Thank You and Farewell
Rag_iit (aka Kanketsuhen) and I (aka Cyc) would like to thank all of our loyal fans for sticking with us. We wanted to take this time and answer some of the questions that all of you have been asking. This post was a work in progress since before the last episode of Inuyasha even aired but I read over it and tried to make it fluid as I didn’t work on it all in one go. If you have further questions, leave a comment or hit me up on IRC.
What’s next for Kanketsu-Hen Fansubs?
Kanketsu-Hen was founded by rag_iit solely for subbing Inuyasha: The Final Act. Now that the show has concluded that also brings an end to Kanketsu-Hen Fansubs.
What about episodes one through four and a batch release?
At this time, we have decided not to attempt a release of the first four episodes or to go back through and make a batch. Now if I feel better and have time in the distant future anything is possible but pretty much not going to happen.
Why is rag_iit stopping fansubbing?!
Rag_iit actually got a job and that’s pretty much why I have been doing most of the Inuyasha release stuff and there is no way he can handle being online for a few minutes let alone all the time it takes to fansub.
Unfortunately all good things must come to an end and now it’s Kanketsu-Hen’s time to say goodbye.
If your interested to know what’s next for me and what’s wrong with me, read on…
What’s next for Cyc?
I, Cyc, have been doing this to learn about fansubbing and to help out these guys that work really hard on it. I knew nothing of how to do this only 9 episodes ago. While I assist commander`A in Ryuumaru with some recommendations and edits here and there, I don’t really play a part in the fansubbing short of helping him encode, checking a random line for errors, seeding, etc.
One day I may start, or join another fansub group and hopefully will have someone like rag_iit who can help me but also let me have some free reign over the style and result. I may also choose to play a bigger part in Ryuumaru so know knows. With my health as bad as it is, I can’t hold a job at the moment and have yet to collect a single penny of unemployment while my health is deteriorating. Basically this is a really rough time for me physically and financially. I have used working on Inuyasha as a means of escaping some of the pain and reality of my situation while trying to bring joy to all of you and hopefully some to myself as well.
What’s wrong with Cyc?
What’s right? is a shorter list I assure you. I suffer from Fibromyalgia, which is basically chronic severe muscle pain all over your body all the time and ridiculous amounts of fatigue as well. Now, it varies in intensity and is “manageable” and I did well with little medication for several years but they became less effective and/or I got worse. I also suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) which is pretty much digestive and abdominal pain and can cause other rather unsavory things that I don’t think I will discuss further… I have TMJ (Temporomandibular joint disorder) which is basically your jaw joints are screwy which causes pain, muscle tension, etc, and can be caused by misaligned bite or a lot of other things that I don’t feel like explaining but it sucks. In addition, I have two degenerative discs in my back, one in my mid-back and one in my lower back. This tends to cause chronic pain as well and makes it impossible to repetitive tasks, even light ones as even moving my arms a lot or applying force to scrub or clean or lift presses on the damaged discs. Also starting since high school I have had numerous episodes of anaphylactic shock where my WHOLE body would break out into hives even my scalp, ears, eyelids, mouth, etc. as well as my throat starting to swell shut and each time I had to be rushed to the ER and once my heart almost stopped and my blood-pressure was almost non-existent. On top of all of this I have idiopathic hypersomnia where I can fall asleep just about anywhere doing just about anything…not quite to the point of narcolepsy as I don’t suddenly fall asleep but I get sleepy and start nodding off no matter what I tried to stay awake.
As a result of all of this, I took a leave form work for about six and a half months but was anxious to get back working so I went back but couldn’t handle it despite being enthusiastic. I tried to go back on intermittent leave but management changed and it was denied and they fired me since I kept having to call out after working for the company for almost five years.
What are you doing to and what have you tried to get better?
I was diagnosed with most of the health issues about many years ago. I have tried various medications, I was in physical therapy three-times a week for over a year, and other exercises and lifestyle changes even going so far as to complete change my diet. At first we didn’t have to try anything drastic. I took Ultram (gen. tramadol HCl) for the pain for years and was okay well it started wearing off too soon so we stepped up the dose but not too long after that we had to step it up again to the maximum daily dose. Unfortunately it got to the point where it wasn’t enough (which is a couple of months before I went on leave). Also during this period I had other medications for the IBS but only took them as needed and eventually the IBS symptoms were minimal. Well I was put on Lyrica which seemed to help a lot and they stepped up the dose to one that was effective for me but without me realizing it until it was too late, it sent me off the deep end mentally to where I was about to snap on anyone for anything. I was shaking, having horrible sweats, and crazy mood swings. I am normally calm and collected so wanting to bust my TV (I <3 my electronics) for no apparent reason really worried but the change was so gradual that it wasn't noticeable for me until it got to that point.
So I had to stop work and come off of almost all my medications and by now I was already taking Provigil for the idiopathic hypersomnia. So everything was stopped and as the medications left my system I felt clear headed mentally but was in so much pain I couldn't get out of the bed. We tried physical therapy but I couldn't lean against the wall at a slight angle and use my arms to push myself vertical (very little muscle power needed) but it hurt too much to do so. I would tend to push myself but as a result I couldn't move for four days or more so I made one or two of the physical therapy appointments a week for a three weeks but it was getting worse not better.
After that he put me on various strength narcotics going so high as to put me on methadone which helped with the pain but I was cautious of the addition so I wouldn't take it unless the pain was beyond unbearable. We tried various other medications to treat the fibromyalgia until we found one that worked some which was Lexapro. I know it's antidepressant but I wasn't depressed and even went and had a psyche evaluation to prove it to my family and doctors. So this is when I felt a little better and after being out of work for over six months I was dying to be active again.
Well that was a bad idea as I already stated. Well then I have was still struggling and right around the time they were trying to fire me and then finally fired me I transitioned from Lexapro to Savella and am now taking that and over the last few months stepped up the dosage of that. Also at some point they started me on Xyzal which is an antihistamine and is supposed to help prevent the sporadic anaphylactic response and so far seems to be working though it hasn't been a year yet, I don't think. Unfortunately, my health is all over the place and one day I will feel like king of the world because my pain is only a 5 or 6 and others I will hurt so bad I can't move out of bed. Also when I am feeling okay I tend to stay up and push it as I don't know the next time I will be able to function because even if I rest a decent hour there is no guarantee that 8-12-14 hours later I will be able to function. Just this last week I changed from Provigil to Nuvigil which is the same drug (basically and chemically) but it is a lower, more effective dosage.
One thing that is very important for me is to try and be stress free. Because my muscles and body is already tensed and fatigued (my muscles are like rocks) stress makes everything worse especially the pain. So I try and watch Anime work on computers fixing/breaking stuff. Anything and everything I can do to keep my mind off of anything that stresses me, which is sadly most of the stuff on my "To Do" list. But until I find a better solution or find something that works, I have to do what I can. I was supposed to be moved out a month ago because my Mom needed this bedroom (I moved back right before I lost my job) but because of my health and inability to support myself, I am not being a burden on her which definitely motivates me to try and function. Only problem is regardless of how willing my mind is, my body doesn't agree with me usually.
So is there anything we can do for you, Cyc?
Well your comments and feedback all along have been very encouraging. And despite how utterly ridiculous it was waiting for me to release the show, so many of you were beyond understanding and I appreciated it and appreciated you all putting my health first. It seriously meant a lot to me and I tried to show how much it meant by making the last episode THAT much more spectacular with the effects and such.
Also me staying “Socially” active is important but with everything I am going through it is virtually impossible to pretend I’m okay like I have done for so many years and I can’t stand people feeling bad for me or worrying about me. I like to take care of others and not the other way around which is another reason this is so difficult for me. All that being said talking to me on #Ryuumaru or sending me a PM, doesn’t have to be about my health, it can be about Inuyasha, why commader`A’s a fag, or computer tech stuff, just being more social and interacting helps keep me from boxing myself completely off from the world.
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A few friends told me I should put a donation link up for my medical expenses and insurance premiums (gotta love Cobra) because they know how bad off I am and also know I don't like taking charity let alone asking for it. That being said, I have to pay almost $150 a month just for the Medical (really good), Dental (okay), and basic vision (okay) and for those medications I listed that I take regularly currently cost me another $45 (Savella) plus $45(Nuvigil/Provigil) plus $45 (Xyzal) plus $10(Ultram). So that's $145 for medication a month. So almost $300 a month on medical expenses not including the various meds for IBS, over-the-counter ones, individual prescriptions for acute conditions (antibiotics etc) plus $35 for each specialist visit and $25 for each office visit. So as much as I want to be prideful and not ask, when my parents can't afford their own bills thanks to supporting my brother going to school in Paris, I figured what did I have to lose by asking besides my pride and self-respect which is better than losing my insurance which is already one month behind and they will cancel if payment isn't made by the end of the month. Thankfully I was able to borrow enough money from my Mom though I know she doesn't have it to give me but at least it'll tide me over and keep me a month behind vs retroactive cancellation of benefits. Now, if you don't want to give, can't afford to give, don't believe me, don't care, that's perfectly fine by me. Now if you do decide to donate, I want to make it 110% clear that this is NOT for fansubbing in ANY way and 100% will go toward medical expenses. Minimum is set to $15 to protect against charge-backs and fraud. Link removed, thanks anyway.
All of this being said, I’m not going anywhere any time soon. I will still be around on IRC in #Ryuumaru channel and periodically hop on here and check for random comments.
thanks for your hard work and bye T_T
Your very welcome!
Cyc, I just read the post and found myself, umm, amazed and speechless…
You had to bear all those health problem and despite that, you still have time to do the fansubbing for us and even regularly check and reply the comments and update the episode status, must be really hard for you..
I really appreciate your hard work and thanks Cyc and all Kanketsuhen staff for bringing us this amazing sub for us to enjoy..
And for Cyc, I know maybe this isn’t of any help, but I really hope you get well soon..
You are our friend and I’m sure it will make us really glad to hear if you are feeling better..
Once again, thank you very much for all Kanketsuhen staff for subbing Inuyasha..
Hi guys, it was a plesure for me to have seen the episodes with you; they were, for me and for a lot of people, the best Inuyasha Kanketsu-Hen subs ever done…
I hope Cyc gets better, and I wanna thank you guys for your hard and great work done here…
It would be nice if you show youself again doing again some other subs with some other series.
Farewell, and again… THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!
Cic,
Thank you for all your hard excellent work, this was an amazingly professional work that you guys made with Inu Yasha.
About your health problems, I know exactly what you are going through because I’ve been suffering for the last 12 years with some of the same problems you have. Also had to stop working. If you want to exchange ideas or just talk, you can email me anytime you want at this email. Please take care of your health that it is the most important thing. Having health the rest can be solved. :-)
Again thanks for the hard work and take care…
I have followed kanketsuhen for a while now without leaving comments or participating. But after reading this I feel obliged to thank you for your hard work. I thoroughly enjoy this final act and the quality of the subs and video.
I also have fibromyalgia, though clearly not nearly as bad as yours, so I can kind of relate to how exhausting it is which makes me appreciate what you have done all the more.
As Kuka65 said…feel free to email me. I will also try to get back into the IRC world and keep up with whats going on. I would be glad to help keep your mind off of your pain. Take care of yourself and get plenty of rest. And again thank you so much for your hard work. I knew that waiting for this final release would be worth it!
Thanks guys and if you don’t hear from me feel to track me down on IRC. I am glad you guys enjoy the subs. It feels rather dismal at this point but I know things will get better. I just have to find the right activities, meds, and things to get my body functioning again!
I still haven’t slept so at this time I am not going to try to respond to every comment but know that I read them and took them to heart and am very grateful.
I currently haven’t really been checking my email which is why I stress IRC as I am usually signed in…if not online…but you can at least message me and leave a message if I don’t respond. Thanks again.
You guys should sub the OVA called Black Tetssaiga that was part of the rumic world DVD release which also included a new episode of Urusei Yatura and Ranma 1/2… It’s just 1 30 minute episode and it’s sooo good, hopefully someone releases a raw soon!
Bummer you guys aren’t subbing anymore shows and well that’s life, you get busy and it comes first rather than the internet. Really hope you get well too.
oh, and appreciate you guys subbing this show!
I LOVE YOU FOR SUBBING THIS. It’s so sad to see you stop fansubbing. Great thanks and love.
Thanks for everything you’ve done Cyc! It’s been awesome following your subs! Your perseverance to finish subbing the last episode was amazing depsite your medical condition so I think that in itself deserves a lot of respect. Best of luck in the future! Take care and stay healthy =D
love your work , thanx to all that put hardwork to this XD
Thanks for everything Cyc. You’ve done so much for this series, that I thought you would probably gave up at the end, but you stayed strong. I gonna miss you guys. :) T_T
Hey Cyc, thanks for everything, you are my hero I was waiting for TAKA to sub this but they don’t seem to care as much as you did and for that I thank you with everything I can. This was just the ending I was hoping to see and all the work you put into this episode made it all that much better. Also I just want you to know that my friends and I who dled your subs are leaving all our thoughts with you and we know you’ll get better.
Take care of yourself
thanks for your hard work despite your problems you are a tough person with so many problems,you still stand up,and never give up.Anyway thanks i really liked your subs and enjoyed.Your the best when it comes to fansubbing.
Your health is always in our prayers and wishes, Cyc… may the Angels blessed you with their love, and aid you in time of troubles. I wish you well, and I will help in whatever means I can… thank you, for everything you have done for us, we really appreciated it.
Thank you for all your hard work! It sure did bring joy to the people and hopefully to you as well. You were the only ones I was willing to wait for :) I admire you for putting in all the effort despite your state and still releasing quality stuff :)
I hope things will get better for you. Wish you all the best!
I just read your post. I can honestly say, my heart goes out to you. Pain is something no one should have to endure. But if I may make a suggestion. Since you are so adamant about not finishing, why not give suggestions as to where your fans can get the rest of the episodes? It would give you something to do, as far as researching other fan subs, and you don’t have to do it all at once, just when you feel like doing something. Also, it seems to me, with all your ailments, you should be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Now I know you don’t like this suggestion but think about it. It doesn’t have to be permanent. Just long enough to help you get on your feet, if you want. It may help you with your meds and give you enough money to help with living expenses so you won’t feel like such a burden to your parents. May I also suggest reading fan fics since you’re so into InuYasha. Lots of sites out there to read from. I do it myself for ideas on my own fanfics or when my depression decides to raise its ugly head. Well, anyway, those are my suggestions. Sorry I don’t have anything to donate to you. I really wish I did. So hang in there, ok? I’m sure God has a purpose for you. Take care and God bless.
I say this website should be turned into the most ultimate Inuyasha fansite ever. Who agrees?
Thank you very much for all your hard work m(_ _)m
@Cheryle
Are you referring to going back and doing the first four episodes? I know Taka released them but I am not sure about others. The decision to not do that was primarily rag_iit’s and I wouldn’t mind doing them but I’d need to find a translator willing to TL them. Also I figured it would be better to say I am not doing them and then if I actually get around to it and get it done I can do so instead of people waiting and hoping and being disappointed.
I figured I would be better off unemployment (which I didn’t start trying to collect until Jan but my loss there) but I keep getting excuses as to why they won’t pay and I figured Social Security Disability would be even more trouble. Plus if I get disability I am worried that I won’t make every effort possible to go back to work and I know if I don’t stay active my health will deteriorate even more.
Don’t forget, I am still around in #Ryuumaru@irc.rizon.net (and technically #Kanketsu-Hen but mostly to point people to the populated channel).
Thanks for the kinds words and support. Your words really boost my spirit.
I am just happy that I am done with the last episode. Now I am catching up on all the anime, I didn’t watch this last month or so.
ask the doc if its is gout cyc
Hey Cyc
you should move to Germany, our health care is 1000% better as there where you came from.
My first time commenting. I’ve been watching Kanketsu-hen’s fansubs and when I noticed it was taking a while for the final eppy to show up, I came here and then understood. I’ve been checking back regularly and reading your updates. When I saw the final eppy was out I felt happy and, well, kind of proud of you, knowing that you were able to finish it and release it :P I’m so thankful for your hard work, I can’t imagine the amount of effort you put into this. Congrats for finishing it. I wish you all the best in the future for your health.
I appreciate the time and effort you used to bring this sub to all of us :)
Thanks to Cyc and all others in the KH group. See you in the funny papers.
Actually Cyc, I’d found a torrent with all 26 episodes. However, it’s raw and doesn’t have any subtitle files in it. I was wondering, would you know where and how I can find and place subtitles in this file? This was actually what I was asking if you’d like to do. Search out new and full torrents for this InuYasha series. I have the torrent downloaded already. So I could use your help if you wouldn’t care to help me. Hope you’re feeling better. Cheryle
Oh and did I happen to mention the files are mkv and 1080p?
@bruce
They tested me for everything under the sun…numerous times. Even went to Emory (about 2 hour drive and teaching hospital) and had them start over and fully retest me. All tests came back negative and they concluded Fibromyalgia as well.
Thanks you all for your replies and comments. I appreciate the support. It means a lot for you guys to take the time and read my post and comment.
@Cheryle
All of our subs are “soft subbed” meaning the scripts can be removed and added to a different raw. OF course there can be minor timing differences as well as the frames can be off.
Also to my knowledge the 1080p isn’t from a 1080p source but upconverted which usually doesn’t produce good quality. The video quality that we released is probably better than those sources (except for episodes 18-23 or 24 where I didn’t fix duplicate frames due to my newness and no one said anything until much later). As I haven’t seen the 1080p releases I can’t say for sure of course but probably wouldn’t be a noticeable quality increase.
Sadly I actually spent the last day and a half sleeping…maybe getting up for a few minutes. It actually has been nagging me about doing a batch and releasing the first four episodes but until I get a little better I don’t think it’s really a possibility.
Thanks for subbing and letting me enjoy, Inuyasha The Final Act
Thank you very much for your hard work Cyc, I wish you the best. Regarding your health problems, I strongly recommand talking to your doctor about adding 100% organic food supplements to your diet, it is not a replacement for medication, it goes with it. You can read: “What your doctor doesn’t know about nutritional medicine may be killing you” by Dr. Ray D. Strand
(http://www.amazon.com/Doctor-Doesnt-Nutritional-Medicine-Killing/dp/0785264868)
You can keep in touch with me for more infos if you are sincere: “NAKIAMIIR at PRIMUS dot CA”. This is the best I can do for you. :)
P.S.: I will probably not come back here, so use the email provided above.
Could you please sub the latest Inuyasha OVA (Kuroi Tetsusaiga / Black Tessaiga)?
I can’t find it with eng sub anywhere, but I found the Chinese sub one in 400p rmvb format.
Thanks for the good work and get well soon is all I can say. Sadly, over the internet, I can do nothing more than that.
Thanks for all the feedback guys and comments. As far as any new projects or revisiting old ones I would need a translator to be willing to do it and then it shouldn’t be a problem as far as Inuyasha stuff goes. I really wish I was in better shape so I could work on stuff.
Just want to say what a great blog you got here!
I’ve been around for quite a lot of time, but finally decided to show my appreciation of your work!
Thumbs up, and keep it going!
Cheers
Christian, iwspo.net
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Very Interesting Post! Thank You For Thi Post!
I just book marked your blog on Digg and StumbleUpon.I enjoy reading your commentaries.
I just book marked your blog on Digg and StumbleUpon.I enjoy reading your commentaries.
Very informative post. Thanks for taking the time to share your view with us.
I guess this was their… final act.
thank you and have a good happy life .