Critics also commented on the "Badlands Rumble" portrayal of Vash. "DVD Talk" enjoyed it, stating his characterization would appeal to the audience. UK Anime Network said the character delivers the series' original pacifist message despite the attention given to comedy. "Otaku USA" said that Vash's portrayal in the movie is true to his character in the television series. "ANN" had mixed thoughts about Vash's movie persona. While finding this portrayal faithful to the original one, "ANN" said Vash's act as a lazy character takes too much time until his true self is revealed. Bosch's performance was praised nevertheless. "BlerdsOnline" noted it was one of Nightow's strongest points when writing "Trigun Maximum", along with the antagonism Vash has with Knives.