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Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 18
This arc allows us to see what it's like for her in a party of strangers.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 14
An entertaining battle that utilizes our heroes' abilities very well, especially Shikari's.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 14
A new character appears...but we haven't even resolved it…ANY of the major reveals that have been set up for the past six episodes.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1089
Even characters who don't normally excite me much like Sabo get intriguing side stories that leave me wanting more.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 13
She's now working directly for Jinshi in the outer palace.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 17
Compared to Frieren's millennium-long life, Fern will never be anything but a kid.
The Kingdoms of Ruin ‒ Episode 12
The rest of this anime continues to disappoint.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 13
Andy almost kills everyone at Union by triggering a Tatiana meltdown after dragging his massive schlong across Tatiana's eyeball-camera thing.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 ‒ Season Finale
This season has proven that JJK does not work as an ensemble show.
Migi & Dali ‒ SERIES FINALE
Migi & Dali is truly a unique blend of humor and horror. My only regret is we won't see more from creator Nami Sano. She had a distinctive perspective and gauge for hilarity. Rest in Peace.
16bit Sensation: Another Layer ‒ SEASON FINALE
Art and creation do not need to be "democratized" by aggregate, imagination-less technology. Everyone has imagination and should feel free to put their personally crafted expressions into the world.
Uma Musume Pretty Derby Season 3 ‒ SEASON FINALE
Kita truly is the center of comparative standard for competition, destined to be mythologized further on account of her retirement.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 13
Combined with some of the earlier foreshadowing we got about NPC's relationship with this world, this fight might break the status quo.
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead ‒ SEASON FINALE
If this is the only season that Zom 100 ever gets, then that is a perfect note to go out on. If this is just the first act of a grand adventure, then I can't wait to see what the future has in store for these loveable goofballs of ours.
Dead Mount Death Play ‒ SEASON FINALE
While he cannot protect them alone, they can protect each other. All he has to do is let it happen.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 12
If there's one thing you can say about Jinshi in The Apothecary Diaries, it's that he tries.
Spy×Family Season 2 ‒ Season Finale
There are only two words for this episode of Spy Family: Wet. Bond.
Power of Hope: Precure Full Bloom ‒ Season Finale
If there is a single pervasive message in Power of Hope: Precure Full Bloom, it is that there is always hope…with the caveat that we can't just sit back and wait for it to happen.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 16
Thematically, both halves of this episode of Frieren are about the Beowulfian version of immortality—that by doing great deeds in life, your legend will never die.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You ‒ Season Finale
Somehow, through 100 Girlfriends' inscrutable alchemy, this final episode comes together to make something undeniably charming and funny.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3 ‒ Season Finale
This is how we are ending season three of the series? This is so dumb. I think my patience has finally reached its limit with Shield Hero.
The Faraway Paladin: The Lord of Rust Mountain ‒ SEASON FINALE
This final episode provides a satisfying conclusion to the season's adventure while serving as a good end to William's tale (if that is what it is) as well.
Tearmoon Empire ‒ Season Finale
It's the “spending time with characters” part that makes this finale merely okay, instead of one of the best episodes that Tearmoon Empire has had to offer.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 12
The fight between Union heroes and the Negator Hunters lacks the creative energy that we've seen from the series' previous action scenes.
Goblin Slayer II ‒ Season Finale
He has had an impact on that wider world, inspiring people like the Priestess just as she affected the princess.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 ‒ Episode 46
If you were ever like me and you held out hope that Jujutsu Kaisen had anything interesting to say in between all of those booms, then you'll probably be feeling pretty burnt out by now.
Dr. Stone: New World ‒ SEASON FINALE
The point of this episode is "visualizing the goal," as Ryusui puts it. And so we, along with the members of the Science Kingdom, are shown exactly how big the upcoming project is.
16bit Sensation: Another Layer ‒ Episode 12
It doesn't matter if it's in a homey game development office or a shiny sci-fi corridor; the writing's finger on the pulse of the human drive to make is resonant.
Uma Musume Pretty Derby Season 3 ‒ Episode 12
This deep in, Uma Musume is a series that can still run on emotionally devastating vibes even when its actual writing is clearly less calculated.
The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 ‒ SEASON FINALE
Chise's new day comes with a sky painted blood red, and she'll have to find some way to live under it until the next time danger comes her way.
The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season ‒ SEASON FINALE
In the final fight against Mordred, Cid finally returns to the root of what it means to be The Eminence in Shadow: to be the unstoppable power greater than any hero or villain.
Shy ‒ SEASON FINALE
Teru eventually lets her guard down.
The Faraway Paladin: The Lord of Rust Mountain ‒ Episode 11
Even his trusty spear is broken.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1088
Have I mentioned how glad I am that Wano is behind us?
Dead Mount Death Play ‒ Episode 23
If Polka wanted to, he could instantly conquer the world by offering that gift to those who followed him.
I'm in Love with the Villainess ‒ SEASON FINALE
Like both its heroines, I'm In Love With the Villainess has its flaws, but if you can work past those issues, you may find something to love all the same.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3 ‒ Episode 11
This feels like a situation where Shield Hero is trying to present a more nuanced philosophical debate but not doing any legwork to justify it.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 12
This episode feels like walking in on somebody quietly streaming Elden Ring in a secret dungeon. I might watch passively to support the streamer, but I am barely engaged.
Tearmoon Empire ‒ Episode 11
This week's episode is chock-full of tense political standoffs, ponderous inner monologues, grand speeches, and even a dramatic swordfight between two rival princes.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 11
Undead Unluck also takes the time to frame this whole introductory chapter as the preliminary stage of a very different but equally important story: It's Fuko and Andy's first date.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 15
Having Stark take the spotlight while Frieren does nothing but read books and eat doughnuts is a fun little change.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You ‒ Episode 11
In case you forgot what show you're watching, that sentimentalism is immediately followed up by a parade of fanservice.
The Kingdoms of Ruin ‒ Episode 11
She gets her eyes popped out and Cowboy Hat crushes them in his hands.
Ragna Crimson ‒ Episode 12
There's a clear romantic undercurrent that isn't totally unrequited nor completely full-frontal.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 ‒ Episode 45
I could never tell you that it wasn't immensely gratifying to see Mahito reduced to a quivering mess.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 11
Maomao may think she's got things figured out, but there are almost certainly secrets she's still missing as she puts her puzzle together.
Spy×Family Season 2 ‒ Episode 36
It's Lusting After Loid Week on SPY x FAMILY!
Power of Hope: Precure Full Bloom ‒ Episode 11
It's the physical manifestation of what Bell thinks she wants – humans to be destroyed and the natural world to reign.
Goblin Slayer II ‒ Episode 11
I can't complain about capping off on a scene of the Slayer just kicking a goblin in the gonads.
Dr. Stone: New World ‒ Episode 21
With the resources found in Japan, Senku and the others could barely make a single modern ship. And while they now have a fair bit of gold and platinum, that's only the start to make it to the moon.
The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 ‒ Episode 23
We've hit the story's big, indulgent action climax, and the series' action animation weakness takes center stage.
Uma Musume Pretty Derby Season 3 ‒ Episode 11
It's the eternal fear of athletes, performers, and, well, anyone, really: What if you're past your prime?
16bit Sensation: Another Layer ‒ Episode 11
AI enters the fray as Konoha and Mamoru experiment with generated graphics and deepfake voice recordings.
The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season ‒ Episode 31
Rose has gone from believing she could protect everyone to giving her whole future up to save the life of a single person she cares for.
Shy ‒ Episode 11
Spirit's spat with her miniature mother ends this week on a sweet and sensitive note—and with the help of a couple handles of vodka.
The Kingdoms of Ruin ‒ Episode 10
As if the stiff, rigid, lifeless animation wasn't bad enough.
Migi & Dali ‒ Episodes 10-11
What I thought would be a mystery-tinged comedy has gone full speed ahead into one of the strangest popcorn-crunching plots I've seen since Malignant.
I'm in Love with the Villainess ‒ Episode 11
With its latest shift into pure character conflict, we're firing on all cylinders.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 11
This fight is about much more than gaining experience points or bragging rights.
Dead Mount Death Play ‒ Episode 22
Xiaoyu hates the Real Polka.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1087
I am rooting for Hancock to win.
The Faraway Paladin: The Lord of Rust Mountain ‒ Episode 10
You do believe William is pulling out all the stops to take down Valacirca and that it just might work.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3 ‒ Episode 10
Rishia's character started as one of the biggest sources of contention, but whatever negativity ended up eclipsed by the negativity toward season two as a whole.
Ragna Crimson ‒ Episode 11
Ragna being so self-deprecating about himself while clearly not understanding the situation was a fun bit.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 14
In the end, we are left with the tragic love story of an elf and a human.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You ‒ Episode 10
There's no doubt in my mind that Rentaro will love her just as much as his (comparatively) less problematic partners.
Tearmoon Empire ‒ Episode 10
We could use a tsundere to spice things up around here.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 10
Fuko's raging lady boner says more than I ever could.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 10
That easily puts her as the oldest consort, and it's noted that she's a year older than the emperor.
Power of Hope: Precure Full Bloom ‒ Episode 10
If you know your magical girl history, you know Nozomi's decision was inevitable.
Spy×Family Season 2 ‒ Episode 35
My parents used to say that going somewhere with us kids was a trip, not a vacation.
Goblin Slayer II ‒ Episode 10
That wedding arc was nice but the honeymoon couldn't last forever.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 ‒ Episode 44
Todo's arrival brings some much-needed spirit to these dismal proceedings.
The Ancient Magus' Bride Season 2 ‒ Episode 22
She drove her son to his death, twisted Alcyone from caregiver to crony, and spent a decade trying to crush Philomela's sense of self.
Dr. Stone: New World ‒ Episode 20
Throughout their adventures, she has come to believe in the power of science.
The Kingdoms of Ruin ‒ Episode 9
Doroka and Adonis have stumbled across Boob Town, filled with killer sex dolls.
Uma Musume Pretty Derby Season 3 ‒ Episode 10
This week's episode has things start looking just a bit ominous for this season's mane mare, Kitasan Black.
16bit Sensation: Another Layer ‒ Episode 10
Another Layer has blown past being an earnest expression of love for an art form and its culture to being a thoughtful (and silly) meditation on the broader inevitable place of that culture.
The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season ‒ Episode 30
This episode features the return of Epsilon to the spotlight, sets up the looming season climax, and is chock-full of sight gags and comical misunderstandings.
Shy ‒ Episode 10
This is a heavy topic, and Shy deserves credit for handling it so starkly, succinctly, and sympathetically.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 10
Now that we're almost halfway through the season, we need a definitive, climactic note.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1086
No matter how zany or how massive One Piece gets, every arc has the same conclusion in this wanted poster ritual.
Dead Mount Death Play ‒ Episode 21
If there is one thing in Misaki's life that she regrets, it's killing the Real Polka.
The Faraway Paladin: The Lord of Rust Mountain ‒ Episode 9
The first half of this episode focuses on the skeleton dwarf soldiers within the mountain.
I'm in Love with the Villainess ‒ Episode 10
My god, they finally made Lesbian Tomoda. What will science come up with next?
Ragna Crimson ‒ Episode 10
The only interesting parts are where Ragna and Crimson interrupt.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3 ‒ Episode 9
*taps on the mic* Fairy Tail did the whole “being raised by a dragon” thing a million times better!
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 13
None of that mattered if she never started the attack.
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You ‒ Episode 9
The longer this show goes on, the less apt it feels to call the cast a harem.
Tearmoon Empire ‒ Episode 9
It's nice to see that Mia is becoming more willing to stick her neck out for others.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 9
Also cements how likable and believable her extremely weird relationship with this schlong-slinging zombie freak has become.
Spy×Family Season 2 ‒ Episode 34
Yor's arc ends here, more or less, although we still get their family vacation.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 9
“Jinshi” acts a certain way, doesn't get attached to his toys, and doesn't pout or get overly emotional.
Power of Hope: Precure Full Bloom ‒ Episode 9
The myth that adults can do what they want to can sometimes make growing up a slap in the face.
Goblin Slayer II ‒ Episode 9
Sword Maiden cheekily uses her influence to assign the Slayer as her bodyguard for a mission.
Dr. Stone: New World ‒ Episode 19
The fight leaves us with a solid message: Be brave and trust in your friends to support you, and together, you'll be able to accomplish what no one could do alone.
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