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Brave Bang Bravern! ‒ Episode 7
“Don't do it, you'll get sucked dry!”
Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 2 ‒ Episode 19
For the first time, Mash finds himself clashing with an opponent on direct physical terms.
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga ‒ Episode 8
Each of our heroes has been separated into a container with a different zombie experiment to fight.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 20
The mysterious court lady appears to have pulled a Romeo and Juliet and put herself into seeming death via medication.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 20
UMA Autumn is a giant spider beast that feeds off of “human biography” and transforms people's insides into eldritch tomes.
Chained Soldier ‒ Episode 8
Tenma represents the first of the “Masters” that isn't just openly enthusiastic to be ridden by our hero — she's downright ravenous for it.
Metallic Rouge ‒ Episode 7
At this point, I've accepted that Metallic Rouge's plot isn't going to make a lick of sense on the first pass. That's a feature, not a bug.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island Game Review
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island could very well become someone's "forever" game: even if you reach the peak and obtain all the riches...maybe you'll be down for one last romp through the dungeon.
― In one run through the mystery dungeon, my sword and shield had been rusted to -1 stats by a ninja using water jutsu. I was low on health, and I had accidentally wandered int...
Sengoku Youko ‒ Episode 7
It figures that after a whole episode dedicated to building our main group's rapport, Mizukami would see fit to rip all those warm fuzzies right out of our hearts.
Gushing Over Magical Girls ‒ Episode 8
The gushing magical girl show might be wholly, unironically good at this point.
The ANN Aftershow - Is Ninja Kamui Worth Watching?
Lynzee and James check out the first two episodes of Sunghoo Park and Adult Swim's new anime series, NINJA KAMUI! Is the new blood-soaked action spectacle worth watching?
― Is Ninja Kamui Worth Watching? Lynzee and James check out the first two episodes of Sunghoo Park and Adult Swim's new anime series, NINJA KAMUI! Is the new blood-soaked action spectacle worth watching? Plus, Solo-Leveling and one...
All You Want, Whenever You Want Manga Review
If you want your BL to be equal parts graphic raunchiness and sweet romance, All You Want, Whenever You Want is the perfect recipe.
― If there's one thing I very much appreciate about Tokyopop's current incarnation (apart from the fact that they've been doing quite well with their BL licensing choices), it's how they list content warnings on their product pages. Rather than simply noting that a book ...
Another Code, Ace Attorney, and Adventure Games 20 Years Later
The game genre's success has had highs and lows. Is the Nintendo Switch ushering in a new era of sleuthing?
― A new year of game releases has begun, and with it, the first wave of new titles by various developers and publishers. Among these offerings have been several action-heavy titles and role-playing games but, in contrast, Nintendo and Capcom have done something rather different to start 2024 b...
The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic ‒ Episode 7
WE NEED ACTION NEXT EPISODE. Please.
Villainess Level 99 ‒ Episode 7
All hail the advent of the cheeriest "villainess" ever to wander onto the screen: Eleonora!
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 19
This marks a definitive turning point in the series as the mystery around the game's sophisticated NPCs starts to come to light.
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 ‒ Episode 19
Anna and Kyotaro face their own possessive feelings in this episode when Anna goes to a mixed gender party.
Urusei Yatsura ‒ Episode 29
I can't believe Ataru taking care of cow-Lum builds up to this incredibly well-animated and well-directed dramatic crescendo like something out of a Makoto Shinkai movie.
This Week in Anime - A New Age of Anime Delinquents
Bucchigiri is reintroducing the anime world to delinquent culture, but is this homage to old-school bad boys refreshing or lost on modern audiences?
― Bucchigiri is reintroducing the anime world to delinquent culture, but is this homage to old-school bad boys refreshing or lost on modern audiences? Bucchigiri?!, Tokyo Revengers (first season), Kenka Banchō Otome: Girl Beats Boys, Yu Yu Hakusho, Haji...
Whoever Steals This Book Volume 1 Manga Review
A manga about fiction coming to life, Whoever Steals This Book's art for each new fictional world is distinct and captivating.
― Fiction about fiction is a weird, woolly, postmodern fantasy genre I tend to enjoy. The best examples from the Western comic oeuvre I can think of would either be Neil Gaiman's The Sandman or Mike Carey's The Unwritten. Both play with the structures and tropes of fantasy st...
One Piece ‒ Episode 1094
There's the “monkey brain see Robin: neuron activate” dimension for me, but I don't think there's much enjoyment in spending this much time with a wardrobe overhaul.
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga ‒ Episode 7
Everything involving Izumo's desperate attempt to escape from the Illuminati on her own is pretty good stuff.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 23
To Frieren, exploring a dungeon is entertainment.
Solo Leveling ‒ Episode 7
He wins simply by stabbing Cerberus in the eye a lot. This doesn't make sense on any level.
7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life ‒ Episode 7
Arnold's made it clear to those of us who aren't anime heroines that he'd very much like to touch her more frequently.
Veteran Animator Terumi Nishii on the Problems and Future Facing the Anime Industry
"...Full-time employees have been forced to work hard for the past 20 or 30 years—but it seems that instead of becoming 'full-time employees,' it's more like they are 'slaves.'"
― Recently, I was able to sit down and chat with Terumi Nishii, a veteran animator and character designer with credits ranging from Rurouni Kenshin and PENGUINDRUM to Jujutsu Kaisen and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. But rather th...
Bucchigiri?! ‒ Episode 6
As Shindo accrues damage, his body begins to move with an almost monstrous anatomy, twisting and morphing until he only feels more dangerous as he's being hit.
A Sign of Affection ‒ Episode 7
If I started dating a guy and he immediately left the country, I'd feel a little insulted.
Mashle: Magic and Muscles Season 2 ‒ Episode 18
Macaron's raw magical power seems enough to overwhelm Mash with but a single basic spell.
Gazing at the Star Next Door Volume 1 Manga Review
Gazing at the Star Next Door takes on a coziness and warmth that many other series lack. If you like sweet shoujo goodness, this is a series to pick up.
― With this second series released in English, Ammitsu has officially become one of my favorite creators. In Gazing at the Star Next Door, she takes the childhood friend trope, combines it with the celebrity romance, and somehow manages to come out w...
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 19
A few too many people from the ministry that handles rites have been killed or incapacitated, and the odd behavior of Suirei begins to take on a more sinister look.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 19
After what feels like an eternity, we have finally been graced with that most elusive of gifts: An episode of Undead Unluck that is comprised entirely of new footage and material!
Ninja Kamui ‒ Episode 2
Watch out! That Uber Eats driver could be a ninja in disguise!
Delicious in Dungeon ‒ Episode 7
Marceille fixing up Senshi's beard is a delight, even if it is montage-by-way-of-slideshow.
Brave Bang Bravern! ‒ Episode 6
There is a great variety of comedy on offer, from character-based moments to slapstick silly antics to fourth-wall-breaking absurdity.
Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash Video Game Review
Cursed Clash is a retelling of the first couple of arcs from the franchise, and right off the bat, there is something undeniably cheap about the presentation.
― What's this? A 3D arena-based fighting game with tag team mechanics based on the current most popular shonen anime? Where have I seen this before? Cursed Clash is a game that will feel familiar to fans of anime video game adaptations that hav...
Chained Soldier ‒ Episode 7
I'm moderately interested to see how Yuuki's sister plays into the whole equation.
These Unofficial Soulsborne Figures are Amazing
Fan creators showed off the detailed, dark designs of their figures at WonderFest!
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Wonder Festival is the world's largest figure convention. But what makes it so special isn't its size. Rather, amateur figure makers are given special permission from the various copyright holders to sell their figures at Wonder Festival on that day legally and that day only. Because of this, nearly two-thirds of th...
Are There Any Figures at WonderFest for Retro Anime Fans?
The bi-annual Wonder Festival always showcases the latest and greatest in recent anime, manga, and video game figures. But what about figures for fans of the retro series?
― The anime figure showcase Wonder Festival 2024 [Winter] is here, and the latest anime figures are on display. But can you find figures of retro properties at the festival? Well, that all depends on exactly what you're looking for...
The Witch and the Beast ‒ Episode 6
While her name certainly fits the witchy bill, she's different than the past renegades covered by the series; she's weak for a witch.
Metallic Rouge ‒ Episode 6
Metallic Rouge sure does keep you guessing
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 18
This might be one of the best-animated anime episodes I have seen.
Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Scherzo of Deep Night
Asuna's story continues in the second Progressive film, now streaming on Crunchyroll. Find out more about her and Kirito's growing friendship and see the continuation of her rocky relationship with Mito.
― Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Scherzo of Deep Night is the second Sword Art Online Progressive film, and it picks up the story a bit less than a month after the end of Aria of a Starless...
The Eminence in Shadow Anime Producer Had His Own Cid Phase
ANN spoke with The Eminence in Shadow director Kazuya Nakanishi and producer Kazufumi Kikushima about the series' unique protagonist.
― Whether it's the dark comedy or its distinct main character, Cid, something about The Eminence in Shadow resonates with many anime fans. The series is one of the highest-rated shows on HIDIVE. Anime News Network was able to sit down and talk with the series' directo...
This Week in Games - Not My Elena
Capcom's "Trendy Elena" sparks controversy, Suikoden creator Yoshitaka Murayama leaves behind a legacy of great games, and three Japanese RPGs pass the 1 million sold mark this year!
― Welcome back, folks! We had some fun stuff come in this past weekend. In the wake of our Another Code: Recollection review, another really fun game I anticipated came in for review. I'll talk more about it in the comin...
The ANN Aftershow - WTF is Going On in this Mecha Anime?!
Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to figure out WHAT is happening in Brave Bang Bravern!
― WTF is Going On in this Mecha Anime?! Jacki, James, and Lynzee try to figure out WHAT is happening in Brave Bang Bravern! Plus, new Delicious in Dungeon food to eat, Tatsuki Fujimoto's new anime, and a dark turn for Solo Leveling. Join us and chat live! The ANN After Show streams live on YouTube, Facebook, and Twit...
This Week in Anime - The Amazing Action Anime of Director Sunghoo Park
Director Sunghoo Park's latest anime is a blood-soaked action spectacle that builds off years of stellar choreography and gripping fight sequences.
― Director Sunghoo Park's latest anime is a blood-soaked action spectacle that builds off years of stellar choreography and gripping fight sequences. Find out more about his work below. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in ...
In the Name of the Mermaid Princess Volume 1 Manga Review
Yoshino Fumikawa and Miya Tashiro's manga tackles ableism and racism via a fantasy lens.
― In the kingdom of Blognig, it doesn't do to be anything but human. People born with animal features are not tolerated, even though they're a perfectly natural occurrence. Even if neither parent has them, and according to both law and custom, such "unhumans" are transported to other, more tolerant countries. Pos...
Sengoku Youko ‒ Episode 6
For the first time in what feels like forever, we get to see our main quartet just hanging out as they travel.
Romance Anime to Make Your Heart Flutter
This Valentine's Day, why not cozy up with your favorite person and enjoy some of the best love stories that anime has to offer? Our editorial team has the best picks below, from romantic comedies to dramas and everything in between!
― This Valentine's Day, why not cozy up with your favorite person and enjoy some of the best love stories that anime has to offer? Our editorial team has the best picks...
Gushing Over Magical Girls ‒ Episode 7
The actual focus for this entry is on Sayo AKA Magia Azure, in what's emerged as a round-robin of detailings for the heroic magical girl trio.
The ANN Aftershow - Solo Leveling Levels Up!
Finally out of the hospital, Jinwoo encounters his first boss battle one-on-one, and the animation team at A-1 Pictures didn't hold back! Plus, we rate the newest dish for this week's Delicious in Dungeon anime.
― Solo Leveling Levels Up! Finally out of the hospital, Jinwoo encounters his first boss battle one-on-one, and the animation team at A-1 Pictures didn't hold back! Plus, we rate the newest ...
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? Volumes 1-3 Manhwa Review
A kidnapping incident, a possible romantic triangle, and family business politics make What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? a page-turner.
― Although there are plenty of differences between manga and manhwa, a modern trend seems true for both: originating as a novel. What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? began its life that way in 2013. GyeongYun Jeong's book has been adapted into a live-action television ser...
Villainess Level 99 ‒ Episode 6
Patrick, apart from being an excellent friend, is also the perfect foil for Yumiella's mindset.
The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic ‒ Episode 6
The cat-eared girl has a scary premonition for Usato, revealing that only he can change the future.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training Red Carpet Premiere Report
Demon Slayer returned to the red carpet with voice actors Natsuki Hanae and Hiro Shimono in tow to welcome the new season!
― With season four of Demon Slayer just around the corner, I'm sure many people would foam at the mouth at the opportunity to get a preview of things to come, especially after the emotionally intense finale of season three. Thankfully, Anime News Network was able to check out the...
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 ‒ Episode 18
I laughed, I cried, I cheered, I applauded! This is peak fiction right here, and I refuse to accept differing opinions.
This Week in Anime - When Your Fav Anime Couple is Problematic
Chris and Nicky take on fandom shipping discourse and coming to grips with your problematic favorite couple.
― Chris and Nicky take on fandom shipping discourse and coming to grips with your problematic favorite couple. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Stardust Crusaders, BanG Dream! It'...
One Piece ‒ Episode 1093
This is the beginning of another big throwdown that has been a long time coming: Trafalgar Law versus Blackbeard.
Granblue Fantasy Relink Video Game Review
Gorgeous visuals highlight Granblue Fantasy Relink as an ambitious title that is exceptional in most categories and solid in the rest.
― Granblue Fantasy Relink is an ambitious title that is exceptional in most categories and solid in the rest. At this point, there's a good chance that if you are plugged into the gaming space, you have heard of Granblue Fantasy in some capacity. Granblue Fantasy Reli...
Solo Leveling ‒ Episode 6
We get the metaphorical death of the good-natured, innocent boy that Jinwoo started as.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ‒ Episode 22
We've seen things like a delicious meal, a present, or a heartfelt apology soothe her emotional explosions.
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga ‒ Episode 6
My one major gripe with this episode comes down to issues in presentation and tone that diminish the horror of the story.
Bloody Escape -Jigoku no Tōsōgeki- Anime Film Review
The cyborg vampire ninja isn't enough to keep this film above merely mediocre.
― Bloody Escape -Jigoku no Tōsōgeki- is a film of tremendous highs and lows on nearly every level. On the one hand, its world is wonderfully over-the-top. The mixture of future technology, magic, and fantasy races leads to wildly fun clashes in tone and style. Kisaragi, our main protagonist, is a cyborg vampire ninja who h...
Plastic Models as Art: Touring Kaiyodo's Headquarters and Hobby Land Museum
On its 60th anniversary, Kaiyodo's slogan remains the same: to spread the joy of making plastic models to everyone.
― When Kaiyodo founder Osamu Miyawaki submitted a painted Revell model of the Constitution ship to a city art exhibit in 1970, the judges disqualified his work when they found out it was a painted plastic model. Undeterred, he told the organizers, "Just as you need a cloth canvas to pa...
Bucchigiri?! ‒ Episode 5
This episode still moves a bit too slow for its own good, and, oddly, we're still in the process of introducing the major characters.
7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life ‒ Episode 6
From what we've seen of their interactions with Rishe, neither of them is particularly good at expressing their true feelings.
Bullbuster Anime Series Review
If you're looking for a story that uses giant robots to do something different, something smart, maybe even something a little political, this is worth your while.
― Yes, this is an anime named Bullbuster that was produced at Studio NUT. Two things that sound like a testicle reference! Dohohohoho. Now that we've gotten that sensible, if slightly puerile, chuckle out of the way, let's move on to talki...
A Sign of Affection ‒ Episode 6
I can't imagine Mr. Overprotective will react well to finding out Yuki is dating somebody.
The Apothecary Diaries ‒ Episode 18
Even if his relationship with Maomao's mother was consensual, there's something underhanded and unpleasant about the man
Ninja Kamui ‒ SERIES PREMIERE
No one knows how to direct a fight scene like Sunghoo Park, and his talents are on full display all over this premiere.
Undead Unluck ‒ Episode 18
The mysterious and surreal nature of Undead Unluck's world has long been one of its best assets.
Tekken 8 Video Game Review
Tekken's bombastic story continues in this latest franchise entry, coupled with an impressive soundtrack and a story that doesn't take itself too seriously.
― I love Tekken! It's such a fun, dumb franchise where the same three people constantly try to kill each other, but it's over-the-top fun in all the best ways. I have not played every iteration, but I wanted to dive into the latest installment si...
Brave Bang Bravern! ‒ Episode 5
What all true super robot fans crave: the fiery passion between men that leaves one sweaty and breathless.
Delicious in Dungeon ‒ Episode 6
The sequence with Chilchuck alone in the room was captivating.
The Witch and the Beast ‒ Episode 5
I happen to think it's rad that she summons a gaggle of Dark Souls enemies and commands them to rip every warm (and cold) body in the room to shreds.
Metallic Rouge ‒ Episode 5
Who amongst us hasn't experienced a series of confusing epiphanies as a result of a clown-assisted kidnapping?
Chained Soldier ‒ Episode 6
Is it just me, or did Chained Soldier look good this week? Like, really good.
Urusei Yatsura ‒ Episode 28
This is one of the funniest episodes, but it's also probably one of the most out-of-pocket with the introduction of Princess Asuka, who didn't know men even existed.
Gushing Over Magical Girls ‒ Episode 6
Sure, I could call out Gushing for doing age play two episodes in a row, but that's part and parcel of the experience of the show by this point.
This Week in Games - Is This Really A Final Fantasy VII Trailer? We Still Don't Know Sephiroth Or Nothing.
Jean-Karlo gets polygonal as he goes over the newest details for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the upcoming Sonic game and state of Microsoft.
― Welcome back, everyone! You've likely seen our review of Another Code: Recollection by now. What a wonderful experience that was. It's great that it got a second chance at bat. And it's been selling so well! Nintendo must've underproduced that title because it ...
Gachiakuta Manga Volume 1 Review
Gachiakuta looks like a promising entry to satisfy readers with Mad Max-esque itch.
― From the outset, Gachiakuta's heavily graffiti-inspired art is striking – with deceptively simple and immediately cool-looking character designs depicted with clean, thick line-work contrasting with a grimy, lived-in world. The opening chapter, in particular, plays with perspective and warped proportions to instantl...
The Ultimate Madoka Recap and Homura's Lost Paradise
Contrary to the memes, Homura did do something wrong. ZeroReq011 recaps the seminal magical girl series and Homura's parallels to Lucifer from John Milton's Paradise Lost.
― It has been over a decade since Puella Magi Madoka Magica mainline story received an anime project. It's now 2024, and the long-awaited movie follow-up to the controversial Rebellion film, Walpurgisnacht Rising, is set to come ou...
All About My Two Dads Manga Review
Together, the two men struggle with the highs and lows of raising a child in a story that, despite its title, is much more about being human than anything else.
― Ask any parent, and they'll tell you – raising a child isn't easy. It doesn't matter what your gender or sexual orientation is or if it's your first or fifth baby; every child is their own person. Roji's All About My Two Dads takes this tru...
This Week in Anime - Metallic Rouge and 25 Years of BONES
Nicky and Steve renumerate on the history of BONES' various original anime and take a look at its 25th year anniversary project Metallic Rouge. (There may also be an excessive amount of bone-related puns.)
― Nicky and Steve renumerate on the history of BONES' various original anime and take a look at its 25th-year anniversary project Metallic Rouge. (There may also be an excessive amount of bone-rel...
Sengoku Youko ‒ Episode 5
This episode of Sengoku Youko is jam-packed with revelations—too many for its own good when it comes down to it.
KONOSUBA - God's Blessing on this Wonderful World! Love For These Clothes Of Desire! Game Review
KONOSUBA - God's Blessing on this Wonderful World! Love For These Clothes Of Desire! offers plenty of wonderful content for existing fans of Konosuba but some aspects of the game make it rather unsuitable for newcomers.
― Are you the kind of fan who can not get enough Konosuba? Have you read the books and watched the anime—including the film and Megumin spin-off—multiple times? Did you even watch Ise...
No More Yielding but a Dream: Paprika and the Waking World
Many artists have attempted to take on the subject of dreams, from Ono no Komachi to Christopher Nolan. It is notoriously difficult to capture in a way that makes sense to others; there's nothing more difficult than describing a dream you had to an audience and giving them the same sense of fear, wonder, or magic that you experienced while your eyes were closed. That's because dreams are among the...
Gundam: The Witch From Mercury's Lynn and Kana Ichinose Discuss Difficult Parents and Friendships
"It got me thinking that as long as there are humans, conflict will never disappear and there is no correct answer."
― At Anime NYC 2023, the official Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury panel hosted voice actors Kana Ichinose (Suletta Mercury) and Lynn (Miorine Rembran) to discuss their work on the hit mecha series. Members of the press had further questions answered via a joint email interv...
The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic ‒ Episode 5
The best part of this episode is that we see Suzune and Usato's relationship grow.
Villainess Level 99 ‒ Episode 5
It's official: Patrick Ashbatten is a keeper.
Shangri-La Frontier ‒ Episode 17
This is the first time an episode of Shangri-La has left me speechless.
Another Code: Recollection Game Review
What does it mean to die? What does it mean for the people left behind? What does it mean for a memory to die? These questions and more are answered in this remake of a 2005 cult classic.
― What does it mean to die? What does it mean for the people left behind? What does it mean for a memory to die? These weren't questions people were ready to answer when Trace Memory was first released in the United...
This Week in Anime - Getting into Gundam (and Other Long-Running Anime)
Nick and Chris tackle the issue of getting into long-running anime series—and why it's not really the intimidating prospect it might appear to be at first glance.
― Nick and Chris tackle the issue of getting into long-running anime series—and why it's not really the intimidating prospect it might appear to be at first glance. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this c...
The Dangers in My Heart Season 2 ‒ Episode 17
It's refreshing to see Kyotaro start to step up and act more like a boyfriend.
Blade & Bastard: Warm Ash, Dusky Dungeon Novel Review
Blade & Bastard is reminiscent of the heyday of Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance novels, and like those, you don't have to be familiar with the source game.
― There may be other light novel authors as well suited to penning an adaptation/spin-off of the popular RPG series Wizardry than Kumo Kagyu of Goblin Slayer fame, but after reading the first volume of Blade & Bastard, it's hard to think of one. ...
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