The hits just keep on coming. I was about ready to say this episode was a bit of a step down from the last few, but the last five minutes were crackerjack stuff. And frankly even its B-game is enough to keep Kekkai Sensen solidly in the upper echelon of […] Read more
If there was ever a show about which the word “shameless” was perfectly suited, it’s Shokugeki no Souma. Why do I like this series? It’s unapologetically sexist (though you can safely preface every adjective with “unapologetically” where Souma is concerned), with some of the most crass fanservice you’ll ever see. […] Read more
There’s no doubt we’re finally getting some big clues about what’s really happening with Punchline. But the operative question for me is whether or not I still care. My recent track record with NoitaminA shows and huge mid-series plot twists isn’t especially encouraging. But while the temptation to recall Samumenco […] Read more
“To the North” We got a mini-chapter of Otoyomegatari sandwiched in-between the usual releases from Mori-sensei, a short check-in with the remnants of the Halgal clan. As Karluk’s family sifts through the spoils of war, Azel and his kin have headed north, with Azel now officially in-charge of the clan. […] Read more
No Takeo, the plastic wrap does not make it OK… If that wasn’t my favorite anime episode this season, it was certainly Top 3 – and no question, for me the best episode of Ore Monogatari so far. It’s pretty miraculous that this show can pull off being as sweet […] Read more
I’m not sure whom to credit for how good this show is, but I am sure I really like it. Maybe I need to re-read Kyoukai no Rinne. Because the anime is pretty awesome, and I just don’t remember the manga being this good. Is Rumiko responsible for it, or […] Read more
You’re not the only one with goosebumps, Miyuki. Honestly, it’s episodes like this one that make sitting through all the rough patches in Diamond no Ace worthwhile. “What is this feeling I get, when Eijun is pitching?” Haruchin basically sums up the appeal of this series perfectly with that question, […] Read more
“Kill the Boy” It was interesting to see new viewers trying to make sense of the title of this episode, with all kinds of wild speculation ensuing. But in fact, Game of Thrones (and this is becoming increasingly rare) followed A Song of Ice and Fire exactly here in how […] Read more
It’s a lot easier to topple a tree if it’s rotten from the inside. There’s a cruel sort of paradox to being an anime fan these days, especially when it comes to fantasy and the historical epic. Most series explain things way too quickly and rush through the events that […] Read more
That episode was the Ei-chan of Baby Steps episodes. Having just come off some pretty intense competition eps, Baby Steps gives us something quite different here – the consummate all-arounder, just like its hero. This was one of those quiet weeks that shows off the elements that make this something […] Read more