Dandadan will never win any prizes for subtlety, but for sheer manic energy it’s pretty hard to beat. Read more
Anime
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 11
We’re in rarified air at this point, that’s for sure. Read more
Ao no Hako (Blue Box) – 12
These are the times that try men’s souls. Read more
Patron Pick Fall 2024: Negaposi Angler (Negative Positive Angler) – 11
Observational humor is something this series does very well and it’s smart not to abandon it. Read more
Sengoku Youko: Senma Konton-hen – 20
All I know is, if anyone has earned the right to be happy it’s Senya. Read more
Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi – 10
The extremely rare dynamic of Natori and Matoba together made them more interesting than either of them is individually. Read more
My Taste is Better Than Yours Episode 21 – Hunter X Hunter York Shin (Yorknew City) Arc (and Whale Island)
Kurapika’s persona is all over this arc. Read more
Ranma ½ (2024) – 10
If there was a consensus fan favorite character among this huge cast, I imagine it would probably be Shampoo. Read more
Chi.: Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite (Orb: On the Movements of the Earth) – 11
There’s no pretty way to depict what men like Nowak did for a living, and Orb certainly doesn’t try. Read more
Ooi! Tonbo 2nd Season – 10
The question of pressure is obviously going to be taking center stage now. Read more