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[Instant Classic]

Frieren started with 4 episodes being released at once. Even MadHouse knew they had to give people the whole set up before going weekly .

I was hooked instantly though. I legit couldn't wait more than a week to follow the Journey of Ice Queen + the legacy of the GOAT simp Himmel the Hero

Okay, that make more sense because I thought the first 5 episodes or so were way too slow to get people hooked. Due to binging I didn't mind the slower pace to build up the world. However, i know that pacing is not for everybody and can see why people are asking when does it get better. After you get to episode 8 around i can see why weekly would be nice due to it picking up pace. I think this show benefits from weekly discussion because there's a lot to talk about.

 

[tripleaamin]

Just to elaborate on my previous post. Hadn't really watched any new anime in like 10-15 years, but decided to give it a go. Frieren is seemingly the current most popular manga/anime so started with that.

I get the meaning of the German words and why they were chosen. I lived in Germany for some years and at least used to be fluent in German. Maybe that's why it just feels a bit corny. Nevertheless a really solid show. I'll give it a 6,5/10.

Dungeon Meshi - Some people said it's better than Frieren. I don't think so. I was on the fence between "it's stupid, but entertaining" and "it's just stupid". Watched 15-20 episodes and decided that it's mostly just stupid. The worldbuilding is nonsensical and some of the problems could be solved by simple communication. But that's too much to ask from an average shonen. I'm probably just too old for this type of anime. 5/10

Natsume's Book of Friends - this one was top 10 in every "best rated anime" list. My first impression was that it seemed too soft, but what do I know. Watched 10 episodes and yeah...it's too soft and actually feels a bit hollow. Perhaps a feel good show for some, but once more I'm just not the right audience. 5/10

Mushishi - This one is pretty great. Some deeper more mature themes. Characters act and feel like real people. My main gripe is the purely episodic nature with zero overarching plot. Shows like Cowboy Bebop or Samurai Champloo still work towards a conclusion. You'll eventually get invested. With Mushishi, not so much. Because of that I'll give it a 7/10.

Violet Evergarden - A teenage female Terminator has to find new meaning in a post-war world. Could be interesting, but it's not. Seemingly every problem can be solved by writing letters. Too melodramatic. Also some weird borderline pedo shyt going on. Couldn't make it past 6-7 episodes. 3,5/10.

Bungo Stray Dogs - Watched 5-6 episodes. The art style is awful. Every character just has to look like a cute 20-something. And everybody acts like a bad caricature with all the standard forced "look how cool/weird I am" moments. Not for me. 3/10

The Apothecary Diaries - This one I actually liked. The main character is goofy and weird, but also wise. This helps her to stay alive and even succeed in a 7th century Chinese Imperial court where she ends up after being kidnapped. Instead of being melodramatic, it has a "life is unfair, but it is what it is" vibe. Realism that you wouldn't really expect. 7/10

Reading through this I think you would like Vinland Saga and Orb: On the Movements of the Earth. Both are on Netflix.

 

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SLF S2 Episode 14 adapted chapters 91–93. As well the beginning of chapter 94.

The staff really having fun for wanting to end the episode on that part. They animated the moments for Sunraku, Rei and Akane so well. We got 11 episodes left, actually. A good amount compared when S1 finished the Wethermond fight. Curious what the staff has planned.

Just talking about the anime itself, this show is just fun. The best way to describe it. Sunraku and Akane holding on for Rei to unleash Armageddon was fukking outstanding. This show continues to hold out as my favorite action show of the season.

 

[Jmare007]

I thought they were never going to do a 2nd season.

 

[tripleaamin]

I thought they were never going to do a 2nd season.

It was held back because of AoT iirc.

 

[Jmare007]

It was held back because of AoT iirc.

fukking MAPPA

 

[Jmare007]

Igris gully as fukk

 

[tripleaamin]

Toilet-bound Hanako-kun debuted its S2 this morning. I recently read both box sets of the manga (20 volumes) and man this series is just outstanding. Honestly, with the two arcs that will be adapted this season, anime onlies will be in for quite a ride.

So with S1 rearranging things, this is how it looks like. Episodes 1-5 → Chapter 9+10 → Episode 6+7 → Episode 12 → Episode 8+9 → S2 → Episode 10+11. Chapters 9+10 cover the Young Exorcist Arc, which won't be adapted in S2 and unless they give an episode for that as BD extras, it won't be adapted. I recommend anime onlies to check that out.

This episode adapted chapters 23+ 24. Perfect ending point for this episode. Also, as expected, they did a good job of giving a small recap of S1. I fukking adored the Nene play set in her room, which was an anime original. Furthermore, big shout out to Akari Kitou for nailing the change to have Hanako taking over Nene's body.

Overall, it is clear from this episode that they have a bigger budget than in S1. Excited to see how it goes from here. Now regarding the episode.

Spoiler: Toilet-bound Hanako-kun Season 2 - Episode 1

It has been 5 years since S1 aired so it was good to get a small recap of S1. Though I continue to love the charm this series has. Nene recapping it in her room was adorable.

Since Aoi has spoken, this arc will be about the 1st school mystery "The Clock Keepers". 3 where each one controls the past, present and future respectively. Poor Nene as Hanako used her body to get Aoi talking.

The main thing with this episode was the focus on Akane and Aoi. This episode did an impressive job pointing the focus on Akane. Why are all these rumors that she tells Nene end up coming true? Why was her stuff the only thing that was fine? Of course, Hanako tried getting Aoi to talk.

But we got our first look at Akane as he drags the Hanako possessed Nene outside. He's the vice resident of the school next to Kou's older brother Teru. He is 100% a full yandere. Furthermore, he loves Aoi with his life. The denial record really showcases his determination.

Though there is one thing suspicious about Akane and the fact is, does he see Hanako? Well, looks we got our answer since Hanako seemed to realize that Aoi wasn't the wonder they were looking for. Hanako figured out it had to be Akane most likely, since Aoi's stuff was the only thing that wasn't tampered with and his obsession with her. He figured putting Aoi in danger would bring it out. And the anime did a fantastic job at executing Akane's reveal.

 

[Kenny West]

Been reading Frieren, shyt is pretty good. I'm dreading the day I catch up

 

[tripleaamin]

Hyakkano S2 started the fukkery has already started

 

[tripleaamin]

Mappa seeing how much isekai are milked and that gets them to create their own anime original isekai in Zenshu. Animation aside, which is fantastic, it brings nothing new what we haven't seen. Might stick with it to see how they go with an ending, which we rarely get in an isekai.

 

[Bryan Danielson]

 

[tripleaamin]

Watched episode 1 of "The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World". Which is an isekai, which also works as a Sentai Parody.

Man did they deliver the fun factor for this. I had a blast and was laughing throughout. Red's pureness mixed with Yidhra's tsundere nature is perfect. Though for her, she aims to retake her family's honor. Though I do like Red's interpretation of him being in this fantasy world for a reason.

I am excited to continue watching this one.

 

[Bryan Danielson]

Watched episode 1 of "The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World". Which is an isekai, which also works as a Sentai Parody.

Man did they deliver the fun factor for this. I had a blast and was laughing throughout. Red's pureness mixed with Yidhra's tsundere nature is perfect. Though for her, she aims to retake her family's honor. Though I do like Red's interpretation of him being in this fantasy world for a reason.

I am excited to continue watching this one.

See THIS the type of stuff you should be putting me on to Boss


I’ll check this out too