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Reader’s Corner: Nights with a Cat, Ex-Yakuza and Stray Kitten, and I Kept Pressing the 100-Million-Year Button and Came Out on Top
In this week’s column, we review manga and light novels featuring angels, spies, and young people isekai’d, as well as ex-yakuza, cheeky brats, and adopted cats. Oh, so…
In the Land of Leadale, Vol. 6
By Ceez and Tenmaso. Released in Japan as “Leadale no Daichi nite” by Famitsu Bunko. Released in North America by Yen On. Translated by Jessica Lange. Last time…
Manga the Week of 10/12/22
SEAN: Manga the Week of is brought to you this week by Weetabix. MICHELLE: I will never not associate Weetabix with Spike and Giles. ASH: Now that you…
Should You Read Kubo-san?
We take a look at Kubo Won't Let Me Be Invisible, a romance manga similar to a lot of series I've covered that's new for once.
~SPOILER FREE~ FINAL THOUGHTS: WINTER 2022
Aaah man, my highlight show Digimon Ghost Game got postponed mid-way through the season, and it kinda killed my desire to push on with the rest. I’m pretty…
In the Land of Leadale, The Genius Prince's Guide to Raising a Nation Out of Debt, Akebi’s Sailor Uniform, Digimon Ghost Game, She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man
In the Land of Leadale, Vol. 5
By Ceez and Tenmaso. Released in Japan as “Leadale no Daichi nite” by Famitsu Bunko. Released in North America by Yen On. Translated by Jessica Lange. We’ve introduced…
Cue Episode 15 – Project Himmel
In this week's episode, we learn a lot more about Satori and some of her character motivations. Also, less creepy stuff.
Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie Ep 3 – Movie Date
In today's episode, Shikimori goes on a movie date. No, ignore the image. It's with Izumi, not his father.
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In the Land of Leadale, Monster Strike the Animation, Overlord, Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie
Manga the Week of 4/27/22
SEAN: The end of April means the end of innocence, getting ready for the boys of summer, and other things that are not Don Henley songs. We start…
A Certain Magical Index, GOBLIN SLAYER, In the Land of Leadale, Laid-Back Camp
Cue Episode 14 – Just Ignore This Episode
In this week's Cue, we see terrible advice. This episode is just creepy as hell.
Cue Episode 13 – Season 2 Kinda
This episode, we really have a reset for our AiRBLUE girls in a lot of ways.
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In the Land of Leadale, Overlord, Shiki, Wave, Listen to Me!
Cue Episode 12 – Finding Your Voice
In, well, last week's episode of Cue I forgot to post, we get to the halfway point.
Best of Winter 2022 – The Very Professional Anime Awards
With Winter 2022 coming to end, let's take a look at the best (and sometimes worst) anime had to offer.
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The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, In the Land of Leadale, Overlord
The Isekaiest Isekais of Winter 2022
With Winter 2022 coming to a close, I figured we'd take a look at some Isekais this season, and unfortunately, most of them aren't great.
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In the Land of Leadale, My Dress-Up Darling, Overlord, Slow Start, Sonny Boy
In the Land of Leadale (Season One)
Cayna died while playing a VRMMO called Leadale and woke up to find herself living as her avatar in a world just like in the game. She had…
The Observation Deck: In the Land of Leadale
A lot of potential unfortunately gone to waste.
What to Expect: Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie
Today, we're taking a look at all Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie has to offer before the anime adaptation airs. That way, you know what to expect.
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In the Land of Leadale, Overlord, Shiki, Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie
Winter 2022 Anime Awards
The winter season of anime is over for 2022, so once again time for me to look back and share some of my favourite stuff from them. The…
Attack on Titan, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations, Miss KUROITSU from the Monster Development Department, One Piece, Pretty Cure
Monster Pinball in Monster Strike – Let’s Watch a Random Anime (#10)
For this month's random anime, we take a look at a big trashy advertisement, but one that's actually kind of good.
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In the Land of Leadale, Monster Strike the Animation, My Dress-Up Darling, Overlord, Sonny Boy
Winter 2022 in Review Part 2
Most of the Winter 2022 times have now concluded, so it’s time for the second part of the season-ending wrap-up. The first part featured a review of In…
In the Land of Leadale (Episode 12) – Relocating, Building, Flying, and the Earth
Cayna recovered from the welcome party and found out that the villagers had gifted her a piece of land. With that settled, guess they should have another party…
In the Land of Leadale Episode 12 – Peer Pressure
In this episode of Leadale, we end the anime with some nice, wholesome good times mixed with only slight alcoholism.
In the Land of Leadale Review — C
The video game world becomes real.
Anime Series Like In the Land of Leadale
After an accident put her on life support, Keina took up playing the VRMMO game of World of Leadale. After a power outage at the hospital, she wakes…
By the Grace of the Gods, In the Land of Leadale, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear, Overlord
Winter ’22 in Review part 1: In the Land of Leadale
The past three seasons I have done season-ending summaries for titles that I watched out. This season I am doing that in two (possibly three) parts between now…
Leadale no Daichi nite - Episode 12 [END] - Cayna's Legs
Cayna stretched out her long elf legs in the local bathhouse. It's how she visits Mimily Mermaid. Leadale no Daichi nite - Episode 12 [END].
In the Land of Leadale Episode #12
Oh boy, looks like Skargo plans to build a house next to Cayna as he wants to see his Mother Dearest 24/7. Of course, I wish Mai-Mai and…
In the Land of Leadale (Episode 11) – An Introduction, a Carriage, a Maid, and Moving
Now that Cayna has Luka to look after, she decides to settle down in the village she first appeared in. First, she needs to introduce Luka to her…
Cue Episode 11 – Hometown Hero
How nervous would you feel if you were suddenly watched by everyone that knew you? Today's Cue shows us just that. Fame is hard.
I Wrote One Thousand Words About a Smile – 86
I take the time to write around one thousand words about best boy Shin, giving the best smile he knows how.
In the Land of Leadale Episode 11 – Settling Down
Cayna decides to finally settle down with her new daughter for good, but not before getting some free things and beating her other children.
Cue Episode 10 – Remember Your Roots
This episode, we learn about some of the stresses of being a VA, and I rant a bit about professionals.
In the Land of Leadale Episode #11
Well everyone, it’s time for Cayna to introduce her newest adopted daughter Luka to her oldest adopted children, starting with Mai-Mai where she’s shocked that her mom adopted…
86 Season 2 Episode 11 – It Was Worth It
After over two months of waiting, 86 is back, and what a great time it is to be alive.
In the Land of Leadale Episode 10 – Zombies and Adoption
In this episode, Cayna adds another kid to her family after slaying some zombies and riding a dragon. Normal stuff.
In the Land of Leadale Episode #10
Well, this is really surprising to see a certain adventurer returned from Episode 5. Oh, and Cayna almost killed her ’cause she thought that this adventurer became a…
There’s More to Dress-Up Darling Than Marin
While Marin is certainly the one who steals the show, we can't rule our boy, Gojo, out. There's more to Dress-Up Darling than you'd think.
In the Land of Leadale (Episode 9) – Another Visit, a Mermaid, a Misunderstanding, and Zombies
Cayna returns to the village where she first woke in Leadale. While there she investigates a strange sound in the well. She’s also going to look for another…
Cue Episode 9 – A Royal Kidnapping
In this episode, a kidnapping occurs and a helicopter has one of the Vogel girls in its sights!
In the Land of Leadale Episode 9 – a Mermaid and a Ship
In this episode, Cayna meets a mermaid and possibly falls in love, but not with the mermaid. I'm talking about another mythical creature.
Leadale no Daichi nite - Episode 9 - Cayna Equips Wetsuit
Cayna has the perfect outfit for exploring a haunted well. Magical wetsuits look great on her! Leadale no Daichi nite - Episode 9.
Cue Episode 8 – “Do Your Best!”
In this episode of Cue, we go back to the VAs and learn of even more of their struggles, this time focusing on Shiho.
Elaina: The Selfish Narcissistic Wandering Witch
We take a look at the character that is Elaina, the supposedly selfish, narcissistic wandering witch. Now in text form!
In the Land of Leadale Episode #09
Oh boy, looks like the inn owner offers a barrel of alcohol to Cayna as it’s time for a party in celebration of her return. Geez Cayna, you…
In the Land of Leadale (Episode 8) – A Battle, a Victory, a Conversation, and Information
Cayna hurries back to the capital aware that something is wrong, but I’ll bet she never expected to find a penguin kaiju event boss and two players attacking…
In the Land of Leadale Episode 8 – Bird Assassin
In today's episode, we learn that Cayna is even more overpowered than we thought, and she hates birds.
In the Land of Leadale Episode #08
Let’s start this episode where Cayna summoned a giant wolf named Therwolf, as the high elf mage will return to Felskeilo together with Lonti Arbalest and Mye. C’mon,…
The Speakeasy #134: Requiem of the Rose King, Sabikui Bisco, Delicious Party Precure, + More Winter 2022 Anime
It’s that time of year again, another new anime season is upon us! Requiem of the Rose KingSabikui BiscoTribe NineSasaki and MiyanoI’m Kodama Kawashiri: The Dissolute Life of…
Sasaki and Miyano, Tokyo 24th Ward, In the Land of Leadale, Sabikui Bisco, Requiem of the Rose King
In the Land of Leadale (Episode 7) – Bear Hunting, a Queen, a Bath, and Monsters
Cayna returns to Felskeilo and picks up a quest to hunt a horned bear for a restaurant. She bumps into Lonti who appears to have another runaway with…
Cue Episode 7 – Leftovers
In this episode, we get introduced to the leftovers of AiRBLUE. The bargain bin, if you will. They're still alright, though.