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What I will be Watching for Fall 2023

Welcome to Anime Rants. At the time of writing this article, I am still far behind on my Summer 2023 episode reviews. It may take a while still…

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Undead Murder Farce: Episodes 7 to 9

Undead Murder Farce concluded its run on September 27th, so obviously, I am far behind schedule on writing episode reviews for this series. Sorry about that, but I’ll…

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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Episodes 6 to 8 (30 to 32)

Now that we’ve seen the backstory of Suguru Geto, Jujutsu Kaisen’s second season begins in earnest. We are back to the present time, which in this universe is…

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Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead – Episodes 5 to 7

Hey, thanks for dropping by Anime Rants. I’m still trying my best to catch up to Summer ’23 anime episode reviews, but it’s been slow work with writer’s…

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The Gene of AI: Episodes 5 to 7 Reviews

Welcome to Anime Rants. I’m very far behind on my Summer 2023 episode reviews, but I’m doing my best to cover the episodes whenever I have time. So,…

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Bungo Stray Dogs 5: Thoughts on Episodes 6 to 8

Welcome to Anime Rants. It’s been a while since I wrote my usual episode reviews, so I’ve fallen behind several weeks. I’m sorry about that, but I’ll do…

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Just Checking In – I’m Still Here

So, after vanishing for over two weeks and falling even further behind on my summer 2023 episode reviews, I wanted to make a quick post just to check…

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Sunday Select: 7 Male Anime Characters with Childhood Trauma

There are a plethora of interesting anime characters that suffered from childhood trauma. In fact, there were so many to choose from that I divided the post idea…

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Sacrificial Princess and The King of Beasts: Episodes 16 to 18

I’ve got no time to write a nice introduction, but here are the recaps and responses for the nxt three episodes of Sacrificial Princess and the King of…

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Undead Murder Farce: Episodes 4 to 6 Reviews

It’s time for the next three episodes of Undead Murder Farce, which is so far proving to be highly entertaining. It’s not my favorite show of the season,…

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Mononogatari – Malevolent Spirits Season 2: Episodes 4 to 6

Hey, everyone. Sadly, I broke my streak of posting something every day after day 76. I fell behind for a few days, but now I’m here to get…

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Horimiya: The Missing Pieces – Episodes 4 to 6 Reviews

Throughout most of the US, and indeed much of the world, there are currently record-breaking temperatures as summer heats up. Summer is my least favorite season, and I…

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Bungo Stray Dogs Season 5: Episodes 4 and 5 Reviews

Greetings, and welcome to anime Rants with 7Mono! I have been on a 75-day streak of posting something on Anime Rants every day. In order to keep the…

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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 5: Premature Death

This extremely interesting installment of Jujutsu Kaisen was definitely my favorite so far from season 2 – and among my top favorites for the first season as well.…

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Plastic Memories Anime Rant

Has there ever been an anime that deeply moved your emotions and spoke to your heart despite not actually being a great series? If you’re reading here at…

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Shadows House Season 1 Review: Free Thought Versus Indoctrination

Welcome to 7Mono’s Anime Rants! In Spring 2021, Cloverworks studio released Shadows House, an unusual anime based on the manga by Soumatou. Although it contains strong elements of…

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Anime Couples MBTI Analysis: Light Yagami and Misa Amane

If you saw them at some restaurant, or even passed them on the street, you would think they were a perfectly normal couple. As the girl chatters on…

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Sunday Select: 7 Female Anime Characters with Childhood Trauma

Many of us suffer from kind of psychological trauma. There are different types and subtypes of trauma, but broadly speaking, trauma refers to an intensely disturbing experience. Sometimes,…

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Updated Thoughts on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba

Demon Slayer is one of the most popular animated series in the world. In my opinion, it doesn’t deserve such fame. However, I have now watched everything up…

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Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead – Episodes 3 and 4 Reviews

Akira’s adventures continue in the next two episodes of Zom 100! There are about thirty entries on the bucket list so far. But Akira won’t be fulfilling them…

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Jujutsu Kaisen MBTI Types

Welcome to Anime Rants! Today we have a list of the characters from Jujutsu Kaisen with their MBTI types! I hope it will be a useful reference for…

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The Gene of AI: Episodes 3 and 4 Reviews

Hey there, and welcome to Anime Rants! With the next two episodes of The Gene of AI, the discussions and dilemmas are even more interesting than before. I…

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The Devil is a Part-timer! Season 2 Part 2: Episodes 13 to 15

For many years now, I’ve been appreciating the story and characters in “The Devil is a Part-Timer!” The original 12-episode anime was popular and well-recieved. It had some…

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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Episodes 3 and 4 Reviews

In these episodes, Satoru Gojo and Suguru Getou continue their mission to protect Riko Amanai, the next body of Tengan, until it’s time for the assimilation process. Unbeknownst…

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Sunday Select: 7 Shonen Anime Tropes That Are Good, Actually

Shonen, or anime aimed mostly at young boys, is the most popular form of anime. Personally, I am not very interested in the majority of standard shonen fighting…

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Bungo Stray Dogs 5: Episodes 2 and 3 Reviews

It’s doubtful that anyone truly enjoys having their expectations betrayed. Although it can be fun for this to happen in movies or TV shows, it’s unpleasant in reality,…

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Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts: Episodes 13 to 15

I don’t have time for a thought-provoking introduction this time, but I just want to say, I’m immensely enjoying this anime! With the start of the second half…

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Neon Genesis Evangelion Thematic Analysis

Countless bloggers, YouTubers, TV critics, and even students of philosophy and psychology have commented on the profound nature of Neon Genesis Evangelion. It’s been around since the 90s,…

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My History with Anime

Hello to all guys, gals, and enby pals. I am 7Mononoke, but you can call me Mono. For new readers who might discover me, as well as anyone…

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Re: Zero (Starting Life In Another World) Season 2 Part 2 Review

Hello and welcome to all guys, girls, and others! Recently, I completed reviews for Re: Zero season 1 and season 2 part 1. Now it’s time for season…

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The Tragedy of Junpei Yoshino (Jujutsu Kaisen)

It’s been four years since the first season of Jujutsu Kaisen was released. At the time of writing this article, Season 2 has just begun. I watched Jujutsu…

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Sunday Select: 7 Frustrating Shonen Anime Tropes

“Shonen” or “shounen” is a Japanese word meaning “boy,” as in a male child. A shonen anime is one that is geared toward young boys. While shonen is…

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Undead Murder Farce – Episodes 1 to 3 Reviews

What’s better than a mystery anime set at the end of the 1800s? How about one with fantasy creatures like yokai, vampires, and goblins? In this setting, a…

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Mononogatari – Malevolent Spirits Season 2: Episodes 1 to 3

According to ancient beliefs, some objects gain life or spirits as they age. Spirits that came to life from an object are called Tsukumogami. They can take humanoid…

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Horimiya: The Missing Pieces – Episodes 1 to 3

There are many anime rom-coms set in school. Most of them are lively romps, but a few are calming and peaceful while still having funny parts. Horimiya is…

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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Episodes 1 and 2 Reviews

Let’s say there is a fearsome immortal being. It works on the side of the “good guys,” and protects innocent people from curses. However, due to its own…

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Zom 100 – Bucket List of the Dead – Episodes 1 and 2 Reviews

Have you ever felt so exhausted you wish you would never wake up again? Do you feel like a prisoner in your own life? Perhaps you can even…

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The Gene of AI (AI no Idenshi): Episodes 1 and 2 Reviews

Human technology is exponential in the way it increases. That’s why, in the not-so-distant future, androids with human levels of intelligence and emotions make up about 10% of…

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What I am Watching and Writing About for Summer 2023

Welcome to Anime Rants. For Summer 2023, I will be watching nine series and writing episode reviews for them. However, the episode reviews won’t be every week, as…

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Sunday Select: 7 Anime Characters Who Turned Good

Just as not all heroes will remain heroic, not all villains will remain villainous. There are various examples in anime of a character who was once working with…

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Vinland Saga Season 2 Review – A Warrior’s Redemption

The world is a dark and cruel place. Particularly where large-scale wars ravage the country, and slavery is normal business, the world makes many people despair. But legend…

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Bungo Stray Dogs Season 5: Episode 1 Review

Welcome to Anime Rants. I will be writing bi-weekly or quarterly episode reviews for eight series this summer. The one that has the highest priority to me right…

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Exploring Grief in Tokyo 24th Ward

~Part 1: Introduction~ Grief effects everyone to at least some degree at some point in life. Profound grief can be experienced whether or not the person you lost…

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Appreciating Toradora: History, Problems, and an Old Fan’s Enjoyment

Toradora is a 2008 drama/romance anime set in a highschool. It’s sweet and funny, with surprisingly well-written characters and excellent visuals. There are countless anime series that fall…

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Re: Zero – Starting Life in Another World – Season 2 Part 1 Review

The 2016 isekai anime Re: Zero (Starting Life In Another World) was a large commercial success. The series became widely popular, prompting several side productions like OVA specials…

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Sacrificial Princess and the King of Beasts: Episodes 10 to 12

I might be a little late with this post, but let’s have some fun with this cute shoujo anime. Episode 10: Day of Festival and Revelation The day…

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Sunday Select 7: Anime Characters Who Turned Evil

Not every admirable or interesting anime character will stay on the “good side.” Some will inevitably sink into the darkness, becoming evil or villainous. For this list, I’ve…

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Penguindrum Episode Analyses Part 4

Disclaimers: 1) This Penguindrum project will be categorized under episode reviews, but it won’t work the same way as my usual episode reviews. Each entry in this blog…

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Hell’s Paradise (Jigokuraku) Series Review – MAPPA succeeds!

This must be paradise, you think, walking through a glade of gorgeous, brightly colored flowers. The air smells sweet, and nearby, the lush jungle trees are laden with…

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Anime Couples MBTI Analysis: Haru and Legoshi (Beastars)

You’ve heard of couples coming from different backgrounds or different ethnicities. Similarly, you’re probably familiar with a few couples who differ in height and/or build. But what ab…

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