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A Sign of Affection Anime Review – Not for Diabetics!
Anime comes in many flavors, and can be compared to complex culinary dishes. A Sign of Affection is like a plate of fancy European confections – cute, neat,…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 20 Review
We’re covering Tower of God season 2 episode 20. It was a fairly good episode with some sweet and romantic moments and some moderately entertaining action sequences.
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Episode 8 – Pursuit of Truth
In this episode of Orb, Count Piast says that good scholars need to be like Icarus and keep trying to approach the sun – which is a metaphor…
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 7 Review
Today we’re continuing the episode reviews for Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga. The seventh episode was largely focused on Lightning, but it also featured important moments for…
Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7 Episodes 5 and 6 Reviews
Natsume’s Book of Friends is usually peaceful and wholesome. You can see this in episode 5. However, you will occasionally encounter a darker episode with mystery elements, like…
Re: Zero Episode 57 (AKA Season 3 Episode 7) – Subaru’s Speech
This episode of Re: Zero season 3 was inspiring. Subaru makes a speech through the broadcast metia in order to bring hope to the citizens of Priestella. I…
The Softhearted Samurai: Katsura “Tauemon” Takamori (Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin)
Anime showcases many samurai characters who are cool and bad-ass. But from time to time, I would prefer a different take on the samurai character. Tauemon from Sakuna:…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History Episode 7 – Gill Takes The Spotlight
The character of Gill started out as a weak and bitter little kid. But by episode 7 of RekiAku, he is responsible, loyal, and thoughtful, with the desire…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 19 – Epic Fight and After-Party
The workshop battle continues, and the next match is intense. It’s Anaak versus Ran. Find out what happened in this episode review.
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 6 Review – Shiemi’s Struggles
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga has been highly enjoyable for me so far. This sixth episode focuses on Lightning and Suguro before transitioning primarily to Shiemi and…
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Episode 7 Review – New Favorite Character!
The new character introduced is Jolenta, a talented and intelligent writer/researcher who can’t get credit for her work because she’s a woman. Let’s take a look at this…
Delico’s Nursery Episodes 9 and 10 Reviews
Thank you for visiting Anime Rants! Episodes 9 and 10 of Delico’s Nursery were surprisingly enjoyable. Find out why in these episode reviews.
Re: Zero Episode 56 (AKA Season 3 Episode 6) – The Power of Song
As the city of Preistella is thrown into chaos, Liliana the bard plays music to calm the citizens packed into the emergency shelters. Take a minute and listen…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History Episode 6 Review – Creepy Duke
RekiAku continued to be fairly entertaining in its sixth episode. Alicia had some badass moments. However, I’m getting increasingly annoyed with the love interest, Prince Duke.
When Akio Wins
Akio Ohtori is one of the most insidious villains in anime because of his predatory nature. This post isn’t exactly about Akio, though. It’s about what happens when…
A Beautiful Blend – The Apothecary Diaries Anime Review
Some anime series are beautiful to experience despite dealing with surprisingly mature subject matter. The Apothecary Diaries is one such show. It looks colorful and flowery, but deals…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 18 Review – Berserk Miseng
Those who have survived major abandonment are often crippled by the fear of further abandonment. I have this issue personally, so I get it. Tower of God’s Miseng…
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Episode 6 Review – Riddles from God
Are religion and science incompatible? The answer is no, not necessarily. You can believe in God and still be pro-science. Badeni from Orb is a character who proves…
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 5 Review – Shura Lives!
Blue Exorcist is a work that celebrates life. Its hopeful view of the world has been obvious for quite some time, but it came through more strongly than…
Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7: Episodes 3 and 4 Reviews
Natsume’s Book of Friends is mostly episodic and anthological rather than serial. That means you can jump in pretty much anywhere. So, if you think you might check…
Re: Zero Episode 55 (AKA Season 3 Episode 5) – Not My Cup of Tea
Anime episodes can be very hit-or-miss. Sometimes an episode just rubs you the wrong way, so you give it a lower score than usual in your mind. Re:…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History – Episode 5 Review
I’m enjoying the humor in this series – in particular, the irony. It’s richly ironic that a good, wise girl like Alicia thinks of herself as a villainess.
Delico’s Nursery: Episodes 7 and 8 Reviews
Do you like the idea of conventionally attractive, rich, aristocratic vampires? What about a unique kind of lore that poses a vampire god as the existence that controls…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 17 Review
Bam is cool in the sense that he’s very powerful, but the point of his character is not being “cool.” Rather, it’s his gentle and compassionate heart.
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 4 Review – Shura’s Reality
Imagine what it would be like if your lifespan ended at thirty, and your destiny was entirely decided. Your very being is bound to your master, the one…
Orb: On the Movement of the Earth Episode 5 Review: Hope In the World
It’s time for more Orb: On the Movement of the Earth! I have no motivation for an interesting introduction today. Episode 5: Even If I Die, This World…
Re: Zero Season 3 Episode 54 Review – Amazing Seiyuu Insanity!
This episode of Re: Zero season 3 was intense and high quality! Arguably the best element of this episode was the voice-acting. I’ll mention 3 of the amazing…
I’ll Become A Villainess Who Goes Down In History: Episode 4 Review – Not Remotely Evil!
RekiAku is the short nickname for Rekishi ni Nokoru Akujo ni Naru zo, or in English, I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History. The fourth episode…
The Cycle of the Spiral Curse – Uzumaki Episode 4 Review
The third episode was disappointing. I began to think that Uzumaki lost its chance to be good. However, after seeing the fourth and final episode, I now think…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 16 Review
Hello and thank you for joining me for an episode review of Tower of God Season 2 Episode 16. I don’t have very many other thoughts on this…
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 3 Review
Due to her insane character design, many have dismissed Shura as a fan-service character. But I always hoped there would be a better exploration of Shura’s character. Blue…
Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7: Episodes 1 and 2 Reviews
I’ve been following this anime for a long time, and it certainly has its charms. As long as you have time to spare, watching this series is enjoyable…
Orb: On the Movement of the Earth Episode 4 Review – The Doubting Duelist
Greetings! The second arc of Orb has begun with a new main character: Orczy the duelist. These are my thoughts on him and the fourth episode as a…
Re: Zero Season 3 Episode 53 Review – The Tiger Cub Weeps
Today we have a review of Re: Zero Season 3 Episode 3 (which is episode 53 cumulatively speaking). The episode was titled “Gorgeous Tiger,” the humorous pseudonym chosen…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History Episode 3 Review
In this episode, we learn that Alicia is “a Divergent,” a rare existence with increased magic abilities from a young age.
Uzumaki Episode 3 Review – So Many Plot-lines, So Little Time!
I loved the first and second episodes, but the third one was less likeable. There was one main problem: everything was way too rushed.
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 15 Review
ower of God Season 2 Episode 15 is titled “The Promise of That Day.” It refers to the time when Endorsi made Bam promise to take her on…
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga Episode 2 Review
Today, I’ll present my thoughts on Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga episode 2, which is appropriately titled, “Distress.” Yukio is going through a lot at this point…
Orb: On the Movement of the Earth Episode 3 Review – Sayonara, Rafal
We’ll start with a recap of Orb’s third episode, which is now available on Netflix, depending on your region. After I go over the main plot points, I’ll…
Fall 2024 Update + Do-Over Damsel Episode 1
Fall 2024 Update Greetings. Thank you for stopping Anime Rants. I’m here to give a quick update about the shows I’m blogging about for Fall 2024. I made…
Re: Zero Season 3 Episode 2 Review – Empathy Used For Evil
You’ve all heard of empaths. They are characters whose empathy is on a whole other level from normal humans. Most of the time, empaths are portrayed as purely…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History Episode 2 Review – Secret Outings
Today we have a review for the second episode of the unusual isekai anime, I’ll Become A Villainess Who Goes Down In History.
Can Robots Experience Hatred? – Pluto Anime Review
Some stories pose the ability to love as the last bastion of humanity that robots cannot adopt. However, in the world of Pluto, the ability of advanced robots…
Uzumaki Episode 2 Review – Violation of Humanity
The second episode of Uzumaki: Spiral Into Horror was released on October 5th, 2024. Like the previous installment, it was highly enjoyable and full of creative horror. The…
Tower of God Season 2 Episode 14 Review – Workshop Battle Arc Begins!
The second cour of Tower of God season 2 has officially begun. It’s offcially called Tower of God: Workshop Battle Arc.
Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga – Episode 1 Review – Lightning’s Arrival
It’s time for the next arc of Blue Exorcist. This is roughly the equivalent of season 4.
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth – Episodes 1 and 2 Review
Welcome! Yesterday, the first two episodes of Orb: On the Movement of the Earth were released. I expected to like Orb, and I was correct. In fact, I…
Re-Watching Jujutsu Kaisen’s First Season
Today’s article will cover several discusion points that stuck out to me during this re-watch. Topcis include: Horror in JJK, Yuuji’s Suffering, and Sorcerers are Not Heroes.
Cultists and Tigers and Bards – Oh My! Re: Zero Season 3 Episode 1 Review
Four normal anime episodes’ worth of content is crammed into “Theatrical Malice.” Therefore, writing a full recap of events would be lengthy, boring and unnecessary. Today, I will…
I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History – Episode 1 Review
Alicia Williams is a seven-year-old girl in a noble family of dark magic users in a fantasy world. She was a normal girl who reportedly lazed around and…