My anime backlog is out of control, so this March, I’m tackling 31 unfinished series in 31 days! It’s all part of the Anime March Madness Challenge 2025—a fun yet intense anime-watching event where fans push their binge-watching limits. Want to join me? Check out my watchlist and the challenge details here!
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A Sign of Affection, Chained Soldier, Nina the Starry Bride, No Longer Allowed in Another World, Record of Lodoss War
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