Autumn leaves, hot tea, and anime catch-ups... My Wednesday was filled with stormy weather, warm lunches, and some surprisingly emotional episodes. From philosophical robots and heartfelt beer vendors to magical tears and chaotic sibling dramas. I reviewed all four Tuesday anime releases from the Spring 2025 season! Curious about which series stole my heart, which ones might be better binged, and which left me emotionally disconnected despite the pretty visuals? Here's my honest take, complete with scores, highlights, and more.
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