AniFem Round-Up Higurashi: When They Cry – NEW – Episode 1 For better or worse, an exactingly faithful remake so far. Assault Lily: Bouquet – Episode 1 Cool action, yuri shipteashing, and lots of thigh shots. HYPNOSISMIC -Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima – Episode 1 The premise is sexist but it’s too incredibly extra to …
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