I’m unfortunately still in a phase where I’m consuming more anime than manga. However, when I run across things that I’m watching that have a corresponding manga, I’m still reviewing them here. I …
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PODCAST: Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard!? By Yuu Toyota
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