Oh boy. Fena solves another non-challenge by being the protagonist. Impressions: Another pointless, terrible episode that can basically be summarized as "Fena is the protagonist, and boy, isn't that just swell." They find some ancient dungeon, tell Fena "Use your magical chosen one spider-sense to go the right way," and… she just does. Because she's Harry […]
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「宮廷料理／塩茹で」 (Kyuutei ryori/ shioyude) "Imperial Court Cuisine/Boiled With Salt" These sorts of episodes suit Chilchuck to a T of course.
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「水炊き/タルト」 (Mizutaki/Taruto) "Hot Pot/Tart" It may be my first of the season, but to say this premiere was a long time coming is an understatement.
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