So, after the big turn of last episode, it’s time for downtime! Actually, I think it is kind of the correct time for this… or at least, a correct time. The difference between the two is that, in another universe, we could have launched directly into the ritual, and attempting to resolve Oka’s fate. TheContinue Reading... Seasonal Selection – Shikizakura Episode 7Continue Reading...
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Seasonal Selection – Shikizakura Episode 3
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Seasonal Selection – 86 Episode 6
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Seasonal Selection – Ex-Arm Episode 2
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