Here we are at the back half of In/Spectre – the vaunted Steel Lady Nanase Arc. Even a cursory glance at the show’s artwork would reveal how central our faceless (but boobiful) idol is to this show. Is it worth the majority of the season though? Let’s find out! You won’t have to wait long … Continue reading In/Spectre – 09-12 [Steel Lady Nanase Arc] The post In/Spectre – 09-12 [Steel Lady Nanase Arc] appeared first on Star Crossed Anime.
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