Another amazing episode. Can’t praise the job OLM are doing on bringing this LN to life enough. Seen some people complaining about the animation style on this one, I loved it. Very fluid and constant motion. Really felt the emotion in all the scenes as a result.
Yuuki Aoi as usual has been incredible too. The emotion that she brought to the scene of Maomao slapping the attendant and telling her about the poison was so good. Considering how chill Maomao normally is, seeing her get upset like that was definitely cool. That slap was felt thru the screen.
Not only did she get her health back on track, but Maomao was able to give Lihua a few tricks to keep the emperor coming back too lol. Gotta use what you’ve been given. Great episode
I'm watching it only cause of the cast and emotional plot. Fight choreography ain't the best.
#5 - My New Boss Is Goofy
Legit laughed out loud a lot watching the first episode. It's too hilariously cute. Saw the JP dub video of the manga scene where they meet the cat. Can't wait to see that part get animated.
Love the OP and ED. The new baddies look interesting enough. The other two teams are finally here. I'm honestly excited to see this back.
#3 - SPY X FAMILY S2
The show everyone and their pets praise the hell outta. With a movie as well!? I mean everything about this breathes style so ... I'll still watch it but I want plot twists, reveals, and such galore.
#2 - Paradox Live The Animation
It's THE music anime show. First episode exploded my expectations. Know nada about this series. Visuals, music, this has set my standards for the ideal music anime.
#1 - Jujutsu Kaisen S2
S2 has changed my outlook on JJK as a whole. Manga spoilers too. Especially on Gojo & Geto. And Shibuya Arc is on now and so much chaos is gonna go down ... To the point where I'm writing JJK content a lot nowadays like on my side blog on here; Queen Endless. Check it out if ya want to read Gojo Geto Goge x Reader content. Imma try putting out more 🔞 content inspired by the Shibuya arc on there.
This is honestly a loaded season full of new shows based on relatively new manga. Lots to look forward to
Spy x Family - Season 2
One of the most fun SJ series that have come out in a while. Season 1 was killer, high hopes for season 2.
Goblin Slayer 2
I didn't realize they were even making a second season. This was such a killer series. I'm really hoping they don't fall into the many mid-tier fantasy tropes out there in anime right now. I thought the appeal of the show was really Goblin Slayer himself and less about the lackeys along the way. So we'll see how it goes.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
This is definitely one of my highly anticipated series. It's about an elf who was part of the Hero's party and her life after he dies. (Since elves live longer) Definitely a darker take on fantasy but has some really solid fantasy and adventure vibes.
Rising of the Shield Hero - Season 3
Season 2 was pretty disappointing and slow. While this looks like it'll be more fast paced, it does look like a tournament arc of sorts. I know some aren't a fan of that kind of arc, but honestly I think it's exactly what this series needs to pick things up again. We'll see.
The Faraway Paladin - Season 2
This was legitimately one of my favourite fantasy series. I thought it was really well written and didn't rush things like other series. I'm looking forward to this season.
Sequels/Continuations:
Eminence in Shadow - Season 2
killer series with an anti-hero main character. Definitely worth checking out.
After-School Hanako-Kun
Hanako-kun spin off
Dr. Stone Season 3 - Part 2
One of the best novel concept series with nothing else in it's genre to compare to. Definitely didn't drop the ball on the recent seasons and still worth watching.
Dead Mount Death Play - Part 2
One that I didn't particularly enjoy, but has a decent sized manga following.
Tokyo Revengers - Tenjiku Arc
The continuation of the series. Might be just me but it feels like the series fell off after the first season.
The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent - Season 2
A more mature take on fantasy isekai that just started to get into romance at the end of last season. A solid combo of shoujo genres.
The Ancient Magus' Bride - Season 2 Part 2
One that I haven't had a change to check out yet but have only heard good things about.
Hypnosismic - Season 2
a weirdly addictive musical/rap series. Unique characters and honestly solid rap battles. One I'll be enjoying.
-- Related - Paradox Live - Music battle with what looks to be the same style of animation and solid character design. Definitely worth looking at if you're a fan of Hypmic.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse
A sequel of SDS. Looks like it could be a fun watch for the fans of the series.
New:
Shangri La Frontier
A new manga fantasy series. This may be a horrible way to describe but it is what it is - a new age SAO- full dive fantasy game. A gamer who only plays shit games, gets into a new massively popular MMORPG and is op.
One that I'm excited for because it ticks all the fantasy game boxes I like.
Undead Unluck
A relatively new manga series that gained a lot of traction in the last year or two. A gory action comedy that's super chaotic and a lot of fun.
Shy
Brand new hero manga series about a shy girl and her anxieties and struggles going into the hero world who grows and gains confidence as she becomes a better hero.
Ron Kamonohashi's Forbidden Deductions
This is a manga series that I have kept forgetting the name of so never got a chance to read but all the covers for the manga look phenomenal. Likely the anime doesn't do him justice but it is what it is. Essentially sherlock in anime form. A PI with issues and the wholesome police detective work together to solve crime.
Other New Series:
Green - Fantasy
Pink - Romance
Red - Action
Purple - Drama
The Kingdoms of Ruins
A world where witches were hunted down by humans as science surpassed magic. A kid who was raised by a witch swears revenge on mankind.
This honestly looks solid. The animations are very cool looking and the mc seems to be an anti-hero. Will be looking at this one.
Under Ninja
A well known manga series about modern ninjas. Definitely a unique series for this season.
The Apothecary Diaries
A historical medical mystery show. I've heard the name before and I've also only heard good things. Will be worth a watch.
A Girl & Her Guard Dog
The granddaughter of a crime syndicate goes to highschool out of town and the current young boss lies his way into the same school.
Would be cute romance if it weren't for the fact she's 15 and he's 26..
Butareba - The Story of a Man Turned into a Pig
What the title says. A girl finds him and the story goes from there.
I'm Giving the Disgraced Noble Lady I Rescued a Crash Course in Naughtiness
The usual light novel title. Honestly, doesn't seem as yikes as I initially thought, might just be harmless breaking the rules kinda thing. Could be fun, also a Capybara that strikes fear into people's hearts.
My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer
Looks like a wholesome series where an adventurer finds a baby, raises it and she becomes so strong she's busy working all the time. Just a cute father daughter relationship in a fantasy setting about her wanting to come take time to see him but being caught up in OP fantasy battles.
Ragna Crimson
Dragons vs Humanity - a human and a dragon team up to destroy all the dragons. Action fantasy series.
Berserk of Gluttony
I honestly added this because I thought it was hilarious. Looks like a combo of knock offs - the Gluttony skill from Tensura (reincarnated as a slime) and the mc being called Fate with the main girl who looks exactly like Sabre. I'll be skipping but its' here so you know.
This is without a doubt the oddest anime I’ve ever seen and it’s great. The Pyjama is one of the most bizarre scene in any medium I’ve seen this year.
The whole sneaking around the home and finding the wigs, theorising that the parents are trying to cut their hair etc etc was just hilarious. For such smart kids, their lack of social interaction and familiar background really shows lmao.
The way the mom started acting during the party I did start to think there might be something a little sus going on, but nope, just a nice older couple trying to give their son a new home.
Looks like my biggest concern, the plot progression, will be addressed starting next week as now the twins have a goal. Tracking down their mother.