The supernatural anime genre has long been dominated by demons and exorcists, which is in part why anime has become so popular around the world. When it comes to exorcist and demon anime, it’s hard to beat Blue Exorcist (Ao no Exorcist). The idea of Blue Exorcist, like many other successful supernatural anime series, has …
Komi Can’t Communicate Episode 1 Review
Have you ever wanted to speak up in a group but never found the courage to do so? For anyone that’s had that issue, you’ll quickly relate to Komi from Komi Can’t Communicate. Despite the outward appearance of grace and sophistication, she’s a high school girl who can’t get over her anxiety and make friends. …
Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc Episode 2 Review
Any optimism that I had from the first episode of this mini-series has been dashed. Demon Slayer Mugen Train arc episode 1 had me hoping that we would get a more fleshed out version of the Demon Slayer movie. We were given the events prior to Rengoku getting on the Mugen train after all. After …
Kingdom 3 – 26 (Season Finale)
First things first – or last things first, if you like. As with Mairimashita! Iruma-kun, the announcement of a continuation for Kingdom was not too much of a surprise. In this case you’re taking about a series that’s never going to make a fortune as an anime – disc sales and merchandising and concerts are …
Second Impressions – Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Ressha-Hen
So just to reiterate, I haven’t seen the movie version of Mugen Train, so I have no idea how it differs from what we’re seeing here. I know (because it was mentioned in the comments) that last week’s premiere was “new”, but I’m assuming this one segues into the movie material in some form. For …
Second Impressions – Saihate no Paladin
I certainly wouldn’t say I’ve been wowed by the first two episodes of Saihate no Paladin. However, if I were to try and encapsulate them in one word – especially the second – it would be “patient”. And that, frankly, is pretty unusual for any LN, never mind an isekai. One trait these series tend …