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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Anime's 4th Promo Video Previews New Arc

Mar 4, 19:15

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New arc debuts with 9th episode on March 7 ― The official website for the television anime of Rifujin na Magonote's Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation light novel series began streaming a fourth promotional video for the anime on Thursday. The video highlights the new arc that will start in the ninth episode, which will air on March 7. The site had recently announced three new cast members that ap...

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The Apothecary Diaries LN 1

Mar 4, 15:00

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Since Maomao, although ultimately well-intentioned, is somewhat abrasive, having a bit of a break from her not only allows a more in-depth understanding of the plot, it also can feel like a minor vacation from her thoughts. ― The original light novel of Natsu Hyuuga's The Apothecary Diaries is unusual in that its pacing is actually faster than that of the manga adaptation. What that means is that the...

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This Week in Anime - The Politics and Antics in Log Horizon

Mar 4, 13:00

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After six long years, Log Horizon is back to turn isekai tropes on his head. Sure, you could go on a magic-fueled power fantasy, but why not try to run an election campaign featuring someone named "Krusty" instead? ― After six long years, Log Horizon is back to turn isekai tropes on his head. Sure, you could go on a magic-fueled power fantasy, but why not try to run an election campaign featuring so...

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Sasaki and Miyano GN 1

Mar 3, 16:23

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It would have been nice to have a longer book because the story really is engaging, but this feels like one of those series where you take what you can get – because despite some missteps, what you get is a very enjoyable book. ― From the synopsis on the back cover of the book or on any number of retail websites, the first volume of Sasaki and Miyano seems rife with pitfalls. Not only is it about a b...

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PREVIEW: Story Of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town

Mar 3, 15:07

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Your relationship with the people of Olive Town is the game's real heart; that's what has given the brand the strength to carry on over all these years without getting lost in a sea of generic sim games. ― While downloading Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town, I realized something: I've never actually played a Harvest Moon/Story of Seasons game. I'm familiar with the concept, mostly because it w...

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'So I'm a Spider, So What?' Manga Artist Praises the 'Vulgarity' of Mushoku Tensei's Setting

Mar 3, 13:45

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'In Mushoku's case, sex is depicted frankly as a matter of course.' ― On Sunday, Asahiro Kakashi, who draws the manga adaptation of Okina Baba's So I'm a Spider, So What? (Kumo desuga, nanika?) novels, posted a popular Twitter thread on Sunday effusively praising the world and storytelling of Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation. In particular, they praised the series' "affirmation of vulgarity" and...

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Berserk of Gluttony GN 1

Mar 2, 15:00

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But while Fate and Roxy are both appealing characters that are easy to sympathize with, neither of them is the standout character of the first volume: That honor falls to Greed, a sentient sword. ― This first volume of Berserk of Gluttony is all about building the world and establishing the characters. Society in this Western fantasy world is organized around the special skills people are born with. ...

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This Week in Anime - What Makes Horimiya The Best Rom-Com in Years?

Mar 2, 14:06

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Horimiya has all the makings of a typical high school romance, but it stands out thanks to stellar direction, expert character writing, and a story that isn't afraid to go beyond handholding. Steve and Jean-Karlo discuss what sets the series apart. ― Horimiya has all the makings of a typical high school romance, but it stands out thanks to stellar direction, expert character writing, and a story tha...

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The ANN Aftershow - Down with the Eldian Empire!

Mar 2, 12:00

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An explosion rocks Paradis to its core as Armin and Mikasa learn there are insurrectionists in their midst — and they've chosen Eren as their figurehead. Lynzee, Jacki, and James discuss if Eren can even be considered a hero anymore. ― The ANN Aftershow - Attack on Titan Episode 71 - Down with the Eldian Empire! An explosion rocks Paradis to its core as Armin and Mikasa learn there are insurrectioni...

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Attack on Titan The Final Season ‒ Episode 12

Mar 1, 22:30

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"Do you know how to tell a good lie? Sometimes, you've gotta mix the truth into it."

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Shonen Jump's Naruto: Ninja Arena Art Contest

Mar 1, 16:35

Draw the Naruto gang playing games and you could win a huge Japanime Games game package. ― Japanime Games is bringing Shonen Jump's Naruto: Ninja Arena, complete set to North America. To celebrate this awesome game coming to our shores, we're running an art contest! Create your interpretation of the Naruto gang playing a board game. Any game you want, it could be Naruto Ninja: Arena, it could be Go,...

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Dear NOMAN GN 1

Mar 1, 15:00