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Turkey!-Time to Strike- ‒ Episode 9
This episode felt like a culmination of everything I love about this anime.
Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra ‒ Episode 9
At its core, this week’s episode was nothing if not full of head pats.
Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE ‒ Episode 21
The tension here comes not necessarily from “oh no, everyone is dead, how terrible,” but from “yeah, okay, despite all the murderings we know they're somehow going to get out of this, but how?”
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 ‒ Episode 9
Wow, I felt almost nothing but irritation while watching this episode.
Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube ‒ Episode 10
Any object loved and appreciated enough will develop its own sense of self.
DAN DA DAN Season 2 ‒ Episode 21
As we all know by now, a slightly-below-incredible episode of this show that is mostly focused on introducing new characters and setting up future plot points is still going to be a hell of a time.
New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT ‒ Episode 9
Instead of a neutral character combo, it seems the team stumbled into the most potent crack-ship possible in this show. It has to be healthier than Kneesocks hooking up with her sister.
This Week in Anime - The Best Manga in Young Magazine—U.S. Edition
Could English-language manga magazines be poised to make a comeback? Chris and Coop aren't sure, but Kodansha's English issue of Young is still a lot of fun!
― Could English-language manga magazines be poised to make a comeback? Chris and Coop aren't sure, but Kodansha's English issue of Young is still a lot of fun! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are...
Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon Season 2 ‒ Episode 10
All known immediate threats have been handled. So, what do our heroes decide to do? Take part in a beauty pageant, of course.
Clevatess ‒ Episode 10
The general was a good man once, too, and his friendship with Margo was truly a prime source of their incredible strength.
There's No Freaking Way I'll Be Your Lover! Unless... ‒ Episode 9
Unlike previous plotlines, this has the potential to be a good arc for another potential love interest while also being a good arc for Renako herself.
Call of the Night Season 2 ‒ Episode 9
Anko is Not Okay.
Sword of the Demon Hunter ‒ Episode 21
Forget the technical issues with this episode's roll-out, I was annoyed with how much of a squib it was.
Witch Watch ‒ Episode 22
There isn't really anything off about how this week's shorts have been adapted, but I do wish they'd picked some better ones to place together.
This Week in Anime - Over Hype and Anime Stagnation
Steve and Lucas dissect what's really going on in the anime industry and what needs to change—and how elf ears are an indispensable part of the deal.
― Steve and Lucas dissect what's really going on in the anime industry and what needs to change—and how elf ears are an indispensable part of the deal. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views o...
My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 ‒ Episode 21
Creating a situation where Marin is potentially forced to confront somebody who just straight up doesn't like her could be interesting.
Sakamoto Days ‒ Episode 19
We'll have to see how well the show manages to deliver on all these looming threads, but there's at least enough here to work with to help this season go out with a bang
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Game Review
The sheer variety on display is catnip for people who love tinkering with robots, and you'll have plenty to chew throw once you have your perfect mechanical soldier.
― The original Daemon X Machina was a fun mech battle game, but it unfortunately passed by most audiences without much notice. Developer First Studio took stock of the situation and did everything in their power to ensure that their sequ...
Ruri Rocks ‒ Episode 9
The slideshow of saucy setups is punctuated with lovingly grounded animation of Nagi hammering apart rocks while wearing said maid outfit, as the Ruri Rocks crew are, above all, creators of culture.
Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 ‒ Episode 19
We just haven’t spent as much time with Ichikawa in the past, and in the present, there is no one in much immediate danger either.
CITY The Animation ‒ Episode 9
You’d think by now CITY would be out of tricks, but no, it’s still finding new ways to impress both visually and emotionally nine episodes in.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1141
Here we get to see the joyful, destructive goofballery of that idea in action as Dorry and Brogy's giants rip apart the navy and marines without so much as a scratch.
Secrets of the Silent Witch ‒ Episode 9
Casey wants to make her exile easier on Monica—tries to goad Monica into replacing her sadness with hate or apathy. But, unfortunately, that's not the kind of person Monica is.
Gachiakuta ‒ Episodes 7-8
Rudo's first job is in the bag, he's an official member of the Cleaners, and he is beginning to reap the rewards of his new position, such as the crew of cool new friends and access to all of the decadent sweets he can eat.
Mechanical Marie Volume 1 Manga Review
Only one volume in, I’m already rooting for Marie and Arthur’s future happiness together.
― With an absurd premise that requires suspension of disbelief on several levels, Mechanical Marie is nevertheless a delightfully sweet and funny high society romcom that I thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish, leaving me eagerly anticipating not only the remaining five volumes in this short series, but also ...
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus ‒ Episode 9
To Himeji, love is something others do to her—not something she does to others.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity ‒ SERIES PREMIERE
This is a situation that's just begging to be shaken up. Assumptions run rampant in this episode, and only two people are trying to see beyond them.
To Be Hero X ‒ Episode 22
While Nice does the right thing, he does it in the wrong way. Deep down, part of him is still trying to accomplish Shand's original plan—if only half-heartedly.
From The First Slam Dunk to ELECEED: DandeLion Animation Studio CEO Kazuhiro Nishikawa
We spoke with the studio CEO behind the critically-acclaimed The First Slam Dunk to find out more about their next project: the 2D-3D hybrid anime ELECEED.
― DandeLion Studios has been around for almost 20 years. You may know them as the production company responsible for the critically acclaimed movie The First Slam Dunk or the Oscar-nominated film Magic Candies. The studio's CEO, Kazuhiro Nishikawa...
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 ‒ Episode 21
I did not put money down on Teru becoming the funniest character in the show, but I really should have.
The Brilliant Healer's New Life in the Shadows Anime Series Review
This is one of those shows that is more than the sum of its parts. While it uses clichés left and right, it almost always goes beyond them to add an extra layer or two.
― Much of The Brilliant Healer's New Life in the Shadows is cliché to say the least. We have a standard Western fantasy world, an overpowered hero who doesn't realize he isn't normal, and a harem of demi-human girls all vying for his ...
With You and the Rain ‒ Episode 9
At long last, an episode of With You and the Rain that will get my sister to shut up about how Kimi doesn’t have visible eyes!
Bad Girl ‒ Episode 9
While this episode doesn't quite bring some of the simmering character dynamics to the surface of the show in the way I was hoping, episode 9 of Bad Girl gave me enough of a taste to stave off that appetite at least.
Anne Shirley ‒ Episode 20
Even if Anne does change her heart later, that doesn't invalidate what she feels now, and very few people are hearing that.
Brain Damage Manga Review
If you like Junji Ito, it’s a good time to discover Shintaro Kago as well.
― All short story collections are mixed bags. That's not a pejorative statement about short stories by any means; it's simply the nature of the beast. Brain Damage, a collection of four horror tales by manga creator Shintaro Kago, defines this tendency. When it's good, it's very good, playing with horror and comedy in equal me...
Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE ‒ Episode 20
In a rare nod to plausibility, it turns out no, actually three teenage fighters aren’t a match for an organized team of professional soldiers armed with semi-automatic firearms.
Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube ‒ Episode 9
When humans no longer need to strive for what makes them happy, they become lazy.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 ‒ Episode 8
The irony about this arc is that the constant focus on Raphtalia really emphasizes how little her presence has become since season two.
Best New K-Comics to Read in August
Whether you're looking for a romcom, the world's scariest dating sim, or an unusual shapeshifter, browse our picks for what to read this August to make the transition to fall a little easier.
― As the summer winds down, it's the perfect time to settle in with some easy, engaging reads. K-Comics sites have plenty to offer in the usual variety of genres, with a definite emphasis on tales of the ghostly...
Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact Game Review
If you're getting into Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact, then you have to know you're doing it purely for the love of the game.
― Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact is a frenetic and often fun fighting game experience, but the mix of modern and classical fighting game sensibilities makes it such an acquired taste that it is likely too unique a brew for most people to enjoy. While this review experienced a slight...
This Week in Games - Laboring LaDS
Love and Deepspace is too hot to ignore, former CAPCOM alums are starting a new studio, Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius shutters, and more Romancing SaGa is on the way!
― Welcome back, folks! Our Power Rangers charity stream last weekend was a success! It was such a blast to roleplay with the folks, fun times all around. I also took the opportunity to join some folks for an anime trivia night at a local ...
Anime Dubs as Good as Cowboy Bebop
Cowboy Bebop may be the gold standard of English dubs, but it's hardly alone. There are plenty of shows that make the case for watching in English. Our editorial staff shares some of their favorites.
― Cowboy Bebop may be the gold standard of English dubs, but it's hardly alone. While some fans prefer subs over dubs, there are plenty of shows that make the case for watching in English. Our editorial...
Producers Talk Shop about Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Game
Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian banked on the franchise's history, and now it's making the transition from a mobile game to a full-fledged console RPG.
― With its magic shops and the many Alchemists who run them, Gust's Atelier series has quietly continued over the decades as a fan-favorite thanks to its charming characters and comfortable atmosphere. Atelier Resleriana: Th...
DAN DA DAN Season 2 ‒ Episode 20
The show can now pivot back to sitcom mode and let us bask in the glory that is 'Evil Eye Steals Jiji's Body to Go to School and Do Other Normal Stuff, Except Like an Insane Freak.' It is glorious.
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Summer 2025, Aug 19-25
Call of the Night and Anne Shirley see their best episodes yet, but it's not enough to move the top 10 cumulative. Below #10 everything is shifting around though.
― Let's have a look at what ANN readers consider the best (and worst) of the season,
based on the polls you can find in our Daily Streaming Reviews
and on the Your Score page with the latest simulcasts. Keep in mind that these rankings are...
Kill Blue Volumes 1-2 Manga Review
By its second volume, Kill Blue isn’t quite as good as it started.
― There are a lot of stories about second chances spanning all demographics of manga, anime, and light novels. In most of those cases, the protagonist of the story desperately wants a chance to go back and fix a mistake or rectify a problem, and many others wallow in the nostalgic notion that life was somehow better in high school. Bu...
Turkey!-Time to Strike- ‒ Episode 8
Why did anime stop ending episodes on dramatic stills? It’s so cool. We should bring this back.
Intern Annika - The ANN 25th Anniversary Special - The Cure is Pretty
Can one magical intern defeat The Blade of Michelob?
― Surprise, it's a special comic celebrating Anime News Network's 25th anniversary. Artist Robin Sevakis returned to draw a short series of comics focusing on Anime News Network's mascots of the past and present and what would happen if they all met. Enjoy the finale to the limited comic run! How will Azure turn the tide against her most formidabl...
New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT ‒ Episode 8
Seeking to answer the question of "What would a Panty & Stocking musical look and sound like?" yields…basically the precise answer you would expect, but it's no less stunning in its execution for that.
Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon Season 2 ‒ Episode 9
You don't burn a forest just because you're evil. You do it as part of a bigger plan.
Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra ‒ Episode 8
For a series that’s trying so hard to be dark and brutal, it’s really been severely lacking in the gore department until now.
Clevatess ‒ Episodes 8-9
With every passing week, Clevatess continues to up the ante and deliver one of the most consistently entertaining and considered adventures of the season.
There's No Freaking Way I'll Be Your Lover! Unless... ‒ Episode 8
If Mai was taken out of the show, then I think everything would be much better, but the problem is that if you take her out, then there wouldn't be a show because everything revolves around her actions.
This Week in Anime - American Manga Awards 2025
The winners of the American Manga Awards are in! Coop and Lucas take a look at them and share their thoughts.
― The winners of the American Manga Awards are in! Coop and Lucas take a look at them and share their thoughts. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network. Executive editor Lynzee Loveridge is a judge for the Ameri...
mono Anime Series Review
mono is an anime where the slice of life is done right, and makes for a worthy successor of its sibling series Yuru Camp.
― When I shipped up to Anime Boston this year, I distinctly remember a big banner advertising mono on display for any ongoers mozying their way up the escalator. Its display almost seemed boastful, as if it wanted to swallow people going further and further up the escalator with m...
Tower of God Creator SIU Looking Back on the Series a Decade Later
Since its debut, the series has evolved into a full-fledged franchise, with adaptations in anime, mobile games, and other formats. Despite its immense popularity worldwide, its creator, SIU, had never met his North American fans in person before.
― Tower of God, one of the most iconic titles on WEBTOON, has captivated global readers with over 1.3 billion cumulative views. Since its debut, the series ...
This Week in Anime - Sekiro, AI, and Auteur Directors
As Steve says, "A studio does not make an anime. People make anime." But what tools should those people be using? Chris and Steve discuss.
― As Steve says, "A studio does not make an anime. People make anime." But what tools should those people be using? Chris and Steve discuss. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network.S...
The Summer Hikaru Died ‒ Episode 8
The consequences of their actions (and inactions) haunt both Hikaru and Yoshiki in unsettlingly direct ways.
To Sir, Without Love: I'm Divorcing You Novel Review
If you’re looking for true love, it’s in short supply in this series – in a healthy way, at least.
― Last year, I reviewed the first volume of the manga adaptation of To Sir, Without Love: I'm Divorcing You. I said at the time that the story was somewhat uncomfortable, and that, paradoxically, it would have benefited from being slightly more explicit, and that I was curious to read the original light...
Sword of the Demon Hunter ‒ Episode 20
It's not a visually impressive or varied episode, just a standard dark rainy night of the soul, yet it conveys its main idea well.
Sakamoto Days ‒ Episode 18
Any proper exam arc in a battle shonen needs a wild card, and where Hunter x Hunter gave us Hisoka, this show gives us Kanaguri.
Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 ‒ Episode 18
Kafka hasn’t been in this season much at all, and with the way Reno’s musings are framed, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Kafka was straight up dead.
With You and the Rain ‒ Episode 8
Although it's made up of the same short-segment format as the rest of the series, episode eight brings everything together.
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 ‒ Episode 20
For as much as this is a show about the supernatural, its beating heart is the ties that bind us together—through family, friendship, and romantic love.
CITY The Animation ‒ Episode 8
My partner once described this show as feeling like it was “made by someone who never had anything bad happen to them,” and I can't help but agree.
My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 ‒ Episode 20
The dialogue and reactions were definitely the highlights of this episode.
Witch Watch ‒ Episode 21
This proves something that anime has exploited for years: you can sell any personality type, no matter how weird or terrible, so long as you put a cute girl in front of it.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus ‒ Episode 8
Sakuta is basically in panic mode after hearing about Mai being in danger.
Farewell, Daisy: Jun Mayuzuki Short Story Collection Manga Review
Mayuzuki’s sheer unpredictability and gleefully ribald storytelling are a breath of fresh air.
― Jun Mayuzuki is one of my current favorite manga authors, mainly for her most recent work on the still-ongoing Kowloon Generic Romance (the excellent single-season anime adaptation concluded only last season). I jumped at the chance to review this collection of her early manga work, some of which predate ...
Call of the Night Season 2 ‒ Episode 8
Miyuki Sawashiro is the episode's MVP. She adapts her voice deftly to all of Kyoko's moods and gives a thoroughly affecting performance.
Answerman - Why is Demon Slayer So Popular in Japan?
What's the secret behind Demon Slayer's intense popularity? According to experts, it's a lot of things.
― Lynzee asks: “Why is Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime and manga so popular in Japan?” Demon Slayer is popular in Japan for the same reasons it is popular everywhere else, and that is a good thing because not many of my Japan-based anime industry friends wanted to comment either on or off the...
Secrets of the Silent Witch ‒ Episode 8
This is not to say that Casey didn't like Monica—but you can absolutely both like a person and use them.
Ruri Rocks ‒ Episode 8
Appropriate for a show about sedimentary studies, there are layers to the interactions going on, and it's fulfilling to just kick back and observe all of them.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Game Review
If you've never played a farm sim before, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar might be a great place to start.
― There's a major difficulty when it comes to reviewing Story of Seasons games: they're slow. Moment-to-moment gameplay is repetitive (you're doing the same tasks daily over and over), the game can take a long time to throw new wrinkles in the formula at you, and even fervent playing means that i...
Influencers Gigguk, Dillon Goo, and OtakuVS On Making Their Own Anime
One might scoff at the notion: “Influencers are making anime now?” Such reductive thinking conflicts with the reality that the lines between industry professionals and content creators have been steadily blurring.
― GeeXPlus made waves here at Anime Expo by announcing GeeXProductions, a new IP division. As an internet influencer talent agency, GeeXPlus has been a supportive home for a range of varie...
To Be Hero X ‒ Episode 21
Dragon Boy’s real fighting style is psychological. His whole persona—his personality and appearance—is designed to get the most out of his powers.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Game Review
This a must-play game for both existing Shinobi fans and newcomers alike.
― Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is the perfect balance between modern sensibilities and nostalgia, making it one of the best action-platformer games of 2025. This will inevitably gain comparisons to Koei Tecmo and The Game Kitchen's Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound which was released last year due to both utilizing similar ninja archetypes,...
The Twelve Kingdoms: Shadow of the Moon, Shadow of the Sea Novel Review
Whether you read the old English editions or missed them, it's worth picking this up, because you don't have to be an isekai fan (modern or otherwise) to appreciate a book this good.
― The isekai genre has taken a hit in recent years. For many, the term has become inextricably linked with storytelling shortcuts, male power fantasies, villainesses, and other tropes that have become so paper-thin from ...
Bad Girl ‒ Episode 8
This season of Bad Girl will have a very strong finish if the following episodes can keep up this caliber of grounded character writing and execution on the relationship drama.
Anne Shirley ‒ Episode 19
Death has been on the periphery of Anne’s story from the start.
I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! Anime Series Review
This is an anime defined by its crazy tonal dissonance that vacillates between light-hearted/sexual comedy and over-the-top grimdark tragedy.
― I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! is an anime defined by its tonal dissonance. On one hand, it's the light-hearted tale of a man reincarnated in a sci-fi world who is determined to become an evil galactic overlord. However, the trick is that he's ...
Double the Trouble, Twice as Nice Volume 1 Manga Review
In its first volume, Ichino's series is a lot of silly fun, utilizing familiar genre beats and making them enjoyable, even if they're nothing new.
― Ryo Ichino's Double the Trouble, Twice as Nice is, more or less, a combination of two familiar manga romance tropes: the adult who turns into a child and the hot guy pet. English-language readers will probably best remember them from Matsuri Hino's MeruP...
This Week in Games - Kirby + Air = Rider(s)
Kirby is back, riding to glory in a sequel decades in the making. Also news about the Tales of... remasters and Shenmue III for all your nostalgia needs.
― Welcome back, folks! Hey, so, I wanna be honest about something for a minute: I put effort into giving credit to a lot of offbeat titles—obscure RPGs or simulation games or visual novels. A lot of that was my bread-and-butter growing up, and it st...
Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE ‒ Episode 19
The doujins, as they say, write themselves.
Bringing K-Comics to the Next Generation: Inside Ink Pop's Vision for Young Readers
As manga and manhwa surge in global popularity, Penguin Random House launched Ink Pop—a new imprint bringing age-appropriate manga, manhwa, and webtoons to young readers.
― As manga and manhwa surge in global popularity, Penguin Random House has launched Ink Pop—a new imprint dedicated to bringing age-appropriate manga, manhwa, and webtoons to young readers in the U.S. The line, which debuted this su...
Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon Season 2 ‒ Episode 8
It feels like a bit too much of the original novel was left on the cutting room floor in this episode.
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Summer 2025, Aug 12-18
Panty & Stocking bounce back from the previous week's stumble to take #1, just a hair ahead of The Summer Hikaru Died. Find out how your favorite shows fared in our weekly user rankings.
― Let's have a look at what ANN readers consider the best (and worst) of the season,
based on the polls you can find in our Daily Streaming Reviews
and on the Your Score page with the latest simulcasts. Keep in mind...
Short Game: Mitsuru Adachi's High School Baseball Collection Manga Review
Mitsuru Adachi’s short and sweet baseball anthology is an absolute home run!
― While piecing together Slam Dunk's English publication history last year, I spoke with a few industry veterans about the challenges faced by sports titles in the North American market. One of those experienced pros was Ed Chavez, the publisher of Denpa. As we chatted about these sports-specific hurdles, Chavez and his team...
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 ‒ Episode 7
Wow, that was one of the fastest and most effective revolutions I've ever seen!
Intern Annika - The ANN 25th Anniversary Special - Constant Reckless Barrage Smash Attack!
Can Jadress hold her own against this formidable foe, or will they need to call in back-up?
― Surprise, it's a special comic celebrating Anime News Network's 25th anniversary. Artist Robin Sevakis returned to draw a short series of comics focusing on Anime News Network's mascots of the past and present and what would happen if they all met. Enjoy a new comic each Thursday for the next week! In which...
New PANTY & STOCKING with GARTERBELT ‒ Episode 7
With the Angel Brothers now properly introduced, the show has the means to deliver a boys' night out. For the homies. Guys being dudes. Bros chilling in a car, five feet apart because they're not—
This Week in Anime - Song of the Summer
There may not be a Top 40 "song of the summer" for 2025, but Coop and Chris have some good anime options!
― There may not be a Top 40 "song of the summer" for 2025, but Coop and Chris have some good anime options! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the participants in this chatlog are not the views of Anime News Network.Spoiler Warning for discussion of the series ahead. Undead Murder F...
Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra ‒ Episode 7
I love an anime where our protagonist(s) isn’t necessarily the good guy.
Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube ‒ Episode 8
OpenAI may wish to take some pointers from this episode and start murdering a few of their engineers to harness the unlimited compute power of their souls.
Turkey!-Time to Strike- ‒ Episode 7
If this episode is testament to anything, it’s that this is an anime where you should never take things at face value.
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Minor Myths and Legends Volume 2 Novel Review
Minor Myths and Legends’ second volume may not be quite as fascinating as the first, but it’s still a good read.
― Any creative writing teacher worth their salt will tell you that a writer needs to know eighty percent more about the story's world than the reader does. The reason is that the author knowing all the details about their world allows them to write a story where everything makes sense, eve...
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