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My Hero Academia Season 7 ‒ Episode 158
I'm writing this review with tears in my eyes.
Uzumaki ‒ Episode 2
Uzumaki's real nightmare is its production.
2.5 Dimensional Seduction ‒ Episode 14
The real star of this week's episode was the final sequence where Nonoa confronts her inner self.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 ‒ SEASON FINALE
It's a blessing that Season 3 has been officially announced, but with an ending teaser like this, it's going to feel like a very long wait.
The Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide
The Everything Goes School of Martial Arts is now in session with the RANMA 1/2 reboot! Also: You are Ms. servant, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, Blue Exorcist: Beyond the Snow Saga, Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, BLUE LOCK 2nd Season and more!
― Welcome to Anime News Network's Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide! Here's how it goes: our team of critics writes up their impressions instantly, to be ...
Tonbo! Season 1 Anime Series Review
While Tonbo! isn’t an outright terrible show, it fails at making golf feel exciting and giving the audience much outside of that, both of which make for one of the dullest sports anime I’ve ever sat through.
― There are two things that I should probably mention here. The first is that I'm not much of a sports guy. I don't dislike sports per se, and I enjoy watching football and basketball games on oc...
Go! Princess Precure Episodes 26-50 Anime Series Review
Go! Princess Pretty Cure is one of the strongest, if not the strongest, seasons to be officially released in English.
― With this second half of Go! Princess Pretty Cure, one thing becomes obvious: Haruka is a pillar of strength. While she didn't necessarily demonstrate that concretely in the first half, we can now see that she was internalizing a lot of what she learned and is now ready to share it ...
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Summer 2024
NieR recovers from its mid-season drop while The Elusive Samurai pays the price of slacking off in its last few episodes. Discover all the other last-minute surprises in the final ranking of the Summer 2024 season!
― 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 lat...
The Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide
It's been six long years, but SAO: GUN GALE ONLINE is back! Also read our reviews for How I Attended an All-Guy's Mixer, Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., Mecha-Ude, Blue Box, DAN DA DAN, and more!
― Welcome to Anime News Network's Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide! Here's how it goes: our team of critics writes up their impressions instantly, to be posted here as they go along. Each critic will cover as ...
The Fable Episodes 1-25 Anime Streaming Review
At turns utterly hilarious, before quickly becoming unbelievably tense and dramatic, I was never once bored by The Fable, even sometimes forgetting how ghastly the animation was.
― What is it about manga featuring ex-criminals attempting to go straight that attracts anime productions with such terrible animation quality? 2021's The Way of the Househusband became meme-worthy for its almost total absen...
Wistoria: Wand and Sword ‒ SEASON FINALE
Under different circumstances, I could see myself being interested in how all of this plays out, but mostly I'm left feeling slightly confused and underwhelmed.
Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram Anime Film Review
If I had to sum up this movie in one word, it would be insanity.
― If I had to sum up this movie in one word, it would be insanity. The Million-dollar Pentagram is a film that hits almost every single beat you want to experience in a high-octane action film. We have explosions, cameos from characters throughout the franchise, unlikely alliances as well as fun twists and turns at every corner. This is...
The Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide
Watch out for Turbo Granny, because DAN DA DAN is here! Check back for new anime previews right here.
― Welcome to Anime News Network's Fall 2024 Anime Preview Guide! Here's how it goes: our team of critics writes up their impressions instantly, to be posted here as they go along. Each critic will cover as many shows as they can handle, giving you alternate takes on almost every show. The guide is o...
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian: Interview with Sumire Uesaka as Alya
As part of ANN's exciting new partnership with Newtype magazine, we present an interview with Alya voice actor Sumire Uesaka!
― We're excited to share some great news! Anime News Network and the Newtype magazine are teaming up to bring selected Newtype articles to anime fans around the world! These articles, along with exclusive content and images from the magazine, will now be available globally. F...
The ANN Aftershow - The Uzumaki Anime is Almost Perfect
The Uzumaki anime is out, and the visuals and music live up to the hype. Still, one thing isn't quite right...also our two favorite shows of the season have come to an end, so join us as we discuss the final episodes of Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruction and Yatagarasu!
― The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening! The Uzumaki anime is out, and the visuals and music live up to the hype. Still, one th...
Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools ‒ SEASON FINALE
Jeremy Tauber closes out the last of Nick's final reviews. "The final moments of Dahlia in Bloom end on such an emotional note for me that it's almost too good for this series."
Mayonaka Punch ‒ SEASON FINALE
Caitlin closes out the last episode of Mayonaka Punch for Nicholas Dupree, reflecting on the series' dedication not to lean into platitudes.
My Hero Academia Season 7 ‒ Episode 157
This episode seems to mark the end of Dabi's story, and it's just as messy as I hoped it would be.
Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ‒ SEASON FINALE
It’s a strong finale, and plenty of folks are probably hoping this is not the end for the anime adaptation. But if this is the last entry, it’s not a bad one to go out on.
Vampire Dormitory Anime Series Review
Vampire Dormitory is a mess of popular shōjo tropes put together in a way that defies all good storytelling sense. It's also hilarious.
― Nakayoshi magazine has been home to some of the most influential shōjo manga series of all time: Princess Knight. Sailor Moon. Magic Knight Rayearth. The list goes on. The name is synonymous with shōjo; indeed, it is one of the oldest shōjo publications in existenc...
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest ‒ Episode 13
While this is a pretty simple episode compared to the last few we’ve gotten, it was the shot in the arm the show needed to make this arc exciting again.
The Elusive Samurai ‒ SEASON FINALE
What really matters, in the end, is that this episode gave the show one last chance to letting its cast of young killers cut loose and showcase its incredible animation and art direction.
MONOGATARI Series: OFF & MONSTER Season ‒ Episode 11
The overall point is to explore a bit more about Shinobu, her dual nature, and how she views Suicide Master.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 ‒ SEASON FINALE
We end this season where we all no doubt feel the most comfortable as Tensura fans: in a series of boardroom meetings.
Tower of God Season 2: Return of the Prince ‒ SEASON FINALE
My thoughts on the season overall? It was a letdown to the point where I honestly hope it doesn't get weekly reviews next season.
MF Ghost Season 1 Anime Series Review
MF Ghost is the Initial D you have at home: it may also be a racing anime set to a Eurobeat soundtrack, but it lacks the over-the-top fun of Initial D.
― If you're reading this review, and especially if you're an anime fan who was running in the 90s (that is the closest I can get to gracefully incorporating that phrase—I'm sorry, I tried my best), there's a pretty good chance you remember the iconic ...
Sakuna: Of Rice And Ruin ‒ SERIES FINALE
This is a pretty action packed finale, but compared to what came before, it kind of feels like it's going through the motions.
2.5 Dimensional Seduction ‒ Episode 13
Nonoa’s inability to express herself or connect to others based on her past hangups or cruel things people have said to her sets up a half dozen terrific little moments in this week’s episode.
Quality Assurance in Another World ‒ SEASON FINALE
This last episode of Quality Assurance in Another World came so close to being properly “Good” that it just makes me upset at all of the ways that the show has dropped the ball as this first season comes to a close.
NieR:Automata Ver 1.1a Season 2 ‒ SERIES FINALE
Is it the sublime poetry of the game's ending? No, obviously it is not. Is it good enough for this uncommonly excellent interpretation of a masterpiece video game? Sure, I'll go ahead and say, "Why not!”
Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included Anime Series Review
If there is one succinct way to sum up Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included, it's this: comfortably mid.
― If there is one succinct way to sum up Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included, it's this: comfortably mid. The show doesn't bother to reinvent the wheel; there's nothing too intriguing about its rom-com premise, and it ends up being the mishmash of iyashikei and harem you'd e...
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Summer 2024, Sep 16-22
Yatagarasu is dueling with Monogatari, and Spice & Wolf with Makeine. Please look forward to the final results coming up next week!
― 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 based on how people rated indi...
Go! Princess Precure Episodes 1-25 Anime Series Review
From a magical girl genre perspective, Go! Princess Pretty Cure has some fascinating elements.
― While all Pretty Cure series are tailored towards an audience of little girls, Go! Princess Pretty Cure is the one (of those legally available in English) that leans into that the most. With its themes of princesses and dreams and its double-layered transformations, it leans hard into ideas about what lit...
The Anime Backlog - Macross Plus
With only hazy memories from a satellite TV airing in the '90s, Lynzee takes her first full foray into Macross.
― While in New York last month, I had the opportunity to attend the Macross Plus movie screening with special guest Shōji Kawamori. I had not seen the film in its entirety before, although I'm somewhat sure I'd seen the climax on some satellite channel when I was about 12. I'm fairly confi...
The Staff of My Deer Friend Nokotan Were Shocked by Its Worldwide Popularity
With its horned protagonist, disturbingly realistic deer, and off-the-wall absurdist humor, My Deer Friend Nokotan has been one of the most popular shows—inside of Japan and out.
― With its horned protagonist, disturbingly realistic deer, and off-the-wall absurdist humor, My Deer Friend Nokotan has been one of the most popular shows of the Summer 2024 anime season—both inside of Japan and out. To fin...
Senpai is an Otokonoko ‒ SEASON FINALE
Rebecca closes out the series for Nick to both reflect on Makoto's journey and the importance of every body finding their own comfort.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 ‒ Episode 23
Peppered with significant moments and meaningful flashbacks all the way back to episode one, this penultimate episode of Oshi No Ko was nothing short of phenomenal.
The Fall 2024 Anime Trailer Watch Party is Live with Mother's Basement!
The Anime Trailer Watch Party starts in just 30 minutes! Tune in on YouTube, X, or on our home page to watch!
― The Anime Trailer Watch Party returns next week for another huge anime season! Find your next must-watch anime with Anime News Network executive editor Lynzee Loveridge, ANN video producer Jacki Jing, ANN reviewer James Beckett, and Mother's Basement's Geoff Thew as they watch over sixty tr...
Uzumaki ‒ Episode 1
I can assure horror and anime fans alike that this episode looks and sounds amazing. Its only fault is, unfortunately, a significant one; you can't speed-run the feeling of dread.
Shy Season 2 ‒ SEASON FINALE
Shy wraps up its second season with a tearful goodbye and a slightly awkward press conference.
My Hero Academia Season 7 ‒ Episode 156
AJ takes up the mantle for My Hero Academia reviews as the season's heroes and villains try to gain the upperhand.
Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf ‒ Episode 25
The season ends on an ironic yet appropriate note, with Holo adding a pinch of miraculous spice while Lawrence lets loose his inner wolfishness.
The Most Anticipated Anime of Fall 2024
The fall anime season is upon us! We have new seasons of big names like Re:Zero and DanMachi and new shows like Uzumaki and DAN DA DAN. Which are the ANN editorial team most excited about? Let's find out.
― Fall is upon us! And with the changing of the leaves comes a new season of anime to enjoy. On the one hand, we have new seasons of big names like Re:Zero and Danmachi. On the other, we have new s...
Director Hiroshi Nagahama, From Wicked City to Uzumaki
We sat down with the Uzumaki anime director to see what hints he could give us about the horror series before it premieres this weekend.
― On the screen in front of a crowded Otakon panel room, Director Hiroshi Nagahama shows a slide featuring the cover art for the 1987 film Wicked City, directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri of Studio Madhouse on the screen in front of a crowded Otakon panel room. Several a...
Anime First Impressions: Murai in Love
Murai in Love is leagues and leagues away from being one of the greats of the season. But for better or worse, it may end up being one of the more interesting ones.
― At first glance, Murai in Love seems like a romantic comedy without any of the comedy, or even the romance for that matter. Instead, what could have been the start of a bizarre comedy of errors turns into something that ends up just bei...
The Worst Anime of Summer 2024
While there were many great anime this season, there were also some... not so great ones. From the boring to the outright painful, here are the editorial team's picks for the worst anime of the summer 2024 season.
― While there were many great anime this season, there were also some... not so great ones. From the boring to the outright painful, here are the editorial team's picks for the worst anime...
VTuber Legend: How I Went Viral after Forgetting to Turn Off My Stream ‒ SERIES FINALE
The sincerely portrayed power of that reciprocal creative energy has regularly infused just enough rawness into what is, ostensibly, a very silly show.
Tower of God Season 2 ‒ Episode 12
You know, it's funny. The less “action” in this action anime, the better it is.
Bye Bye, Earth Season 1 Anime Series Review
On the surface, Bye Bye, Earth depicts a vibrant and colorful fantasy world – unfortunately, its story is plain baffling.
― When it comes to intentionally complicated storytelling, there's "good confusing" and "bad confusing." Complex works like Gene Wolf's celebrated SF novel The Book of the New Sun, David Lynch's legendary TV show Twin Peaks, or Hideaki Anno's incomparable Neon Genesis Evangelion a...
Narenare -Cheer for you!- ‒ SERIES FINALE
Well, I’ll give the show credit for one thing: this was a much less irritating finale than I was expecting.
MONOGATARI Series: OFF & MONSTER Season ‒ Episode 10
Last week, I complained that the episode suffered from what felt like playing a game of catch-up. Now I see that I had been caught in a carefully laid trap.
The Best Anime of Summer 2024
With summer at an end, the ANN editorial staff is back to break down our picks for the season's best anime. So, if you're looking for some new, recently completed anime to watch, this is the perfect place to start.
― With summer at an end, the ANN editorial staff is back to break down our picks for the season's best anime. So, if you're looking for some new, recently completed anime to watch, this i...
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 ‒ Episode 71
This episode shows us the beta test for the dungeon. Nothing more, nothing less.
From Indie to Pro: Make A Girl Anime Film Director Gensho Yasuda
Gensho Yasuda started creating quick animation clips on YouTube; now he's helming his own team to create his first feature film.
― Creator, director, scriptwriter—Gensho Yasuda started his creator journey online. He focused on what he could do on his own and shared his short animations with his growing audience on social media. He garnered attention on his YouTube channel with solo efforts featuring...
One Piece ‒ Episode 1120
Sabo being wounded and on the run made for a tense exfiltration/escape narrative.
Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction ‒ SEASON FINALE
No matter the timeline, Kadode and Ouran are destined to be together. This one thing is truly “absolute.”
Wistoria: Wand and Sword ‒ Episode 11
I came into this episode wanting Will to sword-murder the ever-loving Bejeesus out of a giant monster, and that's exactly what we got. Hell yeah.
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest ‒ Episode 12
Even being used to this series’ weird swerves I was surprised at just how many of them we got at once.
Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ‒ Episode 11
Dealing with other people’s interpersonal situations and trying to help - while you yourself are still involved in many of those same scenarios - can often be messy business.
KamiErabi GOD.app Season 1 Anime Series Review
Any potential KamiErabi possibly could've had has been thoroughly buried under heaps of atrocious writing, rigid CG, and underdeveloped characters.
― If I had a nickel for every death game series (that I've seen, at least) created by highly renowned creators with at least one other super famous/popular work, but then received abysmal reception, I'd have two nickels. Which isn't a lot, but it's weird ...
Sakuna: Of Rice And Ruin ‒ Episode 12
Even with how relaxed a show this is, this was a much quieter lead into the finale than I was expecting.
YATAGARASU: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master ‒ SERIES FINALE
Yatagarasu has known what it was doing from the beginning.
2.5 Dimensional Seduction ‒ Episode 12
The constant back and forth and mixed nature of what was on offer this week make it a so-so watch.
The Elusive Samurai ‒ Episode 11
What else is there to say? Our hero just whooped a grown man and his ragtag army into shape with booze-fueled supersonic butt bounces. It's genius.
NieR:Automata Ver 1.1a Season 2 ‒ Episode 23
What the anime of NieR: Automata has not been able to capture in these critical final moments is the way that the game makes its players complicit in the tragedy in a way that they could never be if they simply sat down and passively watched these events unfold from behind the safe veil of the fourth wall.
Quality Assurance in Another World ‒ Episode 12
There are still a lot of ideas and video game in-jokes to mine from this concept, and episodes like “The Diamond” prove that the series is perfectly capable of acting on them…when it feels like it, that is.
Senpai is an Otokonoko ‒ Episodes 10-11
The show has been good enough to earn my trust on this one, but I’m definitely hesitant as we enter its finale.
The Fall 2024 Anime Trailer Watch Party Returns with Mother's Basement!
The Anime Trailer Watch Party returns next week for another huge anime season! The stream will be live on Wednesday, September 25 at 6pm Pacific/9pm Eastern.
― The Anime Trailer Watch Party returns next week for another huge anime season! Find your next must-watch anime with Anime News Network executive editor Lynzee Loveridge, ANN video producer Jacki Jing, ANN reviewer James Beckett, and Mother's B...
This Life-Size Ainz Ooal Gown Statue is Only One of the Cool Things at the Overlord Exhibition in Tokyo
There's also original animation materials, photo spots, and tons of figures!
― To coincide with the release of the new movie, Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom, a limited-time Overlord gallery is now open to the public in Tokyo. Aptly named “Overlord Exhibition,” this art exhibition is filled with everything from animation keyframes and original light novel artwork to photo spots and life-size recreations...
The ANN Aftershow - The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening!
Aniplex made some big announcements this week, including a new teaser trailer for Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht!
― The New Madoka Anime is Really Happening! Aniplex made some big announcements this week, including a new teaser trailer for Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht! Tune in to find out more about the latest anime news and the penultimate episodes of Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruct...
Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom Anime Film Review
There's a reason that this is one of the series' most popular arcs and the film captures the story's essence expertly—even if a bit too much was left on the cutting room floor.
― One of the most interesting choices that came from adapting Overlord IV is that the series skipped an entire arc—two entire light novels worth of story. This left an odd gap between episodes seven and eight of that series—wh...
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian ‒ SEASON FINALE
Maybe things will get better in season two but I'm not holding my breath.
Pseudo Harem ‒ SEASON FINALE
Pseudo Harem is a show that demonstrates that as long as you have enough heart and charm, even the most mundane presentations can lead to something truly magical.
Shangri-La Frontier Cheat Codes: How Its Creators Built Its Video Game World
Before Sunraku returns in season two, ANN spoke with light novel author Katarina and manga creator Ryōsuke Fuji on fleshing out its VR world.
― Shangri-La Frontier is an exciting action anime showcasing the fun exploits of our main character Sunraku. With a shoebill bird mask and an assortment of daggers by his side, Sunraku seeks to overcome challenges and learn more about the god-tier game Shangri...
Twilight Out of Focus ‒ SEASON FINALE
Even if Mao is the anchor and Hisashi is the balloon, bobbing with the waves while being tethered to earth, that's a symbiotic relationship.
Your Anime Rankings - Best of Summer 2024, Sep 9-15
This week Ossan Newbie climbs to spectacular heights while The Magical Girl and The Evil Lieutenant takes quite a nosedive. See how your favorite shows stack up this week!
― 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 ran...
Oshi no Ko Season 2 ‒ Episode 22
Congratulations to Aqua on resolving his lifelong revenge quest! Without it, Oshi No Ko is free to become a run of the mill romcom.
This Week in Anime - Anime Pirates Off the Port Bow
Amidst a record number of site closures, Nick and Lucas discuss sailing the high seas of anime piracy.
― Amidst a record number of site closures, Nick and Lucas discuss sailing the high seas of anime piracy. 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. One Piece, Naruto, De...
My Deer Friend Nokotan ‒ SERIES FINALE
Everyone, watch closely. This is how you kill a Shikanoko.
Shy Season 2 ‒ Episode 23
After a long and dark road, Shy concludes this sisterly shinobi showdown on a sunny note.
Spice & Wolf: merchant meets the wise wolf ‒ Episode 24
That's not to say all is rosy, because Holo does very nearly smoosh Lawrence into a paste under her big paw.
Mayonaka Punch ‒ Episode 11
I wanted to focus on the first half of this episode, and how well it exemplifies the way Mayonaka Punch really understands the mechanics of online connection in a way I haven’t seen before in anime.
Narenare -Cheer for you!- ‒ Episode 11
Presumably the lack of prior interaction between Kanata and Mari was to better preserve the twist, but a lot of what we learn here ends up inadvertently putting Kanata in a negative light.
Astro Note Anime Series Review
Astro Note is yet another argument for bringing back longer anime seasons, instead of twelve episodes being the norm.
― If you're an English-speaking anime or manga fan of a certain age, there's a good chance that you got into the medium through the work of Rumiko Takahashi. Most likely it was Ranma ½ or Inuyasha, but perhaps you stumbled on Urusei Yatsura or Maison Ikkoku floppies while trawling you...
MONOGATARI Series: OFF & MONSTER Season ‒ Episode 9
While I'm kind of sad to see him back, this arc couldn't really be told without Araragi.
Tower of God Season 2 ‒ Episode 11
Rachael's is a truly fantastic scene… if only things like this were the rule instead of the exception.
This Week in Anime - The Tribulations of Fan Anime
The new Berserk animation has been disavowed, but is this the only case of publishers coming down hard on fan creations? Steve and Chris dive into the world of doujin to find out.
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The new Berserk animation has been disavowed, but is this the only case of publishers coming down hard on fan creations? Steve and Chris dive into the world of doujin to find out. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expre...
Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! ‒ Episode 10
In art and life the truism remains that there is nothing quite so beautiful as the simple things.
Dahlia in Bloom: Crafting a Fresh Start With Magical Tools ‒ Episodes 10-11
I can’t decide if I’m relieved or frustrated that the show waited until the 11th hour to actually deliver.
One Piece ‒ Episode 1119
Those early days of Luffy and the crew running around getting into shenanigans in the East Blue are long since past.
2.5 Dimensional Seduction ‒ Episode 11
What makes this episode so successful is the general application of the lessons Nagomi learned.
My Hero Academia Season 7 ‒ Episode 155
Sorry if you came here hoping for something deeper or more intellectual, but sometimes superhero comics are just goddamn cool.
The Elusive Samurai ‒ Episode 10
The Elusive Samurai's impeccable production values just make it funnier when poor Tokiyuki is having to listen to his best friends all eagerly unite in unwavering support of their lord's sick nasty kinkiness.
Wistoria: Wand and Sword ‒ Episode 10
"Our Dream" is the first time Wistoria has reached a sustainable equilibrium of style and substance. Better late than never, I suppose!
The ANN Aftershow - Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger!
15 minutes until the destruction of Earth?! Dead Dead Demon’s Dedededestruction enters its end game. Meanwhile, Yatagarasu also has a huge reveal about its world and everything we thought we knew.
― Dead Dead Demon Anime's Big Cliff-Hanger! 15 minutes until the destruction of Earth?! Dead Dead Demon's Dedededestruction enters its end game. Meanwhile, Yatagarasu also has a huge reveal about its world...
Sakuna: Of Rice And Ruin ‒ Episode 11
While this episode would undoubtedly work better if Ishimaru had more build-up as an antagonist, it still managed to land pretty well and hit harder than it had any right to.
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