When I fired up this 'blog on a whim at the start of 2008, the world was a very different place - Crunchyroll and legal streaming were still largely irrelevant (particularly to someone based in the UK such as myself), fansubs still ruled the roost, and Twitter barely existed in anything like the hugely popular form that it does today.
It was that environment that led to the creation of this
Love Live! School Idol Project Season 2 - Episode 13 (Completed)
The Love Live is over (and there are no prizes for guessing who won), which leaves just the small matter of graduation to be tackled by both third years and the student council alike.
As you might imagine, Honoka's attempts to write a graduation speech to deliver as student council president proved rather torturous and led to some last-minute panic, but otherwise everything is in-hand and
As you might imagine, Honoka's attempts to write a graduation speech to deliver as student council president proved rather torturous and led to some last-minute panic, but otherwise everything is in-hand and
Mekakucity Actors - Episode 12 (Completed)
Now that Momo and company have been rescued, it's time for the gang to make good their escape and take on the "final boss" in this finale of Mekakucity Actors.
With the entire cast assembled, the group has no shortage of special powers to use to get to where they want to go, whether it's Takane's hacking ability (and not an iconic cap in sight) or... well... Takane's abilities with a gun in her
With the entire cast assembled, the group has no shortage of special powers to use to get to where they want to go, whether it's Takane's hacking ability (and not an iconic cap in sight) or... well... Takane's abilities with a gun in her
Knights of Sidonia - Episode 12 (Completed)
Taking the fight to a massive Gauna hive was always going to be a "do or die" mission for Sidonia's Gardes, but as the situations worsens it seems as if only the "die" part of that statement has any chance of coming true.
Desperate times call for desperate measures, and with Benisuzume scything through the platoon and an anti-planet missile well on its way, the decision is made to blow a whole
Desperate times call for desperate measures, and with Benisuzume scything through the platoon and an anti-planet missile well on its way, the decision is made to blow a whole
Mekakucity Actors - Episode 11
Last week's episode taught us a lot in terms of filling in the gaps within Mekakucity Actors (aside from the most important gap of all, of course, that being the reason why this show is garbage), so now that we have our "bad guy" in sight what's next for the Mekakushi-dan.
The most pressing issue however is to prevent Hibiya from doing anything foolhardy, and eventually Momo and Kido catch up to
The most pressing issue however is to prevent Hibiya from doing anything foolhardy, and eventually Momo and Kido catch up to
No Game No Life - Episode 12 (Completed)
Try as they might to twist the game in their favour, it seems that Blank simply can't be beaten, leaving Izuna on the brink of defeat in the decidedly Japanese virtual world that makes up the game created by the Eastern Federation.
This isn't the end of the matter however, as Izuna has a trick of her own up her sleeve - the rare Warbeast power to surpass her own normal physical limitations. Thus
This isn't the end of the matter however, as Izuna has a trick of her own up her sleeve - the rare Warbeast power to surpass her own normal physical limitations. Thus
Love Live! School Idol Project Season 2 - Episode 12
Now that the future of their group has been decided, judgement day is nigh for μ's. No, not that judgement day, but rather the Love Live itself.
With Nico having fortuitously drawn a prize slot for the event, giving the group the final slot in the competition (which doesn't seem like such a great draw to me, I've seen how Eurovision works), focus has to return to one last practice session,
With Nico having fortuitously drawn a prize slot for the event, giving the group the final slot in the competition (which doesn't seem like such a great draw to me, I've seen how Eurovision works), focus has to return to one last practice session,
One Week Friends - Episode 12 (Completed)
There may have been no dramatic fallout between Hase and Kaori, but the very obvious cooling in their friendship is visible to all and sundry within their class as time goes by.
Of course, it goes without saying that Fujimiya is more keenly aware of this change than anybody else, and it's Kiryu to whom she turns looking for advice - advice that he can't readily give beyond explaining that Hase
Of course, it goes without saying that Fujimiya is more keenly aware of this change than anybody else, and it's Kiryu to whom she turns looking for advice - advice that he can't readily give beyond explaining that Hase
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behaviour! - Episode 12 (Completed)
Ritsu's new friend has provided her with a journey of discovery as to what friendship is all about, but is it about to lead her into a sticky situation as she's thrust into a karaoke party mixer when all she was actually expecting was a quiet day at the library.
In a blue of frantic worry, Usa opts to borrow Mayumi's phone to check in on whether Ritsu is okay, and although she isn't okay and
In a blue of frantic worry, Usa opts to borrow Mayumi's phone to check in on whether Ritsu is okay, and although she isn't okay and
Riddle Story of Devil - Episode 12 (Completed)
Haru has survived all of her assailants and passed the test designed specifically for her - or has she? It seems that there is one final peril that has decided to know its face.
That danger is, of course, Tokaku herself, who seems to have taken upon itself to unleash her ability to kill now that it resides within her on her one-time friend. All is not as it seems however, as Haru is saved from
That danger is, of course, Tokaku herself, who seems to have taken upon itself to unleash her ability to kill now that it resides within her on her one-time friend. All is not as it seems however, as Haru is saved from
Knights of Sidonia - Episode 11
The path of a giant craft journeying through space never did run smooth, particularly if that craft happens to be named Sidonia, as this space-faring behemoth suddenly finds itself dwarfed several hundred times over by a massive Gauna hive; one so big that its consumed a dwarf planet to use as its placenta.
It also seems that the phrase "the bigger they are, the harder they fall" won't apply
It also seems that the phrase "the bigger they are, the harder they fall" won't apply
Nanana's Buried Treasure - Episode 11 (Completed)
The face-off between the Adventure Club and their former member Ikusaba seems to have taken a dark, violent and decidedly dangerous turn - is there any way out of the mess Juugo and company have found themselves in?
Yes, as it happens, but not before our protagonist is left with a fractured elbow and collapsed lunch by Ikusaba. Of course, the solution comes via our resident master detective, who
Yes, as it happens, but not before our protagonist is left with a fractured elbow and collapsed lunch by Ikusaba. Of course, the solution comes via our resident master detective, who
Selector Infected WIXOSS - Episode 12 (Completed)
Ruko has, to all intents and purposes, decided her upon her wish, but will having to face up to a determined Hitoe and LRIG Yuzuki quickly derail her plans?
As their part in Iona's "battle royale" rumbles on, it becomes clear that Hitoe is fighting against the very curse that afflicted her thanks to her last round as a Selector - her memories of her friends has returned, and in spite of the pain
As their part in Iona's "battle royale" rumbles on, it becomes clear that Hitoe is fighting against the very curse that afflicted her thanks to her last round as a Selector - her memories of her friends has returned, and in spite of the pain
Ping Pong the Animation - Episode 11 (Completed)
Hoshino's defeat of Kazama has sent reverberations not only around the arena in which the tournament is being hosted, but also the wider world as word spreads online via the media and social networks. For those involved however, this is all ancient history already, as our focus zooms in on the final between Peco and Smile.
Amidst worries about Hoshino's knee, Tsukimoto remains adamant that
Amidst worries about Hoshino's knee, Tsukimoto remains adamant that
M3 the dark metal - Episode 9
Akashi and Heito's venture into the Lightless Realm didn't exactly go swimmingly, and as two entered only one returns, with Akashi just about making it out before collapsing, with his colleague nowhere to be seen.
What's more Akashi now point-blank refuses to pilot the Argent again having learned at least some of its secrets as they pertain to his brother - the trouble is, the powers that be are
What's more Akashi now point-blank refuses to pilot the Argent again having learned at least some of its secrets as they pertain to his brother - the trouble is, the powers that be are
No Game No Life - Episode 11
The game is afoot against the Warbeasts, and although Shiro and Sora have effectively been placed on "home territory" as the nature of the virtual reality they'll be playing in is revealed, it seems like it really couldn't be any worse for our pair of shut-ins; in fact, it's fair to say that a game set in Tokyo is the last thing that they wanted.
However, Sora in particular is quick to recover
However, Sora in particular is quick to recover
Love Live! School Idol Project Season 2 - Episode 11
The results of entrance exams are on show at Otonokizaka High School, and crowds have gathered to see who made it and who missed out. The news is good for both Eli and Honoka's sisters, but of course the prospect of new students also means that it's almost time for some of the third years to depart.
When mentioned by Honoka's sister, this prospect hits μ's leader like a lead weight as she
When mentioned by Honoka's sister, this prospect hits μ's leader like a lead weight as she
One Week Friends - Episode 11
Following that rough time thanks to the loss of some of Kaori's memories again since Kujo's appearance, things have settled down and returned to their normal routine for Kaori and Hase, even if Saki is still stuck in a rut regarding her relationship with Shogo after recent events.
There is still something gnawing away at both Fujimiya and Hase surrounding the former's unexpected meeting with
There is still something gnawing away at both Fujimiya and Hase surrounding the former's unexpected meeting with
Mekakucity Actors - Episode 10
Our perspective shifts once again for this week's Mekakucity Actors (who saw that coming?), as we witness a woman and her daughter waiting for the return of the latter's father... something which, it seems, may never happen.
This suspicion in confirmed when the home of the family in question is raided and the mother openly shot in front of her daughter - not that this is the end of the matter,
This suspicion in confirmed when the home of the family in question is raided and the mother openly shot in front of her daughter - not that this is the end of the matter,
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behaviour! - Episode 11
We're now very much familiar with the cast of The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behaviour and their various foibles and weaknesses... except that is for Sayaka, who remains hidden beneath a mask of makeup and her abrasive personality.
However, the unexpected arrival of an old female friend of Sayaka's might hold the answer to all of these questions, and what's more she's looking to
However, the unexpected arrival of an old female friend of Sayaka's might hold the answer to all of these questions, and what's more she's looking to
Knights of Sidonia - Episode 10
Concerned by his obsession with his new Hoshijiro-esque placenta friend, Midorikawa and Izana have both had the idea to drag Tanikaze away for a day to distract him from this item of interest - little did they realise that they'd both be accompanying him on a day trip together.
It seems that Midorikawa's agenda is about more than just distracting and cheering up Nagate however, as she's somehow
It seems that Midorikawa's agenda is about more than just distracting and cheering up Nagate however, as she's somehow
Riddle Story of Devil - Episode 11
Now that Hanabusa defeated, the Black Class' fatal game is over, which means that it's time for the truth about the real reason for its existence to be unveiled.
As was already becoming increasingly obvious, the Black Class was not created with the intent of seeing Haru killed, but rather as an initiation to see if she's suitable to become a "Primer" - a woman capable of using her charm or
As was already becoming increasingly obvious, the Black Class was not created with the intent of seeing Haru killed, but rather as an initiation to see if she's suitable to become a "Primer" - a woman capable of using her charm or
M3 the dark metal - Episode 8
The sudden and unexpected discovery of a signal belonging to a recording device assumed lost within the Lightless Realm means that its time for the Gargouille crew to swing into action once again in spite of - and in fact because of - recent events.
As the two Reaper pilots, it's left to Akashi and Heito to take up the job of entering the Lightless Realm using Argent and Sable to retrieve this
As the two Reaper pilots, it's left to Akashi and Heito to take up the job of entering the Lightless Realm using Argent and Sable to retrieve this
Selector Infected WIXOSS - Episode 11
With Hitoe still hospitalised, Ruko remains in possession of both Yuzuki in her new LRIG form and Tama, and the discussions which ensure seem to be finally propelling her in the direction of figuring out the wish she wants to make as a Selector.
As you might expect, this wish involves putting an end to this whole Selector nonsense, by wishing that all LRIGs and Eternal Girls are returned to
As you might expect, this wish involves putting an end to this whole Selector nonsense, by wishing that all LRIGs and Eternal Girls are returned to
Nanana's Buried Treasure - Episode 10
The race is on to grab a particular piece of the Nanana Collection, with the Adventure Club's combined forces determined to beat Ikusaba to the punch thanks in no small part to some important hints given to them by Nanana herself.
It's thanks to these hints that the group very quickly compile the required knowledge and key to reach the exact location of the treasure. However, they have to wait
It's thanks to these hints that the group very quickly compile the required knowledge and key to reach the exact location of the treasure. However, they have to wait
Ping Pong the Animation - Episode 10
Smile is holding out for a hero, but will Peco's injured knee to hold up to provide it? Even without his injury, facing off and defeating the ping pong monster that is Kazama.
Then again, Hoshino has never been the type to be easily flustered even in the face of a tough opponent, and even on this occasion against the toughest of the tough he's cheekily brought along a new bat and some different
Then again, Hoshino has never been the type to be easily flustered even in the face of a tough opponent, and even on this occasion against the toughest of the tough he's cheekily brought along a new bat and some different
No Game No Life - Episode 10
Having somehow managed to pull of his latest dangerous game, Sora now has Zell and - perhaps more importantly - her elven colleague Fil on-board in his forthcoming game against the Eastern Federation. First, however, it's about time these new additions to the crew get to know their comrades.
As it turns out, Zell is actually Fil's slave strictly speaking, with Imanity families looked down upon
As it turns out, Zell is actually Fil's slave strictly speaking, with Imanity families looked down upon
Love Live! School Idol Project Season 2 - Episode 10
The New Year is almost upon us in this week's Love Live, allowing the girls to enjoy some of the festivities and celebrations of the season. Oh, and they won the preliminary round to qualify for the Love Live itself, by the way.
Having somehow defeated A-RISE in a way that neither group seems able to comprehend, thoughts quickly turn to the Love Live itself for the μ's girls, where they can
Having somehow defeated A-RISE in a way that neither group seems able to comprehend, thoughts quickly turn to the Love Live itself for the μ's girls, where they can
One Week Friends - Episode 10
After a period of everything going so well between Kaori, Hase and their wider circle of friends, it feels like everything has been shattered and destroyed by the appearance of transfer student Hajime Kujo and one single word - "traitor".
With his name and this one word causing Kaori's memories to reset, it seems that everything is back to home it was at the very start - Fujimiya still has her
With his name and this one word causing Kaori's memories to reset, it seems that everything is back to home it was at the very start - Fujimiya still has her
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behaviour! - Episode 10
Fed up of his continuing label as being the ringmaster of a freak show, Usa is proving keen to quit his job working at a rather unique coffee shop, but until he does so he seems determined to make full use of his workplace garb to impress Ritsu.
Usa is also quick to pounce when another opportunity to impress her presents itself, with the cafe looking to fill some newly acquired bookcases but not
Usa is also quick to pounce when another opportunity to impress her presents itself, with the cafe looking to fill some newly acquired bookcases but not
Mekakucity Actors - Episode 9
Mekakucity Actors has already woven a decidedly tangled web with its story thus far, and you can expect even more entanglement in this week's episode as Ayano steps up to reveal her angle to the story.
In short, it's Ayano's parents who seemingly discovered and researched the initial members of our group of red-eyed superpowered kids, taking them in as orphans at which point Ayano became a big
In short, it's Ayano's parents who seemingly discovered and researched the initial members of our group of red-eyed superpowered kids, taking them in as orphans at which point Ayano became a big
Riddle Story of Devil - Episode 10
Only one final foe stands between Haru and safety, and given that it's the demure Hanabusa surely there isn't too much to worry about?
Indeed, any immediate worries about her hatching a plan look as if they might be unfounded, as an envelope which she hands to Haru contains not an advance notice of an assassination attempt, but an invitation to a tea party - in fact, Hanabusa has even provided
Indeed, any immediate worries about her hatching a plan look as if they might be unfounded, as an envelope which she hands to Haru contains not an advance notice of an assassination attempt, but an invitation to a tea party - in fact, Hanabusa has even provided
Selector Infected WIXOSS - Episode 10
The truth is now out regarding the roles of Selectors and their LRIG and what winning the chance to be an Eternal Girl really means, but any further discussion of this scenario is quickly put on hold as Hitoe collapses in the midst of her Selector battle against Ruko.
Having called an ambulance and seen her admitted to hospital but stable, Ruko is finally in place to listen to the rest of
Having called an ambulance and seen her admitted to hospital but stable, Ruko is finally in place to listen to the rest of
Knights of Sidonia - Episode 9
Having successfully acquired a fully formed Gauna placenta (which just so happens to take the form of Hoshijiro), there's an opportunity for Sidonia's EBD scientists - or at least one of them, Numi Tahiro - to do a little experimentation with this incredible find.
Of course, it's Nagate that Tahiro turns to for help with this, as she's curious as to how this Gauna offspring will respond to him
Of course, it's Nagate that Tahiro turns to for help with this, as she's curious as to how this Gauna offspring will respond to him
M3 the dark metal - Episode 7
The appearance of a Corpse outside of the Lightless Realm has caused panic amongst those whose job it is to protect humanity, leading to their demanding that the Argent be deployed within said realm forthwith to prevent any further such incidents.
Quite reasonably, those in direct charge of the project point out that this would be extremely dangerous, and thus insist upon waiting until they find
Quite reasonably, those in direct charge of the project point out that this would be extremely dangerous, and thus insist upon waiting until they find
Nanana's Buried Treasure - Episode 9
The appearance of Hiiyo Ikusaba in town has ruffled the feathers of all and sundry who have encountered him, and this shows no sign of changing as this week's Nanana's Buried Treasure begins.
Then again, Juugo has other things to preoccupy himself with for a while, namely a "date" which is in fact an opportunity to hang out with Tetsu and Yun amongst others. Ironically, even this fun day out is
Then again, Juugo has other things to preoccupy himself with for a while, namely a "date" which is in fact an opportunity to hang out with Tetsu and Yun amongst others. Ironically, even this fun day out is
Ping Pong the Animation - Episode 9
Kong's defeat at the hands of Hoshino have sent shock-waves reverberating through the national tournament qualifiers, but for our Chinese visitor's part he remains pretty sanguine in spite of the pain of his defeat while, of course, the tournament moves on apace.
On paper, Tsukimoto is all set to face his first real challenge of the tournament in the form of Kaio's Sanada, and as the game begins
On paper, Tsukimoto is all set to face his first real challenge of the tournament in the form of Kaio's Sanada, and as the game begins
No Game No Life - Episode 9
No sooner did Sora announced his intention to embark upon another game as part of Imanity's attempted conquests than he disappeared entirely - not just the man himself, but all memory of him from the minds of all and sundry.
All, that is, aside from Shiro, who continues to remember her brother as we're regaled with the story of how the two of them first met. Such are the convictions of those
All, that is, aside from Shiro, who continues to remember her brother as we're regaled with the story of how the two of them first met. Such are the convictions of those
Love Live! School Idol Project Season 2 - Episode 9
All of the talk and preparation is finally over, as it's time for the final preliminary round of Love Live to begin. Oh, and it's snowing too.
While all of the girls awake and prepare in their own unique ways - complete with a few nerves on show from some quarters - there's a rather major distraction for the trio of student council girls as they have an introductory presentation to make back
One Week Friends - Episode 9
The summer of fun continues for Kaori and company in this week's One Week Friends, as somehow the group even manages to make the last minute rush to finish their summer homework enjoyable. Still, I suppose anything is preferable to Endless Eight...
As our quartet of friends meet at Kaori's house to finish off any assignments (or start them, in Saki's case) while also enjoying cake and tea
As our quartet of friends meet at Kaori's house to finish off any assignments (or start them, in Saki's case) while also enjoying cake and tea
The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors and Hostel Behaviour! - Episode 9
In a shocking break from her normal behaviour, Mayumi has been drinking heavily and is loudly bemoaning the current state of her life - in other words, it's business as usual at the Kawai Complex.
Although getting a piggyback ride on the shoulders of Shiro helps her to feel a little better (simply because it means she gets to look down on everyone, in case you're wondering), it still isn't quite
Although getting a piggyback ride on the shoulders of Shiro helps her to feel a little better (simply because it means she gets to look down on everyone, in case you're wondering), it still isn't quite
M3 the dark metal - Episode 6
Emiru's mission to venture into the Lightless Realm really couldn't have gone much worse, resulting in her inadvertently calling upon an Admonition which proceeded to wreak havoc with everything in its vicinity.
Ultimately, this state of affairs seems to have proven fatal for her, leaving her fellow pilots in shock and Akashi trying to fathom the meaning behind her last words to him, urging that
Ultimately, this state of affairs seems to have proven fatal for her, leaving her fellow pilots in shock and Akashi trying to fathom the meaning behind her last words to him, urging that
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