Hibike! Euphonium 3 – 07 – Embracing the Struggle

She even bought them matching swimsuits! While theyre now college freshmen, they still bicker like the old friends they are. Shes as uncommitted as ever to her future path, though Hazuki says shed make a great teacher too. Ultimately, her mom and sister dont tell her anything she doesnt already know. Not necessarily content butresignedto being the class Mama, Mayu doesnt even like to appear in pictures.

May 19, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Mark Vaughan

Whisper Me a Love Song – 06 – Finding Her Love

Himaris outfit is adorable as expected, while Yori is as effortlessly cool-looking as ever. After walking Himari home, Yori cant resist kissing her on the cheek. As she listens, Himari finally finds itthat is, what kind of love she has. Naturally, Yori accepts, and as they embrace, her tears lead to Himari tearing up as well. Its a damn fine and cathartic confession scene, gorgeously performed and animated. Kudos also to the layered performance of Aki, who obviously harbors bittersweet feelings....

May 19, 2024 · 1 min · 145 words · Michael Cole

Hibike! Euphonium 3 – 06 – Keeping the Peace

Kumiko wishes to avoid unpleasantness in the past when auditions were thrown so certain people were in and out. Azusa agrees that Reina is an ultra-rare character for mapping out her future so precisely. In this way, Azusa gives Kumiko some comfort from her future blues. When Mayu goes in before her and starts to play, its obvious Mayu isnt throwing her audition. Kumiko is not only relieved, but also motivated to give it her all....

May 18, 2024 · 1 min · 107 words · Amanda Flynn

Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night – 06 – Cutest in the Galaxy

Miiko has been faking it for fourteen years, but hasnt made it, i.e. Shes her mothers top fan, and is extremely proud of her. Her mom helped her open up in school and make friends, and also supports her life. Miikos not just her idol, but her hero! Fortunately Yoru brings up Kanos stolen kiss to snap her out of her funk. Mei and Ariel bond over their staunch fandom of Kano and Miiko, respectively....

May 18, 2024 · 1 min · 114 words · Jasmine Spencer

Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night – 07 – Looking Ahead

Feeling left out on the future fronrt, Kano decides to join Kiui at a motorbike riding camp. Maybe she can find out where she wants to go if she can get there quickly! Suffice it to say, Kiui felt like her teacher didnt have her back when she was struggling socially. Kiui has to don a dark wig and her school uniform to pick up some documents at her school....

May 18, 2024 · 1 min · 170 words · Michael Baker

Mushoku Tensei II – 18 – Weighing Regrets

Now he has everything. He has a proper family and has found happiness. Cliff is steadily working to ease Elinalises cuse. Zanobas figure carving has improved and now Ginger has joined him and Julie to form a found family. He continues to assist Shizuka and she makes progress. Then he comes home from his morning training to learn that Sylphie is expecting. Rudy is overwhelmed by the news. His sisters are also congratulatory....

May 18, 2024 · 2 min · 232 words · Roberto Russell

Whisper Me a Love Song – 05 – Just Down the Road

Once Aki asks Himari if shell let her have Yori, all of her frustrations come pouring out. Theres no wrong or right way to do either. In her case she loves being able to cook for those she cares about. Momoka assures Himari that preciselybecauseshes thinking and stressing so hard about this, she has nothing to worry about. Yoris fine with Himari giving her answer after the concert. Im glad Aki didnt linger as a villainess for long....

May 18, 2024 · 1 min · 100 words · Jessica Carroll

Yuru Camp△ 3 – 06 – I Told You So

Shes scared of the wobbliness and 8m height, but Rin and Ayano have braved far worse.

May 18, 2024 · 1 min · 16 words · Amber Jones

KonoSuba 3 – 05 – Divine Treasures

Kazuma was soaking up the renown from everyone recognizing his name, deeds, and general awesomeness. Darkness and Megumin steal the show instead with their bravery and explosion, respectively. Im on record here aslovingany and all body swap episodes, and this one doesnt disappoint. Iris moves and talks exactly like Kazuma, the latter a testament to Iris seiyu Takao Kanons vocal talent.

May 8, 2024 · 1 min · 61 words · Jose Huff

Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy – S2 18 – Time to Make an Impression

After seeing to the safety of the nobles, Tomoe and Root have an interesting conversation, dragon-to-dragon. After that macro, high-level conversation, we return to the nitty-gritty of the city-wide chaos. Powerful they may be, theyre still students, and theyre under no obligation to fight the mutant monsters. Shiki heals Abelia, and he and Mio take the students to a safe location. Unburdened by dependents, Makoto explores the city, where dozens of monsters are running rampant....

May 7, 2024 · 1 min · 139 words · Nicholas Gordon

Your RABUJOI “Wake the F*** Up” Song of the Day: “Sugar Blood Kiss”

Im not officially reviewing Vampire Dormitory, but I am watching it as a guilty pleasure, and because I adore Ichinose Kanas performance as a down-on-her-luck girl pretending to be a boy and serving as the thrall of a vampire bishounen determined to making her blood taste better by showing him love, while another hot guy is determined to protect him. Its a fun and earnest if slight and somewhat clunky-looking show, but theres no doubt the old school OP by FANTASTICS is an absolutebop....

May 6, 2024 · 1 min · 85 words · Amber Stone

Hibike! Euphonium 3 – 05 – We’ll Be All Right

As Kumikos third year progresses, the adults are starting to stir. She can choose what she wants toshe just has tochoose. Change can be scary, but it invariably results in new possibilities. Theres also the upcoming Agata Festival. But like her dad, her teacher doesnt scold her. She only warns her not to let indecision breed laziness. After a delicious dinner, they hang out in Reinas pristine room and chat about the future....

May 5, 2024 · 1 min · 198 words · Daniel Bass

Mushoku Tensei II – 17 – Being There

Everyone in that room knows who he is and that pissing him off isnota good idea. But he tries to stay calm and ask anyone who was mean to Norn would come forward. It was all because ofhim. Rudy knows what its like to be a shut-in. He was one in his previous life. Only, he simply doesnt know what to do. Even getting to Norn wouldnt have been possible without his friends....

May 5, 2024 · 2 min · 274 words · Patrick Moody