The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 04 – The Prince from Across the Sea

Sei bristles at this. What shes not so sure about is whether they care aboutSei. She does so while wearing her saintly raiments, but also a magical veil that will conceal her face. Since the veil makes it harder for her to see, she needs an escort for the ceremony. Enter Al, who is once again clearly overjoyed to serve her once more. Tenyuu has almost immediately zeroed in on Sei as the key to his mission in Salutania....

October 26, 2023 · 1 min · 79 words · Michael Parker

I’m in Love with the Villainess – 04 – This is Where the Magic Happens

Rae wouldjumpat the opportunity to either save orbesaved by Claire. That becomes more than just one of Raes fantasies when a colossal water slime emerges from the woods. However, as Rae expects, this only unlocks a boss slimes flag. Thankfully, her willpower wins out, and a fourth option, Claire, appears in her menu. Claires crush Prince Thane ends up freeing her than calling upon her to help him defeat the slime....

October 24, 2023 · 1 min · 175 words · Andrea Todd

Hyakkano – 03 – Don’t Speak

Karane had been my favorite girlfriend so far due to her admirable yet often self-defeating commitment totsunderevalues. Yet Shizuka achieves the feat with ease. It starts with Rentarou finding out that Shizuka communicates through passages in the novel. He accepts her for who she is. And even when she goes overboard and suggests a hundred books, hes eager to read them all. After all, romanceishis favorite genre! The only snag is a bureaucratic one: it takes a week to get a library card....

October 22, 2023 · 2 min · 347 words · Rita Pratt

The Rising of the Shield Hero S3 – 03 – Earning Their Stripes

Atla isnt like that. Fohl vows to work and fight hard enough to pay Naofumi back many times over. Also, the bright flare attracts slavers to their positioninstantly. Thats right, the cavalry has arrived in the nick of time. The mark on his shattered armor is that of a Three Heroes-worshipping noble family. Naofumi agrees not to execute the slavers, but isnt about to let them go. Fohl also tells Naofumi that hehasto become stronger....

October 22, 2023 · 1 min · 143 words · Robin Wright

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 07 – A Tiger Can’t Change Its Stripes

She herself hasnt seen one in 400 years. They apparently have crap libidos, and are slowly, quietly going extinct. Their victory is commemorated by copper statues that have since gained a green patina. He also had them built so Frieren wouldnt be alone when the rest of the party passed. While strolling the streets, Frieren suddenly wields her staff; she senses demons. Sure enough, they emerge from a gate, one of them chatting with Lord Granat....

October 21, 2023 · 2 min · 253 words · Brooke Smith

Goblin Slayer II – 03 – Don’t Be a Stranger

The Spearman also invites Slayer for drinks, and after a quick glance at Cow Girl, he accepts. Slayer doesnt get too drunk, but the three are tipsy enough to open up abouttheirdreams. Slayer continues to train novices and go out for drinks, and Cow Girl seems a little lonely. She also seems worried, as she drops her mask after he leaves.

October 21, 2023 · 1 min · 61 words · Pamela Williams

Spy x Family – 28 – Little Brother is Watching

With that crumpled paper, Yuri puts out of his mind any comparison to himself and his prey. Instead, Yuri waits outside until Perkins comes out, so his father wont see how pathetic he is. Perkins response cuts deep: who is more pathetic, someone fighting the government, or a government dog? Thats it for the episode proper, which only takes up about two-thirds of the standard runtime. Its a random but hilarious little mini-ep, and I dug the retro resolution and palette....

October 21, 2023 · 1 min · 89 words · Laurie Collins

Jujutsu Kaisen – 37 – Less Chatter, More Splatter

Thankfully, Inumaki Toge appears and is ready to salmon, salmon, i.e. take care of this situation so Yuuji can go to ground…where he encounters Choso. After all, hes not Getou, or Mahito, or Jougo, or even Hanami. But he does have an axe to grind with Yuuji personally. His Mechamaru talisman speaks up again, telling him to go to the bathroom. When Choso follows him he finds all of the sinks and toilets are broken and the sprinklers are on....

October 20, 2023 · 2 min · 230 words · Darren Pearson

Kimizero – 03 – Boba Freak

After school, Nicole takes Ryuuto to a fast food joint to inform him Runas birthday is coming up. Ryuuto seems to want the same thing she doesto make Runa happyand that makes them allies. At the same time, Ryuuto and Marias desk are suddenly together as she forgot her textbook. Maria also takes the opportunity to apologize for rejecting him back in middle school. ), but now that she does, she now knows how special Ryuuto is....

October 20, 2023 · 1 min · 191 words · Carly Case

The Ancient Magus’ Bride – S2 15 – Those Eyes Don’t Cry

Its another first for Chise, but I already knew shed unlock her puzzle instantly. Ididntknow it would set off a trap that temporarily gives her black hair! I kinda wish we could have seen more of her, particularly beside the similarly raven-haired Lucy. But I cant really blame her; the two look like two peas in a pod together! Rians memory is full of days spent with Philomela, including playing with these very same wooden puzzles....

October 20, 2023 · 1 min · 204 words · Kristin Newman

The Eminence in Shadow – 23 – Rather Over the Top

Claire and Mary reach the top of the tower, but Cid isnt there. Shes then carried to Elizabeths waiting fangs, which sink into her neck. Elizabeths head doesntstaydetached, however, and as the queen continues to gain consciousness, she only becomes stronger. Theyre wise to keep their distance: Elizabeth is a whole other level of power. She even awakens the possessed blood within Claire, who then suddenly awakens in a standard school nurses office....

October 19, 2023 · 1 min · 143 words · Diane Franco

I’m in Love with the Villainess – 03 – Not All Fun and Games

Claire meanwhilereallywants to beat Rae at chess, but finds doing so difficult. Yu, trying to get a better bead on Rae, proposes a game of poker. Raes first hand is a good one, and her first card swap gives her a straight. While out in the courtyard Rae leads Claire and Lene to where Second Prince Thane is playing the harp. Rae does a masterful bit of bullshitting (orisit?) by revealing to Thane that she was actually counting on him to expose her true intentions....

October 18, 2023 · 1 min · 187 words · Emily Walsh

I’m in Love with the Villainess – 01 (First Impressions) – The Thrill of a Girl with Drill Curls in an Ill New World

And Rei couldnt be happier. Rei, now Rae Taylor, has somehow been transported into the world of the game. Shes supposed to be an effective bully, but none of her bullying works on Rae. It only makes Rae love her more. Honestly I was surprised how up my alley this show turned out to be. Rae even gets Claire to neg the sensitive second priest she actually likes, a tremendous self-own!...

October 17, 2023 · 1 min · 172 words · Richard Schwartz