The Anime Thread

[Midoriya]

After weeks upon weeks of not watching much anime, happy to say I'm finally continuing to binge Naruto. I'm going to make that final push to finish it so I can start Naruto Shippuden. I have to say, I really love some of the filler that's being shown. Just finished the episode about Akamaru going out of control and it was great. I thought for sure Kiba would administer the medicine on his own, but I guess I was wrong (or did he?)... less than 40 episodes to go now. Season nine is shorter than the others, so it's really not that much further.

 

[Midoriya]

It's the SatAM, time for a new My Hero Academia/Boku no Hero Academia I mean, My VILLAIN Academia/Boku no Villain Academia episode!

Spoiler: for My Villain Academia

We go back two months to focus on the League of Villains and how they got stronger. Shigaraki and crew are tasked with making Gigantomachia, a subordinate of All For One's, submit. While fighting him they make contact with the doctor who helps All For One. They then also make contact with Re-Destro, head of the Meta Liberation Army, who has captured Giran as a hostage. Shigaraki plans to drop Gigantomachia on the over 100,000 warriors the Meta Liberation Army has raised. Just who will win between the League of Villains and Meta Liberation Army?

Up next time, on My Villain Academia! Shigaraki and the League of Villains face off against Re-Destro and the Meta Liberation Army. You won't want to miss it. Go beyond! Plus ultra!

 

[LadyDestani]

I finished up season 2 of Beastars today! I am still very much in love with this show and I'm glad to see that a season 3 has been confirmed. The topics it deals with, the complex relationships of the characters, and the world its set in are all very well explored. There's something gritty and real about the emotions of the characters and the situations they are forced to deal with. I think when all is said and done, this anime is going to rank very highly on my list of favorites.

Now, I have to get caught up on some currently airing anime: My Hero Academia, Magia Record, and Fena: Pirate Princess.

 

[Mr.Fox]

I finished up season 2 of Beastars today! I am still very much in love with this show and I'm glad to see that a season 3 has been confirmed. The topics it deals with, the complex relationships of the characters, and the world its set in are all very well explored. There's something gritty and real about the emotions of the characters and the situations they are forced to deal with. I think when all is said and done, this anime is going to rank very highly on my list of favorites.

Now, I have to get caught up on some currently airing anime: My Hero Academia, Magia Record, and Fena: Pirate Princess.

Beastars is great! I'm only on episode 3...taking season 2 really slow on purpose. I burned through season 1 way too fast and was left pining for more lol

 

[Croconaw]

I’m on episode 14 currently of HunterXHunter. I’m taking it slow. Seeing if I can finish the series at the same time while I’m traveling one way late October, as I’ll have a bit of time to kill with layovers. It’s really good though.

 

[Midoriya]

I just watched the filler episode of Naruto where Shino laughs, and Naruto is tasked with not laughing. Even though I clearly saw everything that transpired, I'm still bewildered at this episode. Like they really just decided to add this to the series, LOL. It was a weird episode. Heartwarming, but weird nonetheless.

 

[Autumn247]

Started watching Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

 

[CrankyCupcake]

Just watched episode 19 of Fumetsu no Anata e. Which means we're one episode away from the end of the season.

I've already caved to the temptation and read the manga. All caught up. Last available chapter is 148. No spoilers in collecting my thoughts here but they are based on both the anime and the manga.

What the anime has done is a faithful adaptation of the story. I've enjoyed it so much. The last anime arc, however, divided the fans. A tournament arc does feel out of place. Having read the manga, I will say this. The mangaka is an odd one. In a good way. Usually the start of a new arc leaves my jaw on the floor and my brows in the air. But I realize I like the way the mangaka unravels the tale and then wraps it up before moving on to the Next Big Surprise. There is a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. In this respect, I think Oima-sensei is a very talented storyteller.

She is imaginative, bold, quirky. She takes risks. Many times, while reading the manga, I'd stare at the page in disbelief, wondering why she has allowed things to take such a bizarre turn. Yet, many chapters later, I find myself thinking, why not? We are experiencing life and so-called humanity through Fushi's eyes. We have expectations and doubts, but Fushi is mostly equal parts curiosity and naivete. Fushi can be crushingly guileless or bewilderingly reckless at times. None of us will behave the way he does. Then again, that's because we aren't him.

The first episode of Fumetsu no Anata e remains the most evocative opening episode of any anime series I've ever watched. It haunts me even now, when I think about it. I'll continue to keep up with the manga because it's an adventure. I may not agree with some of the crazy directions the story has taken and the even crazier direction it seems to be headed in its current manga arc but I feel powerless to let go. I've always been attracted to ideas that are dark and disturbing and Oima-sensei has plenty of those to share.

 

[Midoriya]

Just updated my MAL once again. I'm up to date with MHA at episode 20. It's hard to believe there's only five episodes left in the season. I'm interested to see how the season ends...

I'm also at episode 192 of Naruto now, which means I have less than 30 episodes to go until I finish it! Then I can start Naruto Shippuden. Once MHA's current season ends, however, Naruto will be the only show I'm watching.

 

[Reginald Fairfield]

Can I post an old amv here for show identification reasons?

 

[CrankyCupcake]

Just watched episode 3 of Kaizoku Oujo aka Fena: Pirate Princess.

I want to say that, while the high production values of the first 2 episodes caught my attention, this episode has caused me to squeal with excitement. (Literally. I like to talk to the screen while I'm watching. Like "NOOOO! RUN!" or "Ooo, that looks delicious!" I watch anime alone so I don't hold back. )

The fight scene was gorgeous. Love the animation, choreography and editing. The work is polished and beautiful to look at. I'm enjoying the Japanese seiyuu cast. Great writing too. It pulls you in and makes you care. There's such a good balance of drama and comedy. I'm definitely looking forward to more.

 

[Midoriya]

It's the SatAM, time for a new My Villain Academia/Boku no Villain Academia episode!

Spoiler: for My Villain Academia

The League of Villains battles the Meta Liberation Army! No matter how many soldiers they kill, the over 100,000 in Deika City doesn't seem to be running out. Toga gets ganged up on and beat up, but goes beyond to power up her Quirk. Shigaraki hallucinates! Dabi fights an ice man! Now Twice is getting kidnapped by clones of his self, which are really just the Quirk of a MLA soldier! Will Gigantomachia arrive in time to inadvertently help out the League of Villains?

Up next time, on My Villain Academia! Twice goes crazy! Go beyond! Plus ultra!

 

[Midoriya]

Seeing as I go by Gon now, since I only have 23 episodes left of Naruto before I finish it, instead of starting Naruto Shippuden afterwards I'm going to take a break from that series and watch the English dub of HunterxHunter (2011). I've only seen the sub, so I have no idea what the dub will be like. I remember watching a few scenes years ago on Toonami, however, and it seemed pretty good, so I'm excited for this. Does anyone know where I can watch the dub of the show for now? Would it be Funimation, Crunchyroll, or something else entirely?

EDIT: I think I remember someone mentioning Netflix, so I might try that since we're already subscribed to it.

 

[nyx~]

Seeing as I go by Gon now, since I only have 23 episodes left of Naruto before I finish it, instead of starting Naruto Shippuden afterwards I'm going to take a break from that series and watch the English dub of HunterxHunter (2011). I've only seen the sub, so I have no idea what the dub will be like. I remember watching a few scenes years ago on Toonami, however, and it seemed pretty good, so I'm excited for this. Does anyone know where I can watch the dub of the show for now? Would it be Funimation, Crunchyroll, or something else entirely?

EDIT: I think I remember someone mentioning Netflix, so I might try that since we're already subscribed to it.

Yeah it's on Netflix as well as HBO Max (and I think Funimation?). I watched it in dub and I really liked it! Killua's dub is one of my favorites (it's Bennett & Xingqiu's VA from Genshin). Also you get the iconic "Kurapika is now drowning in an indescribable emptiness" scene xD

 

[Neb]

I started watching Shirobako this evening. I was really tired, so I struggled a bit to keep up with the fast pace. Aoi Miyamori is such a likable protagonist. She’s one of my favorite anime characters in a while.

 

[CrankyCupcake]

Just finished watching the last episode of Fumetsu no Anata e.

Even though I'd read the manga, I ended up crying anyway. So many tears were shed over the course of 20 episodes. I don't know what's wrong with me.

But the good news!

There will be a second season, to be aired in autumn next year.

 

[LadyDestani]

Just finished watching the last episode of Fumetsu no Anata e.

Even though I'd read the manga, I ended up crying anyway. So many tears were shed over the course of 20 episodes. I don't know what's wrong with me.

But the good news!

There will be a second season, to be aired in autumn next year.

I just finished episode 14 so I have a bit of catching up to do, but I'm loving it so far! Glad to hear that there will be a second season.

 

[Xeleron]

-snip-

The last episode was so good, especially for people who can relate to Fushi with having to care for someone with Pioran's condition... boy did I cry my eyes out thinking about my grandparents. That last episode really did make me consider buying the manga, I might have to put "Ranma 1/2" in the back burner while I get "To Your Eternity". Can't wait for season 2 next year!


Started watching Monster (2004) recently and the "old school" animation is just so refreshing and it really helps set the tone of the story. It is super slow placed and a few things aren't really explained by the characters but through context, which makes it a bit hard to understand at times (specifically with the time skips). So far I'm really enjoying it, my only gripe is that ALL the short, bald, heavy-set dudes with a grey mustache LOOK THE SAME.

 

[CrankyCupcake]

Started watching Monster (2004) recently and the "old school" animation is just so refreshing and it really helps set the tone of the story. It is super slow placed and a few things aren't really explained by the characters but through context, which makes it a bit hard to understand at times (specifically with the time skips). So far I'm really enjoying it, my only gripe is that ALL the short, bald, heavy-set dudes with a grey mustache LOOK THE SAME.

Monster! That's such an awesome series! ♥

I loved it so much. Watched it some 15 years ago. Definitely still among my top 10 anime ever. Earlier this year, I managed to persuade my husband (who has never read manga or watched anime on tv because he's not into, er, cartoony stuff ) to read the manga. I told him the story is brilliant. There are no magical girls and no fantastic ninja techniques. He bought the first book for a start, got completely hooked, then ended up buying and reading the entire set. He loved it. (He's now reading my old collection of Slam Dunk manga. )

I hope you enjoy it as much as we have. Dr Tenma is one of my favourite anime characters of all time.

 

[Midoriya]

I'm on episode 19 now of the English dub of Hunter x Hunter (2011), and I'm loving it so far. The first arc ends after episode 26, so once I finish the first arc, I'll swap back to watching Naruto and finish that as well.