The Anime Thread

[Midoriya]

Get ready to DEFEND. THIS. HOUSE! The Rising Of The Shield Hero season two episode six is here!

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E6, "Racing to Catch Up"

Naofumi and the others struggle against Kyo. Just then, L'Arc, Therese, and Glass break into the room. Kyo uses the Spirit Tortoise to try and kill the army, but Fitoria, the Filolial queen arrives, and protects them while fighting the Spirit Tortoise. He also uses the Tortoise's Gravity Magic to make Naofumi and everyone hit the ground. Unfortunately for him, Rishia still stands and can fight thanks to her ki manipulation. She sets free the other three Cardinal Heroes, and then attacks Kyo. Ost Hourai upgrades Naofumi's shield and he's able to use the Spirit Tortoise Heart Shield thanks to her. The opening theme for season two plays as Kyo yells at him to stop, and Naofumi doesn't want to, but his shield unleashes a giant blast that destroys the Spirit Tortoise's core (once Fitoria has destroyed the head and L'Arc's party destroyed the heart). With his plans in shambles, Kyo reveals that he accomplished his ultimate goal, and has a vial of the souls he's collected thanks to the Spirit Tortoise. He escapes back into L'Arc's world, and L'Arc's party follows him to try and stop him. Naofumi can't gain access at first, but is given access, and him, Raphtalia, Filo, and Rishia jump into the other heroes' world. Ost Hourai comments that she is glad to have been considered a comrade as she dies, and the Spirit Tortoise dies as well, evaporating completely. Fitoria watches in amazement as the remains from the Spirit Tortoise produce new life and greenery where a desert once was.

Just what awaits our heroes in L'Arc's world? Find out next episode!

Up next time on Shield Hero season two, episode seven. "Infinite Labyrinth." You won't want to miss it! ​

 

[slzzpz]

Just finished Ranking of Kings, great series! Started watching Attack on Titan again and hoping to not fall off once more lol.

 

[Reginald Fairfield]

I asked a couple coworkers for an anime title with ninja or samurai, other than Naruto. They both said Samurai Jack.

Also the following it on the rightstuf shop for $4 for 12 episodes on DVD. Plot sounds like and old movie titled Footloose, where music is banned. The anime is called Samurai Jam Bakamatsu Rock, and it has one positive review.

 

[LadyDestani]

I finally finished GeGeGe no Kitaro (2018). I've been working on it for months since it's 97 episodes and I only watched it on days when I was all caught up on the currently airing anime that I was following. I'm glad I stuck with it to the end, though.

It was fairly formulaic with each episode being largely predictable, but that didn't bother me because it was a great opportunity to learn about many of the Japanese yokai. There were some yokai that I loved so much I wish they had gotten more than just one episode, but at least now that I know about them I can look up more information at my leisure.

I will say that around the midway point and again towards the end, the story arcs did get quite serious and there was some nice character growth. Overall, I really enjoyed it.

 

[Midoriya]

I'm on episode 252 of Naruto Shippuden now. I've officially passed the halfway point! I have to say,

Spoiler: MAJOR spoilers for the show

Seeing Minato and Kushina's past was heartbreaking and made me emotional, since they sacrificed themselves to protect Naruto and seal the Nine Tails inside him.

Naruto finally gaining control of the Nine Tails power was amazing. As was the fight between Might Guy and Kisame. I'm interested to see how things go from here. It's definitely a lot more exciting than the filler from last season.

Non-spoiler thoughts: Here, have funny video.

 

[Corrie]

What's the general verdict on Spy x Family? Worth watching? I don't think it's done airing yet but-

 

[LadyDestani]

What's the general verdict on Spy x Family? Worth watching? I don't think it's done airing yet but-

Spy x Family is about 6 episodes in so far and I'm really enjoying it. It's sweet and fun to watch.

I started watching Moriarty the Patriot today! I've been wanting to see it since it first came out but it wasn't on Crunchyroll. Now with the Funimation merger, I've finally gained access to it. I've only watched the first episode so far, but it's captured my interest.

 

[Midoriya]

Get ready to DEFEND. THIS. HOUSE! The Rising Of The Shield Hero season two episode seven is here!

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E7, "Infinite Labyrinth"

Naofumi, Raphtalia, and Rishia find themselves in another world, reset back to level one, and separated from Filo. They are stuck in what is known as the Infinite Labyrinth, a temporal prison. There they meet Kizuna, the Hunting Cardinal Hero. The four of them walk to the edge of the Infinite Labyrinth, but are unable to leave. Naofumi notices a bug in the system, however, and exploits it so they can all escape the prison. Just what awaits them now that they're free?

Up next time on Shield Hero season two, episode eight. "A Parting in the Snow." You won't want to miss it! ​

 

[Reginald Fairfield]

I finally finished GeGeGe no Kitaro (2018). I've been working on it for months since it's 97 episodes and I only watched it on days when I was all caught up on the currently airing anime that I was following. I'm glad I stuck with it to the end, though.

It was fairly formulaic with each episode being largely predictable, but that didn't bother me because it was a great opportunity to learn about many of the Japanese yokai. There were some yokai that I loved so much I wish they had gotten more than just one episode, but at least now that I know about them I can look up more information at my leisure.

I will say that around the midway point and again towards the end, the story arcs did get quite serious and there was some nice character growth. Overall, I really enjoyed it.

Is that the new version that made fun of Jake Paul type youtube people?

 

[LadyDestani]

Is that the new version that made fun of Jake Paul type youtube people?

I'm not sure who Jake Paul is, but it was set in modern times and there were some episodes about the dangers of social media.

 

[Neb]

After 7 years of watching anime semi-regularly I finally watched a few episodes of Sailor Moon. The lead voice actress’ voice is ear grating and the plot makes no sense, but I love the art and fast pace. It’s refreshing to watch an anime that doesn’t go at a snail’s pace (even a lot of anime I like have this issue).

 

[Reginald Fairfield]

I'm not sure who Jake Paul is, but it was set in modern times and there were some episodes about the dangers of social media.

He did some unintelligent things for his channel while visiting Japan once. Sounds like it. I've been wanting to see that show, now I know what it's called.

 

[Midoriya]

Almost finished with season twelve of Naruto Shippuden. The action and emotions in the war arc so far has been nice, but I definitely still believe they should have ended the show after the Pain arc.

I'm looking forward to getting closer to finishing the show. Once I finish it I'm not sure what series I'll binge next. I'll probably watch season 5 of the English dub of MHA first. Then I'll either watch the original Inuyasha or just take a break from anime for awhile.

 

[amemome]

Started Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun and also Ascendance of a Bookworm season 3. I kinda wish I waited for Bookworm to finish airing before starting though because now I'm caught up and kinda forgetting what happened thus far. Luckily Bookworm starts with a small recap so I'm not completely lost!

I'm hoping this season's frontrunners finish airing soon so I can binge-watch them.

 

[Neb]

I decided to watch the first episode of Legend of The Galactic Heroes. The audio quality and animation are definitely dated, but the art style and story hold up well. Sci-fi anime are rare, so I'm more than happy with this.

 

[Midoriya]

Get ready to DEFEND. THIS. HOUSE! The Rising Of The Shield Hero season two episode eight is here!

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E8, "A Parting in the Snow"

Naofumi, Raphtalia, Rishia, and Kizuna quickly flee where they landed when they escaped the Infinite Labyrinth, and head for the capital city of Mikakage in order to use its Dragon Hourglass to teleport back to Sikul, the country where Kizuna was summoned to. They continue to grind for levels and make money. Then, while it's snowing, they storm the building where the Dragon Hourglass is being kept. Unfortunately for Naofumi and party, they run into a genius mage who has been sponsored by Kyo to capture Naofumi and his party, dead or alive. They make it past them, but while trying to use the Return Codex to teleport, Raphtalia can't go with them. Naofumi screams as he, Rishia, and Kizuna are separated from Raphtalia, and Raphtalia is all alone with the enemy. Oh no! Just how will our heroes rescue her?

Up next time on Shield Hero season two, episode nine. "Humming Fairy." You won't want to miss it! ​

 

[Reginald Fairfield]

Almost finished with season twelve of Naruto Shippuden. The action and emotions in the war arc so far has been nice, but I definitely still believe they should have ended the show after the Pain arc.

I'm looking forward to getting closer to finishing the show. Once I finish it I'm not sure what series I'll binge next. I'll probably watch season 5 of the English dub of MHA first. Then I'll either watch the original Inuyasha or just take a break from anime for awhile.

Then you'll just have the movies left to watch.

 

[Midoriya]

Finished season twelve of Naruto Shippuden. Season thirteen is starting out really good. I REALLY can't wait to get to episode 327 or 328 though to hear that one OST song and see something special (won't spoil what it is). I'm around 50 episodes or less away from it and it's going to be so epic, along with the rest of the story that unfolds.

 

[Lady Timpani]

After 7 years of watching anime semi-regularly I finally watched a few episodes of Sailor Moon. The lead voice actress’ voice is ear grating and the plot makes no sense, but I love the art and fast pace. It’s refreshing to watch an anime that doesn’t go at a snail’s pace (even a lot of anime I like have this issue).

Kotono Mitsubishi (Usagi) also famously voices Misato Katsuragi from Evangelion and Juri Arisugawa from Utena; she has a lot of range. I think they were really playing up the irresponsible crybaby angle of her character with that decision.

I've also been (re)watching Sailor Moon veeeery slowly and am almost done with season one. I started Way of the Househusband yesterday and it's pretty cute, but I wasn't expecting it to be a sketch show more than anything else. I really like their cat, though, his bits are always fun.

 

[Midoriya]

Kotono Mitsubishi (Usagi) also famously voices Misato Katsuragi from Evangelion and Juri Arisugawa from Utena; she has a lot of range. I think they were really playing up the irresponsible crybaby angle of her character with that decision.

I've also been (re)watching Sailor Moon veeeery slowly and am almost done with season one. I started Way of the Househusband yesterday and it's pretty cute, but I wasn't expecting it to be a sketch show more than anything else. I really like their cat, though, his bits are always fun.

I was actually recommended Way of the Househusband by a close friend. I really need to watch it, lol.