The Anime Thread

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Watched the 2002 Slice of Life anime Haibane Renmei

Now easily one of my favorite anime ever, and only 13 episodes. It leaves you with more questions than answers and has excellent pacing. Faces issues including suicide, guilt, self worth, love, forgiveness, and salvation.

Not to mention the animation is gorgeous. I would reccomend especially to Studio Ghibli fans.

 

[Midoriya]

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

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E9, "Humming Fairy"

Naofumi, Rishia, and Kizuna are unable to go back to Raphtalia's location using the Dragon Hourglass. They go back to Kizuna's people and enlist the help of Ethnobalt in order to create a shikigami for Naofumi. Kizuna already has a shikigami named Chris, and using Raphtalia's hair Naofumi creates one called Raph-Chan. They then use his shikigami and Ethnobalt's transportation powers to go find Raphtalia and Filo. While walking through the streets of an enemy country they encounter the place where Filo is being held and forced to do shows. Naofumi, Rishia, and Kizuna break in at night and rescue Filo. Later they come back and see the wanted signs for them, but one for the Katana Vassal Weapon Hero as well. Just then Naofumi notices that Raphtalia's stats have disappeared! Oh no! But the shikigami of her is still alive. Just what could this mean for our heroes?

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

 

[Autumn247]

I finally got myself a Netflix subscription, started watching Kotaro Lives Alone

 

[slzzpz]

Watching Hellsing Ultimate!

 

[nyx~]

I haven't started a long series in a while since school was coming to an end and I was super busy, but I have been watching a few airing series. First is Spy x Family, which I absolutely love. Anya is so adorable (which it's extremely rare for me to not find a child character annoying) and I love the plot a lot and can't wait to see where it goes. I'm also watching Shikimori is Not Just a Cutie, which honestly isn't that amazing but it is a cute romance, and I love the animation style.

Other than that I've been waiting for the Komi Can't Communicate dub to come out since that's what I watched the first part in, as well as contemplated what long series I'm gonna start for the summer!

 

[BakaRina]

I started watching Love Live! this week and I'm close to finishing the first season of it. So far I'm enjoyiing it. I started watching season 3 of Kaguya: Love is War and caught up with the latest epsiode this morning. I can't wait for the next episode soon!

I also started rewatching Overlord and Detective Conan whenever I have some free time since it had been a while since I've last seen their episodes.

 

[Lady Timpani]

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

It's cute! I haven't watched any more of it but the first two episodes are funny. The art style is kind of neat too, it's more like the manga has come to life panel by panel.

 

[BakaRina]

I finished the first season of Love Live and started to watch the second season this morning. Hopefully I'll be finished with it soon to move onto the movie and then the sequel next.

 

[Midoriya]

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

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E10, "Katana Hero"

Raphtalia finds herself in prison with L'Arc, Therese, and Glass. The four of them work together to escape and get away. They fight and eat together as Raphtalia grows. They then decide to try and meet with Kizuna's group, but arrive at the choosing of the Katana Vassal Weapon party. Kazuki is there too, and goes to try and wield the weapon. Unfortunately for him, the weapon chooses Raphtalia (and also probably unfortunate for Raphtalia and her group because they have to escape again). Raphtalia arrives at a shrine for the Katana Hero, and is given a new outfit that strengthens her abilities. Kazuki shows up and him and Raphtalia duel, with Raphtalia winning the duel. Another beast is after Raphtalia, and just when she's out of strength and it seems it's the end for her, lo and behold, Naofumi, Filo, Kizuna, and Rishia arrive! Raphtalia tries to explain to Naofumi, but Naofumi is just glad to see her again. And she has matured into the Katana Hero of Glass's world too! Just what awaits our heroes next now that they've regrouped?

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

 

[WriterofWritings]

I finally have time to watch Yashahime this summer! I've managed to avoid spoilers so I'm looking forward to it. ^.^
Inuyasha was my first anime, about 10ish years ago, so hopefully this kind of lives up to that.

 

[Midoriya]

I finished season 13 of Naruto Shippuden!

Not much to say about this season other than the ninja battles in the war arc were cool. Especially watching Kakashi and Might Guy fight together like they did in the last war. Very interesting and fun duo.

Up next there's a five episode season called "Power" which I plan on watching, and then just seasons 15, 16, and 17 left. However, there's still a ton of episodes to get through before reaching the end. And after that I will be watching the movies.

Onto the next season!

 

[LadyDestani]

Episode 10 of Spy x Family was hilarious! I don't laugh out loud while watching things very often, but this episode had me rolling.

Spoiler

The DBZ reference was so unexpected and brilliant!

I can't wait to see what they come up with next!

 

[DarkDesertFox]

It's been awhile since I've gotten to really dive into anime, but given my new relationship status I sure have some newfound time lol. Anyways, I watched Spy x Family up until episode 9 with my sister so far. Absolutely loving that anime, it's a real gem. I also finally got around to watching the Demon Slayer Mugen Train movie which was good. Excited to start the next season of that, but it only looked like it was 11 episodes? I also want to get around to watching the second season of Love is War as well.

 

[Midoriya]

It's been awhile since I've gotten to really dive into anime, but given my new relationship status I sure have some newfound time lol. Anyways, I watched Spy x Family up until episode 9 with my sister so far. Absolutely loving that anime, it's a real gem. I also finally got around to watching the Demon Slayer Mugen Train movie which was good. Excited to start the next season of that, but it only looked like it was 11 episodes? I also want to get around to watching the second season of Love is War as well.

Demon Slayer is so good! It may only be 11 episodes, but each episode has so much going for it. I think you'll enjoy it.

I really need to watch Spy x Family! I mostly stick to shounen series, but it's been recommended so much here and other places that I must simply give it a chance!

I'll probably watch it in full once I finish one of the series I'm currently on.

 

[Midoriya]

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

Spoiler: for Shield Hero S2E11, "Kizuna"

The episode starts off with L'arc and party catching up with Naofumi and the others. Then we see Kazuki fall apart like a Jenga tower and die because he didn't listen to the people trying to heal him. Kyo plans his next move. Meanwhile, Kizuna convinces L'arc and company to not attack Naofumi's party anymore, and instead try to work with them to stop the Waves. After upgrading their equipment, Yomogi Emarl, Kyo's childhood friend, attacks Naofumi and everyone else. She is quickly repelled, and the sword Kyo gave her is destroyed. Kizuna sits down to talk with her and turn her to Naofumi's side. Just as things seem to be going in the right direction, however, multiple Waves appear across the sky thanks to Kyo's experiments and efforts. Kizuna's party is separated from Naofumi's party and sent near Kyo's lab. Just how will our heroes be able to fend off this major catastrophe?

Up next time on Shield Hero season two, episode twelve. "Reason to Fight." You won't want to miss it! ​

 

[Fullmetalwwant]

So here's a story about how I got into anime. My first anime was DragonBall Z. But, being young at the time, I thought it was just another cartoon. My buddy in high school years later got me to watch Fullmetal Alchemist so while that is my first anime, DBZ is considered the first by default! A few of my favorite animes include the DBZ series (I still have to watch Super), Brotherhood, Keroro Gunso, Shield Hero and my personal favorite, Gin Tama!

 

[Neb]

I’ve watched two Kyoto Animations anime and neither of them really impress me outside of their animation. The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya isn’t very funny and Love, Chuunibyou, and Other Delusions is insufferably boring. They’re not bad, but they aren’t great either. Are Kyoto Animation’s other shows better?

 

[StarlitGlitch]

Watched the 2002 Slice of Life anime Haibane Renmei

Now easily one of my favorite anime ever, and only 13 episodes. It leaves you with more questions than answers and has excellent pacing. Faces issues including suicide, guilt, self worth, love, forgiveness, and salvation.

Not to mention the animation is gorgeous. I would reccomend especially to Studio Ghibli fans.

I'm going to check it out!

 

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Tried watching Black Clover... it was bad and really just the most cookie cutter shonen ive ever seen


However I did also start Mushi-Shi which is excellent despite being pretty slow-paced

 

[Corrie]

I’ve watched two Kyoto Animations anime and neither of them really impress me outside of their animation. The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya isn’t very funny and Love, Chuunibyou, and Other Delusions is insufferably boring. They’re not bad, but they aren’t great either. Are Kyoto Animation’s other shows better?

I really liked A Silent Voice, even though that's a movie.

It depends on your sense of humour but I found Nichijou entertaining and Lucky Star is funny if you're into the otaku type slice of life humour. I have a soft spot for K-On! even though it's a moe blob show but it's definitely not for everyone.

I've heard good thing about Violet Evergarden but I've never seen it myself.

That said, a lot of KyoAni shows are very moe slice of life so honestly if that's not your thing, you might have better luck checking out other company's works.