The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 04 – The Prince from Across the Sea
Johan and Sei receive word from the king that a prince from the distant kingdom of Zaidera is traveling to Salutania as an exchange student at the royal academy. Due to the fact Sei’s status as Holy Saint is a state secret, the king requests that Sei remain sequestered in the royal palace for the … Continue reading "The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 04 – The Prince from Across the Sea"
The Eminence in Shadow – 24 – Another World Is Not Enough
A group of ruffians start threatening seemingly defenseless employees of Mitsugoshi (Gamma’s corporation), but soon wish they hadn’t, as the three girls they’re harassing are actually full-fledged members of Shadow Garden. Alpha is leading a comprehensive purge of any and all threats to Mitsugoshi. But economic battles in the Royal Capital aren’t just fought with … Continue reading "The Eminence in Shadow – 24 – Another World Is Not Enough"
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 07 – A Tiger Can’t Change Its Stripes
While sleeping, Frieren dreams of the time she received the finest example yet of a grimoire claimed to be written by her master Flamme. To humans, Flamme might as well be a fairy tale, and Frieren may be the only person still alive who remembers her face; who remembers Flamme the person. And as she mentions … Continue reading "Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 07 – A Tiger Can’t Change Its Stripes"
The Ancient Magus’ Bride – S2 15 – Those Eyes Don’t Cry
Sealed off from the outside world, the students have a study group in the courtyard, something Chise’s happy about. When studying gets a little old, Violet and Jasmine break out some wooden magical puzzles for everyone to enjoy. It’s another first for Chise, but I already knew she’d unlock her puzzle instantly. I didn’t know … Continue reading "The Ancient Magus’ Bride – S2 15 – Those Eyes Don’t Cry"
The Eminence in Shadow – 23 – Rather Over the Top
Claire and Mary reach the top of the tower, but Cid isn’t there. Then, in an instant, Claire is impaled through the shoulder by one of the slowly awakening Vampire Queen Elizabeth’s tendrils. She’s then carried to Elizabeth’s waiting fangs, which sink into her neck. Moments later, the vampiress is beheaded =by Beta, who has … Continue reading "The Eminence in Shadow – 23 – Rather Over the Top"
The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 03 – Ballin’ Out
Sei is unexpectedly summoned to the Royal Palace for not one but two official events: her official debut as the Kingdom’s Saint, and the royal ball later that night. It is reiterated that Sei can be rather insecure and unconfident about such things, as she lacks the self esteem she should have. However, whenever Al … Continue reading "The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 03 – Ballin’ Out"
The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 02 – The Taste of Home
While en route to Morgenhaffen via carriage, Sei is gently woken up by Albert, and the two exchange admiring looks, all before Sei wakes up for real. Turns out Albert couldn’t join her on the trip, but she’s here with Jude and Wolff, and Oscar also shows up. Nevertheless, the Saint can’t just wander around … Continue reading "The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent – S2 02 – The Taste of Home"
Reign of the Seven Spellblades – 15 (Fin) – Never Let Me Go
Joe’s orbs end up doing the trick: even though Pete trips before he can toss the flare, everyone sees it and race to the source. As he sinks into the bog, utterly exhausted, he says he doesn’t want to die there, and wants to see everyone again. He gets his wish: he doesn’t die, and Oliver, … Continue reading "Reign of the Seven Spellblades – 15 (Fin) – Never Let Me Go"
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 06 – Fun and Ridiculous
When Fern visits Stark as he trains through the night, she can the sense fear and doubt in him. After all, he believes the dragon is only staying away because it doesn’t feel like it. The scar on his head is from a strike from Eisen, not a monster. But when Fern takes his weathered, … Continue reading "Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 06 – Fun and Ridiculous"
The Ancient Magus’ Bride – S2 14 – The Lure of Freedom
When Chise takes Philomena to her room, Alcyone says that Philomena is “very adverse to destroying things.” ‘Mena comes to and asks Chise why she’s being so nice to her. Chise’s response—that in Mena she saw someone kind but in pain, like her, whom she wanted to help if she could—perplexes Mena, who was bred … Continue reading "The Ancient Magus’ Bride – S2 14 – The Lure of Freedom"