The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic – 08 – The Knights of Summer
Rose is at the reins of the wagon bearing the Rescue Team to the battlefield, and Ken is at her side. He asks about the demons they’re about to engage, and Rose describes them as being essentially really strong humans with horns and more mana. When she asks if he’s afraid, he implies he’s much … Continue reading "The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic – 08 – The Knights of Summer"
Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy – S2 07 – Meanwhile, at the Demiplane
Makoto returns home to find a huge, majestic new house and a banquet being held in his honor. To his shock, Mio has cooked almost everything, and it all tastes great! His praise brings tears to her eyes, but rather than drag him to the bedroom like I expected, she hurries back to Tsige to … Continue reading "Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy – S2 07 – Meanwhile, at the Demiplane"
Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen – 07 – Mall of the Damned
Now that we’re up to speed on the horrific circumstances of her past and torturous circumstances of her present, what does the future hold for Kamiki Izumo? Can she, like, maybe catch a fucking break at some point? The last couple weeks have made clear that she’s not just a prisoner of the Illuminati, but also … Continue reading "Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen – 07 – Mall of the Damned"
Shin no Nakama – S2 07 – Children Are the Future
Red, Rit, and Ruti overhear the voices of a bunch of cute kids practicing their spearwork for their Blessings, and decide to help out. The three of the prove to be personable and engaging instructors. If he didn’t own an apothecary, he could probably open a dojo and teach the next generation. When the town … Continue reading "Shin no Nakama – S2 07 – Children Are the Future"
Tales of Wedding Rings – 07 – Great Fool of Little Caution
Not five minutes after arriving in the remote but lively Water Kingdom of Maasa, a cloaked young lady approaches Satou, declares herself a big fan, offers him a bouquet … and then kisses him. This is no random girl, but the Maiden of the Water Ring herself, Princess Saphir Maasa. When Satou looks down at … Continue reading "Tales of Wedding Rings – 07 – Great Fool of Little Caution"
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 23 – Dungeon Raiding, as a Treat
Sense, First Class Mage and proctor, explains the second exam to the eighteen remaining examinees: All they need to do is reach the deepest level of the dungeon of the King’s Tomb. She’ll accompany them down there, so she’ll know if and when anyone accomplishes this goal. With her prehensile hair she issues everyone a … Continue reading "Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – 23 – Dungeon Raiding, as a Treat"
The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic – 07 – The Essential Third Wheel
First, the bad news: For those of you hoping the action would get started, you’ll have to wait at least another week. Honestly, I was not one of those people. I’m glad to have as much time with these excellent, endearing characters as possible before the fighting, bleeding, and killing starts (also, there’s no guarantee … Continue reading "The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic – 07 – The Essential Third Wheel"
Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy – S2 06 – A League of Their Own
Two weeks since he became a teacher and the Rotsgard store finding success despite the Ogres running it, Makoto has to fend off incessant political marriage proposals from students, suggesting his status at the academy has risen. But more importantly, Tomoe and Mio are back, and with significant screen time! In fact, most of this … Continue reading "Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy – S2 06 – A League of Their Own"
Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen – 06 – Outfoxed
This week is given over entirely to the story of Kamiki Izumo’s childhood—if you can call it that—and it’s a tough watch, even during its more comedic moments. At no point does anyone in this episode treat Izumo like the child she is. We open with her ostensible mother, Tamamo, crying on her shoulder about … Continue reading "Ao no Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati-hen – 06 – Outfoxed"
Shin no Nakama – S2 06 – Laying Low in St. Durant
As the gang meets to determine how to deal with an impending visit from the new Hero Van, Yarandrala suggests Ruti simply get out of town for the duration of Van’s visit, accompanied by Red and Rit. Tisse suggests they head to the tourist destination of St Durant, whose Hero was a burly lumberjack who … Continue reading "Shin no Nakama – S2 06 – Laying Low in St. Durant"