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So far, I’ve dropped four series: Marronier (just too slow-paced), Dandivine (I can see what they’re going for, but it didn’t evoke the right kind of nostalgia for me), Laid-Off Cheat-Granting Mage (artwork style used for background characters was unappealing), and Horror Collector (the horror bits were just too clichéd).
Hanging by a thread: Firefly Wedding (we’ll see what I think after I’ve watched the second episode), Suikoden (I have fond feelings for the game and want to see how they handle the adaptation, but was not overly impressed by the premiere).
Haven’t watched yet: Dark Machine and the as-yet-unpremiered Fool Night.
Best surprise so far: Psyren—I won’t claim it’s brilliant, but as an action show to crash in front of and turn your brain off, the first couple of eps have worked.
I’ve mostly been on an older (esp. 80s/90s) animation binge lately (both Japanese anime + Western cartoons) but I finally got around to watching the end of Oregairu (aka SNAFU) earlier this month. I don’t know that I have much to say about it really, but it occurred to me that the line in this screenshot could apply to a lot of anime… 😛️
Man, I did not like season 3 and its ending when it came out. The whole thing was so wishy-washy, convoluted and non-sensical at times. Such a shame, because I loved S1 and 2
Yeah, I didn’t care for it that much either, and a lot of S3 was pretty forgettable compared to the earlier material… although the meeting scene in episode 7 did make me laugh out loud.
I wanted to watch Reincarnated as a Sword S2 (aka Sword Dad), but when I started I realized I didn’t remember anything from S1. I watched some reviews and read some recaps but for so many things I just drew a blank. Guess it’s time to rewatch S1.
Otherwise, Apothecary Diaries is getting into its stride again and I love it. Ramparts of Ice S2 is great too. I love how it’s more or less the opposite of You And I Are Polar Opposites in how the relationships work out.
This has been so far a bit slow season. I’m watching The Apothecary Diares season 3, and well… I don’t know, maybe I was expecting more, considering we’re into season 3. I’m also not fan of the new setting, not to mention the profound lack of interaction (or progress!) between the two leads. Feels it’s been 3 episodes of a lot of nothing, with a very small side dish of the season overarching mysterious plot.
I’m also watching Ramparts of Ice season 2. Season 1 surprised me with how good it was. But season 2 is becoming a bit too heavy too fast, and I think I’ll wait until all eps are done before resuming watching it.
Finally, started watching Romelia War Chronicles (I apologise if that’s not the English name); it’s fine so far. Nothing too great, but also good enough to convince me to watch a bit more. That said, the main lead def needs a bit more time developing her character; so far it’s a bit hard to get her.
So, overall, a bland start to this season. Thank goodness for backlogs!
The heavy knight ones pretty good but it gives me nostalgic mmo vibes so I’m a bit biased. I don’t mind the cgi in it because I kinda hope they release a game lol. And Lucy(Ruche) is my favorite character.
I hope someone creates a condensed version of it eventually, with all the recap/repeats cut out. It would be half the run time but 10 times more enjoyable.
That’s annoying, I read it so I just enjoy the fighting animations. I kind of think recaps and what not should be done away with. Some I’ve watched, I kind of realized it’s a 10 minute episode after a recap and intro/outro songs.
I would go and say that, beyond the comedy, the abridged stuff makes for a better experience.
I have been traveling recently, but have had a chance to check out a couple new shows this season. Some early impressions:
- Laid-Off Cheat-Granting Mage - Holy production value Batman! This one has been a joy to watch, based on the animation quality on its own. The story has been whatever, but that isn’t why I am watching this at this point.
- Reborn as a Space Mercenary - As somebody that played EVE Online for like 15 years, the universe this is set in stokes those same nostalgic embers. The story has been fine so far, but I am loving the world it has built more. Keeping this one for now.
- World’s Strongest Witch - I love this manga, and the anime has been fine so far. I am looking forward to this continuing to be more and more unhinged as we go.
- Romelia War Chronicle - This has been an interesting adaptation that I have mixed feelings about. I still think I am overall liking it more than not, but comparing the manga adaptation with the choices they have made in the anime has been really interesting.
Returning shows:
- Reincarnated Aristocrat - more of the same as previous seasons…still liking this one.
- Reincarnated as a Sword - the production value has seen a significant step up for this season in my opinion. Same old lovable characters, but now with extra juicy action animation.
