Reiner considers killing himself Episode 3 - "The Door of Hope" The 3rd episode of Attack on Titan, “The Door of Hope,” begins with Reiner remembering a past conversation with his mother. She tells him they have “demon blood” inside them and that his father abandoned them because he was a Marleyan. She weeps. The … Continue reading Attack on Titan Episode 3: Recap and Review
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 12: Recap and Review
Sukuna and Mahito laughing at Yuji's pain Episode 12 - "To You Someday" Jujutsu Kaisen episode 12, “To You Someday,” shows the tragic end of Juupei. Yuji ignores the orders from Nanami and Ijichi to “not to make a move.” Episode 12 briefly introduces us to a new sorcerer, Takuma Ino. Nanami leaves Ino to … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 12: Recap and Review
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 11: Recap and Review
Juupei becomes a jujutsu sorcerer Episode 11 - "Narrow-Minded" In the beginning of Jujutsu Kaisen episode 11, Nanami goes “overtime,” Mahito notes that he made a “vow” with himself “to limit himself in order to gain greater power once he goes into overtime.” In Jujutsu Kaisen, vows with oneself imposes some restriction on the user … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 11: Recap and Review
Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 24: Recap and Review
Hinata and Kageyama put it all on the line Episode 24 - "Monster Ball" Haikyuu!! To the Top episode 24, “Monster’s Ball,” concludes the dramatic game between Karasuno and Inarizaki. In the last episode, Hinata put Karasuno up 26 - 25 when he scored with an instinctive foot save. Up match point the team is … Continue reading Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 24: Recap and Review
Fire Force Season 2, Episode 24: Recap and Review
Captain Hague meets his end Episode 24 - "Signs of Upheaval" Fire Force season 2 episode 24 is the last episode of the second season. Benimaru runs Shinra and Arthur to the point of exhaustion. The demand to know “what the point of this training is.” Benimaru tells them he doesn’t know. Enraged, they attack … Continue reading Fire Force Season 2, Episode 24: Recap and Review
Attack on Titan Season 4, Episode 2: Recap and Review
Gabi is celebrates for her heroism Episode 2 - "Midnight Train" Attack on Titan season 4, episode 2 opens with a meeting with the general. Despite the victories that Marley earned at Fort Slava, the general is concerned with the ability to kill Titans other nations gaining. Marley is beginning to lose the arms race. … Continue reading Attack on Titan Season 4, Episode 2: Recap and Review
Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Movie – Mugen Train Review
Demon Slayer - The Mugen Train Arc The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga was first published in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2016 until May 2020. The series was written and illustrated by Koyoharu Gotoge. Demon Slayer tells the tragic story of Tanjiro Kamado and his sister Nezuko, who become orphans after their family is massacred by a … Continue reading Kimetsu no Yaiba: The Movie – Mugen Train Review
Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin) Season 4, Episode 1: Recap and Review
Suicide Titans, the Marley army has a new tactic Season 4, Episode 1: The Other Side of the Sea Attack on Titan makes it an anticipated return for its final season, and it didn't disappoint. Episode 1, "the Other Side of the Sea," introduces us to several new characters and two returning ones. Falco, Colt, Gabi, … Continue reading Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin) Season 4, Episode 1: Recap and Review
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 10: Recap and Review
Episode 10 - "Idle Transfiguration" In the tenth episode of Jujutsu Kaisen, Yuji and Ijichi investigate Junpei while Mahito and Nanami square off. After a flashback of Junpei being bullied, he explains to Mahito that he believes in "indifference." Mahito encourages Junpei's killer instincts. It remains to be seen if Junpei takes the next step to … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 10: Recap and Review
Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 23: Recap and Review
Kageyama focuses down match point Episode 23 - "The Birth of the Serene King" The twenty-third episode of Haikyuu!! To the Top begins with the Inarizaki up 18-17 on Karasuno. Suna quickly scores, telling Tsukishima that "he lacks stamina." In the next point, Tsukishima and Kageyama fail to implement a synchronized attack, resulting in an error. They each … Continue reading Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 23: Recap and Review
Fire Force Episode 23: Recap and Review
Episode 23 - "Firecat" Fire Force episode 23 opens with Shinra debriefing Captain Obi, Captain Hibana, and Licht on what Dr. Giovanni said to him in episode 22. Shinra tells them about Leiutenent Konro and heads with Captain Hibana to the 7th. Captain Konro isn't present, he is headed to a storage shed alone. When they arrive they witness … Continue reading Fire Force Episode 23: Recap and Review
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 9: Recap and Review
Mahito likes talking to Junpei Episode 9 - "Young Fish and Reverse Punishment" Junpei Yoshino is a young Satozakura High School that is often bullied by his classmates. They claim that he was sexually harassing a female student. Junpei is the boy we saw questioning Mahito at the end of Jujutsu Kaisen episode 8. He skips school … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 9: Recap and Review
Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 22: Recap and Review
Hinata makes an important save in the game Episode 22 - "Pitons" Haikyuu!! To the Top episode 22, "Pitons," Inarzaki becomes inspired by the set from Atsumu. Riseki starts with a service ace. Coach Ukai calls a time-out. He tells the team that "Riseki's serves should be manageable for them to receive and stop." After Aran scores … Continue reading Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 22: Recap and Review
Fire Force Episode 22: Recap and Review
Shinra looking demonic after Dr. Giovanni mentions Sho Episode 22 - "Plot for Extinction" Fire Force episode 22 opens with Arthur and Shinra fighting the creepy Dr. Giovanni. Shinra strikes him with firey kicks, and Arthur uses Violet Flash. However, Dr. Giovanni avoids it by reading Arthur's pheromones. He counters with Bombardier Beetle, spraying hot gas at the pair. Giovanni … Continue reading Fire Force Episode 22: Recap and Review
Top 5 Drama-Preserving Handicap in Anime
Shonen anime generally fall into the same trap. How do our heroes going to defeat the all-powerful villain? The trope general requires a hero of modest beginnings and his friends to travel the world trying to either stop a villain from gaining more power or getting released. In order to keep the series interesting, the … Continue reading Top 5 Drama-Preserving Handicap in Anime
Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 8: Recap and Review
Aoi Todo is a beast Episode 8 - "Boring" In episode 8 of Jujutsu Kaisen, the Kyoto Principal visits the Tokyo campus and brings two of his students, Aoi Todo and Mai Zenin. Before they arrive, Megumi and Nobara are doing an errand for Maki. Meanwhile, Panda expresses concern about principal Gakuganji brings his students. Aoi and Mai quickly … Continue reading Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 8: Recap and Review
Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 21: Recap and Review
Episode 21 - "Hero" Haikyuu!! To the Top episode 21, "Hero," depicts the start of the third and final set, between Karasuno and Inarizaki. Karasuno maintains its lead after Kageyama blocks Aran. Inarizaki's Suna makes a quick attack, Tsukishima attempts to block but Suna twists his body to make the spike. However, Daichi receives the … Continue reading Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 21: Recap and Review
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10. Fairy Tail Manga vols. 63 Aug 2006 - Jul 2017 MAL Score: 7.67 Fairy Tail is a manga and anime series created by Hiro Mashima. Published in Shounen Magazine in 2006, the series released 549 chapters before ending in 2017. Fairy Tail focuses on Natsu Dragneel, a fire mage, as he searches for his dragon foster father, … Continue reading Top 10 Most popular manga based on MAL
Fire Force Episode 21: Recap and Review
Dr. Giovanni and his creepy insect mods Episode 21 - "Enemy Contact" Juggernaut loses his left hand as well as the feeling in his leg. He thanks Tamaki for giving him "courage." As he passes out, the Infernal surround them. Tamaki prepares to fight them all to get Juggernaut to the surface. Elsewhere, Company 2 … Continue reading Fire Force Episode 21: Recap and Review
Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 20: Recap and Review
Episode 20 - "Leader" In episode 20 of Haikyuu!! To the Top, "Leader," Inarizaki's team captain Shinsuke Kita enters the game. Kita is blunt. He immediately intimidates his teammates. Once the game continues, Kita is up to serve. Daichi receives then Kageyama gets the set to Asahi. When Asahi thinks he made the block-out, Kita dives to keep the … Continue reading Haikyuu!! To the Top Episode 20: Recap and Review