Category Archives: first impressions

Introducing Myself to Muv Luv

Posted on July 4, 2012 by ghostlightning

[For something more detailed and yet introductory, check out this post by r042] @R042 @quattro_maeda it's kind of hard to go in cold to a show that's spin-off of a sequel of a sequel which is an AU spin-off of … Continue reading →

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Power To The Dream! AKB0048 Episode 01

Posted on May 2, 2012 by ghostlightning

WHY? After much consideration (and wholly ignoring this stupid poll), I conclude that I am a fan of Kawamori Shoji. It doesn’t mean that I like anything he does by default – as even with Macross I have a deep-seated resentment … Continue reading →

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Durarara Actually Lives Up to the Hype, Because it Copies Guy Ritchie

Posted on April 12, 2012 by JoeAnimated

In an effort to find something new to watch out of my backlog, I’ve watched Durarara!!. And honestly, I knew little about the series going into this. Yes, I know there is hype surrounding it. Fortunately, I have not been spoiled on anything … Continue reading →

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You Might As Well Face It You’re Addicted To My Drool – Mysterious Girlfriend X Episode 1

Posted on April 10, 2012 by JoeAnimated

With spring comes renewed energy. New love is often associated with spring. My wife and I met in April. And this spring anime season has brought with it three love stories. And by no means are they typical love; Zombies, … Continue reading →

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A Benevolent Spiral: How Media Prepares Me to Appreciate Anime, No Matter Unrelated; and Yeah, ZETMAN.

Posted on April 6, 2012 by ghostlightning

The last thing I want to suggest is that there is some kind of “required viewing” in order to appreciate particular anime, perhaps the notable classics. No, I don’t believe such exist as necessary requirements. I do believe however, that … Continue reading →

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