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Archives for November 2015

Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 8 – Chiya’s Big Upset

November 28, 2015 by Chikorita157 6 Comments
This is probably the first time I saw Chiya cry like this.
This is probably the first time I saw Chiya cry like this.

The new school year is about to start and it seems that Chiya is upset for some reason. I wonder why.
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Read moreGochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 8 – Chiya’s Big Upset
Category: Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?Tag: comedy, moe

Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 8 – Uncovering Dark and Tragic Family Secrets

November 26, 2015 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
Apparently, the bones led to Sasaki's older sister, possibly revealing problems in the family.
Apparently, the bones led to Sasaki’s older sister, possibly revealing problems in the family.

After discovering human bones in one of the prep rooms, Shoutarou wants to finds out why Sasaki left it there.
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Read moreSakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 8 – Uncovering Dark and Tragic Family Secrets
Category: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga UmatteiruTag: drama, mystery

Hidan no Aria AA – Episode 8 – Water Park Shenanigans

November 24, 2015 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
At this rate, Urara and Shino is probably better off becoming a couple instead of pursuing Akari's heart.
At this rate, Urara and Shino is probably better off becoming a couple instead of pursuing Akari’s heart.

The swimsuit episode is finally here as Shino and Urara obviously have something up their sleeves this time to win over Akari’s heart.
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Read moreHidan no Aria AA – Episode 8 – Water Park Shenanigans
Category: Hidan no AriaTag: action, fanservice, tsundere

Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 7 – The Joys of Handwashing Clothes Together

November 21, 2015 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
It seems that Sharo can't stand Cocoa washing clothing the wrong way anymore.
It seems that Sharo can’t stand Cocoa washing clothing the wrong way anymore.

Oh no, it looks like the washing machine broke and Cocoa dirtied her uniform. What would she do? Hand wash them of course!
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Read moreGochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 7 – The Joys of Handwashing Clothes Together
Category: Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?Tag: comedy, moe

The Dark Side Behind the Glamor or Why Being a Voice Actor in Japan is Difficult

November 19, 2015 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: とうぼく
Artist: とうぼく

Earlier this year, I have focused on how being an animator is tough given the poor working conditions, salary and being overworked in general. However, I have not covered the other aspect of anime production, voice acting. As seen with Shizuka in Shirobako having extreme difficulty in landing in a role, there are a good number of people who want to become a voice actor or rather, a seiyuu (声優), but they do not realize how difficult it is to gain a role.

Like I did with my analysis on how much animators make, I will focus on some of the basic aspects in regards to how people become voice actors, how much they are paid, how roles are determined and issues they face.
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Read moreThe Dark Side Behind the Glamor or Why Being a Voice Actor in Japan is Difficult
Category: About the Japanese Animation Industry, Editorials, ShirobakoTag: analysis, industry, voice actors

Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 7 – Unsolved Mystery Remains in a Haunted Prep Room

November 18, 2015 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
As expected, Sakura looks lovely in the dress she wears to the festival.
As expected, Sakura looks lovely in the dress she wears to the festival.

It’s time for the culture festival and Shoutaro have Sakurako to keep him company. However, what mysteries lies in a science prep room containing boxes of bones along with a dubious locked chest.
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Read moreSakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 7 – Unsolved Mystery Remains in a Haunted Prep Room
Category: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga UmatteiruTag: drama, mystery

Hidan no Aria AA – Episode 7 – Urara’s Rescue Crush on Akari, Shino’s Worst Fear

November 17, 2015 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
It seems that there is more competition to win Akari's heart now that Urara has a crush on her.
It seems that there is more competition to win Akari’s heart now that Urara has a crush on her.

It seems that Shino is not the only one who is interested in Akari anymore now that Urara have feelings for her too.
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Read moreHidan no Aria AA – Episode 7 – Urara’s Rescue Crush on Akari, Shino’s Worst Fear
Category: Hidan no AriaTag: action, tsundere

Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 6 – The Sisters Face Off

November 14, 2015 by Chikorita157 5 Comments
Now Cocoa and Mocha are competing with each other.
Now Cocoa and Mocha are competing with each other.

Oh no! It seems that Cocoa is now being cold towards her older sister now that her older sister clout got taken away.
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Read moreGochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 6 – The Sisters Face Off
Category: Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?Tag: comedy, moe

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon – Final Review

November 13, 2015 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
Artist: オムレツ
Artist: オムレツ

I have to admit that the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon spinoffs are very enjoyable to play. While they are Pokémon themed versions of Spike Chunsoft’s Mysterious Dungeon games, which is a roguelike roleplaying game that consists of randomly generated dungeons, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon is the most known franchise out of the various licensed Mystery Dungeon games given how popular it is. The main basis of the game is that the player plays as a human who turned into a Pokémon with his/her memories lost and go on an adventure with a partner Pokémon.

While Blue and Red Rescue Team and Explorers of Time are geared to a young audience, it does not mean that the games are watered down. As you progress, the dungeons get progressively difficult, especially in the end game. Not to mention, there is a lot of nightmare fuel since the stories are a bit darker compared to the main series.

As mentioned in 2013, I find Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Gates to Infinity a very disappointing game. Not only they limited the amount of Pokémon that are in the games, but they made the game too easy while removing some things like hunger, personality test and genders along with adding DLC, which some fans are against.  Given the backlash they received, Spike Chunsoft has listened and made Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon (ポケモン超不思議のダンジョン), a new installment to the series which contains all the Pokémon while mostly going back to the original formula with some changes and new additions. Does this game live up to the title? Let’s find out as I review the Japanese version.
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Read morePokémon Super Mystery Dungeon – Final Review
Category: ReviewsTag: final impressions, Nintendo 3DS, pokemon, Spike Chunsoft, Video Games

Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 6 – The Mysterious Ring at a Summer Festival

November 11, 2015 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
It makes me wonder, why didn't Yuriko ask Shotaro out?
It makes me wonder, why didn’t Yuriko ask Shotaro out?

It’s the summer festival and Yuriko found a mysterious envelope. She is afraid that a woman committed suicide. Then again, was it really one?
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Read moreSakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 6 – The Mysterious Ring at a Summer Festival
Category: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga UmatteiruTag: mystery

Hidan no Aria AA – Episode 6 – Raika Admits her True Feelings, Reluctantly…

November 10, 2015 by Chikorita157 5 Comments
At this point, their relationship is canon.
At this point, their relationship is canon.

After Akari’s big win from last time as her friends throw a party for her, it seems that Kirin and Raika feel uneasy about each other, especially when it comes to admitting their true feelings.
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Read moreHidan no Aria AA – Episode 6 – Raika Admits her True Feelings, Reluctantly…
Category: Hidan no AriaTag: action, tsundere

Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 5 – Mocha Arrives, Did She Outdid Cocoa as an Older Sister?

November 7, 2015 by Chikorita157 6 Comments
Simply put, Mocha is a more mature version of Cocoa.
Simply put, Mocha is a more mature and energetic version of Cocoa.

At last, Mocha, Cocoa’s older sister has finally arrived. Will Cocoa completely lose her big sister status as she feared?
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Read moreGochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?? (Second Season) – Episode 5 – Mocha Arrives, Did She Outdid Cocoa as an Older Sister?
Category: Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?Tag: comedy, moe

Anime Scoring – Has it Outlived Its Usefulness?

November 5, 2015 by Chikorita157 8 Comments
Artist: casino
Artist: casino

As you recall, I have shared my thoughts on scoring in the past. Sure, everyone has their own way of scoring things when it come to writing reviews. However, as time goes on and our opinion changes through experiences, you might look back at the list and wonder to yourself, why you gave a show a certain score. Moreover, scores usually do not tell whole story since it is just an arbitrary number. This makes me wonder why bother with them?
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Read moreAnime Scoring – Has it Outlived Its Usefulness?
Category: EditorialsTag: fandom, opinion, scoring

Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 5 – The Curse, is it a Cover Up?

November 4, 2015 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
While Sakurako finds that the painting has poison, maybe there is more to the mystery besides the painting and dog.
While Sakurako finds that the painting has poison, maybe there is more to the mystery besides the painting and dog.

From the first half of this mystery, it seems that Fujioka thinks that he will die early from a curse. Given how suspicious the claims he gave are, will Sakurako be able to expose his attempted cover up?
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Read moreSakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru – Episode 5 – The Curse, is it a Cover Up?
Category: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga UmatteiruTag: drama, mystery

Hidan no Aria AA – Episode 5 – A Decisive Match Against an Old Rival

November 3, 2015 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
You do not want to mess with Shino.
You do not want to mess with Akari when Shino is around.

The big match against Akari’s rival, Urara in a Quartet test has finally come. Will Akari manage to win and damage Urara’s big ego? We’ll see…
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Read moreHidan no Aria AA – Episode 5 – A Decisive Match Against an Old Rival
Category: Hidan no AriaTag: action, tsundere

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