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Chikorita157’s Anime Blog First Reader Survey

February 28, 2011 by Chikorita157 1 Comment

Since I have passed my second year milestone, it might be a good idea to have a reader survey to get some feedback on what I should improve in my third year of blogging. This survey will also give some Anime Interest questions. They are added to give me a good idea of the demographics of my readers. The survey is completely confidential and all the questions are completely optional. However, it’s in your best interest to answer all the questions

The survey is here and it will be open until March 15th.

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Read moreChikorita157’s Anime Blog First Reader Survey
Category: Site UpdatesTag: meta, site stuff, survey

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 8 – Thoughts and Analysis

February 27, 2011 by Chikorita157 4 Comments


Episode 8 was so astonishing! All the angst from Sayaka just blew up rather quickly. Meanwhile, Madoka gets emotionally hurt as Sayaka rips the relationship apart in the path of her destruction. In the center of this mess, we learn more about Kyubey’s sinister plan and the big reveal that Homura is from the future. (Image Source)
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Read moreMahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 8 – Thoughts and Analysis
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, moe, SCCSAV, shaft, time travelers, tsundere

For Fun: Everybody Hates Kyubey™

February 24, 2011 by Chikorita157 14 Comments

Oh Kyubey, you look so cute with the never changing cat smile. After Mami’s death, a lot of people including myself started to question Kyubey’s motives. Some people took it a step further and think that Kyubey is the devil, thus creating intensive hate. While I don’t agree with his views on morality, I want to explore some of the possible reasons why Everybody Hates Kyubey™ thus far. (Image Source)
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Read moreFor Fun: Everybody Hates Kyubey™
Category: Editorials, Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: analysis, fandom, just for fun, Kyubey, opinion

Winter 2011 Midseason Impressions

February 21, 2011 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

With the middle of the Winter Anime Season upon us, the season was mixed. There are some really great shows that I really enjoyed like Madoka Magica and Hourou Musuko. On the other hand, Gosick and Fractale left me with a weird feeling with the way the show is heading. (Image Source)

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Read moreWinter 2011 Midseason Impressions
Category: Fractale, Gosick, Hourou Musuko, Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: A1 Pictures, AIC, Bones, comedy, coming of age, drama, midseason impressions, moe, opinion, shaft, transgenderism, tsundere

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 7 – Sayaka’s Regrets

February 20, 2011 by Chikorita157 9 Comments

After Sayaka learns that she is no longer a human from Kyubey, she become very depressed. Meanwhile, trouble is brewing with Hitomi over romance towards Kyousuke, which makes the situation worse. (Image Source)
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Read moreMahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 7 – Sayaka’s Regrets
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, moe, SCCSAV, shaft, tsundere

Chikorita157’s Anime Blog 2nd Year Anniversary and Reflections

February 17, 2011 by Chikorita157 15 Comments

It seems that another year has passed by and I have finally reached my important milestone in Anime Blogging. Today is my second year anniversary since I started this blog back in February 17, 2009. Many things had happened during my second year of blogging I want to share some of the events that I thought was important. (Image Source)
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Read moreChikorita157’s Anime Blog 2nd Year Anniversary and Reflections
Category: Editorials, Site UpdatesTag: blog milestone, meta, site news

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 6

February 15, 2011 by Chikorita157 2 Comments


From the last episode, Homura saves Sayaka from Kyoko’s attack. Unfortunately, there are unresolved tensions between Sayaka and Kyoko. As a result of Sayaka’s stubbornness, Madoka gets worried. (Image Source)

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Read moreMahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 6
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, moe, SCCSAV, shaft, tsundere

Puella Magi Madoka Magica – Episode 5 – The Immoral Fight

February 10, 2011 by Chikorita157 5 Comments

Sayaka has finally decide to become a magical girl in order to have the childhood friend she has a crush on to regain his ability to play violin. In exchange, she has to fight witches forever. Unfortunately, a certain magical girl decides to attack Sayaka over territory, which causes a big battle between the girls. (Image Source)
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Read morePuella Magi Madoka Magica – Episode 5 – The Immoral Fight
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, moe, SCCSAV, shaft, tsundere

Gosick – Episode 5

February 9, 2011 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Victorica never fails to impress me with her cuteness.

There is something fishy about Arvil since she acted so suspiciously from the last episode. This behavior from her could suggest that she is an imposter. If she is an imposter, where is the real Arvil hidden and what is the imposter’s true identity? Both of these questions will be resolved in this episode.
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Read moreGosick – Episode 5
Category: GosickTag: Bones, gothic lolita, moe, mystery, take that!

Fractale – First Impressions (Episodes 1-3)

February 6, 2011 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

With everyone raving about Fractale despite the mess that Yamakan cause with the disruption of the simulcast, I actually enjoyed it. The first three episodes impressed me with the animation and of course, the story. (Image Source)
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Read moreFractale – First Impressions (Episodes 1-3)
Category: FractaleTag: A-1 Pictures, comedy, drama, first impressions, moe, science fiction

Rio: Rainbow Gate! ED Review – Miracle Chance

February 4, 2011 by Chikorita157

I have told everyone that Rio: Rainbow Gate is a really bad show not because of the fanservice, but the complete randomness.  If the overall premise of the show is horrible, how about the music? Besides the opening theme, I took a look at the ending theme sung by ULTRA-PRISM, whom also created the Ika Musume OP. Sadly, “Miracle Chance” did not live up to my expectations since it felt so dull that it would put me to sleep.  After reviewing it, I have absolutely no motivation to listen to the opening with the assumption that it would be absolutely mediocre too.

Next time, I’m going reviewing a good single instead of reviewing bad ones… Perhaps Kalafina’s Magica or something that would be enjoyable to review.

(Also, post your comments at Anime Instrumentality Blog.)

Read moreRio: Rainbow Gate! ED Review – Miracle Chance
Category: Reviews, Rio: Rainbow GateTag: denpa, music, review, strawberry sundae, ugh, ULTRA-PRISM

Gosick – Episode 4 – Mystery of the Femme Fatale

February 3, 2011 by Chikorita157 7 Comments
It seems that every girl wants to get a piece of him.

Since the Queen Barry case was solved, Victorica falls into boredom and wants another mystery. It was not until Kazuya pleads for help that she gets one to solve that involves another transfer student from England that looks vaguely familiar.
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Read moreGosick – Episode 4 – Mystery of the Femme Fatale
Category: GosickTag: Bones, gothic lolita, lustful boy, moe, mystery

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 4 – Lament and Sayaka’s Debut

January 31, 2011 by Chikorita157 7 Comments

Since the last episode, Madoka and Sayaka lament over Mami’s death while facing a tough decision for their wish so they can become a magical girl. Meanwhile, another witch stirs troubles in front of Madoka after she follows a group of people possessed by it. (Image Source)
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Read moreMahou Shoujo Madoka Magica – Episode 4 – Lament and Sayaka’s Debut
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, moe, SCCSAV, shaft, zombie attack!

Sickness and the Lack of Updates

January 29, 2011 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment

Ever since the first day of January, I gradually felt sick of some unknown disease. First, I have experienced shaking that started back in October. Recently, lost weight even though I ate normally and my heart starting beating fast two Saturdays ago. This is when I saw a doctor and today I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism (Grave’s Disease). [1. Image Source]

The thyroid, located in the neck regulates the hormones, which controls one’s metabolism. Iodine is important for thyroid function unless to take too much in. If the thyroid takes too much in, it causes an autoimmune disease that tells the thyroid to create excess hormones. As a result, it resulted in the symptoms I described above.

Since I got the medications, I’m feeling a bit better and hopefully it will go away. I most likely need to change my diet since I have an unbalanced diet with a lack of vegetables and junk food.  Since I am a picky eater, this might be difficult, but I will have to force it.

As a result of feeling strange, I have been posting less than I normally do on the blog. I felt a lack of motivation, but still covered the Winter Anime along with the creation of the podcast. Hopefully the medications will work, so I can feel better and feel motivated to write these blog posts and finish my backlog.

Lastly, check out the SCCSAV Podcast, which is a collection of recorded commentaries for a specific episode.  Some of the stuff people mentioned could be interesting.

Read moreSickness and the Lack of Updates
Category: Site UpdatesTag: life issues, sick, updates

Gosick – Episode 3 – Defeat of the Hunting Dog and Hares’ Revenge

January 28, 2011 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
This is how the girls met each other and years later...

Since Victorica, Kazuya and Julie are the remaining survivors of the ship, they head to the radio room for help. Unfortunately, a psychopathic axe murderer targets them. After they were rescued, some details with the survivors of the Queen Barry ten years ago are revealed, which involves the possible motives in the murder case.
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Read moreGosick – Episode 3 – Defeat of the Hunting Dog and Hares’ Revenge
Category: GosickTag: Bones, gothic lolita, moe, mystery, revenge

MM! – Final Review

January 25, 2011 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

It makes me wonder, was there an Anime that focused on sadomasochism with comedy and romance? Not until MM! started to air that featured it. When I watched the first episode, I wondered if MM! would be painful to watch since it’s about masochism. After a few episodes, I was proven wrong since the comedy is rather entertaining and the girls are cute. (Image Source)
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Read moreMM! – Final Review
Category: MM!, ReviewsTag: comedy, final impressions, moe, nii nii is a pervert, romance, sadomasochism, Xebec

Winter 2011 Anime Season Taste Test Score Card

January 24, 2011 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment


Since the taste testing of the Winter 2011 Anime is coming to an end, the winter season is actually decent. Out of the 15 of so series that were airing, I decided to watch Madoka, Gosick and Hourou Musuko. In addition, I also tried out Rio: Rainbow Gate, but it didn’t turn out that great. (Image Source)
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Read moreWinter 2011 Anime Season Taste Test Score Card
Category: Gosick, Hourou Musuko, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, Rio: Rainbow GateTag: drama, moe, mystery, opinion, taste test impressions, winter 2011 impressions

Taste Test Part II – Hourou Musuko

January 23, 2011 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
By the looks of this girl, she is pretty upset.

In the last episode of Hourou Musuko, we are introduced to Nitori and Takatsuki, which entered middle school. They have gender identity issues, which results in wearing clothes of the opposite gender. The first episode primarily focused on Nitori, a male crosdresser that felt accepted by people in the past. Unfortunately, things don’t stay the same since his sister bullies him when he crossdressed and everyone thinks that he’s sick. In this episode, the focus is on Takatsuki and her friends… in particular on Chiba Saori, which feels seemingly upset.
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Read moreTaste Test Part II – Hourou Musuko
Category: Hourou MusukoTag: AIC, coming of age, crossdressing, drama, gender bender, LGBT related Anime, SCCSAV, transgender

Taste Test Part III – Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica (SCCSAV Livewatch)

January 21, 2011 by Chikorita157 3 Comments


Madoka and Sayaka finally understand what they need to be as magical girls. Unfortunately, witch hunting could be dangerous in this instance with this one witch Mami fought.

For this episode, I watched this with other people (Roghek, Sorrow-kun, kadian1364 and others) and had a pretty interesting discussion with the episode. (Image Source)
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Read moreTaste Test Part III – Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica (SCCSAV Livewatch)
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: drama, mahou shoujo, SCCSAV, shaft, tragedy

Shinryaku! Ika Musume – Final Review

January 20, 2011 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Shinryaku! Ika Musume is the second most enjoyable comedy show besides Milky Holmes from the fall 2010 season. The show involves a squid in human form with the desire to invade human kind. Popular culture depicts squids as villains and typically uses their tentacles in a naughty manner. On the other hand, a human form of a squid is really cute and seems so harmless that everyone abuses him/her. Humanity in the past and present continues to be a big jerk to mother nature. This is proven with the BP Oil Spill, the biggest man-made environmental disasters that most people have already forgotten. Regardless, I really enjoyed the show with the character driven comedy and watching Ika do really funny things that it gave me a smile. (Image Source)
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Read moreShinryaku! Ika Musume – Final Review
Category: Reviews, Shinryaku! Ika MusumeTag: comedy, Diomedea, final impressions, moe, oh the humanity, slice of life

Taste Test Part II – Gosick

January 18, 2011 by Chikorita157 5 Comments
In no doubt, this is the best reaction from Victiorica ever thus far!

With Victorica and Kazuya trying to solve the fortuneteller murder, they are led to a mysterious boat. The Queen Barry is where the maid may have escaped, which is notorious for murders and traps for the “hares.”
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Read moreTaste Test Part II – Gosick
Category: GosickTag: Bones, gothic lolita, moe, mystery, that laugh

Taste Test Part I – Hourou Musuko (Wandering Son)

January 16, 2011 by Chikorita157 7 Comments
Unfortunately, things can't stay the same forever...

In some shows, most notably Baka to Test to Shoukanjuu, they use crossdressing as comedy. This mostly involves a male dressing as a female to make it really difficult to tell the real gender of the person. However, in Hourou Musuko (aka Wandering Son), the show takes a more serious and realistic approach. They focus on the issues of transgender people similar to what transgendered people faces and growing up through two people, Nitori and Takatsuki.
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Read moreTaste Test Part I – Hourou Musuko (Wandering Son)
Category: Hourou MusukoTag: AIC, coming of age, crossdressing, drama, first impressions, gender bender, LGBT related Anime, transgender

Taste Test Part II – Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica

January 14, 2011 by Chikorita157 1 Comment
Madoka is so obsessed of becoming one so quickly...

In the last episode, Mami saved Madoka and Sayaka from the bizarre world. After Madoka saved Kyubei, the magical ferret, it chose her and Sayaka to risk their lives to become magical girls so they can have their wish granted.  In addition, the girls learn more about the magical girls, witches and their rivalry with Homura.
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Read moreTaste Test Part II – Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica
Category: Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: mahou shoujo, moe, mugivision, shaft, slice of life

Taste Test Part I-II – Rio: Rainbow Gate! (SCCSAV Livewatch)

January 12, 2011 by Chikorita157 6 Comments
This is probably one of the cutest ferrets I seen that is not in a Magical Girl show...

Many people in the blogosphere have been talking about Rio: Rainbow Gate, one of the shows some consider to be “so bad it’s good”. Do I agree with them? Not really since I watched the show with Roghek from the SCCSAV over Skype. Overall, my impressions about the show went south. The show was so bad it was terrible because there are so many fundamental problems with it, which I want to share.

Just to be clear, I am criticizing the show based on the two episodes I have seen, not bashing it.
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Read moreTaste Test Part I-II – Rio: Rainbow Gate! (SCCSAV Livewatch)
Category: Rio: Rainbow GateTag: comedy, Dropped, fanservice, first impressions, gambling, nii nii is a pervert, SCCSAV, Xebec
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