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Midseason Impressions – Uchi no Shishou wa Shippo ga Nai and Kantai Collection, and Twitter Alternatives

November 6, 2022 by Chikorita157 6 Comments

Now we are at the halfway point of the fall season. So with that, I will share my mid-season thoughts on Uchi no Shishou wa Shippo ga Nai and first impressions for Kantai Collection Second Season.

Also, I will share what I am working on for the Twitter alternative, as things have been going downhill since Musk took over. Given the rising amount of hate speech and chaos with advertisers pulling out and layoffs over the past week, some are concerned that the downfall of Twitter is near. I thought of that and started to create an alternative to it.

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Category: Kantai Collection, Site Updates, Uchi no Shishou wa Shippo ga NaiTag: first impressions, impressions, updates

Bocchi the Rock – Episode 5 – The First Auditions

November 5, 2022 by Chikorita157 7 Comments

This is how I feel when I receive my pay every two weeks.

Now that Hitori finally finished the lyrics along with Ryou for the composition, it’s time for them to perform the song, or rather an audition. Can Hitori make it through the audition and pass it?

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Category: Bocchi the RockTag: comedy, music

Akiba Maid Sensou – Episode 5 – A Sheep Filled and Red Birthday

November 3, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Oinky Dink Cafe is in the deep red that they need to make fake flowers.

After the manager took back control of Oinky Dink with Shiipon’s help, they are still in the red. However, Nagomi has an idea that can help bring in the dough.

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Category: Akiba Maid SensouTag: action, comedy, maid

Do It Yourself – Episode 5 – The Enthusiastic DIY-Interested Cat Smile Girl

November 2, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

As expected, Kokoro is from a wealthy family.

Last time, a girl from the high-tech school with a cat smile entered from the roof. You might be wondering what she wants with the DIY club. It becomes obvious.

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Category: Do It YourselfTag: comedy, tsundere

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei – Episode 5 – Smelly Frost Bat Hunting

October 31, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

It appears that Sarasa made a water pump.

Now that Sarasa managed to have her atelier repaired while making a lot of money selling some stuff. However, she is not done as she wants to make more money. Also, she wants a refrigerator and freezer, which require some materials.

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Category: Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei

Bocchi the Rock – Episode 4 – Photoshoots and Lyric Writing Struggles

October 29, 2022 by Chikorita157 7 Comments

While Ikuyo thought about just singing, but she haven’t given up on the guitar yet.

Now that Ikuyo had rejoined the band, the only thing left was to create a song. However, with Hitori tasked to make the lyrics, she starts to struggle. It becomes obvious why.

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Category: Bocchi the RockTag: comedy, music

The AI Anime Generated Art Controversy – My Take

October 28, 2022 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment

Now anyone can create AI generated art work at their fingertips, but is it a good thing?

Earlier this year, AI advancements were made as DALLE was revealed to the public, making compelling images. It allows users to generate images from a text prompt. However, the latest version is not open to the public.That all changed this month.

Earlier this month, NovelAI released their image generator that uses similar methods as DALLE to generate anime-themed images. While it’s impressive how decent the images are, they caused much controversy in the anime fanart and V-Tuber community. So, you might wonder what my opinion is on this whole thing. I decided to try the image generator on NovelAI, and no, it will not replace fan art and anime art commissions for various reasons, which I will go into.

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Category: EditorialsTag: ai, anime fandom, controversy

Akiba Maid Sensou – Episode 4 – Maid Bootcamp from Hell

October 27, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

The manager obviously sticks out like a sore thumb in a room with maids.

With Zoya joining the group, the Manager needs to contend with her maids not living up to the standards of the maid conglomerate group they work for, Creatureland.

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Category: Akiba Maid SensouTag: action, comedy, maid

Do It Yourself – Episode 4 – Jobko Crashes at Purin’s Place

October 26, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Miku feels a bit lonely as her mother didn’t come home yet.

Now that Juliet is part of the DIY club, Miku sees her staying at Serufu’s place out of the window. It seems that Miku is getting a bit lonely or jealous?

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Category: Do It YourselfTag: comedy

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei – Episode 4 – Rebuilding and Getting out of the Red

October 24, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Nice to see Iris and Kate bring back fruit for Sarasa to eat as she recovers.

With everyone’s help, Kate, Iris, Sarasa and the rest of the villagers manage to save the village from a horde of Hellflame Bears. But first, Sarasa must deal with the aftermath, especially a big hole in the kitchen.

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Category: Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo KeieiTag: fantasy

Bocchi the Rock – Episode 3 – Ikuyo, the Outgoing Guitarist

October 22, 2022 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

After recovering from a cold, Bocchi still feel gloomy.

While Hitori is recovering from her cold, Ryou and Nijika are trying to find a new guitarist and singer. The funny thing, Hitori found the runaway guitarist by chance.

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Category: Bocchi the RockTag: comedy, music

Akiba Maid Sensou – Episode 3 – The Fight to Determine the Meaning of a Maid

October 20, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Believe it or not, this hair tie will become important later on.

At last, we finally find out the identity of the blurred maid in the opening theme. Of course, wrestling and boxing fans will like this episode as the manager figures out a way to avoid financial ruin.

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Category: Akiba Maid SensouTag: action, comedy, maid

Do It Yourself – Episode 3 – Queen Juliet and the Culture Shock

October 19, 2022 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

As expected, Sefuru fell off the bike again.

Last time, a limbo rolled up to Serufu’s school. Also, the blonde hair girl keeps visiting the DIY clubhouse for some reason. I wonder why?

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Category: Do It YourselfTag: comedy

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei – Episode 3 – Sarasa’s First Real Challenge

October 17, 2022 by Chikorita157 2 Comments

Sarasa finally gets her first difficult job.

After Sarasa opened her shop, a bunch of gatherers brought an injured girl to a shop. Can she treat her and save her life?

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Category: Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo KeieiTag: fantasy

Bocchi the Rock – Episode 2 – Bocchi’s First Day of Work

October 15, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Despite performing on stage, Bocchi’s social anxieties is still strong.

Bocchi finally performed in front of an audience, but inside the box, she agreed to be part of the band. But, of course, Nijika and Ryou need to earn money first. That can be a challenge, given her social anxieties.

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Category: Bocchi the RockTag: comedy, music

Akiba Maid Sensou – Episode 2 – Tempting Fate at the Maid Cafe Casino

October 13, 2022 by Chikorita157 5 Comments

Obviously, Nagomi had a hard time sleeping last time.

After Nagomi witnessed the horrifying sight of Ranko killing all the maids at a rival café, she wanted out. But, sadly, she can’t escape the horror, so she carries on. Meanwhile, their manager goes into financial ruin and decides to give gambling a try.

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Category: Akiba Maid SensouTag: action, comedy, maid

Do It Yourself – Episode 2 – Takumi Having Fun Building Stuff Together

October 12, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Despite this being a dream, this is probably how it will end up anyway.

At last, Serufu finally joins the club that suits her the most, the Do It Yourself Club. Of course, the club needs members, but she may have found one rather quickly.

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Category: Do It YourselfTag: comedy

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei – Episode 2 – Sarasa Sets Up Her New Workshop

October 10, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Sarasa is upset she has to do so much work to get the shop ready.

After earning her Alchemist license and getting a new shop, Sarasa is disappointed that the place she got is in terrible shape. However, she pushes on thanks to a certain girl who witnessed Sarasa’s disappointment.

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Category: Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo KeieiTag: fantasy

Love Live Superstar 2 – Episode 12 (END) – Kanon’s Dream that Surprisingly Gets Achieved

October 9, 2022 by Chikorita157 4 Comments

Sumire pounders about a future without Kanon with Keke.

Last time right before practice, Chisato wants Kanon to study overseas in Vienna. After some thinking, she changes her mind. However, does this even matter in the end?

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Category: Love LiveTag: final impressions, idol, music

Bocchi the Rock – Episode 1 – Resolving Social Anxieties with Playing Music?

October 8, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

Hitori having trouble making friends, this feels very familiar.

Gotou Hitori is a very introverted girl who has no friends. However, seeing something on TV sparked her interest in playing the guitar. However, joining a band seemed like a pipe dream, given her crippling social anxieties, until someone invited her.

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Category: Bocchi the RockTag: comedy, first impressions, music

Akiba Maid Sensou – Episode 1 – You Are An Akiba Maid

October 6, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

No, this is not any CGDCT maid cafe show. Far from it.

Nagomi dreams of working at a maid café with the dream of wearing cute maid outfits and acting cute to her patrons. Of course, she doesn’t realize what other things the job entails. Or how vicious the maids are in Akihabara

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Category: Akiba Maid SensouTag: action, first impressions, maid

Do It Yourself – Episode 1 – Serufu’s First Taste of Building Things

October 5, 2022 by Chikorita157 1 Comment

Wait, she has a pet pig that wears sun glasses?

The girls are living in the future with self-driving buses that Elon Musk probably came up with and delivery drones. However carefree and clumsy, Serufu decides to take the safe route as her childhood friend, Miku, gets into an elite school. However, when Serufu discovers a mishap, her life is about to change.

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Category: Do It YourselfTag: comedy, first impressions

Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei – Episode 1 – Studying Hard and Becoming an Alchemist for Riches

October 3, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments

I admit that seeing Sarasa with overgrown bangs covering her eyes reminds me of another woman.

Sarasa had high hopes as her parents left to transport some goods for their business. Sadly, they didn’t make it back, but she is determined to create her own business through the power of alchemy. This sounds awfully familiar.

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Category: Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo KeieiTag: fantasy, first impressions