Now you playing with weights! Sounds pretty fun, right? It sure does!
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Shinryaku!? Ika Musume – Episode 2 – Thinking with Weights…
moe
Moe (萌え) is a Japanese slang that refers to strong affection towards characters that are usually female.
The iDOLM@STER – Episode 13 – Unexpected Trouble and Miki’s Shining Performance
The big day has finally arrived and everyone’s excited for the performance. Unfortunately, tension increases as a typhoon makes landfall, leaving Ritsuko and her unit stranded with the strong possibility of not making it on time.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 12 – Miki’s Rebellious Return
Through some miscommunication, it caused Miki to get her hopes up a bit too much. Ultimately, Ritsuko’s rejection crushed her dreams and this causes her to change her mind and quit until the Producer convinces her to come back.
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Shinryaku!? Ika Musume – Episode 1 – Return of Chizuru’s Status Quo!
Finally, the second season of Ika Musume has invaded the blogosphere with the first episode. Of course, if you interested in watching this show and haven’t watched the prequel, I highly suggest doing so before jumping right in or you can get lost pretty easily.
Like in my previous posts of this show, I will split the post into three parts on each sketch showing by brief thoughts about it.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Final Review
With the start of the 21st century, the so-called Iyashikei genre became popularized, especially with Aria through its gorgeous scenery, focus on friendship, and lighthearted feeling. I tend to enjoy them as it melt the stress from life that gives you a good feeling.
Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe is just that, except it involves a really cute and young Japanese girl living in a foreign country like France. (Image Source)
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Tamayura (OVA) – Episodes 3 & 4 (END) – Finding that Special Place…
At the last half of the story, we get to see Fuu and her friends searching for the spot where her father took that special picture. Through the help of Sayomi, whose driving skills is very dubious, she made this adventure possible.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 12 (END) – Claude’s Acceptance for Yune
We are finally at the end with Yune obsessing over cats once again. Underneath it all, there are some dramatic and heartwarming moments to resolve Claude’s concern for her.
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Tamayura (OVA) – Episodes 1 & 2 (First Impressions) – Pictures Tell a Thousand Memories
Before the Fall Anime Season begins, I decided to take a look at Tamayura, which is a four episode long OVA involving four girls. Of course, I always tend to like these shows because the nostalgia, lighthearted story and of course, friendship.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 11 – Yune’s Unfortunate Wish
Claude decides to go on a picnic with Yune and Oscar. This is where she starts recalling the sad memories of her older sister, Shione.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 11 – Preparing for the Best and Miki’s False Hope
At last, the Producer gets a performance at a concert for the girls. They become excited and start to practice their new routine amidst some setbacks.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 10 – The Fierce Idol Sports Competition
The challenge is on for 765 Productions (led by Ryuuguu Komachi) as they complete an idol-sporting event against other agencies. Unfortunately, there is one group of girls who aims to dampen their spirit to win.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 9 – Mystery of the Missing Gorgeous Celeb Pudding
I have to admit, I’m not a big fan of the Futami twins because they are out of control. Despite the cliché storm in their mystery, they were still entertaining.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 8 – Adventures of Azusa Miura… in a Wedding Dress!
Sorry about that long delay… Since the subs got delayed for the past two weeks due to some extraordinary circumstances, I had to put this show off and watch some of my backlog. Gratefully, episodes 8 and 9 were finally released today, so I’m confident that I will get caught up by Monday.
As for this episode, Azusa getting lost and a group of bodyguards chasing after her was a fun experience. All of this happened with her wearing a nice-looking wedding dress.
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Tears to Tiara – Episode 13 – Taliesin and the Tricky Duel
Subsequently after the kidnapping of Rhiannon and her return, the Gaels become increasingly concerned about the growing threat from the Empire. Eventually, they decide to do what’s best… Attempt to forge an alliance with another clan.
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Tantei Opera Milky Holmes – Summer Special – Kokoro Becomes an iDOLM@STER!
Well, sort of… It’s not like she had a choice or anything.
It felt like a long time since Tantei Opera Milky Holmes ended back in December of last year. This show was particularly fun not because the girls were adorable, but for the outright hilarious comedy that didn’t involve the overused tsundere archetypes. With a second season coming next winter, I can only wonder about the shenanigans Milky Holmes and the Genius 4 will be up to.
For now, we have the summer special [1. The special took place between episodes 7 and 8.], which centers on Kokoro’s journey of becoming an idol shortly after the G4’s demotion for failing to capture Aresenè among other things.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 10 – Oscar’s Playfulness and Jean’s Shadow
Oscar has some fun with Alice and Yune after finding some stuff in a storage room. At the same time, Claude departs to see an old client of his father’s.
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Tears to Tiara – Episode 12 – Kidnapping of Rhiannon and Her Kindness
While Rhiannon lays down a flower ring for the deceased Rubrum soldiers, she finds herself getting kidnapped by Gaius. The resulting reaction from the Gaels was obvious…
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 9 – Camille’s Sorrow
Continuing Alice’s tea party with Yune, Claude becomes absorbed through his childhood memories with Camille.
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Tears to Tiara – Episode 11 – Unfinished Business
Octavia has officially sworn her loyalty with the Gaels after realizing that she will never change the empire and wanted a different outlook in life. Since then, Lydia wants to resolve some unfinished business with her
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Tears to Tiara – Episode 10 – Octavia’s Change of Heart
Since the siege at the empire’s base, Octavia finds herself in a new place. This gives her the opportunity to change her allegiance to give her a better outlook.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 8 – Alice’s Fairytale
After Yune is finally cured from her cold, Alice invites he and Claude to a tea party. While Yune and Alice tell each other’s fairy tales, Claude reminisces a few moments from their childhood when he was with Camille.
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Tears to Tiara – Episode 9 – Retaliation
“When life gives you defeat, you burn down one of the empire’s base.”
The Gaels just done that when Rathy came up with a genius plan to surprise them.
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The iDOLM@STER – Episode 7 – Yayoi’s Cheerful Family and Iori’s Life Lesson
Compared to the other girls, Yayoi is not so fortunate since she isn’t well off and her parents have to work most of the time in order to support all six children. Out of curiosity, Iori and Hibiki tags along to experience how Yayoi shop for food and meet her siblings.
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Ikoku Meiro no Croisèe – Episode 7 – Claude’s Cold Attitude and Yune’s Illness
After Yune spent a whole day taking pictures in cute dresses, it’s noticeable that she has caught a cold with a subtle sneeze from the last episode. Sadly, her cold worsened along with Claude being a big jerk eventually led to the inevitable.
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