darkstorm

A creative, writer, editor and director with a love for video games, anime and manga.

RWBY Volume 4 may not be as explosive and dark as Volume 3 but it’s a great follow-up that properly sets up the pieces for the next chapter of the story, with good emotional arcs and fun fight sequences.

darkstorm • 27th September 2018

Anime Review

When They Cry Series 1 Collection

There are scenes in When They Cry that are certainly not for the faint-hearted but if you love a good mystery, want a good horror anime, and can look past the dated animation, this is definitely worth a watch.

darkstorm • 20th September 2018

Film Review

Mary and the Witch’s Flower Review

If you love Ghibli, desire more of it, or are simply willing to look past this movie's Ghibli-related beginnings, then you’ll find a charming, magical and fun family movie with beautiful animation from a studio that clearly wants to make more delightful movies in the future.

darkstorm • 10th September 2018

Anime Review

Flip Flappers Complete Collection Review

Despite its potential, Flip Flappers is a hard series to recommend. If you’re an avid Magical Girl fan and want something a bit different, this series might possibly fill the void, but it will only be fondly remembered by a small core audience in years to come.

darkstorm • 13th August 2018

Features

Looking Back at the Spring Season 2018

The Spring Season 2018 has brought a wealth of anime shows. Join some of the AUKN writers as they share their thoughts on the series that impressed them the most. One thing's for sure: we won't have covered all the titles on offer - so do share some of your favourites with us!

AUKN Staff • 13th July 2018

Anime Review

Fate/Extra Last Encore Episodes 1 – 10 Review (Streaming)

Fate/Extra Last Encore is an unusual addition to the Fate anime line-up so far - however it's worth the time to stream if you’re a Fate fan and keep your expectations low.

darkstorm • 8th July 2018

Anime Review

Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust Review

It’s a shame that this release lacks the Japanese track, and the Blu-ray conversion is far from perfect, but if you’ve been dying to update your old DVD copy, or have never acquainted yourself with Vampire Hunter D, there’s never been a better time.

darkstorm • 5th July 2018

Film Review

Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms Cinema Screening Review

Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms is almost a review within a title; Mari Okada obviously has a lot of talent and fascinating ideas that I’m sure we’ll see blossom as the years go by. Her directional debut may not be perfect but there’s certainly enough to recommend seeing it in cinemas this summer.

darkstorm • 4th June 2018

Manga Review

RWBY: Official Manga Anthology Volume 1 Review

This first anthology of manga stories is an entertaining, varied and funny read for all RWBY fans out there. It’s clearly made with love of the series at the heart of its creation, so if you’re a fan, it’s worth picking up.

darkstorm • 31st May 2018

Features

Our Favourite Classic Anime

Join the writers at Anime UK News as they look back to the classic titles that first inspired them to investigate anime and ask, ‘What makes an anime a classic? Does it have to have stood the test of time?’

AUKN Staff • 17th May 2018

Features

The Beginner’s Guide to the Fate Franchise

The Fate franchise has produced over 12 years of anime material, but with over 10 different series and movies, where does a newcomer even begin? Anime UK News provides a beginner's guide to the mega-franchise, to help you start on your Fate journey.

darkstorm • 8th May 2018

Anime Review

Fate/Apocrypha Episodes 13 – 24 Review (Streaming)

Fate/Apocrypha overall is a fun romp of fantastical action, memorable side characters and inconsistent but mostly good animation, that any new or old Fate fans should find enjoyable.

darkstorm • 26th April 2018

Film Review

Fate/Grand Order: First Order Review

It’s a shame that this is likely to be the only way for U.K. fans to experience Fate/Grand Order in any form, but as a movie meant to be a long commercial for the app itself, it’s not bad.

darkstorm • 24th April 2018

Features

Spring Season 2018 – the Anime UK News Team Take a First Look

So many big titles are back with tempting new material. If we thought the Winter Season was stuffed with delicious must-sees, then look at the mouth-watering line-up: My Hero Academia Season …

AUKN Staff • 23rd April 2018

Features

Winter Season Streaming 2018

Winter Streaming Season 2018 is over. Join our writers at Anime UK News as they choose their top favourite series from a packed season. Agree? Disagree? Which were your favourites?

AUKN Staff • 9th April 2018

Book Review

Perfect Blue: Complete Metamorphosis Review

Perfect Blue the book is not as psychologically or emotionally deep as its movie adaptation, but it’s interesting to discover where the original spark for the Satoshi Kon film came from. It’s rare to see original Japanese literature make its way over here, so pick up a copy if it piques your curiosity.

darkstorm • 25th March 2018

Anime Review

Skip Beat! Review

Skip Beat! is quirky, funny and enjoyable, with easily likeable characters and great lessons on how to be the best person you can be for yourself, and no one else. It was a Kickstarter success for a reason; don't miss it.

darkstorm • 23rd March 2018

Film Review

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion 1 – Initiation: Cinema Screening Review

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion 1 – Initiation is best experienced if you're already a fan, keen to enjoy all the bombastic and explosive glory of the original series plus some new content in glorious cinematic quality.

darkstorm • 17th March 2018

Anime Review

Kakegurui Episodes 1 – 12 Review (Streaming)

Kakegurui is completely shameless in its fanservice, unsubtle handling of the negative affects of gambling, and utterly unapologetic about its ruthlessly psychotic characters and its ridiculous premise - and that’s exactly why the series is so enjoyable

darkstorm • 8th February 2018

Roundup

Winter Streaming Preview 2018

Winter Season 2018 is already upon us! And already it seems as if we – the UK viewers – might need to subscribe to Netflix and Amazon Prime, as well as Crunchyroll, Funimation (for simuldubs) and …

AUKN Staff • 30th January 2018