Anime Review

Akira Limited Edition 4K Review

Akira Limited Edition 4K Review

Akira Limited Edition 4K Review

Akira is a landmark film, not just in anime but in general. It inspired so much after it and it’s so well loved that there is every chance you already have a copy on your shelf right now. So the real question is “should I buy the 4K version?” Let’s find out!

Cold Cobra • 7th December 2020

Yoshi no Zuikara Volume 2 Review

Yoshi no Zuikara Volume 2 Review

Yoshi no Zuikara Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Yoshi no Zuikara protagonist Tohno finds himself facing a crisis when he's given the opportunity to attend a book signing for his series! Now he must prepare himself for his first visit to Tokyo where he'll not only have to meet his fans but also his editor for the first time.

Demelza • 6th December 2020

Spy x Family Volume 3 Review

Spy x Family Volume 3 Review

Spy x Family Volume 3 Review

A dazzling blend of sly, dry humour and crazy antics for the Forgers makes for another page-turning read in the third volume of Spy x Family!

Sarah • 4th December 2020

Chobits 20th Anniversary Edition 2 Review

Chobits 20th Anniversary Edition 2 Review

Chobits 20th Anniversary Edition 2 Review

CLAMP’s Chobits continues to march forward with relatable characters and multi-layered themes that stay with you after the last page has been read.

darkstorm • 3rd December 2020

Chainsaw Man Volume 2 Review

Chainsaw Man Volume 2 Review

Chainsaw Man Volume 2 Review

Denji learns about the deadly Gun Devil... and touches some boobs in the second volume of Chainsaw Man.

Ian Wolf • 2nd December 2020

Cautious Hero: The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious – Complete Series Review

Cautious Hero: The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious – Complete Series Review

Cautious Hero: The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious – Complete Series Review

Cautious Hero: The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious offers a fun and enjoyable comedy isekai with a likeable and quirky cast and enough serious moments to keep the stakes up.

HWR • 30th November 2020

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 builds upon some of the developments found in #3 and sets up events that should be interesting to see play out, hopefully with the unique humour and character we’ve come to know so far from the series.

HWR • 28th November 2020

Fire Force Season 1 Part 2 Review

Fire Force Season 1 Part 2 Review

Fire Force Season 1 Part 2 Review

While its goofy and, at times, sexist comedy often holds it back, Fire Force remains a decent shonen action sequences with competent animation and exciting fight sequences.

Onosume • 27th November 2020

Mieruko-chan Volume 1 Review

Mieruko-chan Volume 1 Review

Mieruko-chan Volume 1 Review

Mieruko-chan follows the story of Miko, a girl haunted by horrifying spirits. In this supernatural slice-of-life series we follow her daily life to find out if she'll ever rid herself of these scary beings.

Demelza • 26th November 2020

After the Rain Review

After the Rain Review

After the Rain Review

Charming and bitter-sweet, After the Rain is a delightful and many-faceted anime that will evoke all kinds of feels in the viewer.

Sarah • 25th November 2020

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 2 Review

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 2 Review

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Fire in His Fingertips, things are heating up as Souma and Ryo begin to get closer. As Ryo dreams of settling down with Souma, her jealousy grows as she sees him with other women. Will their nascent relationship crash and burn under the pressure?

Demelza • 24th November 2020

Heaven’s Design Team Volume 1 Review

Heaven’s Design Team Volume 1 Review

Heaven’s Design Team Volume 1 Review

Fast-moving, zany - AND factual; the first volume of Heaven's Design Team delivers a new version of the creation myth that'll keep readers well-informed and amused at the same time!

Sarah • 22nd November 2020

I Wish I Could Say “Thank You” Review

I Wish I Could Say “Thank You” Review

I Wish I Could Say “Thank You” Review

A review of I Wish I Could Say "Thank You", Yukari Takinami's autobiographical 'essay comic' about cancer, bereavement and what filial piety means to her.

Rui • 18th November 2020

Mermaid Saga Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

Mermaid Saga Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

Mermaid Saga Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

This first volume of Rumiko Takahashi's Mermaid Saga proves to be a very interesting read that successfully dabbles in the horrors surrounding mythical creatures in a typical Japanese style.

Onosume • 16th November 2020

By the Grace of the Gods Volume 1 Review

By the Grace of the Gods Volume 1 Review

By the Grace of the Gods Volume 1 Review

With its anime currently airing, what better time to jump into the manga for By the Grace of the Gods, which follows protagonist Ryoma Takebayashi as he spends his days peacefully alongside the many slimes he's tamed!

Demelza • 14th November 2020

Black Clover Season 2 Part 5 Review

Black Clover Season 2 Part 5 Review

Black Clover Season 2 Part 5 Review

The final part of Black Clover's second season goes out with a bang and delivers some of the most explosive action in the series to date.

N.E.C • 13th November 2020

Blue Period Volume 1 Review

Blue Period Volume 1 Review

Blue Period Volume 1 Review

Blue Period paints a fascinating portrait of a high school student suddenly discovering his passion for making art.

Sarah • 12th November 2020

Fate/Grand Order -mortalis: stella- Volume 2 Review

Fate/Grand Order -mortalis: stella- Volume 2 Review

Fate/Grand Order -mortalis: stella- Volume 2 Review

Whilst the story isn’t as engaging as other Fate properties, and will never be as immersive as the original game, this volume has a lot more going for it than the first book did.

darkstorm • 11th November 2020

Fly Me to the Moon Volume 2 Review

Fly Me to the Moon Volume 2 Review

Fly Me to the Moon Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Fly Me to the Moon our newlyweds take a trip to the bathhouse! Plus Nasa gets kidnapped by his new sister-in-law - but that's nothing when you're married to the love of your life, right?

Demelza • 10th November 2020

Requiem of the Rose King Volume 13 Review

Requiem of the Rose King Volume 13 Review

Requiem of the Rose King Volume 13 Review

Volume 13, unlucky for some maybe, but not for all, as the Duke of Gloucester becomes King Richard III.

Ian Wolf • 9th November 2020