Anime Review

Weathering With You Volume 1 Review

The manga adaption for Makoto Shinkai's Weathering With You is finally here, but does it capture the same magic as the film?

Demelza • 27th September 2020

Manga Review

With a Dog AND a Cat, Every Day is Fun Volume 1 Review

Do you have a dog? AND a cat? Even if you don't, you're bound to enjoy this lively new manga from Hidekichi Matsumoto.

Sarah • 26th September 2020

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volume 2 Review

The second volume of romcom manga Rent-A-Girlfriend places the focus on protagonist Kazuya chasing after his ex-girlfriend. While it's a mixed bag in terms of content there is still plenty to enjoy if you liked the first book.

Demelza • 25th September 2020

Manga Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 3 Review

In Volume 3 of office romance Sweat and Soap, Kotaro sets off on a four-day business trip with assistant Korisu. As Asako grows anxious about her relationship with Kotaro, Korisu has only her demons to face as she finally discovers the two are dating...

Demelza • 24th September 2020

Manga Review

Something’s Wrong With Us Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Something's Wrong With Us Nao and Tsubaki deliver sweets to an important client, but somewhere along the way the sweets have been ruined! Now Nao must work hard to regain the client's trust before the store loses their business forever...

Demelza • 24th September 2020

Manga Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 2 Review

Now that Lloyd has taken the exam to become a soldier, he believes he's about to become busier. However, our young hero has actually failed and is now faced with having to find a part-time job! As those around him look on in wonder at his incredible strength, we enter the second volume of this light novel adaptation.

Demelza • 23rd September 2020

Anime Review

Mobile Suit Gundam 00: Film + OVAs Collector’s Edition Review

While the included series recap OVAs are a vast disappointment, A Wakening of the Trailblazer is a good take on an alien invasion story with 00’s trademark action sequences.

Onosume • 22nd September 2020

Manga Review

Clover: Collector’s Edition Review

CLAMP's stark, minimalist cyberpunk work is now out as an extra large, hardback edition.

Ian Wolf • 21st September 2020

Anime Review

Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato 2202 – Part 2 Review

The second half of the second series of Space Battleship Yamato, otherwise known as Star Blazers, adds on the tension as the three-way war between Earth, Gamillas and Gatlantis rages across the galaxy. The only question that remains has to be: does it finish the plot in a satisfying manner?

Cold Cobra • 19th September 2020

Manga Review

Maison Ikkoku Collector’s Edition Volume 1

If you have yet to get yourself acquainted with Rumiko Takahashi’s work, or are looking to upgrade your copies, now’s a great time to invest in this series.

darkstorm • 17th September 2020

Manga Review

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 4 Review

This already violent story takes a more disturbing sexual turn in this volume.

Ian Wolf • 16th September 2020

Anime Review

COP CRAFT The Complete Series Review

When a tough ex-vet detective sergeant (human) and a young and beautiful female knight (alien) are teamed up to solve crime, is their partnership doomed to failure – or will they find a way to overcome their prejudices and work together?

Sarah • 15th September 2020

Anime Review

Revolutionary Girl Utena: Part 3 Review

Revolutionary Girl Utena is a unique experience like no other, a shojo series that continues to be one of the best in the genre. True to its name, it’s revolutionary.

darkstorm • 14th September 2020

Film Review

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion Review

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion is a memorable addition to the franchise. While there are some inconsistencies with where it’s set in the anime’s timeline, these are easily forgiven, given they don’t impact on the viewing experience all that much. If you’re a fan of the series then this is a must-own!

Demelza • 12th September 2020

Manga Review

O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 7 Review

O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 7 contains all the character drama and masterful storytelling we’ve come to expect from the series. As we gear up for the final instalment, the cast are given the perfect reason to come together and rise up to protect the things they hold dear.

Demelza • 10th September 2020

Anime Review

Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Part 2 Review

The second part of Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans is a rollercoaster ride into hell, filled with intense action sequences and tender moments with its strong, tight-knit cast of characters. While it may lack the finesse of the first part’s drama and plot development, this is overall one of the strongest entries in the Gundam franchise.

Onosume • 9th September 2020

Manga Review

Fly Me to the Moon Volume 1 Review

Kenjiro Hata is back with a brand-new series, Fly Me to the Moon! A boy meets girl story with a twist, where our protagonist ends up agreeing to marriage on his first meeting with the heroine. But does the series live up to Hayate the Combat Butler which the creator is famous for?

Demelza • 8th September 2020

Anime Review

Black Clover Season 2 Part 4 Review

The penultimate release of Black Clover's second season gets off to a strong start but sadly can't keep the magic going through this very brief visit to the Clover Kingdom

N.E.C • 7th September 2020

Manga Review

Not Your Idol Volume 2 Review

A few months ago Viz Media released the first volume of Not Your Idol into English. Despite a disappointing first instalment, we check out Volume 2 to find out if the series has improved.

Demelza • 6th September 2020

Manga Review

Perfect World Volume 2 Review

Perfect World Volume 2 is filled with new plot threads, but manages to flesh them out well. Just like the first instalment, this one is a difficult read due to the depressing nature of the content, but it’s engrossing all the same. If you enjoyed Volume 1, then you’re likely to enjoy this one too.

Demelza • 5th September 2020