Reviews

Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki Volume 1 Review

When it comes to our everyday lives, not many people would literally view life as a game. However, that’s exactly how the duo of Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki, a new light novel series from Yen Press, view the world!

Demelza • 22nd August 2019

Manga Review

Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Volume 1 Review

Overall, Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest is a wonderful return to the franchise. Longtime fans will be overjoyed to be reunited with their favourite characters as they embark on a whole new adventure.

Demelza • 21st August 2019

Anime Review

Dai Shogun – Great Revolution Review

While Dai Shogun's backstory speaks of some potential, it ends up going nowhere with its harem plot, with fanservice that is played too straight to be funny, while its animation leaves a lot to be desired.

Onosume • 20th August 2019

Anime Review

Black Clover Season 1 Part 4 Review

Asta and his dysfunctional group of Magic Knights continue on their adventures in this penultimate release of its first season. While Black Clover continues to make small improvements, it still struggles to stand out among its shonen peers.

N.E.C • 19th August 2019

Anime Review

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Set 1 Review

While there is still another DVD set of Naruto Shippuden to come, here we have the debut Blu-ray set of the sequel series: Boruto – Naruto Next Generations. Does resetting the cast to a childhood one and increasing the technology level breathe fresh life into the series? Let’s find out!

Cold Cobra • 16th August 2019

Manga Review

Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san Volume 1 Review

Overall, Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san is a real treat for book lovers. If you’re an existing fan thanks to the anime then the manga is well worth jumping into, but newcomers will also greatly enjoy their first steps into Honda-san’s world.

Demelza • 14th August 2019

Manga Review

Sky Hawk Review

Sky Hawk is a western-themed manga that tells the story of two former samurai, Hikosaburô Soma and Manzô Shiotsu, who in May 1869 crossed to San Francisco on an immigrant ship to seek a new world. The two samurai thought they had left behind the way of Bushido but find themselves embroiled in the awful conflicts between the Native American tribes and the American government.

HWR • 13th August 2019

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Volume 2 Review

Overall, 86 Volume 2 continues to offer a worthwhile and interesting read. It’s not quite as good as Volume 1 due to being a flashback story but hopefully this will be worth it in the long run.

Demelza • 12th August 2019

Anime Review

Sagrada Reset Complete Collection Review

From the studio behind JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Sagrada Reset is a touching drama in a town of super-powers, but will the slow-burn make you wish you could reset time?

Josh A. Stevens • 11th August 2019

Anime Review

DARLING in the FRANXX Part 2 Review

Overall, Darling in the Franxx offers an exciting sci-fi mecha series that, while let down by a confused ending, aims to entertain. It’s not the best Studio Trigger anime by a long way, but if you enjoyed the first half then you’ll undoubtedly find something to like here.

Demelza • 10th August 2019

Anime Review

Attack on Titan: Season 3 Part 1 Review

While not as gory as previous collections, the latest release of Attack on Titan makes up for it with added drama.

Ian Wolf • 9th August 2019

Book Review

My Hero Academia: School Briefs Volume 2 Review

Overall My Hero Academia: School Briefs Volume 2 does a great job of covering the training camp in its own way. With a variety of stories that offer something for everyone, this is a must-have for those looking to spend more time with their favourite heroes.

Demelza • 5th August 2019

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 2 Review

Overall the second volume of Snow White with the Red Hair shifts the focus away from romance and onto the growing cast of characters. This move delivers some excellent character development which will no doubt increase our enjoyment of the series going forward.

Demelza • 4th August 2019

Anime Review

Steins;Gate 0 Part 1 Review

Steins;Gate was a gripping SF series - so how does not-quite sequel Steins;Gate 0 measure up? Revisit the colourful members of the Future Gadgets Lab as they explore the terrifying possibility of time travel once more.

Sarah • 3rd August 2019

Anime Review

Kizumonogatari Part 2: Nekketsu Review

This part of Kizumonogatari is better paced than the first, with more to keep you engaged. Both newcomers to the story and those who have read the light novel will find plenty to like here with SHAFT’s wonderful and quirky animation.

Demelza • 2nd August 2019

Manga Review

Dive!! Volume 3 Review

Overall Dive!! comes to an end without leaving a splash. Those of you looking for a shorter sports series may enjoy this provided you don’t mind the lack of technical information on diving.

Demelza • 1st August 2019

Anime Review

Hellsing Ultimate Complete Collection Review

A blood-soaked romp, Hellsing Ultimate is the pinnacle of action anime, providing nonstop thrills from beginning to end, and is well worth sinking your teeth into

IncendiaryLemon • 30th July 2019

Manga Review

Cardcaptor Sakura Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

This handsome (but pricey) collector's edition of the classic magical girl series from CLAMP would make a splendid special gift for a fan – or a new reader to the series.

Sarah • 30th July 2019

Anime Review

Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counter Attack Review

The conclusion of the "Universal Century" arc leaves you with a feeling of sadness in witnessing the final fight between Amuro Ray and Char Aznable.

Ian Wolf • 28th July 2019

Manga Review

Love in Focus Volume 3 Review

Now that we’ve reached the end of Love in Focus, I can look back and say I enjoyed the series quite a lot. The characters were likeable and the romance was intriguing. Anyone looking for a shorter shojo series should definitely give this one a read.

Demelza • 27th July 2019