Reviews

Aoharu x Machinegun Review

Although it may not have been the action-filled romp I expected, Aoharu x Machinegun instead offers quality drama, focusing sharply on its small cast of well developed characters

IncendiaryLemon • 5th September 2018

Book Review

Otorimonogatari Review

Otorimonogatari is an odd entry in the Monogatari series. Due to the toning down of the comedic aspects and use of a third person perspective, this is a very different Monogatari to the usual.

Demelza • 3rd September 2018

Manga Review

That Blue Sky Feeling Volume 1 Review

That Blue Sky Feeling delivers a likable story and provides a valuable resource, especially given its age-rating: Teen (13 +) as a means to read about - and maybe discuss - LGBT+ issues.

Sarah • 1st September 2018

Manga Review

Dr. Stone Volume 1 Review

A rock-solid start for this Shonen Jump adventure.

Ian Wolf • 31st August 2018

Anime Review

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in A Dungeon? On the Side: Sword Oratoria Review

Sword Oratoria offers everything we’ve come to know and love about DanMachi. Fans of Aiz and Loki Familia’s crew will get a lot out of this release, as will those who’re just looking for another DanMachi fix.

Demelza • 30th August 2018

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 1 Review

Although this first volume is playing with a concept that is sure to be familiar to many, the strength of the writing brings everything together for an insightful and moving story. This is a release not to be missed for fans of drama and slice of life!

Demelza • 28th August 2018

Film Review

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable (Live Action) Review

Diamond is Unbreakable is about as good an adaptation as could be made, but odd production decisions make it a tough recommendation

IncendiaryLemon • 27th August 2018

Anime Review

Bakuon!! Review

Whilst the unique premise makes it stand out more than some, when you get down to it, Bakuon!! is just another paint-by-numbers comedy

IncendiaryLemon • 24th August 2018

Manga Review

Dragon Ball Super Volume 3 Review

The third volume of the Dragon Ball Super manga pushes forward with the Future Trunks arc, full of twists, turns, timelines and dystopias. Is it any good though?

Cold Cobra • 23rd August 2018

Anime Review

The Asterisk War Part 1 Review

What The Asterisk War lacks in originality, it makes up for in execution, resulting in a highly entertaining and action-packed show, despite unnecessary and off-putting ecchi scenes

IncendiaryLemon • 22nd August 2018

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 1 Review

An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride offers a heartwarming and outright adorable story. The initial set-up might put people off but the series is determined to make Zagan and Nephy’s relationship pure rather than something born of master and servant. Those of you in the market for a new fantasy romance need look no further than here.

Demelza • 21st August 2018

Anime Review

One Piece Collection 18 Review

There are many stories about breaking out of jail. This is about breaking into it.

Ian Wolf • 20th August 2018

Anime Review

Naruto Shippuden Box Set 33 Review

Naruto Shippuden returns to disc format with fifteen episodes that’s roughly half manga adaptations this time. Is that a good thing? Well, yes, obviously, though the way they’re woven into the story is like someone constantly walking into your room and pressing pause button every half an hour…

Cold Cobra • 17th August 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

Anime Review

Food Wars: The Second Plate Review

A step down from the first season, Food Wars: The Second Plate still manages to squeak by on the quality of its cast and presentation.

IncendiaryLemon • 11th August 2018

Manga Review

Bleach Volume 73 Review

Volume 73 is Bleach’s penultimate book, but as we head towards the big finale, is the series suitably red-hot, or are we just plodding along to the end?

Cold Cobra • 8th August 2018

Book Review

Garrison Girl Review

Garrison Girl is yet another entry in this huge franchise that deserves to be in any fan’s collection. Garrison Girl is everything I find fascinating about Attack on Titan in one gripping instalment.

Demelza • 6th August 2018

Anime Review

Dragon Ball Super Part 4 Review

Dragon Ball Super reaches it first big, non-tournament arc as the evil “Goku Black” appears to re-ruin Future Trunks’ already dystopian world… but before that, standalone comedy episodes! Hooray!

Cold Cobra • 3rd August 2018

Film Review

Lu Over the Wall Review

Lu Over the Wall is a riotously exuberant watch with an engaging blend of music and colourful, fluid animation - fun for all the family!

Sarah • 30th July 2018

Manga Review

My Boy Volume 2 Review

Hitomi Takano continues to weave a compelling but disturbing narrative about an older woman's friendship with a boy in the second volume of the ongoing series My Boy.

Sarah • 28th July 2018