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Hitorijime My Hero Volume 1 Review

A likable cast of characters and a distinctive graphic style make the first volume of Hitorijime My Hero an engaging read – but there are some dramatic and emotional moments as well to tug at the heartstrings.

Sarah • 18th January 2019

Manga Review

Yuri is My Job! Volume 1 Review

If you’re a yuri fan, or perhaps interested in getting into it but not sure where to start, Yuri is My Job! is a fun and strong start of a new series that is worth picking up.

darkstorm • 17th January 2019

Opinion

Why The Rising of the Shield Hero’s Anime Is Better Than the Original Light Novel

The Rising of the Shield Hero's introduction into the world of anime has had a rocky start – but how does it compare to the original material?

Demelza • 16th January 2019

Features

Autumn Overview 2018 – Anime UK News writers look back over the season

How was the Autumn Season 2018 for you? Anime UK News writers have been looking back and asking: did the series we were looking forward to live up to their initial promise?

AUKN Staff • 15th January 2019

Anime Review

Mob Psycho 100 Season 1 Review

From the creator of One Punch Man comes a series that swaps superheroes for psychics and the supernatural. Mob Psycho 100 boasts the same excellent tone and humour with some uniquely innovative animation.

N.E.C • 14th January 2019

News

The End Is Not the End with Seven Seas’ License of NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: ANIMA Light Novels

A series of light novels exploring an alternative ending to EVANGELION? Seven Seas Entertainment conclude the first new license announcements for 2019 with five more very different and exciting titles.

Sarah • 12th January 2019

News

Manga UK To Release Overlord II Collector’s Edition Next Month

Manga Entertainment announces surprise February 2019 release for Overlord II, with a Collector's Edition exclusively available on Zavvi!

Josh A. Stevens • 11th January 2019

Manga Review

The Quintessential Quintuplets Volume 1 Review

Overall, The Quintessential Quintuplets is an okay entry in the romcom genre. It’s perhaps outshone by VIZ Media’s recent debut of We Never Learn but, nevertheless, if you like this genre I think The Quintessential Quintuplets is worth checking out at some point - even if it’s not right now.

Demelza • 11th January 2019

News

Seven Seas Licenses The Cornered Mouse Dreams of Cheese, Arifureta and More!

A wonderful variety of new manga and light novel licenses coming from Seven Seas Entertainment with a range of titles to please readers of different genres!

Sarah • 10th January 2019

News

Anime Limited Delays Maquia DVD & Blu-ray to March

Listings on Amazon and Zavvi deliver another blow to Anime Limited's 12 Days of Christmas sale, seemingly confirming a delay to the highly anticipated Early Bird pre-orders for Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms.

Josh A. Stevens • 10th January 2019

Manga Review

Dragon Half Omnibus Volume 1 Review

Dragon Half was an enjoyable read, despite me having no real incentive to continue reading it beyond this release. While this style of comedy isn’t for me, I think those who like classic comedy manga will really enjoy Seven Seas’ release.

Demelza • 9th January 2019

Book Review

The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Golden Yarn Review

The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Golden Yarn is a must read for fans of the franchise. While I recommend taking breaks between stories so not to be bogged down in how dark these tales are, each one is a welcome addition to this universe

Demelza • 5th January 2019

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Teapot • 3rd January 2019

News

Delayed Anime Limited Exclusive Collector’s Editions Due Next Week

Anime Limited confirms revised delivery date for the delayed 12 Days of Christmas pre-orders for Snow White with the Red Hair, Assassination Classroom and Escaflowne collections.

Josh A. Stevens • 2nd January 2019

News

Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! & The Seven Deadly Sins the Movie: Prisoners of the Sky Now Streaming on Netflix

Two more anime films join the Netflix platform in time for the new year!

NormanicGrav • 1st January 2019

News

Watch the First Teaser for CG Anime “Pokémon the Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back – Evolution”

The first brief teaser trailer has been revealed for the new Pokémon film Japanese fans are affectionally referring to as "Resurrection M", showing a brand new CG animation style!

Josh A. Stevens • 31st December 2018

News

Third Window Films Release Mega-hit Zombie Film “One Cut of the Dead” in Cinemas and on Blu-Ray/DVD in January 2019

Third Window Films are bringing low-budget zombie film One Cut of the Dead to UK screens both big and small in 2019! This title has been causing a storm throughout 2018 after garnering awards and…

genkinahito • 31st December 2018

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 3 Review

Volume 3 of Kokoro Connect continues to offer a compelling read with a new and difficult phenomenon for our cast to overcome.

Demelza • 29th December 2018

Features

Anime Adaptations Part 2: From West to East

In Part 2 of this mini-article series, we flip the game over and ask: what Western media would make great anime adaptations?

darkstorm • 27th December 2018

Features

Anime Adaptations Part 1: From East to West

In Part 1 of this article mini-series, we discuss Japanese series that have been made into Western films so far and have a think about what anime would make for a good live action US adaptation...

darkstorm • 26th December 2018