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Secrets of the Silent Witch Volume 1 Review

Secrets of the Silent Witch introduces us to Monica Everett who's tasked with attending school to guard Prince Felix. But for a mage who spends her days living happily in the mountains, avoiding all contact with other people, will she be able to overcome her anxiety and protect Felix?

Demelza • 1st March 2023

Manga Review

ARIA, The Masterpiece Volume 6 Review

Aria The Masterpiece Volume 6 is more low-key in its approach to storylines, leaning less into the more fantastical side of the world of Neo-Venezia, and focuses instead on the themes of change and self-improvement, with some hints of romance in the process, making for a more introspective read.

HWR • 28th February 2023

Manga Review

SOTUS Volume 1 Review

First-year student Kongpob stands up for his fellow freshmen when Arthit and the other third years impose a strict regime of hazing on the new members of the engineering faculty. Has Arthit met his match in this stubborn young man?

Sarah • 27th February 2023

Manga Review

Welcome Back, Alice Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of Welcome Back, Alice introduces us to a new character who helps give Yohei an outlet for his feelings. Between that and plenty of unexpected twists, there's a lot going on this time around!

Demelza • 25th February 2023

News

Musical performances celebrating past awards winners Attack On Titan Final Season, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Mugen Train Arc and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1 announced for 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Award

Crunchyroll, the global brand providing fans with the ultimate anime experience, announced a slate of musical performances to commemorate past Anime Awards winners, including ALI, a group…

Sarah • 24th February 2023

Book Review

Hirano and Kagiura (Novel) Review

How will the high school’s ‘buddy system’ work out for first-year Kagiura when he finds he’s rooming with second-year Hirano? Suppose the two don’t get on? It’s going to be a journey of discovery for both students as the new school year begins…

Sarah • 23rd February 2023

Film Review

Love Me, Love Me Not Collector’s Edition Review

Based on Io Sakisaka's popular manga series comes a wonderful anime adaptation from studio A-1 Pictures that follows four characters as they fumble their way through romance.

Demelza • 22nd February 2023

Manga Review

My Isekai Life: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of My Isekai Life sees the protagonist facing off against a powerful dragon, converting mushrooms into potions and once more setting off for new experiences.

Demelza • 21st February 2023

Manga Review

Sasaki and Miyano Volume 07 Review

It’s taken Miyano a long time to realize that he likes Sasaki ‘in that way’ – and becoming a couple just as third year exams and university entrance are taking place is the first of many external pressures that they’re going to have to face together…

Sarah • 20th February 2023

Manga Review

If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die Volume 1 Review

Three years after the anime adaptation, the source material for If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die finally makes its way to the West. But has it been worth the wait?

Demelza • 18th February 2023

Manga Review

WANDANCE Volume 3 Review

It’s contest time – and Kaboku and Wanda are excited about taking part with the dance club for the first time. But how will the Ichirin High School dance club fare when competing on a public stage?

Sarah • 17th February 2023

Book Review

The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady, we're introduced to new characters as protagonist Anishphia must deal with the after-effects of her fight against a dragon and help investigate what caused her brother to cast Euphyllia aside.

Demelza • 16th February 2023

Manga Review

Barbarities Volume 1 Review

Strait-laced justice minister Lord Montague needs a bodyguard. Who should the king send but devilishly handsome and charming Adam, Viscount Canning? But Adam is intrigued by Joel, Lord Montague’s scholarly nephew – cue a romantic comedy of manners, with darker shadows of treason and rebellion on the horizon.

Sarah • 15th February 2023

News

Makoto Shinkai to Attend Early “Suzume” Screening Next Month

Crunchyroll have announced a special preview for Makoto Shinkai's latest anime blockbuster "Suzume" at the BFI Southbank cinema next month, where the director will be in attendance.

Josh A. Stevens • 14th February 2023

Manhwa/Manhua Review

Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation (Mo Dao Zu Shi): The Comic Volume 1 Review

The first volume of the manhua (comic) adaptation of danmei fantasy series Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation (Mo Dao Zu Shi) introduces a new audience to the story of Wei Wuxian, summoned back to the world of the living to revisit the unfinished business he left behind in death.

Rui • 14th February 2023

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 13 and 14 Review

These two new instalments of Rent-A-Girlfriend kick off a brand new arc in which Kazuya comes to Mizuhara with a plan to make her dreams come true. Plus he meets his new neighbour, who turns out to be yet another oddball.

Demelza • 13th February 2023

Manga Review

The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid sees the Demon Lord's maid group make a return as they hope to put a stop to the main characters for good. When Sumire and Ivy fall into their trap, what fate awaits them?

Demelza • 12th February 2023

Manga Review

My Coworker Has a Secret! Volume 1 Review

My Coworker Has a Secret! follows idol fanatic Akari, who spends all her money on her hobbies and doesn't even have enough to pay for lunch! Her destitute ways soon lead her to an encounter that will hopefully improve her life for the better.

Demelza • 11th February 2023

News

Crunchyroll announces new Demon Slayer cinema experience dates

Aniplex of America & Crunchyroll reveal Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba – To The Swordsmith Village – opens in UK & Ireland cinemas March 1st

Tickets go on sale February 17th…

Sarah • 10th February 2023

Manga Review

Cut-Over Criteria Review

Systems engineer team manager Seto has turned thirty and devotes all his time to his work. So when a bright young graduate, Jin, joins his team, he has high expectations – but the last thing he’s expecting is a declaration of love from the new recruit!

Sarah • 10th February 2023