I mean, I’m not saying I’m Haruhi Suzumiya, but have you ever seen Haruhi and I in the Same Place? (AX2017)

So, as of a few weeks ago (and I've yet to write a post on the title), Chronic has introduced me to The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, and I'm loving<3 it; having nearly consumed all of the media by this point, I can say with certainty that the show is a gem of philosophical mystery wrapped …

Fremium Routes: Otome on a Budget–Destiny Ninja+ <3

The Taira Clan's rule is ending, and war has come. Travel back in time to the Sengoku Era, and fall in love with a noble warrior. ~~~~~少女~~~~~少女~~~~~少女~~~~~少女 You've awoken in the forest without a clue where you are. A battle is raging, but your memories are scattered like leaves on wind; suddenly, you're approached by …

Fremium routes? — a “Shoujo Thoughts: Otaku Ramblings” podcast (8)

https://youtu.be/leVdy6ecBwg Featured Music: Unravel from Tokyo Ghoul as performed by Animenz Piano Sheets Featured Articles: The Joy of Conventions #10/ Senshi Ani Girls Earl and Fairy Review: A Fantastical Victorian Era Anime Beginners: Do I Watch Now or Binge later? Podcast Notes: My podcast catalog can be found here. Click through here to find Destiny Ninja on …

Anime Expo Updates (and Cosplay Countdown)~!

We're down to the wire, dear anime enthusiasts. Time for a few AX updates! Firstly, I am happy to announce that our concussed friend, he-who-has-yet-to-pick-a-blog-pseudonym, will be attending the expo with us in just a few days time. Our compatriots count is back up to three: Shoujo, Chronic, and no-name! As you may recall, no-name's …

Dance with Devils, the Musical! <3

"ダ・レ・ニ・モ・イ・エ・ナ・イ・ヒ・ミ・ツ・ダ・ヨ" "It's a secret that only you and I will know..." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY9LOMVnjZE   Or perhaps not! The Dance with Devils (anime description at link) musical opened in 2016 with a cast that seems at a glance perfectly fitting for their respective roles! (I am GEEKING OUT over that promo video above.) I seriously know nothing about these …

Come, it’s time to “Dance with Devils” — Recommended (Dub/Sub)

Bias Disclaimer: Anime openings are often used as indicators of a title's quality. The interest sparked by said openings in animation, music, and depiction throughout is used to gauge whether or not a show is worth viewing. In high school, my best friend, Ginger--remember her from the Ouran Watch Alongs?-- and I had silly nicknames …

Anime OP Covers and English Interpretations! *Male Covers for Fangirls Edition*

SINGERS, GO! ~<3 ~<3 ~<3 ~<3~<3 ~<3 Are you ready for some awesome anime op covers and English translations?   Below we find today's YouTube Breakdown of fangirl-worthy male, anime-inspired covers! Artist: Brandon M Song: 200% Love (UtaPri) This English cover is driving me up the wall (in a positive way, I promise!); I adore the …

Mystic Messenger Hell (Casual Route –Party Day!) *first attempt* -Yoosung-

Dear Anime Compatriots, I'm going to make this short and spoiler free...  When it was all said and done, Yoosung became a more interesting character. And he was terribly injured in the process. The epilogue confirms that necessary surgery to remedy his situation occurs several years into the future, after he and my MC are …

Mystic Messenger Hell (Casual Route –Day 10) *first attempt* -Yoosung-

[super spoilers] Dear Anime Compatriots, As I write, Yoosung is being tortured in a high tech cult dungeon by Seven's...childhood friend/brother??... and Seven is calling in V's reinforcements from outside the compound. This route is so much more overarching plot-intensive than Zen's route; I'm shocked and pleased. Day 10 is rapidly turning out to be …

Mystic Messenger Hell (Casual Route –Day 9) *first attempt* -Yoosung-

[just assume spoilers from now on] Dear Anime Compatriots, OH MY GOSH, RIKA BLINDED V?!?!? That... that was an unexpected tidbit dropped by Yoosung during the last phone call. Man alive. He said it so casually, too! I don't even know anymore, but this mystery is fabulous, 10/10!! Things have gotten oh so serious, and …