Short, non-spoiler reviews and hot takes of anime for the newly initiated weeb.
Part of the Weebing 101 Series “I’m new to this, how do I play?”Alright, so while there is a common thread of animation style across all anime, they vary widely in vibe and feel, as do all TV shows, so let’s break it down into common genres that you might not be familiar with. If... Continue Reading →
Part of the Weebing 101 Series First off, why the heck is it called weebery, weebing, weeb, Weeaboo, etc.? According to dictionary.com, its roots are thus: The word weeaboo came about as a alternative for the term Wapanese, a blend of white or wannabe with Japanese. Wapanese was used extensively on the website 4chan in the early 2000s to insult white people who were deemed overly fond... Continue Reading →
I feel that Maquia is an excellent example of the power of what I like to call "otherworld" mediums of fiction, such as stories told in fantasy or sci-fi settings, and animation in general, when it comes to drama and eliciting an emotional response. I consume fiction for a variety of reasons, but I want... Continue Reading →
Maquia blends sweeping, immersive fantasy with raw, heart-tenderizing emotion focusing on the bond of mother and son. Prepare your cry holes.
A gripping, gritty modern fantasy with fascinating psychological and historical elements.
A great capstone to the series (that chronologically takes place before the series ends). Definitely worth finding and watching.
An amazing Space Western that also acts as a great gateway to anime in general.
A feel-good sports anime starring cute girls in tanks. It feels like a war tactics game, like Valkyria Chronicles or somesuch. I enjoyed this more than I anticipated.
While the animation is pretty static, the voice acting brings this webcomic of working retail to life in a hilarious and endearing way.
Despite having a cut and dry predictable romcom plot, the character development here is surprisingly great, as are all of the characters. We found ourselves tremendously invested.
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