Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru – Yusha no Shou – [Anime Series Review]

Episodes: 6 (or 7 – if you consider the recap episode to be part of the series proper)

Genre(s): Mahou Shoujo, Drama, Slice-of-life, Fantasy,

Aired: Nov 2017 – Jan 2018

Also known as: Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Hero Chapter; Yuuki Yuuna wa Yuusha de Aru – Yuusha no Shou; 結城友奈は勇者である -勇者の章-

Summary: Sequel to Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru.

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Favorite Anime Moments in 2017 (Part 2) | 12 Days of Aniblogging (Day 8)

Spoilers from Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru: Yusha no ShouACCA: 13-ku Kansatsu-kaYuki Yuna wa Yusah de Aru: Washio Sumi no Shou, Kotohana Kitan, Houseki no Kuni

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The Significance and Portrayal of Magical Girl Transformation Sequences | 12 Days of Aniblogging (Day 5)

One of the signature moments for any magical girl series is the transformation sequence. During said metamorphosis, the girl traditionally is left momentarily naked before she becomes a magical girl by donning a flamboyant, color-coordinated costume through the use of magic.

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To Be Human Is To Be… | 12 Days of Aniblogging (Day 4)

It’s a theme that is explored time and time again in anime. What makes humans human?

(Spoilers for Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru – Washio Sumi no Shou, URAHARA, and UQ Holder!: Mahou Sensei Negima 2)

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Favorite Recurring Scenes in Anime OPs (and EDs)

To be more specific, I’m talking about recurring scenes across different OPs from different anime series.

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Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru: Washio Sumi no Shou – Anime Series Review

Episodes: 6

Genre(s): Drama, Slice-of-life, Fantasy, Mahou Shoujo

Aired: Oct 2017 – Nov 2017

Also known as: Yuki Yuna is a Hero: The Washio Sumi Chapter; WaSuYu; 結城友奈は勇者である -鷲尾須美の章-

Summary: Three elementary school students are to become heroes and protect Shinju-sama, the god tree that protects humanity, from the mysterious Vertex. These 6 episodes also serve as a prequel to Yuki Yuna wa Yusha de Aru.

Review: Due to how it’s written, WaSuYu could possibly be watched before YuYuYu (which is the original series) and the viewer wouldn’t be missing all that  much, probably.

YuYuYu heavily really depends on the impact of certain plot twists and WaSuYu revisits such scenes. That means watching WaSuYu first would probably spoil the fun, as it were.

Look. I think you can either watch WaSuYu first or YuYuYu first. WaSuYu only hints at the developments and the reveals which gets fleshed out in YuYuYuYuYuYu also provides the backstory and history and explains whereas WaSuYu assmes you’ve already watched YuYuYu and skips such details. You do you and choose since both can work. Both are somewhat similar in themes, visuals, and narrative scope, however, so you should probably steer away from WaSuYu if you weren’t a fan of YuYuYu. With that being said, the presentation of WaSuYu is quite different, for better or for worst, which affects how the viewer perceives WaSuYu.

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Fall 2017 | Midseason Musings

The last Midseason Musings for 2017 is here! If you’re looking for my thoughts on the seasonal shows I’m currently watching, then you, esteemed reader, has come to the right place!

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The Obsession with Originality and the Dominance of Reductionist Criticism

There’s a widespread sickness within the anime community.

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Can We Stop Overusing the Word “Dark” to Describe Anime Series?

The anime blogger and critic community have always had a soft spot for buzzwords. However, this post will be focusing on a very specific word that I consider to be overused to the point of basically being meaningless. I’m talking about the word, “dark.” Continue reading “Can We Stop Overusing the Word “Dark” to Describe Anime Series?”

The Fall 2017 Anime Shows I Plan to Watch!

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