Winter 2024 Anime Review
Solo Leveling - 24 Episodes
This has been and will be my most anticipated series. We've only scratched the surface of the story and people are going nuts. I've been reading the light novel translations for a while now and I'm not even a little ready for when certain things are animated.
Easily one of the best anime adaptations out there. More to look forward to.
Sidenote - A1 is killing the animations considering it's one of their bigger ones in a while.
Also - they did a really solid job with the sound design, a lot of the timing made certain scenes feel just that much more intense.
9/10 - Amazing
Frieren - 28 episodes
Such a unique watching experience.
I think so many shows these days are fast paced, and action oriented, especially within the fantasy genre. This is such a relaxing and enjoyable watch.
The story is moving and the animations are warm and fuzzy.
Not much I'd change about the series.
10/10 - Masterpiece
The Apothecary Diaries - 24 Episodes
The second half of this series kept up with the flow of the first half really well. I feel like that shouldn't be a feat but it really is these days.
I genuinely love watching the subtleties of the romance in this series and the medical mystery cases are just as fun to watch.
The story has so many little bits and pieces working throughout the show and the last episode had me wrecked for reasons I never saw coming.
Just overall a big fan of this series.
9/10 - Amazing
Delicious in Dungeon - 12/24 Episodes
This series has no right to be this much fun.
The animations match the energy of the show so well and I think it's one of the best "entertainment" series of the season.
I was worried it would start to repeat itself but found that the characters become the highlight of the series and I looked forward to every episode.
(This is the series this season that I'm high-key obsessed with.)
8.5/10 - Very Good+
Shangri-La Frontier - 25 Episodes
One of the most fun looking MMORPG animes I've seen. I remember reading the teaser manga a while ago and was stoked to see it animated. Just a genuinely well done gamer oriented series.
They do such a good job at showing exactly the kinds of small things gamers pay attention to and some of the combat learning is stellar.
Not to mention the sound track honestly did not need to go as hard as it did?!
Really hoping they continue on with this for another season.
8/10 - Very Good
Bucchigiri?! - 12 Episodes (Updated)
I haven't seen any coverage for this show for some reason.
It's a one shot that Mappa animated.
The story felt quite slow but I personally had fun with it, the character design was satisfying - gives a bit of Jojo's and SK8 vibes.
After a few weeks I couldn't stop thinking about it and went back - it ends up being a decently satisfying story. It's rare to see single season shows and I think that was really refreshing.
(Opening and ending are both bangers)
7.5/10 - Good+
Mashle - Season 2 - 12 Episodes
I decided to watch this once all the episodes had aired. I found that it's not one you can be in the mood to watch all the time, but when you are it's just as hilarious as the first season.
I've enjoyed the pacing of the story and I'm looking forward to future seasons.
7.5/10 - Good+
Unwanted Undead - 12 Episodes
Another series I read the manga for when it premiered. There's something about this series that gets me hooked. While the animations aren't anything of note, I find the story is oddly unique and I ended up bingeing all the episodes in one go. Definitely one I'm curious to see where it goes.
7/10 - Good
Mr. Villain's Day Off - 12 Episodes
This is purely for my own personal interest in attractive moody villains with alter ego's. It's a lot of fun to watch and it's just so wholesome.
That's it.
7/10 - Good
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January Anime Releases 2024
Classroom of the Elite S3 - January 3rd via Crunchyroll
Chained Soldier - January 4th via HiDive
Delicious in Dungeon - January 4th via Crunchyroll
Demon Prince of Momochi House - January 5th via Crunchyroll
The Unwanted Undead Adventurer - January 5th via Crunchyroll
A Sign of Affection - January 6th via Crunchyroll
Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga -January 6th via Crunchyroll
Kingdom S5 - January 6th via Crunchyroll
MASHLE Season 2 - January 6th via Crunchyroll
Solo Leveling - January 6th via Crunchyroll
The Apothecary Diaries Cour 2 - January 6th via Crunchyroll
Tales of Wedding Rings - January 6th via Crunchyroll
Banished from the hero's party - January 7th via Crunchyroll
Mr. Villain's Day Off - January 7th via Crunchyroll
One Piece Egghead Arc - January 7th via Crunchyroll
High Card S2 - January 8th via Crunchyroll
Tis Time for "Torture" - January 8th via Crunchyroll
Tsukimichi - Moonlit Fantasy Season 2 - January 8th via Crunchyroll
Metallic Rouge - January 10th via Crunchyroll
Delusional Monthly Magazine - January 11th via Crunchyroll
The Witch and the Beast - January 11th via Crunchyroll
The Weakest Tamer began a journey to pick up trash - January 12th via Crunchyroll
Bucchigiri - January 13th via Crunchyroll
Let us know what you guys think of the shows and be sure to share what animes you're looking forward to this season. We will keep you updated on any others that may drop after the 15th!
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