06 - Random Curiosity

Toaru Hikuushi e no Koiuta – 01

By Zephyr January 6, 2014

(Tabidachi no Shima)
"Island of New Journeys"

There's a lot of potential here with this series.

Final Impressions First Impressions Yozakura Quartet

Yozakura Quartet – Hana no Uta – 13 (END)

By Asobi January 6, 2014

3 (Hana no Uta 3)
"Song of Flowers 3"

Hana no Uta is nowhere near greatness (youd still need a consistently strong narrative for that) but its a damn good bit of fun, and a great example of how strong execution is able to make up for where a series falls short.

First Impressions Nobunaga the Fool Series Introduction

Nobunaga the Fool – 01

By Zanibas January 6, 2014

(Hoshi)
"The Star"

The sacrifice. The king. The brains. One to lead, one to plan, and one to inspire it all. When east meets west, who will triumph in the end?

First Impressions Series Introduction SPACE☆DANDY

Space Dandy – 01

By Guardian Enzo January 6, 2014

(Nagare nagasarete ikiru jan yo)
"Live With the Flow, Baby"

So - is anime saved? For now, the jury is out and the bag is mixed.

First Impressions Saki Series Introduction

Saki: Zenkoku-hen – 01

By Stilts January 6, 2014

(Joukyou)
"To Tokyo"

Welcome back to the world of Saki, where the girls are cute, the mahjong is crazy, and pantsu are nowhere to be found.