Anime Los Angeles 2014

By Takaii January 13, 2014

After being spoiled with Anime-Expo for the past four years, I thought it would be cool to go check out some of the other conventions that were somewhat close to where I live. So after a spur of events that introduced Anime Los Angeles or ALA to me, I applied to get a press badge -- and I actually got it. Review of the Con and tons more pictures after the break!

First Impressions Toaru Hikuushi e no Koiuta

Toaru Hikuushi e no Koiuta – 02

By Zephyr January 13, 2014

(Kadokesu Koto Gakko Hi Sora Ka)
"Cadoques High, Aerial Division"

Here we go. As training gets underway, this could be the start of something great.

First Impressions Noragami

Noragami – 02

By Cherrie January 13, 2014

(Yuki no Youna)
"Snow-like"

Talk about hitting puberty - Yuki gets no sympathy votes from me.

First Impressions SPACE☆DANDY

Space Dandy – 02

By Guardian Enzo January 13, 2014

(Maboroshi no Uch Rmen o Sagasu jan yo)
"The Search for the Phantom Space Ramen, Baby"

It finally feels as if the anime season has started, thanks to this week's Space Dandy.

First Impressions Tonari no Seki-kun

Tonari no Seki-kun – 02

By Takaii January 12, 2014

(Shougi)
"Shogi"

Continuing on from its strong showing last week, this short anime brings to life something I would normally find super boring.

First Impressions Seitokai Yakuindomo

Seitokai Yakuindomo* – 02

By Takaii January 12, 2014

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(Hagimura Suzu wo Mimamotteimashita / Ousai-Eiryou Gakuen Kouryuukai Okawari! / Aria no Korenaani?? / Shoujyou Chekku Jyouubi wa Poketissyu / Surume to Takatoshi Mappa! So no Ni)
"I Was Watching Over Hagimura Suzu / Ousai-Eiryou Inter-school Exchange Round 2! / Aria's WTF is this?? / Always Have Tissues Ready For Your Check-up / Dried Squid and Takatoshi Naked! Part 2"

Not as dirty as I hoped, but the potential is still there.

First Impressions Series Introduction Snapshots

Nisekoi – 01

By Kairi January 12, 2014

(Yakusoku)
"Promise"

Nisekoi is a love-hate relationship.

First Impressions Series Introduction Snapshots

Sekai Seifuku ~Bouryaku no Zvezda~ – 01

By Stilts January 12, 2014

(Jinrui Kai Seifuku)
"Conquer All Humans"

Boy meets little girl. Little girl wants to conquer the world. Boy joins little girl. Tanks get blown the $@&% up. This show is ridiculous and interesting, I'm just not sure whether the crazy setup works with the quasi-serious tone.

First Impressions Nourin Series Introduction