It's really hard not to compare this series with My Dress Up Darling since they're both very focused on Cosplay, but they go about approaching the subject in pretty different ways. Ultimately, I enjoy this series a lot, but for very different reasons. This show starts slow, but I think picks up later as the friend group expands and the cast grows. I think the back-stories of some of the supporting cast completely outshine the MC's though - especially Aria. Her story, in both the anime, and manga, really stood out to me as being impressive.
I don't see why some people complained in the thread
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Jan 1, 2025
I gave this show a 10, and I know that’s probably grossly overrated, because it’s not without its issues – pacing and payoff being the primary ones, but this show hits so close to my strike zone that I’m unabashedly giving it a perfect score. I’m sure there’s going to be haters out there, but this show is fantastic and I deeply hope they make another season so we get all the payoff that wasn’t granted in season 1, only teased. I don’t really think I need to explain what’s charming about this show, it’s pretty painfully obvious from watching an episode or two, and
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Jan 1, 2025
Kizumonogatari: Koyomi Vamp
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It’s honestly impressive how editing can change an entire character from soup to nuts. Kizumonogatari: Koyomi Vamp – is an abridged cut of the three Kizumonogatari movies, shrunk down to fit into a theatrical release. Now, what did they cut you might ask? All of Hanekawa’s character development (and horniness). You might say to yourself, “cutting out all the fanservice? That seems to be a great way to reach a new audience.” And, you might be right about that, but unfortunately, if you don’t include all the Hanekawa bits, we really only have this one view of her as a very sympathetic, perfect being, when
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Jan 1, 2025
I picked up the manga for this thinking I’d like it based off the key art, so when the anime dropped on Crunchyroll I added it to my watch list. Woke up this morning, on the first day of the New Year, and was trying to find something to watch over Coffee… this was what I put on and I was not disappointed.
I think I’m going to casually swap out the retail training course we use for this and see if it improves things. The art was really nice; gave me a warm feeling. Lead character was relatable and likable in every way. 10/10 movie, and another ... 
Dec 27, 2023
Dead Mount Death Play Part 2
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It's nearly impossible for me NOT to compare this to DuRaRaRa!! (previous Naritaverse series), so I won't try.
I really love this series, but I'd like to say upfront, i think if you have to pick between watching the anime or reading the manga - read the manga. The anime didn't really add anything, or improve on the base at all, and I felt some of the animation was pretty rough and felt rushed-out. The voice acting was fine, but nothing on the level of DuRaRaRa!! (which has one of the best ensemble casts in basically anything). I don't think anyone in Deathplay really stood out ... 
Dec 24, 2023
I wonder how many people will say they Really, Really, Rally, Really, Really love this series? Because....I am one of them.
Peak of the medium. Culmination of the genre. Ultimate comedy-romance to end all comedy-romances. Truly one of the purest experiences of 2023. Not exagerating when I say that looking forward to this show every week kept me alive while working retail at Christmas. And all I wanted for the holiday was for them to confirm a season 2, which they delivered. We are ever so blessed. I'm sure by the time Rentaro gets his hundredth girlfriend, this series will have cured cancer and brought about ... 
Dec 19, 2023
I reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaally love this series. If you watched season 1 and enjoyed it, I think you'll enjoy this season just as much. Feels like a perfectly executed continuation. On the whole this series is such a simple concept for an isekai, not overly laden down with stuff like rules, skills, exp, level ups, whatever. Just OL transported to fantasy world where she's got healing magic and gets to have a chance at romance. It's cute, wholesome, and the art is well done. Sei has her little side-quests and there's occassionally obstacles that pop up that she needs to clear, but the series does a good
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Dec 15, 2023
The only thing I can really say about this series is that it was truly harmless.
Just a kinda bland office romance with a cute, short stack senpai, and a bit of a quiet, normie kohai. I like the dynamic between them, it's very fuzzy, but there was no development on a character or couple level at all. They both start out kind of crushing on each other (i think) and by the end they're still exactly where they began. Sadly this is another series where the coworkers and their story seem more interesting than the main characters. I really liked their manager as well as ... 
Nov 7, 2023
I'ma be real. I'm only typing extra words here because MAL's standard for review has judged my entry below to be unworthy due to its patheticly to-the-point nature, and reduced word count. I feel like I'm a middle schooler being forced to pad out his book report by trying to find the longest way to write something. With that said...
-- GIGA ULTRA MASSIVE SPOILER WARNING FOR THE LAST EPISODE WHICH I HAVE ENTIRELY BASED MY SCORE AROUND -- Whenever the utterly soul crushing weight of reality becomes so unbearable that I can no longer igore the worry that I'm treacherously sliding down the 89 degree slope ... 
Nov 7, 2023
Bikini Warriors
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Look. The show is called Bikini Warriors. It's not like you didn't expect where the series is going. My main criticisms of the series are two-fold.
1) The episode length: 4 minutes isn't long enough. The show is funny, the girls are sexy, and the voice acting is done by some of Japan's top talent. You will want full length episodes. Sadly, you're stuck with shorts. 2) The series is only 12 episodes long. And... it ends on a total cliff-hanger. Would have liked to see where this goes, but sadly, doubt we ever will. With those negatives taken into account, really thought this show did exactly what ... |
