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Yaoi is not typically my thing but I do read a few. Caste Heaven I say is unique from Yaoi's I've read before and it is definitely not for the faint heart. It's no sunshine and rainbows but instead twisted, yet it's rather interesting. Before reading the manga, better be sure your mind is ready and open.

STORY >>>The plot isn't perfect, but the concept of the game is rather fresh and intriguing. It's a game that raises an eyebrow but nonetheless interesting since it is linked to the Stanford Experiment. Moreover, it's interesting how the game is exploited by the characters in various ways, some ... to their advantage. In the future chapters, hopefully more details about the game will be explored.

ART >>> The panels and characters are well drawn so we can get a little something from their facial expressions at least.

CHARACTERS >>> The characters are different from the 'romantic/sweet' type or the 'general' type so if you're looking for those kind of characters then this manga is not for you. Instead the characters are somewhat dark, and their 'intentions' maybe confusing (specially for one MC) but the other MCs inner strength is something I adore.

ENJOYMENT >>> Caste Heaven is something I normally don't like but the concept and the characters (and their development) are engaging enough. It's also interesting to crack one's head into figuring out what could it be that drives the characters behind their actions. I look forward to reading the next chapters.

Overall, it's a manga wherein you either love it or hate it.

Before watching Kingsglaive, if you've never followed the developments of FFXV I suggest you do a little research first about the characters and the story line. This is a prequel of the game so this is important.

STORY >>> The story, I say is quite good. Of course this doesn't shine away from crystals or the typical final fantasy themes of recent years but this has it's own charms and flair. There are a couple of scenes with cheesy lines (kind of, imo) but can be ignored. And the plot has its surprises.

ART >>> WOW! It's fantastic graphics, and shows how much the FF ... series has evolved.

SOUND >>> Nothing grandiose here but the sounds fits the scenes.

CHARACTER >>> The characters are nice and for mostly an action packed film there's character development for the main cast.

ENJOYMENT >>> Really enjoyed it and would recommend it to FF fans (or to non FF followers/fans, again just do a little research first otherwise you'd end up lost).

Surely one of the saddest stories ever is Minekura's Saiyuki Gaiden. Generally, it's a little comical, then there's the balanced amount of action and of course, drama.

Story and characters -- I have watched all three Saiyuki series (the animation), then finally read Gaiden (when I saw the anime trailer). The trilogy showed shadows of their past and reading the Gaiden is a very satisfying experience/ explanation how things turned out to be in the trilogy.

The relationship and friendships of the characters is one of the themes of the story and I say, Nataku and Goku's is probably the most gut-wrenching (That's all I'll ... say. See for yourself why). However, all others were also well made/developed and they keep the story-line interesting. Even the antagonist of the series does his role very well as you'll find yourself seriously want to more than punch him in the face.

The climax of the story kept me at the edge of my seat, in tears but still, cheering for the characters all the while. There's violence involve here and it's not for the faint heart. But I give this a solid 10 for it's simplicity yet engaging story line.

Art- Well, I really don't have problems with the art. The panels are well drawn and the emotions of the characters are well captured.

Overall, Amazing, Amazing, Awesome. Nothing much to say but a little piece of advice. Make sure your tissue roll is next to you when you read.

Okay, so before anything else, the plot for this one is not perfect but I gave it an 8 because its the first anime I know that featured characters interacting in an online game that may have inspired other similar works.

The art is certainly not as colorful as the recent ones and the colors maybe a little dull for most, but since it's me who is writing this review, the art is good enough considering that this is an older animation.

The OSTs of this show however, are some of the best I've heard to date and are no doubt very memorable. :)

The heart of ... the series is Tsukasa and everything revolve around him. That isn't to say the other characters don't get to shine, well they do, and some are well rounded while most fall short of development but nonetheless are interesting (in their own way) and important.

This may lack action but the mysteries are interesting enough of a reason to stick around. :)

Another sport (or game?) that I have recently completed. It's a fresh and entertaining sports overall, but there are some points when it gets annoying like the obsession of "the" rival (reminds me of Naruto seemingly forever chasing Sasuke).

Other than that, the character development of the main protagonist, Hikaru, is slow but steady as he tries to find his own style of playing and not to heavily rely on his ghostly friend, Sai. While Hikaru has an interesting twists and turns in his life, I gotta say his rival doesn't get as much development but his growing obsession, to the point that its annoying. ...

The tracks are also very nice and the art, though obviously not one of the best, I give it a high mark since it doesn't really affect the story. The comedy may sometimes be forced but the emotional scenes are done well specially about Sai (being a ghost is tough afterall).

For those who never heard of Go like me, Hikaru no Go introduces the game and interestingly too.

Haikyuu! Okay so I'll say this is a unique anime for me simply because this is the very first volleyball anime I have watched (and I don't know of any other).

I say the art of this series is very good and the tracks are also amazing and spot on with the scenes. The characters are likable, though there are just four that stood out for me.

I generally enjoyed this one but I just don't feel the same amount of "hype" in games that I felt for other sports anime's and there were rare times when I had forced myself to finish watching a ... match. But nonetheless, its a fresh and good anime deserving of its second season (which I'll be watching soon).

For sports anime lovers and volleyball lovers, Haikyuu is surely an anime to not miss.

Angel Beats is a short series but its one of the best I have seen. The premise of the story is not unique but the plot twist make it different, interesting and engaging enough for me. Also, the series present a very strong female lead (which is a huge plus).

The sound tracks from OP to ED are just awesome, adding to the feels of the anime. While some of the characters aren't as round as the others, they are interesting and aren't just there for the sake of being there. A few things also aren't explained well but nonetheless can just be overlooked.

Overall, ... the series is straight to the point, not over the top and above all -- tear jerking and moving. Its an anime that has the right amount of action, comedy and drama that's not easily found in most short series'.

S2 of Diamond no Ace isn't complete yet but I feel like I have watched enough to write a review. Generally, its as good and entertaining as S1. :)

The S1 cast remain intact but are joined by new teams and also new faces. In S2, some character developments are now more obvious than others, while the rest continue to develop slowly. Again, don't get frustrated here (especially with the main protagonist and some people surrounding him) because this is a more realistic anime and imo, the development of the characters steadily depend on their "persona" and their "experiences" ( I hope you get my point ... here, otherwise, just keep an open mind. :) )

The matches are as awesome as ever-- smart, unpredictable and engaging -- and sometimes, you might actually find yourself swept away by the audience and cheering for the underdog. The tracks are basically the same and well used, but the OP songs have lesser hype, imo.

Overall, this is a very enjoyable sequel to watch. :)

While I am not a huge baseball fan, and was actually a little skeptical at first, Diamond no Ace turns out to be one of the most interesting sports anime I've watched.

The story begins slow paced but steady and the hype eventually builds up. What I love the most in this series is that it leans more on the realistic side, rather than being too exaggerated or the supernatural. The games are also really interesting and entertaining to watch, and most of the time the outcome is unpredictable.

I also liked the fact that the series showcases various "aces" / pitchers (and not ... just the main protagonist) with different personalities, and that getting to the top is not as easy-- even prestigious teams fall while the underdogs win. Nearly all the teams and characters here are very likable. The tracks are also amazing and helps build up the hype in a lot of scenes and matches.

***However, if you are not open to a series that's not solely focused on it's protagonist, I suggest you can skip this one (rather than ranting about later).

The character development here is SLOW though, and might get frustrating but then again, its steady and realistic if you put into account the personalities of the characters.

Overall, its a smart, engagingly entertaining and a great sports anime to watch whether it be that you're a baseball fan or not. :)

First of all, this series isn't "gay" as others might think or as it appears to be. Second, this is a swimming anime hence, the guys here are on their "swimsuits" 80% of the time. Third, this series is about bonds of friendship.

Art: Though I don't give particular attention to the "art" of any animation, I gotta say for the sake of this review that the art in this anime is surely beautiful. The characters, scenery's and even the water are well drawn with colors that pop and thus is visually appealing.

Sound: One of the elements that give life to any animation imo is ... the sound, so the sound is more important to me than the art. In this series, the music is great and whether it be comical to emotional, the tracks fit the scenes perfectly. The opening track brings up the hype while the ED track is just okay to me.

Character : Alright, all the characters are very likable though the series mainly focus on the development of two characters. The others also get their shining moments but the female characters doesn't really get much development.

Story and Enjoyment : Again, though the story mainly focuses on the relationship of two characters, I for one actually enjoyed this show. There were funny moments, annoying moments and emotional moments. And more than that, the friendship that the characters share allowed them to grow, change and be selfless. For people who takes interest in stories of friendship (male friendship in particular), sports and some eye-candy (with the art), this is a very good anime to see.