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Romantic Killer was an anime that took me by surprise. My first impression of it based on the cover and the synopsis was that it would another seasonal romance show and only gave it a go because a friend of mine reccomended it to me. I was really happy to be wrong.

It starts out a bit chaotically with our protagonist, Anzu losing her three most precious desires which were taken away by Riri, a wizard hired by a corporate in Japan to boost the low birth rates. It plans to execute this by making lives of high school students with no hope in romance, that ... of an otome dating sim. The premise and the characters don't initially strike out as vibrantly as they do as the show progresses but it is still an interesting start regardless as we progress on and learn about our male leads and Anzu's school life.

The characters and the dynamics between them is strongest aspect in the show. They work so well together and the slapstick comedy works brilliantly. Anzu as a protagonist is amazing due to her humourous elements which involve the many facial expressions she showcases along with her personality which is firm.

The plot is actually really well done as well. It's fantastically executed and gripping post the introductory arc of the show which can be it a bit noisy. It is fairly simple in nature but the characters are what make this show as lovable as they are. Even characters like Makoto who got very little screentime managed to be amazing too. One character who did get the short end of the stick is Hijiri, who despite being a lead isn't given the same treatment as Junta and Kazuki which has a lot to do with his late introduction. Even so he manages to be really likeable towards the end of the series though not on the same spectrum as Junta and Kazuki.

The voice acting is absolutely brilliant. Riri's voice can be noisy and annoying at times during the beginning but it only adds on to the relatability of Anzu who is also tired of listening to their voice along with the many other things they keep pulling. Speaking of which Anzu's voice acting is phenomenal and conveys the emotion behind every scene, especially the ending, perfectly.

Overall, I loved this show with all my heart and do hope a season two is on its way given the many allusions to one sprinkled in the show. It's a lot of fun which can also make you tear up by the end.

I already did write a review on Clannad almost 2 years back but I don't feel like I did Clannad or myself justice writing it in previous style. As such here is an updated review

Clannad is a marvellous anime. The story is fairly simple to understand at first glance which adds layers to its complexity slowly and gradually but not to the point where it becomes difficult to understand. If anything it makes it easier to appreciate all its elements. At its core, Clannad is a high school harem drama revolving around the life of Tomoya Okazaki, a delinquent as he ventures around school ... seeking meaning in his life which is granted to him after a fateful encounter with our female lead, Nagisa Furukawa.

The characters are awesome and I love each and every one of them ranging from Tomoyo to Koumura. They each have something unique about them and have a story to tell. The characters may come across as boring to quiet a lot of people but their appeal is unquestionable.

The art style again may be off putting to a lot of people but to a me it's endearing and would love to see more works in similar art styles from Hinoe Itaru. The animation, backdrops and character designs are all really well done and visually appealing.

The soundtrack is one of the strongest I've ever had the pleasure of hearing. Tracks such as Country lane, The Town, Flow of time, People, Etudie Pour les etes and Return to Ashes are examples of how Clannad sets the mood for a scene. You know that when you hear Spring Breeze you're in time for a wholesome scene and you know when Shining in the sky is playing, that it's time to start reminiscing.

The story has its audience and I'm proud to be part of them. It follows a very simple path from the introductory arc to character arc 1 to character arc 2 to a few episodes catching up with all the characters and then the final arc. What makes it work so well is the content of the arc. They're all amazing and can be anyones favourites. My favourite arc included the first character arc which still to this day is one of my favourites. My favourite episodes include 3, 8, 9, 13, 17, 18, 19 and 22.

Overall, you can expect to fall in love with Clannad so long as you're already a fan of high school romance and drama shows. Clannad is not a good gateway into these types of shows though it can still work. It's been almost three years since my initial viewing and the many fond memories I hold of it are yet to wither.