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Edomae Elf ( Shut in elf/ Otaku elf) is exactly what its title states. Its a mythical elf (mythical for the sake of it) who likes to sit inside her room play video games, read manga and watch anime. Her Miko ( attendant - for lack of a better word) is a sixteen year old girl who dreams of being a stylish lady.

The show revolves around the daily life of Elda (Elf) and Koito (Miko) and how they tackle the ridiculousness of their entire situation. An elf who is treated as a deity by the entire city and is offered video games and toys ... as offerings. As per the residents, she acts as an anchor of stability in an ever changing world, and regardless the nature of the lazy deity everyone loves her.

Elda often shows her protective side with Koito, helping her in times of distress, that shows her age and maturity, though this is often the other way around.

There is nothing unique coming out of the story, its just a happy slice of life, with entertaining and diverse side characters, people are bound to enjoy Koito's younger sister and Koma -chan, her best friend. The plot lines are refreshing, with episodes featuring a wide range of information on Japanese history, facts that will tease the mind of any history head.

Otaku elf is a fun watch, something you can sit and watch with friends or as a palette cleanser. It has brilliant animation and probably one of the best animated outros in recent anime.

Scores -
Animation and artstyle - 41/50
Story line - 15/20
Enjoyment - 15/20
Songs, ed, op, ost - 7/10
Total - 77/100 (80/100 rounded up)

I remember how I choose to watch Violet Evergarden. On a 4 day long weekend, I could not go on a trip with friends due to some work. On the second day after the work completion, I started to watch the show, completely unaware of its magnificance.

**includes a lot of spoilers

From the very first scene, where Violet wrote a letter to Gilbert reporting her status and asking to return to the front line, even after losing two arms, I knew this would be a captivating story.

The story progressed with Claudia taking Violet in and giving her a job and trying to help her ... move forward to a world where she is free, can make her own decision, and does not need to take orders from anyone. His skills and persuasion to help Violet progress are noted throughout and is my favorite part of the show.

The story progressed with a more artistic and free-flowing personality emerging from the duty-laden and military-focused Violet, as she becomes an auto memory worth of her name. Her prowess as a doll continues to increase, as she increased to influence client after client.

A special mention needs to be given to episode 10, by far the most emotional episode in the series. I have watched it multiple times, but can't stop myself from getting teary even after knowing what is going to happen.

Violet Evergarden, made me rejoice every single episode, although I got emotional at all of them. The story is impeccably portrayed with the art style, sound, and animation all complimenting the mood. Kyoto animation has created a masterpiece like no other.

After 13 episodes and 2 movies. I was elated to find Violet found the meaning of 'Ai shi Teru wa (I love you)'.