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What is truly Darker than Black?

Enter 10 years after the "incident" and the emergence of "Contractors" and spirit mediums known as "Dolls". Darker than Black takes you into the mystery that is Hell's Gate. From the production studio Bones, the studio of such anime as Fullmetal Alchemist, Soul Eater, Eureka Seven, and Noragami comes one of 2007 best Anime. Darker than Black's anime adaption is one of original origin as the story line does not directly relate to the Manga. A risky move that is payed off with exceptional results as this was one fantastic series.

Darker than Black focuses around Contractors, one in particular (BK201 ... as known as The Black Reaper) and the humans who control them using their powers to gain utter dominance over one another. Humans also use spirit mediums known as "Dolls". Contractors are humans who gained supernatural abilities after the appearance of Heaven's Gate in South America and Hell's Gate in Japan, while Dolls are are emotionless mediums often used for their observation spirits. Contractors are referred to as Contractors as the pay a price each time they use their powers. Their "payment" can be just smoking a cigarette or growing years older. Dolls are know as Dolls as their emotionless nature leaves them with a doll like appearance.

After the sudden disappearance of Heavens Gate 4 years ago the fear and mystery of Contractors grew and they became ever expendable to humans. Contractors and Dolls became tools for organizations all over the world such as the CIA, MI6, and the ever mysterious Syndicate to which the protagonist Hei (BK201), Yin (Spirit Medium), Mao (Contractor), and Huang (Human) belonged. Contractors existence is kept a secret from everyday citizens. Their lives show only the purpose of carrying out the dirty work of humans and doing whatever to survive. They are thought to be emotionless, tactless beings unable to think for themselves and are looked down upon by the humans they serve. Contractors and Dolls slowly evolved throughout the series becoming more independent and capable of self thought. With the emergence of Evening Primrose contractors now had a choice, fight against the Syndicate for the survival and acceptance of Contractors or remain a thoughtless tool sure to die by the hands of the ones they serve.

Darker than Black features in my opinion everything you could want in an anime. The animation stands on a level one would not expect to see in 2007. There is good character development among the main cast. The fight scenes are amazing (no matter how brief), and the soundtrack is awesome. Whether it is and OP, ED, or insert song it all fits the setting and story line. Lets not forget the top notch voice acting. True delivery of emotions and feelings or in Yin's case a lack there of was great. The episodes were shown in an episodic nature which didn't take away from or break the original plot. Not one episode could be called filler as each one progressed the original plot or the character it portrayed.

To sum it up Darker than Black was a unique, one of a kind anime and it was pleasurable to watch. It contains its fair share of comedic moments, loaded with action, highly entertaining, and leaves the viewer wanting more. Plus how could anyone forget that it gave the world Yin. I believe that Darker than Black is a must watch for anyone. It won't leave you disappointed. Over 140,000 people agree.

Over and over again Shaft stands and delivers, this time is no exception. Being a fan of the Monogatari Series, you (and I) were probably excited to hear about the adaption of Hanamonogatari. While its release was delayed a bit I have to say that the wait was well worth it.

Hanamonogatari is kinda the odd ball in the Monogatari Series Second Season. Released in the middle between Kabukimonogatari and Otorimonogatari, Hanamonogatari is set after all events of the Second Season and is told through the narrative of Suruga Kanbaru. While we are use to most arcs being told through the eyes of Araragi, Hanamonogatari a ... different look and deeper insight into one of the Monogatari Series overlooked characters.

Shaft once again creates something that only Shaft can create. Anyone who has seen any of Shaft's titles know what I am talking about. I found Hanamonogatari to be an overall entertaining and enjoyable. The story is above all captivating and compelling and will leave you wanting more. The lack of characters nor non traditional episode setting can take away from it.

All I can say is it is a must watch for fans of the Monogatari Series and to those who aren't or haven't seen any of the series, I urge you to. A brilliantly beautiful story adapted into a brilliantly beautiful anime adaption.

Bravo Shaft... Bravo

I have seen my fair share of anime shorts, this was quite possibly one of the most enjoyable ones I seen so far.

Boku no Imouto wa "Osaka Okan" is a show full of humor as it playful shows off and explains numerous stereotypes of people from Osaka.

The animation is not all that impressive and the voice cast is limited as is the case with most shorts, but it still doesn't take away from the characters or the story. The brother and sister pair well together (as true brother and sister).

Namika (the little sister) is cute, lovable, and 100% Osakan, Kyousuke (the brother) generally ... goes along try to make sense of his Osakan little sister, and Kaede (the Little sister's best friend) helps round out the cast.

I went into watching this having little to no expectations and upon completion was astounded and highly entertained. This anime short contained likable characters, was very humorous, extremely entertaining, and a must watch in my opinion. Trust me you won't regret it.

For anyone who has watched and completed Mars of Destruction and thought it was the worst thing you have ever laid your eyes on, I (and probably anyone who has seen this) invite you to experience the joy of wasting 20 minutes of your day and watch Tenkuu Danzato Skelter Heaven. I was completely blown away at how terrible Skelter Heaven really is... it was so terrible that its funny, 10 minutes later and I'm still laughing

I could bore you with how terrible the animation is, or how poor and lackluster voice acting is, or even how they managed yet again to skip a plot ... only to later try to create one at the end... I shall not do that.

If you're in for everything you love and hate in an anime all rapped up into 19 minutes, or you just need a laugh, even if you find yourself with too much time on your hands then this is the right anime for you.

At times like this why isnt there a zero rating?

I really recommend that everyone watch this, it's only 19 minutes but remember, there are no refunds

There is really only one way to describe Robot Girls Z...
IT'S SO BAD THAT IT'S ACTUALLY GOOD

It's really a comical all girls superhero short with an ecchi twist. The three main characters all fit stereotypical anime roles ranging from happy bubbly yandere to overly eccentric possible tsundere leader to cute likable kuudere (which btw is my favorite)

Overall the special is fun to watch, surprisingly entertaining, and really bad, but above all it's so bad that its actually good.

This was an outstandingly awesome feel good story. Friendship is on of the most complex and totally misunderstood things in life. When tragedy happens it has the power to strengthen or destroy the bonds if true friends. This anime touched on all of that. This anime focused on a group of friends who after the tragic death of one of their friends, could never overcome their own personal guilt in their friend's death.

The story was beautiful told through Jinta, or Jin-tan as he was always called and focused primarily on the wish Memma (the friend who died) wanted to have granted. The series will bring ... lots of laughs, keep you entertained, bring tears to your eyes, and above all take you on a wonderful trip with a fantastic(ly), awesome story.