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Clannad is a masterpiece that knits together the elements of slice of life, drama, and romance with the great depth of emotional impact. And this story builds around Tomoya Okazaki, who is a disenchanted high school student, and his journey of evolving and self-discovery, which is mostly possible for the kind-hearted Nagisa Furukawa.

Clannad is a heartwarming, slow-paced anime, and sometimes it also shows the heartbreaking theme which is a more attractive thing about Clannad. Different or unique type of character or cast, through those memorable characters and their dream and struggle. It also helps us to relate more to the Clannad protagonist, Tomoya ... Okazaki, how he grows and how he overcomes his shortcomings and obstacles. And from there, his broken soul started to mend.

Most people don't like it because it's too slow or the characters aren't progressive; they just spin around again and again. Actually, it's not true. Yeah, Clannad might be slow-paced, but its characters developments or progression are something that should be written in golden ink. And I have to agree it is not made for every viewer; it's made for specific viewers who are like to go through the characters and their lives and love the slow-burn that happens in real life.

The animation of Kyoto Animation is just magnificent. Their vibrant, elegant, and sensible visuals make it more beautiful and help to capture the beauty of those cast and their daily lives. The soundtrack, composed by Jun Maeda, equally conveys those sets of emotions.

Clannad is just a masterpiece; it is more than anime; it gives us heartfelt experiences from a real-life point of view, which makes it more watch-worthy.

“The Elusive Samurai," an adaptation where the animation is more than normal for a historical anime, if I say more specifically, “the animation is overwhelming for this show!” Now the question is if the story or character is also in the same footing with animation? Here is the opinion on this topic:

Story (7.6/10)
Let’s come to the story first. A Kamakura shogunate was supposed to be the next successor, but things didn’t go according to plan, which is convenient. And at the end of the first episode, we got a revenge troupe, and the journey of Takiyuki to becoming a hero from ... zero begins. The story sounds really interesting (as a revenge genre), which got me hooked at first, but the sad part of this is that in just 5 or 6 episodes I lost interest... things don’t make sense, to some degree repetitive.

Character (8/10)
Character or character design is something I like to talk about or like to praise. Unique character design, perspective, characteristics. Like if I say antagonists, they are different from each other, and comparison is also great, like in episode 5, Ogasawara.

To be honest, if I write this review after watching the first 3 episodes, I will definitely recommend it. But while watching the halfway point, a hint of mixed feeling keeps growing, and I came to realize that the animation is too damn good compared to the other things in the show. It’s like if the story, character can barely pull 8/10, where animation can easily pull 9/10.

Shoushimin Series, another work of Honobu Yonezawa, who is famous for Hyouka. And it's another high-school detective or mystery anime just like Hyouka. But in the comparison between them, Shoushimin series are not that good or aren't that bad, either. It's just average and sometimes below average, not good or bad or not that great. Now the question is from which aspects—from my point of view, I think the story, plot arrangement, character, character design, and characteristic. And I am not saying that story, plot, character, and everything I mentioned before are just maintaining the quality of being average.

I don't recommend it to others ... because there is a better version of this anime. Basically, it's kind of a waste of time. And to be honest, you should watch Hyouka first rather than this average and lookalike anime.

A Place Further Than the Universe is captivating writing from the CGDCT genre with heartwarming and, at the same time, emotional and passionate about their goal. This anime took the CGDCT genre to another height, because previously most of the anime in this genre was focused on the cute part and how to highlight that, like K-ON!, Azumanga Daioh, etc. But in this anime, it's kind of change. And it changes it in a good way; they don't forget the tag or don't exaggerate; simply, they excelled from their side. Frankly, I put it on my planning list for a long time with great expectations, ... and finally, a month ago, I watched this, enjoyed it, and loved it, and that's why I have to say it is really a story that goes further than the universe.

Characters are one of the best things I enjoy and want to talk about. Shirase, Hinata, Mari, and Yuzuki—four characters have different types of perspectives to see the world. One wants to go beyond her boundaries; one wants to see her mother again; one wants to make friends; one wants to be free from that gossip. It's really amazing how the character is well constructed and well built. Also, they nicely established the fact that they are all strangers to each other, or they met with each other recently; so, the attachment will not be the be the same as first, which shows us how realistic it is. Dynamic of every character is truly outstanding and also appreciable.

Animation or visuals are vivid and inspiring, which is needed in this show and they did it nicely as expected. OST soundtracks are energetic, heartfelt, and passionate, which helps us to connect with the story, character, and atmosphere. One of the best works in CGDCT genre and also for MADHOUSE. I enjoy it, and I also recommend it to everyone to watch this beautiful tale of passion, emotion, and unique characteristics.

“Mayonaka Punch” from the premise might sound like a generic show, but this show somehow barely manages to cross the barrier of an average show. 

Story/plot: 7.5/10 
To be honest, the starts and the drive were very generic, plus not inspirational. A group of girls like to do YouTube videos, but someday something happened, and they got disbanded, but the responsibility of that goes on the protagonist—very generic. But the story started to get interesting when we learned there's a whole vampire family that lives in that city, and they met each other in a dream. Anyway, this is the fateful meeting of a human and a ... vampire, where the story actually started. 

Character: 7.7/10 
The lead protagonist is somewhere not interesting and not well-written. In my opinion, Live is one who keeps going; more likely those vampires are the reason I mainly watch this show. Expect of the protagonist, Masaki; other characters'—Live, Fuu, Ichiko; personality or design is better. 

Visual: 7.5/10 
Decent enough, period. 

In closing, I like to say that if you like to watch seasonals, have too much in your hand, or like to watch something experimental, then you can watch this. I am recommending this, but it’s barely an average show. 

Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! It is a unique addition for the anime landscape and also offers a fresh and energetic view of the harem genre or subversion of harem trope, which doesn't compile the main purpose of harem, yet only in some respects. Also, there are strengths that make this anime more unique, or another word, wonderful. That is striking the lighthearted moment, which reminds us how relationships should work, how sensitive they are, and most importantly, how fragile or robust they can be when emotion runs without our will. This might be a simple thing, but simplicity is the best to some degree. ... Yet for this specific genre or anime, it makes a huge difference. Either way, this show delves us into the unique complexities of romantic pursuits and the bittersweet taste of love.

Character/ Heroines:
Every character, or specifically for this show, heroines, are quite attractive, well defined, and their unique personalities, purposes and wills give this another chance to go beyond the harem troupes and the concept of forbidden love. And now, if I say more accurately, from the shy librarian to the outgoing, energetic heroine, all of them have their own resolution or perspective, their narrative, and this is another detail that I like about this anime.

Animation/ Art-style:
Art-style is one of the of the most intriguing parts of this show. Just like stories and their characters, an animation or art style can also maintain or establish the same level of dynamic. Art style is quite vivid, and at the at the same time it is soothing or creates a heartwarming atmosphere which is another huge success of A-1 Picture.

At the bottom line, Makeine might be a subversion of Harem, but frankly, it is more than that. And if you watch it with neutral perspective, you can enjoy or get those points I'm talking about. Also, it's obvious that nothing is absolute. Whatsoever as I said before, Makeine may not revolutionize the specific genre, but it leaves a certain impression of heartfelt narrative and a charming cast of characters or heroines.

Whenever a show starts with the stepsister, it’s kind of expected that that will be a siscon ultimately. But in this case, “Days with my stepsister,” from judging from the premise or the character's point of view about their surroundings, I thought this might be something new, like there won't be any siscon, which there isn’t. 

I personally avoid this kind of (siscon-related) anime because of its very genre and traumatic experience of Domestic Girlfriend, yet I started this show; the reason was already mentioned. Generic characters, plots, but only I expected that they don’t do any siscon what they pretend really well. From the starting, ... the female doesn’t see any kind of affection toward the male lead, and in episode 3, when they got their viewers, it simply turned out to be siscon promax. Degenerating as hell. 

Finally in the mal, people are questioning that if it’s a flop? I mean, to be honest, is there anything to flop? First of all, it’s a normal anime that has had any high hopes whatsoever. Secondly, it’s not made to be hit. I don’t know what people want from a degenerating siscon. 

About animation and production, it’s unique and satisfying if Studio Deen used this in other shows; I hope they would get a good response out of that. Also, Studio Deen completed the production before the half, which is appreciating where other studios keep delaying and postponing a show. 

Overall, some praises and etc., this is the most pretentious siscon, to be honest. 

Please save your time from wasting on this anime!!

Forbidden love of time, space, age, destiny, death, and nature are common and most familiar to everyone. In the 21st century, people got really interested in making the forbidden love of technology. There is obviously some good content in this subgenre, but ‘My Wife Has No Emotion’ is the most pathetic one of them.

A story of a kitchen appliance that was bought by a middle-aged guy who works nine to seven. Overall, that’s the synopsis. It’s not the reason it was labeled as pathetic; the reason was the male protagonist (Takumi). He is really creepy, ... and I am not exaggerating it at all. I mean, even though he mentioned in the first episode more than once that she (Mina) is a kitchen appliance, then why do you get horny?! Literally, that said out loud, "II am feeling so horny." It’s goddam creepy. Even a kitchen appliance looks down on him, lol. I don't know about the future, but the so far it was really something unforgettable.

Besides that, dude, other things were good enough. The animations were also considerable; to be honest, that’s more than enough. The VA or OST is good enough for an average anime. But rest is garbage. Nothing to watch, nothing to enjoy rather than a pathetic middle-aged loser who has no hope whatsoever. A literate shit.

Fly High! A battle of heights, where shorts are at the disadvantage, but it is where we get to see the most motivational and inspirational of all time. Because what if we are at a disadvantage or handicap, though it’s not made us useless? It’s given us room for improvement, to see the summit from the top.  

The story is about a volleyball-loving freak meeting another volleyball-loving freak, lol. It sounds like cliché, right? Anyway, Hinata, the protagonist of Haikyuu, is short, but his effort knows no bounds. As if he wants to fly higher and higher to surpass everyone. What can we expect from a ... classic sports anime? But Haikyuu isn’t just about that, and this is the reason; it is my most favorite sports anime. The reason is that every character, even if he/she is a minor character, got minimum screen time for his/her necessary development. This is what I miss most of the sports anime; only those characters who are in the team or protagonist’s rival get their backstory or development. But what about their opponents? That’s why I really love Haikyuu. Haikyuu is the show of team, and volleyball can’t be played by one. Beside the story and character, the other things, like animation, visuals, OSTs, and BGMs, are also pretty good. Overall, nothing is bad to say about Haikyuu. It’s what PEAK is! 

“Peak turned into an abyss. What misery!”- Anyone who has read the manga knows what the meaning is and where I come from. The manga is peak entertainment and as a result, fans are also expecting that the adaptation will also be quite entertaining. But the anime was one of the huge... No, wait... the anime was the most disappointing of the winter ‘23. I am writing this review as a fan of this series who really enjoyed and loved the manga.

The one of the most anticipated ecchi anime of winter ‘24, “Mato Seihei no Slave” aka Chained Soldier produced by Seven Arcs. ... Seven Arcs, WHAT REALLY! I am not saying that Seven Arcs is bad as a studio, it’s just they haven’t done any ecchi based anime at all. Tonikawa and Blue Period are their previous top-rated work, their whole decision of adapting “Mato Seihei no Slave” was a wrong decision. It was my first complaint from them. Secondly, the CGI. They used some kind of 3D visual which came out like gooh/shit. I don’t know what they were thinking or weren’t they even watching what they are making!?! Do they really need the 3D visuals? I understand their excitement but really, really! I am not saying that it’s the animators’ fault. Most of you might, no you guys already misunderstood me here. The thing is 3D animations need budget but if you don’t have budget then 2D is also good enough here, at least I think after this disaster.

The story, characters and ecchi was really great and entertaining, I admit it and all thanks or credit goes to Takahiro (manga creator). What! Why is it so unexpected? He writes the story, designed the characters so attractively so who should I give credit to?! They just must execute the plot in a decent manner which they failed to produce. The ecchi sequences are nothing compared to the manga. I think I explained my side now it is you if you are convinced or not. To me this shows what I have nothing to appreciate.

I wouldn’t recommend anyone, not even my enemy, to watch this abyss. If anyone is interested in the series please go and read the manga, it will save so much time of yours.