[Anime of the Week] UN GO (2/19-25/2012)

image copyright... not sure it's fan art

UN GO is in a nutshell a detective series with a super natural element. other than that there is not much to say. I'm only really trying to finish it cause the ending them is one of the best I've seen in an anime since probably Eden of the East. Since I love the ending theme so much, that is the promo video you get. ENJOY!




Runtime: 24 min/ep
# of episodes: 11 + 49min film
Type: Original
Rating: Teen
Synopsis:
Based on the works of Ango Sakaguchi, the story follows Shinjūrō Yūki, a detective who solves mysteries with his strange partner, Inga. In a future Japan that has been affected by a major war and terrorist attacks after JSDF forces were deployed as peacekeepers abroad.

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[Anime of the Week] Papa no Ikukoto wo Kikinasai (2/12-18/2012)

Image copyright.... well I honestly don't know.

Papa no Ikukoto is currently airing on TV in Japan with 6 episodes out as I type this. At first I was really hesitant about watching this series because it was bound to be "moe bullshit" as my friend Elijah would say or full of too much fan service for my taste. I decided after my friend Ty told me about the concept in his own words I would give the series a try. Now bear in mind Ty is what I call a "Touhou,Moe & loli Fag" because he likes the three with an extreme passion... so trusting him on things moe, and loli for that matter is a very risky thing to do. BUT I ended up watching the 4 episodes that were out at the time and can't wait each week for the new episode :D <3 It's a fantastic series, well worth watching.

Sorry the below video isn't translated in English.

Runtime: 24 min/ep
# of episodes: ??
Type: Light Novel
Rating: All Ages
(nothing really objectionable... well other than a lecherous friend)
Synopsis:
College student Yūta Segawa is suddenly given custody of his older sister's three daughters, aged 14, 10, and 3. They're now stuck living together in a 10 square meter apartment. Meanwhile Raika, the object of his affection, has a fondness of cuteness, and his unexpected arrivals may finally offer an opportunity for them to get together.

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[Anime of the Week] Aquarion EVOL (1/22-28/2012)

Image copyright goes out to Satelight.

Aquarion EVOL is a sequel to 2005's Genesis of Aquarion that is currently airing on TV in Japan. Subs can easily be found online. There are currently 4 episodes out (technically 3 because the first 2 were released as an hour long episode for the premier). So far it is a very interesting anime with a good cast of characters, fantastic soundtrack and likeable characters.




Runtime: 24 min/ep
(the first "2" episodes were put together for an hour long special)
# of episodes: 26
Type: sequel
Rating: Teen
Synopsis:
12.000 years after the events of Sousei no Aquarion, mankind is threatened by a new enemy from other dimension labeled "Abductors", who just like the Shadow Angels, invade the human cities to kidnap its inhabitants. To defend humanities from this invasion, the Neo-DEAVA organization establish two teams, one composed of only males and other by just females each one piloting its own giant machines called "Aquaria". To protect his new friend Mikono, teenager Amata Sora decided to used the powers he has kept at secret for his entire life and by combining Vectors with male and female pilots into one single robot, the legendary giant Aquarion is reborn once more.

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[Anime of the Week] Battle Doll Angelic Layer (1/15-21/2012)

Ruben suggested I feature Angelic Layer this month. SOOOOO I guess I am >.> Ok that was redundant. Anyways, it is up to you if you are going to watch this one in Japanese or English. Both are good in their own ways. Enjoy.

Runtime: 24 min/ep
# of Episodes: 26
Type: manga
Rating: All Ages
Synopsis:
12-year-old Misaki Suzuhara has just gotten involved in Angelic Layer, a battling game using electronic dolls called angels. Even as a newbie, Misaki shows advanced skills as she meets new friends and enters Angelic Layer tournaments to fight the greatest Angelic Layer champions of the nation.

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