The Cel Block: Anime Reviews & Analysis for the Gen-X Fan

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Black Bullet | Missing In Action | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
For starters, the 13-episode mark meant that things had to go at a lightning-fast speed, making the pacing as rushed as possible. On top of that, the last nail in the coffin, indeed, was that the light novel has been on hiatus for nearly 10 years now with no news or even a rumor regarding its grand return.
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Noragami | Stray God | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
A minor deity named Yato performs odd jobs for five yen while dreaming of millions of worshippers. When middle school student Hiyori Iki saves him from an accident, her soul becomes partially detached from her body. Together with Yukine, a troubled spirit weapon, they navigate the world between gods and humans while confronting dark pasts, Buddhist concepts of karma, and personal redemption.

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Nobunagun | Forgettable or Worth Watching | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
This anime has a lot of flair, which it has in plenty. Character designs are fully armored, reflecting the historical essence and distinctive characteristics of each character, which complements the eye-catching visuals in each episode. The ability to contrast or draw inspiration from a variety of earlier anime is one of the series' strengths.
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Karas OAV Review | A Gritty and Flashy Anime with a Unique Twist - Pinned Up Ink

This review dives into Karas, a six-episode OAV celebrating Tatsunoko’s 40th anniversary, blending gritty urban folklore, superhero spectacle, and kinetic action. You explore Shinjuku’s battle between Eko and new Karas Otoha, the yokai–human balance, and striking 2D/3D animation that sometimes prioritizes style over clarity. Despite narrative flaws, Karas stands out as a bold, visually driven experience for fans of darker, atmospheric action anime.

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