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

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Alice Gear Aegis Expansion | SOL and Idol Life | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
Alice Gear Aegis Expansion is a captivating anime set in a futuristic world where humans fight mechanical aliens called the Vice using special mech suits called Alice Gears, wielded by young women known as Actresses. The story follows Nadoka Takahata, who joins the ranks of these warriors, and her relationships with other characters, including her crush Yotsuyu Hirasaka.
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The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
Let's go back to summer 2022. In a season where Ayanokoji was outplaying every other student on the campus, Reg and Riko were uncovering the secrets the abyss had in store for them. Overlord was making sure its viewers weren’t going anywhere anytime soon. But even amidst this stacked lineup, we had a show named ‘The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious.’
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Back Street Girls: Gokudolls | A Grueling Journey of Yakuza Idols - Pinned Up Ink
Experience the unconventional journey of three Yakuza members turned pop idols in "Back Street Girls: Gokudolls." This 10-episode anime series explores the struggles, humor, and transformation these characters undergo while navigating the demanding world of idols. Brace yourself for a unique and polarizing viewing experience.
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Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 | A Noteworthy Evolution | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
"Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045" is a 12-episode Netflix anime series based on the "Ghost in the Shell" manga. Set in 2045, it follows Major Motoko Kusanagi's team, GHOST, as they navigate a world where AI technology has led to new threats. The series combines CGI animation with 2D elements, and while it may not live up to the original, it still offers an enjoyable eexperience.
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Supernatural Thriller: Sirius the Jaeger | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
"Sirius the Jaeger" is a 12-episode anime series set in 1930s Tokyo, where vampires have infiltrated the city. A group known as the Jaegers, hired by the authorities, hunts down vampires while concealing their identities. The protagonist, Yuliy, seeks revenge on vampires and teams up with the Jaegers in the battle over a powerful artifact.
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UchiMusume | I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord | Anime Review - Pinned Up Ink
"If It's for My Daughter, I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord" is an anime series based on a light novel. It tells the heartwarming story of Dale, a skilled adventurer who adopts a young devil girl named Latina. The focus is on their father-daughter relationship and their journey together. The anime received mixed reactions but resonated with those looking for a light slice-of-life story. The characters are simple but endearing, and the series explores themes of love, family, and prejudice.
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