A dark, emotionally raw anime following the band Ave Mujica, formed from the ashes of CRYCHIC. Led by the perfectionist Sakiko, five broken girls—Umiri, Nyamu, Uika, Mutsumi, and Sakiko herself—struggle with trauma, identity, and connection. Their haunting music reflects their fractured psyches as they remain together for all the wrong reasons, unable to escape their inner demons or find true healing.
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"Zenshu" follows Hirose Natsuko, an overworked animator who finds herself transported into her favorite anime film. Armed with the ability to bring her animations to life, she attempts to rewrite the tragic ending she once admired. As Natsuko interacts with characters like Luke and Destiny, she rediscovers her passion for art and grapples with the inevitability of fate. This MAPPA original blends isekai elements with a heartfelt exploration of creativity, love, and the power of storytelling.
"The New Gate" is a 12-episode anime series that aired in Spring 2024, based on a light novel by Kazanami Shinogi. It follows Kiritani Shinya, an elite player trapped in a virtual reality game. After defeating the final boss, he finds himself in a new world resembling the game. With his skills intact, Shinya embarks on a journey to escape, encountering Tiera Lucent and seeking to reunite with his former party member, Schnee Raizar.
Alina Clover, a weary guild receptionist, secretly battles monsters to clock out on time in I May Be a Guild Receptionist, but I'll Solo Any Boss to Clock Out on Time. Balancing absurd magical bureaucracy with her hidden adventurer skills, Alina’s journey humorously critiques modern work culture. This anime blends action, wit, and poignant reflections on adulthood, making it a relatable yet fantastical tale of survival and self-preservation.
Takao Ameku, a brilliant but eccentric doctor, heads the Department of Pathological Diagnostics at Ten'ikai General Hospital, tackling medical mysteries that baffle other physicians. With her assistant Yu Takanashi and detectives Sakurai and Naruse, she investigates impossible cases—from blue blood to spontaneous combustion—while navigating her own personal demons, proving that behind every inexplicable symptom lies a logical explanation.
"Gods' Game We Play" follows Fay, a talented gamer, who partners with Leoleshea, a former goddess seeking to regain her divinity. Together with Pearl and Nel, they compete in high-stakes divine games where winners receive one wish. Despite promising concepts and character development opportunities, the anime suffers from lackluster animation and unexplored storylines, making it worthwhile only for dedicated anime fans.
"Days With My Stepsister" follows Yuuta Asamura and Saki Ayase, who become step-siblings after their parents remarry. Initially agreeing to maintain a comfortable distance, these two individuals—both carrying emotional baggage from their parents' past relationships—gradually develop a meaningful connection. Their journey from awkward strangers to potential romance unfolds in this realistic, emotionally grounded slice-of-life anime from Summer 2024.
A Japanese office worker reincarnates as Louvent Ars, a noble in a medieval world. Armed only with an "appraisal" skill that reveals people's abilities, Ars prepares his small territory for impending war by recruiting talented individuals regardless of their social status. While the anime offers interesting character development and political themes, it suffers from repetitive storytelling and generic fantasy elements.
"The Strongest Magician in the Demon Lord's Army Was a Human" follows Ike, a human secretly serving in the demon army. Trained by demon warlock Romberg, Ike rises through the ranks while hiding his true identity. Despite his precarious position, he pursues a noble goal: establishing peace between humans and demons. His journey is complicated by rivalries, alliances, and the constant threat of his secret being exposed.