In Uzumaki, a small town succumbs to a mysterious obsession with spirals, leading to madness and horror. Kirie Goshima and her boyfriend, Shuuichi Saito, witness the town’s descent as bizarre events unfold, driven by the spirals’ eerie allure. Adapted from Junji Ito’s acclaimed manga, the anime attempts to capture its psychological terror but falters in pacing and animation, leaving fans yearning for the original’s haunting brilliance.
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Touka Mimori, a loner summoned to another world, is deemed weak due to his low-level status ailment skill. Betrayed and banished by a cruel goddess, he discovers his "useless" ability is overpowered, enabling him to paralyze foes. Determined to survive and seek revenge, Touka embarks on a perilous journey, turning his misfortune into unstoppable strength. Failure Frame explores themes of resilience and justice in a dark fantasy setting.
After being publicly kicked from her streaming group, Sonoue Masaki's career seems doomed until she meets Live, a vampire with an unusual obsession with her. They strike a deal: Live's help for Masaki's blood. Together with other vampires, they embark on a journey to reach a million subscribers, transforming what begins as a comedic streaming adventure into a touching story of growth and friendship.
"Bucchigiri?!" is a 12-episode anime set in Ichizu High School, where rival gangs clash amidst supernatural chaos. Arajin Tomoshibi, a transfer student, seeks love but gets entangled with gang leaders, his childhood friend, and an ancient genie. Despite vibrant animation and fun action scenes, the protagonist's lack of depth and repetitive plot hinder its potential. While visually impressive, the series struggles with character development and storytelling.
In medieval Japan, eight-year-old Tokiyuki Houjou's peaceful life shatters when a coup destroys his noble clan. Rather than excelling in traditional samurai arts, Tokiyuki masters the art of evasion. Guided by the mysterious priest Yorishige Suwa, he must use his unique talent for running away to survive, gather allies, and eventually reclaim his birthright. His unconventional journey proves that even unusual skills can forge a hero.
In a post-apocalyptic desert world where water is controlled by a greedy king, Sheriff Rao seeks help from demons to find a legendary lake. Joining forces with Beelzebub, the Demon King's son, and his assistant Thief, they embark on a perilous journey across the wasteland. Facing dragons and the king's army, this unlikely trio must overcome prejudice and work together to save their dying world.
At the prestigious Seirei Academy, half-Russian Alisa "Alya" Mikhailovna Kujou appears perfect - brilliant, beautiful, and strict. Her classmate Masachika Kuze seems completely uninterested in her, which both irritates and intrigues her. As she begins expressing her feelings in Russian, she's unaware that Kuze actually understands the language perfectly. Their relationship evolves from playful encounters into something deeper.
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Mitsuha Yamano, after a tragic accident, finds herself in another world with the ability to travel between it and Earth. Using her wits, she devises a unique plan to amass 80,000 gold coins for a secure retirement by exploiting the economic differences between the two worlds. While offering a fresh twist on the isekai genre, the anime struggles with execution and character development, leaving its potential largely untapped.
A deaf college student, Yuki Itose, lives in a silent world until she meets Itsuomi Nagi, a multilingual travel enthusiast who accepts her condition without hesitation. Their chance encounter transforms Yuki's once-monotonous life into a vibrant journey of discovery and love. Together, they navigate their differences, open new worlds to each other, and develop a profound connection that transcends the barriers of communication.