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

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Mythic Anime Adventure: Why You Should Watch HAIGAKURA

HAIGAKURA is a fantasy anime following Ichiyo, a tone-deaf Kashikan, and his godly partner Tenko as they chase runaway deities through a distorted world. With lush animation by Typhoon Graphics and a cast led by Takeo Otsuka, the series mixes myth, humor, and emotional storytelling. Perfect for fans craving bold storytelling and richly layered, god-filled adventures.

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Anime Industry Roundup: Week of October 14-20, 2025 - Pinned Up Ink

The Fall 2025 anime season ignites with finales, comebacks, and cinematic triumphs. My Hero Academia reaches its final, emotional showdown, One Punch Man returns after six years, and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle shatters global records. With Chainsaw Man’s explosive movie debut and previews of 2026 hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Frieren, this week defines anime’s golden momentum across screens worldwide.

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A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special Season 2 Arrives 2026 - Pinned Up Ink

Season 2 of A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special premieres in 2026, streaming on Crunchyroll. Retaining the first season’s staff and visual style, the series adapts Usonan’s webtoon into a familiar magic school tale filled with class struggles and overpowered heroes. While not groundbreaking, it offers predictable fantasy entertainment that fans of ranking battles and magical politics will find comfortingly enjoyable.

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My Status as an Assassin Anime Brings 90s Vibe to Fall 2025 - Pinned Up Ink

My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero's premiered October 7, 2025, combining classic isekai tropes with a nostalgic 90s anime aesthetic. When high school student Akira Oda is summoned to another world as an Assassin class, his abilities surpass the designated Hero's. Animated by Sunrise and directed by Nobuyoshi Habara, this action-adventure series streams on Crunchyroll, offering fans a fresh take on class-abduction isekai with vintage visual appeal.

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Plus-Sized Misadventures in Love! Anime Explores Self-Love and Confidence - Pinned Up Ink

Plus-Sized Misadventures in Love! (Debu to Love to Ayamachi to!) is a romantic comedy anime premiering on Crunchyroll that follows Yumeko Kōda, an overweight woman who gains new-found confidence after memory loss. The series explores themes of self-love, mental health, and relationships while challenging cultural stereotypes about body image. Based on Mamakari’s manga, the story blends humor, romance, and mystery for a fresh take on anime narratives.

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Demon Slayer Breaks Records as Chainsaw Man Hype Builds - Pinned Up Ink

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has overtaken Pokémon’s record to become the highest-grossing anime film in North America and surpassed $500 million worldwide. Fans are already dubbing this era a new anime golden age, with Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc poised to keep the momentum alive. As both series dominate headlines, the fall and winter 2026 anime season looks more exciting than ever.

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Sekiro: No Defeat Anime—Release Date, Story & Streaming Info - Pinned Up Ink

Sekiro: No Defeat, the anime adaptation of the acclaimed game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, premieres on Crunchyroll in 2026. Directed by Kenichi Kutsuna, it tells the dark tale of Wolf and Kuro striving to restore balance to Sengoku-era Japan. With original cast returning, fans can expect a stunning, faithful retelling filled with loyalty, struggle, and intense combat.

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Chainsaw Man Compilation: KICK BACK Remix, Artistic Impact & Film Analysis - Pinned Up Ink

Chainsaw Man – The Compilation, released September 2025, redefines anime recap films. It features immersive edits, new animated material, and Kenshi Yonezu’s “KICK BACK” remixed by Frost Children. The project spotlights bold collaborations between Japanese and international artists, celebrates the franchise’s iconic status, and signals new trends where anime music innovation accelerates cultural influence in Japan and worldwide.

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Tomo Sakurai, Beloved Macross Voice Actress, Passes Away at 53 - Pinned Up Ink

Tomo Sakurai, best remembered as Mylene Flare Jenius in Macross 7, has passed away at 53 due to multi-organ cancer. A talented voice actress and singer, Sakurai’s career spanned three decades, leaving a lasting legacy in anime and music. From Rurouni Kenshin to El-Hazard, her diverse roles touched many fans. Though gone, her impact will continue to inspire generations of anime enthusiasts.

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