Author: Jeanne Mariz Fetalco

A former university instructor, aspiring writer, and someone who prefers watching anime over anything🍥✨

Calling all Maid-Sama fans! If you are having a hard time finding a cheeky male lead like Usui Takumi then maybe it’s about time to read Namaikizakari if you haven’t. Many shoujo animes like Yona of the Dawn, Maid-Sama, Ao Haro Ride, and Fruits Basket have always been fan favorites from they were serialized up until they got animated. But, among them is another shoujo manga that is yet to be on our must-watch list. Namaikizakari is not your typical romance shoujo anime. This is because it features a little bit of spice and everything nice as the story goes…

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Biologically speaking, no he is not. Nobody could have guessed that Senku Ishigima is not related to his father, Byakuya, by blood. The two share so many similarities rather than differences that makes it harder to doubt their relationship. From the looks to their intelligence, some details are too uncanny. However, the truth is out, and even a little bit of information regarding Senku’s biological parents have been shared. Little is known about the relationship between Senku and his father, Byakuya, in Dr. Stone. This is due to the reasons that the story immediately starts after Senku got de-petrified and…

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Yes, they did! Elias and Chise did more than just hugging each other in The Ancient Magus’ Bride. As much as these two lovebirds have an average amount of sweet moments throughout the series, their kissing scene definitely ranks among their top ones. But, did you know that Elias isn’t Chise’s first kiss in the series? The first kiss of the two characters is probably one of the most awaited scenes in any romance anime. Of course, it’s not all about kissing but sometimes it does. Why? Because not only do they provide butterflies in our stomachs but they also…

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No, Chrome was never more intelligent than Senku and possibly will have a hard time surpassing the intelligence of Senku. However, this does not mean that Chrome is way out of the league of Senku’s intelligence. Chrome has shown on a lot of occasions that he also deserves the same level of recognition as their village chief, Senku. Read more to find out why! In the world of Dr. Stone, Chrome was always a scientist from within although he had no clue of this in the beginning. He is portrayed in the series as a kind-hearted, brave, loyal, and curious…

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Yes, he did! Elias Ainsworth has admitted his cannibalistic actions in The Ancient Magus’ Bride series. No matter how hard he tries to resist it Elias always has the urge within him for human flesh and he almost even got consumed with these urges by trying to eat his beloved sleigh beggy, Chise Hatori. But, do these urges makes him a bad person? Elias Ainsworth is not your typical main character in a series which comes in and always saves the day. Despite his immense magical powers, he has never been portrayed that way. This is because of him always…

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Of course, they did! I mean, he is her future wife after all. Elias has mentioned to Chise not only once that she will be his bride someday one way or another in The Ancient Magus’ Bride season one. Since his marriage proposal in the beginning, wedding bells have been ringing for the two throughout the entire season. And finally, in the finale of season one, they tied the knot and Chise wore a beautiful wedding gown and even exchange magical rings but not how you expect it to be. Engagements or marriages are topics that usually don’t involve fifteen…

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Romance is not clearly the main focus of Kore Yamazaki’s The Ancient Magus’ Bride. Rather, it tackles more the supernatural and fantasy side that the characters are in. Actually, the relationship between Elias and Chise hasn’t been confirmed to be romantic. But, fans cannot help themselves from shipping them as they have both shown many signs that what they have can or will bloom into something more. Throughout season one of the series, the relationship between Elias and Chise has been portrayed at varying levels. Sometimes they treat each other as father and daugther, master and apprentice, and most especially…

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A series of reports published throughout the years have highlighted the ongoing problem of pirating in the Japanese anime industry. Many anime sites have highlighted the most pirated anime each year and the downsides of pirating anime to the industry. But, there is something about this controversy that few have addressed. Pirating anime has a lot of disadvantages. However, there are some arguments as to how it may actually benefit the anime community and industry. Pirating anime has been done for quite some time now. The rise of the internet has contributed greatly to the growth of pirating in the…

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Opinions are divided in terms of Chise Hatori and Elias Ainsworth’s relationship. There will always be fans who completely show their support and those who do not. However, when analyze closely there are notable things that indeed make their relationship quite disturbing in the eyes of others. The Ancient Magus’ Bride series by Kore Yamazaki is a dark fantasy supernatural anime. Although these are the series’ main genres. It is not a surprise that it also falls as a romance anime because of featuring a classic love story between its main characters. Therefore, fans cannot help but ship the two…

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The curse that comes with being a sleigh beggy is not the only one that made Chise Hatori suffer. With the hopes to save one of her dragon friends, Chise received the Dragon’s Curse that shortened her lifespan even more and even caused her arm too. Since Chise was born as a sleigh beggy she doesn’t have much time to live compared to others. The ability of her body to absorb a massive amount of magical energy also takes a toll on her body because of too much pressure on their part. Due to them being an effective source of…

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Yes! As much as we want her not to die, Chise’s life was always meant to be short-lived. This is the curse she carries in exchange for the power she didn’t even know she had at the beginning. Her short lifespan is the consequence that comes with her being born as a sleigh beggy. However, things turned out in the most unexpected way when she gained another curse. The dark fantasy anime revolves around the story of Elias Ainsworth and Chise Hatori. Chise was abandoned by everyone, including her family, which is why she thought of ending her life. If…

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A monster and human-like physical appearance is the true form Elias Ainsworth. He is probably one of the few anime characters who are not notable for his good looks, but rather for his rare appearance and the ability to turn himself from a handsome man to a very disturbing animal. In the series, Elias Ainsworth has been around for quite a long time now. However, his relationship with other beings, specifically humans isn’t that great due to his appearance. Many people fear him and instantly ran away just the mere sight of him which is literally understandable. Good thing we’re…

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It all started just because of his curiosity. Yes! There was no special reason on Elias’ part why he decided to buy Chise Hatori and spend millions of his money. It was just another moment of I want it, I buy it for the ancient mage. However, his reason gradually became more meaningful as Elias and Chise get to spend more time together. The Ancient Magus’ Bride season one opened with Chise signing a contract. This contract contained information about her selling herself into the black market. Chise Hatori is a 15-year-old high school student who wanted to climb off…

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They are technically powerful beings with short lifespans. In The Ancient Magus’ Bride, there are a lot of questions surrounding the meaning behind a sleigh beggy. Due to being born as a sleigh beggy, Chise Hatori led a very miserable and traumatizing life. The effect of such identity on someone’s life was first portrayed negatively. However, Elias Ainsworth was able to introduce her to life that would make her appreciate herself for being born a sleigh beggy. Sleigh Beggy is originally known as Sleih Beggey in the Manx language. The term Sleih Beggy in the Manx language refers to little…

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Only a few weeks left until we get to see again our favorite Sleigh Beggy and his skeleton headmaster turned husband in The Ancient Magus’ Bride season two. Since we all have waited for quite a few months; hence, the chances of forgetting some significant small details in inevitable. So, let’s help you rewind it all! The Ancient Magus’ Bride is a dark fantasy anime written by Kore Yamazaki. Regardless of its genre, the Japanese series is also a romance anime by nature. The anime follows the story of two people from different races. The Ancient Magus’ Bride centers on…

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The main villain in the series is none other than William James Moriarty also known as the Lord of Crime. But, the fantasy crime Japanese series is not that different from other anime for it also has more than one antagonist. True enough, up until the final episode of the series, a list of villains was able to be convicted for the senseless crimes they have committed through the plans of the napoleon of crime. Since the beginning of the series, William and his brothers, Albert and Louis, weren’t painted as pure saint-like characters. In fact, burning the Moriarty household…

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Yes, he did! The exhilarating chase for the Lord of Crime did come to an end, thanks to the great detective. Sherlock Holmes’ frustration and sleepless nights in thinking about who and how to catch William James Moriarty all became fruitful at the end of the series. However, their relationship was more than a detective catching a criminal because they were able to form a bond stronger than that. William James Moriarty is the protagonist playing as a villain of the criminally underrated anime, Moriarty the Patriot. Sherlock Holmes is the formidable rival and enemy of the brilliant crime consultant.…

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It is not an is question, but rather an are. Yup, London may have been fooled for a moment. The Lord of Crime that’s been causing a ruckus across the city is not a one-man show. There is more than one Lord of Crime in Moriarty the Patriot. This is an organization that is led by their criminally brilliant strategist, William James Moriarty. The crime consultant has been making names in London killing nobles who have done senseless crimes. William wishes to build a better future for the people by abolishing the disastrous effect of the current hierarchy of societal…

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Letting go or moving on is never easy. The touch of a loved one has made you feel and the experience of suddenly losing it would probably make it hard to continue living. Ride Your Wave highlights how a love that was destined for you can easily turn into a tragic memory and it teaches how much courage it can take to say goodbye. It’s another anime movie that hits and hurts differently on many levels, and here’s why! Ride Your Wave is a Japanese movie that has broke fans’ hearts multiple times. This tear-jerking romantic drama masterpiece of Reiko…

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Thankfully, it isn’t. Most characters in Moriarty the Patriot were based on famous fictional people, but this doesn’t mean that none in the series were based on real events or historical figures. Although it would be quite thrilling to know that an era of brilliance led by two men from opposing sides who eventually met halfway actually existed. It is also quite relieving to find out that a criminal like William James Moriarty never existed. The Japanese mystery anime made fans curious if the main character, William James Moriarty, is truly the nemesis of the World’s Greatest Detective in real…

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