Author Archives: Karura

Di Gi Charat

Posted on February 24, 2009 by Karura

When alien catgirl Di Gi Charat (aka Dejiko) comes to Earth, her plans of becoming a superstar are soon overshadowed by the reality of living in Tokyo. After settling for a job at an anime store, Dejiko settles into her … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts: Wagaya no Oinari-sama

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Karura

Tohru and Noboru Takagami may look like normal boys living with their father and trying to make ends meet, but as heirs to the mystical Mizuchi family, supernatural events are never far away. Fortunately, the boys have the protection of … Continue reading →

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Mana Khemia: Alchemists of Al-Revis

Posted on January 29, 2009 by Karura

At the prestigious Al-Revis Academy, the best and brightest pursue the study of alchemy, spending their high school years honing this mystical art for the purposes of combat, defence and support. Leaving the forest where he lived alone with his … Continue reading →

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Antique Bakery parody episode 12 [end]

Posted on January 9, 2009 by Karura

With the kidnapping case resolved, the police thank Tachibana. Yoshioka: Thanks for everything you did, Tachibana- and don’t worry, we won’t reveal your name as a low-life collaborating snitch! Udagawa: It’s just as well you got there when you did, … Continue reading →

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Antique Bakery parody episode 11

Posted on January 8, 2009 by Karura

Tachibana finds himself trapped in yet another Flashback Mode about his kidnapping. Young Tachibana: Mother, it was awful! And the worst thing wasn’t being taken from my family and forced to live with a strange man- it was eating cakes … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts: Nabari no Ou

Posted on January 4, 2009 by Karura

Although most people remain blissfully unaware of it, alongside everyday life exists the world of Nabari- a clandestine society of ninjas separated into different villages across Japan. In this world, the most prized item is the legendary Shinrabanshou, a near … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts: Chocolate Underground

Posted on January 3, 2009 by Karura

In the not-too-distant future, the Good for You party has come to power, complete with a policy of promoting healthy foods and banning snacks, flavourings and even chocolate. It’s a case of a nanny state gone too far, and as … Continue reading →

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Antique Bakery parody episode 10

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Karura

Tachibana has a Flashback Mode about how he escaped his captor by stabbing him in the leg. Tachibana: I don’t want any more strawberries! Kidnapper: Wait! Would raspberries have been better? In the present, Ono presents a new cake. Eiji: … Continue reading →

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Antique Bakery parody episode 9

Posted on January 1, 2009 by Karura

It’s a new day at Antique Bakery, and against all odds, Eiji’s fig cake is selling well. Tachibana: Who would have thought such plain cake would sell this well? All those cooking shows about fine dining have lied to me! … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts: Chi’s Sweet Home

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Karura

Coming soon: The Many Faces of Chi’s Sweet Home When a young kitten gets separated from her mother, she is lucky enough to cross paths with the Yamada family, who decide to ignore their apartment’s ban on pets and take … Continue reading →

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