Kaleido Star is a decent series overall which uses its circus theming and main protagonist fairly well but does take itself a bit too seriously in places. Curious as to which horrible character you’re referring to there @RadFemHedonist
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RadFemHedonist
Mad Scientist
TBH I completely hated Leon that's who I'm referring to... tho tbh I'm pretty disappointed in a lot of the other characters as well for defending him, particularly Layla Hamilton being all like "SoRa I'm So DiSaPpoInTeD iN YoU fOr ThInKiNg BeInG a DeCeNt HuMaN bEiNG iS mOrE iMpOrTaNt ThAn CiRcUs PeRfOrMiNg" "What u mean u don't wanna break ur limbs and possibly die??? What's wrong with u?? :<" I haven't finished the show yet so I guess some of the characters might redeem themselves but I don't think any amount of tragic backstorying is gonna make me like Leon "God of Death" McButtface.
Leon is often rather abrasive in the second season from what I recall and Layla irritated me with their behaviour as well so I see where you’re coming from on those fronts. Can’t say I liked May much either early on. The second season in general is a bit weaker than the first for me but I hope you still get some enjoyment out of it!
RadFemHedonist
Mad Scientist
HWR I'm actually more than halfway through S2 at this point (I started a while back but might have forgotten to mention it in this thread) and for all it's faults I still dig it, thanks! 
I'm also lucky enough to own the pretty looking old ADV thin-pak DVD sets that have really nice boxes which they put out in the US, can't remember if they did a blu-ray of it yet but I do enjoy those sets on my shelves Thinking about it Junichi Sato is a rather underserved director when it comes to physical releases in the UK - no Kaleido Star, no Princess Tutu, no Sailor Moon apart from I think old dubbed and edited only version put out by DIC? We also never got Strange Dawn though weirdly from what I have heard it aired in Channel 5's Milkshake children's programming block. No Aria and so on... Looking at Wikipedia most of his stuff hasn't seen release here, tho at least we got Amanchu (which I still haven't bought, hopefully at Xmas I will - I only stalled due to the lack of a dub).
I'm also lucky enough to own the pretty looking old ADV thin-pak DVD sets that have really nice boxes which they put out in the US, can't remember if they did a blu-ray of it yet but I do enjoy those sets on my shelves Thinking about it Junichi Sato is a rather underserved director when it comes to physical releases in the UK - no Kaleido Star, no Princess Tutu, no Sailor Moon apart from I think old dubbed and edited only version put out by DIC? We also never got Strange Dawn though weirdly from what I have heard it aired in Channel 5's Milkshake children's programming block. No Aria and so on... Looking at Wikipedia most of his stuff hasn't seen release here, tho at least we got Amanchu (which I still haven't bought, hopefully at Xmas I will - I only stalled due to the lack of a dub).
D1tchd1gger
Shrine Maiden
TONIKAWA: Over The Moon For You ep 1
Truck-kun plays cupid. Bit of a weird set up, normally you'd get a whole story out of the hunt for the kind stranger, but no, time skip and there she is.
Wonder where it goes from here. It's down as a comedy, so I guess it'll be 2 strangers who are married getting to know each other and all that comes with that. The only "funny" thing about the first episode though was the silly set-up.
Iwakakeru - Sport Climbing Girls ep 1
Seems like it'll be a fun sports show. I like the dynamic between the two 1st year member, although hopefully the tsun-tsun one softens a little.
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina ep 1
Seems like another fun show. I'm guessing it might be an "X of the Week" show with our MC visiting different places each week, so it'll depend on how good each destination and story therein as to how good it'll be overall.
Warlords of Sigrdrifa ep 1
The second of the 3 "only a select few teenagers can save the world" from this season. Plot's very similar to Girly Air Force with pilots defending the Earth from an alien invasion, but the tone is more CGDCT than harem/romance elements of GAF and the girls have different origins.
Seems pretty fun though.
Truck-kun plays cupid. Bit of a weird set up, normally you'd get a whole story out of the hunt for the kind stranger, but no, time skip and there she is.
Wonder where it goes from here. It's down as a comedy, so I guess it'll be 2 strangers who are married getting to know each other and all that comes with that. The only "funny" thing about the first episode though was the silly set-up.
Iwakakeru - Sport Climbing Girls ep 1
Seems like it'll be a fun sports show. I like the dynamic between the two 1st year member, although hopefully the tsun-tsun one softens a little.
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina ep 1
Seems like another fun show. I'm guessing it might be an "X of the Week" show with our MC visiting different places each week, so it'll depend on how good each destination and story therein as to how good it'll be overall.
Warlords of Sigrdrifa ep 1
The second of the 3 "only a select few teenagers can save the world" from this season. Plot's very similar to Girly Air Force with pilots defending the Earth from an alien invasion, but the tone is more CGDCT than harem/romance elements of GAF and the girls have different origins.
Seems pretty fun though.
ActionFaust
Cardcaptor
The Misfit of Demon Academy episodes 1-5
Going through the seasonals I've missed this year and what a fantastic series to start with. A fun take on power fantasy with great comedy and characters.
Mewkledreamy episode 15
Going through the seasonals I've missed this year and what a fantastic series to start with. A fun take on power fantasy with great comedy and characters.
Mewkledreamy episode 15
Iwa Kakeru!: Sport Climbing Girls episode 1 This seems fun so far, hopefully the club members get some developments along the way.
Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Doukoukai episode 1 A new spin-off series that has some potential.
Sugiruri, Warlords of Sigrdrifa episode 1 Hoping to see some good aerial combat sequences from this series. Liked the double-length episode here too.
31 Days of Halloween! Day III: The Bloodthirsty Trilogy: The Vampire Doll, Lake of Dracula, Evil of Dracula (Films)
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 The Movie: A Wakening of the Trailblazer (Film) A good finale for the series that sees new developments and Setsuna coming to terms with changes to his physical self which lead him on a new journey. The ending was a bit touching as well. 3.5/5
Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Doukoukai episode 1 A new spin-off series that has some potential.
Sugiruri, Warlords of Sigrdrifa episode 1 Hoping to see some good aerial combat sequences from this series. Liked the double-length episode here too.
31 Days of Halloween! Day III: The Bloodthirsty Trilogy: The Vampire Doll, Lake of Dracula, Evil of Dracula (Films)
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 The Movie: A Wakening of the Trailblazer (Film) A good finale for the series that sees new developments and Setsuna coming to terms with changes to his physical self which lead him on a new journey. The ending was a bit touching as well. 3.5/5
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Lupin III: Part 2 ep20 (English dub)
I briefly thought this was the Hitler episode famously missing from the Adult Swim broadcast, but it seems not, so apparently Lupin fought Hitler twice in the same season? Absolute madlad.
Mobile Suit Gundam (Movie 1)
Having watched this film a few years ago, I really struggled with it at the time, but coming from having recently seen Origin, this was a very different experience. I don't know how it must compare with watching the main series in full, but Origin just gives everything so much more context. Knowing who all the Zabis are, why these people hate each other, why it matters when that one guy is killed and so on; it was like I could suddenly appreciate it infinitely more than I did before.
I briefly thought this was the Hitler episode famously missing from the Adult Swim broadcast, but it seems not, so apparently Lupin fought Hitler twice in the same season? Absolute madlad.
Mobile Suit Gundam (Movie 1)
Having watched this film a few years ago, I really struggled with it at the time, but coming from having recently seen Origin, this was a very different experience. I don't know how it must compare with watching the main series in full, but Origin just gives everything so much more context. Knowing who all the Zabis are, why these people hate each other, why it matters when that one guy is killed and so on; it was like I could suddenly appreciate it infinitely more than I did before.
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Higurashi: When They Cry (Japanese audio) - Episodes 1-4
D1tchd1gger
Shrine Maiden
Fire Force s2 eps 12-14
Some epic battles in these episodes.
Talentless Nana ep 1
The third of the 3 "only a select few teenagers can save the world" shows, but there's a big twist at the end of the episode (the clue is sort of in the name of the show, which is unfortunate as I kept thinking "but the shows name is Talentless Nana, why does she have a talent then?), but the twist is a bit deeper than just that part which makes it a lot more intriguing than the other 2 shows.
Some epic battles in these episodes.
Talentless Nana ep 1
The third of the 3 "only a select few teenagers can save the world" shows, but there's a big twist at the end of the episode (the clue is sort of in the name of the show, which is unfortunate as I kept thinking "but the shows name is Talentless Nana, why does she have a talent then?), but the twist is a bit deeper than just that part which makes it a lot more intriguing than the other 2 shows.
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations episode 168 More Kakashi is always welcome.
By the Grace of the Gods episode 1 Living with slimes looks Like a cozy time, though learning about the protagonist and their life up to this point was rather tragic.
Moriarty the Patriot episode 1 Fairly intriguing, hoping this’ll offer some interesting mysteries each week.
Talentless Nana episode 1 Quite the way to establish a series.
31 Days of Halloween! Day IV: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (Film)
Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans episodes 1-7
By the Grace of the Gods episode 1 Living with slimes looks Like a cozy time, though learning about the protagonist and their life up to this point was rather tragic.
Moriarty the Patriot episode 1 Fairly intriguing, hoping this’ll offer some interesting mysteries each week.
Talentless Nana episode 1 Quite the way to establish a series.
31 Days of Halloween! Day IV: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (Film)
Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans episodes 1-7
RadFemHedonist
Mad Scientist
Watching Thunderbolt Fantasy, I'm on episode 10 of Season 1, I know it's not technically "anime" but I think it belongs here anyway... I love it! It's so entertaining and cleverly written, and the characters are great. Definitely recommend giving it a try if you (general audience you, this comment isn't directed at any specific person) haven't yet Also the opening is an absolute BOP
Also the opening is an absolute BOP
D1tchd1gger
Shrine Maiden
Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle ep 1
The quest for a good nights sleep.
Doga Kobo at it again, although not a CGDCT as such as there's only one girl, but still cute and funny nonetheless.
Golden Kamuy s3 e1
Fighting fit.
The Girl Who Lept Through Time (with audio commentary)
The audio commentary is only on the DVD which I'm about to give away, so I thought I'd watch it. It has the 3 lead VAs, Hosoda and an interviewer and they mainly talk about the dubbing process and how they found it, so didn't add much.
The quest for a good nights sleep.
Doga Kobo at it again, although not a CGDCT as such as there's only one girl, but still cute and funny nonetheless.
Golden Kamuy s3 e1
Fighting fit.
The Girl Who Lept Through Time (with audio commentary)
The audio commentary is only on the DVD which I'm about to give away, so I thought I'd watch it. It has the 3 lead VAs, Hosoda and an interviewer and they mainly talk about the dubbing process and how they found it, so didn't add much.
Higurashi: When They Cry (Japanese audio) - Episodes 5-8
Dragon Slayer
The Wildcard
October 2nd - October 5th.
A Certain Scientific Railgun T (English Dub) Episode 21
Kaguya-Sama: Love is War 2nd Season (English Dub) Episode 8
Monster Girl Doctor (English Dub) Episode 8
The Misfit of Demon King Academy (English Dub) Episode 5
Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! (English Dub) Episode 4
Assault Lily: Bouqet Episode 1 So far so good. Lets see how this unfolds.
Burn the Witch Episode 1-3 (Complete. This was good fun despite being so short.) 3.5/5
By the Grace of the Gods Episode 1 Seems like this will be both charming and fun. Tbh the way the MC died is somewhat hilarious.
Date A Live Fragment: Date A Bullet - Dead or Bullet (Complete. A decent first of two side story episodes that depicts of an untold story centered around the evil spirit Kurumi Tokisaki.) 3/5
Fire Force Season 2 Episode 38 Bully.
I'm Standing on a Million Lives Episode 1 Seems decent enough.
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? III Episode 1 Monster in the family.
Iwakakeru! -Sport Climbing Girls- Episode 1 This looks like a fun show, should be a decent watch.
King's Raid: Successors of the Will Episode 1 Promising start, this should be a decent watch.
Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Episode 1 This should be an enjoyable spin-off series. Looking forwards to watching the performances.
One Room Third Season Episode 1 Really enjoyed the first two seasons, I'm expecting the same from this season.
TONIKAWA: Over the Moon For You Episode 1 A truck called cupid and a marriage blooms.
Rail Romanesque Episode 1 Promo.
Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle Episode 1 Charmingly cute.
Strike Witches (Rewatch) Episode 1-5
Super HxEros (Blu-ray Uncensored) Episode 2
Talentless Nana Episode 1 Intruiging start, that personality 180 tho. This should be interesting going forward.
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina Episode 1 The journey begins.
Warlords of Sigrdrifa Episode 1 Already hooked. Can't wait to see more of the aerial battlles.
A Certain Scientific Railgun T (English Dub) Episode 21
Kaguya-Sama: Love is War 2nd Season (English Dub) Episode 8
Monster Girl Doctor (English Dub) Episode 8
The Misfit of Demon King Academy (English Dub) Episode 5
Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! (English Dub) Episode 4
Assault Lily: Bouqet Episode 1 So far so good. Lets see how this unfolds.
Burn the Witch Episode 1-3 (Complete. This was good fun despite being so short.) 3.5/5
By the Grace of the Gods Episode 1 Seems like this will be both charming and fun. Tbh the way the MC died is somewhat hilarious.
Date A Live Fragment: Date A Bullet - Dead or Bullet (Complete. A decent first of two side story episodes that depicts of an untold story centered around the evil spirit Kurumi Tokisaki.) 3/5
Fire Force Season 2 Episode 38 Bully.
I'm Standing on a Million Lives Episode 1 Seems decent enough.
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? III Episode 1 Monster in the family.
Iwakakeru! -Sport Climbing Girls- Episode 1 This looks like a fun show, should be a decent watch.
King's Raid: Successors of the Will Episode 1 Promising start, this should be a decent watch.
Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Episode 1 This should be an enjoyable spin-off series. Looking forwards to watching the performances.
One Room Third Season Episode 1 Really enjoyed the first two seasons, I'm expecting the same from this season.
TONIKAWA: Over the Moon For You Episode 1 A truck called cupid and a marriage blooms.
Rail Romanesque Episode 1 Promo.
Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle Episode 1 Charmingly cute.
Strike Witches (Rewatch) Episode 1-5
Super HxEros (Blu-ray Uncensored) Episode 2
Talentless Nana Episode 1 Intruiging start, that personality 180 tho. This should be interesting going forward.
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina Episode 1 The journey begins.
Warlords of Sigrdrifa Episode 1 Already hooked. Can't wait to see more of the aerial battlles.
ActionFaust
Cardcaptor
The Misfit of Demon King Academy episodes 6-7
Orgun
Dragon Knight
Blue Comet SPT Layzner - Episodes 22 - 29 (Blu-ray)
Takahashi had clearly been watching Fist of the North Star while making the first half of Layzner as the scenario and characters reappear in a very post apocalyptic state at the start of the second half of the series and Eiji appears doing his best Kenshiro impression.
Holmes, the Tortoiseshell Cat and the Haunted Castle
A quirky and obscure OVA from the 80s that got fansubbed earlier in the year, a random tweet on my TL inspired me to actually watch it, another good candidate for the podcast.
Takahashi had clearly been watching Fist of the North Star while making the first half of Layzner as the scenario and characters reappear in a very post apocalyptic state at the start of the second half of the series and Eiji appears doing his best Kenshiro impression.
Holmes, the Tortoiseshell Cat and the Haunted Castle
A quirky and obscure OVA from the 80s that got fansubbed earlier in the year, a random tweet on my TL inspired me to actually watch it, another good candidate for the podcast.
WMD
Guild Member
Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
I've put a longer review of my thoughts in The Gundam Thread but I'll say that it looked stunning and had a great overall story and that I really enjoyed it despite there being too many characters to them all justice in the timeframe of the series.
I've put a longer review of my thoughts in The Gundam Thread but I'll say that it looked stunning and had a great overall story and that I really enjoyed it despite there being too many characters to them all justice in the timeframe of the series.