###TUESDAY NEW RELEASES: KNIGHTS OF SIDONIA SEASON 2: BATTLE FOR PLANET NINE
11/29/2016 12:20:06 PM
###Knights of Sidonia Season 2: Battle for Planet Nine Premium Box Set
Discovering the nature of one’s individual identity is a question every sentient being confronts. Do you only count if you’re entirely human? What does it mean to be a person? In a war with the alien Gauna, capable of absorbing and re-purposing human DNA, these are no longer abstract questions In these uncertain conditions, pilot Nagate Tanikaze finds himself developing an obsession with the Gauna clone of his deceased beloved, Hoshijiro. Meanwhile, his close friend, Izana, a manufactured non-binary human, goes through an alarming change as their feelings for Nagate grow. Existential and romantic problems will have to wait though, as the Gauna step up their attacks and a virtual coup d’état threatens to throw Sidonia’s leadership into chaos, while even darker forces stir within. The very definition of what it means to be human is about to be questioned as the battle to survive continues in KNIGHTS OF SIDONIA SEASON 2: BATTLE FOR PLANET NINE!
Rating: TV-MA (S,V)
###Knights of Sidonia Season 2: Battle for Planet Nine Complete Collection
Discovering the nature of one’s individual identity is a question every sentient being confronts. Do you only count if you’re entirely human? What does it mean to be a person? In a war with the alien Gauna, capable of absorbing and re-purposing human DNA, these are no longer abstract questions In these uncertain conditions, pilot Nagate Tanikaze finds himself developing an obsession with the Gauna clone of his deceased beloved, Hoshijiro. Meanwhile, his close friend, Izana, a manufactured non-binary human, goes through an alarming change as their feelings for Nagate grow. Existential and romantic problems will have to wait though, as the Gauna step up their attacks and a virtual coup d’état threatens to throw Sidonia’s leadership into chaos, while even darker forces stir within. The very definition of what it means to be human is about to be questioned as the battle to survive continues in KNIGHTS OF SIDONIA SEASON 2: BATTLE FOR PLANET NINE!
Rating: TV-MA (S,V)
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###See All the Qs & As at ask.fm!
Q. Anime at the Alamo in Houston has been getting cancelled a lot lately. Should we be worried about the future of the event?
A. It’s mostly due to conflicting schedules with the theater venue itself. They have franchise-wide showings they have to deal with, so at this point, no worries.
Q. im new to this, but what does it mean when a home video is about to release. Does it mean that the dub is coming out?
A. Good question! It quite literally means the home video DVD or Blu-Ray release to retail. A dub COULD be included in a release, but not all of Sentai’s home video releases come with a dub.
Q. Any chance for a LE box set of some more popular older series? I would love a LE box set of Clannad or K-On!
A. Good candidates for consideration, but no promises. It’s possible, so never say never. What else would be a good candidate?
Q. Also I have another question for you, which titles ended up being pleasant surprises in terms of popularity this year? I totally wasn’t expecting Flying Witch to be my favorite anime of the year and Tanaka-kun is always listless to be my second favorite. They’re both also really popular, so yay!^.^
A. Flying Witch was DEFINITELY a surprise this year. Also surprising was Flip Flappers! We thought it was going to be a normal magical girl show, and then BAM! SO MANY THINGS! EVERY EPISODE DIFFERENT THEME. This screenshot below for example looks like NOTHING from any other magical show we’ve seen, and it’s been an amazing ride so far. You should check out the series when you get a chance.
Q. Ok, so I just noticed you can’t answer questions about unannounced dubs and licenses, so I will ask you about the chances of seeing a Haikyuu dub, an Oregairu Dub, a Blue Spring Ride dub (this show is surpsiginly popular now) and a Shirobako dub would be nice too + A Wolf Girl & Black Prince dub.
A. These dub titles requests have been noticed. [noticing really hard but making no promises]
Q. Hello Sentai! I’m a huge fan of your releases and I was hoping you could dub School Live, Tanaka-kun is always listless, Flying Witch, Haikyuu, Haven’t you heard, I’m Sakamoto and Flip Flappers. If any of these would get premium editions I would be ecstatic! I really hope you’ll reply :).
A. This request has been noticed. So noticed.
Q. Do you have any idea how Monica Rial has the time to do all the work she does? She is consistently doing a lot of work for both you and Funimation. It’s genuinely impressive.
A. Personally convinced that she is a magical being.
Q. Is it wrong to wish Beelzebub is dubbed by you?
A. Kinda yea because Beelzebub iz not our title.
Q. How do you find voice actors? I see new names near every casting announcements and I was wondering how you come across them.
A. Sometimes, our directors find them via agency. Sometimes, the actors recommend other actors. It’s never quite the same instance every time.
Q. Dear Mr Sentai I’m not sure on how many request you guys have gotten but I’d like a dub of the sending beyond the boundary movie. I’d also like to see Parasyte and Akama Ga Kill get compete collection treatments. Please here a loyal customer
A. Lots of requests for this title, but technically, the Beyond the Boundary movie isn’t our title. Also, considering your second inquiry, thank you for bringing that up. It may be something to look at down the line, but at this point, no info to share.
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###See All the Qs & As at ask.fm!
Q. How hard is it to license OVA’s and Movie sequel’s of shows?
A. Each case is different. Sometimes it’s hard due to the timing of the release. Too many factors.
Q. how is it to work at sentai? What is the main job there? can i come work there?
A. It’s a company just like any other… except that we deliver anime to our customers instead of apples, or pens, or pen-pineapple-apple-pens. We have the Production department, Art department, Marketing department, Administrative department, QC department, ADR department… many the department. You can find all available job listings for our Houston headquarters on Linkedin.
Q. Any chance you guys will open your store for Canadian buyers? Like via Amazon.ca or crunchyroll? Would like some NGNL, Food Wars merchandise.
A. There is a chance! There are lot of logistics involved, but we’d love to help our Canadian fans be part of the party too.
Q. You guys should get Re Zero 
. Haikyu, snafu, & pet girl dub? 
. Beyond the boundary sequel movie?? ~Love you guys 
A. Re:Zero isn’t out title, silly. Thank you for the other suggestions though!
Q. Which animal has the most beautiful fur?
A. Mofu mofu Akito from Norn9
###ASK SENTAI #36
12/1/2016 3:28:04 PM
It’s the last #AskSentai of 2016, so let’s make it hefty. This month, let’s talk about Tanaka-kun dubs, Is it Wrong… OVAs, jobs at Sentai, home video releases, and the magical powers of Monica Rial.
###CELEBRATE MUTT DAY WITH OUR FAVORITE ANIME DOGS
12/2/2016 3:53:07 PM
Just because they aren’t pure bred doesn’t mean they’re any less cute! Today is a day to celebrate the animals that we humans don’t deserve: dogs. Specifically, we’re honoring those cute little mixed breeds that capture our hearts with unique character and devotion. Let’s be real though, mutt or not, all dogs are still adorable!
###Taroumaru (SCHOOL-LIVE!)
SCHOOL-LIVE! is not one to watch with your IRL dog present, but if you want an incredibly cute, moe show, look no further! These girls live in a school and adopt a very lovable puppy during their time there. However, things aren’t what they seem at this school, and even sweet little puppies can get really, really hungry.
###Kazuhito Harumi (Dog & Scissors)
There’s more to this tiny dachshund than meets the eye. After being killed, bookworm Kazuhito is reborn into this form. He is ultimately bought by an extremely aggressive woman, who is not only his favorite author, but also the woman he died for. If she wasn’t so sadistic, it would be his dream come true… albeit a strange one.
###Hector (Beautiful Bones -Sakurako’s Investigation-)
A large, beautiful white anime dog, Hector is named after a famous Japanese author’s canine companion. He is, however, unique in that he has a somewhat morbid talent: he can sense when someone is dead, or even close to death. This ability can make him seem creepy, possibly even cursed, but his talent comes in handy around Sakurako Kujo, who has a fascination for bones herself.
###Bark If You Love Anime!
The tails are wagging, so give your puppy a treat and then sit down to watch some anime! Send us pictures of your puppers, and let us know who your favorite anime dog is via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Google+!
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###TUESDAY NEW RELEASES: KAWAI COMPLEX BD, LITTLE BUSTERS! EX
12/6/2016 9:38:19 AM
###The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors & Hostel Behavior Complete Collection BD
Some say a home is where your heart is. Others say that a home is where you send people whose brains aren’t functioning quite properly. So, when Kazunari Usa’s parents send him to the Kawai Boarding House while they work abroad, it may take a while to figure out whether this is really his new home, let alone what kind of home it is. On the one hand, his new roommate is a pervert and a masochist who peeps at girls’ schools, while his new landlady thinks leaving a variety of weapons lying around the girl’s area is a proper form of feminine protection. And when it comes to the trouble-making college girl and the perpetually grumpy working woman… well, let’s just say that those two have some serious issues to work out. On the other hand, Kawai is also home to Ritsu Kawai, who stole Usa’s heart from the first second he saw her on his first day at his new high school. And that alone may just make living in this strange new house worth every second it takes to learn the complex rules of The Kawai Complex Guide to Manors & Hostel Behavior!
Rating: TV-14 (D)
###Little Busters! EX Complete Collection
Does the new girl in Riki Naoe’s life need his help, or is she actually trying to kill him? After a chance encounter on a rooftop brings the enigmatic Saya Tokido into the Little Busters’ world, the only thing that’s certain is that trouble is sure to follow. As if saving the lives of his teammates wasn’t enough of a task to handle, now Riki must also untangle a web of new mysteries that seem to be rooted in his own personal past! Who are the Dark Executives, why do they want to keep Saya and Riki apart, and what is the nature of the secret treasure that Saya seeks? Sometimes, answers lead to even more questions as Riki and the Little Busters discover that they weren’t the only people drawn into Kyousuke’s artificial world in LITTLE BUSTERS! EX!
Rating: TV-14 (D,V)
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###See All the Qs & As at ask.fm!
Q. Just doing my due diligence, but you should totally dub Chihiyafuru, Tanaka-kun is Always Listless, and Humanity Has Declined.
A. Thank you much, due diligence-san!
Q. I think the world deserves dubs of Tanaka-kun is Always Listless, Flying Witch, and Flip Flappers… Especially Flip Flappers. 
A.
###SENTAI STAFF PICKS: GATEWAY ANIME RECOMMENDATIONS
12/9/2016 11:55:34 AM
There’s a lot of anime out there and if you’re trying to convert a friend or significant other it can be tough to get through all the clutter. It can be especially daunting for a newbie jumping into the anime genre. Whatever the situation, we’ve asked around the office for top gateway anime recommendations and compiled a list to convert even the most resistant of people.
###GATE
What better for a gateway anime than a show with a literal GATE? This is an action-packed series that draws on sci-fi and fantasy elements. Itami, a self-described otaku, is drawn into an otherworldly conflict when a mysterious gate suddenly appears in the middle of Tokyo. An entirely different world lies beyond the gate, and with it comes a new set of problems, from both the international community and the civilization within the gate. If your friend is interested in action, fantasy, politics, and/or cute girls, then this is the show you’re looking for.
If comedic timing and close friendships are more appealing, Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun is your show. Chiyo’s failed confession to the oblivious Nozaki-kun paves the way for all their crazy antics within the series. The comedy is over-the-top in a good way and portrays Chiyo’s ever growing circle of friends as they get to know each other. As an inside look at a socially awkward teenage boy making shoujo manga with his friends, of course, nutty things are going happen. What can ever go wrong in the name of love?
###Log Horizon
If you are into virtual reality, MMORPGs, or video games in general, this anime takes the genre to a whole new level. The trope of getting stuck inside a game can be used in multiple ways: as a way to set up a harem, the plot foundation as characters attempt to figure a way out, and more. Log Horizon, however, takes an entirely different approach, following the gamers as they build their own society and learn the new rules by which they must live. Shiroe, in particular, takes the initiative to build an economy, a government, and alliances. This series is ideal for those who want a realistic stuck-in-a-game-what-if story, as well as their dose of fantasy and sci-fi.
###Another
For that one friend that is a fan of horror, complete with cringe-worthy death scenes, Another is just the fix you need. The story follows a curse that seems to plague Yomiyama North Middle School’s class 3-3. A deadly mix of Final Destination and your run-of-the-mill school horror story, this anime is anything but ordinary. The haunting pacing allows for genuine fear to take hold, and we can’t help but hide under our blankets!
Contrary to the cute art of the show, this is one of the most thought-provoking shows on the list. Set 1,000 years in the future, it follows a young girl, Saki, and her friends as they grow up and start to unravel what seemed like a perfect utopia. Our favorite things about this series are that we see how their interpersonal relationships change, the awkwardness that comes with the awakening of their sexuality, and the deconstruction of their beliefs in their once-perfect world. For the philosopher (or any person who thinks anime can’t be complex), this is a show that will leave them floored.
###No. 6
For those intrigued by dystopian narratives, look no further than this beautiful show. Shion lives a hauntingly simple utopian lifestyle, until his restlessness gets the better of him. An encounter with a young, escaped prisoner named Nezumi changes the course of Shion’s life forever. When the government shows signs of censorship, including erasing one of his friends, Shion finds himself as a fugitive. With the help of that very convict he saved before, Shion discovers that the scarred world outside No. 6 is terrifyingly different, but that the real horror lies in the perfection he once called home.
###K-On!
If you’ve got someone who likes music, and also happens to like cute things, and you’re trying to get them into anime, this is the show for you. From an anime studio, famous for their cute moe, K-On! combines cute girls with music, as the Light Music Club attempts to be stage ready for their debut at the school festival. However, one of their guitarists, well… doesn’t know how to play the guitar! K-On! is a fun, adorable show that depicts the building of friendships, touches lightly on the uphill battle of learning an instrument, but most of all allows you to relax and enjoy yourself.
For our lovers of romance, we have My Love Story!!, the thematically named gem of a show. Hilarious in its presentation of characters and story, it follows Takeo and Rinko’s love story and how they must learn to overcome their own shy natures to understand one another. One of the sweetest, innocent (and healthiest!) relationships, our romance junkies will just die when they see these two together. With a lot of laughs and heart, we promise you that they will be hooked on this shoujo!
###Haikyu!!
The anime that decimated the concept that sports anime can’t be popular! For those who love some good camaraderie, team spirit, and cheering on the (literal) little guy. Shoyo Hinata is enamored with volleyball… but his stature leaves something to be desired. He joins Karasuno High School Volleyball Club, only to realize his rival, Tobio Kageyama, is part of the team. You’ll be on the edge of your seat following the ultimate underdog sports anime, and left wondering when volleyball became so exciting!
Anyone interested in supernatural stories will enjoy this classic anime movie. Enter a world where vampires and werewolves (the legit kind) roam, and prepare to be enchanted. Doris Lang is being pursued by Count Magnus Lee, who wants make her his vampire bride. Scared of this unwanted attention she ends up meeting D, who she tries to hire to protect her. Beautifully, classically animated, this title is a real treat for those who are looking for something more vintage for their peers.
###Short Peace
If you don’t have a lot of time and want to show off the wide-range appeal of animation, Short Peace is the way to go. With four short films compiled into a single disc, there’s a little bit of everything to reel in even the most stubborn of viewers. Our favorite is Combustible, a take on the star-crossed lover’s trope… we cried.
###FEEL ALL THE FEELS WITH US~
Introducing someone into anime is difficult, because we all have different reasons for falling in love with the art form. These gateway anime are meant to spark the undying fire of fandom! What was your gateway anime? Tell us on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Google+!
###TUESDAY NEW RELEASES: ANGELIC LAYER, HAKUOKI SEASON 2 COMPLETE COLLECTION & LOVE, CHUNIBYO AND OTHER DELUSIONS ~HEART THROB~
12/13/2016 8:06:38 AM
###Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! -Heart Throb- Premium Box Set
Yuta Togashi thought he had problems dealing with one delusional girlfriend in the person of Rikka Takanashi, but now things are about to go totally insane as his FORMER “one true soul mate” from when he was a chuuni himself returns with a vengeance! So how bad is Satone Shichimiya’s re-entry into Togashi’s chuni-verse likely to be? Let’s just say that she’s so epically off the deep end of the chuni-scale that she prefers to use the name Sophia Ring SP Saturn VII and that she’ll joyfully tear Togashi’s real world to pieces in order to get him back in her imaginary one! Some girls just want to have fun and some want to break down the walls between their boyfriends and themselves. But when a girl’s idea of fun is breaking down the wall between their presumed boyfriend and reality, retreating into a fantasy world might just be Togashi’s best option. Especially since Satone knows where ALL the skeletons from his past are buried. Toss Rikka’s equally delusional friend Sanae into the mix and girl-crazy takes on a whole new meaning in LOVE, CHUNIBYO & OTHER DELUSIONS - HEART THROB!
Rating: TV-14 (D, L)
###Angelic Layer Complete Collection
From the moment twelve-year-old Misaki Suzuhara first arrives in Tokyo to live with her aunt, she finds herself swept away by the amazing world of Angelic Layer – a fast-paced high-tech game where dolls called “Angels” are controlled by the thoughts of their operator, or “Deus”. Discovering that her new friends are as interested in Angelic Layer as she is, Misaki builds her own Angel, Hikaru, and begins competing in battles where will and determination count far more than size and strength. The competitions are going to be fierce and, with the national championships looming on the horizon, you can bet that not everyone Misaki meets will be on her side. Can Misaki handle the pressure of non-stop competition while struggling to adapt to life in an unfamiliar city? From the amazing minds and pens of Japan’s legendary all-female creative team, CLAMP, it’s the coming of age adventure that’s become an all-time anime classic – ANGELIC LAYER!
Rating: TV-PG
###Hakuōki ~Demon of the Fleeting Blossom~ Record of the Jade Blood Complete Collection
Betrayed by the shogun and forced to flee to Edo, the Shinsengumi are fighting a desperate battle; not just for their lives, but for their very souls and the ideals they swore to stand for. Now, as Harada, Shinpachi, and Saito launch a dangerous thrust to fight their way out of Koufu, Chizuru must decide whether to hold true to her own oath to Hijikata. Will she stand guard over the wounded Kondou and Okita, or will she succumb to the hopelessness and disillusionment that has shattered their ranks? As the Fury’s advance, Hijikata must face the greatest test of all: can he keep the Shinsengumi together? Can the powers to be gained from the Water of Life ever justify the nightmarish price? As the fires of war threaten to consume Japan, the last hopes of salvation lie in the courage and steel of a chosen few in Hakuōki: Record of the Jade Blood!
Rating: TV-14 (V)
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