Rize-chan is next in line.
Mark Gosdin
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###TUESDAY NEW RELEASES: SAKURA TRICK BLU-RAY
9/13/2016 2:27:00 PM
###Sakura Trick Blu-ray
Haruka and Yuu have been best friends forever and they’ve always sat next to each other in class since… well, since they were just girls in junior high anyway. But on their first day of high school, they’re stunned to learn that the new seating plan has them on opposite sides of the classroom! So, since everyone knows that long distance relationships won’t work unless the parties involved put extra effort into it, they decide they need to do something extra special to permanently seal their friendship. However, deciding to kiss each other awakens a whole new level of feelings, and it doesn’t help that some of their classmates seem to be 'involved" in similar circumstances. So what’s a girl to do when her best girl friend suddenly seems more like a girlfriend? It’s a life lesson that the school curriculum isn’t normally prepared to teach, except maybe in French class, and our two young heroines are about to get a private education you’ll never forget! Discover the truth about the birds and the… er… birds, as two young ladies learn to deal with the pros and cons of intramural osculation in SAKURA TRICK!
Rating: TV-14 [D]
###Other Section23 Releases for September 13, 2016
Clamp School Detectives - Maiden Japan
The Return of Godzilla - Kraken Releasing
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###6 ANIME WEAPONS THAT WE REALLY WANT
9/16/2016 3:01:13 PM
As every anime fan knows, the medium is full of stunning explosions, extreme hair styles, and astonishing clothing designs, but anime gets particularly imaginative when it turns its attention to weapons. Sometimes, characters are so connected to a weapon that they’re rarely seen without it. Such is the case with quite a few of the anime weapons we have in our anime bunker!
###Chaika’s Gundo Rifle (Chaika ~ The Coffin Princess)
Among the other mysteries surrounding her, Chaika Trabant lugs around a conspicuous coffin. Inside is a Gundo Sniper Rifle, a gun that allows her to cast explosively powerful spells. This sort of weapon comes in handy when on a dangerous quest that could once more bring chaos to an already war-torn land. No matter what, Chaika can hold her own with this weapon, be it against people or bloodthirsty unicorns. Yes, you read that correctly.
###Hakuoro’s Fan (Utawarerumono)
Hakuoro is a mysterious character, but there’s nothing mysterious about the way he can wreck it when he’s got his trusty weapon in his hand. What looks like a simple metal fan can be used as both a bludgeon, shield, sharp edge, and symbol of power. The fan even makes it’s appearance in the second series in the franchise: Utawarerumono: The False Faces.
###Bell’s Hestia Knife (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?)
Bell Cranel is a special case among adventurers for multiple reasons, including the fact that he’s the Hestia Familia’s only member, and that he levels up at an alarming speed. Worried about him due to his sudden growth, Hestia commissions this knife from Hephaestus. Bound to Bell, the knife only reacts to him and, due to Hestia’s wishes, will grow alongside Bell according to his status.
###Ushio’s Beast Spear (Ushio & Tora)
The legendary Beast Spear has more than a few secrets that come crashing down in full force around Ushio as this action-packed show progresses. When activated, the spear gives its wielder a long-haired beast form with enhanced physical abilities, making the spear one being with its holder. It’s a terrifying force fueled by hatred with the strength to make even Hakumen no Mono, the embodiment of fear, feel fear itself.
###Rory Mercury’s Axe (GATE)
With an unmatched thirst for battle, Rory Mercury is a demigoddess apostle to Emroy, the god of everything from darkness to insanity. It is no surprise, then, that her deity patterns her every day ideals, especially those that govern killing. The act of taking a life in battle is not so much murder to Rory, but an act of survival and even (in a sense) praise to her god. To Rory, killing is a necessity, albeit one she enjoys. This is mirrored in her intricate and beautiful weapon, one that is as strong as her dedication; this elaborate and massive war axe clashes with her small stature, but simultaneously alludes to her inner strength.
###Rinne’s Scythe (RIN-NE)
Everyone knows that to be a Shinigami, you have to have a scythe - it completes that “reaper” look, you know? Rinne, as a Shinigami-sort-of-thing, does not disappoint in this category: his scythe is nearly twice his height, can slice up evil spirits and purify them easily, and looks beautifully foreboding. However, it does spend a good chunk of time being used to hit people on the head…
###BONUS: All the Imperial Arms (Akame ga Kill!)
The Imperial Arms could have made this entire list. There’s so many of these awesome anime weapons in Akame ga Kill!, and we couldn’t pick just a few, so we settled for picking all of them! From titular character Akame’s single slice killer, Murasame, to the overpowered flamethrower Rubicante, if you’re into impressive and unique weaponry, this is the show for you (Esdeath DRANK her Imperial Arms!).
###Fill Your Anime Arsenal
Through even the most painful trials and quests, battling monsters and demons and who knows what else, these weapons will certainly come in handy! We know it’s tough to choose only one, but what’s your favorite anime weapon? Let us know via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Google+!
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###MEME MONDAY #6
9/19/2016 9:32:46 AM
School has begun, the trees are beginning to change colors, and the pumpkin spice memes are already taking over the internet. It’s almost Fall, and we can’t wait for the cool weather and hot drinks so that we can curl up with some hot cocoa and quality anime. Of course, all that chilling has to include anime memes, too.
###The Spice of the Season (RIN-NE)
You either love that it’s back, or hate it. Either way, pumpkin spice everything has become a staple of the autumn market. Rinne, well, just doesn’t have the money for that. It’ll be an okay… kind of thing.
###Text Posts with Rory Mercury (GATE)
Have you heard of our savior Rory Mercury? This will give you a little insight into her glory.
###Shocking! (Chaika ~ The Coffin Princess)
While we’re partial to the Chaika face meme, not to mention her eyebrow game, we still just love her little catchphrase so much! Her adorable speech patterns are one of her most endearing traits.
###Mystic, Valor, or Instinct? (Food Wars! The Second Plate)
Akira Hayama’s potent sense of smell and knowledge of herbs combines the research and support of scientist Jun Shiomi, making him a serious threat in the kitchen. When Ryo Kurokiba dons that red bandana, his appetite to win burns through his lethargic exterior and makes him a powerful contender. Of course, not many could trust their instincts and improv an entire cooking challenge like Soma Yukihira. Here in the Sentai offices, all teams are represented. What’s your team?
###Can’t Touch Dis (Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto)
Only Sakamoto could make avoiding a (misguided) thug with a bat look like a graceful dance… all while delivering an inspiring speech.
###Meme It Up!
We compile a new Meme Monday every third week of the month, so stay tuned and rake in the memes like autumn leaves! What anime memes are your favorites? Let us know on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Google+.
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###TUESDAY NEW RELEASES: Rozen Maiden ~ Zurückspulen
9/20/2016 8:56:45 AM
###Rozen Maiden ~ Zurückspulen
Every choice we make leads us down a different path… but is it possible for the actions taken on one path be used to affect the choices made in another life? In his darkest hour, Jun Sakurada receives just such an opportunity: a chance to communicate with a future version of himself who did not wind the key and bring forth the Rozen Maidens, and to fix his own shattered world. For Jun-who-did-not-wind, the messages from his younger self are a beacon of hope, and when the adult Jun discovers a box with parts and building instructions for a familiar red dressed doll, the goal becomes clear: to revive Shinku in his world and save both worlds from succumbing to the evils of Kirakisho, the seventh Rozen Maiden. The Alice Game becomes a war of dimensions as two worlds hang by the threads of fate in ROZEN MAIDEN: ZURÜCKSPULEN!
Rating: TV-14
###PR: Sentai Filmworks Launches Portfolio of Anime Feature Films on Steam
September 21, 2016
###Sentai Filmworks Adds 13 Anime Films on Steam
posted on 2016-09-21 14:30 EDT
###CELEBRATE FALL WITH THESE 7 GIFS OF ANIME HAIR BLOWING IN THE WIND
9/23/2016 9:17:13 AM
Anime fans know the secret ingredient to making characters look really cool: a scene where their hair is blowing effortlessly in the wind. (That’s like Anime Aesthetic 101.) Let’s take a break from regular lists and take a look at some moments we know will have some windy-hair action.
###Moments Guaranteed to Have Anime Hair Blowing in the Wind
###Anime Opening Themes (No Game, No Life)
An anime OP song isn’t complete without at least ONE character posing dramatically with their hair carried into a soaring breeze. Sora and Shiro in No Game, No Life’s opening theme, have nailed the “anime hair blowing in the wind” coolness.
###Last Episodes (Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto)
Sakamoto looks longingly at the school in the show’s final episode. The wind gently tosses his hair, sending his silent whispers back to his classmates. What is he thinking? Will we ever know? Why is Sakamoto’s simple anime hair so much the cool-cooler-coolest?
###Character Introductions (GATE)
Here are three windswept-hair introductions for the price of one anime gif. Things really are more magical in the Special Region in GATE. Especially in other worlds, anime girls are just so much more dramatically introduced when their hair is blowing.
###Realizing You’re Falling in Love (Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun)
Chiyo is experiencing a life-changing chance encounter in Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun. The set up is perfect… it’s too bad that this is the last moment of romantic perfection she’ll ever have. Let’s enjoy this moment of windswept peace with its side of doki-doki.
###OTP Heart-to-Hearts (Maid Sama!)
When you see both main characters of a shoujo anime speaking alone about their feelings, cue the wind. Misa and Usui from Maid-sama!, as well most of their shoujo peers, share a private heart-to-heart on the roof, and it wouldn’t have been nearly as dramatic without the romance-filled gusts!
###Stylized Storytelling (Haikyu!! 2nd Season)
Anime is a master of figurative storytelling and posing, and there’s nothing like dramatic windstreams to bring the message home. Case and point: Hinata and Kageyama from Haikyu! are imposing in this stylized vision.
###Foreshadowing Dialogs (Another)
Here’s your harbinger of Halloween season! This moment of foreshadowing on the roof is punctuated by Mei’s hair being blown by a foreboding wind. It’s just the kind of scene that prepares you for all the bad things that are about to happen.
###Wind Whip My Anime Hair Back and Forth
The Fall season means different things to different people. Whether you’re into autumn because of the cooler weather, new Fall anime, or the impending arrival of Halloween, there’s something for everyone this season. In our case, we used the coming fall to celebrate one of our favorite aesthetic anime tropes.
Which of your anime faves looks the coolest with their hair blowing in the wind? Let us know on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Google+.
###Official January Release Slate
January is the start of a whole new year of awesome anime! Also, for one week only, get FREE SHIPPING on all pre-orders in our January collection. Which adventures will you be adding to your anime library in 2017?
January Collection
###Infinite Stratos 2: Premium Box Set
Ichika’s misadventures as the only boy in an all-girl’s school continues! This premium release, complete with special packaging and limited edition booklet, won’t be around for very long, so claim yours before it disappears.
###The World Only God Knows: Ultimate Collection
We don’t use the word “Ultimate” lightly! This massive collection contains Season 1, Season 2, Goddesses, and the OVAs all in one package.
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###Beautiful Bones -Sakurako’s Investigation- (+Free Mystery Gift with Pre-order)
Put the skull down, Sakurako-san! Sakurako Kujo’s obsession with “beautiful bones” and her forensic skills give her a keen eye for homicide, but she’s not the only one who gets to uncover mysteries!
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###Fate/Kaleid Liner Prisma Illya 2wei! Herz!
Illyasviel von Einzbern and Miyu have their hands full in the latest chapter of the Fate/kaleid series with the news of a mysterious Eighth Card.
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###Triage X
From the creator of High School of the Dead comes a scintillating tale of doctors and nurses who moonlight as assassins! Treatment, anyone?
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###Tuesday New Releases: Chaika Avenging Battle; Eden of Grisaia/Labyrinth of Grisaia
9/27/2016 12:11:47 PM
###The Labyrinth of Grisaia / The Eden of Grisaia Complete Collection
Yuji Kazami fulfilled a promise, but that promise was made long before he reached Mihama Academy. The seeds of the future are sown as young Yuji’s family is ravaged and his psyche is shattered, only to be reshaped in the fires of violent training and war in THE LABYRINTH OF GRISAIA. However, Yuji’s saga continues as his past catches up with him, and he is defended by the most unlikely guardian angels in THE EDEN OF GRISAIA. Follow the grisly journey as the boy is forced to become a man, and delve into the aftermath of THE FRUIT OF GRISAIA in this special complete edition that contains both parts of the untold story: THE LABYRINTH OF GRISAIA and THE EDEN OF GRISAIA.
Rating: TV-MA [D,L,V]
###Chaika ~ The Coffin Princess: Avenging Battle
The battle on the floating fortress is over, but the quest to recover the scattered remains of Emperor Gaz is too important to delay. As Chaika and her companions seek out the hero Claudia in order to obtain the heart, they race against Red Chaika, who seeks the hero, Glenn, who possesses one of the arms. Even as Chaika struggles to learn the new magical skills required to defeat Claudia, a startling new revelation comes to light which may change their mission entirely: not all of Gaz’s magic research was destroyed, and information regarding the creation of the Chaikas may have been taken to a mysterious island! With the possibility of uncovering the secrets behind their mysterious origins dangled in front of them, the Chaikas must decide whether or not they want to find the hidden island and brave its unknown perils. Could the entire thing be a trap? It’s highly likely, but how can they resist the bait as the spellbinding adventure continues in CHAIKA THE COFFIN PRINCESS – AVENGING BATTLE!
Rating: TV-MA [V]