Spring 2018 Anime Final Thoughts

Save for long term series, I am pretty much done with Spring 2018 Anime. Thus this will be my final update. Before I begin with the shows I've finished or plan to continue in Summer, let's start with a show that's been added to the dropped pile at the last moment.

Amanchu Advance  (11 Dropped)

Before episode 7, I was mostly positive about this series. Then the problems started. My TL would talk about bad stuff the manga did. 7-9 was a terrible arc. 10 as a return to form, but then  11 ruined everything. No matter 12 might do the damage has been done. Also, let me be clear, even with context (as in actually watching the series) I can't accept what happeend in 11. In fact context makes it worse in some regards, No images because err I want to represent how empty I felt after episode 11.

GeGeGe No Kitaro (12 Continue)

To make a long story short, sometimes I will fall behind on this. However Mana, Neko Musume, and sometimes interesting lore will keep me coming back. Mostly though it's all about Neko Musume being Neko Musume. If you want a long story, just assume I spent 20,000+ words praising her existence.

Love To Lie Angle (12 End)

On occasion this series had some fun moments. I was especially focused on stuff concerning Konomi. Sadly the three minute format hurt the series because while it had "moments", nothing could ever come of those moments. Both episode 11 and 12 introduces scenes that would have been capitalized on in a longer series. Even a half length series. In the case of this series? Not much comes of them other than a reminder of who the challengers are and the fac our  protagonist won't be deciding for awhile. Basically the issue is it feels like something is missing here.

Alice or Alice (12 End)

I can't claim the show is good, but I still had fun with it. What? Sometimes like fluff. Even if that fluff is objectively trash. Plus I like the twins a bit. If I was going to give one criticism aside from "Fanservice = Bad", it would be that sometimes even the fluff felt a bit rushed. 

Uma Musume Pretty Derby (13 End)

Who knew horse girls could make for such a decent series? I mean it was sure to provide plenty of pony tails, but the rest was up in the air. Each week was made special thanks to how the relationship between the girls. Special Week and Silence Suzuka make for good rivals if nothing else. I will admit I didn't have much to say each week, but I definitely found it a worthwhile watch.

Hinamatsuri (12 End)

Whether a segment focused on Hina, Anzu, Hitomi or even Mao, the show managed to provide the viewer with an over all fun experience. Ok, fun might be the wrong word in some cases. Still this ended up being one of the stronger series of the season. If I had to choose, I think I grew most parital to Mao and Hitomi for reasons.  It's hard not to feel for Hitomi. She has to deal with so much.

Kiratto Pri☆chan (11 Continue)

Some episodes I'll have to rewatch later if possible. For now I can say the series continues to be fun over all. Even if I do prefer some other long running series more. Before you ask. Yes, Anna being Anna is still a major reason I watch this. She does red so well.

Toji No Miko (24 End)

Why does thsi show exist? Why is it two cour? Questions asked of this show and the show answered them pretty well.  Sure it had a rough start, but once it got past that, the show kept getting better and better. The second cour which spring covers had moment after moment. The growing relationship between Kanami and Hiyori alone justified the series. I loved seeing these two bond over time.

Hugtto Precure (20 Continue)

Emiru and Ruru has become one of my favorite pairs in the Precure Franchise. So much was done right with these two. From how they met, to experiences they had together to the timing. Plus their theme of Song and Dance. They basically show me why I like relationships. Which is watch two characters complete each other. They're like the perfect symbolism for this. One of my favorite series of the season. Which I can probably say two more times this year  if the quality keeps up.

Aikatsu Friends (11 Continue)

Before this series started airing, I wonder what they meant by "friends" and after episode 11, I think I fully understand  now. That moment was awesome. Or rather I should say moments because there were at least a few good ones in episode 11. Not to mention in previous episodes as well. I look forward to how the various pairs develop over time.

Comic Girls (12 End)

The journey of Kaos was an amazing one. She is pretty much my favorite character of the season for both cosmetic and characterization reasons. On top of this the intereactions she has with the other grls and the other girls have with each other help elevate the show. So many moments in the show made for a fun and sometimes strong experience. This started as and ended up as my favorite series of the season. Not sure if we'll ever get a second season , but at least the first was amazing.

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That should covever everything.  Any other Spring shows not mentioned are as of this time dropped.  Not opposed to one day giving shows another chance, but my general rule is this. I'd rather focus on what is coming next season. Which means the fun of trying to decide what Summer Shows to watch in the first place.