Fall 2012 Anime Preview

My sources are: AniDB, ANN, MAL, Fansub Wiki and Moetron

Fall 2012 Anime

(Chart courtesy of Moetron)

Kyousogiga

Kyousogiga

Release Date: October 2012 Animation Production: Toei Animation

Summary Three kids are stuck in a strange city causing massive mayhem through the land. They are searching for an atypical rabbit in order to return home. Koto, the eldest of the three, seems to have some sort of connection to this weird place ruled by a monk, a demon, and a priest.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru The premise instantly reminded me of Alice in Wonderland. With a unique art style and solid voice cast (Rie Kugimiya as Koto, Kenichi Suzumura as Myoe, and Chiwa Saito as Professor Shoko), I am giving this a few episodes try. Sid After watching the OVA I knew I had to pick this series up. I loved the art style, crazy comedy and pretty interesting story. I’m glad they decided to make this into a short series but sad it isn’t a normal length season. It has  a lot of similarities to Alice in Wonderland which I’m sure some of you will pick up. My biggest worry is it is a web stream so it might not have the best quality (actually it definitely wont) which is sad considering it has a great style. Nevertheless I can’t wait!

Battle Spirits Sword Eyes

Battle Spirits: Sword Eyes

Release Date: September 09, 2012 Animation Production: Sunrise Trailer 1

SummaryThe story is set 14 years after Atlantia, the largest country in the world of Legendia, was torn apart by riots. The protagonist Tsurugi Tatewaki was secreted away from the chaos at a young age. Oblivious to his true birthplace, Tsurugi grows up as a spirited boy in the neighboring rocky land of Pacifis.

 

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid A little too kiddy for my tastes so I wont be picking this one up, or probably even give it a shot. I’m sure it isn’t bad, but I didn’t like the trailer much either. It is clear to me this anime just isn’t meant for me with poor CG and feel-good themes.

Shin Sekai Yori

Shin Sekai Yori

Release Date: September 28, 2012 Animation Production: A-1 Pictures Trailer 1

Summary In the future Japan has become a fractured country, and small towns now exist. The rulers of this world have the cursed power of Telekinesis. When an incident occurs, 5 children come to realize the world is not as it seems, and learn the bloody history behind this world. These 5 children unite and help the world as it falls into a downward spiral of chaos.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru School settings and super-powered teens are quite common. But beyond this familiar exterior is a dark atmosphere felt from the eerie BGM. I’ll try to watch this one. Sid I watched the trailer and read the summary which kind of sold me. It is a dark themed anime with a lot of great points to it. If the trailer is true to the animation as well it seems like it could work out pretty well. I have confidence in A-1 Pictures as well to produce a quality anime. This is definitely something I’m going to be trying out.

Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun

Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun

Release Date: October 1, 2012 Animation Production: Brains Base Trailer 1

SummaryMizutani Shizuku is the type of person who only cares for her own grades. But when she accidentally delivers the lesson notes to Yoshida Haru, Haru becomes convinced they are friends. Haru turns out to have a very innocent personality, but who would’ve thought that Haru would actually confess to Shizuku?

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru I don’t think I’ve seen a school rom-com in a while so I’m giving this a shot. And the Tatsuhisa Suzuki (Haru Yoshida) and Haruka Tomatsu (Shizuku Mizutani) make an interesting combination for the lead cast. Sid I actually started to read this manga and one point in time, it wasn’t too bad. Though I don’t think that I would want to watch the anime version of it because it didn’t catch my attention that well. It was interesting but nothing out of the ordinary. As strange as this may sound I still feel like I’m biased towards romantic comedies after watching Toradora! which set the bar too high. I’ll probably continue the manga in my spare time though, maybe I’ll review that. The trailer is pretty funny though.

Kamisama Kiss

Kamisama Kiss

Release Date: October 1, 2012 Animation Production: TMS Entertainment Trailer 1

Summary Nanao Momozono suddenly becomes homeless after her dad disappeared and left a huge debt behind, which forced her to leave the apartment. On the street Nanao rescues a strange man from a dog. To thank her, he gives her his house, which proves to be a run-down shrine, inhabited by a hostile fox-eared young man. Confused and tired with no other place to go to, she decides to stay, but this proves to be more difficult than expected…

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru A homeless girl premise has been a done deal with Fruits Basket and Itazurana Kiss. What sets KamiKiss apart is the supernatural. And since I have a penchant for bishounen gods voiced by some of my favorite seiyuus, I’ll be watching this. My only worries would be the plot given the still ongoing manga from which it was based and the not-so-special animation by TMS Entertainment. Sid I’ll be honest, nothing really strikes me as amazing for this anime. The trailer, description, and even art style don’t fancy my tastes. Another one of those anime that I probably wont end up completely watching. I feel bad because it might turn out to be pretty good. If someone tells me to pick it up I probably will.

Litchi de Hikari Club

Litchi DE Hikari Club

Release Date: October 1, 2012 Animation Production: Kachidoki Studio

Summary The story starts of with 9 boys, all in the Hikari Club, who are driven to make the ultimate Artificial Intelligence, and will stop at nothing to create it. The leader of the club, Zera, is an attractive boy who is very sick and twisted. He has complete control of the members. The second-in-command and previous leader, Tamiya, is not happy with the way Zera is controlling everyone, so he tries to reclaim the club, and eventually everything begins to crumble and turn into chaos.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru The story seems interesting but the lack of voice cast and even a trailer leaves me unable to weigh its value. A pass for now. Sid I really want to watch this anime because it deals with Artificial Intelligence. Some of you may know that is one of the main reasons I got into Computer Science and Engineering. However, after discovering you need a crazy amount of education like multiple PhD’s and 10+ years work experience I think I’ll settle with anime that deals with AI. Picking this one up for the season.

Chou Soku Henkei Gyrozetter

Chou Soku Henkei Gyrozetter

Release Date: October 2, 2012 Animation Production: A-1 Pictures Trailer 1

Summary Anime adaptation of a card game which depicts battles between cars that transform into robots.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru No more childish card games please. Pass. Sid Kiddy card game adaptation, nope.

Jormungand Perfect Order

Jormungand PERFECT ORDER

Release Date: October 2, 2012 Animation Production: White Fox Trailer 1

Summary Second season of Jormungand

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru I haven’t seen the first season so it’s a pass. Sid Yes, yes and more yes. So many yes’s. I absolutely loved the first season and it gives me my Black Lagoon-esk feel. I was dying for a second season before the first even ended. Long story short I’m watching the hell out of this anime.

Wooser no Sono Higurashi

Wooser no Sono Higurashi

Release Date: October 3, 2012 Animation Production: Sanzigen

Summary 3D shorts centered around Wooser, a mysterious mascot character whose charming appearance belies a corrupt heart.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid I have nothing against shorts but I don’t think I’ll have enough to time to even review this one. So I’m going to skip it or watch it and not review it.

Juusen Battle Monsuno

Monsuno

Release Date: October 3, 2012 Animation Production: Larx Entertainment Trailer 1

Summary The series revolves around “re-awakened Monster DNA that finds its way into the unsuspecting hands of adventure-seeking teenagers”. An agency called “S.T.O.R.M.” (Strategic Tactical Operatives for Recovery of Monsuno) will be involved.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru So many shounen shows to pass. Sid I know some of you may be like “This is a Nicktoons series not anime!” but let’s be honest, Nicktoons isn’t that bad. They did bring us Avatar the Last Air Bender after all. However, I’m still not going to be watching it because it doesn’t seem like something that will keep my interest. And I don’t really have the time to keep up with a most-likely long series such as this.

Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai!

Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai!

Release Date: October 3, 2012 Animation Production: Kyoto Animation Trailer 1

Summary Yuuta Togashi suffered from chuunibyou while he was in middle school. When he graduated, he put that dark history behind him and forgot about it… or he was supposed to. High school was smooth sailing and full of enjoyment - until the unavoidable, sad event occurs. The event that locks Yuuta into a contract with Rikka Takanashi and disrupts his desperately ordinary life.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru A KyoAni title for this season! Having my favorite seiyuu (yes, I always look forward to a series with Jun Fukuyama on it) and lovely animation, I’ll be watching this. Let’s just hope the plot stands well. Sid When I first saw the image for this anime I thought, “great another girl with an eyepatch, that hasn’t been done before”, but then I saw the trailer. She has a very energetic and comedic personality which makes her different from the rest. While watching the trailer I wasn’t sure if it was going to be awesome or hilarious. If it’s both then I think I will be a loss for words. I’m picking this one up for the season.

Hayate no Goku

Hayate no Gotoku! I Can’t Take My Eyes Off You

Release Date: October 3, 2012 Animation Production: Manglobe Trailer 1

Summary Third season of Hayate no Gotoku!

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru With the same voice cast and production staff but promoted as an anime-only story, this might just be for Hayate no Gotoku fans. I’ve seen the first series and the movie Heaven is a Place on Earth. I even read the manga for a time. Sadly, I’ve lost interest in the series because what I believe to be the main plot (Athena’s) is always set on the sidelines. For now, it’s a pass. Sid I watched the first 40 odd episodes of this season but just gave up. I wasn’t actually that into it and I don’t really want to continue down this path. A pass for me.

Gintama 2012

Gintama (2012)

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: Sunrise

SummarySakata Gintoki, Kagura, and Shinpachi Shimura continue to scrape a living as freelance jack-of-all-trades at Edo while amidst the several odd humans and aliens that inhabit the peculiar metropolis. The TV series will be a rerun of the previous series with additional new episode(s).

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru A mainstream title that I never found too interesting to follow so it’s a pass. Sid People keep telling me to pick this series up and now that it is being re-released I might just do that. I am very happy I have stuck with Hunter x Hunter so this might prove to be the same if not better. Probably wont review it but I’ll be watching.

Btooom!

BTOOOM! Trailer 1

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: Madhouse Studios

SummaryThe story centers around Ryūta Sakamoto, a NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) young man and a top-ranked player in the online combat game Btoom! One day, he wakes up on a tropical island without remembering how he got there. He sees a figure in the distance and asks for help. However, the figure responds by throwing something at Ryūta — a “BIM” bomb. In that moment, Ryūta comes to realize two things: one, his own life is in danger, and two, he is now in the world of Btoom!

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Trapped inside a game huh? .hack// and SAO dejavu? But this looks like a more violent version. Might give this a try. Sid So the trailer seemed really dark and edgy but the song didn’t really make it seem that way. I’m going to give it a couple episodes before I make my decision, because the trailer didn’t do much for me. A lot of bombs is all I can really get from it. Sword Art Online has made me have faith in game-based anime. Finally the rape scene kind of turned me off from the trailer… who knows how that will turn out.

Hidamari Sketch x Honeycomb

Hidamari Sketch x Honeycomb

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: SHAFT

Summary Fourth season of Hidamari Sketch

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Never seen the other seasons. Pass. Sid Haven’t seen the other seasons or even heard of them, pass.

Busou Shinki

Busou Shinki

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: 8-Bit

Summary The slice-of-life battle story is set in a future that has neither World War III nor an alien invasion — just an ordinary future set after our current age. In this world, robots are part of everyday life, and they contribute in various aspects of society. “Shinki” are 15-centimeter-tall (about 6-inch-tall) cute partners made to assist humans. Equipped with intelligence and emotions, they devote themselves to serving their “Masters.”

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru The Shinki reminded me of Angelic Layer. Will probably give this a try. Sid I watched the OVA but I don’t think I’ll pick up the series. The OVA wasn’t bad, but I feel it did all it could in that short time. Pass.

Zetsuen no Tempest

Zetsuen no Tempest Trailer 1

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: Bones

Summary The story revolves around Mahiro Fuwa, a teenager whose family was mysteriously murdered one year before and his friend Yoshino Takigawa. Mahiro is contacted by Hakase Kusaribe, the leader of the Kusaribe clan who was left stranded on an unknown desert island by her followers, and agrees to help Hakase in exchange of her help to find out the culprit for the death of his family. Upon learning of his friend’s intentions, Yoshino joins him on his quest to stand against the Kusaribe clan who intends to awake the “Tree of Zetsuen” whose power can bring ruin to the entire world.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru I was completely sold after seeing that premise and trailer. Definitely watching this! Sid Classical music mixed with a mystery that could create an apocalypse? Sure I’m in. It didn’t give much from the trailer and the description isn’t too bad. It seems like it can either be a complete flop or really interesting. I’ll give it a few episodes before making my decision.

K

K

Release Date: October 4, 2012 Animation Production: GoHands Trailer 1 | Trailer 2

Summary Original TV anime by Studio GoHands and an “innovative creator group” which includes producer Go Nakanishi.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru What initially caught my attention was the very solid voice cast! Imagine having Daisuke Namikawa, Daisuke Ono, Mamoru Miyano, and Jun Fukuyama in one show! I’m not just being a fangirl here but for me, voice cast is vital to enjoying a series. Throw in a few bishies with that plus the super-powered fight scenes and I’m sold! I’m not familiar with GoHands but the trailer shows hope that the series is in good hands. If this anime-only original story holds is the ultimate question. Sid I honestly have no idea what to think about this anime. The trailer seemed pretty cool though. A lot of great fighting animations and unique characters. Plus I’m a So Cal kid so the skater is probably my favorite from first look. Didn’t see any girls in the trailer though which makes me curious if this is going to turn into another boy-love anime. Doesn’t look like it will but it’s definitely possible. I’m looking going to be keeping this one on watch most likely the whole season but who knows.

Onii-chan Dakedo Ai Sae Areba Kankeinai yo ne!

Onii-chan Dakedo Ai Sae Areba Kankei Nai yo ne

Release Date: October 5, 2012 Animation Production: Silver Link Trailer 1

Summary Himenokouji twins Akito and Akiko have finally reunited with each other after separation due to the death of their parents. After six years of living apart they suddenly began to live under the same roof due to Akito’s desire to live as a family unit once more. Things were fine at first until Akiko began to express her incestuous love for her older brother, who only sees her as a little sister.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Haven’t they gotten tired of this genre? Pass. Sid Nope. That is all.

JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure

Release Date: October 5, 2012 Animation Production: David Production

Summary Kujo Jotaro is a normal, popular Japanese high-schooler, until he thinks that he is possesed by a spirit, and locks himself in prison. After seeing his grandfather, Joseph Joestar, and fighting Joseph’s friend Muhammad Abdul, Jotaro learns that the “Sprirt” is actually Star Platinum, his Stand, or fighting energy given a semi-solid form. Later, his mother gains a Stand, and becomes sick. Jotaro learns that it is because the vampire Dio Brando has been revived 100 years after his defeat to Jonathan Joestar, Jotaro’s great-great-grandfather. Jotaro decides to join Joseph and Abdul in a trip to Egypt to defeat Dio once and for all.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid I don’t really have that much interest in this one so I’m going to pass it for times sake.

To Love-Ru Darkness

To Love-Ru Darkness

Release Date: October 5, 2012 Animation Production: XEBEC Trailer 1

Summary Sequel to To Love-Ru

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Haven’t watched the first season so can’t watch this one!

Bakuman 3

Bakuman 3

Release Date: October 6, 2012 Animation Production: J.C. Staff

Summary Season three of Bakuman

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Didn’t watch the previous seasons so it’s a pass. Sid I don’t actually like the series all that much but I’ve invested two seasons already so I might as well keep going.

Haitai Nanafa

Haitai Nanafa

Release Date: October 6, 2012 Animation Production: Passione

Summary Nanafa Kyan lives in Okinawa with her grandmother who runs the “Kame Soba” soba shop, her beautiful older sister Nao who is in high school, and her younger sister Kokona, who is in elementary school and has a strong ability to sense the supernatural.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Nothing too interesting about the story. Pass. Sid Unless someone else tells me to pick this one up I’m passing. Not enough time to watch all the anime!

Little Busters!

Little Busters

Release Date: October 6, 2012 Animation Production: J.C. Staff

Summary Riki was a child when his parents died, leaving him hopeless and depressed. What saved him was a group of four kids calling themselves the Little Busters. They took Riki out and played with him during his time of need. He really enjoyed being together with them, and his grief gradually faded away. Now in his second year of high school they still hang out, fight and live together, and enjoy their school life.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru One of the most talked about series for this season so I might give this a try. Sid I’m not sure what is with all the anime that leaves children abandoned by their parents either through death or financial problems, but they just keep coming. I’m probably not going to watch this one either unless someone tells me to pick it up. It doesn’t catch my attention and the story doesn’t seem that exciting.

Sukitte Ii Na Yo

Sukitte Ii na Yo

Release Date: October 7, 2012 Animation Production: ZEXCS

Summary Mei Tachibana has spent her 16 years without a boyfriend or friends. One day, she injures the most popular boy in school, Yamato Kurosawa, due to a misunderstanding. For some reason though, it seems that he takes a liking to her and one-sidedly claims that they’re friends. Furthermore, he not only protects Mei from a stalker, but does so with a kiss…?!!

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Looks like we have a fair share of rom-com this season. Might try to watch this. Sid Man that is one cliché sounding summary. Another anime I wont be picking up unless someone tells me otherwise. I’ve seen and read enough to know how this story turns out. Don’t see it being any different than anything else I’ve come across before.

Code Breaker

CODE: BREAKER

Release Date: October 6, 2012 Animation Production: Kinema Citrus Trailer 1

Summary Riding the bus one day, Sakurakouji Sakura looks out the window to see people being burned alive with a blue fire and a boy her age who’s unharmed and standing over the people. She comes back to the site the next day and there are no corpses or evidence of any kind of murder, just a small fire. She then goes to class to find there’s a new transfer student, Oogami Rei, who looks exactly like the boy she saw before and wears a black glove only on his left hand. Oogami is a Code Breaker, one who “does not exist”. He is a seemingly cold-blooded killer who follows the principle of “an eye for an eye”, to “use evil against evil”. Convinced that killing is not right, Sakurakouji sets out to stop him and penetrate his icy heart.

 

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru A dark hero whose flames exact justice to those whom the law cannot judge. A girl who can resist his powers. Will Sakurakouji’s attitude be enough to make the non-existent actually live life? A definite must watch! I’ve been following this manga for ages so it shouldn’t be a surprise that I would love to see its animation! I already love the OP and ED themes and the voice cast is truly something to look forward to. I would have preferred this to be done by a different animation studio though. Sid I’ve been dying for this anime to come out since I started reading the manga. If you don’t know what this is you need to check it out. This is easily one of the best manga I’ve read to date and seeing it in anime form just makes me more excited. The voice actor for Oogami did a perfect job for his famous line “Eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth, and evil for evil”. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of hearing it. Pick this up!

Oshiri Kajiri Mushi

Oshiri Kajiri Mushi

Release Date: October 7, 2012 Animation Production: Kinema Citrus

Summary A gag comedy about Oshiri Kajiri Mushi XVIII, a 10-year-old insect who goes to Biting School to inherit his family’s Biting Shop business.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru After that summary, need I say more? A definite pass. Sid Nope.

Cross Fight B-Daman eS

Cross Fight B-Daman eS

Release Date: October 7, 2012 Animation Production: SynergySP

Summary The anime takes place in Crest Land, where the mysterious B-Crystal has started to go berserk. The main protagonist Godai Kamon lives in the south area of Crest Land, and is an energetic boy who loves B-Daman. However, he lost his all past memories of B-Daman and his family, except for his big sister Aona who lives with him. One day, Kamon meets Galvan, a B-Daman at his local B-Daman shop, B-Junk, and he finds Galvan strangely familiar. Galvan becomes his partner, and he returns to the B-Daman battles once again.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Not only is this for kids but I believe it is also a sequel. Pass.

Magi

Magi

Release Date: October, 7, 2012 Animation Production: A-1 Pictures Trailer 1

Summary This story is about the flow of fate and the battle to keep the world on the right path. Aladdin is a boy who has set out to explore the world after being trapped in a room for most of his life. His best friend is a flute with a djinn in it named Ugo. Soon enough, Aladdin discovers he is a Magi, a magician who chooses kings, and he was born to choose kings who will follow the righteous path, battling against those who want to destroy fate. Follow his adventures as he meets others from 1000 Arabian Nights, like Ali Baba and Sinbad, and fights to keep the balance of world in check!

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Wow. A beautifully rendered adaptation of the classic tale Arabian Nights. And done by A-1 pictures to boot! A fantasy adventure that I would not want to miss! Sid I’ll give it a shot I suppose, but nothing about it strikes me as interesting. I don’t see myself watching this for the full season sadly.

Teekyuu

Teekyuu

Release Date: October 7, 2012 Animation Production: MAPPA

Summary Teekyuu is based on a sports comedy manga of the same name featuring four high school girls who belong to a tennis club.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Another one of those anime I wont pick up unless someone tells me to because of time restraints. I have nothing against it though because I know nothing about it.

Ixion Saga Dimension Transfer

Ixion Saga DT

Release Date: October 7, 2012 Animation Production: Brains Base Trailer 1

Summary The game and anime follow Kon Hokaze, a boy who embarks on a journey from our world to an alternate world known as Mira, which is full a mysterious energy known as Alma. After saving Princess Ecarlate from attackers, he soon finds himself in the middle of a struggle around Alma.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Passing due to time restraints again. Oh work why must you make me responsible?

Aikatsu

Aikatsu!

Release Date: October 8, 2012 Animation Production: Sunrise

Summary Anime adaptation of the Aikatsu! arcade card game about producing idols.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Pass.

Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo

Sakurasou no Pet na Kanojo

Release Date: October 8, 2012 Animation Production: J.C. Staff Trailer 1

Summary The school romantic comedy revolves around a second-year high school student named Sorata Kanda who lives in Sakurasou, the dormitory for problem children at Sorata’s school. One day, Mashiro Shiina —a cute girl who happens to be also a cosmopolitan, brilliant artist— moves into Sakurasou.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru So many rom-com, so little time. A pass for now. Sid I don’t think this anime will do that great as a romance comedy from the trailers. I feel that a lot of this is going to come down to the characters. It seems to have a lot of ecchi aspects to it which might break the anime for me. I’ll give it a go and see how it turns out.

Girls und Panzer

Girls und Panzer

Release Date: October 8, 2012 Animation Production: Actas Trailer 1

Summary In the world, the manipulation of tanks (Sensha-do) is one of the traditional martial arts especially for girls. Miho doesn’t like Sensha-do and moves to Oarai Girl’s High School. But the chairperson of the student council orders Miho to participate in the national Sensha-do championship.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Not too interesting. Pass. Sid Another pass due to time restraints. I don’t think it will be worth watching from the trailer.

Medaka Box Abnormal

Medaka Box Abnormal

Release Date: October 10, 2012 Animation Production: Gainax

Summary Second season of Medaka Box

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Haven’t seen the previous season so it’s a pass. Sid I actually enjoyed the first season so I’m definitely picking this one up as well. I’m not sure how much farther they can take it but they haven’t let me down yet. No point in cutting ties before giving it a shot.

Psycho-pass

PSYCHO-PASS

Release Date: October 11, 2012 Animation Production: Production I.G Trailer 1

Summary The series takes place in the near future, when it is possible to instantaneously measure and quantify a person’s state of mind and personality. This information is recorded and processed, and the term “Psycho-Pass” refers to a standard used to measure an individual’s being. The story centers around the “enforcement officer” Shinya Kougami, who is tasked with managing crime in such a world.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid The trailer didn’t offer much other than awesome art and music. And to be honest that was enough to get me interested so I’m going to give this one a shot as well. Plus the title is so witty.

Robotics;Notes

ROBOTICS;NOTES

Release Date: October 11, 2012 Animation Production: Production I.G Trailer 1

SummaryChuuoutanegashima High School’s Robot Research Club is in danger of losing its club status. Kaito Yashio, one of only two members, is only obsessed with robot fighting games, showing no interest in the Robo Club even in this situation. The reckless, useless club head, Akiho Senomiya, aims to complete a giant robot, struggling hard to avoid losing the club’s status.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Doesn’t seem like a great anime or anything special at least. I’m going to pass this unless someone else tells me to pick it up.

Seitokai no Ichizon

Seitokai no Ichizon S2

Release Date: October 13, 2012 Animation Production: AIC Trailer 1

Summary Season two of Seitokai no Ichizon

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid Haven’t watched the first season not going to watch this one.

Hiiro no Kakera Dai Ni Shou

Hiiro no Kakera S2

Release Date: September 30, 2012 Animation Production: Studio DEEN Trailer 1

Summary Season two of Hiiro no Kakera

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Otome games can only go so far. The first season was painful to watch and I’m not tolerating another. Sid Again, didn’t watch the first. Pass.

Initial D Fifth Stage

Initial D Fifth Stage

Release Date: November 6, 2012 Animation Production: TBA

Summary The next installment of Initial D.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid People keep talking about Initial D but I have never actually sat down to watch it. Maybe in the distant future but pass for now.

Aoi Sekai no Chuushin de

Aoi Sekai no Chuushin de

Release Date: TBA Animation Production: TBA

Summary A re-imagining of the console wars, the series tells the story of two kingdoms, Segua Kingdom and Ninterudo Empire, locked in a struggle for dominance over the land of Consume. After years of war, the Segua Kingdom is on the defensive until a kid named Gear appears boasting of his increasable speed.

Impressions Chidori3souske Hikaru Pass. Sid The plot seems really interesting as a gamer so I look forward to this one. It may actually turn out to be pretty darn good. I like seeing the “different sides” to already well established characters. I’m picking this one up probably the whole season.