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Robotics; Notes 16 — Everyone is Murdered by Gravity

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Ok, so stuff actually happened this episode… but I can’t bring myself to care. Two weeks ago I decided I would accept Robotics; Notes as it is, a harem love comedy, and now it has abandoned that too and decided to be tragic. It does it better than Key, but that isn’t saying much. Now I just want to see more of Akiho and Frau fighting over Kaito. Continue reading Robotics; Notes 16 — Everyone is Murdered by Gravity →

AKB0048: The Greatest Show on Earth

When AKB0048 originally aired last summer, I got to episode six and dropped it. I didn’t have much free time. Why would I waste it watching a show about idols?

A few days ago, I came back. I watched an episode and was hooked. A couple days later, I’ve watched every episode and can’t wait for the next one. I’m still not a fan of idols (they’re retarded, as is their “music”) but do love AKB0048. It is a glorious show. Here’s why I like it.

Middle School Girls Being Middle School Girls

AKB0048 offers one of the most accurate portrayals in all of anime of middle school girls. They talk about love and friendship all the time while they treat each other like crap. They’re complete bitches, and I love them for it.

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What’s more, the bitchiest of them all are rewarded with fame, popularity and glory while the nice girls are left in the dust. But all of them have their fair share of tears from all the horrible things they do to each other. Their tears are delicious. By the way, in case you’re wondering, Takamina is the best idol. Continue reading AKB0048: The Greatest Show on Earth →