Anime Winter 2026 Weekly Ranking February 13th to February 19th
Feb. 13, 2026
Ranking for anime episodes released Feb. 13, 2026 to Feb. 19, 2026
Getting back into the groove!
S: Must Watch
Episodes I believe you must watch or are missing out on.
1. Hell's Paradise Season 2. Ep.6
SUMMARY
Plan B it is!
Before the fight begins we learn of the developments with Tan and that all that is needed is high quality fuel for the reserach to be complete. As Mei declares that she is here to say goodbye, Gabirmaru prepares for the face off agianst Ran who is a bad match up for him. It is their only option as the elixer isn't here and Gabimaru starts the attack with Yuzuriha at his side.
After their inital exchange, Gabimaru executes his plan that lands a great strike on Ran. Forgive me Gabimaru, I was not familiar with your game, even the opposition is wary of the guy. His skill impresses Ran, but calling it talent is an insult met with a retaliation that may be enough to secure victory.
Unfortunately, they are against monsters with a second phase. Ran's transformed state is horrifying, and their strength overwhelming as the first attack leaves both Gabimaru and Yuzuriha with damage. Gabimaru, on the verge of death, refuses to give up and this inspires Yuzuriha to do something she may have never done before by attempting to save Gabimaru. Her attempt is unsuccessful as Ran catches them and things only get worse as Gabimaru is declared to tough to be left alive.
9.3/10, GABIMARUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
2. Sentenced to Be a Hero. Ep.0
SUMMARY
Getting such sweetness to start the episode was nice, perhaps Xylo will be more willing to open up to Teoritta now.
Before then, I have to rave about how much I love the art style of this anime once more. It's just so good! I don't want to call it simple because that feels like an insult, but it is a style that is very pleasing to watch.
Of all the heroes, Xylo certainly is the most normal as nomral can be for them. Venetim could be a contender, though he's too busy protecting himself from Xylo before revelaing a secret he has been keeping. Tha's right, we're meeting Xylo's ex fiancée.
Listen, I'm not relationship person, but there are certain things you do for a woman like Frenci. Although Xylo calls her his former fiancee, Frenci reveals that the oath is still in place much to Teoritta's dismay. Not only is the oath in tact, but Frenci is working on getting a pardon for the guy. I'm all for it, Xylo deserves some love.
After the meeting with the lovely Frenci, Xylo grabs Tsav to help escort Teoritta through town as they search for heretics after her. Seeing Teoritta enjoy herself was very nice, it's been nothing but brutal action for some time. Giving the team some leisure is great even if it only lasts a short while.
Xylo and co vs the assasins was a treat. We've focused on battle aginast the demon blight for most of the season but know what humans are capable of as well. Not all of the assasins were human however, Boojum was very likely Spriggan, the demon blight they are in search of.
9.5/10. let this man Xylo get married
3. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 2. Ep.5
SUMMARY
Frieren is reunited with an old dwarf friend, Fass. The guy loves liquor more than anyone else, and he is on the cusp of finding a legendary drink but needs the help of Frieren. A barrier is what holds Fass back from his dream, fortunately he pays the right price to convince Stark and Fern.
As it turns out, Frieren is familiar with the person behind the prized liquor. They passed down the legend as nothing but a farce, and now we are left with Fass discovering disappointment from his dream. So what does one do in such a situation? Nothing more than enjoy it with friends. I never expected such a great scene from Heiter, but it seems the entire team of heroes is something to live up to.
Onward we go after a feasting with the terrible liquor, a fortress city awaits. In the city, Frieren owes a heavy debt; all the wealth accrued so far isn't enough for her to pay and she's forced into the mines until her crew can buy her back.
Although Friren is currenlty in a bad spot, we do a get a masterful scene from it. Frieren's theme combined with the stars was a delight, and soon leads us to the reason she has been forced into the mines. The reason behind the lacking conditions in the plateau is because the trading company behind much of the logistics is in a dire time. Frieren agrees to help and finds silver just in time before Stark and Fern raid to save her themselves. Oh boy am I glad she was just a bit faster than them.
9.3/10, Frieren has some massive ears
![[Oshi No Ko] Season 3](https://efvedablogbucket.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/images/oshiNoKo.jpg)
4. [Oshi No Ko] Season 3. Ep.6
SUMMARY
I have to get this off my chest, Idols are not who they present themselves to be! At least not 100%. Of course, I'm sure some are similar to who they convey on screen, but their true personality is one most will never know. Furthermore, I find it ridiculous to care about their private lives so long as they aren't harming anyone, or being harmed thsmelves.
With that said, this episode begins with Ruby thinking about those in the entertainment industry dating. Dating was once a a crushing blow to their career, and even though times have begun to change, this and many other pressures can push entertainers away from the field all together.
Best girl Mem worries for Kana and seeks help from Aqua who is still hesistant to step in given his resolve. I agree that he brought her into the idol world, and though I understand his current resolve, it is also cruel how he has gone about it. Will he step in? Well, it may be too late for that.
Seeing Kana run from the reporter was heartbreakling. Conveying the inital fear, and then the detoriating mental after she has escaped was excellent, aimlessly walking is all she can really do as the thougts of what is to come overwhelm her.
In the end, the one to save Kana is herself. She accepts what is to come, and fires herself up as she remembers that she has been in the business forever and is more than capable of surviving. Good for her, I'm sure hell is to come but she can do it.
9/10, what is Akane closing in on?
A: Very Good
Good episodes, anime I would recommend to someone looking for something to watch.
5. The Darwin Incident. Ep.7
SUMMARY
Cops arrive to take down Gare but find Charlie carrying a bunch of injured students first. Nerves and adranaline combined make for a tense situation, but the cops make the right choice and help the students before Charlie is off again.
After saving some more, Charlie sets off to find Lucy who avoids being shot as Gare deems her recent decisions worthwhile. Gare's final message on the livestream is one to Charlie directly, a final ploy to sway thier true traget to their side.
As for Gare, he's unable to to send himself away despite the message he wishes to send. He gives a final thanks to Charlie, now willing to pull the trigger once more but is stopped by Charlie who delivers a blow that may as well have killed Gare.
The aftermath of the shooting leaves Charlie stuck home for the time being, but his family is still together. Charlie wishes to take down the ALA as he considers it the best solution, though he is stopped at Lucy's request. I'm glad the two are firends, but other forces may soon force them further apart.
8.5/10, what's your next move Lucy?
6. Trigun Stargaze. Ep.6
SUMMARY
Knives's henchman launch their biggest attack yet in search of the plants needed to bring their boss back. Their is already conflict inside however, we're lucky Millie was there to stop Wolfwood from lighting Vash up. I agree with Wolfwood, though I'm sure that killing Vash would bring more problems.
WE get a pretty cool fight bet3ween two fortresses to start the fight. Both have some impressive shields but Knives's crew is able to infiltrate after burning a hole in the wall. This is where the real fight begins as Vash intercepts Bluesummers and Wolfwood takes on the juggernaut.
To keep things short, this is an absolute defeat for the main crew, two plants and Vash are stolen which leads to the revival of Knives. We now know the final plan, of how Knives will bring his plan forward using thousands of ships and wastes no time to begin.
8.7/10, I think we got cut our losses Vash
B: Good/Solid
7. The Holy Grail of Eris. Ep.7
SUMMARY
As we learn more about the mysteries behind those responsible for Scarlett's death, I like that we are getting to see more of our main duo's personalities.
Driving this episode forward was Aisha, a lower noble who has been obsessed with Scarlett since she learned of her. This obsession will push her to act on Scarlett's behalf, believing she was doing the right thing by poisoning Cecilia's water. Of course, this is what leads to Scarlett's death, but we have still have to search fort the culprits behind framing Scarlett herself.
I did enjoy the final parts of the confrontation. It's the first time we see Scarlett lose herself to her own emotions, however understandable it is here. Constance also shows more of herself, whether it be kindness or smarts, she prevents Aisha from killing herself without he help of Scarlett.
8/10, the mystery continues
C: It's ok/ Fine
These are shows I happen to pick up but struggle to finish. Still watchable, but not without a good break in between episodes.
D: Do Not Recommend
Shows I do not recommend you watch for various issues.
F: Bad
Anime with glaring issues that make them not only difficult to watch, but the watcher angry at times.