Anime Winter 2024 Weekly Ranking January 24th to January 30th
These rankings are as of the episodes premiering January 24th to January 30th
S: Must Watch
Episodes I believe you must watch or are missing out on.
1. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2. Ep. 3
The baby and Mei part one is here! Seeing the girls as baby was great, all of them keeping their quirks is great but Hahari will have to wait some more to have the action herself. A slight spoiler, I really love Shizuka she’s just adorable. Any episode focused on her is gold by the way, that is all I will say. Mei is here! Or has been here. They did an excellent job on her eyes and the scenes we get of her show off her quirks well. We see her ask Rantarou the question but he seems hesitant. Why is that? Will Mei join the family? We will get more dog ear Mei? Will Hahari ever get see everyone as babies? Will Mei be added to the OP and ED? Will I pass my classes? Find out next time, on Dragon, Ball, Z!
1. Orb: On the Movements of the Earth. Ep. 18
Yes! I knew it was Jolenta! And she’s all grown up, though I wonder if she ever reunited with Nowak, I doubt it and that is heartbreaking in itself. This also almost guarantees that the book belonged to Oczy. Draka has forced herself into this destiny as well, she has no idea what she has done but will now play a big role in spreading a belief that is demonized. I liked the conversation between Draka and Schmitt as well, their beliefs don’t align but neither hate each other which is great considering how their beliefs already differ from the church they are also willing to understand those that differ from their own. Very much looking forward to next week, Jolenta and her group with a new member will very much change the world with the new technology coming.
A: Very Good
Good episodes, anime I would recommend to someone looking for something to watch.
3. Sakamoto Days. Ep. 4
I love hard boiled characters, they are a lot of fun and I always think of Mister Pink from one piece as the pinnacle of the archetype. Boiled himself is also pretty cool and is giving Sakamoto a good fight but is now in great danger as it seems Sakamoto has gone super saiyan to deal with him. The real trouble is elsewhere as Shin and Lu are in trouble as Sakamoto is away. I hope they pull through, wouldn’t want to see want Sakamoto would do should his family be hurt.
5. Ishura. Ep. 4
The particle storm arrives! Seems even the strongest understand just how dangerous the particle storm so I doubt it will be an easy fight, if they can even be defeated that is. The fight we have in this episode is also great, but I really don’t see Toroa beating Mestelexil who is one of the more broken characters given near immortality with his abilities. Still, notable names in Ishura are as such for a reason and I look forward to the continuation of the fights next episode.
7. Dragon Ball Daima. Ep. 15
Yea, this episode was that stuff. Faced against overwhelming numbers, our main crew finds themselves pinned down and with little hope to win, Until! King Kadan and his crew arrive to save the day. Not only that, they even get a second cooler entrance because one just isn’t enough. It’s a lot of fun to watch episodes like this even if many others seem to despise I like it for just being fun. Fights are sure to come, for now enjoying the stellar animation and fun moments is just as great.
9. Rurouni Kenshin. Ep. 16 (40)
Very much like Kenshin to deny becoming the next master given his current path in life and just overall character. Very glad that Seijuuro lived but I do hope we see more of him as I just love how cool he is, the cloak itself is +10 aura points. With the ten, or nine, blades gathered, I’m sure the fights are soon to come. For now, however, we are outnumbered and I wonder if we will receive more allies or if it will be necessary for our main cast to take on more than one.
4.
Solo Leveling. Ep. 4
Man, Cha is super pretty and clearly strong though we have seen a glimpse of her before. Jin-Woo getting a reevaluation is also interesting but it also means the world of hunters will have their eyes on him as the news of a new S rank hunter being found. For now, Jin-Woo’s goal is to get stronger but he’ll have to do it after explaining himself to Cha.
6. Apothecary Diaries. Ep. 3
I have a cute little Mao Mao keychain, just wanted to say that. I liked this episode and the plot around the concubine and the truth behind her death. I will say, Mao Mao’s knowledge did lead to her uncovering the plot, though I hope we don’t fall into the pit of her solving everything this season. While that does bother me at times, I still enjoy her as a character and her voice actress is fantastic.
8. Shangri La Frontier. Ep. 16
A nice episode deviating from Sunraku. Seeing the competitive spirit of Kei is nice but it is Towa’s mischievous nature that stole the episode. They’re cunning is the reason they were successful as a PK main for so long, and that translates well into getting what they want even later. Wonder if they will play a role in the upcoming fight against the sea beast and how they will manage to pull out a victory.
10. My Happy Marriage. Ep. 4
Usui’s ability is on Aizen level of broken and we know how difficult it was to beat him because of it, though it does his will have more limitations. As for Miyo, she’s now staying under protection for good reason. With her abilities awakening, I’m sure more will come after her in hopes of it using for themselves as it could be even more powerful that the ability to manipulate the senses. I also like Kaoruko, even in the time where woman are looked down upon she does her best to stand proud and show that she is skilled. Although, it seems there is something we don’t know about her and will have to wait to find out.
B: Good/Solid
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.
Beheneko: The Elf-Girl's Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! Ep. 5
9/10 top tier degerneracy. Also the three girls just declaring themselves Tama’s wives sure is something. Does seem that Stella has some more learning to do about her own new body and how to fight, though I wonder if she will ever become a problem for Aria as she won’t stop fighting for Tama any time soon. Who is best girl? Vulcan of course.
D: Do Not Recommend
Shows I do not recommend you not watch for various issues.
F: Bad
Anime with glaring issues that make them not only difficult to watch, but the watcher angry at times.
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More to come soon!
