Anime Winter 2024 Weekly Ranking February 14th to February 20th
These rankings are as of the episodes premiering February 14th to February 20th
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. 6
Are we allowed to do that, like legally? Always love when anime show love to others understanding the influence and love they have in general. Messing with Shizuka is simply a grave mistake, she’s much to sweet and her family much to crazy to get away with. Also her OST is so fitting but that can be said for everyone at this point so good job to the creators. Overall, really loved this episode and Iku shines. Her struggle with a past issue and how Rentaro helps her overcome was great, that guy will defeat Thanos for his girls if he must. And that ending, man, Biburry animation has done a fantastic job with this adaptation so far and I appreciate the effort they have put in as it leaves us with an incredible and fun anime to watch. New girl next episode, let’s keep them coming!
3. Dragon Ball Daima. Ep. 18
This is crazy timeline we’re living in. Not only do we see SS3 Vegeta, but we have just witnessed Super Sayian freaking 4… I really don’t care what anyone says at this point, Daima has been a treat and absolute joy to watch. There are only a few episodes left, but something tells me the treats are not done yet, and boy am I excited to see them.
1. Orb: On the Movements of the Earth. Ep. 21
Just when I think this anime can’t get better, they manage to surprise me. Frei’s betrayal was a surprise, and now we’re left on the brink of collapse with those betrayed looking at a helpless situation until Draka makes a suggestion. Schmitt making the decision at the end as captain was great. Throughout this anime, no matter how slim the chances, Heliocentrism has always survived; I wonder if Schmitt took this into consideration as he must understand how difficult and near impossible their goal is yet has still managed to survive. Next episode will be a battle, I wonder if anyone other than Draka will survive but man do I like this anime and it’s saddening to know the end is near.
4. Re:Zero. Ep. 11
Nice episode though I didn’t expect such a focus on a bard, but they are always my favorite class in RPG’s so I’ll take it. The fight between Priscilla and wrath was good as well. The ability to have jewelry take damage for you saved Priscilla many times but I wonder if there is a limit to that power other than just the items she has on her. As for wrath, well she’s just as unhinged as I wanted her to be and that made me really like her character. Nothing crazier than someone who truly believes their own words despite them being insane, in wrath was just that. Now, I wonder if this will be the end of wrath, I could see her coming back for more, and even more unhinged as well.
A: Very Good
Good episodes, anime I would recommend to someone looking for something to watch.
5. Ishura. Ep. 7
Oh yea, more characters for the games. I really like Locnoca’s design though we didn’t get to see much of her abilities so we will have to wait to see her true strength. From what we know, I’m not sure how she will fare against others who are more diverse in their skills unless she just has overwhelming strength. As for Psianop, man is that a cool name or what? Pretty cool origin as well, I wonder what other arts he has mastered but the circulate one seems overpowered if it allows the body to continue even after great damage. Both are interesting additions and I hope we get to see the games in this season even if just for an episode or two.
7.
Solo Leveling. Ep. 8
The reveal of another S rank takes the shine away from another, though my favorite part of this episode was seeing JooHee again. I’m not going to discuss the incredibly toxic battle on who Jinwoo should be with, but it was nice to see her. Another highlight was someone at last considering that Jinwoo is getting stronger. I wonder if this information will be revealed later on to more people, but over time I’m sure they will catch on. I hear the next few episodes will be some cool fights, and seeing how the last few went I believe we’re in for a treat.
9. Shangri La Frontier. Ep. 19
Hmm, we’re in an interesting predicament now. The power of inversion will come into play during the final fight for sure, but for now it has left us stranded in an inverted city after a surprise appearance from the final boss themself. This seems to be going along the lines of the tombkeeper in which there are prerequisites and even specific quest or actions that must be done in order to beat them. I enjoy the storylines alongside the collosi and wonder what Lycagon will gave for theirs.
11. Rurouni Kenshin. Ep. 43
Yes! Love the Sano highlight here, guy has gotten a much needed buff and has shown it off and even got acknowledgement from the enemy. That was just great to watch. I wonder if the fires will start at all at this point, though the ten blades will be more than enough to cause a distraction. First phase of the fight will continue next episode, but Aoshi arriving only added another difficulty to overcome.
6. Sakamoto Days. Ep. 7
Ohhh, a classic saying something you didn’t mean. Unlike many other failed attempts, our duo here realizes their own mistakes and seeks to talk it out instead of wasting half a season on it, so thank you for that. Before they can make up, Shin and Sakamoto must save Lu who is taken by those who gave Shin his abilities. I thought those at the head of this would be the most trouble they have, but who we see at the end has me worried for what may happen as they have skills similar to Sakamoto. Very much look forward to seeing how they participate next episode.
8. Apothecary Diaries. Ep. 6
This episode made me feel sad for Lihua, to think many of her problems stem from another’s envy and jealousy. Her entire team has been chosen by Shin and that has left with many incompetent members that have put her in danger before and possibly in the future as well. By the end however, Lihua shows that she has grown since the loss of her child and won’t allow herself to fall into despair easily. Hopefully she will have a healthy childbirth and change members of her team. Also, I know the quake doctor is just that, but he has a good heart and that is good enough.
10. My Happy Marriage. Ep. 7
I know what you are!!!! If you got that reference then you get +10 Otaku points. The threat is ever present in this episode, especially now that the audience is left to wonder if we have a traitor within arms reach. Arata has good intentions, but I believe it will be just that which leads him to make mistakes as he shoulders too much alone. Miyo’s dreams are also interesting, making eye contact as they did was a great scene and it would be cool to see her interact even more. The ability may come in handy, though I hope they figure out Naoshi’s weakness in time. Wait… can it be?? Yes! Best girl Hazuki is here!
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. 8
New house I sleep, bigger bath I’m fully awake. And I’ve been rewarded for it too, but what really matters here is the third form that I thought we would see in this episode but we will have to wait it seems. Will it just be an increase in size? Will he get more magic? Is this anime going to be banned from many nations due to bestiality? Find out next time on Dragon! Ball! Z!
The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World. Ep. 7
Primula is back and… she immidaitely gets down. So, I believe the true power Kenichi was gifted is unlimited rizz because man is it easy for him to get down. Don’t blame the guy either, but I wonder if we will get the much needed, much beloved, harem route. On another note, turns out little Anemone may have talent with magic. Oh, forget the Harem route, that’s right! This was never just an Isekai, but a hero saves the world from the demon king Isekai! Masterful work, I never saw it coming!
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!
