REVIEWS

The Apothecary Diaries Episode 13 sees Maomao return to the Palace, this smoothly shifting the setting to the Outer Palace.

A Sign of Affection Episode 1 introduces us to Yuki and Itsumoi after their chance encounter leads to the possibility of something more.

Solo Leveling Episodes 1-2 do a wonderful job of introducing the series through epic action and well-timed explanations.

At its core, Noryang: Deadly Sea embodies a war epic in absolutely every sense of the genre as we see Yi Sun-sin’s story come to a close.

Miss Shampoo adds its own take to the gangster/civilian romance trope, but thankfully never gets too serious. Instead, it embraces the silly

A period piece, a mystery, a horror story, and a sci-fi tale, Gyeongseong Creature is a fantastic end to 2023.

Sasaki and Peeps Episode 1 crafts a delightful blend of corporate life and magic, offering a promising start to a captivating Japanese light novel series.

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 17 sees Sein make his choice and Stark and Freiren care for Fern as she struggles with a cold.

The magic of the series carries The Demon Prince of Momochi House Episode 1 across the finish line, setting the stage for anime in 2024.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Episode 9 isn’t necessarily a homerun of a penultimate episode, but it’s a stellar way to wrap Shaw’s arc.