Michael's First Impression: Fall 2014 (Part 3)
Wolf Girl and Black Prince: my first shoujo of the season. And it is hilarious! The lead is a habitual liar, and it makes for wonderfully comedic situations. Plus, the comic timing is spot on. There are so many laughs coming at you, but it never feels overwhelming. The dynamic between our female protagonist and the “prince” in question is wonderful. The reactions she has to his character are nothing short of comic gold. There are some moments bordering on romance, and they are quite nice. But the heart of the show is definitely the comedy. Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
The Fruit of Grisaia: our brooding protagonist heads the cast of this seasons first glaring harem anime. Full of tropes, this anime offers nothing new when it comes to archetypal characters. And the majority of the character interactions are awkward and stilted. That doesn’t make it wholly unenjoyable, but there’s little realism or entertaining flow. From the beginning the show hints at plot much deeper than the shallow surface to which we’re introduced. And the ending, while a bit hasty in delivery, provides the viewer with ample curiosity to catch the next episode. Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
Gugure! Kokkuri-san: awkwardly cute little fantasy show about an unexpectedly affectionate fox spirit who takes it upon himself to care for a little girl who summoned him through Kokkuri-san, a Japanese version of a ouija board. The shows gets most of its entertainment from the contrast between the fox spirit’s emotional expressiveness and the little girls expressionless doll-like face. The first time in my life I’ve thought something doll-like cute. It’s a bit cliché and predictable at times, but that shouldn’t keep anyone from enjoying it with these fun characters. Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
JOKER: step aside magic girls! We have a Magician Boy...who is also a miraculous phantom thief. (^w^) While certainly meant for a younger audience, it’s a great deal of fun for an older crowd. The lead is grandiose and unwavering in his confidence to be the most fantastic thief ever. It’s enjoyable to watch him taunt the police and intended targets of theft. Just when you think he’s cornered...BOOM!! Miracle! Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
Orenchi no Furo Jijo: a cute short form anime that thrives on the immature nature of our beloved merman as he seeks to solidify his stay with a less than enthusiastic host. The facial expressions of our aquatic friend are wonderfully humorous and expertly amplify the comedic impact of any given moment. There’s not much to say about story with such a short time to work with. So, you can consider it a short watch for a few laughs. Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
When Supernatural Battles Became Commonplace: an incorrigible chuunibyou takes it upon himself to bring enthusiasm to his group, but one day it’s discovered he’s not so delusional as they would like him to be. Despite the potential of the show’s supranatural premise, it’s the character interactions that drive the show and provide the entertainment. The cast is comprised of standard anime club fare, but they come off as being their own character. The mystery underlying the gain of their unusual talents and the likeable characters will surely bring back viewers for future episodes to come. Verdict: GIVE IT A SHOT
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