Arisu Yamabuki is a high school boy with a strong personality. A lesser man might’ve resorted to an inner monologue to introduce himself to the viewer, but not Arisu. The first chance he gets, he invites himself to the front of the class to explain exactly who his classmates are dealing with. He comes from… Read More First Impression: Tune in to the Midnight Heart
Demon King Ahriman is a feared and ruthless ruler, hellbent on subjugating the entire world and then everyone in other worlds, too. He has the power to back up his ambition, which means nobody is safe. However, recently, there was a sudden stop to his conquering. He has an urgent problem at home to solve:… Read More First Impression: The Demon King’s Daughter is Too Kind!!
Sam Young is a humble office worker in her father’s company. She fulfills her duties diligently, but her true passion lies elsewhere. In her private time, she enjoys playing RPGs with friends, but she’s also developing her own game. Despite not working at her ideal job, she seems to be satisfied with the way things… Read More First Impression: Let’s Play
The year is 2038, and AI has become increasingly integrated into society. Many activists and religious leaders are strongly against this development, but high school student Akira Himegami doesn’t share their concerns. This is because the girl he has a crush on is prominent AI researcher Towasa Oumagi. She’s not just any girl to him,… Read More First Impression: Dusk Beyond the End of the World
Taro Sakomoto can’t catch a break. Every time he defeats another overly ambitious assassin, two more are ready to challenge him next. Right now, the main threat is a group of four escaped death row prisoners. They’ve been given a list with targets, who include Sakamoto and friends. He’s not happy about this list, especially… Read More First Impression: Sakamoto Days (Part 2)
Yuu Ayase is the son of a legendary actress, so it makes sense he goes to Saika Academy, a school attended by highly talented students. Unfortunately for our dear protagonist, there doesn’t seem to be a single thing he excels at, not even acting. His painfully apparent ineptitude earns the disdain of the school’s most… Read More First Impression: Dealing with Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze
Takopi is an alien from Planet Happy with one simple, yet admirable goal: Spread happiness to Earth-dwellers! The first person he gets to talk to and befriend is Shizuka Kuze, a kind young girl. Each chance he gets, he introduces a Happy Gadget, intended to bring joy by the power of Happian technology. To his… Read More First Impression: Takopi’s Original Sin
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