A solo artist in the heavy makeup and luxurious costuming of Peking opera steps into the frame and begins her performance in the bowels of a dimly lit warehouse. All of Taipei is watching the livestream when suddenly, the uncanny becomes horrific as the performer pulls out a gun and executes a man tied to… Read More Manhua Review: Yan, Vol. 1
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)
As we float in the sky, a robot resembling a metallic magical girl gives us (first-person perspective!) a warm welcome to #COMPASS. We fly among clouds, blue pyramids, a floating white tower, a great cube, gardens, stone alleys, and green labyrinths: #COMPASS seems to be a virtual reality where heroes from different worlds can hang… Read More First Impression: #COMPASS2.0 ANIMATION PROJECT
The world of My Hero Academia is one of schools that provide licenses and allow individuals with extraordinary powers to become public servants who partake in superhero operations. But there is also another kind of superpowered fighter: people who develop their powers and fight criminals under the radar, without authorization or public recognition. Are they… Read More First Impression: My Hero Academia: Vigilantes
Little Suzune was born with a bright red demon eye that she keeps covered with a rag. This eye is a harbinger of doom that brings abuse upon her, and her older brother Jinta is too young and weak to be her protector. He hears the hits and the begging. He hears her call his… Read More First Impression: Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō
In a world where almost all humans have been wiped out by robotic invaders, a small group of girls have managed to survive. They live day by day and don’t seem to be very intimidated by these dangerous creatures. One contributing factor to their lack of concern is that each of them possesses incredible power.… Read More First Impression: Momentary Lily
Noel’s grandfather is a legendary seeker, known for slaying numerous beasts that came from the abyss. After his grandfather dies in battle, Noel wants to follow in his footsteps. There is one problem though, his role is to be a Talker, which means his combat skills are worthless. The only way he could become a… Read More First Impression: The Most Notorious “Talker” Runs the World’s Greatest Clan
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