Reirin is the highly esteemed “butterfly” of the inner court, loved by all who know her. Keigetsu, on the other hand, is detested by everyone and given the unsavory nickname of “court sewer right.” When talk spreads that there will be a special comet appearing, Reirin hopes everyone’s wishes come true on that special night.… Read More First Impression: Though I Am an Inept Villainess
The third season of tomfoolery kicks off with the Rentaro Family being the subject of a candid interview TV show where they’re each asked what recent event makes them feel that their boyfriend cherishes them. Of course, this being the Rentaro Family, where they all share one dude, they all go into explanations about what… Read More First Impression: The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You Season 3
Content warning: slavery; suicide. In 1213 AD, in the city of Tus, a young girl named Sitara is sold as a slave. The family that buys her is kind, even teaching her how to read the Quran and to practice Islam. At first distraught over losing her mother, Sitara eventually comes to accept her circumstances… Read More First Impression: Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia
Kagami Koji lives a simple life: He beats up monsters and collects the rewards. Apparently he’s trying to save up 5,000 gold for something, but he’s got a long way to go. In the interim, his town is visited by the Hero, who is trying to build a harem party in order to defeat the… Read More First Impression: The Villager of Level 999
The year is 2029, and the world is in the throes of cyberization as humanity upgrades itself with physical and mental enhancements. Tech corporations have extended their reach to the stars, yet the distinctions of nations and ethnic groups have not yet been left behind. And in the metropolis of Niigata, there is a high-risk… Read More First Impression: The Ghost in The Shell (2026)
In a world where social media is the determining factor for success in the world, OMGkawaiiAngel—also known as KAngel—is the ultimate “Internet Angel.” Her charming pastel presence and addictive music have gained her ten million followers. Her streams are like an injection of hope for her followers who live in a depressing existence of work… Read More First Impression: Needy Girl Overdose
The Kingdom of Science is gearing up for its biggest journey yet. After having gone through a seven-year petrification hiatus, our ragtag group of scientists is back in action, ready to resume their mission to confront the mysterious source of the petrification beam, “Why-Man” up on the Moon. However, to pull this off, former enemies… Read More First Impression: Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE: Part 3
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