Koyuki Hikawa: “The Queen.” Her classmates avoid her and even fear her, not because she’s done anything terrible or fearsome, but because she looks scary; her face always gives off a “don’t come near me vibe.” And that’s on purpose. After struggling through the anxiety that being teased caused her in middle school—for her shyness,… Read More First Impression: The Ramparts of Ice
Another anime season is upon us, and that means it’s time once again for our first impressions series here at Beneath the Tangles. Over the next several weeks, our writers will be sampling a wide range of new and returning shows and sharing their early thoughts—what excites us, what surprises us, and what might be… Read More Spring 2026 Anime First Impressions
The easiest way to keep up with Beneath the Tangles is to sign up for our email newsletter, Above Anime, on Substack!
Each Friday, you’ll receive an original anime devotional along with links to all our reviews, analysis, videos, and other content for the week. It’s the easiest way to keep up with our ministry!