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Back again. Thank you so much for your patience with us we are so happy to be back doing what we love talking anime and breaking it down in the best way possible. This time around we tackle the Frozen Bond a prequel movie from Re:Zero. We discuss the tale of how Puck and Emilia met and do our best to keep it spoiler free. We spoiled a little bit but it’s better than we normally do. We know you’ll...

In this episode we discuss cartoons that would be so much more amazing if they were anime. We go over what style we’d enjoy them in and how their respective storylines may develop or change in the context of their new anime stylings. Be sure to comment on the cartoons you would love as an anime down below and continue the discussion. We will see you guys next time. Stay safe out there. Peace. Like...

Time for another Rewind we are back again with more Samurai Champloo. This time….It’s Episode 2! This episode is a lot of fun and begins to lay down a lot of the amazing groundwork that makes the series a classic. comment down below on your thoughts on the show thus far we can’t wait to hear from you until next time. Peace. Like, Comment, and Subscribe smarturl.it/GrayAreaAnime Follow Us On Social...

In this week’s episode PrimaDiva talks about her producing class’ crowdfunding campaign for a feature film called Stay With Me, focusing on a young woman suffering from borderline personality disorder. We discuss the importance of mental health advocacy, and different anime that deal with Otakus and the depression protagonists like Subaru in re:Zero and Keima in The World Only God Knows have to ov...

In this episode of Teach Me Senpai we bring back Charmae to discuss Oresuki Are You Really the Only One Who Likes Me? This was fun as its Rom Comedy to the max. We break down the first episode and a bit of how the series is laid out all while laughing uncontrollably about how humorous the entire series is. We know you’ll enjoy this one and we can’t wait to see you guys back again. Stay safe out he...

It’s time we go back… Way back like to 2005. Back when anime wasn’t streaming and you had to be at home at the right time to catch Toonami. Back to a little anime known as Samurai Champloo. With our new segment anime rewind Icarus and Prima Diva will be breaking down classic anime titles that stand at the top of the hierarchy of all time greats. We hope to see you watching along with us and know y...

Teach Me Senpai is back! This time with our other little sister Charmae! We introduce her to the wonderful word of shonen anime with none other than Fairy Tail. It’s really fun explaining the amazing world of battle anime the way they are set up and how Fairy Tail is one of the best out. We know you’ll enjoy this episode and we will see you back on Saturday for another one. Like, Comment, and Subs...

And so we’ve reached the finale of the director’s cut and all that’s left now is to dissect the series and look forward to season 2. We’ve enjoyed going back through Re:Zero and reliving or returning by watching lol. To say we’ve gained a deeper understanding of the series is an understatement and we hope that we’ve helped you gain some wisdom as well. We can’t wait to continue the journey with yo...

Thinking about watching some anime with your significant other? Want to romance that special lady or guy into an anime and chill situation??? Need something that will calm the raging beast of boredom during your quarantine?? We got you covered. We give our suggestions for some of the best animes to watch as a couple. For every level of relationship we have the show for you. Be sure to give us some...

Hey there people hope all is well with you and your social distancing hasn’t driven you crazy just yet. We have some more binge watching or I guess we should say listening material for you. Diving into Ep. 12 of the Re:Zero Director’s cut the star antagonist of the series thus far Betelguese Romanee-Conti (Des) is back once more to bring havoc on all that was good and decent in From Zero. We bring...

We back!!! Sorry for leaving you guys but, with all the craziness going on recording hasn’t been as easy as it once was. So to make up for it we are back with a vengeance and a double episode review of Re:Zero Director’s Cut Episode 10 and 11 which encompasses a full four episodes. Needless to say we do a lot of work with this one to get you guys all up to speed and back on track. I know you’ll en...

This is the Don’t F with my friends episode. We talk about all the characters that you should just leave the hell alone if you want your villainous scheme to succeed. Alas none of the people on this list have adversaries smart enough to follow sensible actions. Long story short we have a great time talking about these characters and know that you will too. Tell us all of the good ones we missed in...

It’s Moby Dick!!! Wait No? Just the introduction of the White Whale you say? Oh ok. Also what is Gray Area Anime?? This episode is where we get introduced to one of the main obstacles of Arc 3. the white whale and we take our time sorting through all of the plot devices introduced by this character. There’s a lot to see and we know by this point you’re probably wondering is there ever going to be...

Ep. 8 is a doozy of a breakdown. This is where the series starts to get really deep we advise you to do something super fun after watching this episode. We had a good time breaking it down and seeing how it all lines up with the light novel. It’s getting close to the end and we get closer to season 2 of the anime and the anticipation can’t be contained. We know you’ll enjoy it and can’t wait to se...

We missed you guys last week and so because of that we are back with a vengeance. Breaking down Ep. 7 of the director’s cut Return to the Capital/Self-Proclaimed Knight Natsuki Subaru. CRINGE alert all throughout but, nonetheless we enjoyed this episode and know you’ll love following along with us on our journey. Like, Comment, and Subscribe smarturl.it/GrayAreaAnime Follow Us On Social Media: Ins...

This week is the first Gray Area Anime OVA. We bring in our friend Ian Gonzalez and have an amazing conversation about so many topics we couldn’t contain it in our usual 30 mins. We dive into so many topics and just open up about our love for all things anime and manga. You will definitely enjoy this one. See you guys next week Like, Comment, and Subscribe smarturl.it/GrayAreaAnime Follow Us On So...

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One week off and we’re back with an EX/OVA breakdown of the first new episode delivered to us thus far. There’s so much to get to and so many SPOILERS that there was no way to be spoiler free. We do so much analyzing and speculation that the anticipation for season 2 is through the roof. This one was exciting and you’re for sure gonna love it. Until next week, Peace! Like, Comment, and Subscribe s...

Teach Me Senpai! is back with another episode and we brought back @Biblestudygirl again to this time watch Love Is War. She’s more into the groove now and didn’t watch this one in dubbed so it’s even more exciting to see what she thought as a noob to anime. Icarus answers all of her questions and it’s an all around good time. See you guys in the next episode and be sure to check out the Bible Stud...

Today we break down fan service and whether it detracts from the overall enjoyment of anime. Icarus and Prima Diva give the definition of what it is and how it’s used to enhance the plot or if it serves no purpose whatsoever. There are so many parallels that can be drawn from fan service culturally and just in general to American standards of television. We know you’ll enjoy this episode and we wi...

Teach Me Senpai!!! In this series we take newcomers to the culture have them watch an episode of anime and then see what their experience was after. I then help them understand what they just watched. Our first guest is @biblestudygirl aka my sister and head blogger over at www.biblestudygirl.com . I have her watch Carole and Tuesday and the hilarity ensues I know you will enjoy this episode. Like...

Return by director’s cut is back with another breakdown by Icarus Gray and Prima Diva. This one was exceptionally heartfelt and just a joy to watch again. Icarus and Prima give more insight on the inner workings of the light novel and how its well emphasized by the anime at this point. We know you will enjoy this episode and will see you guys next week. Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: @Icaru...

Back again with another Re:Zero Starting Life In Another World Director’s Cut breakdown. This one really touches the feels so to speak and we are a lot more coherent in explaining how we felt and what to expect from this one. It’s a lot of fun and we know you will enjoy the episode 100% be sure to come back next week when we do it all over again with Episode 6. Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram...

This episode is about some of the most impactful characters Icarus has watched throughout his life. If you enjoy character depth and just the excitement that can come from seeing your favorite character and finding those relatable traits that you genuinely connect with then this is one for you. We know you will enjoy it and we will see you next week. Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: @Icarus_G...

Icarus and Prima Diva have returned by Director’s Cut for another episode breakdown of Re:Zero. We get deep into this one as it is one of our favorite episodes of the series. It gets really intense and we hope that you all enjoy our review. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss out on all of our deep anime conversations. Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: @Icarus_Gray @Primadivared Twitter:...