The A.C. Stories

To continue celebrating the recent launch of my Alcohol & Alcohol podcast and the biggest drinking day of the year for me (my birthday), here are my favorite characters I really want to drink with! Music: Aa Rift by The A.C.

Junji Ito's Lovesickness is finally here with ten collected stories that are sure to leave your mind foggy. I attempt to clear that fog and hope for good fortune in this Otaku News Reviews.

I made a pretty quick decision that I do not like haul videos without ever making one myself. So, I decided to take a shot at making a manga haul video to start putting together a final verdict. I highly encourage feedback and reasons you like haul video in general.  Watch the video version on my YouTube: https://youtu.be/4dZBPGP-Zhk Music: Kind of Like Chill Award Music by The A.C.

I decided to share which anime I thought were the best from this past spring 2021 season. Did your favorites make my list? Check this out and then let me know! Music: Ishy (Instrumental) by The A.C.

With the recent release of the second volume, I thought it was about time to talk about the first volume of Joshua Piedra's newest series, From Ashe! Find more of Joshua's books here: https://joshuajpiedra.com/ Music: Ishy (Instrumental)

In this Otaku News Reviews, I excited ramble on about the first volume of the OELN Restart Again by Adam Ladner. It was a delightful new take on isekai (right when I needed) where the protagonist is reincarnated for the third time. Find Adam's books here: https://adamladner.com/  Music: Ishy (Instrumental) by The A.C.

This Otaku News Reviews covers the four episodes of Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan. It makes for a surprisingly great horror anime that even people not familiar with Jojo's Bizarre Adventure could really get into. Music: Somberish Music on Ukulele by The A.C.

On this Otaku News Reviews I cover the OELN full of harem delight, Death By Ex-Girlfriend: Aika Crisis by Tonbogiri. It claims to be a "harem finally done right," which is a bold claim. There is plenty of harem, though, plus a good balance of serious story. Find Tonbogiri's books here: www.tonbogiribooks.com Music: Ishy (Instrumental) by The A.C.

The new Demon Slayer movie finally came to the U.S., which means I finally got to watch it and make an Otaku News Reviews for it. I have a spoiler-free review for everyone, but I also have a potentially spoilery hot take near the end. So, was it worth the hype? Spoilers start at - 7:39 ​  Music: Somberish Music on Ukulele by The A.C.

Otaku News Weekly Recap: April 26, 2021 - May 2, 2021 This Otaku News Weekly Recap reveals some companies have plans to put on YouTube while other companies have kind of random yet interesting plans in store as well. News - 0:17 Birthdays - 5:04 New Releases - 6:19 Check out the written version and all the sources on my website here: https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/new-anime-and...

This Otaku News Reviews is all about the first volume of Naoki Urasawa's latest manga series, Asadora! With no description on the back and weird cover flaps, this volume is a mystery that puts a lot of trust in Urasawa's name being on it. What is it about? Watch to find out! Music: Ishy (Instrumental) by The A.C.

Otaku News Weekly Recap: April 19, 2021-April 25, 2021 There is a lot of creative projects covered in this Otaku News Weekly Recap, including museums, manhole covers, and more. Plenty of cool things are happening in the otaku world! News - 0:12 Birthdays - 3:13 New Releases - 4:45 Find the written version and sources on my website here: https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/new-creati...

I review the first volume of A Tapestry Ablaze by Timid in this Otaku News Reviews. I thoroughly enjoyed this magical American south, as well as the journey and growth of the main protagonist Ren Dove on the road to a monster slayer's college. Find Timid's website here: https://timidthewriter.com/ ​ Music: Just the Same Three Chords as Last Time on Ukulele but Played Differently by The A.C.

For this Otaku News Reviews, I review the anime High-Rise Invasion. I looked forward to see what would come of people trapped on rooftops being murdered but lost interest when it quickly revealed it was all to find god candidates. Music: Somberish Music on Ukulele by The A.C.

Otaku News Weekly Recap: April 5, 2021 - April 11, 2021   On Otaku News Weekly Recap this week, there are plenty of new anime premieres with the start of the spring season, as well as announcements for more anime, plus the start of another publishing contest for any light novelist out there. News - 0:13 Birthdays - 2:13 Anime Premieres - 3:30 New Releases - 4:20 Find the sources and links on...

For this Otaku News Reviews, I talk about the OELN Omega: Destiny Awaken before it is delisted from Vic's Lab on April 21. It is a seemingly typical supernatural school story with a pretty cool and unique supernatural power system, which is already enough to make this book worth checking out. Check out the book here: https://www.vicslab.com/product/omegavol1/ Music: Just the Same Three Chords as L...

It is April Fools' Day on this Otaku News Opinions, so be warned that it felt inappropriate to do this any other way. I wondered if this day was ever in anime/manga/light novels as well as which character is the best prankster. Anyways...uh...here you go... Also, trust me and start at 1:48 Music: Three Chords on Ukulele by The A.C.

Otaku News Weekly Recap: March 22, 2021 - March 28, 2021 In full honesty, this is a short Otaku News Weekly Recap, because I got distracted by Monster Hunter Rise. However, I still have a few pieces of news that caught my interest this week. Plus, there is still the usual birthdays and new releases spotlight!  News - 1:19 New Releases - 4:57 Birthdays - 7:03  Find the written version and...

The short-lived series Samurai 8: The Tale of Hachimaru is over with this fifth volume. Regardless of the abrupt ending, I am actually okay with how it ended, but I of course still wanted more. It felt like it was just starting; oh well. Find my written version and sources on my website here: https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/samurai-8-the-tale-of-hachimaru-otaku-news-reviews Musi...

Otaku News Weekly Recap: March 15, 2021 - March 21, 2021 Another Otaku News Weekly Recap is finally here with news on horror manga getting anime, anime films missing out on awards, and other updates. Plus, giving a little spotlight to the OELNs I missed in the past weeks. Find the written version, sources, and links on my website here:  https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/new-h...

As Saint Patrick's Day approached, I tried to think of any time in anime, manga, or light novels where the holiday was celebrated. After an unfruitful search, I realized my answer.  Find my written version and sources on my website here: https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/where-is-saint-patrick-s-day-in-anime-otaku-news-opinions Music: Pretty Much Just Random Notes on an Ocari...

For this Otaku News Reviews, I cover two Original English Light Novels by Joshua Piedra. As depressing as these prequels are, A.R. Dragonfly Origins: Episode Amber and Episode Kaito both give the great background stories on these characters that I craved. Check out all of Joshua's books here: https://joshuajpiedra.com/ Music: Somberish Music on Ukulele by The A.C.

For this Otaku News Reviews, I have the latest English manga release by Junji Ito, Remina. Not only do I give a nice spoiler free review, I also include a bit of history for the manga. Find the written version and sources on my website here: https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/remina-by-junji-ito-otaku-news-reviews Music: Somberish Music on Ukulele by The A.C.

Otaku News Weekly Recap: January 11, 2021 - January 17, 2021 The reigning anime film champ was finally dethroned, and there are more celebrations for the anime premiering this winter season. Plenty of news in this Otaku News Weekly Recap! Find the written version and sources on my website here:  https://theacstories.wixsite.com/theacstories/post/new-anime-films-thrive-and-derail-the-train-jan...

2021 is starting off with a strong show of stupidity. Although copyright strikes from anime companies are nothing new, apparently companies like Shueisha and Kadokawa want to remind everyone they can still flex. Update!  - Shueisha told Anime News Network they had no involvement with the copyright strikes, and it was a third party. Find the written version and links to all my sources here:&nb...