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Heaven Official's Blessing//TGCF: Novel, Manhua, & Audio Drama Review - PART SIXTEEN!

**Headphone Warning**  

It may seem like there wouldn't be a lot to talk about with only two chapters of TGCF...but...**nervous laugh** MXTX has other plans and we not only are flashing back, but BACK TO THE BEGINNING, baby! And there is already a LOT to discuss!  

My jaw is on the floor with how different our cinnamon bean is from the start of this story to now, already, but I am SO excited get into his past...and maybe Hua Cheng's...and that of his comrades as well! Oh...

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Mob Psycho 100 Season 2: Episode 1 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**ELECTORAL HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

We hit the ground running with not only Reigen and Mob collaborative antics, Dimple's monologuing "advice," but mainly a Mob-centered episode where he is scouted to be leader of a cult, runs for class president, AND gets a GIRLFRIEND! What is this season already?!   

This episode was tugging at my heartstrings and tickling my funny bone with how great it was -- what a way to kick off the season!   

LINK TO R...

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The 2023 Yaoi Super Bowl Poll Nominations!

As per request by Patron @Kirie, we are doing an Inaugural Super Bowl of Yaoi (mlm) pairings from Anime and Manga! 

Here's the form to fill out: https://forms.gle/gcPY2xiseFeWvuct7

This is NOT the Husbando Poll -- I'll be posting THAT in about a week!

The Rules:

* Must be from an Anime or Manga (doesn't have to be a series I've se...

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Death Note: Episode 31 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**DEVOUT HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

Just when you think that you can't get any more bonkers and this series can't take a turn I don't expect, Death Note DELIVERS!  

Near not only finds an escape route, but seems to have the Task Force in doubts about Kira, and Light SEEMS at the end of his rope, potentially...doesn't THIS feel familiar? Except now, forget Misa -- we have a new Bishounen Prosecuter that's going to be Kira's right hand man -- and he has L hair to boot! Teru Mi...

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Mob Psycho 100: Season One "Mini" Series FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**HEADPHONE WARNING**  

This series of cute "mini" pixelated Mob shorts was really cute and offered a little elaboration between episodes and Maaaayyybeee some foreshadowing into the future?   

As always, it was heartwarming, hilarious, and fit the MP100 feel!
NOW...BRING ON SEASON 2!   

LINK TO REACTION: https://streamable.com/f5b2ms

Thank you for watchi...

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MONSTER: Episode 3 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**TIME-SKIP RELATED HEADPHONE WARNING**

There is SO much that is happening in this episode: The aftermath of Dr. Tenma's "downfall," The deaths of three doctors, the introduction of a detective, AND a 9 YEAR TIME SKIP -- 

-- and that's not even the creepiest or craziest part of the episode! There appears to be a "monster" coming...time to roll credits and buckle our seat belts? 

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Neon Genesis Evangelion: Thrice Upon a Time FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**HEADPHONE WARNINGS ABOUND**

So, this ended up two seconds shorter than my End of Evangelion review. Hm. 

This is by FAR my favorite of the Rebuild movies! Is it perfect? No, but it of all the Rebuilds, this has felt the MOST like the original series. Long, silent wide shots; character arcs and development; trippy imagery; strong thematic elements -- and it just has that "touch" of Anno that made me really enjoy it! 

These movies, despite any deb...

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Chainsaw Man: Episode 5 EARLY ACCESS Reaction!

**SIMPING HEADPHONE WARNING**  

Ohhhh, Makima -- she is GOOD at what she does, and that's not just tracking down devils, but "training" the "dogs" she finds to hunt them. And just as Denji is starting to question whether the goals he's set are truly going to satisfy or disappoint him, she swoops in to reel him back to the cause...of being under her thumb. Oof, she is TERRIFYING. And I can't wait to learn more about her!   

But FIRST, we have to go after the Gun Devi...

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Kuroko's Basketball: Episodes 10-12 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**DESPAIR-FILLED HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

So...how is it the episodes are getting THIS TENSE already? Kuroko proves he can handle Tsugawa, but Midorima equally showcases that he's no slouch, and Takao? Takao may actually be the most TERRIFYING of all so far...at least our boys are doing their best to keep up, right?!

These episodes were super stressful, especially with Kagami getting a little full of himself on the court! But Kuroko has a way to solve the problem, and sometimes it inv...

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Tsurune: Episode 4 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**SERVANTLY HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

Masa-san proves to not only have the best fit of the series so far, but is a very intriguing coach for our crew! As Kaito and Minato react to having him as a coach, we get more into Kaito's relationship with Nanao, Seiya's failed attempts to communicate with Minato off the range, and see just how disconnected our boys are at the moment!

Can the secret training camp of Masa-san bring the power of the Nakama to them? Is Ren actually Masa's brother? I...

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Spy x Family: Episode 17 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**HILARIOUS HEADPHONE WARNINGS** 

This was the funniest episode of the second cour so far and I am in LOVE with the dynamic between Damian and Anya! Though, Anya has the antics and expressions that if this series were her villain origin story, I'd buy it!   

We not only get a hilarious, heartwarming story between the two of them, but we also have Becky swooning for Loid (HA), Sylvia being a BOSS, and Yuri proving why he is indestructible -- I loved it!   <...

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My Hero Academia Season 6: Episode 6 EARLY ACCESS Reaction!

**HEROIC HEADPHONE WARNINGS!**  

Shigaraki has "awakened" and is on a rampage to find One for All, it seems -- the cat's about to come out of the bag, as Endeavor tries to wrap his mind around OFA while battling Shigaraki and Deku and Bakugo make their way towards Shigaraki -- but not without some heroic reinforcements!  

Meanwhile, Gigantamachia is awake and the battle versus the Liberation Front is in full swing! The animation, music, and atmosphere of this episode was...

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Heaven Official's Blessing//TGCF: Novel, Manhua, & Audio Drama Review - PART FIFTEEN!

LINK TO 2nd ANNIVERSARY TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JU1SOn6dMwk  

Ohohoho, THESE CHAPTERS! I am FLOORED, y'all! Not only with the cliffhanger **shakes fist at MXTX** but with the TWISTS! The MYSTERY! THE WINDMASTER BEING THE BEST BESTIE FOR XIE LIANNNNN!!  

Seriously, though, Hua Cheng is swoon-worthy, Jun Wu is ex-worthy, and apparently Qi Rong is NOT worthy of Xie Lian's me...

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Mob Psycho 100: Episode 12 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**MENTOR-RELATED HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

I had many ideas of how this season could end, but once again -- this series defied and exceeded all expectations! You mean we get PSYCHIC REIGEN, Season 2 Teasers, Dimple now being seen by Reigen, AND somehow a "happy ending?!" And it all felt earned?! What is this show??  

I absolutely LOVED this episode and first season of MP100! The final "extra" was adorable as well! I cannot WAIT for season 2, y'all!   

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Death Note: Episode 30 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**SERIOUS HEADPHONE WARNINGS - I GET LOUD**

There's a LOT to talk about in this episode! Light is convinced that the world is slowly turning towards Kira as justice, and his place as god of it is nearly secure, but Mello (surprise! alive! ^^) and Near are not going to let Light have it all without a fight...and without some major seeds of doubt planted amongst his closest comrades.  

Light seems to have the upper hand, though, as always -- and this episode's cliffhanger has m...

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MONSTER: Episode 2 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**HEAPHONE WARNINGS**

SO...Tenma's had a very, not so good, pretty bad day. Things take a serious turn from bad to worse for our doctor, as his decision to save a little boy, Johan's, life leads to his world being thrown out from under him. And that's not even the strangest aspect of the episode!

The twins continue to be QUITE creepy and mysterious, and NOW there's not one, but THREE dead doctors -- and all of them are tied to Tenma and his "downfall." Hm. Show, you have me INTRIG...

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Neon Genesis Evangelion: EvAbridged & 3.0 (-120 Minutes) Booklet Reactions!

After several requests, and to take a breather before the last movie, I decided to watch the EvAbridged series by Gigukk and read the pamphlet that supposedly came out before 3.333 in the theaters -- definitely a treat!  

Thanks to Melania the Severed for the pamphlet images.   

LINK TO EvAbridged Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtUpWihJJJ4  LINK to EvAbridged Preview:...

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Chainsaw Man: Episode 4 EARLY ACCESS Reaction!

**ROOMMATE-WORTHY HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

The battle with the Bat Devil was just the beginning, as Denji has to face his "love" to save Power and Meowy -- and only THEN can he deal with Aki and the rest of Division 4!   

Makima proves to be quite capable of keeping our chaotic trio in check, and the "And then they were Roommates" trope gets a heavy dose of madness, as our poor straight-laced Aki is forced to share an apartment with not only Denji, but now Power as we...

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Kuroko's Basketball: Episodes 7-9 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**QUALIFER HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

We have hit the ground running and are MOVING, now! We're well into several rounds of qualifiers and facing up against some interesting opponents already! I'm very excited for lots of reasons: 

* We get to see more of Kise, Kasamatsu, and Midorima! <3
* Our 2nd years prove they are QUITE capable on the court if need be
* There's lots of hilarious and shippable moments

I'm very excited to see how Kuroko takes on this loud-mouthed ...

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Spy x Family: Episode 16 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**BAKED HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

Oh my GOSH, this episode had me in stitches, which I'm sure Yor's actual cooking would as well! Her brother is the ULTIMATE TROOPER, and what is this business with me ACTUALLY warming up to Camilla?! Show! I did not expect the warmth and wholesome hilarity this episode brought!  

Of course, Franky's story is great too, but Loid coming in at the eleventh hour to bring home some melancholy reality was...a little sobering, but still a sweet en...

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Tsurune: Episode 3 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**BEST BOY HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

This episode gave focus to resident best boy and human Golden Retriever, Ryohei, who does his best to not only support Minato but mend the ties between him and resident Tsundere catboy, Kacchan! I loved the subtle and sweet character development with Kaito and Ryohei, as we see these boys are a bit more layered in both themselves and their relationships than at first glance!

But of course, there's that cliffhanger at the end of the episode that has ...

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My Hero Academia Season 6: Episode 5 EARLY ACCESS Reaction!

**DECAYED HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

"Something wicked this way comes," as Shigaraki awakens, Gigantimachia gets on his feet, and Tokiyami rushes to Hawks' rescue! Oh, and there's high end nomus, the liberation front launching an all-out attack, and imminent doom on the horizon...  

...just as we pan back to Deku and the other UA students trying to evacuate the city! Fun times on the horizon, right? **nervous laugh** At least it's wrapped up in a package of beautiful animati...

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Heaven Official's Blessing//TGCF: Novel, Manhua, & Audio Drama Review - PART FOURTEEN!

**Headphone Warning**  

I knew Qi Rong would be a trash king, but NOTHING could have prepared me for these chapters and the revelations we would get! COUSINS?! Premeditated murder? Xie Lian taking the fall for the sake of his family and the people of Xianle and it going horribly wrong -- wait, no, that one tracks. Nevermind.  

But Hua Cheng going from tiger to soft kitty with a single shoulder massage for his man, Qi Rong having actual LAYERS to his trash antagonism, and...

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Link Click: Season 2 Trailer Reaction & Review!

It's been over a YEAR since I reacted to season one of Link Click, and we're FINALLY getting a Season 2 trailer and I'm SO. EXCITED. FOR. 2023!!   

It looks like a season full of twists, turns, and Cheng and Liu having to fight their way to save their friend and their names from being ruined?! Lu BETTER NOT be dead and I'm soooo ready to see what will go down next year with this series!  

Thank you for watching with me and for all the support!

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Mob Psycho 100: Episode 11 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**REIGEN-THEMED HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

Reigen has been absent this entire second half of the season for the most part, but he has come back in a TOUR DE FORCE in this episode! The reveal of if he's Claw's boss, his ACTUAL HANDLING of the Claw Espers, and the fact that he may be the Adult of Adults in this world of "children who never grew up" is ASTOUNDING.  

Give this King a crown...and let's pray that Mob doesn't go off the deep end after Reigen has seemingly been sile...

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Death Note: Episode 29 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**PATERNAL HEADPHONE WARNINGS**  

I had some expectations for Sidow (our Corn Husk Shinigami) in this episode, but it did NOT go as anticipated, and I could NOT have seen the developments of this episode coming AT ALL!  

Daddy Yagami's fate? Nope. Misa getting some action with Light? Nope. Mello's real name being revealed? NOPE. The only thing that maybe isn't surprising but is utterly infuriating is how the web of lies surrounding Light's persona continues to grow, and ...

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MONSTER: Episode 1 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**THRILLER-ESQUE HEADPHONE WARNING**

Well, in one episode we have not only a very kind-hearted, idealistic protagonist in Dr. Tenma, but we also have a very relatable dark, gritty, and politically corrupt world, and a HEAPING dose of mystery surrounding the Liebert children and the abrupt deaths of their parents. 

I love Kenzo Tenma already as a character, but I have a feeling his character is about to go through the WRINGER in this series, but I'm VERY intrigued and on board...

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Neon Genesis Evangelion: Rebuild 3.333 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**MELODICA HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

The Rebuilds continue to be SO much fun but also soooo interesting in what is changed, altered, added, and left out from the Original Series. After thinking about it, though, this may be my favorite one so far! 

This movie is basically all new material, but there's DEFINITELY a familiar face involved and my fangirling could NOT be contained! Basically, anything that Kaworu touches turns to gold on my watch, but man -- there's a lot to discuss i...

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Chainsaw Man: Episode 3 EARLY ACCESS Reaction!

**POWERFUL HEADPHONE WARNINGS** 

Power and Denji may share a brain cell, but just like Denji, there's more to Power than meets the eye! We get insight into her character and Denji's mess to clean up just got bigger...but hey, Makima will forgive him, surely...right?! SHE proves more and more intriguing as well!  

Mappa went all out, as per usual, on the animation and we get an amazing battle sequence that proves equally hilarious...Denji just has a simple goal, y'all. Wh...

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Kuroko's Basketball: Episode 4-6 FULL LENGTH Reaction!

**SHIPPABLE HEADPHONE WARNINGS**

Oh my goodness, I liked the first three episodes but these were GREAT -- especially Episode 4 and 5! The practice match against Kise's team reaches its conclusion, but it's clearly NOT the last we shall see of Kise, and I'm all for the dynamic with him, Kagami, and Kuroko!

Speaking of all for, we meet another member of the Generation of Miracles, and well...green is my favorite color, so of course, I'm excited for his character as well!

These...

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