February 25, 2021
Two to Get Started
My Hero Academia
Editor’s Verdict: All-Time Star
Qurks (a.k.a. superpowers). A protective protagonist. Heroes vs Villains.
Mix those all together, and you get My Hero Academia. MHA follows Izuku Midoriya as he tries to stay on his path of becoming a hero without a quirk (and then with one). A childhood friend turned bully, the need to work with a new quirk that keeps breaking his bones, and even a villain group won’t stop Izuku from becoming a hero to save everyone with a smile. Not only is the art style appealing, but the plot, easy enough to understand for even rookie anime watchers, will leave you on the edge of your seat and wanting to watch more; all of which makes MHA the “All Time Star” for thisweek. Produced by Bones, found on Funimation and other streaming platforms.
Sk8: The Infinity
Editor’s Verdict: Hot New Release
Kick up some Ollies, do a few kickflips, or just skateboard around in this recently released anime called Sk8: The Infinity. Follow Reki, skateboard maker and rider enthusiast, as he teaches Langa, skilled snowboarder and new student at Reki’s high school, the arts of skateboarding and how to traipse through the world of “S.” Known to only a few, “S” is a highly prestigious, high-risk skateboard racecourse through mines, which include sharp turns, a lack of rules, and some high-tech boards and skills. This anime features unique characters, a compelling plot, and a striking animation style that will surely get you pumped up. And, as it was released just in January, more is to come and it will definitely become an enjoyable anime to watch, which makes it achieve the “Hot New Release” verdict for this week. Produced by Bones, found on Funimation and other streaming platforms.
Kyo Kara MaohEditor’s Verdict: Old But GoldTake a trip with Yuri, a 15-year-old boy, as he navigates a world that has demons. Not only that, but he’s the demon king! While adventuring and “ruling” this demon tribe, Yuri deals with many different obstacles. He even accidentally proposes to a boy his age who majorly dislikes him. This show manages to be funny, entertaining, and serious when it needs to be without losing the audience. This show was released 14 years ago but still holds a place in my heart; it’s truly gold. Even with an older style of anime graphics, this show has a truly amazing plot line that will captivate you till the end. Produced by NHK, found on Crunchyroll and other streaming platforms