Teogonia – Episode 1
One boy’s fight might be a viewer’s treasure in a series that sets the stage for a genuinely interesting plot with a twist, if it can stick the eventual landing.
Posts by Cy Catwell
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A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof – Episode 1
When ninja and assassin meet, kunai will fly and lives will end. Question is, will your laughter also perish in this kind of bland premiere?
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Umamusume: Cinderella Gray – Episode 1
We’re off to the races with a rags to riches origin story entry into the Umamusume franchise that’s perfect for anyone and everyone who’s ever been vaguely interested in what this series is all about.
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WITCH WATCH – Episode 1
Star light, star bright. First star I see tonight. A witch I may, a witch I might, see Witch Watch and laugh tonight because this premiere is pretty okay and perfect viewing if you’re looking for something to invest in that’s low commitment viewing.
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LAZARUS – Episode 1
Step forty minutes into the future to a pain-free society that comes at the ultimate cost and sets up a story well worth engaging with.
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Maebashi Witches – Episode 1
Magic is easy when you’ve got friends, but in this premiere, Yuina is still finding her footing alongside four other magical girls tasked with helping others before they get full control of their powers.
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CLASSIC★STARS – Episode 1
CLASSIC★STARS aims to strike a chord by combining European classical music stylings with j-pop rock and a hefty dose of camp, and it’s glorious.
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The Dinner Table Detective – Episode 1
Heiress by day, Detective by night, this premiere will have you trying to find all the clues for what went wrong with such a fun premise.
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I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! – Episodes 1-2
This Liam isn’t Neeson: the only thing he’s been taken by is a deep grief turned rage that sends him to the stars after his life in our reality completely falls apart. Too bad it’s kind of misogynistic.
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You and Idol Precure ♪ – Episode 1
The Pretty Cure franchise’s newest entry hits successful high note on its first try, setting up a charming new addition to a series full of young girls being their own heroes.
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I Left my A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths! – Episode 1
I knew this review was going to be something special when the first thought I whispered under my breath was, “What in the fuck is this discount Konosuba lookin’ shit?”
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Übel Blatt – Episode 1
A grimdark series premiere that’s confusing, desaturated, and a bit out of time and place with modern anime adaptations.
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Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! – Episode 1
Combining our world and another, Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf asks the question, “What if elves could go from the forest to the big city via our dreams?” and executes on it with a perfectly okay premiere.
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The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World – Episode 1
Check your bank account, bookmark your favorite online shop, and get ready to chill out to the fantasy of living a peaceful, comfortable life.
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Honey Lemon Soda – Episode 1
A gently fizzy premiere that’s sweet as a dollop of honey; not because of any romance, but because of the kindness of strangers helping one another and becoming friends.
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Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms – Episode 1
Meet the discount Yamada’s First Time, only with far less charm, definitely less nuance, and a lot more partial nudity.
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OKITSURA: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Know What She’s Saying – Episode 1
A largely enjoyable romp through Okinawa and its native language that gets messy when real-world history meets what’s supposed to be a fun, linguistic experience backset by island life.
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Medalist – Episode 1
Compelling and warmhearted, Medalist will capture the gold in your heart as a story with a lot of potential to be one of Winter’s best.
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Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! – Episode 1
I hope you asked for extra hours this week because this well-executed premiere will have you working overtime with how much you’ll relate to being an office worker in another world.
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Bogus Skill «Fruitmaster» ~About that time I became able to eat unlimited numbers of Skill Fruits (that kill you)~ – Episode 1
Fruits aren’t the only thing that you might find bogus here in a premiere that’s okay but definitely isn’t the best Winter 2025 will have to offer.
