Again I said we'd look at my own anime/manga but I have to get this review out of the way first, so I apologize. Nerawareta Gakuen (Psychic School Wars)- is science fiction novel by Taku Mayumura adapted into a film released in 2012 directed by Ryosuke Nakamura. Nerawareta Gakuen and its art is very similar those works of Makoto Shinkai. It wasn't a bad movie but I wasn't the best either. If there weren't as many kinks in the movie I probably would've liked it as much as some of the better anime films I've seen. I will discuss the ending a little bit so.
Summary
Kenji Seki has a daily routine that includes walking his dog at the beach, looking at his crush, Kahori Harukawa, and walking to school with his childhood friend and neighbor, Natsuki Suzuura. One day he stumbles across Ryouchi Kyougoku, a handsome new transfer student who claims to be psychic. Kenji's life has now changed as Kahori seems to fall for the new psychic and Natsuki seems troubled by problems of her own.
How it Could be Better
Though it wasn't bad it wasn't the best either. If it weren't for the kinks and hard to follow story I would proably be better maybe about as good as Kimi no na wa (Your Name). The problems are that the story is hard to follow at times and it is difficult to see what is actually happening. Natsuki can be slightly abusive at times towards Kenji, but that's probably expected to be from a tsundere type character. It wasn't a bad ending but I expected something better and that's probably what would've turned it around for this movie.
My Conclusion
I would give this anime 3.5/5 stars or a 7/10 score. It wasn't bad but it wasn't the best either. It has many flaws that it isn't nearly as good as its art and animation is. Overall, I thought it was an okay anime film. For other films with similar animation but are better I would recommend the ones directed by Makoto Shinkai like 5 Centimeters Per Second, The Place Promised in Our Early Days, and Kimi no na wa (Your Name).
Even though I said I'd post my ideas for my own anime/manga I still have 2 more review to post so here's one. H2O: Footprints in the Sand is a visual novel and manga adapted into a 12-episode anime. It has a mix of a physiological, drama romance mix and similar to Ef: A Fairy Tale of the Two and that anime I don't talk about (Myself; Yourself). While very similar to the latter it was actually better than I expected, though not as good as Ef: A Tale of Memories. I was reluctant to watch this at first but I did watch other sad anime like Clannad, Wolf Children, and Grave of the Fireflies before so if I survived that then I can survive this and actually enjoyed it. I will be talking about the ending a little bit so a slight...
Takuma Hirose is blind and the cause is unknown. He is sent to a village to live with his uncle in order to heal his medical condition. He meets several girls in the village and three stand out more than the others. One of them Otoha temporarily heals his blindness and Hirose helps others. Another one of the girls, Hayami Kohinata is hated in the village and he tries to help her out. Many sad secrets unfold.
How it Could be Better
I liked this anime but there are a few points it can improve on. It is set up much like a harem but there is one girl who obviously stands out in the end. It is easy to follow but at some points the story and what is happening does get confusing. It was a happy ending but I kind of wanted a bigger heartfelt ending though. Still I liked the ending and it did satisfy me.
My Conclusion
I would give this anime 4/5 stars or a 8/10 score. It did good in my opinion and was better than Myself; Yourself but like all good shows it has its flaws. It was enjoyable and even held some comedy at some points but overall captured the elements of an emotional sad story. I would recommend this if you like sad love story type anime.
So since it is Valentines Day (or at least when I started this) I'm going to talk about the romantic parts of anime and the couples. I won't however rank them into a top 10 because that will probably be too hard for me to do, personally. I could make a list with 50-100 or even more couples and it still might not be enough. Anyway I will be talking about what makes a good couple whether in anime, cartoons, or just any movie or even real life. I will also be going over certain couples and what makes them popular or unpopular as well as talk about characters who should've been a couple. I do want to go through a list of underrate anime and their couples but not all will be in there. The final thing is we will have a sneak peak of the couples in my own manga/anime. I will write about the story and characters in my next few blogs. I want the couples from my stories to be better than anything and have the best love story possible (The very opposite of Twilight & 50 Shades of Grey). If you are interested in shipping these couples, feel free, leave a comment, message etc. Feedback is wanted and so is CONSTRUCTIVE Criticism.This will be somewhat based off my opinion and if yours differs that's fine. Also, I haven't watch some of these anime yet so I may take away/add some couples or even move them to a different category. Anyway it's Valentines Day I'm single and I'm 21 so there's only one thing to do other than write this blog! Oh yeah I may reveal some endings and complain about them too so.
What Makes a Good Couple
Essentially what makes a good likable couple is their chemistry and how well they do together. Being in a relationship is about trust, keeping promises, and selflessness. When two people care for each other a lot and are willing go do anything for the other person, that makes them a good couple. Age is also something, I prefer couples and girls around the same age. I admit though it's cool when a younger guy gets an older girl. I'm not really going to explain it much more but that's how love works.
Kaito & Ichika (Waiting in the Summer/Ano Natsu de Matteru)
Unpopular (I want to get the worst out of the way first and save the best for last)
These couples are the ones with the worst love stories. I do not want to get into much detail with them because they are all horrible together.
Edward + Bella (Twilight)- Do I really need to explain? This couple is probably the worst pairing of all time and the move ruined Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson's careers. These two are so bad together and you can hear other's explanations. The only good thing about the Twilight series is Christina Perri's song A Thousand Years. That's the only good thing that came from this series.
Ana + Christian (50 Shades of Grey)- Do I really need to explain this one too? I mean this movie is just s*** and porn lumped together. They are about as bad as Edward & Bella. Just read about the movie and it will make you puke.
Jennifer + Scott Petkov- These two earn their spot on here for being two bullies who managed to find each other as well as taunt a dying 7 year old girl. Apparently Jennifer was unhappy about about not being invited to a party. When their 7 year old neighbor was dying from Huntington's Disease Jennifer posted pics on FaceBook with her next to the grim reaper and "when will she die". She also drove a car with a coffin in the back. Scott meanwhile defending his bitch wife's actions. All this over not being invited to a part, how f***ing stupid. These two are probably one of the ugliest pairings as well. What is Scott? A transgender, fat lesbian, fat dyke. And Jennifer, she looks like a f***ing blonde crackhead. My ballsack is better looking that her eyelids. I like blonde chicks but I hate her guts, she gives blondes a bad name. Appearances match their personalities pretty much.
Amy + Samy Bougzaglo (Amy's Baking Company)- From Kitchen Nightmares worst, it is crazy bitch Amy and old hag Samy from Amy's Baking Company. I don't even want to explain these two. I will say they are the two rudest people and Amy gives blondes a bad name looks like she could be Samy's daughter from how much older he is than her. I surprised they haven't been attacked and hunted down yet. Just watch the episode and you'll know what I mean.
School Days Pairings- I'm not even going to talk about these. I explained in my ending's rant and you can just read about them or watch School Days. Essentially I will only reccomend this if you like blood and gore.
List of Better Lovestories
Poop + Toilet Paper
My But + Couch/Chair
My Eyes + Computer Screen
Space Shuttle + Boeing 747
Plug + Outlet
Chuck Noland + Wilson (Castaway)
Jeremy Clarkson + Speed & Power
Richard Hammond + Oliver
A Fat Person + Food (No Offense)
A Squirrel + its Nuts
Donald Trump + His Wives
Donald Trump + Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump + Ivanka
Barack Obama + Hillary Clinton
Bill Clinton + Monica
Average/Mixed Reviews
These couples have mixed reviews, some like them, some hate them, some love them, and some think they are okay. Personally I have different opinions on each and most of these couples are pretty one sided with exceptions. Also this is partly based off my opinion and what I've seen and heard. If your's differs that's fine.
Kirito + Asuna (Sword Art Online)- Now these two have mixed reviews about them. Some people hate them, some people like them, some people love them, and some people think they're okay. I like them but they are not my favorite though. Asuna did start off being a neo-tsundere but did change pretty quickly as opposed to most tsunderes. The two starting bonding quite a bit and made their relationship known to the viewers even getting married in the game. These two show how much they need each other and Kirito goes to the ends of the earth to save Asuna as well as everyone else in the game. Asuna would probably return the favor as well. On this mixed review couples list, Kirito and Asuna are probably my favorite.
Naruto + Hinata (Naruto)- I haven't really watch the Naruto series so I don't know much. It seems there's 4 people as opposed to a 3 person love triangle which makes this more complicated (Ranma 1/2 is even more complicated than this). From what I've seen Hinata likes Naruto but Naruto only thinks of her as a friend and the two are childhood friends.
Naruto + Sakura (Naruto)- This gets pretty complicated Naruto likes Sakura but Sakura doesn't really like him back. There's times though were Sakura has feelings for Naruto.
Sasuke + Sakura (Naruto)- Like the other Naruto relationships this one seems one-sided as well. Sakura likes Sasuke but he only thinks of her as a friend. Overall, from the Naruto relationships it seems they are not official but some still like and hope for them to be together.
Tenma + Kenji + Oji (School Rumble)- I do not want to explain two separate couples so I'll explain them as a love triangle. Personally, I think School Rumble is pretty overrated and I don't really like the concept. Again, if you have a different opinion that's fine! Kenji likes Tenma but Tenma likes Oji but Oji doesn't return her feelings. It's pretty much one sided.
Sonic + Amy (Any Sonic Franchise)- This couple is pretty one-sided, although these two do have their moments. Amy is pretty much obsessed with Sonic and constantly chasing him showering him with affection. Sonic doesn't return her feelings of love but does not truly hate her. There have been times where Sonic rescues Amy and goes to the ends of the earth for her. I'm personally fine with this couple.
Sesshomaru + Rin (Inuyasha)- Other people pair this couple together but I really don't like them personally. While Rin looks up to Sesshomaru and Sesshomaru has shown to care for Rin, I think of them as more of a father-daughter or guardian-child relationship. I mean seriously Sesshomaru is way older than Rin which is kind of wrong. Okay chronologically Inuyasha is much older than Kagome, but physically they are the same age whereas physically Sesshomaru is a grown man while Rin is a child. Personally I think Rin would be better off with Kohaku but that's my opinion.
Rin + Kohaku (Inuyasha)- I like this couple better personally. Kohaku is much closer to Rin in age and the two have had moments where they showed to care and lookout for each other.
Saito + Louise (The Familiar of Zero/Zero no Tsukaima)- People have different opinions on this couple I think particularly because Louise is a tsundere. Louise is mean, rude, and abusive towards Saito at first but starts to show feelings for him. While Saito is not thrilled about the situation he becomes loyal to Louise and starts to care for her as well. When Saito dies then resurrects Louise does show how much she loves him. In the end, the two get married.
Ash + Serena (Pokemon X&Y)- Okay Ash's relationships in the Pokemon series get pretty complicated so I'm not really going to explain them much. I think Serena was probably the best match for Ash as she seemed to be the most romantically interested in him.
Ash + Dawn (Pokemon Diamond & Pearl)- With Ash and Dawn I think they mostly just thought of each other as friends and not so much a couple.
Ash + Other Pokemon Girls- I haven't really watched the other Pokemon series much so I don't know really how to explain this. It seems though that writers just keep taking one love interest out and throwing in another for Ash which is pretty annoying. I think they should just have Ash stick to one love interest.
Kirito & Asuna
Saito & Louise
Popular Couples
Now I could make this 50-100 couples it still wouldn't be enough so I'm just going to put down a few examples, mostly ones I like.
Banri + Koko (Golden Time)- Now there's different opinions on this couple but I put them in here because I like them and would have to say Golden Time is probably one of the best romance anime I've seen. These two have shown to love each other a great deal and they hit it off pretty early in the series. Of course this is not without its conflicts. Many people wanted Banri to end up with Linda but I like him being with Koko as a couple more. The lesson of this is that childhood friends don't always end up together. Though it's a cliche for anime and I would prefer it, I really like this one and would put Golden Time above Toradora and most other romance. In the end, it seems that Banri and Koko are now probably going to get married which is one of the best ways to end a series in my opinion.
Sakura + Syaoran (Cardcaptor Sakura)- Now these two are a very popular couple and I haven't met anyone who has hated this couple. At first the two started off rivals but became friends. Then Syaoran started to have feelings for Sakura but Sakura didn't notice. Syaoran eventually confesses and in the Final Movie, The Sealed Card, Sakura returns his confession declaring she loves him too. Now these two are probably the most adorable couple together. Sakura's cute, Syaoran's cute (according to fangirls) and together they're even cuter. I loved the way the movie ended and manga ended as well. The Clear Card Arc will also be coming out in 2018. I am looking forward to where their relationship goes next as the manga cover shows them holding hands.
Sakura + Syaoran (Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicles)- Obviously I can't include CCS without also having these two. Sakura and Syaoran have known each other for a long time until Sakura loses her memories off Syaoran, and Syaoran must go on a quest to find them. Over the journey though Sakura seems to just fall in love with Syaoran all over again and they show how much they truly care for one another. The series itself shows how far Syaoran will go to help Sakura. On the other hand, I don't really like how it ended like not even a kiss? And I know CLAMP can make better endings than that. I say this, in any future manga/anime whether it's World Chronicles or something, these HAD BETTER GET MARRIED or I'll go ballistic. I mean seriously it's so frickin obvious they are in love and they better get married.
Kobato + Fujimoto (Kobato)- Another great CLAMP series. Like many of their series it starts off being kind of funny but becomes quite heartfelt towards the end. Though Fujimoto acted like he didn't really like Kobato that much he showed later how much he truly cares for her and Kobato feels the same. The ending was pretty great as well and it definitely packed a punch.
Usagi + Mamoru (Sailor Moon)- How can I not include these two? Sailor Moon is one of the most popular series so I had to include Usagi and Mamoru. Over the series these two have shown really how much they love and care about each other. Mamoru breaks up with Usagi to protect her, however after they got back together they've become an even stronger couple. In the end, Mamoru keeps his promise and does marry Usagi.
Shana + Yuji (Shakugan no Shana)- There's different opinions about these two but mostly positive. Shana and Yuji are probably one of my favorite Tsundere couples as they've shown to care about each other. Even though Shana acted like she didn't like Yuji at first, she eventually came to terms with her feelings. As a tsundere, Shana probably was the anime character who changed the most from the beginning of the series to the end. There's different opinions about the way the anime ended but I like it. Shana and Yuji are together and happy with their lives.
Ryuuji + Taiga (Toradora)- Another tsundere pairing. Ryuuji likes Taiga's friend and Taiga likes Ryuuji's friend so they work to help each other out. However, things don't always go according to plan and Ryuuji and Taiga end up falling in love with each other. I didn't really like the final scene with Taiga headbutting Ryuuji, I mean that's how you're going to end it? Really, not with a kiss, proposal, or wedding? Well they do become a couple.
Mitsuki + Takuto (Full Moon wo Sagashite/Searching for the Full Moon)- One of the sadder anime series but one that does end on a good note and packs quite an emotional punch, I haven't watched it yet so I can't really explain much. Takuto along with Meroko decide to help Mitsuki achieve her dreams of being a singer. However, many events happen with Mitsuki's childhood friend Eichi dies and Mitsuki eventually realizes her own feelings for Takuto.
Yuuta + Rikka (Love, Chunibyo, & other Delusions/Chunibyo demo Koi ga Shitai)- Even though this series looks quite cute, kawaii, and moe at first, it actually puts quite an emotional hit on you. Yuuta had delusions which made his middle school life embarrassing. He chooses to attend high school where no one knows him but unfortunately Rikka, who suffers from delusions, comes in and knows about his past. However, they figure out the tragic and sad reasons behind their delusions and fall in love. Yuuta and Rikka start caring for each other more and more and the end will definitely show how much Yuuta cares for and loves Rikka and how Rikka feels the same back.
Yusuke + Keiko (YuYu Hakusho)- Yu Yu Hakusho, the Dragon Ball Z of the 1990s. However, YYH has a much better love story than DBZ. Yusuke and Keiko have been childhood friends and known each other for a while. Keiko does get mad at Yusuke but only because she cares about him. Keiko becomes supportive of Yusuke and Yusuke probably returns it.
Chihiro + Haku (Spirited Away)- One of 3 Miyazaki Studio Ghibli couples I have in this post. Chihiro is lost and Haku comes to help her. Because he's helped her out so much Chihiro eventually returns the favor and saves Haku's life. The two do many great things for one another and show how much they care for each other. Though not official it seems they have fallen in love.
Howl + Sophie (Howl's Moving Castle)- Howl and Sophie seem to be the most popular Studio Ghibli couple. Sophie goes to Howl for help and the two start to have feelings for one another. These two do become official in the end as they are living together.
Inuyasha + Kagome (Inuyasha)- Even though these two have mixed reviews I will say Inuyasha and Kagome are pretty popular. Though they do not get along at first, things change. Inuyasha shows more sympathy and starts to care about the lives of others at more and more and Kagome starts caring for Inuyasha more. The two eventually help each other out through the hardships and every obstacle only makes them stronger. People do have conflicting ideas between Kagome and Kikyo. While I support Inuyasha and Kagome, I want to point out most of the main characters wouldn't be alive if it weren't for Kikyo.
Sango + Miroku (Inuyasha)- The other pairing from the Inuyasha series to get married. Of course they don't like each other a great deal at first because Miroku is a pervert and a flirt. They begin to show they care about each other with the challenges they face.
Keiichi + Belldandy (Ah My Goddess!/Ah! Megami Sama)- An anime that gives me false hope. Keiichi who gets taken advantage of calls the wrong number and it's a goddess hotline. Belldandy appears and is willing to do anything for him so he wishes for her to be by his side. Keiichi and Belldandy show to care about each other more and more and fall in love and regardless of any flaws (ex. Keiichi's 5'3" (160 cm) height etc.). I like this anime as it portrays a short, shy loser guy (kind of me) who gets a girlfriend who's beautiful inside and out.
Risa + Otani (Lovely Complex/Love Com)- Another one for the shortie boys and tall girls out there. Risa and Otani have both faced problems because of their height. At 5'8" (172 cm), Risa is 6" (15 cm) taller than the average Japanese woman (5'2"/158 cm). At 5'1" (155 cm), Otani is 7" (18 cm) shorter than the average Japanese man (5'8"/172 cm). What I like about these two is they break a norm and don't care what other's think. Maybe some of you should do the same thing because romance is about making each other happy and love, not about physical qualities, especially those you can't control or change.
Sawako + Kazeya (Kimi ni Todoke/From Me to You)- A good anime with a good couple. Sawako is shy and awkward while Kazeya is popular and attractive. Somehow these two make things work though. I really wish there were more anime with shy boys though as I am one.
Tomoya + Nagisa (Clannad/Clannad Afterstory)- One of the saddest series out there. Tomoya has a harsh life with his mother dead and father an alcoholic, he seems to have given up. However he befriends Nagisa who suffers from numerous health problems. These two share many feelings for each other and care for each other so much.
Keiichi & Belldandy
Sakura & Syaoran
Usagi & Mamoru
Inuyasha & Kagome
Characters Who Should've been "Official" Couples
In my opinion these characters should've been couples or at least officially. I really didn't like the way most of these anime ended which is a big reason. Some anime leave the romance unresolved but the manga runs longer and usually resolves the romantic situations so I may or may not include them depending on how I feel.
Ahiru + Fakir (Princess Tutu)- I understand the concept of fate and free will but really Ahiru and Fakir totally deserved to be together as a couple more than anything. I get they are still friends, but i think they deserved a happy romantic ending way more than Mytho and Rue did.
Kenchi + Lashara (Tenchi Muyo: War on Geminar/Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari)- I wasn't really into the Tenchi Muyo series as it leaves the harem situation unresolved. In this spinoff we find Kenchi, Tenchi's brother of half brother, I can't remember in a harem situation. I think this series would've been much better if he ended up with Princess Lashara and it was hinted that she liked him. Okay the main reason why I wanted them as a couple is because Kenchi looks like me and I'd love to have a girlfriend with the looks of Lashara.
Ricca + Kiyotaka (Da Capo III)- I haven't watched this series yet so I may move these two to a different category after I do. I feel Ricca is honestly the best fit for Kiyotaka and would like them to become an official couple. Okay, Kiyotaka looks like me and Ricca looks like a girl I can only dream about having as a girlfriend. I want them to be a couple.
Makoto + Minamo (Wind: A Breath of Heart)- Minori, the same company that developoed Ef: A Fairy Tale of the Two developed, this one as well. This is a series that had so much potential to be great, yet the writers f***ed it up with the ending. I mean it leaves off on a cliffhanger which really pisses me off. The art is great and so is the feels and stuff but the ending is what ruined this series and I really wish it resolved the relationship between Makoto and Minamo and had them become an official couple.
Tooru + Julie (Absolute Duo)- While I enjoyed and liked this romance, harem, fantasy anime, I think Julie and Tooru had something going on. Of all the love interests I think Julie would've been the best match for Tooru. It was shown several times that Julie liked Tooru and he likely felt the same way back. I just think they should've taken their relationship to the next level.
Takaaki + Konomi (To Heart 2)- I haven't watched this series yet so I may move these two to a different category once I do. This is another harem anime and like always I think Konomi was the best match for Takaaki. I like the layout of the series with Konomi and her childhood friend, a shy boy named Takaaki. I feel though that they should be a couple as Konomi has harbored feelings for Takaaki since they were young and Konomi is one of the few girls Takaaki is willing to talk to. It's cute how Konomi clings to Takaaki and is always by his side pretty much.
Sheeta + Pazu (Castle in the Sky)- The 3rd Studio Ghibli film in this post. I think it was pretty obvious Sheeta and Pazu were in love with each other. Pazu is goes to the ends of the earth for Sheeta and Sheeta cares deeply about Pazu so I feel they should've shown some sign they're an official couple like a kiss or something. Other than that, that's my only complaint of this film.
Nadja with Someone (Ashita no Nadja)- I was kind of disappointing that Nadja didn't end up with anyone. I feel she should've I mean she's so beautiful, kind, and gentle she would've made a great partner for some lucky guy.
Unresolved Harems- Again I hate it when harem series finish off unresolved. The harem's I have liked, there was one love interest who stood out and was obviously the one best for the main character. However, many of these harems finish off unresolved with no sign of who will end up with the main character which I pretty much don't like. I feel many harem would be better if the main character ending up with the one who was best for them and it was obvious in the end.
Sheeta & Pazu
Tooru & Julie
Takaaki & Konomi
Underrated Couples
Now there's many couples I believe are underrated and I could make this list about 100 couples long and it still wouldn't be enough. So I'm just going to throw out the ones I like the most.
Yuu + Hiroshi (Mizuiro Jidai)- This is a classic coming of age anime. Here we have childhood friends Yuu and Hiroshi who are now middle school students. Yuu harbors feelings for Hiroshi and Horoshi returns them. These two do have several moments throughout the series dealing with the issues of growing up and their feelings and they still remain together. I think this series didn't get as much recognition as it should have. Yuu and Hiroshi should also have more recognition as couple too (more ships for these two).
Yuma + Haruhi (Happiness!)- Another underrated series in my opinion. So here we have a magical fantasy romance series with main characters Yuma and Haruhi. It become pretty clear in the beginning these two had feelings and they did become an official couple as well with a good end to the series. I feeling they are an underrated couple along with the series and more people should ship them. Yoshichika + Athena (Luck & Logic)- This came out in 2016 so I'll have to wait to see how people like them. I think Yoshichika and Athena are quite a romantic couple in this futuristic mecha anime. It's pretty obvious Athena has feelings Yoshichika and he returns her feelings.
Himeko + Daichi (Hime-Chan no Ribbon/Hime Chan's Ribbon)- A classic magical girl series that I feel is quite underrated. Himeko at first likes a much older Hasekura-senpai, but shifts towards Daichi instead, much like Sakura Kinomoto (CCS) and other young anime girls. Additionally Daichi's friend, Hikaru also serves as a friend/rival for Daichi's affections. I feel these two are an underrated couple who should recieve more recognition.
Meirin + Asuka (Ask Dr Rin!/Dr Rin ni Kiitemite!)- A classic romantic magical girls series. Meirin as a crush and harbors feelings for Asuka. While it seems unrequited at first, Asuka begins to like her back later in the series. I feel Meirin and Asuka deserve more recognition as a couple and should have more shippings.
Junichi + Nemu (Da Capo)- This is a romantic harem anime that was developed by Circus. I think this is an underrated series as each love interest seems like they could be the perfect match for Junichi. However, Nemu is the one who does end up with him at the end of the series. Normally I don't like incest relationships but Nemu is adopted and not blood-related to Junichi and in Japan the law only applies to blood-related immediate family members, meaning you can marry an adopted sibling or cousin. To them it would seem pretty normal and marrying cousins was normal in the early 1900s and before in the US and most of the world too.
Kazuto + Narue (The World of Narue/Narue no Sekai)- I feel this romance series is pretty underrated. Kazuto and Narue immediately hit it off with each other and remained together throughout the series. It's not as romantic as some of the other series here but I feel they don't get quite the recognition they deserve.
Tomomi + Yuya (Miracle Girls)- This is a classic magical girl series that served as a gateway to other magical girl but is very underrated. Tomomi and Mikage are identical twins with differing passions and secret powers each of them also get boyfriends. I like the relationship between Tomomi and Yuya and feel they deserve recognition
Mikage + Hideaki (Miracle Girls)- Pretty much the same as above as these two are also quite a couple too. They deserve more recognition as well.
Naoki + Honami (Hani Hani: Operation Sanctuary/Tsuki wa Hidahi ni Hi was Nishi ni)- This harem romance anime actually has a pretty good ending. Naoki and Honami get married which is probably one of the best case ending senarios in my opinion. I mean they are childhood friends and Honami also takes care of Naoki too. I think she pretty much deserves to be with him the most out of all the love interests in this series. Even though Mikoto was much of the anime's focus, she thought of Naoki as brother and Naoki only thought of her as a sister.
Haruhiko + Riko (Gift: Eternal Rainbow)- An underrated harem romance series. Haruhiko and Riko both share moments throughout the series and it is shown how they do love each other. Like I mentioned above, I'm not into incest relationships but these two aren't blood-related. Riko moved in with Haruhiko but had to move out when their father couldn't support them so she's only his sister in name. Both the main love interests Riko and Kirino have are childhood friends with Haruhiko as well. I feel these two deserve more fame and it will make sense why they end up together if you watch the series.
Mamoru + Ayako (Venus to Mamoru/Mamoru Kun ni Megami no Shokufuko!)- I haven't watched this series yet but I'm looking forward to it. While most people don't like Mamoru as he looks 10 and is 16 and think it's pathetic. I like it because Mamoru who's a very short boy manages to get with a Ayako a beautiful popular girl who's older than him. I mean he is really one lucky guy.
Tatsuya + Feena (Brighter than the Dawning Blue/Yoake Mae yori Ruriiro na: Crescent Love)- This is an underrated series between two star-crossed lovers and has an ending to match as well. Even though it seems cliche I like it because it shows how far Tatsuya and Feena will go for each other and their love. This also includes possibly the best case scenario for the ending too. Kenji + Nanami (Lamune)- This is a very underrated slice of life romance series in my opinion. Kenji and Nanami are childhood friends but are both too shy to make advancements in their relationship. However, they only get closer with everything they go through and it becomes obvious they love each other romantically. The ending also packs quite a punch showing how Nanami is lost without Kenji but he comes through and the two still continue their relationship with one another.
Ryuji + Rose (Dragon Crisis)- A underrated fantasy romance series. Rose is pretty much attached and clings to Ryuji making it pretty obvious she likes him. Some don't like Rose but I like her and think she's adorable. Ryuji also goes to great lengths for Rose as well. Okay I admit I like it because Ryuji looks like me and you probably know the rest. Oh Rie Kugimiya (the tsundere queen) who voiced Taiga in Toradora also voices Rose, and the main character's name is also Ryuji.
Yuu & Hiroshi
Junich & Nemu
Mamoru & Ayako
Miracle Girls
My Animes
I will give summaries and characters in my next blog post. There's still some things I haven't settled on and need to work out. With many of these things I want to know what I should do. I'm only uploading avatars form Rinmaru games for now as I haven't had much time to draw and don't have access to a scanner either. I don't have pics for all of them but will be coming including drawings once I get more time and a scanner. Other than that here are the couples. If you are interested in shipping these couples, feel free, leave a comment, message etc.
Obakes/Therianthropes-I haven't really settled on a name so I want to hear your opinions. So this anime will be like Inuyasha, Tsubasa, and X-Men. It will cover topics of racism, discrimination, environmenal issues, self, worth, fate, and free will. This series will have a lot of characters but I plan for it to be a long series as well. Official Couples- If you ship these two I guarantee you they will sail and will be unsinkable. Well the first two will, Fahru dies and both of Mr. and Mrs. Moriko die so I'm not sure if you'd say that ship sank. On the other hand I intend for Takeshi + Angel and Taro + Nina to be great couples like the exact opposite of Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey. I want them to be better than all the popular ones I listed combined!
Takeshi Hachuu + Angel Ahrimo- Takeshi is the main character so these two are the main couple. Angel is an 16 year old American born girl who's secretly half-cat (werecat, yokai) who is living in Japan because of her father's work. Takashi is a 16 year old reptilian/snake yokai Japanese boy. Angel befriends Takeshi as she feels sympathy with him being alone. The two begin to share each other's secrets and things take off from their, but cats and reptiles are supposed to be enemies. Takeshi and Angel care for each other more and more as the series goes on and they love each other very much. Both come to terms with how to accept their identies and fate. Takeshi had suffered the death of his father and years of discrimination while Angel always thought she was the only one. They also go to great lengths for one another. Angel is willing to stand up for Takeshi and is very supportive of him. Takeshi is not afraid to protect Angel or anyone else he loves even if it means losing his own life. For Takeshi, he comes to terms and realizes it's the first time since his father's death that he hasn't felt sad, lonely, or depressed and is happy and stronger with Angel by his side. With every challenge Takeshi and Angel only get stronger together. Takeshi is striving to fulfill his father's dying wish and Angel is very willing to help him.
Takeshi Hachuu
Annabelle "Angel" Ahrimo
Taro Hachuu + Nina Moriko- Taro is the younger 14 year old brother of Takeshi and is also a reptilian/snake yokai. Nina is a 14 year old owl yokai of Japanese and Russian mix and Taro's childhood friend. They argue a lot at first with Nina being a tsundere (do you really expect two 14 year olds to be mature) but eventually realize their true feelings. Reptilians and owls are supposed to be enemies but Taro and Nina stay allies and make it work. At first they try to hide their feelings but realize how much they really mean to each other and need each other. Nina has suffered the loss of both her parents and Taro suffered through the death of his father. Both want to fulfill what their parents wishes and realize that they are no longer sad, lonely, or depressed, and are happy and stronger by each other's side. They face many obstacles in their relationship but always come out stronger than before.
Nina Moriko
Taro Hachuu
Ren Hachuu + Fahru Hachuu- The parents of Takeshi and Taro. Fahru is a reptilian/snake yoaki, while Ren is an ordinary human. In a way these two are kind of star-crossed lovers. Their parents each accepted each other but society didn't. The fact that a reptilian and ordinary human are married was more reason they were targeted. Nevertheless they didn't care what others thought. They were deeply in love with each other and went to great lengths for one another and they started a family which made them stronger. Fahru was willing to risk anything for his family and finally lost his life protecting those he loved the most. Ren follows her promise and Fahru's wish and continues to raise her two boys as a single mother well.
Fahru Hachuu
Ren Hachuu
Mrs Moriko + Mr Moriko- The parents of Nina (I haven't figured out names and I might just leave them unnamed). Mr Moriko is a ordinary Japanese man but also a war veteran as well. Mrs Morikos is an owl yokai who's Russian but meets Mr Moriko as an exchange student in Japan. The two fall in love and their families also accept the other as well. Nina is born and she is the world to them both. They remain faithful to one another to the day of their deaths.
Mr. Moriko
Mrs. Moriko
Unoffical Couples (SPOILER): These couples are not going to become official. Many are rivals/love triangles and these ships will either not sail or they will sink.
Masami Kobayashi + Takeshi Hachuu- Masami is Takeshi and Taro's 15 year old cousin who's also a childhood friend and friend/rival to Angel. Masami is an ordinary human being on Ren's side of the family but is also quite a warrior and fighter herself, being skilled with weapons and martial arts. Masami is willing to help the yokai gain freedom and lessen the misunderstandings of them. Initially she seems like a flirt but Masami secretly harbor's for Takeshi though they go un-confessed and unrequited. Takeshi only thinks of her as a friend and family. Masami's willing to protect and defend him and his allies to the end.
Masami Kobayashi
Takeshi Hachuu
Masami Kobayashi + Taro Hachuu- Masami is a childhood friend of Taro and friend/rival to Nina. Masami harbors strong feelings for Taro which Taro does return. The two are very willing to protect and defend each other as well as their allies. Masami becomes closer to Taro as the series goes on and Taro is split between Masami and Nina.
Masami Kobayashi
Taro Hachuu
Chad + Angel- Chad is a exchange student from England who's secretly a werewolf. He's a typical pretty boy being tall, muscular, athletic fit, nice blonde hair and blue eyes playing soccer, baseball, and basketball. Chad likes Angel but mostly for her looks and popularity. Angel only thinks of him as a friend and doesn't return his advances. Chad is still also thinking about his girlfriend back home who he eventually returns to. He helps Angel and her allies a few times and they return the favor.
Chad Callahan
Annabelle "Angel" Ahrimo
Hawkwing + Nina- Hawkwing is an old ally of Nina who she secretly had a crush on. Yet he betrays her and becomes a villain. Hawkwing feels a connection to Nina and still shows interest but he looks down on Taro and sees him as being lower than him.
Hawkwing
Nina Moriko
Villain Couples: I'm only listing one villain couple as I haven't worked out the relationships between the villains.
Kyofusho + Kumori- The main villain Kyofusho, which means phobia. Kumori is his wife. Kumori is just as evil also joining her husband in his plans. They are loyal to one another and they evan have a son and other family members who are evil as well.
Kyofusho
Kumori
Darkness in Our Hearts- I have used sad emotional romantic series like Clannad, Hanbun no Tsuki ga Nobura Sora, H2O Footprints in the Sand, and Myself; Yourself as inspiration. I haven't worked this one out completely so this list is incomplete. Nadoka Nasu is an 18 year old moving back to her home town with her dad where he'll work as a professor at a local college while she attends there. Things however have changed for worse. Her childhood friend, Savo Kamio a short shy 16 year old boy, is now drug addicted, distanced from his mother, and his health is deteriorating from the healthy happy boy she remembers. Additionally, both Nadoka and Savio and their families have suffered through tragedies and setbacks and both are hiding dark secrets from their pasts. Worse still, Savo's poor health means he may not live much longer.
Couples
Savo + Nadoka- The stories main couple and childhood friends. Savo is a short shy boy who's passionate about the guitar and sports, but also the target of bullying due to his small size and has few friends. Savo's father has died and he and is mom have moved several times because she could not hold down a job. Savo's mom became an alcoholic. All this eventually makes Savo depressed and eventually drives him to the point of suicide. Nadoka is 2 years older than him and aspires to be a musician. She wants to gain her independence but is reluctant to move out away from her dad, as she's taken care of him and has been his only companion for 11 years since her parents divorced. Both these characters have suffered through some pretty bad events in their lives and they often come to each other for comfort and care deeply about one another. Nadoka helps Savo get over his shyness and Savo encourages Nadoka to do things that make her happy. Savo has also hidden a dark secret but eventually opens up to Nadoka who reveals her secret. With Savo's mental health deteriorating, Nadoka refuses to leave his side and helps him recover as she wants him to be happy for the rest of his life. Both help each other turn their lives around and also help other people in similar situations as well.
Savo Kamio
Nadoka Nasu
Kimiko Hatsuo + Akio Ai- Akio is Savo's best friend, 18-years old tall, athletic, and fit. He's the comedy relief character portrayed as big and goofy, but he often uses this to cover his pain. Kimiko Hatsuo is tall and athletic who's father died while on the job. She hasn't been the same since. Like many couples on this list, Akio and Kimiko comfort each other and often help each other get through their pain.
TwinsxTwins- I really haven't worked this one out much but it will be between a pair of shy fraternal twins (boy and girl) who befriend another pair of fraternal twins (also boy and girl). Though they aren't exactly the perfect matches at first, they now will have someone outside their family to hang out with and talk to. Additionally they may meet possible new sole mates.
Just got done watching a classic anime that came out before the year 2000, Flame of Recca (Recca no Honno). So here is my review of it. Flame of Recca was a 33 volume manga written by Nobuyuki Anzai and adapted into a 42 episode anime series released by Studio Pierrot in 1997. Although I did like it this wasn't the best anime or at least there are classics that are better. Like all good shoes Flame of Recca does have it's flaws. Nevertheless, I would recommend Flame of Recca, especially if you like action, adventure, and fantasy with a little bit of romance. I will be talking about some slight spoilers so.
Recca Hanabishi comes from a family that makes fireworks and thinks of himself as a self-styled modern day ninja. One day Recca meets Yanagi Sakoshito, a gentle girl with the ability to heal a wound or injury. Recca is actually the last surviving member of a legendary ninja clan that was wiped out centuries ago. Recca also finds out he has the power to weild fire.
How it Could be Better
Personally I proabably would've liked the story to go on longer and reveal more or at least the anime does that. I will probably be reading the manga as it will definitly reveal more. I really like the relationship between Recca and Yanagi and I think they are quite an adorable couple. The two have their moments in the show but it will probably show more in the manga.
On the other hand there are some pretty unlikeable characters in the show but that's my opinion, Tokiya and Kurei in particular. If your opinion differs that's fine. Generally though, these two are arrogant, thick skulled, and rude which I don't like or get along with those type of people in real life so why would I like them as a character? Tokiya though turns good but still a rival to Recca. Kurei is revealed to be Recca's older half-brother and what I despise is that they always have to portray the older brother as the bad guy. Not just Flame of Recca, but Inuyasha and Tower of Druaga. I take great offense to this as I am the eldest sibling and my younger brother's the one who's arrogant and rude. Just kidding, but he is kind of a silent, stuck up, 6-foot, oaf (yeah he's taller than me and 3.5 years younger). I don't look down on him and believe he can achieve anything, plus I don't blame any of my problems on him. Kurei on the other hand hates Recca but that's just the propaganda from his own stupid mother. Recca's not your problem man you are your own problem. Kurei does eventually show sympathy for his younger brother. Besides in my anime I won't portray the older brother (main character) that way.
My Conclusion
I would give this anime 4/5 stars or a 8/10 score. It is good but there's parts it can improve on. Overall, I liked the action in this series and the different fighting styles/weapons/abilities each character uses so it gets pretty interesting. I think I will probably like Yu Yu Hakusho more though.
