Strictly Anime

We share our favorite anime openings and endings from 2023. It’s the return of this annual episode where we share every OP and ED that stuck with us this year. Plus, we have more patron and listener submissions with some surprising popular picks! Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review The Boy and the Heron (Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru ka). Miyazaki’s (not) final film is a beautiful story rooted in grief, acceptance, and family. But is it easy to pick out this story amidst a sea of abstract concepts and metaphors? We discuss the misleading title, the weird family dynamics, and the part that made Courtney’s eyes well up with tears to the point where she couldn’t see where she was driving. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss cursed moments in anime. This beloved medium is chock full of moments that sweep us off our feet or take our breath away - but sometimes, there are things we see that make us feel like we are straying further from kami-sama’s light. We begrudgingly recall some of the most abominable things that anime has thrown our way, from the absolutely tragic to the downright bizarre. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our favorite friendships and rivalries in anime. Anime is filled with amazing power systems, but none are greater than the power of friendship. Whether they’re the best of friends, or rivals with the best love-hate relationships, we’re sharing our favorites and why we cherish them. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We read bad reviews of anime. There are some people who may dislike an anime, and then there are people who hate an anime so much they need to write a scathing review. We scoured the internet to find some of the most negative (and funny) reviews of shows we’ve watched. We discuss whether their bad reviews hold validity or if they’re just being haters. It’s almost like we’re reviewing their reviews. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first part of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (Sousou no Frieren). This anime isn’t flashy or action-packed, and it instead focuses on thoughtful and meaningful storytelling. And sometimes, that’s all you need. We discuss the themes of relationships and regret, deadpan characters, and how walking and talking has never looked so good. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters (Part 2). It truly is the end of an era, and we have witnessed anime history with the conclusion of this incredible show. The journey to review the final season has been long and fulfilling, and we wrap things up with our longest and most in-depth episode where we discuss every bit of AoT’s intricate finale coming full circle. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Highschool of the Dead. In celebration of Halloween, we're rewatching the anime that birthed an entire generation of degenerates. From action sequences to ecchi moments, we're discussing it all. We even pay homage to the iconic sniper scene. Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our spoiler-free Fall 2023 anime first impressions. It’s the final stretch for this year’s anime, and we have a sizable watch list to discuss. Does it compare to last year’s Fall season? No, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some great shows worth checking out. Join us as we share our initial thoughts on some big titles, some lesser known shows, and even this season’s dumpster fire. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first half of Jujutsu Kaisen season two. It’s had a bit of an odd release schedule, but this wildly popular anime is back and we finally understand the obsession with zaddy Toji. We discuss why it feels like an eternity since we’ve seen the main trio, why Gojo feels like the main character, and why JJK continues to give us lore fatigue. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We play anime Would You Rather. We put a weeb spin on this classic game, pressuring each other into choosing between two different scenarios you can only find in anime. There were some we agreed on, and some that made us question the other person’s sanity. Join us and play along! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the third season of Rent-a-Girlfriend (Kanojo, Okarishimasu). Kazuya and the girls are back and this time he’s proving he may not be as useless and pathetic as many people think. But what’s more important for his story with Chizuru: spice or depth? We debate over this question as we try to decide how this season compares to the others. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss anime that would actually work as live-action adaptations. As anime fans, we've been burned too many times by bad live-action adaptations of our favorite shows. And that is why Courtney hates them. But we're forcing her to find anime that have the potential to be great live-actions as we discuss what it takes to get these right and how they could fail.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first season of Konosuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! (Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!). You guys convinced Karl to finally watch this anime. He laughed at Kazuma’s misery. He cringed at Aqua’s uselessness and Megumin’s weebness. He got uncomfortable with Darkness’s masochism. But what did he really think about this comedy isekai? Join us and find out! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss anime characters we wish were real. You’re probably saying to yourself, “Calm down, it’s just a drawing,” but there are aspects and characteristics to many anime characters that would give them practicality and usefulness if they were isekai’d to the real world. We share our respective lists on characters that we think would make a difference in the world, would make for great jam session buddies, or would make the best hot dogs. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We guess an anime’s plot through openings and endings (part 2). It's the second round of Strictly Anime's newest game show craze as we analyze and decipher more OPs and EDs from shows unfamiliar to us both. And yes, there are actually EDs this time around. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We guess an anime’s plot through openings and endings. If you've been a weeb long enough, you know that anime OPs and EDs are notorious for spoiling the story. We wanted to put that to the test with the help of our listeners. The game is simple: they sent us OPs and EDs from shows we haven't seen, and we try to guess the plot and probably spoil ourselves along the way.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Howl’s Moving Castle (Howl no Ugoku Shiro). It’s our fourth Studio Ghibli outing, and the storytelling in this film moves along as briskly as Howl’s humble abode itself. But is the plot coherent enough to highlight its eclectic cast of characters and address its lofty themes? We break down our thoughts and much more on this merry-go-round of a review. (Which, to no one's surprise, includes a very inevitable Dark Knight reference from Karl.) Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss moments in anime we’ll never forget. There are some things in anime that are so powerful or so absurd that they're embedded in your brain forever. Most good, some bad, we share the moments in anime, the anime industry, and the anime community that have stuck with us over the years. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the second half of Your Lie in April (Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso). You don't need to love music to enjoy this show, and you also don't need to know people exist for them to be obsessed with you. We discuss the anime's portrayal of the power of music, our gripes with annoying characters and misguided emotions, and the beautiful yet emotional ending to the story.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss the anime that we dropped. To celebrate this milestone episode, we're revealing the anime that we couldn't bring ourselves to finish and explaining why we dropped them. But whether they were good shows that just didn't appeal to our interests, or terrible shows that we regretted watching, we're leaving it to our listeners to decide which anime we have to give another chance. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our spoiler-free Summer 2023 anime first impressions. In a season best spent on having some time for R&R, our watch list is admittedly a bit shorter than usual. But that does not mean this year’s slate of summer anime should be underestimated! Come take a dip with us as we talk magical vending machines, sexy sorcerers, and paint-splotched zombies. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first season of Hell’s Paradise (Jigokuraku). This show is full of criminals, weird creatures, and naked people. But even more interesting are the mysteries surrounding the island of Shinsenkyo. We speculate what the truths are behind those mysteries, try to unpack all the info dumps, and share our excitement for the next season.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Oshi no Ko season one. With one of the hardest-hitting first episodes of this year, this anime has definitely left a strong impression on the anime community. No part of the entertainment industry is safe from the scrutiny, and we discuss how the show is brutally honest about what it’s like to be an entertainer. We also share what we’re most excited for as the story progresses. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc (S3) (Kimetsu no Yaiba: Katanakaji no Sato-hen). We’ve swapped Zenitsu and Inosuke for the Mist and Love Hashira. Oh yeah, and Genya is there too for some reason. We discuss how this season feels lighter than the rest, all the hints they gave us about the lore, all the questions they left us with, and how Mitsuri deserved more. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the second half of Vinland Saga season two. "Farmland saga" has solidified itself as one of the best anime seasons of 2023. But what makes it so impressive, and how does Vinland Saga keep the magic going through the latter half of season two? We discuss these questions, share one of our only disappointments from this season, and speculate where the story might go from here. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our favorite anime soundtracks and theme songs. If animation and storytelling are the bread and butter of an anime, then music is the seasoning that gives it a burst of flavor. We discuss the songs and scores that tugged at our heartstrings or filled us with a sense of wonder, from epic orchestral symphonies to enchanting opera solos to unexpected workout songs. You can’t touch music… but music can touch you. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first half of Your Lie in April (Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso). After many recommendations over the years, we finally started this anime. But we’re suspicious because every recommendation came with the sense that something very emotional is going to happen. So in addition to talking about all the great writing and appreciation for the musical journey, we also pick apart the foreshadowing to predict what might happen by the end of the story. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss good starter anime for beginner weebs. There's a lot of excitement when a normie tells you they want to try watching anime, and when they ask for recommendations you can't help but want to throw them straight into the deep end. But in order to not scare them away for good, we've put together a practical and reasonable list of some of the anime we'd recommend to any beginner weeb.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss the worst things about the anime fandom. As much as we love to be absolute weebs, we can’t deny that there are certain aspects of the anime community that can ruin it for the rest of us. We go through a list and question why we are the way that we are, while still finding the positives of a fandom we hold near and dear to our hearts. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We play Poorly Explained Anime. The game is simple: Accurately describe an anime's plot in the most confusing way possible and see if the other person can guess the correct title. We created our own poorly explained anime prompts and compete against each other. Can you guess who created the most difficult prompts, and who scored the most points? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Suzume (Suzume no Tojimari). The film that’s got everyone obsessed with a chair is finally here, and it has worms, cats, and lots of door-locking. We share our thoughts on Makoto Shinkai’s latest movie: what we loved, what left us frustrated, and what we wished it included. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Tokyo Revengers: Christmas Showdown (S2) (Tokyo Revengers: Seiya Kessen-hen). We hadn't heard much about this season and didn't know what to expect, but were pleasantly surprised by the next arc of Takemichi's story. While it still had some issues, the second season gave us long-awaited character development and another cliffhanger that makes us excited to see what happens next. Tune in to find out all our thoughts, gripes, and speculations. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our spoiler-free Spring 2023 anime first impressions. We're back behind the mic after a short hiatus, and there's a lot to catch up on. The Spring season has an impressive variety that can appeal to most anime fans, and we're diving into the interesting shows and stories in the lineup. Join us as we share our initial thoughts on the shows we added to our watch list, ⁠and play a Strictly trivia game created by one of our amazing patrons!⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Princess Mononoke (Mononoke Hime). Our third Studio Ghibli film review is an unexpectedly mature tale of a battle between man and nature, with a young tribal prince caught in the crossfire. We discuss the relationship between Ashitaka and San, the struggles and parallels between the humans and nature, and the surprising violence as heads literally roll in this movie.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss the anime we want more of. One of the most painful experiences of an anime fan is becoming connected with a show, its story, and its characters only to find out it's incomplete. Sure, we can "go read the manga," but we will always long for the anime to be finished. We share the anime we wish we could have more of, whether it's a continuation of the series or other content like spin-offs or OVAs.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our favorite children in anime. This episode is extra special because it releases the day our baby is due, and to commemorate it we played a baby name game with our listeners. Join us as we share the anime kids we adore, and share the anime characters our listeners think we should name our baby after.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first half of Vinland Saga season two. Manga readers are known to hype up specific arcs of a story, but when we kept hearing about "farmland saga" we didn't know if they were being serious. Well, turns out they were because farming is now one of the most hype things in 2023 anime. We analyze the spectacular writing in this half of season two that makes farming and character development so good.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the second half of My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia) season six. It's sad boy hour in the second cour because Midoriya is drowning in an indescribable emptiness. We revisit the question from our part one review of whether My Hero is getting good again, and discuss Midoriya spiraling, Endeavor crying, All Might struggling, and Bakugo apologizing.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our anime guilty pleasures. Sometimes you have to be honest with yourself and admit that you like something that most people don't. We put ourselves in the hot seat and share the things we love in anime that are probably weird, cheesy, or embarrassing. Don't judge us too hard. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review To Your Eternity (Fumetsu no Anata e) season two. After an impressive and emotional first season, we had high hopes for the continuation of Fushi’s story. Unfortunately, it falls short in several places. We discuss how season one and season two compare, and theorize where the story could go in season three. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters (Part 1). While there may have been some doubt as to the format and release of this 1-hour special, MAPPA has once again delivered another incredible part of AoT. From the heart-wrenching moments of sadness, to the scenes of pure destruction, to the glimmers of hope and kindness, we discuss every facet of this special and theorize what lies ahead in the (hopefully) grand finale premiering later this year. Every era of anime has only a few shows that are so influential, they’re granted the title of “anime classic.” Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin) is destined to become a classic as it makes anime history, and to celebrate the final season we’re bringing back our Attack on Titan special event to review this 1-hour special! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards. It was a big year for anime and now it's time to recognize the best of the best. But did we agree with every nominee and winner? Who did we vote for and which of our picks came out on top? And what were our thoughts on the awards ceremony in Tokyo? Tune in to find out!⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We cast anime characters in The Office. We're changing things up by meshing anime with non-anime, and it's a lot harder than we thought it would be (that's what she said). Whether you're a big fan of The Office like us, or just curious to know who we chose, join us as we share our cast list and why we think they're a perfect fit. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss the anime worlds we want to live in. Every weeb has wondered what it would be like to live in some of the worlds we see in anime, and we're taking that a step further by analyzing which would be the most practical and interesting. Whether we're born into these worlds or get isekai'd to them, we share our top picks as well as some worlds we would never want to live in.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our favorite anime movies. These are the films that stood out and left a lasting impression on us, and are the ones we would gladly rewatch. Join us to find out which movies made our lists, and you may be surprised at some of our picks! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We discuss our spoiler-free Winter 2023 anime first impressions. There’s a lot of romance anime this season, and many of them are on our lists. However, there’s plenty of other shows we’re watching that include a CG remake, an ecchi show about a dog that’s surprisingly not a furry anime, and the very hyped farmland arc. Join us as we share our initial thoughts! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the second half of the third season of Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin). It's the final installment of our retrospective on the previous seasons of AoT in preparation for the anime's finale. We share all the hints about the AoT story we found in the second half of season three, and we discuss whether we still consider this part of the anime to be a masterpiece.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review the first half of My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia) season six. Yes, My Hero Academia is back and wastes no time getting straight to the action. This first cour takes place over the course of an intense battle between the heroes and villains, and includes plenty of moral ambiguity that makes you question who is really good or evil. We analyze every moment of the fight, and discuss whether My Hero Academia is getting good again.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

We review Mob Psycho 100 III. It's sad to say that Mob's story has come to an end, but we enjoyed every second of it. We were finally given clarity on some of the show's most ambiguous and questionable characters. Most importantly, it put Mob at the center of everything. But did the ending play it too safe? Or did it give us a satisfying conclusion? We discuss these questions and more as we reflect on the final season and look back on previous seasons.⁠ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries Twitter: https://twitter.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts