In the final episode of 2016 the gang discusses three shows, which left them with a bunch of mixed feelings. First, John elaborates on why Love Live! Sunshine!! is more of a mediocre rehash, than a good sequel to the popular idol series. After that, CC gushes over Berserk and explains why the new series is a bad place to get into this great franchise. Lastly, the hosts dig into both seasons of Active Raid to unearth its few bright spots and many flaws.

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Reviews:

Love Live! Sunshine!! (1:12)

Berserk (2016) – Season 1 (21:49)

Active Raid – Season 1&2 (51:17)

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Hello there, welcome. Please, sit down. Relax. Enjoy a nice gourmet dinner, with a glass of high-class moonshine on the side, because we have a truly delicious show for you today. After a small news aperitif, CC is anxious to tell you, why Food Wars is one of the best Shonen Anime in recent years. Then he and John sink their teeth into 91 Days and explain what makes this somber Mafia crime drama so riveting. Bon appétit!

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News:

Hayao Miyazaki can (not) retire (1:10)

The return of Panty & Stocking (4:55)

Reviews:

Food Wars – Season 1 & 2 (6:59)

91 Days (29:39)

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Two video game related series and an unexpected sequel provide the discussion material for this episode. CC takes the lead by ranting on why Ace Attorney is a subpar adaption of the popular Capcom franchise. On the other side of the coin, John weighs in on how Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope’s Peak Academy manages to succeed on all levels as a great cross-media experience. Closing out the show is CC’s review of D.Gray-man Hallow, a flawed sequel to a more than 8 year old show, that is nonetheless worth checking out.

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Trash Stash:

Ace Attorney (1:34)

Reviews:

Danganronpa 3: The End of Hope’s Peak Academy (30:59)

D.Gray-man Hallow (58:28)

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On this episode, that for some reason turned out even longer than the last one, 3 seems to be the dominating number. CC kicks things off by pulling the surprisingly enjoyable violence fest Taboo Tattoo out of the garbage pile. After that John increases the level of quality and heartwarming cuteness by reviewing Sweetness & Lightning. Last but definitely not least, both hosts join forces to give you their opinions on the newest entry in the iconic Macross franchise: Macross Delta.

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News:

Saki Live Action Series (1:19)

School Girl Strikers Anime Series (5:50)

Klonoa Anime Film (9:09)

Gal Gun VR – Why Inti, why? (12:23)

Trash Stash:

Taboo Tattoo (16:35)

Reviews:

Sweetness & Lightning (39:25)

Macross Delta (1:01:21)

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On this behemoth of an episode, John talks about his visit to this year’s New York Comic Con. After that, it’s time to take a look at all the new shows of Fall Season in the Sneak Peek. Last but definitely not least, John and CC review Mob Psycho 100, the new hit-series from the creator of One-Punch Man.

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Re-Con:

New York Comic Con 2016 (1:35)

Sneak Peek:

MSG Iron-Blooded Orphans – Season 2 (16:31)

Haikyuu!! – Season 3 (17:40)

Sound! Euphonium – Season 2 (19:30)

Yuri!!! on Ice (22:05)

All Out!! (25:15)

Teekyu (27:28)

ClassicaLoid (29:17)

Flip Flappers (32:04)

My Wife is the Student Council President (34:40)

Occultic;Nine (36:54)

Drifters (39:25)

WWW.Working!! (43:13)

Tiger Mask W (45:48)

Nanbaka (48:29)

Brave Witches (50:55)

Natsume’s Book of Friends (53:11)

Trickster (55:58)

ViVid Strike! (57:55)

Keijo!!!!!!!! (64:12)

Gi(a)rlish Number (68:48)

Izetta: The Last Witch (73:30)

Review:

Mob Psycho 100 (78:08)

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The last Regalia comparison post is here. This post won’t be as hefty as the previous one, but just the same, let’s finish this up!

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Time for part 3! There’s a lot more changes this time around, so let’s just jump right into it!

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It’s time for the next gallery! What changes were there in episode 2 of Regalia? Click ahead and find out!

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Regalia: The Three Sacred Stars took a short break over the course of August to fix quality issues. The first four episodes re-aired in September and they do sport a few changes. Since some of the episodes contain much more changes than others, they will be broken up across a few different posts to differentiate them. Some images may contain minor spoilers, so please beware.

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On the news, John and CC talk about a bunch of upcoming live action adaptions of Anime and Manga properties. Things get truly heroic, when they dish out their final review of Spring Season 2016: My Hero Academia.

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Interview with the cast and crew of My Hero Academia

News:

One-Punch Man Season 2 (0:51)

JoJo’s Bizarre Live Action Adventure (2:07)

Sakamoto’s Unaired 13th episode (9:15)

Lupin Live Action (11:42)

Return of the Live Action Guyver movies (15:00)

Megumi Toyoguchi taking time off (19:25)

Regalia revamped episode comparison shots on the website (23:35)

Review:

My Hero Academia (25:48)