The calm before storm...

The title of my post says it all! It’s definitely a calm before a torrential storm. Starting tomorrow, life is back to normal, i.e. hectic schedule, meetings, classes, my own classes and the whole enchilada! Anyway, to usher in the upcoming storm this is my second posting since yesterday…

In this post, I would like to announce my favorite animes of 2009. This is MY own list and it has nothing to do with other reviews out there.

My all time favorite is Eden of the East. The very thing that attracts me to this anime is the plot and eventually the conflict. They are so incredibly intriguing. I really love the OP and the ED themes and how they actually summarize the whole storyline ( If you watch closely, though). I'm also crazy with the portrayal of the characters, however, I am not head over heal with the portrayal of Saki, though. I think she is a little bit meek and pathetic… ngeh! But I love the whole concept of this anime series. It gives the concept of 'superhero' in a brand spanking-new angle. It is so thought provoking and the fact that they introduce terminology like Seleção (The Chosen One) and Noblesse Obliges (Nobility obligates). As for me, this is definitely a must-watch anime series ever!

My second favorite anime of 2009 is K-ON! W00t! I love this anime because of the representation of the characters and most important of all is the music, the ongaku! I really enjoy watching Yui and Mio shredding their guitars. It’s so surreal and it oozes with awesomeness! Other than that, I really enjoy the storyline as well as the animation. Will there be K-ON 2! I’m not so sure. But I bet it will.

The third anime is FMA Brotherhood. I enjoy this anime tremendously because of the action-packed and fighting scene. I also love the way they portray the two main characters Edward and Alphonse Elric. Sometimes this series is slow moving in places however I still fancy the whole plot and conflict.

I hate to admit it, but sadly it’s true. I almost put this anime under my to-drop list, however there is something about this series that gets me hooked. It's probably the characters. The series is none other than Suzumiya Haruhi 2. I care not to explain much, because the more I explain the more I’m confused. So, I’m just gonna leave it that way. Somehow, some things are better left unsaid…

Trying it on for size....

Warning: Nudity ahead!


Recently, while surfing the net for new animes, I stumbled upon an anime series entitled EDEN OF THE EAST (Higashi no Eden). I ran a background check on it and I discovered that the anime series is very recent. It was aired in April 2009.

So, I downloaded all 11 episodes and I am watching them, as we speak. The plot is very intriguing as well as thought-provoking. It is funny and witty at the same time. So far, the overall impression that I get from this series is very positive. Meaning, I think I might like it.... This series is definitely one of its kind. I really love the concept as well as the idea.

Whoaaa! Nice view!

It opens with a girl named Morimi Saki was visiting Washington D.C during her graduation trip. Somehow, she was in trouble when two policemen cought her throwing something into the yard of the Whitehouse. However, she was saved by a man. A naked man. The man had nothing on. He only had a gun and a weird cellphone.... Obviously he was amnesiac. Well, one thing led to another, they became fast friends and then they decided to return to Japan.

Three months ago, an uninhabited areas of Japan were missiled. However, no one died and therefore this incident was disregarded by the Japanese and the day was dubbed as Careless Monday. What's the connection between the amnesiac guy and this incident? Well, you really have to watch the series to find the connection.

In this series, you will be introduced to an idea so crazy that it will stir your noodles... What is Noblesse Obliges? What on earth is Seleção? Who the heck are Juiz and Mr. Outside? I'm still figuring them out.

Other than the intriguing plot, I also love the portrayal of the charaters, especially the protagonist, Takizawa Akira a.k.a Seleção No. 9. He is very smart, witty, funny as well as bold. Apparently, in the beginning of the series, he was amnesiac after he went through a brainwashing process.

Anyway, I would love to recommend this anime series to all (despite some nudity) especially those who enjoy psychological-themed anime. Even though this anime series can be classified as comedy, the theme exudes rather serious tone.

Wanna give it a try? Click HERE to download the episodes.