Picked up Claymore, and am kind of disappointed that I didn't pick up the manga from the beginning. It's a great story, full of blood, and angst, and monsters and truly emotional ties. I like it, and am glad that I bought the box. This is a series I look forward to.
Princess Tutu. Should I resign as a man? I think not. Though it has heavy ballet overtones, this is a very interesting series. I was pleasantly surprised. I thought it was going to be awful, girlie drivel, and it completely changed my mindset.
I just finished "The Gokusen" and recommend it to anyone. It's a great series; really funny, yet intensely dramatic, with a satisfying ending. The whole series was just great. The English dub is one of the best I've come across (haven't even watched it subbed, yet).
I love taking a chance on an animé I've never seen, or barely heard about.
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