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Steins; Gate: the paragon of what a good Sci-Fi/Drama anime should strive to be.
This anime is obviously listed as #2 on the site right behind FMAB, and there is a reason. The story is phenomenal. When the series first starts, it has a light hearted, cheery tone, and is still entertaining in that regard, until about halfway through, when it analyzes and go in depth with all the major characters, and transforms the protagonist from a funny scientist to a man clearly on the brink of insanity. Although the art style may annoy one at first, this series is definitely worth it. Amazing anime.

Ah, Kuroshitsuji, Black Butler. How attractive art thou.

This anime gets a 7. A solid 7. This is a charming, rather dark story about a child with lost innocence yet a pure soul. If that makes any sense at all. Anyway, the art style was amazing, and the characters oh so charming. The title theme was catchy and I found myself mumbling it under my breath when I wasn't watching it.There were serious moments, and there were moments when you laughed out loud, and there were moments when you really questioned your decision to watch this show, but at the same time you were ... so sucked in that you just didn't care.

Now, some flaws to point out. There were episodes that were incredibly insignificant. Yes, they were funny and enjoyable, and I have no complaints that they were there in the first place. However, in the grand scheme of things, it hindered the storyline quite a bit. Also, there were moments that obviously only catered to the fangirls, but the moments were few and far between, and I didn't notice them until I watched a second time. In other words, you don't notice until you start looking.

Overall, this was a very enjoyable anime. I have trouble finding little jewels like this anime nowadays, with wonderful art style, little to no sexualized characters, lovable and memorable characters... that's a tall order to fulfill. And Kuroshitsuji has all that to offer and more. This anime is definitely worth your time if you're hungry for a supernatural, charming, show.

Now, before I probably gush at this popular anime, let me just disclose that this was the one that got me back on the anime scene, so I probably will be a bit bias because I didn't judge as harshly as I do now.

So, Shinjeki No Kyojin, Attack On Titan. It had a good start. Got some good character development, good development on the world, good amounts of gore, some humor mixed in, and, good, upbeat, rock title themes. Another thing to note is that there was pretty much NO romance. This season, anyhow. Kept it nice and serious, stuck to the story, and I ... have no quarrels with that. That's what Fanfiction is for. Yay, no fanservice!
It's a really nice start. The second season is due to come out next year, and my hopes are high. It was unbearably addicting to watch, and I'm glad I got to it after it was already complete, otherwise I would have probably died from waiting so long.

Some flaws to note are: filler episodes. I have argued in the past that they were completely relevant to develop the characters more, but the episodes did nothing to advance the story. Another thing is the kind of cliche bunch of characters. Again, I do like all of them, still in early stages, but looking at them closer just makes me feel like it's been done before. All got some dark past, but at least it still ties in with the story: Eaten by a Titan! Well, in one case.

Overall, if you haven't watched this anime yet: where have you been? This show will take you on a roller coaster ride, whether you're accustomed to gore or not. Original premise, besides the eating humans thing, edge of your seat moments all around, and I don't think you'll cry. Probably. Maybe. Message to readers: Go add this anime to your hitlist! (unless you REALLY don't like gore)