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Edited this entire review. I'm watching this subbed and I recommend you do the same. I've seen a few episodes of the dub and they've completely butchered it.

It's that time again: when one Yugioh series comes to an end and we get a fresh start with new characters. Comparing to it's past series, 5D's definitely takes on a more mature feeling. Not just because the characters are older and more serious, but not everything is a ray of sunshine for our protagonist this time around if you catch my drift. ;]

Story - Well, the story was a bit different. It is set many years ... into the future so we can't expect any recurring appearances from any GX or DM characters. So far the story has had three major arcs. The early episodes really introduce the characters and the new way of dueling which is called a "Riding Duel". However, when the second arc (the Dark Signer arc) begins, the show gets much more dark and much more exciting. The third arc is still underway so I can't comment on it thus far.

We still have this obsession with Dragons in the Yugioh franchise for some odd reason, this time being the "Crimson Dragon". You've got your general bad guy who plans on using some ancient power by using special people known as "Signers". Weird, eh? It takes a little while for the plot to begin, but we do get to see some background on our main character, Yusei, and his relationship with our so-called "Kaiba" of this Yugioh series, Jack Atlas, in the meantime. Like I said, it takes on a more mature plot, but it still is a kid's show.

Sound - The sound isn't that bad. The sound of a bike motor revving can get annoying, but I guess that's something you'll have to get used to when watching 5Ds. The OP and ED themes aren't that bad either.

Art/Animation - I'd say the art was pretty good this time. Technology is a wonderful thing, isn't it?

Enjoyment - To be completely honest, I hated this show at first. My initial thoughts were somewhere along the lines of "What the hell?!" When you watched the original DM, you loved it (if you didn't, you probably wouldn't be reading this review and if you haven't watched the original series but would like to watch this one, you should check out the prequels first [you don't need to, though]). When you watched GX, you were a little taken back by the new characters, but in the end it still was decent (give or take). But this...this new concept they came up with...it's just insane (at first). DM focused on tribute summons, GX on Fusions, and this time we get Synchro monsters. Initially, it's just a no, but you get used to it and it really fleshes out as a show and the rules changes (more like additional rules) are great! They don't ride bikes for every duel I might add! The one thing that I'd have to complain about is how they always make the main character (this time around his name is Yusei) duel soooo much while other awesome characters (coughAKIcough) don't get to duel as much, and if they do they don't do as well as Yusei. But it's still very enjoyable.

Overall, 5Ds isn't that bad after adjusting to it. Just get ready for a bunch of bikes, new rules, and an interesting bunch of characters. Keep an open mind and enjoy. :P

Digimon Savers - the newest installment of the Digimon franchise. After a few years without Digimon, I was a little skeptical as to what this season would be like.

For starters, I wouldn't recommend watching this if you are unfamiliar with past seasons of Digimon. They fail to explain basic facts that would leave newcomers perplexed.

Character - Like all Digimon seasons, we have our main team of protagonists who set out to defeat the evil Digimon and save their own world as well as the Digital World. This time we get a cocky leader, Marcus, the more-mature and smart guy, Thomas, and the older female ... lead, Yoshino. Yes, I watched the dub, so I'm unfamiliar with their original names. The character's can become rather annoying to watch, especially their useless arguments every other episode. It just gets old...fast. Not my favorite batch of DigiDestined...that's for sure.

Story - Digimon Savers started out in the worst possible way. They spend over 10 episodes on the same concept: an evil Digimon appears in the human world and our protagonists fend them off while growing in power and battle experience. I understand that they wanted to show off their Digimon's forms, but we don't need to see the same thing numerous times that has almost nothing to do with a plot of some sort. It was extremely boring. When the real story finally starts, it can be a little confusing. Like all seasons, we get our first bad guy "boss" and then we get the true enemy. I suppose towards the end that the story gets more shocking, but it isn't anything special.

Art & Sound - The art is alright. I actually preferred the style used in previous seasons, but it isn't anything to complain about. The sound can get annoying, though.

But anyway, Digimon Savers is probably the season that you would either love or hate. I, personally, hated it, but that's just me.

Madofuki Park is a Shounen, Comedy, Sci-Fi one-shot about a young boy named Park in a city set in the future.

Story - Park works as a window-washer to earn money to support his "Jii-chan", who suffers from a sickness, and often causes problems in the city. Not too unique. =/

Character - Well, we learn a little bit about the character's past, but there really isn't anything that stands out. The main character, Park, is a typical Shounen character...gets in trouble a lot, but does what he does for a good reason.

Enjoyment - Didn't enjoy it that much. The "comedy" aspect of it wasn't that ... funny, nor original.

Art - The art wasn't that bad. Everything was supposed to look futuristic so it was interesting to see the new type of cars they drove around. :P

Overall, Madofuki Park isn't the type of One-shot to read when you're looking for something good to read. I'd recommend reading it if you're in the mood for childish humor and a quick read. :P