Having said that, my opinion on the series as a whole has drastically changed. The anime did a great job at following the series's source material, but I feel like the anime is better as something to regard as a stand alone thing. Like most people after the finale I decided to start reading the manga where the season leaves off. I won't post any spoilers, but it honestly feels like it does a complete U-turn into utter stupidity. They took such a cool and awesome idea and just bring it into the worst place possible. With the manga suppose to be only 20 volumes it's expected to the end in about a year or so. With the chances of a second season of the anime maybe being the year after that. Those who are looking forward to it, I wouldn't hold my breath. It will most likely leave a bitter, sour taste of ash in your mouth and taint a series you once thought you loved.
I thought this season was great and honestly the soundtrack is what makes it. Enjoy it for what it is but don't expect much more. If they ever get around to making a second season, that's cool but in my opinion I feel that it is better left off as it is. It will get you hooked but then lead you into heartbreak and despair if you read what goes on after it ends. That's just my opinion, the opinion of a fan who feels betrayed.
