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Starsnostars
Jan 17, 2009

The Master of Magnetism
5. In/Spectre
This show had definite pacing problems but the strong character work kept me invested throughout. Hopefully the announced season two can build on the strengths of the show.

4. Akudama Drive
What impressed me most with Akudama Drive was how satisfying the ending was, it's so common for shows to end with a whimper after a strong start but Akudama Drive had no such problems and ended just as confidently as it started.

3. BNA
I always have a soft spot for Studio Trigger anime which allows me to gloss over any flaws. The relationship between Michiru and Nazuna is key here and the quieter moments between the two are the highlight of the show.

2. Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken
This feels like a million years ago now rather than the beginning of the year, what I think worked so well here was the passion about their art that the characters possessed which was infectious and made me just as invested.

1. Dorohedoro
This had a lot of hype, first from manga readers and then from those who watched it as it aired rather than waiting for Netflix to release it but it didn't disappoint. Interesting world building and compelling characters who you want to root for despite being opposed to each other.


Honorable Mentions
Great Pretender probably would have made the list if not for a a bad final episode that soured me on the preceding episodes. OP of the year goes to Gleipnir while ED of the year goes to BNA.

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