Sorry I couldn't bring this to you sooner, but me and Taka still happen to have a life outside the sites we visit. Anyway, we had a lot to cover for you guys!
Quick Rundown
Bigheart's Thoughts
First, let me get this out of the way: It looks like RightStuf seems to have just recieved a bunch of old copies of the Hetalia Manga from somewhere, so they have them listed on sale. It seems a bit depressing since the covers are still from the Tokyopop versions. Moving forward, My most interesting catch is the full series re-release of the first Lupin III series. I don't remember seeing much of it right now, but it must've been fun. I haven't checked out Fujiko Mine yet, but I plan to see it soon (even though I'm already knee-deep into another wiki project right now). Some others that caught my eye was the release of Gantz Vol. 23, Blue Exorcist DVD Vol. 4 and the full series "Classic Collections" release of the Ouran High School Host Club anime. I already saw OHSHC and it was fun, but I bet the other ones might be pretty good. One more side note: Pokemon Conquest, the collaberation between the titular franchise and Nobunaga's Ambition has been released recently, and it looks pretty good. Heck, one of the characters prouldly has a Luxio. :) [picture and a few links via GiantBomb.com]
Takashichea's Thoughts
Out of the four (Bigheart) mentioned earlier, I have tried Blue Exorcist on Crunchyroll and Lupin the Third on UTB Hollywood. I love Blue Exorcist, but I'm at a loss with the ending since volume 4 covers episodes 20-25. It has a strong introduction, yet the anime is too short. For Lupin III, I love the show, and I wish I can watch more of it. My favorite character is Goemon due to two episodes that dealt with him: his past and a love interest that pretended to be a ghost. I've heard of Ouran High School Host Club due to my sister's obsession with it. I'll try it because I'm curious why my little sister likes it. After reading Gantz's synopsis and critic's receptions, it's in the same boat with Deadman Wonderland except with aliens. Both are very gory manga series. I don't know if I should try another anime like Deadman Wonderland.
This Week's Releases
Sources are from RIghtStuf.com, Amazon.com and Gamespot.com Next week, we aim for another article to come around on time (as in Next Wednesday)! @__@
Anime Series
| Name (Format) | SRP (BR/DVD)* | Company | Amazon.com Price (BR/DVD) | RightStuf.com Price (BR/DVD) | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Towanoquon (Blu-Ray) | $69.98 | Sentai Filmworks | $42.48 | $41.99 | 6/26/2012 |
| Blue Exorcist 4 (DVD) | $37.48 | Aniplex of America | $48.98 | $29.98 | 6/29/2012 |
| Lupin the 3rd: First TV Series Complete Collection (DVD) | $59.95 | Eastern Star | $49.99 | $44.96 | 6/26/2012 |
| Ouran High School Host Club Complete Series (DVD) | BR: $49.98 DVD:$49.98 | Funimation | BR: $28.85 DVD: $34.99 | BR: $29.99 DVD: $29.99 | 6/26/2012 |
| Maria-Holic: Alive | $49.98 | Sentai Filmworks | $44.99 | $37.49 | 6/26/2012 |
Manga Volumes
| Name & Volume | Publisher | SRP | Amazon.com | RightStuf.com | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetalia Axis Powers Vol. 3 | Tokyopop | $15.99 | N/A | $10.99 | 6/26/2012 |
| Gantz Vol. 23 | Dark Horse | $12.99 | $10.39 | $9.74 | 6/20/2012 |
| Alice in the Country of Clover: Bloody Twins | Seven Seas | $13.99 | $10.95 | $10.99 | 6/30/12 |
| Alice in the Country of Hearts Omnibus 3 | Yen Press | $18.99 | $15.19 | $14.24 | 6/26/12 |
| Dance in the Vampire Bund Vol. 12 | Seven Seas | $11.99 | $9.19 | $8.99 | 6/30/2012 |
| Olympos Omnibus | Yen Press | $18.99 | N/A | $14.24 | 6/26/2012 |
| Spice and Wolf Vol. 6 | Yen Press | $11.99 | $8.76 | $8.99 | 6/26/2012 |
| Witch Hunter Vol. 1-2 | Seven Seas | $16.99 | $11.19 | $12.74 | 6/30/2012 |
| Witch & Wizard Vol. 2 | Yen Press | $12.99 | $10.39 | $9.74 | 6/26/2012 |
| Sunshine Sketch Vol. 6 | Yen Press | $11.99 | $9.29 | $8.99 | 6/26/2012 |
| Kobato Vol. 6 | Yen Press | $11.99 | $6.62 | $8.99 | 6/26/2012 |
Videogames of Interest
| Name | Publisher(s) | Companie(s) | Systems | Amazon.com | Gamestop.com | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokemon Conquest | Nintendo, The Pokémon Company | Tecmo Koei | Nintendo DS | $39.69 | $34.99 | 6/18/2012 |
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