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05/10/2025

October 3rd saw the publication of "Beast of Man ~ Legend of the Death Metal Demon: Hell's Live Torture Apocalypse" Volume 1, which included a recommendation on the cover from Marty Friedman, famous guitarist and former lead guitarist of the thrash metal band Megadeth.

By Kabocha (100 Cheat Skills; The Writing of Secret Minds) and started up on April 2nd, 2025, this manga - known in Japan as "Beast of Man ~ Desumetaru Majinden Jigoku no Raibu GÅ�mon Mokushiroku" - follows the handsome college student Ikuto Hirose who believes that effort without results is worth less than garbage, and getting passionate about something is a waste of time.

His hope is to just live a normal, productive and non-wasteful life, however due to an unexpected turn of events he finds himself forced to become the lead singer of a death metal band!

Website: https://comic-walker.com/detail/KC_006294_S/episodes/KC_0062940000200011_E?episodeType=first

05/10/2025

A new teaser visual and a second promotional trailer was released for the second season of "Otonari no Tenshi-sama ni Itsunomanika Dame Ningen ni Sareteita Ken", also known as "The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten", on October 4th or "Angel Day" in Japan.

Promo Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYtTtdZWJc8

Website - https://otonarino-tenshisama.jp/

Adapted from the light novel written by Saekisan and illustrated by Hanekoto, the story follows the stoic and lonely high school boy Amane Fujimiya who one day finds Mahiru Shiina, his classmate that others call an "angel", in distress on a rainy day.

After he lends her his umbrella, Amane decides to repay the favor and help him around his house, and before they realize it, a relationship slowly begins to blossom between them.

Season 1 of the anime was released in 2023.

05/10/2025

On October 4th, Manga UP! published the first chapter of a new manga series called "The Strongest Swordsman Who Dreamed Of Becoming a Knight Reincarnated as a Dropout Lady of a Knight Family" (Kishi ni Akogareta Saikyo no Kenshi, Kishi Kakei no Ochikobore Reijou ni Tensei Suru).

Drawn by Negishi Machiko & story compisition by Natsumi Matsushima, and adapted from the written works of Kouta Kaedehara, this manga adaptation of Kaedehara Kouta's novel follows a swordsman who trained diligently every day to become a knight, and although he was recognized as the strongest, he died in battle before achieving his dream.

However, when he wakes up, he finds himself reborn as Arle, the daughter of the Duke of Amethysta, a family of knights... this is the story of an unrivaled knight-obsessed young girl as she rises to power using overwhelming strength!

Website: https://www.manga-up.com/titles/1616

05/10/2025

"Witch Watch" is getting a 2nd anime season

Website: https://witchwatch-anime.com/

From 's manga, the plot sees Morihito Otogi's peaceful, ordinary life flipped upside down when his childhood friend, Nico, moves in with him.

The fact is Nico is a witch-in-training, and Morihito, descendant from a long line of ogres, is her sworn protector, even though most of the trouble they end up in is due to Nico messing up one of her spells.

Between magical mishaps, and the awkwardness of sharing a home, their lives become a whirlwind of supernatural hijinks and threats.

Season 1 aired for 25 episodes between April ~ October 2025.

05/10/2025

One more Thursday debut for Week 1 of Fall Anime 2025:

Pass the Monster Meat, Milady!
Akujiki Reijou to Kyouketsu Koushaku: Sono Mamono, Watashi ga Oishiku Itadakimasu!

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 6:28pm SAST / Friday, October 3rd - 1:28am JST
Nr. of Episodes: 12

Genre: Fantasy / Gourmet / Romance
Type: Manga Adaptation

Any proper noble lady must cultivate refined tastes, and Lady Melphiera’s delicacy of choice is… monsters!

Unfortunately, society frowns upon such unladylike cravings and brands her the “Voracious Villainess.” At a banquet, she’s attacked by a monster, only to be saved by the feared “Blood-Mad Duke.”

He’s brutal, mysterious, and charming. Could he be the one to appreciate her monstrous appetite?

Streaming: Crunchyroll - https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GT00364840

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvutMIYKa2g

Website: https://www.tbs.co.jp/anime/akujiki/

05/10/2025

Another Thursday release for Fall Anime 2025 - Week 1:

I Saved Myself with a Potion!: Life in Another World
Potion, Wagami wo Tasukeru

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 6:00pm SAST / Friday, October 3rd - 1:00am JST
Nr. of Episodes: TBA

Genre: Fantasy / Short-Form
Type: Light Novel Adaptation

Kaede, an ordinary high school girl, suddenly wakes up in an unfamiliar alleyway — only to realize she's been transported to a mysterious world inhabited by beastmen, elves, and dragons.

Among her belongings, she discovers a strange book that wasn't there before. To her surprise, it allows her to create potions simply by chanting the word "create."

Relying on these potions to survive, Kaede navigates the challenges of this fantastical world while clinging to the hope of one day returning to Japan. Her journey of struggle and discovery in this otherworldly realm is just beginning...

Streaming: Prime Video - https://www.primevideo.com/detail/I-Saved-Myself-with-a-Potion-Life-in-another-world/0L03PFTHQYFJQ1COQZWE3GC4WV

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhzVfToITyw

Website: https://animationid.com/potion/

05/10/2025

Out for Fall Anime - Week 1 this week Thursday:

Dusk Beyond the End of the World
Towa no Yugure

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 5:26pm SAST / Friday, October 3rd - 0:26am JST
Nr. of Episodes: 12

Genre: Drama / Sci-Fi
Type: Original

After waking from a long cryogenic sleep, high school student Akira Himegami finds himself in a world he no longer recognizes. The city lies in ruins from war, society is now governed by an organization called OWEL, and traditional marriage has been replaced by a new system known as "Elsie."

As Akira struggles to comprehend this drastically changed future, a familiar figure appears before him — Yuugure, who bears a strong resemblance to his girlfriend Towasa. To his shock, Yuugure smiles gently and proposes: "Akira... please marry me."

Confused by her sudden proposal, Akira agrees to travel with Yuugure, holding onto hope that somewhere in this world, the real Towasa is still alive.

Along their journey, they encounter the evolving forms of love in this new era and reflect on what their bond truly means.

Streaming: HiDIVE - https://www.hidive.com/season/32844

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f02Yho-c-Pw

Website: https://towanoyuugure.com/

05/10/2025

Another release for Fall Anime - Week 1 on Thursday:

A Star Brighter Than the Sun
Taiyou yori mo Mabushii Hoshi

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 4:56pm SAST / 11:56pm JST
Nr. of Episodes: TBA

Genre: Romance / School
Type: Manga Adaptation

Sae and Koki have been friends since childhood. One fateful day at the end of middle school, she has a revelation: Koki has grown up!

Now they're in high school, and she has another revelation: she has feelings for Koki! But Sae isn't the only girl who does... The question is, who does Koki have feelings for?!

Streaming: Prime Video - https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0FDNZG74Z3YIIIQ4HPWX966TO2

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppuYtzTg83Y

Website: https://tamahoshi-anime.com/

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05/10/2025

Also out for Thursday - Week 1 of Fall Anime 2025:

This Monster Wants to Eat Me
Watashi wo Tabetai, Hitodenashi

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 3:30pm SAST / 10:30pm JST
Nr. of Episodes: 13

Genre: Drama / Girls' Love / Supernatural
Type: Manga Adaptation

"I've come to eat you," so softly utters the mermaid Shiori as she emerges from the sea and takes high school girl Hinako by the hand.

Hinako lives alone in a town by the sea and possesses an unusually delicious body that is irresistible to nearby monsters. To ensure that she matures to the best condition, Shiori seeks to protect Hinako's all so that someday, she can devour every piece of her.

What will become of Hinako's feelings as this looming unjust death closes in on her...?

Streaming: Crunchyroll - https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GT00362279

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGCfgvjn4CU

Website: https://wata-tabe.com/

05/10/2025

Released on Thursday of Fall Anime 2025 - Week 1:

My Awkward Senpai
Bukiyou na Senpai.

Start Date: Thursday, October 2nd - 3:00pm SAST / 10:00pm JST
Nr. of Episodes: 12

Genre: Comedy / Workplace / Romance
Type: Manga Adaptation

Kannawa-senpai is considered many things, but smooth is definitely not one of them.

Then she meets Kamegawa, her new Kouhai. He's cute, a little nerdy, and easy to talk to. How will this awkward Senpai be able to handle these new feelings?!

Streaming: Crunchyroll - https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GT00365233

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXfwtywmeQA

Website: https://bukiyouna-senpai.asmik-ace.co.jp/

02/10/2025

Issue 44 of Kodansha's Morning Magazine came with the start of a new series - "Snow Globe Town" (Sunoudoumutaun) by Kanou Rie (Kingdom of Stars; She Is Not Cleaning Today As Well; Starlight Woman).

Source: https://morning.kodansha.co.jp/news/5794.html

This coming-of-age series follows high school students Ako and Tako, living in Toyama, Hokuriku, who dream of winning an award for a novel they have collaborated on and move to Tokyo.

It should be within their reach if they work hard, but a wall that is too high stands before them.

The town where they live has been experiencing continuous snowfall for the past 10 years, making it impossible for them to leave the town. Any attempt to leave would entail great risks...

In a town trapped by snow, can the two of them only dream?

02/10/2025

CyberAgent (Nyaight of the Living Cat; Apocalypse Hotel; Oshi no Ko; Endride) announced on October 1st that they've established an anime production studio called Studio Kurm.

Maiko Okada (Ousama Ranking (Producer); Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress (Producer); Doraemon (1979 - Production Assistant) is serving as the company's president and CEO while Yoshimichi Kameda (Bleach (Key Animator); Mob Psycho 100 (Character Design & Animation Director); Space Dandy (Character Desing, Key Animation, Animation Director)) will join the team in January 2026 as the representative creator.

Website: https://studiokurm.com/

Having established their Anime & IP business headquarters in February 2024, CyberAgent saw the recent expansion of the anime market, the diversification of works and the increase in the number of projects turning the production environment even more complex.

And so they created Studio Kurm to provide talented young creators with a more active role than ever before, and to give appropriate rewards to each individual while pursueing new forms of animation expression.

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