Ghostory (2009)

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Alternative Title: Bakemonogatari ( 化物語 )

Director: Tatsuya Oishi, Akiyuki Shinbo

Studio: Shaft

Genre: Action, Comedy, Harem, Supernatural

Synopsis:

After getting bitten by a vampire, Koyomi Araragi, was able to stay human thanks to Oshino's help, leaving him with a regeneration ability. Afterwards, he helps five girls get rid of the "monsters" within them with Oshino's shaman abilities.

Review:

To be honest, I only watched this series because of the "Renai Circulation" outbreak but it was disappointing that it only showed up in the Snake arc. The anime has a unique style of narration that is quirky yet captivating at the same time. There are some frames that I find aesthetic and some --unnecessary, it makes me wonder if the animators are lazy or it is just a way for them to portray creativity. As for the plot, the "removing monsters" action-packed scenes are cool but somehow it makes me think was just a front for Araragi's harem, which I think is the main theme of the story. Also, I find Araragi's lolicon tendencies can be a complete turn-off, but it gets overshadowed whenever he becomes a monster punching bag.

Overall, I only feel so-so while watching this anime. It took me months to finish it because it didn't get me hooked. I love the animation tho. The plot... not so.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

Favorite character/s:

Senjougahara. She's best girl and has the best combat skills. She's also playful and mysterious which makes her an interesting character.

 She's also playful and mysterious which makes her an interesting character

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Song/s:

Renai Circulation - Kana Hanazawa, Nadeko Sengoku

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