Kate Tiu

Kate is a self-proclaimed Slytherin (but is actually a Ravenclaw), loves the color purple, is a certified Ghibli lover and a freelancer who loves to sip on matcha, and has a micro-obsession with crystals and bracelets.

She grew up watching Disney movies and even memorized their dialogues by heart.

Her interest in anime started when she first watched Sailormoon on their small box TV back in the 90s. Ever since then, her interest branched from everything magical to mecha (anime or not).

The works of Hayao Miyazaki, especially Spirited Away (her favorite movie), have made a profound impact in her interest in anime, which eventually led to crafting and cosplaying.

Magi is a fantasy, adventure, and shounen series. It is well done and a guaranteed favorite that will leave viewers satisfied by the end—it’s not an exaggeration by any means. Magi’s plot is good, and the storytelling and the dialogues are top-tier. The characters are likable. Not to mention, the drawing style of the cast …

Tokyo Ghoul is a gem and is definitely a must-watch anime. It has a superb plot and storyline, beautiful character designs, and exciting perspectives from opposing worlds. Tokyo Ghoul is one of those animes that leave viewers enraptured as they watch the protagonist’s life go from normal to hellish all because of a romantic date. …

Grab some tissues to wipe away your tears, dear viewers, as we bring you Violet Evergarden. The visuals and bright color palettes are chosen and sculpted by Kyoto Animation. Violet Evergarden is an all-in package. From beautifully drawn characters, fantastic storytelling, an emotion-inducing plot, and a beautifully crafted universe, viewers are guaranteed to have a …

“Kamehameha Wave!” the iconic line would be enough to stir nostalgia in any anime fan. Dragon Ball is an epic action and fantasy anime, one of the originals to put the shonen genre out there. It was one of the first few anime releases to have animated epic fight scenes and villains that just push …

2012 was a year of game-concept animes. Whether you are an anime fan or not, the name SAO, better known as Sword Art Online, might have slipped inside your radar– be it by word of mouth or on the internet. SAO continues to maintain its popularity and is still being talked about today. What’s not …

Berserk is infamously known for its dark theme, with violence, gore, and sexual content. Viewers under 18 or viewers who cannot stomach watching those types of scenes are not advised to watch the series. It really encapsulated the “darkness” of the genre it took after. The violence is intense, and the art style really captures …

The Seven Deadly Sins, as you might have already encountered in the biblical context, are the sins of pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth. But in the case of this anime, the Seven Deadly Sins are not the antagonists of the show but the protagonists. The Seven Deadly Sins is a band of …

House of the Dragon is an American television series that falls into the genre of fantasy drama. It is a prequel to HBO’s most-watched television series of 2019, Game of Thrones. Currently, HBO’s most-watched television series is House of the Dragon. House of the Dragons is one of the most famous shows of 2022, but …

Danganronpa is originally a visual novel adventure game and not an adaptation from the usual source material, which is the manga. Maybe that explains the dramatic and kind of noon-time game show style of delivering their dialogues. But it’s not in a bad way, though; the dramatic poses and speeches make it entertaining to watch. …

Code Geass is still one of the most popular mecha genre anime to date, with an intricate storyline, complicated characters, and excellent fighting scenes. There is no doubt why it was such a beloved anime in the 2000s. Moreover, it withstood and remained significant despite big anime releases years later. Code Geass allows viewers to …

Hunter X Hunter, abbreviated by fans as “HxH”, sets itself apart from other shounen anime through its unique plot, unconventional storytelling, entertaining cast, and outstanding fight scenes. Hunter X Hunter has an enrapturing universe composed of 6 outlandish continents, with a myriad of diverse creatures, mythical animals, and beautiful landscapes. Apart from the world being …

Bleach is one of the anime that popularized the shounen genre and is well-liked and well-received by the anime community. Bleach is a thrilling experience to watch, especially if you are a fan of the supernatural. If you are looking to delve into Japan’s adaptation of their own version of the grim reaper – this …

Anime and non-anime fans might subconsciously remember a Jojo-related meme, so that says a lot about how meme material this series is. The anime does not shy away from being “over the top” but embraces it. Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure is proudly loud and eccentric in a way that just makes viewers enjoy. It is unique, …

Demon Slayer, better known by its Japanese title “Kimetsu no Yaiba,” is one of the popular anime releases in the year 2019. Demon Slayer is great to watch, especially for viewers who are beginning to invest in becoming an anime fan. Demon Slayer, plotwise, is simple to follow and easy to understand. It is a …

One Piece is one of the “OG” animes and one of the most recommended to watch despite its infamous 1000+ episodes. One Piece is long – very long. Some anime viewers started watching this masterpiece when they were just elementary school kids but are now full-grown adults. Some literally grew up with this anime franchise, …