Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

As the Japanese style of animation is becoming more acceptable in society, new and old fans alike continue to plead for the revival of earlier, underhyped animes.

Karen Lu, Yale University

Can the genre function as a way to empower female readers and viewers, or is it doomed to merely satisfy a power fantasy?

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

In a genre that often features straightforward, simple love interests, this series adds subtle characterization to accompany its dating sim setting.