Synopsis for: Hitori no Shita | Hitori no Shita the outcast (Summer 2016)
Unassuming college student Zhang Chulan's (Chou Soran in Japanese) ordinary life takes a bizarre turn when a graveyard visit turns into a zombie ambush. Saved by a mysterious knife-wielding girl, he's drawn into a hidden world of ancient martial arts and hidden powers known as "Yi Ren." Grappling with his own enigmatic family lineage and the secrets left by his grandfather, Zhang Chulan must navigate a web of alliances and rivalries within this clandestine world. As he faces powerful opponents and uncovers forgotten histories, Zhang Chulan must find his own path to strength and belonging, ultimately unraveling the truth of his past and his role in this extraordinary realm. Continue reading Hitori no Shita: The Outcast (S1|S2|OVA) [1080p]→
Meisuke Nueno is, by all standard metrics, a disastrous educator who spends his days tripping over his own feet, chasing after uninterested female colleagues, and wallowing in comical levels of poverty. To the students of Class 5-3 at Domori Elementary, he is just their lovable, slightly pathetic homeroom teacher who can barely afford lunch, let alone command respect. However, beneath his clumsy exterior and the conspicuous black glove on his left hand lies a terrifying secret that separates him from every other faculty member: he is the only line of defense between the playground and the pits of hell. When the sun sets and the school's urban legends manifest into flesh-eating realities, the bumbling fool vanishes, replaced by a steely-eyed exorcist wielding the "Demon Hand," a cursed appendage capable of shredding spirits and devouring evil. Whether it is a mirror ghost haunting the bathroom, a killer snowman, or ancient demons threatening to consume the city, he stands as the spiritual guardian who will literally punch the supernatural in the face to save his kids. This classic saga weaves a tapestry of genuine 90s horror and slapstick comedy, where a lesson on fractions might be interrupted by a vengeful spirit, and the only homework assignment is surviving the night. From the confines of the classroom to the high-stakes battles of summer vacations and movie-length exorcisms, it is a nostalgic journey into the occult where the monsters are real, but the teacher is tougher. Continue reading Jigoku Sensei Nube 1996-1999 (BD 1080p)→
The legendary Demon Lord Veltol Velvet Velsvalt accepted his defeat with grace, entering a magical slumber with the arrogant certainty that he would awaken to terrorize humanity once more. Five hundred years later, his eyes snap open not to the familiar sight of stone dungeons, but to the blinding neon glare of a futuristic Shinjuku. This is not the medieval playground he remembers; it is a sprawling cyberpunk metropolis where magic has been hacked, commodified, and fused with advanced engineering to create a dazzling "Magi-tech" civilization. His terrifying dark arts are no longer viewed as unique divine threats, but merely as retro tech in a society where citizens cast spells through smartphones and cybernetic implants. Reunited with his loyal vassal, who has spent the centuries upgrading herself into a stunning mechanical powerhouse, he faces the humiliating reality of being a homeless, jobless relic with zero credit score. The concept of "conquest" has shifted from bloody battlefields to the cutthroat arenas of corporate control and digital fame, leaving him completely baffled. To rebuild his empire, he must swap his sword for street smarts, navigating a world of hackers and holographic idols while trying to comprehend why his ancient authority holds no currency here. He is forced to grind his way up from the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder, aiming to dominate the city through influence rather than brute force. It is a neon-soaked struggle for relevance where the ultimate boss monster attempts to hack the system of a society that has long forgotten to fear him, proving that true evil needs a serious software update. Continue reading Maou 2099 [BD 1080p]→
In the studio of the morning childrens' show "Together with Mama," a crew of miserable adults prepares their facades of amicable smiles and cheerful exteriors to educate a group of innocent preschoolers. In the middle of it stands Uramichi Omota, a former gymnast who can't help but bring the kids down to earth by revealing the harsh and depressing reality of adulthood, even in front of the rolling cameras. * Behind the scenes, Uramichi's much-desired peace is disturbed by his two bothersome juniors who work as the show's rabbit and bear mascots and singers: Utano Tadano, a woman who only wishes to get married; and Iketeru Daga, a handsome man with a crass sense of humor. From smoking and exercising to nihilistic outbursts, everyone's big brother Uramichi always brings up the not-so-moral side to his life lessons. * [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Ever since childhood, Scarlet El Vandimion has preferred to deal with wrongdoers by using her fists. However, to preserve her family's image, she suppresses her instincts and tolerates the abuse inflicted by her childish fiancé, Second Prince Kyle Von Pallistan. Only Kyle's brother, First Prince Julius, is aware that there is more to Scarlet than meets the eye, but she cares little about his growing interest. * In the middle of a ball, Kyle accuses Scarlet of harassing Terenezza Hopkins, a commoner that has taken his heart. Scarlet's engagement to Kyle is nullified, leaving her outraged that all of her efforts to endure thus far have amounted to nothing. Scarlet dons her studded leather gloves, once again becoming the "Mad Dog Princess." Joined by Julius and werebeast Nanaka, Scarlet is ready to give filthy nobles a taste of their own medicine—one punch at a time. * [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Ell used to be the most feared dragon in the demon realm, a full-power “king slayer” who now wants nothing more than to die properly and enjoy a peaceful retirement. That simple wish falls apart when even the latest challenger fails to defeat him, leaving him stuck alive and bored yet again. After a fated encounter with the sharp, secretive human mage Lafi, he somehow ends up as the reluctant guardian of her baby son, Dino, who might one day grow into the kind of warrior Ell has been waiting for. Training a future hero turns out to be far harder than crushing armies, and Ell suddenly finds his days filled with bottle feeding, naps, and clumsy “battle lessons” mixed in with demon world problems. Lafi’s quiet intelligence and magic keep things from falling apart, and together they form a strange little household where terrifying legends share space with toys and bedtime. The show leans into comedy and cozy family moments as much as fantasy action, turning big questions about destiny into small scenes of parenting wins and fails. As Dino slowly grows and the wider world starts to notice this unusual trio, the story gently builds toward questions about whether a child must follow the heroic path written for him, or if even dragons and “future warriors” can choose a different kind of life. Continue reading Cengjing You Yongshi [1080p]→
To prepare for reincarnation in another world, Kelvin gives up select memories from his previous life in exchange for powerful abilities, additional skill points, and an S-class summoner title. As a bonus, the goddess facilitating his rebirth, Melfina, offers him a choice of any companion to give him a head start in his summoner role. Kelvin—who has fallen head over heels for Melfina at first sight—promptly chooses the deity, confident that his passionate feelings for her will resurface even without all of his memories. * Kelvin embarks on his exciting new journey with Melfina as his guide. However, in order to summon his beloved goddess' physical form, he needs to acquire significant amounts of mana points—and the best way to accomplish this is to level up by fighting strong enemies and making contracts with even stronger companions. * [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Shinji Ikari is still adrift after losing his will to live, but the place he arrives at teaches him what it means to hope. Finally, the Instrumentality Project is set in motion and Wille make one last grueling stand to prevent the Final Impact.
Setsu Sawamura runs away from his small home village following the death of his grandfather, the legendary shamisen master Matsugorou Sawamura. On his deathbed, Matsugorou told Setsu to give up the shamisen if he was only going to imitate others instead of playing in his own way. Grieving, Setsu heads for Tokyo, hoping that the big city can inspire him to discover his own unique playing style. But Tokyo defies his expectations by drowning out all other sounds with the deafening noise of its city life. * Concerned about her son, Setsu's rich and successful mother, Umeko, waltzes back into his life and forces him to enroll in Umezono Academy. At the school, he meets Shuri Maeda, a girl who is fascinated by the Tsugaru shamisen and wishes to perform a song her grandmother once heard a long time ago. Shuri starts up a shamisen appreciation club and convinces Setsu to teach the members how to play the instrument. As he becomes more involved with the club, will Setsu be able to recover his love for the shamisen and discover the unique sound he lacks? * [Written by MAL Rewrite]
