~Entering the Unknown~

Inuyasha – Final Act #05:

In the woods, Kohaku approached Kikyou and told her his willingness to sacrifice his life to destroy Naraku. With that, he followed her from then on. Other place, Naraku’s ‘heart’ managed to absorb the twin youkai brothers to increase his bond between his body and armor. Sesshoumaru tried to attack him but Byakuya diverted his attention and aided the ‘heart’s escape. Meanwhile, Toutousai told Inuyasha that Inuyasha was hurt by Tessaiga because of his hanyou form that could not withstand the absorption of demonic power by the sword made from fang of his youkai father. To amend this problem, Inuyasha was to seek for help from demon hermit.


When Inuyasha and others reached there, the hermit told them that his gut was stolen by a demon and this caused the villagers around him looking like demons. Inuyasha tried to identify the demon vortex from the demons while chains bound his sword and finally located the correct one, hence, the chains were released from his sword and Inuyasha passed the hermit’s test. Inuyasha was told that his sword was not meant to absorb demon ki but to cut. With the passing of the hermit’s test, Inuyasha’s Tessaiga glowed golden and became stronger.

Bleach #244:

Kenpachi defeated Kira’s Zanpakutou with a blow and blasted the others away. Encouraged by his captain’s power, Ikkaku’s comrade fought his Zanpakutou and defeated him based on will power alone. Byakuya fought Kenpachi while Byakuya’s Zanpakutou fought Ichigo. Sai Fon faced off her Zanpakutou. Rukia pulled Renji out of the debris and watched the battles around them.

FMA – Brotherhood OVA 1:

Ed and Al heard rumors about an alchemist – Judau who succeeded in human transmutation. They visited him and he told Ed how he managed to resurrect Rosalie – his master’s daughter in exchange for his eyes. Meanwhile, Al was pulled by Rosalie to the real Rosalie in a room.

Al was shocked to see the real Rosalie a shrunken form of the original body and the fake Rosalie (whose real name was Amy) told Al that she was adopted from Orphanage because of her resemblance to the real Rosalie by Rosalie’s family so that they could lie Judau to ensure his happiness. Ed learned the fact and knew even though everyone was happy with the lie; no one was actually saved and Judau’s human transmutation was never successful in the first place at all.

One Piece Issue #563: One Heart, One Man

Everyone - both pirates and Marine people were shocked to see that the one who stabbed Whitebeard was his next commander. The pirate was upset because he felt betrayed that Ace was the son of Roger who had killed his comrades before and Whitebeard had been planning to groom Ace as the next pirate king. His words shook the morale and thinking of other pirates who felt everything was a trap to get themselves killed for Whitebeard's aim to save Ace. However, Whitebeard had no grudge against him and he hugged him and told others that everyone was his family and he would protect everyone at all cost. With that, the morale resumed and they prepared to fight for Whitebeard.

Bleach Issue #381: Words Just don't like you

Mayuri and Nemu sent Ichigo, 4th squad captain and her vice captain back to the human world. Mayuri was not happy with Ichigo's comparing him with Urahara and planned to give Ichigo real terror once the battle was over. While they were running, the 4th squad captain told Ichigo that despite Aizen's ridiculous strong ability, the only one who could stand against him was Ichigo. Meanwhile, Yammy was fighting Kenpachi who sliced his fingers. Same time, Byakuya asked Mayuri's intention to stay behind and he told him that he wanted to collect data from the corpses there. Just then, he received a message and was in shock.

Meanwhile, 4th squad captain told Ichigo that the reason of his strength was that he was the only one who could not see Aizen's shikai. As such, to him, every battle was as good as lost. Therefore, she advised him never to see Aizen's shikai. Other place, Mayuri was not happy when Byakuya stated Mayuri had sent Ichigo to human world because he believed that Ichigo was the only one who could end the war. He stated that Byakuya had the same thought as him. Same time, Ichigo thanked the 4th squad captain and decided that he would be the one to stop Aizen.

Naruto Issue #470: Killer Bee Vs Kisame

Naruto knew Sakura was not truthful to herself as he understood there was no way that she came all the way just to confess her love to him. Sakura retorted that she wanted Naruto to go back to Konoha with them as she did not want Naruto to put himself into danger for Sasuke especially so because Naruto was the Kyuubi Junchuriki that Akatsuki was after. She also told Naruto that she was no longer in love with Sasuke who was a criminal. Naruto told her that he had finally understood Sasuke's hatred and thirst for revenge and was about to voice Madara's words when Kakashi stopped him. Sakura at the same time also refused Kiba's suggestion to tell Naruto the truth and stomped off, telling Kiba, Sai and Lee to go with her. As she walked off, she silently apologised to Naruto in tears. Sai created a clone to go with Sakura, Kiba and Lee while his original stayed behind to spy on Naruto, Kakashi and Yamato. Same time, Sakura asked Kiba to help her to track Sasuke down.

Other place, the four kages and their escorts were on their moves. Tsukikage's escort suggested killing Kyuubi and Hanabi Junchuriki to stop Madara's plan but was rejected as Tsukikage thought of Gaara's words that reminded him how stubborn he used to be in the past.

Meanwhile, Ponta collapsed and Kisame faced off Killer Bee. Sab interfered with his axe while Killer bee threw pencil at Kisame that aided Killer Bee's attack. But his stab could not pierce through Kisame's sword. Sab was shocked. Killer Bee evolved with Hachibi cloak and attacked Kisame. But Kisame's sword absorbed Killer Bee's chakra diluting his attacks on him. Kisame commented that Killer Bee would be dead soon and his sword evolved before them with many spikes.

Naruto Shippuuden #133:

In Konoha, Tsunade was commenting on the continuous rain and Shizune tried to reassure her that Jiraiya would return safe and sound. Tsunade betted using her past experience of poor luck that Jiraiya would not return. She thought of the words Jiraiya last spoke to her about her duping him and could not resist a smile. She prepared to give him a beating back to his old self when he returned.

In the Country of Rain, Jiraiya was shocked to see Yahiko having Nagato's Rinnegan eyes as well as five other people. Pain told him that together, the six of them were Pain. Jiraiya had difficulty fending them off and managed to drag one of them within a toad's body. Within the toad's boundary, Jiraiya managed to hit the opponent with rasengan but was accidentially stabbed by his strange rod that disrupted his Chakra flow. At closer distance, he was shocked to see the opponent a past enemy met during his trip in his younger days for ideas to his novel. Despite the two elderly toads' warning, he decided to check the real identity of the other four Pains. Jiraiya called Ma toad to escape as he went into the open. Pa toad promised to return home for dinner with Jiraiya.



Out in the open, Jiraiya was attacked by all the Pains and he was aghast to see all of them (excluding Yahiko) people he had met during his younger days' journey. His throat was crushed and his body stabbed by all Pains. He thought of his past failures of being rejected by Tsunade, failure to save Sandaime and Minato, failure to outshine his life and suddenly recalled Minato commenting Jiraiya's gallant novel and life. He also thought of Naruto who never gave up.

With a sudden surge of energy, he wrote his last words on Pa toad's back. As Pain dashed to crush them, Jiraiya fell into the water and Pa toad managed to escape. In the water, Jiraiya decided to name his last novel - Uzumaki Naruto scroll and finally understood that Naruto was the Child of Destiny.

In the woods, Naruto was leaping from tree to tree when he sensed Jiraiya touching his shoulder but when he turned around, there was no one behind him. In Konoha, Tsunade thought she saw a toad looking at her as she looked out the lake. Out in the sea, a toad was floating towards a direction.

COMMENT: I cannot resist my tears and sadness especially the part when Jiraiya thought of his failure in life during his last moments. Cannot imagine how much I'll cry when Naruto learn of Jiraiya's death.

Bleach #243:

Mayuri's Zanpakutou attacked Iba and 4th squad vice captain with his poison but they managed to duck. However, Hinamori and Matsumoto's Zanpakutous appeared and attacked them. 4th squad vice captain's leg was paralysed by Mayuri's Zanpakutou's poison. Matsumoto and Hinamori appeared and fought them Zanpakutou. Mayuri's Zanpakutou attacked them with his poison again.

Other place, Kiba defeated Hisagi's Zanpakutou but was attacked and pinned to the ground by his own Zanpakutou. Ikkaku and his comrade were also not in good position. Sai Fon was also attacked by her small Zanpakutou. Byakuya defeated Renji and his Zanpakutou. Ichigo was anxious as he fought Byakuya's Zanpakutou. Suddenly, Kenpachi broke out of a hut, surging with power and laughing insanely.

COMMENT:

New opening and ending. The new opening is cooler than Shoujo S.

Dragon Ball Kai #29:

Freeza's men confronted Gohan, Kiririn and Vegeta. The leader took the seven dragon balls away to pass them to Freeza. The remaining four faced Gohan, Kiririn and Vegeta. One of them who could freeze time was the first to fight Kiririn and Gohan. As he was held off restricting Gohan and Kiririn's movement, Vegeta sliced his head off. Gohan and Kiririn were surprised that their lives were saved by Vegeta. The remaining three debated whom to fight them next. Vegeta stated that their hell was about to begin as he knew their opponents were much powerful than them.

In space, Goku was informed by the system that he was reaching his destination in 20 minutes.

Naruto Issue #469: Sakura's Confession

Kisame faced off Killer Bee. Ponta the bear hound attacked Kisame who turned at it instead.

Out in the field, Ao fell into Fuu's trap when Fuu's possessed puppet trapped Ao's soul within it so that he could take Ao's Byakugan eye. Nearby, Torune who was carrying Fuu's physical body, was informed by Danzou that once Fuu returned, he would tell them his next move.

In the Summit, Mifune appointed Raikage the commander of the Kages. The other three agreed with smiles. They would inform the Daimiyos of all lands about their plan.

In the snow, Naruto was surprised and asked Sakura to repeat her words again. Sakura confessed her love for Naruto but her eyes were not looking at him. Kiba thought of the time back in Konoha when Sakura told others not to tell Naruto about their plan and to let her handle it herself first. Back to present, Sakura hugged Naruto. She brought out bad points of Sasuke as an outcast and good points of Naruto who was a village hero and had been by her side all the times and stated that there was no way that she could still like Sasuke. Naruto recalled the times of Sakura's expressions when she mentioned or looked at Sasuke and stated that she was lying. He told her that he desprised people who lied to themselves.

Bleach Issue #380: Devil, Devil, Devil, Devil

Ichigo was surprised to see Byakuya and Kenpachi before him. Kenpachi dashed at Ichigo to attack Yammy. They told him to return back to his town to protect it as his duty. Mayuri commented that Ichigo was a good test subject and ordered Nemu to send Ichigo back to the human world. Squad 4 captain agreed to follow Ichigo with her vice captain as well. With that, the sky opened, leading Ichigo back to his hometown to protect it from Aizen.

One Piece Issue #562: Pirate Vortex Spider Squardo

The battle went on in the execution ground. The clones of Kuma went on rampage against the pirates. Luffy tried to save Ace. Buggy interrupted the surveillance televisions. Whitebeard was stabbed in his stomach by one of the admirals.

Bleach #242:

After surrounding Byakuya and the Zanpakutous, the shinigamis faced off them respectively. Sai Fon faced off two Zanpakutous. Ichigo fought Bayakuya's Zanpakutou. Renji fought Bayakuya. Ikkaku fought and finally defeated his own Zanpakutou. His partner and his own Zanpakutou had a quarrel over their own images. Close to end of episode, Mayuri's Zanpakutou sneaked into the shinigami's quarters.

Bleach Issue #379: Beneath the Light of the Moon

Rukia noticed Ichigo's Hollow mask marking looking different from afar as Ichigo duelled Yammy. Meanwhile, Ichigo sensed his transformation was different as his mask seemed somehow heavier. Just then, Yammy crushed behind him. Ichigo was shocked to see Yammy not being affected by his Getsuga Tenshou. Yammy told Ichigo of his number - zero on his body. He stated he was stronger than any Espada in the world. Yammy sent his bala at Ichigo. Ichigo stated that if Yammy was an enemy he had to defeat, he would. Ichigo had vision of Orihime in pain as Yammy attacked him. Ichigo tried to don his mask but failed. Yammy grabbed him. Suddenly, someone attacked Yammy, slashing his arm. Byakuya and Kenpachi emerged from the smoke.

One Piece Issue #561: Luffy Vs Mihawk

Luffy rushed to fight Mihawk so that he could get closer to Ace. Two pirates went to Luffy's aid. Mihawk slashed them easily. Angered, Luffy attacked Mihawk with his rubber Gomu Gomu kicks. Suddenly, there was a glacier against the ships. Mihawk cut Buggy who was not much affected. Buggy was being exploded in the air and Luffy yelled that he would never forget him. Behind the glacier was many Kuma, ready to attack the pirates. Iva and Luffy were shocked.

Naruto Issue #468: Hachibi and Kyuubi

Madara declared the 4th Ninja war and vanished. The four remaining kages and Mifune of Iron Country began to discuss their strategies. Tsuchukage tried his best to get others to send Kyuubi and Hachibi Jinchuriki to frontline of battle. But Raikage and Gaara strongly disagreed for they knew the nature of Killer Bee and Naruto. Gaara insisted protecting the remaining Jinchuriki and others agreed. Choujirou told others that Kisame had the Chakra similar to Jinchuriki. Raikage sent his men to inform Killer Bee's students of his status and also to search for Killer Bee. He also told Gaara his meeting with Kakashi and Naruto. Gaara and others would look for Naruto and to inform Kakashi of Danzou's betrayal.

In other part of Iron Country, Naruto went into Sage mode on the roof top hoping to find Sasuke, despite Yamato asking him to get into the house. Just then, Kiba, Sai, Sakura and Lee arrived and called him. Kakashi was surprised.

Other place, Killer Bee was training under Sab-Chan sensei on rap when Kisame interrupted them, determined to catch Killer Bee. Killer Bee faced off him.

Bleach Issue #378: Eyes of the Victor

Rukia was in the gasp of Yammy who was totally in victory status. Ichigo arrived in time to save her. He slashed off Yammy's Cero and reassured Rukia that Orihime and Ishida were safe now. Rukia was confused as Ichigo moved on to fight Yammy and drove him away from Rukia, Renji and Chad so that he could fight him without fearing his friends would get hurt. When they were away from Rukia and others, Ichigo donned his Hollow mask to face off Yammy.

Naruto Shippuuden #131: Honored Sage Mode!

Jiraiya and Gamaken fought the multi-head dogs summoned by Pain. Throughout the battle, Jiraiya kept his palms together to summon Toad Pa and Toad Ma. After some difficulties using shadow clones and jutsu to distract Pain's summoned animals including giant bird and rhino, Jiraiya finally summoned Toad Pa and Ma and merged with them into Sage Mode.

Toad Ma located Pain's location. Toad Pa and Toad Ma could not believe Nagato was the child of Destiny. Jiraiya stated that Nagato had Rinnegan and because of the incorrect path of development, he had to destroy him. Pain summoned two more of his bodies before them.

Dragon Ball Kai #27:

To save his and Bulma’s lives, Kiririn gave up his dragon ball to Vegeta. Pleased, he let them off. Along the way, he found Gohan who managed to hide his dragon ball in time. Vegeta noticed the radar in Gohan’s hand but did not know its purpose. He kicked Gohan and left to find the dragon ball he had hid in the lake. Gohan finally met up Kiririn and Bulma and were glad that Vegeta did not complete all dragon balls. They evacuated their place before Vegeta returned in anger. Outside in space, Goku was still training himself. Other place, Freeza saw no sight of Zarbon and called for reinforcement to search Vegeta who had stolen all his 5 dragon balls. After Bulma went into hiding elsewhere, Kiririn took Gohan to find the elderly who could increase his ki level. Meanwhile, out in space, the reinforcements of Freeza were on their way to the planet.

Bleach #241:

Ichigo related Byakuya’s betrayal to others. Renji was angry and shocked. Rukia’s captain told Rukia the matter and she decided to investigate. In the cave, the Zanpakutous demanded Byakuya to prove his loyalty by killing Rukia’s Zanpakutou and he did. Byakuya’s Zanpakutou was shocked and aghast and decided to watch him from then on.

It was night when Renji accompanied Rukia to Byakuya’s office to search evidences. As Rukia fell asleep, she dreamed of Byakuya and was woke by a loud noise. She came out of the room to find the Shinigami being attacked. Byakuya and his Zanpakutou were there and the latter tossed Rukia’s broken Zanpakutou to her. As he was about to attack her, Renji went to her aid. Byakuya fought Renji while Byakuya’s Zanpakutou fought Renji’s Zanpakutou. When Renji and his Zanpakutou were defeated respectively, the other Zanpakutou appeared. Byakuya refused to attack Rukia further, telling her to stay out of the Zanpakutou rebellion. When the Zanpakutou were about to attack the injured Renji and the shocked Rukia, Ichigo and other Shinigami appeared to their aid.

Samurai Champloo #03:

Jin and Mugen ran off from the grumpy Fuu to seek their ways to settle their hunger and boredom problem. Mugen went to work for a corrupted gangster organisation while Jin worked for a boy whose elder sister was pulled to a prostitute den to settle their father's debt. Fuu was unfortunately forced to work in the same prostitude den and met the boy's elder sister. The boy - Shousuke and Jin infiltrated into the place in disguise. When their covers were blown, Mugen ran to look for them to fight.

Bleach Issue #377:

Kensai went to his female comrade's aid and she smiled happily that he was avenging for her. Kensai told her that he only wanted to kick Weiss's ass. Meanwhile, Aizen provoked Shinji and other Vizards of their pathetic state 100 years ago. Hiyori lost control and attacked him, ending up being slashed in her waist by Aizen. The Vizards knew that only Orihime's ability could save her as Hiyori fell towards the building, apologising to Shinji for not hinting his advice not to attack Aizen without a plan. Suddenly, Shinji noticed the approaching Ichigo who flew towards them.

Naruto Issue #467: Declaration of War

Kiba, Sakura, Lee and Sai moved forward out of Konoha in a 4-people team in search for Naruto. Sakura was quiet and appeared determined. Kiba and Lee were wondering what was on her mind as Ino had cried over the matter earlier. Lee believed Sakura had her own way of handling the matter. Kiba was determined not to let ROOT know of their acts as Sai had told them this was a top secret mission.

In the Country of Iron, the inn owner was scolding the apologetic Yamato over the damage to his building while Yamato promised he would make good the fault. Kakashi was watching Naruto who was sitting alone on the rooftop. Naruto thought of Madara's words that revenge was Sasuke's way of ninja and decided he had to confront Sasuke personally.

In the Kage Summit, Madara sent Sasuke and Karin into another dimension within his eye so that Karin could heal Sasuke. Madara began to tell the remaining 4 kages of the past of how Rikudou senin had sealed 10-tailed monster's Chakra within himself and sealed the monster's physical body in a moon. When Rikudou died, he broke down the 10-tailed chakra into 9 bijuu. According to a manuscript located near Konoha, he wanted to obtain the ultimate Sharingan by turning himself into 10 tail Jinchuriki so that he could control the world with his genjutsu. In order to do so, he needed all Bijuu including the missing Hachibi and Kyuubi. Raikage was surprised to learn that Killer bee was well and alive elsewhere and swore to treat him with his iron claw next time. When Garaa and Raikage refused Madara's threat to hand over the remaining Jinchuriki, he declared the commencement of 4th Ninja war.

One Piece Issue #560: The Prisoners of Impel Down

Hancock willingly handed over the keys to open Ace's chains to Luffy who hugged her happily. The Marine people mistook Luffy and Hancock having sumo wrestling and Hancock losing. Hancock blocked off the Marine admiral so that Luffy could rush to his brother. He was distracted by Iva's shock at Kumo's condition. Iva stated that Kumo would never work for the government. The Marine told him that Kumo had volunteered to be turned into a human weapon of the government. Iva knew Kumo had lost all humanity sense and had no choice but to fight him.

Love this Fullmetal Alchemist - Brotherhood poster with anime Yao Ling, Chang Mei, 'Father' and others in the image.

Found this from its official website.

Just feeling up to do some image combination using Ichigo, Orihime and Rukia's images....

A bit more variety of images in this journal other than Naruto's. Moreover, I'm still mentally tired from yesterday and today's work.

Bleach #240:

Some shinigami helped loading Rangiku and Hinamori’s Zanpakutou into mobile cage and took them away. Hinamori and Rangiku went on their way and met Ichigo. In Seireitei, Mayuri wanted to dissect Sai Fon’s lieutenant’s Zanpakutou and he protested.

In other place, Ichigo told Rangiku and Hinamori that Hitsugaya had managed to turn his Zanpakutou back to normal. They were relieved. Just then, Muramasa appeared after regaining in another body obtained from a Hollow. He tried to use the mind manipulating technique to Ichigo but failed due to inability to control his new body. Byakuya’s Zanpakutou appeared and fought Ichigo off Muramasa. Other place, Byakuya suddenly appeared and rescued Hinamori/Rangiku’s Zanpakutous. Same time, Ichigo defeated Byakuya’s Zanpakutou. Suddenly, Byakuya appeared and went against Ichigo. Hinamori and Rangiku were shocked at Byakuya’s betrayal. Byakuya stated that his following of Muramusa was merely due to following of his inner desire to protect his pride. With that, he and his Zanpakutou with Muramusa vanished.

Dragon Ball Kai #26:

Vegeta recovered in Freeza’s base and fled from the treatment room. Lured by the noise, Freeza and Zarbon abandoned their 5 dragon balls to find Vegeta missing. Meanwhile, Vegeta found the 5 dragon balls, tossed them out of the base and escaped. Angered, Freeza ordered Zarbon to go after Vegeta. In the sky, Gohan reached a village and was horrified by the earlier massacre conducted by Vegeta. He found a dragon ball in the lake and took it out.

In the sky, Vegeta located Kiririn who was holding the last dragon ball and flew after him. Zarbon located both of them and stalked them both to Bulma’s base. Bulma and Kiririn were horrified to see both of them. Zarbon fought Vegeta and Bulma was impressed by Zarbon’s good look until he increased his power in his ugly form. Vegeta told Zarbon that he made a mistake by reviving him back to health as Saiyajins became stronger after each defeat. With that, Vegeta stabbed into Zarbon’s abdomen and killed him.

Bleach Movie #03 – Fade to Black:

Have also watched Bleach movie #03.

The story begins with Mayuri trying to do some experiments and ended up losing his memory and his creation created havoc destroying Soul Society, enveloping several shinigamis in white sticky substance. An unknown man with Scythe appeared from the creation slashing Mayuri and later Rukia causing both of them to lose memory. A girl and the man took Rukia away. In his home, Ichigo sensed something wrong. For a brief moment, he forgot who Rukia was and was scolded by Kon until he dreamed of how he met her. Next day, he and Kon went to look for Urahara and others who also forgot who Rukia was. Urahara offered to send Ichigo to Seireitei.


In Seireitei, he was confronted by several Shinigamis, including Renji who forgot Rukia and Ichigo. Ichigo was mistook as intruder and had to fight his way. Ichigo questioned Renji of his bankai. Ichigo was healed by Hanatora who also forgot Ichigo in the subway. In Soul Society, Rukia woke in a house where the girl and her brother attended to her. Apparently, they had met before in the past and Rukia had given them names but she had forgotten about it. She remembered herself being attacked by a Shinigami then. In Seireitei, Urahara went to look for Mayuri asking him of his researches. Same time, Ichigo approached Byakuya who told him Rukia’s late elder sister’s hometown. Ichigo left and finally found Rukia. The siblings appeared, fought off Ichigo and took Rukia away.


Ichigo was confronted by Hitsugaya and others who attacked him, so were Soi Fon and others. Urahara, Renji and Yoruichi went to Ichigo’s aid. Renji had recalled his bankai’s name and also through his guts, he knew Ichigo was not an enemy. Urahara explained the situation to the Shinigami. Meanwhile, the siblings brought Rukia to Mayuri’s base hoping to regain some of her memories so that she could recall their names and also to regain her health. Same time, Urahara explained that the Shinigami remembered Mayuri because he had kept a copy of his memory in his lab. Ichigo was forgotten when Rukia was slashed because his Shinigami power was originally from her, therefore, they were linked.


Ichigo and Renji set off to look for Rukia. Ichigo made use of his link to Rukia and tracked her in Mayuri’s lab. Rukia remembered bits of her past with Ichigo and Renji when they confronted her and the siblings in the lab. The siblings activated Mayuri’s equipments and monstrous serpents broke loose. The siblings merged with Rukia’s body and fought Ichigo while Renji fought the monster. The other shinigamis joined in the fight against the monster. Ichigo managed to transfer his Shinigami power to Rukia and she returned back to normal. Rukia finally recalled the past when the younger she and the two siblings were attacked by a Hollow possessed Shinigami. The possessed Shinigami slashed the siblings into the Hollow’s world where they roamed for 100 years while Rukia lost her memory of them. She remembered their names and told them before they finally died. Rukia cried. Meanwhile, others regained their memories of Rukia and Ichigo.

COMMENT: Plot pretty boring and expected. Tired of hero saving girl in distress tales and the filler siblings look weird.

Fullmetal Alchemist – Brotherhood #26: Reunion

Envy continued fighting Ed and Ling. Ed was shocked to see the souls within Ed and Ling pulled him away in time. Envy pulled Ed into him when Ed got dazed over the souls. Other place, Scar and Chang Mei were looking for Xiao Mei when they saw Al following Gluttony into a subway. They followed them together. Chang Mei sensed life crawling underneath the ground. In the subway, Al was shocked to see skeletons lying around with chimeras. Within Gluttony’s ‘Gate’, Ed saw the Philosopher’s Stone within Envy. He recalled the Alchemy diagrams and yelled Envy to let him out, knowing a way to get out of the place. In the subway, Scar and Chang Mei fought the chimeras. Same time, Gluttony was leading Al towards ‘Father’ who sensed people approaching. In the military, Bradley related his past to Roy. He had been trained since a baby and being put in lab where a Philosopher’s Stone was injected into him. Bradley survived the injection and was renamed King Bradley. Roy asked Bradley to live as human but was refused.

Within Gluttony, Envy gathered the murals within the place while Ed interpreted the meanings. Ed confirmed his suspicion that someone had transmuted a city’s people into Philosopher’s Stone. Envy offered to tell when they got out. Envy gave his Stone to Ed. Ling told Ed to get out of the place alive. With that, Ed carried out transmutation and opened the ‘Gate’. Ling and Envy hoped in. Ed met Truth again. Outside, Al and Gluttony reached ‘Father’s base. In ‘Gate’, Ed saw two doors and… the real body of Alphonse Elric. Ed wanted to reach Al but little hands pulled him away. Ed yelled for him but he refused because he was not his soul. Ed yelled that he would definitely return to get him. Al smiled and nodded to him. The door closed and separated the brothers apart.

One Piece #420:

Luffy and Hancock’s journey went on. Hancock tried to crack conversation with Luffy. Other place, a little girl was picking wood in a snowy land when she found Robin. The girl – Soran took her in a house where the people did not seem happy, as officers were strict with strangers. Soran and others had to work a lot like prisoners in the country. Robin woke to see Soran dirty and Soran told Robin that everyone was building bridges to link islands. Soran showed Robin her drawings of outside world using her imagination. Robin told her adventures in outside world and Soran was impressed. Other people joined in to listen. Outside, a woman betrayed Robin to the officers who stormed into the building.

The other people hid Robin and were being interrogated. The officers broke Soran’s drawings. Soran watched in tears. Soran and others were arrested. Suddenly, there were gunshots for Robin attacked the officers. Soran and others were let off as the officers ran to help their comrades against Robin. Robin later arrested and was told that the prisoners came from all other countries as slaves.

In other island, Usopp was exploring in the jungle and was chased by giant bugs. A bug man appeared. He showed Usopp fruits and explained human eating plants.

Inuyasha – Final Act #01:

Naruku was determined not to let Kagura off. Other place, another Naruto body part was absorbing demons before Kagura. Hakudoshi confronted both of them. The demon and Hakudoshi told Kagura that she had to kill Naraku in order to be free from him. She thought of stealing Shikon no tama shard. Other place, Miroku called Shippou to trick Sango but was being punched by Sango in the act. In the real world, Kagome was revising her schoolwork when Inuyasha interrupted her in school, wanting her to go back with him but she snapped at him. Later, he took her back to feudal time. Other place, Sesshoumaru, Jaken and Rin were roaming checking on shard progress.

In the woods, Naraku’s insects with Hakudoshi confronted Kagome and Inuyasha, stealing the shards from her bag. Sango, Miroku and Shippou went to their aid. Other place, Kouga and his subordinates were confronted by a Naraku’s body. Elsewhere, Kohaku was fighting strong demons according to Naraku’s instruction. A father and son took him to their home to heal them. Kohaku was shocked to see the son possessed by a demon and attacked his father. Kohaku saved the father and ran after the son. He removed the demon from the boy and the demon was slained by Kagura. Kagura attacked Kohaku next. Other place, Kouga was being attacked when someone freed him with sacred arrow. It was Kikyou. In the woods, Kagura tried to snatch the shard from Kohaku hoping to end Naraku. Kohaku also wanted to kill Naraku for his hand of his father and his clan’s massacre. He had regained his memory after seeing the father and son. Naraku was watching their conversation from a mirror. Kohaku wanted Kagura to take him to the heart and she told him to run away. Suddenly, Hokudoshi appeared and Kagura sent Kohaku away from him. She and Hakudoshi fought. Inuyasha went to Kagura’s aid while Sango and Kirara went after Kohaku. Goryoumaru appeared and aided Hakudoshi to grab shikon shard on Kohaku. He flew after him. Hakudoshi took Kagura away and used her as hostage. But Kagura slashed him away and told Inuyasha and others Hakudoshi’s plot to replace Naraku with Naraku’s heart - Hakudoshi. Hakudoshi reminded Kagura that Naraku was holding her heart. Inuyasha slashed Hakudoshi who attacked Kagura. Miroku absorbed Hakudoshi with his air rip in time. Inuyasha knew Naraku had used them to finish off Hakudoshi. Kagura warned Inuyasha and others that Naraku was after the shard on Kohaku before flying off. Inuyasha told her not to die. Kohaku meanwhile was grabbed by Moryoumaru. Sango saved her younger brother in time. Inuyasha and Sango attacked Moryoumaru who vanished. Sango was surprised that Kohaku had regained his memory but he refused to be with her. Kagome tried to persuade him to stay with his elder sister. Other place, Kikyou, accompanied by her attendants, was feeling weak when two priests confronted her. They tried to attack her but were frightened off instead.

COMMENT: A continuation from part 1, will be pretty confusing for audiences who never watch part 1. New opening and ending. Graphics look like done by team who did the movie version.


Prefer the ending 'With You' by AAA. So much arts in graphics and more angst than the opening.

Valkyria Chronicles #26 – FINALE:

Squad 7 and Faldo attacked the enemy to rescue Alicia. Alicia, meanwhile, was taken before Maximillian who tried to persuade her to help him. After she backtalked him, he slapped her. Welkin found Alicia chained to the wall and Maximillian confronted him using Valkyur system. Maximillian attacked Alicia with the weapon and Welkin fought Maximillian. Alicia saved Welkin in time from the attack. Maximillian attacked both of them and Alicia confronted Maximillian. She held onto him to prevent him from hurting Welkin. Maximillian’s body crumbled and he fell into a pit and exploded. Alicia continued to glow in blue light and she called Welkin not to go to her, as she knew she was about to die in her overwhelming power. Welkin ran to her and hugged her. He returned her old scarf and kissed her. The power vanished. Welkin put the scarf back on Alicia’s hair. The tank exploded as Squad 7 evacuated from it. Welkin and Alicia walked out of it. The others cheered.

After the battle, the empire stopped the battle with Gallia. The princess despite her real identity was still accepted by the people. The commander and Lango also regained their previous relationship. Rosie also went to live with Zaka. Peace went to the city as life returned to normal for all people of Squad 7 and others. In the twilight, Welkin and Alicia watched the setting sun and their hands held.

COMMENT: Expected ending but good graphics. A new ending song for the final episode. A pity Faldio’s fate has not been explained.

About Bleach Movie #03 – Fade to Black:

Have also watched Bleach movie #03. The story begins with Mayuri trying to do some experiments and ended up losing his memory and his creation created havoc destroying Soul Society, enveloping several shinigamis in white sticky substance. An unknown man with Scythe appeared from the creation slashing Mayuri and later Rukia causing both of them to lose memory.

Will update more later.

Naruto Issue #466: Battle Behind Closed Doors

Mizukage fought Sasuke with her lava technique. Choujiro was determined to protect Mizukage. Mizukage melted the walls and sealed Sasuke in a room alone with her so that she could use water, fire and earth elements against him. Karin sensed Sasuke's weakened chakra. Suddenly, Zetsu appeared and bound Mizukage, Chaojiro and others. Tsukikage and his escorts managed to dodge in time. Mizukage's chakra was drew by Zetsu who commented all 5 kages being fools and transferred her and other people's chakra to Sasuke. There was an explosion to the wall as Tsukikage sent a block crashing into Sasuke. Raikage, Gaara and others entered the room to see the mess. Suddenly, Madara appeared, with Sasuke over his shoulder and told the people in the room that he wanted to tell them of his goal - The Moon's Eye plan.

Bleach Issue #376: Executive, Extinction 2

Aizen slained the last Espada before the eyes of Hitsugaya and others. Weiss suddenly attacked Mashiro - a Vizard. She kicked him away and slammed him into the ground in time. Weiss suddenly broke her mask and punched into her face, sending her flying. Another Vizard appeared and saved her in time. He faced off Weiss.

One Piece Issue #559: Karma

The battle between the pirates and Marine army drew on. Ace decided he could accept any fate from then on as he watched on. Captain Buggy wanted to fight Whitebeard but decided to work alongside with him for time being against the Marine army after the latter calmed him down. All pirates agreed to work together. Luffy got into danger when an admiral punched into him and slammed him into the ground, trying to choke him. Hancock, aka Hebi Hime rescued Luffy in time. She growled at the admiral for hurting Luffy and was thrilled with joy when Luffy called her by her real name. Kuma appeared before Iva. The admiral told Iva that the original Kuma known as 'Bartholomew Kuma' was already dead. Iva was shocked.

Bleach #239:

Hinamori and Rangiku fought their Zanpakutou. With coordinated strengths, they overcame their Zanpakutou and won.

Meanwhile, Hitsugaya fought his Zanpakutou and related how he learned of his Zanpakutou's name when he was yet a Shinigami. Rangiku had then sensed his unhidden reiatsu and advised him of self control to save his grandmother's life. Back to present, Hitsugaya activated his Zanpakutou's ability using his own shiki and finally made his Zanpakutou regain his memory. Ichigo also broke through his ice prison using his bankai. In the woods, Musamura finally found the Hollow he wanted and drew the force within the Hollow into him.

Naruto Shippuuden Wallpaper again:

Cannot resist and do another Naruto Shippuuden wallpaper. I'll do one with Pein and others on the background next time.

Naruto Issue #465: Attack on the Summit

The demon of Sasuke’s Susanoo crashed the pillars, sending ceiling collapsing onto both friends and foes. Sasuke commanded Karin to lead him to Danzou and she did. She asked about Suigetsu and Jugoo but Sasuke did not care. She wondered what had happened to him. With that, Sasuke and Karin made their exit. Kankuro apologised to Garaa for his failure. Raikage broke through the ground and was not pleased. Garaa wondered what Naruto would do if he was in the position. Juugo and Suigetsu managed to make it through.

In the Summit, Ao detected the arrival of Sasuke and Karin from above. Mifune attacked Sasuke at the ceiling with his katana. Danzou took the chance to escape. Ao ran after him. Mizukage stopped Sasuke with her lava technique.

One Piece Issue #558: Brother

Luffy confirmed his knowing that Ace’s execution was brought forward to Whitebeard. Kizaru attacked Luffy. Iva helped by using his Death Wink at Kizaru. Luffy thanked him. Kuma attacked Iva. Luffy faced off a woman while Ace ordered Luffy to stay out of the affair but Luffy refused flatly because Ace was his brother, not wanting to care of pirate rules. Jimbei aided Luffy. The Marine was shocked to learn that Luffy was the son of the ‘Revolutionary Dragon’.

Dragon Ball Kai #24:

Goku was training in his spaceship. Just then, he heard Kaio’s voice. Kaio was hoping Goku would find the dragon balls and told him of his friends who visited him. They were Piccalo and others who wanted to talk to Goku over the speaker. Goku was glad to know Chaozu was well in the other world. Goku related the most recent battle with Vegeta who set off to Namek for dragon balls. There were also more powerful enemies on Namek. Kaio was hoping Freeza was not there as it would bad if it happened. Kaio went to check and located Freeza there. Kaio was shocked and told Goku that Freeza was a terrible opponent. Kaio ordered Goku and others to escape from Freeza for the sake of other planets. Goku was more tempted to check Kaio out. Piccolo told Goku to revive him and others as he wanted to know more of Freeza. Kaio warned Piccolo and others and wanted them to promise not to go near Freeza. Piccolo and others had no intention to do so. Kaio wanted Piccolo and others to tell him a joke first. On the spaceship, Goku continued to train himself.

On Namek, Karirin and the local kid were flying through the air. Same time, Vegeta sensed their ki and went to check out. Kiririn knew Vegeta was approaching and dragged the local kid to hide. Vegeta was distracted by Zarbon’s larger ki. Vegeta fought him. Kiririn and his friend - Dende watched the battle from afar and hurried off. Kiririn realised there was no night in Namek. Meanwhile, Zarbon began to transform with greater power and attacked Vegeta. Vegeta was sent crashing into the ground. Zarbon regained back to normal and set off to look for Freeza. When he was gone, Vegeta emerged from the pool, vowing to defeat Zarbon and Freeza some day.

Bleach Issue #375:

Flashback, Aizen commented Stark being strong after he eliminated mountains of Hollows. He asked Stark to join him as ally and he agreed. Back to present, Stark was defeated. As he fell, he apologised to Aizen for not able to repay him and he knew he was not alone. He recalled meeting Lilynette the first time and they had promised to stick together forever. Other place, Aizen told Gin to stop and to get the battle over with. With that, he stabbed the last Espada. He stated that he was done with her, as she was not strong enough to fight for him. He called Gin and Kaname to go with him.

Naruto Shippuuden #127 - #128: Tales of a Gutsy Ninja ~Jiraiya Ninja Scroll

Flashback during 2nd Hokage's reign. Jiraiya, Orochimaru and Tsunade were trained under Sabutou who subsequently became Sandaime. Jiraiya was unable to win the bells from his teacher, unlike Orochimaru and Tsunade whom he failed to woo. Sabutou demonstrated summoning technique to give him an aim to train his chakra. Jiraiya attempted summoning without signing any contract with any animal and ended up in the toad village. He defeated a snake before a toad and the toads told him about their elderly foreseeing his future. Jiraiya trained himself between Konoha and Toad village. One day, the elderly toad summoned for him and told him of his future. Jiraiya would one day become teacher of a ninja whose ability would determine world peace. Jiraiya would also one day travelled all over the world and to write a novel.

Meanwhile, ninja wars erupted all over the countries. Following the guidance of the elderly toad, Jiraiya went on a journey and met many ninjas, trying to find students who could accomplish world peace but failed. He returned to Konoha where he witnessed Tsunade's pain of losing her only younger brother. Shortly, he, Tsunade and Orochimaru were engaged in the war and fought Hanzou in Rain country. Hanzou gave them titles of Sannin for being able to survive his attacks. He declared Konoha ninjas won.

After that, Tsunade, Jiraiya and Orochimaru met Yahiko, Nagato and Konan who stalked them for food. Later, Yahiko pleaded them to teach them ninjatsu. Jiraiya stayed behind to train them after he realised Nagato had the eyes of the legendary ninja. During that time, he managed to write the novel. When he returned to Konoha, he and other Konoha ninjas were engaged in 3rd Ninja war. During that time, he received information of the deaths of Nagato, Konan and Yahiko and was despair. After the war ended, his student - Minato read his novel and asked to name his unborn son after the main character in the story - Naruto. His wife - Kushina agreed.

Bleach #238:

While Muramusa struggled through the woods killing Hollows and Gilians around him, Zanpakutou of Hinamori's, Rangiku's and Hitsugaya's roamed the nearby areas. Same time, Rangiku and Hinamori went on their patrolling. Ichigo was running trying to find Bakuya when he ran into Rangiku and Hinamori's Zanpakutou who tried to fight him. Hinamori and Rangiku interfered, allowing Ichigo to go on his way when Hitsugaya's Zanpakutou hindered him. Hitsugaya made his appearance and told his Zanpakutou his name who clearly had lost his memories.

Bleach Issue #374: Grey Wolves, Red Blood, Black Clothes, White Bones

The shadow-like sword that stabbed Stark was from one Shinigami captain in flowery robe. He told Stark that he was not holding back but his sword was just not in mood and that was why he did not like playing with it. His sword technique’s power was to make children’s game real. They fought. The Shinigami captain asked Stark to choose the colour to cut and he cleverly chose white, resulting to injury to the Shinigami captain. Stark recalled how he envied the weak that died around him, resulting to loneliness. That was why Stark separated his power into half and now he did not know which of him was the original. Stark desired to be weak by fighting someone strong. Back to present, Stark chose black and was cut by the Zanpakutou.

One Piece Issue #557: Luffy and Whitebeard

Flashback, Luffy and others were struck when their ship was caught in the ice. Upon hearing the announcement from the snail that the execution of Ace was going to be put forward, Luffy urged others to hurry. Their technique sent the ship crashing to their destination. Luffy waved at Ace who was shocked at his arrival. The Marine people were shocked to see many famous pirates landed on the execution ground with Luffy, all ready to fight the battle. Hebi Hime was happy to see Luffy safe and sound. Jimbei announced that he was formally resigning as a Shichibukai. Iva was not happy that Whitebeard was taking the entire spotlight. Crocodile went after Whitebeard. Luffy stopped Crocodile because he knew Ace cared for Whitebeard. Whitebeard recognised the hat Luffy wear that once belonged to Shanks. Luffy vowed to rescue Ace all by himself and to take the title of pirate king himself.

Phantom ~Requiem for the Phantom #24:

Elen told Reiji that she would deal with Cal. Other place, Cal torn Mio's shirt to humilate her. Later, she contacted Elen asking her to meet her in a place to duel without the presence of Reiji. Next day, she did not turn up in school. Reiji was worried and he later received an sms from Elen who told him to leave by himself if she failed to turn up as she was going to save Mio. Later, Reiji went to Mio's house to pass some schoolwork to Mio's mother. In other place, Shiga apologised and proposed getting their organisation's people to rescue Mio to the head of Gotoh, aka Mio's father. Mio's father rejected as there was no evidence of Mio's life in risk, besides, he wanted no connection between Mio and Gotoh organsation.

In the dark room, Cal was thinking back of her suffering when Reiji failed to turn up to meet her after the explosion of the house. She told Mio not to hate her as there were countless people who already hated her. Other place, Syncthe was pleased as he watched his six female assassin masterpieces, deriving ideas from creation of Ein, Zwei and Drei. In the dark room, Cal left and Elen turned up to meet Mio, admitting her assassin identity as Ein, Reiji's assassin identity as Zwei and reassured her that Reiji's feeling to Mio was real. Mio wanted to do something to help Reiji as she loved him wholeheartedly but was rejected. Elen passed her new clothes for change.

Bleach #237:

In Seireitei, Ichigo and Renji told the Shinigami captains of the manipulation of the Zanpachitou by Masamura. Renji's Zanpachitou had regained back to normal and had completely forgotten what had happened during their earlier manipulation by Masamura. Ichigo also visited Rukia who still worried for Byakuya's disappearance. Other place, Masamura was determined to catch Ichigo alive and informed the other Zanpachitou who were excited of the new mission. Hinamori's Zanpachitou and Rangiku's Zanpachitou were quarrelling.

Later, Omegai and other shinigami were patrolling when they were attacked by Omegai's Zanpachitou and other Shinigami's Zanpachitou. The other shinigami and Ichigo went to their aid. The other shinigami's Zanpachitou escaped with Saifon's interference and Omegai's Zanpachitou was captured. Ichigo ran after the other Zanpachitou and was suddenly attacked by Byakkuya who had gone missing during the last attack.

Naruto Issue #464: The Power of Darkness

The battle between Raikage and Sasuke went on. Raikage's arm was burnt by Sasuke's black flame and Raikage was prepared to stomp on Sasuke when Garaa's sand shielded Sasuke from the impact. Garaa, Temari and Kankuro made their appearance and Temari activated her wind fan while Kankuro used his puppets to clear the flames from the samurais. Garaa told the samurai to stand back as this was battle among ninjas. While Raikage cut off his burnt arm, Garaa stated he wanted to talk to Sasuke. Shi cured Raikage's wound. Garaa stated the eyes that longed for power and filled with hatred was still the same within Sasuke. Garaa advised Sasuke not to sink into his little world of hatred any further and told him that it was not to late for him to turn back. Kankuro commented that if Sasuke was that convincible, Naruto would already have succeeded. He reminded Garaa that Sasuke was now a criminal and part of Akatsuki, unlike Garaa. Temari also added that Sasuke was an internationally wanted criminal without future. Garaa shedded a tear as Sasuke told them that he no longer could see any shed of light. With that, he and Sasuke fought.

Meanwhile, Karin detected location of Danzou. But Fuu - Danzou's escort also knew Karin's detection as he was also a sensor ninja. Fuu told Danzou who stated they would remain here and could use confusion to escape if Sasuke and others showed up. Aoi warned that he knew Karin's detecting and knew of their intention. He also warned them not to make a move for they would take care of the enemy if they got there. Tsukikage thought the summit might become interesting after all. Meanwhile, his escort ninja girl was watching the battle between Sasuke and Garaa. Temari, Kankuro and Raikage's escort went in to help Garaa. A dark monsterous chakra emerged behind Sasuke and he stated his ultimate defense was stronger than Garaa's. Juugo and Suigetsu had bad feeling of it while Karin commented that Sasuke's chakra was no longer that of the same old Sasuke and that his chakra was too cold. Sasuke stated that the chakra was the third power for those who could control double Mangakyo Sharingan - Susanoo.

Naruto Issue #463: Sasuke Vs Raikage

While Sasuke fought Raikage, Madara told Naruto that Naruto would not be able to change Sasuke's heart like what he did with Nagato. Naruto retorted that unlike Madara, Nagato sought for peace. Kakashi questioned Madara his purpose to collect Biijuu and he replied that it was to make himself complete. Madara stated he would turn Sasuke against Naruto to prove the strength of Uchiha clan before he vanished. Meanwhile, the battle between Sasuke and Raikage went on and Sasuke activated his MS.

Dragon Ball Kai #22:

Unable to bear watching the massacre of the people, Gohan intervened and rescued a boy from Freeza's man. Kiririn joined in and together, they fled. After losing sight of them, the man was confronted by Vegeta who intended to kill him when he was alone. The man disclosed the truth of Vegeta's planet destruction that was caused by Freeza who felt threatened by presence of Saiyaijin. Vegeta was spared due to his power that Freeza had wanted to make use. Angered by the truth, Vegeta killed the man.

Bleach #236:

Ichigo joined force with his Hollow and defeated his Zanpachitou. Meanwhile, Kira went to Hisagi's aid and saved him from being killed by his Zanpachitou. Same time, Renji used his least often used skills and defeated his Zanpachitou. The Zanpachitou admitted that Marumusa had attempted to control their minds causing them to attack their own wielders. Meanwhile, Muramusa escaped into a dark place where he suffered from some discomfort.

Bleach Issue #373: Wolves ain't howl alone

Stark attacked Love and Rose with his pack of wolves. Love and Rose had to activate their Hollow masks to confront the flame like attacks. Starks explained that the wolves were like him and his partner and could control pieces easily, hence causing Ceros like attacks. Love and Rose were at their wits' ends. Just when Stark was about to deliver his fatal blow, someone drove his blade through his chest.