Everything's Daijoubu

Johnny's been busy, but we're finally back with a new one. We don't really even talk about an anime—we just kind of start talking about anything. A really good episode to just let play in the background.

Witch Watch is a fun fantasy-romance manga by Kenta Shinohara, running in Weekly Shōnen Jump since 2021. It follows Nico, a young witch who moves in with her oblivious crush, Morihito—a human-looking ogre tasked with protecting her. While Nico hopes to turn their friendship into romance, the two face chaotic magical mishaps and supernatural adventures together. The manga has sold over 1.1 million copies, and an anime adaptation began in April 2025.

In a world where heroes are defined by the trust and goodwill of the people, there are two kinds: those who earn the people's trust and those who are born from it. This trust is quantified as data, displayed on the wristbands they wear, and by harnessing it, ordinary individuals can gain superpowers of their own. Enter X, a legendary superhero who once held the highest trust level and reigned supreme at the pinnacle of heroism. However, the ever-shifting nature of trust has begun to reshape public perception of heroes, with X bearing the brunt of these changes. Now, his journey is fraught with uncertainty as he faces relentless challenges, obstacles, and a mysterious force determined to eliminate him and his fellow heroes. To Be Hero X (凸变英雄X, Tu Bian Yingxiong X) is the third installment in the To Be Hero series, following 2018's To Be Heroine. Directed by Li Haoling and produced by bilibili, BeDream, Studio LAN, and Aniplex, the series premiered on April 6, 2025, on Fuji TV and bilibili, with global streaming releases on Netflix and Prime Video the following day. Crunchyroll is also simulcasting the series for international audiences.

"Ron Kamonohashi's Forbidden Deductions" follows the brilliant but cursed detective Ron Kamonohashi, whose unparalleled deductive skills come with a deadly drawback—his "Kill on Sight" ability forces murderers he identifies to commit suicide, leading to his license revocation and unofficial detective work. Teaming up with the earnest but less skilled officer Totomaru Isshiki, Ron navigates solving crimes while grappling with the ethical and personal consequences of his power, exploring themes of justice, morality, and the struggle to control an uncontrollable gift. The series blends mystery with deep character development as Ron and Totomaru tackle cases in unconventional ways, highlighting the tension between genius and tragedy.

"The Red Ranger Becomes an Adventurer in Another World" follows Tōgo Asagaki, the Red Ranger of the Kizuna Five, who is transported to a fantasy realm after battling the Breakup King. Retaining his Sentai powers—including transformation and a Megazord—he adapts to this new world as an adventurer, joining forces with Princess Teltina, determined to eradicate demonic possession; Idola, a sorceress striving to redeem her family’s legacy; and Rosie, the princess’s loyal yet overshadowed bodyguard. While Tōgo’s heroic abilities awe his allies, his unconventional tactics and lack of common sense create both comedic friction and admiration, blending isekai tropes with Sentai action as the group navigates clashes of culture and justice in their quests.

Kaiju No. 8 (also known as Monster #8) is a Japanese manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, following Kafka Hibino, a man who gains the ability to transform into a kaiju after ingesting a parasitic creature. Determined to fulfill a childhood promise, Kafka joins an organization dedicated to exterminating kaiju while struggling to control his newfound powers. The series, inspired by tokusatsu media like Ultraman, explores Kafka’s journey as he balances his humanity with his monstrous abilities. Since its debut in 2020 on Shōnen Jump+, the manga has gained widespread popularity, leading to an anime adaptation, spin-offs, and a video game. With over 18 million copies in circulation by 2025, the series has been praised for its engaging premise, dynamic characters, and striking artwork, earning awards like the Next Manga Award and an Eisner nomination.

Solo Leveling, also called Only I Level Up, is a South Korean web novel by Chugong. It follows Sung Jin-woo, a weak hunter in a world where hunters with supernatural powers fight monsters to protect humanity. After surviving a deadly dungeon, Jin-woo is chosen by a mysterious System, granting him the unique ability to level up and grow stronger—something no other hunter can do. As he battles enemies and uncovers the secrets of the dungeons, he learns he is destined to become the Shadow Monarch, an immortal necromancer with control over the dead. Unlike other Monarchs who seek to destroy humanity, Jin-woo fights to save it.

Here's a couple clips to get an idea what the show is about.

Set in a near future where full-dive VR games dominate and traditional screen games are retro, the story follows Rakuro Hizutome, a "trash game hunter" who excels at mastering glitch-ridden, poorly made games under the alias Sunraku. After beating the notoriously flawed "Faeria Chronicle Online," Rakuro feels burnt out. Encouraged by his favorite game store owner, he tries "Shangri-La Frontier," a top-tier VR game with 30 million players. As Sunraku, his bird-masked avatar, Rakuro uses his trash game expertise to navigate this new, polished world.

Taro Sakamoto was once the most feared assassin in the underworld, a legend among hitmen and a nightmare for villains. But everything changed when he unexpectedly fell in love! He left his deadly past behind, embracing a new life of retirement, marriage, and fatherhood. Over time, the once-lethal assassin settled into a quieter routine, even putting on a few extra pounds. Now, he’s just the friendly, chubby guy running the local neighborhood store. But when danger threatens his family, can this former legendary hitman step back into action to protect them? Get ready for a hilarious and thrilling blend of action and comedy in this unique series!

The story revolves around Natsuko Hirose, a gifted animator and director. While grappling with the storyboard for her newest project, she learns that the director of A Tale of Perishing has died from food poisoning. Shockingly, she meets the same fate shortly after.When Natsuko awakens, she finds herself transported into the world of A Tale of Perishing. There, she discovers an extraordinary ability: the power to bring her animations to life. Using this gift, she sets out to reshape the story, aiming to bring hope and change to the very anime world that once inspired her to pursue a career in animation.