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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: mangakasan.tv (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez In this office the assistants hold the whip, and nothing will keep them from meeting their deadlines in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, THE COMIC ARTIST AND HIS ASSISTANTS (????????????????, Mangaka-san to Ashisutanto-san to, 2014). This slice of life comedy series is directed by Takeshi Furuta (TIGER & BUNNY, PLACE TO PLACE) with series composition by Aki Itami (FLOWERS OF EVIL, FRUITS BASKET), character design by Hitomi Tsuruta (GINTAMA, CYBERTEAM IN AKIHABARA) and animation production by ZEXCS (SAY, “I LLOVE YOU”, CHU-BRA!!). The life of an artist can be hard: Long, laborious hours working in a studio with only your thoughts and assistants to keep you company. In the case of overworked mangaka Aito Yuuki his attempts to merge the two are so far unsuccessful. With so many lovely ladies around, Aito’s stream

    © NCSOFT ? Blade&Soul????????

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: tbs.co.jp/blade (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez The path towards vengeance will be riddled with babes, blades and bullets in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, BLADE & SOUL (??????????, Bureido ando Souru, 2014). Adapted from the NCSoft MMORPG BLADE & SOUL (???? ? ??, Beulleideu aen Soul), this high flying action series is co-directed by Hiroshi Takeuchi (THE BIG O, BODACIOUS SPACE PIRATES) and Hiroshi Hamasaki (STEINS;GATE, IRONMAN: RISE OF TECHNOVORE), with original character designs by world renowned Korean manwha artist Hyung-tae Kim, art direction by Ken’ichi Tatefuji (SQUID GIRL, SUPERNATURAL: THE ANIME SERIES) and animation production by Gonzo (LAST EXILE, STRIKE WITCHES). In a world where stunning beauty is menaced by evil, the up-and-coming Wind Empire struggles to defeat the empire of old and unite all races together in the dawning of a new age. Enter: Alka, a buxom,

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: kamiaso-anime.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez A young girl is given the herculean task of strengthening the bonds between humans and gods by Zeus himself in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, KAMIGAMI NO ASOBI (????? ~Ludere deorum~, Kamigami no Asobi - Ludere deorum, 2014). This supernatural romance series is directed by Tomoyuki Kawamura (MY TEEN ROMANTIC COMEDY SNAFU, GOOD LUCK GIRL!) with series composition by Tomoko Kanparu (KIMI NI TODOKE – FROM ME TO YOU, NANA), character design by Minako Shiba (TEGAMI BACHI: LETTER BEE, BLACK BUTLER and animation production by Brains Base (ONE WEEK FRIENDS, PENGUINDRUM). The question of who weaves our destiny has always been shrouded in mystery. However, in a twist of fate, Yui Kusanagi discovers a mighty and mysterious sword that transports her to another world. There, this ordinary high school girl finds herself face-to-face

    © Koi ? Houbunsha/ Gochiusa Partners

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: gochiusa.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Cat cafes beware: there’s a new contender for cute hopping its way over, and the order of the day is fluffy, white and full of bite in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, IS THE ORDER A RABBIT? (???????????, Gochuumon wa Usagi Desu ka?, 2014). This slice of life comedy series is directed by Horiyuki Hashimoto (ANGEL BEATS!, DEVIL SURVIVOR 2) with series composition by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu (KAMPFER, PRINCESS RESURRECTION), character design by Yousuke Okuda (KUROKO`S BASKETBALL, TARI TARI) and animation production by WHITE FOX (SONIANI – SUPER SONICO THE ANIMATION, TEARS TO TIARA). Tea time has never been cuter or furrier! Get ready for a triple shot of adorable, and join Cocoa and her high school friends for a hopping good time as they embark on new exploits, living the good life and

    © 2013 Shiden Kanzaki, Published by Kadokawa Corporation ? ASCII Media Works/ Black Bullet Committee

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: black-bullet.net (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez When the entire human race is at stake, the cursed shall rise to defend it in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, BLACK BULLET (?????????, Burakku Buretto, 2014). From original creator Shiden Kanzaki, this action packed sci-fi series is directed by Masayuki Kojima (MAGICAL SHOPPING ARCADE ABENOBASHI, BOTTOM BITING BUG) with series composition by Tatsuhiko Urahata (FIGHTING SPIRIT, HORIZON IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE), music by Shiro Sagisu (NADIA – THE SECRET OF BLUE WATER, NEON GENESIS EVANGELION) and animation production by Kinema Citrus (TOKYO MAGNITUDE 8.0, YUYUSHIKI). No longer a boy yet not quite a man, Rentaro has already led a tough life. It’s the year 2031 and ten years have passed since his parents -- along with most of mankind -- were killed by an alien parasitical virus known as Gastrea. As

    © BONES/CAPTAIN EARTH COMMITTEE, MBS

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: captain-earth.net (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez An endless rainbow triggers the beginning of an epic battle for Earth’s survival in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, CAPTAIN EARTH (?????????, Kyaputen Aasu, 2014). This sci-fi mecha series is directed by Takuya Igarashi (SAILOR MOON STARS, STAR DRIVER) with series composition by Yuji Enokido (REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA, OURAN HIGH SCHOOL HOST CLUB), Character design by Satoshi Ishino (EXCEL SAGA, NO. 6) and animation production by BONES (RAHXEPHON, XAM’D: LOST MEMORIES). “When I opened the door called truth, my childhood ended. It was a summer I could never forget.” The night before his summer vacation, second-year high school student Daichi Manatsu’s life as he once knew it would be forever changed. An unusual round rainbow appears floating in the sky above and he knows he must follow it. With memories of his father`s

    © Yuu Kamiya, Published by KADOKAW CORPORATION. MEDIA FACTORY/NO GAME, NO LIFE PARTNERS

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: ngnl.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez The game is on, and for two players the stakes are nothing less than the end of humanity in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, NO GAME, NO LIFE (???????????, Noogeemu Nooraifu, 2014). This fantasy adventure series from original creator Yuu Kamiya is directed by Atsuko Ishizuka (THE PET GIRL OF SAKURASOU, NANA) with series composition by Jukki Hanada (LOVE, CHUNIBYO & OTHER DELUSIONS!, BEYOND THE BOUNDARY), art direction by Eiji Iwase (CAMPIONE!, DIVERGENCE EVE) and animation production by Madhouse Studios (HIGHSCHOOL OF THE DEAD, BTOOOM!). As urban legend would have it, siblings Sora and Shiro are gods amongst their fellow man when it comes to the gaming world. Blazing hot on the internet, their reputation precedes them as this bright brother and sister duo have made quite the name for themselves as NEET

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    SHORT PEACE Available August 5th Source: Section23 Films press release Special Thanks to Mike Bailiff Home video distributor Section23 Films has announced its August slate of releases, including Sentai Filmworks newest acquisition, SHORT PEACE, which includes the 86th Academy Award nominated Best Animated Short Film POSSESSIONS. Product details follow, in order of release... SHORT PEACE COMPLETE COLLECTION Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 68 min. Street Date: 8/5/2014 Format: DVD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $24.98 SHORT PEACE COMPLETE COLLECTION BLU-RAY Published by: Sentai Filmworks Distributed by: Section23 Films Run Time: 68 min. Street Date: 8/5/2014 Format: BD Language: English & Japanese with English Subtitles SRP: $29.98 In 1995, Katsuhiro Otomo`s epic anthology MEMORIES showcased the work of upcoming superstars of the anime world. Now, Otomo`s spotlight shifts to a fresh generation of master creators with an all-new anthology

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: love-lab.tv (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez A new kind of class is in session, and the matters of love are on the agenda in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, LOVE LAB (????, Rabu Rabo, 2013). From original creator Ruri Miyahara, this heartwarming junior high school comedy series is directed by Masahiko Ohta (MINAMI-KE, BRIGHTER THAN THE DAWNING BLUE) with series composition by Takashi Aoshima (MITSUDOMOE, YURIYURI – HAPPY GO LILY), music by Yasuhiro Misawa (KOKORO CONNECT, La storia della Arcana Famiglia), and animation production by Dogakobo (ENGAGED TO THE UNIDENTIFIED, MAJESTIC PRINCE). Perhaps it was from the shock of discovering her school’s most respected girl kissing a life-size huggie doll, but in those first awkward moments Riko Kurahashi said something she wishes she hadn’t. Because not only did student council president Natsuo Maki completely swallow Riko’s glib fib about

    Win 11 Gamera movies on DVD from Mill Creek Entertainment and SciFi Japan! © 1999 Kadokawa Shoten TNNH

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    Source: Mill Creek Entertainment Special Thanks to Chris Smith and Barrett Evans Mill Creek Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win GAMERA LEGACY COLLECTION: 1965-1999 on DVD. For the first time, all 11 Gamera movies produced by the Daiei Motion Picture Company are offered together in one 4-DVD set! The collection includes GAMERA: THE GIANT MONSTER (1965), GAMERA VS. BARUGON (1966), GAMERA VS. GYAOS (1967), GAMERA VS. VIRAS (1968), GAMERA VS. GUIRON (1969), GAMERA VS. JIGER (1970), GAMERA VS. ZIGRA (1971), GAMERA: SUPER MONSTER (1980), GAMERA: GUARDIAN OF THE UNIVERSE (1995), GAMERA 2: ATTACK OF THE LEGION (1996) and GAMERA 3: REVENGE OF IRIS (1999), all in their original theatrical aspect ratio with Japanese audio and English subtitles. GAMERA LEGACY COLLECTION: 1965-1999 will be available from retailers on April 29th, but here is your chance to get the set for

    Blu-ray and DVD cover art for BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC III - THE ADVENT. Images courtesy of Warner Home Video. © Kentaro Miura (Studio Gaga), Hakuensha/Berserk Film Partners

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    Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Official Site: berserkfilm.com (Japan), facebook.com/BerserkFilm (US) Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of anime and manga in North America, offers the action-packed, bloody conclusion to the BERSERK anime feature film trilogy with the release of BERSERK: THE GOLDEN AGE ARC III - THE ADVENT (????? ?????? ??, Berserk Oogon Jidai-Hen III: Koorin, 2013) on DVD and Blu-ray, available now. The new release is rated ‘M’ for Mature Audiences and will carry a DVD MSRP of $19.98 U.S. / $24.98 CAN and a Blu-ray MSRP of $24.98 U.S. / $27.50 CAN. The DVD edition features Japanese and English 5.1 audio with both subbed and subtitled dialogue options. The Blu-ray version features crisp 1080p HD resolution along with Japanese and English DTS-HD audio and subbed and subtitled dialogue options.

    Win all four

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    Source: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Special Thanks to Leif Helland A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win all four of their new "Toho Godzilla Collection" Blu-ray sets! To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Godzilla franchise, Sony is releasing double features of GODZILLA VS. KING GHIDORAH (1991) + GODZILLA AND MOTHRA: THE BATTLE FOR EARTH (1992), GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA II (1993) + GODZILLA VS. SPACEGODZILLA (1994), GODZILLA VS. DESTOROYAH (1995) + GODZILLA VS. MEGAGUIRUS (2000) and GODZILLA: TOKYO S.O.S. (2003) + GODZILLA: FINAL WARS (2004) on Blu-ray for the first time in North America. Each 2-Disc set will be available from retailers on May 6th (SRP: $19.99 each), but here is your chance to win all four for free! Please Note: Sony wants to give these Blu-rays a big push so

    Win two GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Blu-ray sets from Mill Creek and SciFi Japan! Images courtesy of Mill Creek. © Kadokawa Pictures, Inc. NHFN/1965/1966/1967/1968/1969/1970/1971/1980

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    Source: Mill Creek Entertainment Special Thanks to Chris Smith and Barrett Evans Mill Creek Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Vols. 1 & 2 on Blu-ray. The two sets present the first eight films of Daiei Studios’ famous monster series on Blu-ray for the first time in North America, all in their original theatrical aspect ratio with Japanese audio and English subtitles. GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Volume 1 contains GAMERA: THE GIANT MONSTER (??????, Daikaijuu Gamera, 1965), GAMERA VS. BARUGON (????? ????????, Daikaijuu Kettoo: Gamera Tai Barugon, 1966), GAMERA VS. GYAOS (?????? ????????, Daikaijuu Kuuchuusen: Gamera Tai Gyaosu, 1967) and GAMERA VS. VIRAS (????????????, Gamera Tai Uchuu Kaijuu Bairasu, 1968). GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Volume 2 contains GAMERA VS. GUIRON (??????????, Gamera Tai Daiakujuu Giron, 1969), GAMERA VS. JIGER (????????????, Gamera Tai Daimajuu Jaiga, 1970), GAMERA VS. ZIGRA

    © Matcha Hazuki/SQUARE ENIX

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: oneweekfriends.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Can a truly unforgettable friendship really be formed in only seven days? In Yuki’s case, it’s going to have to be in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, ONE WEEK FRIENDS (????????, Isshuukan Furenzu., 2014). This comedic high school drama from original creator Matcha Hazuki is directed by Tarou Iwasaki (SUNDAY WITHOUT GOD, ANOTHER), with series composition by Shotaro Suga (MY TEEN ROMANTIC COMEDY SNAFU, THE ECCENTRIC FAMILY), art direction by Akira Ito (BODACIOUS SPACE PIRATES, AKB0048), and animation production by Brains Base (PENGUINDRUM, AMNESIA). It is said that one of the qualities of a true friendship is to understand and be understood. Unfortunately, this can be easier said than done, particularly when it comes to being friends with someone that has no recollection of being your friend the week after befriending them. To

    Win the live-action SPACE BATTLESHIP YAMATO Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack from FUNimation! Photo courtesy of FUNimation Entertainment. © 2010 Space Battleship Yamato Production Committee.

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    Source: FUNimation Entertainment Official Movie Site: elevenarts.net/space-battleship-yamato (US) Special Thanks to Scott Lonski and Tim Baxter FUNimation Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win the 2-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack of the live-action sci-fi epic SPACE BATTLESHIP YAMATO (???????, Supeesu Batorushippu Yamato, 2010). Based on the incredibly popular 1970`s anime series of the same name -- shown in the US as STAR BLAZERS -- SPACE BATTLESHIP YAMATO was directed by Takashi Yamazaki (RETURNER, the ALWAYS- SUNSET ON THIRD STREET films) and stars Takuya Kimura (REDLINE, HOWL`S MOVING CASTLE). The story is set in the year 2199. The Gamilas, a mysterious alien enemy, has been decimating the Earth to unlivable and irradiated conditions for the past 5 years. Humankind now lives underground to escape the radiation, but with only a year until extinction. One day while roaming the surface of Earth, former

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    Source: Sentai Filmworks press release Official Site: j-haikyu.com (Japan) Special Thanks to Christian Lopez Get set for the next volley as fierce rivals take their fight to the courts in Sentai Filmworks` latest acquisition, HAIKYUU!! (?????!!, 2014). This high speed slice of life sports series from original creator Haruichi Furudate is directed by Susumu Mitsunaka (CUTICLE DETECTIVE INABA, BUNNY DROP) with series composition by Taku Kishimoto (SILVER SPOON, TALES FROM EARTHSEA), character designs by Takahiro Kishida (BTOOOM!, PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA) and animation production by Production I.G (GHOST HOUND, KUROKO`S BASKETBALL). Shoyo Hinata may be a small guy, but he’s got big ambitions. Ever since he saw a short-statured volleyball pro dominate the scoreboards in the National Championship, he’s been determined to become the next big thing in High School Volleyball. Unfortunately, he’s barely played the game. The only time he was able to assemble enough

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    Source: Mill Creek Entertainment Special Thanks to Chris Smith and Barrett Evans Mill Creek Entertainment has released a new trailer for their upcoming GODZILLA: THE SERIES DVD set. The entire 40 episode series will be available together for the first time in this 4-Disc collection, which will present the shows in their original production order and include 2 unaired episodes. Don`t miss SciFi Japan`s GODZILLA: THE SERIES DVD contest for your chance to win a free copy of this set! About Mill Creek Entertainment Mill Creek Entertainment is a source of value home video entertainment. Helmed by a management team with over eighty years of experience in the consumer home entertainment marketplace, the company produces entertainment products that typically sell in quantity, at impulse price-points, while adhering to high standards of quality unsurpassed in the industry. The Mill Creek product line encompasses many

    Cover art for the LOST UNIVERSE DVD. Image courtesy of Right Stuf. © 1998 H. Kanzaka • S. Yoshinaka/Fujimishobo • TV Tokyo • Medianet

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    Nozomi Entertainment Announces the Litebox-style DVD Release Source: Right Stuf, Inc. press release Official Site: lostuniverse.rightstuf.com Special Thanks to Jessica Heemsbergen Anime producer Nozomi Entertainment is pleased to announce that LOST UNIVERSE (?????????, Rosuto Yunibaasu, 1998) will be available on July 1, 2014. This new value-priced DVD set will feature the complete 26-episode series with English audio, Japanese audio, English-language subtitles and English on-screen translations. On-disc extras will include character bios and liner notes. LOST UNIVERSE was created by the team behind the popular Slayers anime. The anime is based upon novels by Hajime Kanzaka (Slayers), directed by Takashi Watanabe (SLAYERS, SLAYERS NEXT, SHAKUGAN NO SHANA) and features character designs by Naomi Miyata (SLAYERS, SLAYERS NEXT). Additionally, the series was recognized with the “Best Individual Episode” award by the Japanese magazine Animage following its initial TV Tokyo broadcast. Millie Nocturne has one great goal in her

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    Source: Mill Creek Entertainment Special Thanks to Chris Smith and Barrett Evans Mill Creek Entertainment has released trailers for their upcoming GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Blu-rays and the previously released GAMERA TRILOGY Blu-ray set. For the first time, monster movie fans can watch the original 8 Gamera movies across two collections in high definition on April 29, 2014. Also available, for the first time in one collection, are 11 Gamera movies on DVD in the GAMERA LEGACY COLLECTION: 1965-1999. GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Volume 1 includes: • GAMERA: THE GIANT MONSTER, GAMERA VS. BARUGON, GAMERA VS. GYAOS, GAMERA VS. VIRAS • Audio: Japanese 2.0 Dolby Digital, English Subtitles • Runtime: 5 hours, 45 minutes • $19.98 MSRP • millcreekent.com/gamera-ultimate-collection GAMERA: ULTIMATE COLLECTION Volume 2 Includes: • GAMERA VS. GUIRON, GAMERA VS. JIGER, GAMERA VS. ZIGRA, GAMERA: SUPER MONSTER • Audio: Japanese 2.0 Dolby Digital, English Subtitles • Runtime: 5

    Godzilla battles Crustaceous Rex in promotional art for the animated GODZILLA: THE SERIES. Win the complete series on DVD from Mill Creek and SciFi Japan! Image courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment. © 1998 Global Entertainment Productions GmbH & Co. Medien KG and SPE German Finance Co. Inc. © 1998-2000 Adelaide Productions, Inc. © 1998 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Win 4-Disc Set Containing All 40 Episodes of the Sony Animated Series Source: Mill Creek Entertainment Special Thanks to Chris Smith and Barrett Evans Mill Creek Entertainment is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win the hit animated show GODZILLA: THE SERIES on DVD. The entire 40 episode series will be available together for the first time in this 4-Disc DVD set, which will present the shows in their original production order and include 2 unaired episodes. GODZILLA: THE SERIES picks up immediately after the events of Sony`s GODZILLA theatrical remake (1998). After helping take down Godzilla, biologist Dr. Nick Tatopoulos (Ian Ziering) stumbles upon his hatchling, who bonds with the scientist as a parental figure. Recruiting his own environmentally-directed research outfit -- HEAT (Humanitarian Environmental Analysis Team) -- Nick sets out to study not only this new generation, but also to

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