VIZ manga

It was only a matter of time before manga and anime apps appeared on the iPad. Fortunately, VIZ waited and definitely got it right. Check it out.

Phantom Master

2009 Movie. Director: Joji Shimura. 90 minutes. DVD, bilingual, $19.98. Distributor: Funimation

The land of Jushin is all but a memory, fractured into numerous kingdoms run by corrupt tyrants. Once the Amen Osa, magic wielding warriors charged with upholding justice, kept the peace. But when the king was assassinated, they too disappeared. Or did they?

Okay, I just received word from Sony Picutres Home Entertainment that they're launching a mobile Voltron game on wireless carriers this month! Boasting characters and plot line from the retro series, we can apparently now get a taste of defending the universe from King Zarkon

20th Century Boys

In 1969, under the secret embrace of wind-blown grass, Kenji and his friends compose the “The Book of Prophecy.” They foretell a future in which they combat a nefarious organization bent on world annihilation. Flash forward: 1997. The influence of a secret cult led by the “Friend” pervades Japan. Suddenly catastrophic events mirroring Kenji’s book occur, and the “Friend” is using a symbol that he created back in the summer of ’69. Worse still, if the book is indeed prophecy, it ends with a virus-spreading robot wreaking havoc on Tokyo! Only Kenji and his friends can unravel this mystery, and make sure the Earth sees the 21^st century.

Kenichi

Now, tougher and more skilled, Kenichi's troubles aren’t over. The word is, he can fight. And the goons in Ragnarok can’t wait to get a piece of him. Whether it be kung fu, jiu-jitsu, or even muay thai, he’ll have to train even harder. And that’s not too difficult when you’re trying to impress a hottie that can kick your ass!

Strike Witches Season 1

In the world of Strike Witches, Hitler did not invade Poland in 1939. No, an invasion of a different sort occurred. The mysterious Neuroi invaded the Earth, obliterating much of the world’s landmass. And with the current aerial technology unable to stop their ships, the human race turned to a combination of technology and magic. Enter the “striker unit;” a pair of cybernetic leggings that allow its owner to fly like a fighter plane! But not just anyone can operate a striker unit. Only a witch can pilot this advanced technology. And I suppose, in this race to save the planet, it doesn’t hurt that the girls of the 501^st squadron have an aversion to wearing pants! Maybe it’s a fashion statement. Maybe it’s the constant need to strap on these units and protect humanity. Either way, the 1940’s have never been so leggy! 

FUNimation

Here are the latest blurbs about six new anime coming soon from FUNimation.

Squid Girl

If you’re up for a little “green” vengeance, and have a taste for ika, then Squid Girl might just be the anime for you. Long story short, don’t pollute or ink and tentacles are coming for you!  Check her out. She’s streaming on CRUNCHYROLL. Here’s the PR.