That’s only slightly more ridiculous than not wanting to not wanting to talk to a girl because she might throw spagetti in your face.

The very top of the Otaku bracket brings the second match of the First Round and provides all-anime action.

As the current Red King and level-nine Burst Linker, the tiny Yuniko Kozuki is proof that looks can be deceiving. Deception is one of the strengths of Joseph Joestar, who also has the ability to either predict his way to victory or figuratively run away from the competition. And it’s nearly impossible to deceive Hotaro Oreki, and if given enough time, he’ll become a mystery to opponents who take him lightly. 

Who will be the first anime character to advance to the Sweet 16? Help decide by voting after the break!

Yes, Kurugaya: Rin’s in love with you. It was always you. How did you know?

You can just hear Aladdin’s brain working overtime. “Older girl with small boobs? That’s impossible.”

Very subtle. The prime example of covert glances.

Seriously, dude! How do you eat your eggs plain? That’s just weird.

Little Maid just invented orange soda? I’m torn between making a Fanta pun and a Kenan and Kel reference.

I can’t tell if she’s happy or annoyed. Given Alibaba’s backhanded compliment, it could seriously go either way.

I can’t think of anything to say for this one. Just too much seriousness.

Fire Arrows? No magic required right? Does Link know about these?

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Hey all, hope you’re enjoying your Winter Season anime. Although it seems like we got a heavy dose of moe and fanservice, there are lots of quality titles out there that may deserve more attention than initially thought. After all, you can’t judge a book by its cover, right? (Or girl by her art design.) 

The anime staff has come together to share our favorites of the current season so far. With balanced coverage and two new full-timers making strong impressions, we have plenty of varying opinions to share. Will any of our picks surprise you? Read on and be sure to tell us your favorites of Winter 2013. 

Best entrance by a boob-obsessed little boy ever. Well, in a shounen series. I can’t speak for any other genre.

To make chiffon cake do that… Haruka, you are, indeed, very talented.