A lot of good anime aired in 2016, more than I am used to. In comparison, it feels like 2017’s new launches are underwhelming. However, when I go back 12 months, there’s only one show that started in January 2016 that I’d recommend to another human being, and that is Sekko Boys. Sekko Boys presents the viewer … Continue reading "Sekko Boys (2016)" The post Sekko Boys (2016) appeared first on AWESOME ENGINE.
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