Category Archives: The Ramparts of Ice

The Ramparts of Ice Ep. 14: Half-banger, half-whimper

Huh, was that the last episode? It has to be, since we’re already in July. I dunno, I guess I half-expected something to happen between Koyuki and Minato. More specifically, I half-expected Momoka to make a play at Minato, and since he’s been feeling as though he’s crossed a line with Koyuki, he might accept Momoka’s feelings. ‘Cause this is what this show is all about, right? This show is all about awkward teen love — so awkward, that you end up in situations you might not want to be in, because you’re young, stupid, and don’t know what to do. In fact, we almost get that. Continue reading

The Ramparts of Ice Ep. 11: The wheels of drama never stop turning

When we last left off, Akine had introduced herself to Koyuki. Why is this important? She’s related to a girl that our MC had had issues with in middle school. I know, I know, middle school is even less of a big deal than high school, but this is anime, so just catastrophize everything. So what’s this new girl gonna do~? Is she gonna start up duh-rama~? Well, while trying to skip the OP (I never watch them more than once unless they’re really, really good), I notice the younger sister squatting in a circle with Koyuki and her friends. So whoops, accidentally spoiled myself! Guess younger sis ain’t a meanie. Continue reading