The Anime Momma Blog

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Category: Older Teens | Approx. 16-17+

  • Wistoria: Wand and Sword (Season 2) – Anime Review

    Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2 is packed with thrilling battles, stunning worldbuilding, and unexpected twists. Will Serfort’s journey is both epic and emotional, as he faces personal loss and discovers hidden powers. This season is a must-watch for fans of action, adventure, and fantasy.

  • Wistoria: Wand and Sword (Season 1) – Anime Review

    Will Serfort’s story in Wistoria: Wand and Sword is a powerful tale of perseverance and self-worth. In a world where magic is the norm, Will’s unique abilities and unwavering spirit make him a standout character. Don’t miss out on this exciting anime!

  • Wonder Egg Priority (Season 1) – Anime Review

    Wonder Egg Priority is a breathtaking psychological fantasy that explores grief, trauma, friendship, and healing through imaginative dream worlds and deeply personal stories. Although its colorful art style resembles a magical girl anime, it tackles some of the heaviest emotional subjects I’ve encountered in anime. Beautifully animated and emotionally powerful, this is one of my…

  • [Oshi no Ko] (S2; 13 Episodes) – Anime Review

    This season of Oshi no Ko is less about physical violence and more about emotional trauma. While there is little blood or gore, the themes are intense: grief, panic attacks, guilt, revenge, identity, abandonment, and mental health struggles. There are brief moments of sexual implication, adult drinking, and disturbing emotional content—including a scene that strongly…

  • [Oshi no Ko] (S1; 11 Episodes) – Anime Review

    [Oshi no Ko] (S1) is emotionally intense rather than action-heavy. It explores grief, trauma, identity, and revenge through a story about reincarnation and the dark side of the entertainment industry. While not graphic, it contains heavy themes including murder, suicide, abuse, and cyberbullying. Best for preteens+ with parental guidance.