1) I give you fine people: Cat Shit One, the animated series. Previously released in America as the manga Apocalypse Meow, CS1 takes similar subject matter, and moves it to the Iraqi theater. Despite the cuddliness, the story does seem pretty intense. I will be checking this out as soon as I can, and you should too on its release in late 2010. (A dubbed version on average will take about 6 more months…)

2) Let’s get into other news on the anime front. First of all, if you’ve been tired of all the boring “Bounts” story-arc-filler crap, Adult Swim is now double premiering on Saturdays so we can get to the kick-ass Espada storyline. Also they’ve hinted at a new series as well, so if it’s any good, you’ll be the first to hear a review from me.

3) Lastly, if you aren’t watching Code Geass, you’re missing out. One of the finest story lines in new anime out there, Geass mixes deep emotional issues with amazing mecha action, plus tons of fan service. Volumes one through six are available on DVD, and keep your eyes out for the special edition box sets. If you go with the first, you get a sturdy box to hold six discs, plus other extras.