What They Say: “Walk-Off Home Run” Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) Now that all the pieces are in place and the stakes are set, Ramens gets right down to its finale. Lin and Fei Lan’s fight is cut short when Lin escapes out the window and gets away, … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 12 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post What They Say: “Brawl” The Review: Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) With only one episode left, Ramens has the stage set for an exciting finale. While Sarucchi, the Kakyu Association, and Sheung Wan all have their parts to play, this arc is ultimately all … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 11 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post What They Say: “Shortstop” The Review: Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) Now that we’ve learned at least part of Lin’s past, it’s starting to catch up to him, and is set to drag Hakata into a full on gang war. Having somehow … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 10 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Hit and Run” The Review: Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) After weeks of focus on Banba and the supporting cast, Ramens returns Lin’s backstory in its best episode yet. Outside of some banter and baseball practice between Lin and Banba (as … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 9 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Trick Play” The Review: Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) Fond as it is of baseball metaphors, Ramens’ latest episode is more similar to a game of chess. With a virus broadcasting his location to M3 whenever he uses his … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 8 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Leadoff Hitter” The Review: Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) After two arcs centered around Lin and Banba, it’s time for our favorite mushroom-headed hacker to take the lead. Lin and Banba are given supporting roles here, but this arc … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 7 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Pinch Hitter” Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) In a show with as many disparate characters and plotlines as Ramens, connections are crucial. Connecting all of its plotlines are what allows it to be a cohesive story, as opposed to … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 6 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Tryouts” Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) Now that the introductory arc is over, Ramens wastes no time starting a new arc. Like the previous arc, it throws a lot of seemingly separate plotlines out there that will no doubt … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 5 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Ninth Inning, Two Outs” Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) After three episodes of setup, Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens goes through its climax at a breakneck pace, resolving plotlines left and right. Such a fast pace could come off as rushed … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 4 Review

Originally published on The Fandom Post. What They Say: “Teamwork” Content: (please note that content portions of a review may contain spoilers) Now that all the players are introduced, it’s time for Ramens to get things moving for real. After last weeks underwhelming twist, Ramens is back on its feet with the most plot momentum … Continue reading Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens Episode 3 Review