Anime Rift Podcast
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Dive into all things weeb culture with The Anime Rift Podcast hosts Ox, Jake, and Frozen. A steady dose of anime, manga, gaming, esports and so much more!Support us by joining our Discord and following us across all social media platforms. Just visit out Linktree.https://linktr.ee/animeriftpodcast
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Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Dive into all things weeb culture with The Anime Rift Podcast hosts Ox, Jake, and Frozen. A steady dose of anime, manga, gaming, esports and so much more!Support us by joining our Discord and following us across all social media platforms. Just visit out Linktree.https://linktr.ee/animeriftpodcast
Language:
English
Episodes
Anime beefs and 2024 Peaks
4/30/2024
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including upcoming anime releases, their favorite anime of 2024, and their watchlist for the summer. They also express their opinions on certain anime and predict which ones might be a letdown. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with banter between the hosts. The conversation covers various topics including anime seasons, Crunchyroll profiles, streaming service sharing, beef between anime characters, and comparisons between hip hop beef and anime characters. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including rap battles, video game remasters, D&D scenarios, and memorable anime quotes. They share their thoughts on potential rap battles between characters from different anime series and discuss the remastered version of Fallout 4. They also talk about a D&D session where the players spend all their gold on new weapons only to face an enemy that can't be damaged by regular weapons. The conversation ends with a lighthearted discussion about eating ass and memorable anime quotes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Anime North
06:36 Watchlist for the Summer
13:14 Concerns about Potential Letdowns
29:06 Beef Between Anime Characters
37:47 Comparing Hip Hop Beef and Anime Rivalries
45:28 D&D Scenarios: Unexpected Challenges
52:38 Memorable Anime Quotes and Lighthearted Conversations
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Duration:00:58:10
Certified Munch
4/23/2024
The hosts discuss their break and catching up on anime. They talk about watching a lot of anime, including One Piece, Solo Leveling, and Sword Art Online. They debate the merits of dubbed versus subbed anime and share their favorite dubbed and subbed series. They also discuss their recent watchlist, including Code Geass, God of High School, and Fire Force. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their recent anime and gaming experiences. They talk about the anime series One Piece and Classroom of the Elite, sharing their thoughts on the characters and storylines. They also mention their excitement for the upcoming League of Legends MSI tournament and the Valorant Sentinels' victory. The hosts then discuss the live adaptation of Fallout on Prime and its unique storyline. They also announce their participation in Anime North and their plans for two live shows at the convention. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their excitement for Anime North and their plans for the event. They joke about the high cost of living in Canada, the unique aspects of Canadian culture, and their love for grits. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they discuss unconventional ways to immigrate. They end the conversation by expressing their gratitude to the listeners and promoting their upcoming episodes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Break Recap
06:09 The Dubbed vs. Subbed Debate
12:54 Code Geass: The Greatest Ending in Anime
27:27 Excitement for League of Legends MSI and Valorant Sentinels
36:13 Kaiju Number 8 and Anime North Announcement
45:58 Excitement for Anime North and Interacting with Fans
53:36 Unconventional Ways to Immigrate
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Duration:01:00:44
Getting Over The Slump
3/26/2024
Summary
In this episode of The Anime Rift, the hosts discuss the weather, review Solo Leveling Episode 10, talk about anime delays and the Blu-ray release of Jujutsu Kaisen, and play a game of guessing the anime based on Crunchyroll comments. In this episode, the hosts engage in an anime trivia challenge and discuss how to deal with anime slumps. They share their personal strategies for overcoming slumps, such as rewatching favorite anime or exploring new shows. They also talk about finding alternative forms of entertainment, such as gaming and reality TV. The episode concludes with a discussion about their upcoming break and plans for future episodes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Weather Update
01:54 Discussion on Solo Leveling Episode 10
03:01 Anime Delays and Blu-ray Release of Jujutsu Kaisen
08:37 Crunchyroll Comments: Guessing the Anime
18:25 Dealing with Anime Slumps
22:17 Finding Ways to Overcome Slumps
26:26 Exploring Other Forms of Entertainment
27:49 Upcoming Break and Future Plans
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Duration:00:35:17
Anime Arc-Everest
3/19/2024
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including Solo Leveling Episode 9, upcoming summer anime, the Demon Slayer movie, and the anime Good Night World. They also delve into the top 10 anime arcs, sharing their thoughts and opinions on some of the most memorable storylines in anime history. The conversation revolves around discussing favorite anime arcs and ranking them. The participants share their top five arcs from various anime series and debate the merits of each. They also discuss the difficulty of ranking arcs and the personal preferences that influence their choices. The segment concludes with a game of guessing anime based on comments from Crunchyroll. The conversation covers various topics including the difficulty of finding certain anime to watch, favorite quotes from the episode, the legacy of Akira Toriyama, and the acceptance of anime in everyday culture. They also discuss Dragon Ball moments, the impact of Dragon Ball on the anime industry, and the global reaction to the death of Akira Toriyama. The conversation concludes with updates on personal events and a call to action for listeners.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Solo Leveling Episode 9
03:11 Discussion on Solo Leveling
08:04 Upcoming Summer Anime
13:10 Discussion on Demon Slayer Movie
15:12 Review of Good Night World
25:26 Favorite Anime Arcs
26:00 Debate on Arc Choices
27:10 Multiple Great Arcs
28:05 Top Five Arcs
29:19 Older Anime Arcs
30:13 Arcs with Pivotal Moments
31:15 Difficulty Ranking Arcs
32:31 Best Arc in One Piece
33:15 Personal Top Five Arcs
35:16 Choosing the Best Arcs
36:36 Choosing Between Two Arcs
38:10 Ranking Arcs is Difficult
39:14 Crunchyroll Comments
43:43 Guessing the Anime
45:14 Discussion about not being able to watch certain anime
45:26 Favorite quote from the episode
46:17 Winner of the quote guessing game
47:01 Discussion about the anime industry not running out of ideas
47:25 Final question and discussion about Dragon Ball moments
48:17 Reflection on the legacy of Akira Toriyama
48:39 Discussion about the game Helldivers
49:21 Discussion about the acceptance of anime in everyday culture
50:03 Discussion about the impact of Dragon Ball on the anime industry
52:35 Discussion about the cultural impact of Dragon Ball
53:47 Reflection on the global reaction to the death of Akira Toriyama
57:03 Discussion about the artistry and production value of anime
59:16 Discussion about sports and sports betting
01:00:23 Discussion about personal updates and upcoming events
01:03:11 Closing remarks and call to action
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Duration:01:09:53
Jujutsu Kaisen Won HOW MANY!!!!
3/12/2024
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss Solo Leveling Episode 8 and share their thoughts on whether it redeemed the previous episode. They also explore the multiple storylines in Solo Leveling and speculate on the significance of the double dungeon and statues. The hosts then shift their focus to the Anime Awards and express their surprise at some of the winners. They debate the controversy surrounding the Best Cinematography award and discuss their opinions on the Anime of the Year award. The episode concludes with a discussion on the Best Main Character award. The conversation covers various topics, including the debate on the best main character, disappointment with the awards, the difference between people's choice and industry awards, the split season of Attack on Titan, the lack of versatility in the awards, upcoming anime recommendations, and straying off course. The conversation concludes with a discussion on revisiting the top 10 anime list. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their favorite anime lists and reflect on their personal choices. They also express their excitement about engaging with listeners and sharing their opinions on social media. The hosts plan to organize anime watch parties and encourage listeners to recommend anime for discussion. The conversation concludes with the hosts preparing for a game segment. In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to anime. They start by debating the superiority of dubs vs. subs. Then, they talk about the progress made by characters in different anime series. Next, they play a game where they guess which anime a specific word is from. They also discuss the announcement of new seasons for Avatar: The Last Airbender. The hosts then compare Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network and debate which network has better shows. Finally, they conclude the episode with closing remarks and reminders for listeners to engage with their content.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:28 Discussion on Solo Leveling Episode 8
09:06 Exploring the Multiple Storylines in Solo Leveling
13:10 Speculation on the Double Dungeon and Statues in Solo Leveling
21:18 Debate on the Anime of the Year Award
22:26 Discussion on Best Main Character Award
23:07 Best Main Character
24:18 Luffy as the Best Main Character
25:43 Disappointment with Awards
26:31 People's Choice vs Industry Awards
28:02 Attack on Titan's Split Season
29:02 Lack of Versatility in Awards
29:30 Upcoming Anime
30:07 Recommendations: Good Night World and Blue-Eyed Samurai
35:29 Straying Off Course
36:26 Top 10 Anime Revisited
39:24 Favorite Anime List
46:21 Reflecting on Personal Lists
52:32 Engaging with Listeners
54:53 Future Plans for the Podcast
55:02 Game Segment
55:25 Dub vs. Sub
57:12 Progress in Anime
01:00:37 One Word: Balls
01:03:54 Avatar: The Last Airbender
01:05:51 Nickelodeon vs. Cartoon Network
01:09:07 Ben 10 vs. Avatar
01:11:59 Closing Remarks
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Duration:01:13:59
White Hair Battle Gojo Vs Kakashi!
3/5/2024
Summary
In this episode of the Anime Rift Podcast, the hosts discuss the disappointment with Solo Leveling 7.5, a recap episode that offered nothing new. They express their frustration with the lack of original content and suggest alternative ideas for filler episodes. The conversation then shifts to a debate on who would win in a battle between Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen and Kakashi from Naruto. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each character and consider different scenarios. Finally, they ponder the weakest Naruto character who could defeat Gojo. The conversation revolves around the debate between Gojo and Kakashi and who would win in a battle. They discuss the speed, abilities, and battle IQ of both characters. The question of whether Kakashi can copy Gojo's domain expansion is raised. The importance of battle sense and visual prowess is highlighted. Ultimately, the conclusion is that while Gojo may have more feats and abilities, Kakashi's strategic thinking and deception give him the edge in a fight. In this episode, the hosts discuss various anime duos and debate the dynamics between different characters. They explore the relationships between Luffy and Zoro, Zoro and Sanji, and other popular duos in anime. The hosts also react to Crunchyroll comments and try to guess which anime the comments are referring to. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a farewell to Rogers Television.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Updates
02:20 Review of Solo Leveling 7.5
03:00 Recap Episodes and Filler
05:11 Disappointment with Solo Leveling 7.5
08:03 Ideas for Improvement
10:03 Discussion on Gojo vs Kakashi
15:09 Debate on the Outcome
22:06 Debating Gojo vs Kakashi
23:13 Can Kakashi Copy Gojo's Domain Expansion?
24:00 Hand-to-Hand Combat and Battle IQ
25:14 Kakashi's Speed vs Gojo's Limitless
26:08 Can Gojo Escape Genjutsu?
27:21 The Importance of Battle Sense and Visual Prowess
29:15 Summary and Conclusion
42:02 Discussion of Anime Duos
43:02 Debate on Luffy and Zoro vs. Zoro and Sanji
45:18 Exploring Other Anime Duos
49:45 Reacting to Crunchyroll Comments
56:08 Closing Remarks and Farewell to Rogers Television
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Duration:01:00:23
Gamer Sounds and Anime Rounds
2/28/2024
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the latest episodes of Solo Leveling and share their thoughts on the boss fight and quest update. They also talk about sounds from video games that haunt them, including Lavender Town from Pokemon and the low health sound in Sonic the Hedgehog. The hosts then discuss their progress in watching One Piece and upcoming anime and video game updates. The episode concludes with a question for the hosts about their current anime ratings. The conversation covers various anime recommendations. The hosts discuss their favorite anime rankings and the elements they would change in certain anime series. They also explore the concept of altering the storyline in One Piece and the existence of Gold Roger's treasure. Overall, the conversation delves into the enjoyment and potential modifications of popular anime series. They also discuss the importance of certain deaths, such as Asuma's and Neji's, and the power and acknowledgement of characters like Madara. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the success of streamers on Twitch.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Solo Leveling
02:28
Discussion on Solo Leveling Boss Fight
05:17
Update on Solo Leveling Quest
07:10
Excitement for Future Solo Leveling Episodes
13:47
Sounds from Video Games that Haunt Us
19:48
Discussion on One Piece Progress
26:38
Upcoming Anime and Video Game Updates
27:51
Closing Remarks and Question for the Hosts
28:44
Discussion about Nunu and anime recommendations
29:31
Favorite anime recommendations
30:13
Discussion about Metallic Rogue
31:10
Slow burn storytelling in Metallic Rogue
32:31
Discussion about the plot of Metallic Rogue
33:05
Favorite anime rankings
34:09
Discussion about Ninja Kamui
35:32
Discussion about Classroom of the Elite
36:33
Discussion about Dr. Elise
37:00
Discussion about the character development in Dr. Elise
38:48
Discussion about changing elements in anime
44:28
Changing elements in Sword Art Online
45:08
Changing elements in Demon Slayer
48:45
Changing elements in Vinland Saga
49:18
Changing elements in One Piece
53:27
Discussion about the existence of Gold Roger's treasure in One Piece
54:14
Changing elements in One Piece
55:08
Speculating about One Piece
56:22
Discussing Changes in Anime
57:30
Contemplating Character Deaths in Naruto
59:14
The Impact of Deaths in Naruto
01:01:57
The Ripple Effect of Deaths in Naruto
01:03:08
Choosing Between Jiraiya and Kakashi
01:04:36
The Importance of Asuma's Death
01:06:31
Kakashi's Strength and Potential Changes
01:09:23
The Impact of Neji's Death
01:10:02
Madara's Power and Acknowledgement
01:13:52
The Success of Streamers on Twitch
01:17:13
The Effects of Traveling and Getting Sick
01:19:11
Closing Comments and Farewell
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Duration:01:21:03
Gaslighting: A Whirlwind Adventure from Solo Leveling to Deal Breakers!
2/27/2024
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to anime and video games. They start by talking about gaslighting in anime and share some funny moments. Then, they move on to discuss the latest episode of Solo Leveling and speculate about future episodes. Next, they talk about upcoming anime releases and the live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Finally, they discuss recent video game releases and blunders.
00:00
Introduction and Gaslighting in Anime
03:13
Discussion on Solo Leveling
10:27
Upcoming Anime and Video Games
13:14
Borderlands Movie and Avatar: The Last Airbender
20:18
Video Game Community and Skull and Bones
21:30
Helldivers and Indie Companies
23:01
Server Issues and AFK Kick
25:30
Closing Statements and Demon Slayer
26:49
Deal Breakers and Anime Topics
30:33
Microphone Issues and Anime Clothing
32:20
Poorly Written Female Characters
35:29
Voice Actors in Dubbed Anime
36:19
Defenseless and Whiny Characters
38:55
Pet Peeves
39:14
Whiny Defenseless Characters
39:56
Loud Protagonists
40:16
Repetitive Catchphrases
41:16
Long Recaps
41:53
Long Monologues
43:17
Oblivious Protagonists
43:54
Delayed Relationships
44:47
Anime That Never Ends
48:41
Missing Anime
50:57
Blue Lock
51:28
Thorfinn's Story
52:10
Dress Up Darling
52:39
Disappointment with Movie Releases
54:08
One Piece
57:50
Discussion about watching anime
01:00:03
Controversy around early access games
01:03:02
Deluxe editions and spending habits
01:08:04
Financial considerations and upcoming plans
01:13:03
Closing statements and future episodes
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Duration:01:14:16
Feeling Villainous
2/13/2024
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to anime and football. They start by discussing which anime characters would best represent football teams. They then move on to talk about anime villains that are hard to hate, highlighting characters like Maximilian Pegasus from Yu-Gi-Oh!, Sukuna from Jujutsu Kaisen, and Akihiko Kayaba from Sword Art Online. The episode concludes with some final thoughts and a preview of the upcoming podcast episode. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss which villains they would help succeed and which anime verse has the best villains. They mention characters like Doflamingo and Madara from One Piece, as well as Askeladd from Vinland Saga. They also talk about the unique qualities of One Piece villains and how they are developed throughout the series. Overall, they highlight the importance of well-written and compelling villains in anime.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Super Bowl Week
03:44 Anime Characters Representing Football Teams
11:49 Anime Villains That Are Hard to Hate
19:24 Discussion on Various Anime Villains
26:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
29:35 Helping a Villain Succeed
49:40 Best Villains in Anime
56:41 Confusion in JJK
57:14 Comparison with Chainsaw Man
58:02 Villains in JJK
58:34 Collecting Akatsuki Funko Pops
59:02 Detailed Funko Pop Designs
01:00:19 Building LEGO Sets
01:01:39 LEGO Frustrations
01:03:13 LEGO Ideas and Naruto Sets
01:05:22 Lack of Patience for Puzzles
01:06:17 Being Villains
01:06:50 Jake's Voyage on the Grand Line
01:07:08 Closing Remarks
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Duration:01:07:53
The Worthy
2/6/2024
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the latest episode of Solo Leveling, which receives positive reviews. They also engage in a heated debate about which anime character could wield Thor's hammer. The hosts then move on to discuss recent gaming news, including the release of Pal World, Enshrouded, and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The conversation covers upcoming anime releases, the importance of catch-up mechanics, game reviews, and the future of streaming platforms.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Updates
03:00
Discussion on Solo Leveling
08:23
Anime Character Who Could Wield Thor's Hammer
19:55
Gaming News: Pal World, Enshrouded, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League
27:46
Formula One Racing News
31:42
Late Night Wake-Up Call
32:19
Work Chat Interruption
33:00
Drip
38:08
MCU Clash of Anime
45:23
Who Can Wield Thor's Hammer?
52:35
Naruto vs. Boruto
54:06
Power Levels and Absorption
55:55
Discussion about upcoming anime releases
57:22
The importance of catch-up mechanics in anime
01:01:04
Review of the game Enshrouded
01:07:19
Anticipation for 'Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League'
01:16:02
The potential downfall of Twitch and the rise of other streaming platforms
01:23:49
Closing remarks and appreciation for listeners
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Duration:02:55:39
Crunchyroll Awards and Happiness
1/30/2024
The hosts discuss the Anime Awards and share their opinions on various categories, including Best Drama, Character You Must Protect, Best Supporting Character, Best Main Character, Best New Series, Best Continuing Series, and Anime of the Year. The conversation covers a debate between Demon Slayer and Vinland Saga for the Anime Awards, a discussion about Solo Leveling Episode 3. In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the butterfly effect and suspicion in the anime they are watching. They also talk about innovative problem-solving, the possibility of a love triangle, and changing perceptions of characters. The conversation then shifts to the live-action adaptation of The Last Airbender and the anticipation for its release. They also discuss a special episode of One Piece and the concept of one-shot episodes in anime. The hosts compare Oda, the creator of One Piece, to Tolkien and discuss Riot Games' restructuring.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Social Media
01:20 Anime Awards and Solo Leveling
03:55 Anime Awards: Best Drama
05:12 Anime Awards: Character You Must Protect
08:34 Anime Awards: Best Supporting Character
13:24 Anime Awards: Best Main Character
16:35 Anime Awards: Best New Series
20:36 Anime Awards: Best Continuing Series
25:11 Anime Awards: Anime of the Year
26:01 Debate: Demon Slayer vs. Vinland Saga
38:32 Discussion: Solo Leveling Episode 3
51:52 The Butterfly Effect and Suspicion
52:38 Innovative Problem-Solving
53:33 Love Triangle and Changing Perceptions
55:18 Live-Action Adaptation of The Last Airbender
57:57 One Piece Special Episode
58:46 One-Shot Episodes in Anime
59:26 Comparing Oda to Tolkien
01:03:48 Riot Games' Restructuring
01:06:58 The Success of Palworld
01:09:30 Nintendo's Future and GameCube Nostalgia
01:13:42 Wrap-Up and Call to Action
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Duration:01:15:25
New Year New Rift
1/16/2024
2024 is here at last and nothing like winter anime to wake the host up from their winter break. Jump into the rift and lets talk winter anime and what 2024 has to offer!
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Duration:00:28:30
Rift Wrapped | Ep. 29
12/19/2023
The Grand finale of the year join the host as they look back on the year and discuss all of their favorites of 2023. Join us for all your anime, gaming and manga favs and let us know what made your 2023 worth wild.
Big thank you to our friends and family and all of our listeners we love you!!!
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Duration:00:29:00
We Back Baby | Ep. 28
12/6/2023
Hey Rifters sorry we where gone for so long but we are back on the beaten schedule. Hope you all have a happy holidays!! Rift as you where
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Duration:00:49:58
Ascending | Ep. 27
10/31/2023
Lets all ascend together as we talk about ark finally dropping and catch up on were the crew is on one piece. Stick around for some worlds updates as the teams battle in the swiss stage!
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Duration:00:49:52
The Worst of the Best | Ep. 26
9/26/2023
Welcome all to another episode and this week as the title suggest it's the worst of the best. The worst endings, the worst summer anime and much more. Stay tuned!
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Duration:01:07:32
Summer Anime Recap | Ep. 25
9/5/2023
Big recap and some gaming news this week on the Anime Rift. Stick around as we talk Bleach, Zom 100, and the summers best isekai. As well as some gaming news and flops!
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Duration:01:08:57
Summer Time Shine | Ep. 24
8/1/2023
Summer has brought us some banger anime and todays episode is all about it! Join the host as they talk what summer anime their watching and what you should add to your list!
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Duration:01:06:26
The Naming | Ep. 23
7/18/2023
Welcome back you beautiful rifters to another delightful episode of the anime rift podcast. Hell's paradise has come to and end but dont be sad because July is jam packed with anime.
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Duration:00:44:02
Wheeling and dealing | Episode 22
7/4/2023
Welcome one and all to another episode of the Anime Rift Podcast. Today is Hell's paradise recap along side the wheeeeeeeeeeel. Listen in and see what the host are watching next and their thoughts on gabimaru leading up to the season finale of Hell's Paradise!
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Duration:00:53:25