105! Steel Ball Run

In episode 105 of the Weekend Weebs Podcast, Jason and Alonzo talk about:00:59 Is Marvel Rivals Dead?Should Marvel Rivals Remove Tanks?20:16 JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run discussion, standout characters like Gyro Zeppeli, and favorite moments37:04 Black Clover: Magna’s Peak Moment & Animation Improvements46:46 Black Clover vs. My Hero Academia: Who Has Better Characters?1:01:12 Cyberpunk, Wrap-Up & Next Week’s PreviewConnect With Us!Weekendweebs.comhttps://www.patreon.com/WeekendWeebs

Ryomen Sukuna usually brings an unmatched, terrifying aura to Jujutsu Kaisen—leaving everyone from special grade sorcerers to cursed spirits shaking in their boots. But every king has his lowest moments!In this episode, we breakdown the Top 5 Times Sukuna Lost All His Aura Points in the JJK manga. We’re diving deep into his most embarrassing defeats, flabbergasted reactions, and desperate tactics. From getting snuck up on by Maki and getting knocked out by Satoru Gojo, to that infamous panel where he screams for Mahoraga’s help—we analyze how these moments shifted the entire fandom’s perspective on the King of Curses."Valse Gymnopedie" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Weekend Weebs: Episode 104 – The Marvel Rivals Golden Era & Witch Hat Season FinaleDate: July 9, 2026Hosts: Alonzo & JasonIt is blistering hot in the studio, but the grind never stops. This week, Alonzo and Jason are back to break down the massive new season of Marvel Rivals and give their final thoughts on the Witch Hat Atelier season finale.🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: We have officially launched the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekend Weebs Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to watch the unedited, ad-free video versions of these wacky discussions and see our faces? ⁠⁠⁠⁠WeekendWeebs.com⁠The Marvel Rivals "Culling Games" Season: Jason is incredibly hyped for Season 9, claiming it's the "Golden Era" or "Heian Era" of the game where practically every character got a massive buff. Meanwhile, Alonzo has been out of the loop and explains why playing solo queue as a support/tank main has been testing his sanity.Character Breakdowns: The guys discuss major changes to characters like Elsa, Psylocke, Venom, Thor, and Cloak. Plus, Jason details his plans to expand his DPS roster to counter Alonzo's future matches.The Longevity of Marvel Rivals: How long can this game last? Alonzo and Jason debate whether the community will keep it alive for the next decade, or if it risks pulling a classic "Overwatch 2" blunder.Witch Hat Atelier Season 1 Finale: A deep dive into Episode 13. While the animation and voice acting throughout the season were top-tier, the guys get honest about that cliffhanger. Was it a good episode but a terrible season finale? They discuss Qifrey's brutal sneak attack, the mystery behind his glasses, and why this series desperately needed a 24-episode run.Quick Hits on Ghost in the Shell: First impressions of the new animation style on Amazon, and why it might look a little too much like Rick and Morty for comfort.Support the Show!If you enjoyed the episode, please take a second to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for clips and follow Weekend Weebs on all social platforms. Your reviews really help us beat the algorithm!What are your thoughts on the massive Marvel Rivals character overhauls?

Welcome back to another episode of The Weekend Weebs! In Episode 103, hosts Alonzo and Jason dive into a packed week of gaming breakdowns, anime finales, and personal stories. First up, the guys break down their experience running a six-stack team in Marvel Rivals. They recap a narrow, hard-fought match on the New York City map and dissect exactly what went wrong with their team synergy. Jason gives his "Celestial One" expertise on the current meta, sparking a major debate over Cyclops. Is Cyclops completely overtuned with his high-damage three-round burst and kill-confirming abilities, or is he perfectly balanced? They also discuss their favorite poke and dive characters, analyzing the mobility and toolkit of heroes like Rocket, Hella, Bucky, Iron Man, and Venom. Next, the conversation shifts to anime as they review Episode 12—the prehistoric season finale—of Witch Hat Atelier. Jason and Alonzo break down the intense world-building, the history of the magic empire that crumbled under its own elitism, and the suspenseful abduction of the instructor. They share their theories on the Brimcaps' true motives, what the Proctor's warning means for the students, and their predictions for the upcoming finale. Plus, they react to the massive anime news drops, including the Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 trailer and MAPPA's teasers surrounding the Attack on Titan final season anniversary. To wrap things up, Alonzo talks about starting his playthrough of Ghost of Tsushima on the PS4, and Jason recounts his first-ever massive roller coaster experience at Cedar Point, ranking major rides like the Millennium Force, Steel Vengeance, and Top Thrill Dragster. Whether you're here for competitive hero shooter breakdowns or deep anime analysis, this episode has it all!🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: We have officially launched the ⁠⁠Weekend Weebs Patreon! ⁠⁠Want to watch the unedited, ad-free video versions of these wacky discussions and see our faces?⁠⁠WeekendWeebs.com

Is Victor Wembanyama already on the path to becoming the greatest of all time? In this episode of Weekend Weebs, Lonzo and Jason break down the latest NBA action, including the Spurs' struggles to close games and the "historical" run of the New York Knicks. We debate the "GOAT" potential of Wemby versus the consistent greatness of Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, while Jason explains his theory on "fast twitch" players versus methodical scorers like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.Beyond the court, Lonzo recaps a chaotic, flooded trip to Cedar Point—complete with "sea lion" trends and $17 pizza slices. Then, we dive deep into Witch Hat Atelier, analyzing Agott’s character development, the blurred lines of forbidden magic, and some ominous foreshadowing for the season finale.NBA Deep Dive: Why the Spurs can't close out 30-point leads and whether Wemby’s year-three resume already rivals the legends.Knicks vs. Spurs: Is OG Anunoby actually the MVP of the finals? Jason breaks down the "true shooting percentage" stats.Cedar Point Survival Guide: Why you should always check the weather and pack your own lunch to avoid the "flooded parking lot" blues.Anime Reviews:Witch Hat Atelier: A synopsis of the latest test, the introduction of the new Proctor, and the brother-sister backstory that explains a lot about our favorite apprentices.Daemons of the Shadow Realm: Does the animation spike in episode 10 save the series, or is it still a "hard pass"?The "Prank" Debate: From Brightburn recommendations to throwing PS4s in pools—what actually counts as a prank?Marvel Rivals: Lonzo vents about the Black Cat nerfs and whether he'll be switching back to Psylocke.

Wolverine gameplay, massive PlayStation State of Play reveals, and dark forbidden magic secrets—we cover it all in Episode 101 of the Weekend Weebs podcast! Join Alonzo and Jason as they break down the biggest releases in gaming and deep-dive into this week's anime episodes. First up, the guys unpack the blockbuster announcements from the latest PlayStation State of Play. Jason gives his reactions to the unexpected God of War spin-off and the brutal, 10-minute Insomniac Wolverine gameplay trailer. They also dive into the reveal of Marvel Tokan, the upcoming 2D fighting game by Arc System Works featuring Carnage and Green Goblin. Plus, Alonzo shares his hot takes on why the Spider-Man franchise missed the mark for him, before the duo debates whether live-service trends are ruining modern multiplayer titles and clash over the slow, intentional difficulty of Souls-like hits like Elden Ring and Bloodborne. Next, the conversation shifts to weekly anime reviews. Alonzo catches us up on Hiromu Arakawa's Daemons of the Shadow Realm Episode 9, analyzing the sudden attack on the Kagemori clan grounds, the looming twin prophecy of chaos, and whether this slow-burn manga adaptation is finally gearing up for a serious tone shift. Finally, the hosts dissect a massive character-driven episode in Witch Hat Atelier Episode 10. They discuss the growing magical bond between Coco and Tartah, look closely at Quifrey's suspicious memory-erasing lies, and debate the ethical boundaries of forbidden magic like invisibility and human cellular healing. Could the dark side of this seinen fantasy world lead to a major character death down the line? To close out the show, the guys talk about Studio Bones production teams and lock in their final predictions for the Spurs vs. Knicks series. If you enjoyed this episode, please drop a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or hit the subscribe button on YouTube!🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: We have officially launched the ⁠Weekend Weebs Patreon! ⁠Want to watch the unedited, ad-free video versions of these wacky discussions and see our faces?⁠WeekendWeebs.com

Witch Hat Atelier Episode 9 ReviewDaemons of The Shadow Realm episode 5 ReviewCelebrate 100 episodes of the Weekend Weebs podcast! 🎉 In this milestone episode, the crew dives deep into a massive discussion surrounding the dark secrets and complex morality of our favorite magic series. Are the Brimmed Caps actually evil, or are the extreme rules of the Knights Morales pushing them to the edge? We break down everything from Coco's recent memory-wiping dilemma in Episode 9 to the ethical boundaries of forbidden magic.Before we jump into our main anime analysis, we kick things off with a chaotic pre-show catch-up. From supervisor stories at Colossal Con to a heated debate over whether Paul Atreides (Dune) has more aura than Anakin Skywalker (Star Wars), we’re covering it all. Plus, we share our thoughts on the current state of the WNBA, explain the bizarre reality of player contract waivers, and vent our frustrations about a certain video game's false cross-platform multiplayer advertising.To wrap it all up, we share our unfiltered hot takes on the latest anime award winners, debating why Gachiakuta Season 1 deserved a win over My Hero Academia in a pure popularity contest.🚀 SUPPORT THE SHOW: We have officially launched the Weekend Weebs Patreon! Want to watch the unedited, ad-free video versions of these wacky discussions and see our faces?WeekendWeebs.comTime Codes:00:00 – Con Culture, Monster Trucks & Colossal Con Prime05:04 – Star Wars vs. Dune: The Ultimate Aura Debate (Anakin vs. Paul Atreides)07:00 – Watching From & Let’s Talk WNBA: High Turnover & Contract Waivers20:40 – Gaming Rant: False Cross-Play Marketing Disasters21:40 – Weekend Weebs Patreon Launch Announcement!22:20 – Witch Hat Atelier Episode 9 Breakdown: Is Coco in Danger?36:50 – Main Topic: Are the Brimmed Caps Actually Evil?54:40 – Anime Popularity Contests: Gachiakuta vs. My Hero Academia

Daemons Of the Shadow Realm: Why Jason Dropped ItWitch Hat Atelier Episode 2-8 Review🔥 Join our Patreon for UNCUT VIDEO Episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/WeekendWeebs⁠ ⁠⁠⁠For just $1, support the show to get the unedited video version. Check out ⁠⁠⁠WeekendWeebs.com⁠⁠⁠ for manga breakdowns.Welcome back to another episode of the Weekend Weebs podcast! In Episode 99, Alonzo and Jason return from an IRL hiatus to dive straight into the latest anime and manga hitting their screens. First up, the guys have an honest, spoiler-free discussion on why one of them decided to drop the highly anticipated anime Daemons of the Shadow Realm after just a few episodes. Is the modern-world twist with guns and tech too much of a clusterf***, or did it just lack the hook to keep them invested? Alonzo shares his plans to stick with it and report back! Then, the main event: a massive deep dive into Witch Hat Atelier. Having just binged the first several episodes, Alonzo and Jason break down the incredible magic system, the looming threat of the Brim Caps, and the strict laws enforced by the Knights Morales. They also share some wild fan theories—including a dual-personality hypothesis surrounding the teacher, Qifrey. Is Qifrey hiding a dark history, or are the rumors spreading through the town completely true? Tune in for unfiltered anime reviews, hot takes on forbidden magic, and your weekly dose of otaku culture!Timestamps / Chapter Markers:00:00 – Welcome Back & Summer Vibing 01:20 – Why We Dropped Daemons (Anime Review) 05:55 – Witch Hat Atelier Binge & Initial Thoughts 07:30 – Decoding the Lore: Forbidden Magic & The Watchful Eye 09:10 – Wild Theories: Is Qifrey a Brim Cap? 10:45 – The Knights Morales & Magic System Rules

Todays Topics of Discussion​Daemons of the shadow realm Episode 1​Witch Hat Atelier Episode 1 ​Invincible Season 3 ​🔥 Join our Patreon for UNCUT VIDEO Episodes: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/WeekendWeebs⁠ ⁠⁠For just $1, support the show to get the unedited video version. Check out ⁠⁠⁠WeekendWeebs.com⁠⁠⁠ for manga breakdowns.In this episode, Alonzo and Jason dive deep into the premiere of two highly anticipated shows: Damons of the Shadow Realm and Witch Hat Atelier. We break down the confusing time-travel theories in Hiromu Arakawa’s new world, debate the "Jaegarist" ideology in Attack on Titan, and question why Viltrumites in Invincible are so obsessed with strength to their own detriment.  We also discuss the animation industry’s current state—comparing the high-octane production of Jujutsu Kaisen to the visual style of Invincible—and whether passion or budget is the real driving force behind our favorite scenes.TIMESTAMPS​00:00 – Intro: Is this Episode 97 or 98?  ​00:27 – First Impressions: Damons of the Shadow Realm vs. Witch Hat Atelier  ​01:10 – The Mystery of the Twins: Time travel or different timelines?  ​05:50 – Hiromu Arakawa & the Fullmetal Alchemist Legacy  ​07:43 – The "Second Show" Curse: Kishimoto & Samurai 8  ​09:25 – Official Weekend Weebs Patreon Launch!  ​20:33 – Invincible Season 2: Why are Viltrumites like this?  ​27:13 – Animation Deep Dive: MAPPA, JJK, & Industry Passion  ​40:15 – Omni-Man, Redemption, & Homelander Comparisons  ​42:04 – Attack on Titan: The Jaegarist Debate  ​59:53 – Outro: Perfect Balance

In this week's episode, Alonzo and Jason dive into a "Triple Threat" of gaming updates, controversial anime critiques, and a deep dive into the JoJo multiverse.Episode Highlights:Marvel Rivals & ELO Hell: Jason updates us on his Season 7 journey in Marvel Rivals. After placing GM1 and hitting the top 100 leaderboards, he finds himself grinding through "ELO Hell". Alonzo voices the frustrations of leveling a smurf account through the "mosh pit" of Quick Play.The Megumi "Bum" Debate: The hosts break down the latest Jujutsu Kaisen action, focusing on the Megumi vs. Reggie Star fight. They discuss Megumi's "Toji-esque" anime design and a controversial censorship choice that makes Megumi seem more "simpish" than his manga counterpart.Yuta vs. Yuji: Who is the better protagonist? Alonzo and Jason debate the emotional weight of Yuji’s struggle versus Yuta’s overwhelming power and tragic backstory.Animation Gripes: Alonzo shares his concerns regarding JJK’s recent "Dragon Ball Z" style shift, questioning if flying through buildings and energy lasers is straying too far from the series' grounded roots.JoJo’s Multiverse & Rankings: The guys take a trip through JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, ranking their favorite parts from the classic Stardust Crusaders to the alternate reality of Steel Ball Run. Find out why Part 4 is at the bottom of their list and why they still have a soft spot for the beginnings of the Joestar lineage.Industry News: A quick look at the recent Crunchyroll data leaks and whether the service is still worth the monthly sub.Whether you're here for the high-level gaming talk or the heated manga-to-anime comparisons, this episode has something for every weeb.