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Rave Master, Vol. 1-3

Fifty years ago, an epic war raged between the forces of light and shadow, ending with a massive explosion that scattered the light's precious Rave Stones throughout the world. Now, young Haru Glory, the new Rave Master, must journey to uncover these legendary Rave Stones, the only force powerful enough to defeat the evil of the Shadow Stones. Armed with the magical Decaforce Sword, Haru joins forces with Elie, a spunky girl trying to remember her forgotten past, and a lovable creature named Plue. Together they attempt to unlock the secret to the destiny that has brought them together. It is a journey of heroism and self-discovery. It is the adventure of a lifetime.

Initial D - Battle 8 - Rain Battle

Episode 22: Fierce Uphill Battle!It's strategy versus speed as K.T and Zack go head-to-head.Episode 23: The Rainy DownhillTak accepts a challenge from team Night Kids.Episode 24: Akagi's White Comet.The tension is almost unbearable as Tak prepares for his race with Ry Takahashi!System Requirements: Running Time 150 MinFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: ANIMATION/ADULT SWIM Rating: NR UPC: 645573018825 Manufacturer No: TPDV-01882

Marmalade Boy Ultimate Scrapbook - Volume 1 (Episodes 1-19)

The plot of the popular teen comedy Marmalade Boy consists of a series of interlocking romantic polygons that suggest a cross between The Brady Bunch and As the World Turns. Toryo High School junior Miki Koshikawa is appalled when her parents announce that they and their friends the Matsuras have decided to divorce, switch partners, remarry, and live together. This marital mix-and-match scheme forces Miki into contact with the Matsuras' handsome son Yuu. His mischievous sense of humor plays against what is basically a warm, gentle nature, leading Miki to compare him to the bittersweet taste of orange marmalade.

The budding romance between Miki and Yuu upsets Ginta, whom Miki nurtured a crush on two years earlier. Arimi, Yuu's conniving former girlfriend, suggests she and Ginta pretend to date to make Miki jealous. Their sham romance infuriates Ginta's obnoxious cousin Tsutomu, who adores Arimi and hates Yuu. Tsutomu provides welcome comic relief, as he's always losing bets that require him to shave his head. Meanwhile, Meiko, Miki's best friend, dodges the attentions of student body president Satoshi to pursue a star-crossed romance with one of her teachers.

It's not clear just what Yuu and Ginta see in fussy, indecisive Miki. The relationships in Marmalade Boy go through more twists and turns than an L.A. freeway, but the series ran for 76 episodes--three times as long as Evangelion, which also debuted in 1995--and has remained popular ever since. (Rated 13 and older: minor cartoon violence, minor profanity, alcohol use) --Charles Solomon

All Miki Koishikawa wanted was an ordinary family…and that's exactly what she had until her parents decided to move in with another couple and turned Miki's world upside down. Now she lives in a house with four parents and her totally cute stepbrother Yuu. It's bad enough being brought into her parents' strange soap opera, but Miki will star in a soap of her own as she deals with friends having affairs, trying to survive in school and ending up torn between her long-time crush, Ginta, and her new stepbrother!

Marmalade Boy: Ultimate Scrapbook, Vol. 2

Miki and Yuu are in the center of a romantic whirlwind--not only are Ginta and Arimi trying to get in the middle of their relationship, new friends and relatives are becoming involved in this muddled mess! With part-time jobs, holiday trips, sports and school activities, are Yuu and Miki too busy to recognize their true feelings for each other? Or will misunderstandings and secrets drive them apart? The drama has never been so delicious!

Real Bout High School - Enter the Samurai Girl (Vol. 1)

Ryoko Mitsurugi is the champion of the K-fight, an anything-goes, anytime, anywhere martial arts battle that is the signature feature of Daimon High. Her prowess also brings problems: Daisaku follows her everywhere with a camera and computer; Azumi, the snide president of the flower-arranging club, keeps interrupting her moments with Tatsuya, the gentle kendo coach; and Shizuma, the school's rowdy ex-champion, insists on a rematch. Ryoko finds a mysterious pendant that transports her to the world of Solvania, where she battles a dragonlike "demon beast." Convinced it's just a dream, Ryoko begins an intensive apprenticeship in traditional swordsmanship at Hiten Temple, only to be pulled back to Solvania, this time with Shizuma. The engaging characters and deft balance of slapstick and adventure give Real Bout High School a rambunctious charm that will appeal to fans of Generator Gawl and Outlaw Star. Rated 13 Up: Violence, minor profanity. --Charles Solomon

Vampire Princess Miyu - Haunting (TV Vol. 2)

GTO - Accusations (Vol. 10)

Meet Eikichi Onizuka a 22-year old college karate champ and ex-biker. He's crude foul-mouthed and has a hair-trigger temper. His goal: to be the Greatest High School Teacher in the World!In this shocking finale the students end their school trip with high spirits and open hearts. Onizuka makes sure things stay that way by pushing the envelope to save his troubled student Miyabi. In this test of wills Onizuka shows everyone why he's the greatest high school teacher in the world!System Requirements: Running Time 100 MinFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: ANIMATION/ADULT SWIM Rating: NR UPC: 645573017521 Manufacturer No: TPDV-1752

GTO - Field Trips (Vol. 9)

Episodes 36 - 39:Episode 36: Self-Improvement: Fuyutsuki's Transformation Fuyutsuki goes shopping for a swimsuit for the field trip to Onizuka ... an errand that proves far more complicated than you might think ... Episode 37: Living Together Even on a field trip Yoshikawa has to deal with the requisite bullying by Anko. Episode 38: Great Treasure Onizuka Blinded by his greed Onizuka forces his students to search for a treasure thought to be exist somewhere on Ishigaki island ... and rumored to be worth 2 trillion yen! Episode 39:Alone in the Dark Yoshikawa and Anko share a life-threatening experience; totally ignorant of their plight Onizuka continues his mad quest for the treasure.System Requirements:Running time: 100 minutes Copyright Tokyopop 2003Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: ANIMATION/ADULT SWIM Rating: NR UPC: 645573017422 Manufacturer No: TPDV-1742

Reign The Conqueror, Vol. 4: Destruction

Alexander's unification of Persia and Macedonia is complete. Impatient to continue his campaign he marches into India despite Aristotle's warning's of a trap awaiting him. The stabilizing Platohedron's collapse is a sign of things to come as the spirits of Alexander's slain enemies rise up to confront their killer."A casual mixture of past, present, and future pervades Reign: The Conqueror." - Charles Solomon, Los Angeles Times March 2003

Vampire Princess Miyu - Initiation (TV Vol 1)

Toshihiro Hirano (Magic Knight Rayearth) directed both the earlier Vampire Princess Miyu OAVs and these less dramatic but more graphic broadcast episodes based on the manga created by his wife, Narumi Kakinouchi. Instead of wandering, Miyu enrolls in an urban high school, makes a few friends, and battles the local "demon-gods" or Shinma. "Larva" has become "Lava," more of a companion than a servant, who removes his stark mask to reveal the face of a standard bishonen, or beautiful boy. He and Miyu are joined by Shina, a spirit who resembles a cross between a rabbit and the Pokémon Clefairy. Hirano and the writers draw on more Western elements in these stories, despite the sakuhachi (bamboo flute) music. This version of Miyu is less aloof and more human, although she remains a formidable warrior. Still, the broadcast adventures lack the panache of the OAVs. Unrated; suitable for ages 13 and up: violence, brief nudity, grotesque imagery. --Charles Solomon