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Kenny Omega joins The Anime Effect to talk anime, wrestling, and the Japanese pop culture that shaped his career. From Astro Boy to Hajime no Ippo and My Hero Academia, the AEW star isn't shy about his fandoms! PLUS, we celebrate Attack on Titan Day, break down The Apothecary Diaries live-action series, and size up Crocs' new Yu-Gi-Oh! collection!

Farewell, and extend your apology to the warm hearth and the dreams by the windowsill. For the path you are bound to embark upon leads toward the pale frost at daybreak.

In today's episode, the Hero returns with very normal stories about swords and strength. Will he be able to find the answer he needs? Join Basue and Akemi as they assist their patrons with self preservation and self discovery.

Akemi has a new challenge on her hands as baddies crowd the bar. Will she have good advice for these evil commanders? Tonight, skills will be tested and regrets will be born as the hostess and junior hostess serve another odd crowd!

The night opens as Morita tries to string Yamada along as his virgin buddy, though Yamada claims he's not. Will the salary man be able to prove it?! Come walk down memory lane as the patrons talk of their past struggles and enjoy a good glass or ten.

Come on a journey as Snack Basue dives into the world of fantasy and games. New but recognizable customers join the gang as the night heats up in debate and apologies are given to publishing companies. Fishing and reunions also to come!

Azuma is back to impress the ladies through palm reading written by none other than Love Guru Douglas Hamada?! The night goes on as Valentine's day chocolate is given and smack talk is served, making it another lively night!

Love is in the air as the men of the snack bar dare to ask the difficult question: What is Akemi's type?! With the stresses of life eating away at the patrons' souls, it's a good opportunity to find out if you see it too!

Two men walk into the snack bar, and what do they find? A murder scene?! Has Akemi had enough of her boss's shenanigans?! Find out, with talks of the past and secret techniques to follow! Another lively night at Snack Basue.

The ladies at the snack bar planned on interviewing two new hires—a girl named Kosame and a robber?! With trouble at hand, will they be able to handle this one? With passionate talks of princes on white horses, etc., it's another fun night at Snack Basue.

In this final week, join the patrons one last time as Akemi reaches new heights of ridiculousness involving inappropriate words. So pick up a glass and enjoy the run-down snack bar as you de-stress, engage, and sing along!

Welcome home, dear viewer, as you're greeted by a new face tonight. Meet Misawa, Akemi's friend! How will she react when she meets Morita for the first time? Find out in tonight's episode of lies and manhood.

Heated debates stir up the snack bar this week as Akemi goes head-to-head with her patrons. Who will you side with, and are the topics worth debating? Grab a drink and come decide for yourself at Snack Basue!

To make a friend or not to make a friend, that is the question this week at our lovely run-down snack bar. Find out whose point is superior and meet the new customers who drop in this time! Grab a drink and listen in on tonight's shenanigans.

In Hokkaido, a man wanders into a bar named Snack Basue. His first snack bar experience becomes a night to remember when he meets the two eccentric ladies who run the place. Along with other patrons, they willingly (or not) discuss what's on their minds.

Haga and the crew meet a new friend, and a very unusual boy...

Amano receives an offer from an unexpected source, while Haga looks for a new weapon for Nikola.

Haga and his friends confront the evil debuggers at the main gate of the castle.

The party works their way through the game's main story in order to get close to the evil debuggers.

Now that the evil debuggers have crossed him, Amano readily joins Haga and Nikola in the name of revenge. Their destination? The debugger's base: Bayle Castle!