The Crystal Chronicles

In this special episode, Ranma, Mako-chan, Seiya, and Yaten, do yet another complete and methodical breakdown of the musical, La Mouvement Final! Listen as they discuss changes between the casts, and singing quality, costumes... And we ask the age old question, "Why does Yamaga Yuuga ham it up so much?!"

On this episode, Ranma, Mako-chan, Seiya, and Yaten, do a complete and methodical breakdown of the latest musical, Amour Eternal! Listen as they discuss changes between the casts, and singing quality, costumes... And how the heck did Tuxedo Creamer get in here?!

On the season finale, Mako-chan laments about the major change in the ending, as well as some other edits to the episode. the hosts discuss the timeline yet again, and find another discrepancy between the manga, crystal, and classic when it comes to SuperS/Dream Arc. Seiya brings up a point about the outer senshi and Sailor Saturn. Predictions and discussions as to what teh hosts are looking forward to in the Dream Arc... And how is Yaten going to be able to watch SuperS?

On this week's episode, the hosts discuss the senshi's powerups and their sacrifice, Ranma inquires about Mamoru's extra wide and long cape, and we hear the story of how Mako-chan introduced her cousin to hentai! Yaten notices how the episode flowed right into the next act, and along with Seiya, they tell a story of they helped someone get into Sailor Moon. The hosts discuss Sailor Saturn's appearance and how powerful she is, and compared to Galaxia. Also, we see comparisons in Tomoe's character in the manga and anime, the differences with Saturn's portrayal, and listen to Seiya and Yaten squee about the new Sera Myu!

On this week's double episode, the hosts talks about the "death" of Chibi Usa, Mistress Nine and the hostes. Ranma goes into depth about Souchi Tomoe's plan of action with his daughter, Makochan talks about Sailor Moon attacking the darkness. Also explained is the comparison of the chain of events between the classic anime and crystal. Yaten addresses the issue with Neo Queen Serenity's hair, and Seiya goes in depth with the romance between Uranus and Neptune. As they go into the next episode, Yaten notices animation flubs with Usagi's and Mistress Nine's eyes, Makochan loved teh bonding between Hotaru and Chibi Usa. A Tuxedo Mask reference is made to the classic episodes, Hotaru helping to revive the inner senshi, and Chibi Moon getting her own chalice! Also, Moon Kingdom Technology, and what happened to the Sailor Moon toy castle playsets?

On this week's episode, Yaten is extra sarcastic this week as the hosts discuss the death of Chibi Usa and how the inner senshi got out of the hospital with her. And is all that covered by the senshi's health coverage? Everyone is enjoying Mamoru from Sailor Moon Crystal a lot more in comparison to classic. Is Hotaru the new Kenny McCormick? Yaten addresses the issue with Neo Queen Serenity's hair, Seiya compares Souchi Tomoe to Gendo Ikari. Makochan questions the new ending sequence, and Yaten is served up some humble pie.

On this week's episode, Yaten clearly describes Uranus's Space Sword Buster... Mako-chan inquires about Super Sailor Moon's seifuku... Also, what's up with Hotaru's personalities? More discussion of the timelines are held, which questions the consistency and the lore of thje series. Deeper discussion on Haruka and Michiru's idol lifestyle, and another changeup in the opening and ending themes... Why is Yaten extra douche today, and yes... Filler episodes suck.

On this week's episode, the hosts drill down about the infamous line referring to Uranus's gender. We talk about education and language barriers, the difference in the fansub translations of that line, the connection between androdgny and transgender, what ultimately Naoko Takeuchi said. And how you can help ou tin your own community. From there, the hosts discuss how the sailor senshis are looking out for each other, a military connection, Hotaru's inner subconscious, and how Chibi Usa is a support character. A glimpse of Super Sailor Moon is shown, and yet another time paradox theory. Seiya's asks about Haruka's outfit, Mako-chan compares the changes between Crystal and Classic in reference to the talismans, and a moment of silence for Yuko Mizutani, the current voice of Ikuko Tsukino. Also a couple of links of reference for this episode: *http://www.kicie.net/realm/naoko.htm *http://www.theblackmoon.com/Naoko/take.html *There are some audio issues with this podcast.

On this short episode, there's a mention of Ditto from Pokemon! The hosts are quite excited over the arrival of Sailor Pluto! Seiya and Mako-chan praise how the S / Infinity arc is going, along with comparative differences with the relationship between Souchi and Kaolinite. Mako-chan nitpicks over Haruka's outfit, as the other hosts weigh in on it. What's up with Chibi Usa's chalice? We see Hotaru's trials and tribulations, and the emotional connection between the outer senshi. Ranma is freaked out by the plants, Seiya notices how competent Mamoru is in this series. Disagreement with the new ending theme song and Ranma enjoys the dark music that sets the tone. Everyone is looking forward to more of Hotaru's bnackstory and what could be the high point of the arc. *There are some audio issues with this podcast.

On this episode, discussions were made about Haruka's outfit... References to "Dude Looks Like a Lady" are made. Then the hosts talk about electric violins and Lindsey Sterling. Chibi Usa plays an integral role as Marty McFly, for her parents. What is the origin of the Holy Grail? Dating and cultural differences are made, and then what's going on with the Italian translation. Updated transformations and hammerspace? And the battle between Mercury and Villuy is discussed... Dreams and premonition... The rules of Takarazuka, and what's up with the changes in the opening and ending theme songs? *There are some audio issues with this podcast.

On this episode, Seiya gets excited about Minako Boy-Type, and what's Ranma's take on it? And the reference to Sailor V? This in turns wanting a Sailor V OVAs from the hosts! Discussion about Usagi being bi or pansexual comes up. And how well is Crystal keeping on par with the manga? And the psychic abilities... Ranma discusses his thoughts on the animation, and Seiya wants to know where did that helicopter come from?! Also, the differences in the battle between Mimette and Venus, Mamoru's personality is compared. As the hosts look forward to new appearances, Yaten makes a reference to keys and everyone loses it! *There are some audio issues with this podcast.

On this episode, the hosts contonue to discuss what's different from the new anime, classic, and the manga... And listen to see what they come up with! Ranma compares Crystal and Classic like a highway, but is he right? Seiya and Yaten go in dept with comparing hte relationships between Usagi / Mamoru and Haruka / Michiru. Also, Mako-chan determines the chronological order of the senshi, and Yaten laments about a Sailor Moon reference site gone, the healing and psychic abilities we've seen so far... And that infamous kiss!

On the season premiere of our podcast, we dive deep into Act 27, both parts! The hosts are divided over the new opening and ending themes, Seiya goes in detail with the direction of Haruka Tenoh, and the crew look for animation mishaps. Then with the help of Mako-chan, the hosts try to apply logic to Chibiusa's timeline, how does it branch off, and what are the possible timeline theories? And they go back to discuss merchandise, especially with PGSM.

On this special podcast, Mako-chan, Seiya, Yaten, and Ranma talk about the direction of the podcast, along with future episodes. They also want to know, where's the merchandise for Sailor Moon Crystal is as well. What's the status of the streaming of season 3? Also, a short, but brief history of the history of the dubbing and and distribution of the orginal episodes... And then a complete thorough breakdown of the latest musical... But the million dollar question is this, did Seiya and Yaten like it?

On this live special edition of our podcast, the hosts invite Stephen Strange and Bonnie Walling on the show for them to talk about their upcoming Sailor Moon book! Then after, Yaten and Seiya start getting gossipy about the upcoming musical!

On what could be the last podcast... The hosts ask Toei for another season of Sailor Moon Crystal. Ranma brings Kleenex just in case if the girls need it for this episode. Alkrea talk about the brooch redesign, Mako-chan brings up the topic of the rules of time travel (thanks Dr. Who)... Seiya does a comparioson of Mamoru between the different versions of him... What are the differences between Usagi and Neo Queen Serenity? What happened to the advice given to ChibiUsa? Ranma points out the series pulled a Panty and Stocking, and Yaten talks about the ending title cards from Sailor Moon Crystal and Cowboy Bebop. Everyone discusses what they liked and disliked in teh series as a whole, and what is everyone looking forward to in the Infinity arc if it does happen. A joke is made about ChibiUsa's confession and #Crystal60.

This week, the hosts get all gushy with feels with Black Lady and Sailor Pluto. Mako-chan and Seiya talk about the AX Sailor Moon event with KISS, DJ Ranma S mentions a scene that is straight out of Captain Planet and the Planeteers. We discover that Yaten watched Bill Nye the Science Guy, and will there be a Save Our Senshi 2.0 if Crystyal isn't renewed? And towards the end, Seiya, Yaten, and Alkrea go to town on the new SeraMyu outfits!

On this episode we extend the introduction and greetings, followed by the hosts making their AX predictions in regards to Sailor Moon Crystal, the classic anime, and anything in between. Also, they thake guesses at the ratings, pondering about figurines, as Alkres muses about the fact that Black Lady is more endowed. Seiya asks the question, "Why are the other senshis easily defeated?" More discussions about pacing and character development, Alkrea squees over the Black Moon Arc, Mako-chan goes on about Chibi Pluto and Diana, and Ranma makes a point about the three taboos. Seiy and Yaten laments over Sailor Moons updated fuku in the new myu... And Alkrea sees it and she too rants!

Alkrea is out for tonight so the others step in. Mako-chan makes Ranma do the introductions, as Yaten muses over Mercury Bubble Fart. The hosts felt that the episode was meh at best. But in doing do, this allowed Seiya to compare Black Lady and Chibi Usa in personality, with little reminders that she's just a child at heart. Yaten and Mako-chan ponders King Endymion petting cats, comparing Black Lady between her Crystal and Classic counterparts. Possibility of a multiscreen transformation, and will Prince Demand finally care? And questions about the dub and name changes, along with talk of the ratings, will the show end like Panty & Stocking?

Now that the intro is back to way it's supposed to be, Alkrea is hyped for Colossalcon, and the hosts are semi-creeped out about Black Lady's laugh. Yaten explains the connection between Neo Queen Serenity and Juri from Utena, and Ranma points out that Sailor Moon went Super Sayian. Correlations are made between the classic and cry stal in reagrds to Sailor Venus being left behind, which causes the hosts to talk about how much they love/hate her... Which goes into a round of love/hate for Chibi Usa. Also, is ther a connection between the sailor senshi transforming and their ownb self-belief? Mako-chan points out the parrallels to Dragon Ball Z's Trunks and Chibi Usa, Alkrea points a finger at the timelines and multiple children. We have the "Tuxedo Mask Incident Counter", and Yaten's theory on the golf course!

Changing it up, it's now Yaten who does the podcast intro, and there's talk about a lot of "goodies" too! Mako-chan goes deep with her thoughts on this episode, Alkrea is really wanting another season of Sailor Moon Crystal, to see the Inifity Arc. Yaten and Seiya discuss the upcoming SeraMyu musical, and how the inner senshi are graduating. We find out how much Yaten hates Chibi-Usa, while Alkrea mentions Tuxedo Kamen hang gliding. Ranma and Mako-chan briefly break down the difference beteen classic and crystal in regards to this episode.

This week, Alkrea does the intro for everyone! The hosts discuss issues with Neo Queen Serenity's hair color, why Sailor Moon and Tuxedo Kamen were fading, and the differences and similarities of Esmeraude's backstory with the classic anime. Meanwhile, Alkrea's headcannon gets to everyone, Seiya and Yaten ask about King Endymion's golf handicap, and his balls?! Mako-chan and Yaten theorize into a harem anime, Seiya goes on about the new shoe line and the "I Hate Prince Demande Club", and Ranma expresses Tumblr's reactions to the next episode!

This week, the hosts discuss the voices for the dub of Sailor Moon R and Sailor Moon Crystal, also they reflect back on the dubbing between series. Alkrea mentions G Gundam, causing Ranma to go out and get a kit. This in turns gives him a new cosplay project to do! Seiya muses about how the girls sneak out at night and the hosts get giddy about Usagi and Mamoru getting it on! And what is Pluto's age? And is she a Timelord? Ranma says otherwise! Improvements on the animation in the Dark Moon arc, but what about the manga translations? What's up with Endymion's suit, and the culture of dating and relationships in Japan?

This week, Mako-chan informs everyone about news of a third SeraMyu, along with a special book for La Reconquista, the first musical. And Seiya pipes in about that, giving her thoughts about the myus, along with Yaten. Alkrea asks where are the offical myu soundtracks? The hosts agree with the episode as a whole, looking forward to hopefully seeing Diana and King Endymion... And why was softcore porn mentioned on the show?

This week, the hosts are a bit perplexed with things in this episode. Mako-chan didn't like what they did, still found it cute. Meanwhile, Seiya has Azumange Daoih on the mind, and Alkrea asks about the Cutie Moon Rod. Ranma explains the theory behind fansubbing, as well as the logic behind "Prince Demand and the asshole effect". Mamoru is razzed in this podcast, and the question is asked about his powers. Has the animation quality gotten better, and why are people shipping Makoto and Asanuma?

This week, the hosts are quite excited to have Alkrea back, after her one week absence! Points are made about Ami's family, especially her father. The direction of the episode references the original classic counterpart that Alrea enjoyed more, along with comparing the change of Serenity in Crysta, Classic, and PGSM. Mako-chan asks why Venus and Jupiter's new attacks are missing, Seiya questions why Prince Demand is such a jerk, that awkward hug scene... And where's Motoki?

This week, the hosts point out the missing brooch, along with changes in the opening. What happened to the size of the cutie moon rod? Minor update to changes in the senshi transformations, and who is Mamoru's kouhai? Is there a gym, looks like Rubeus is built! Where are the minor characters that are MIA? And finally... Where is the Doom Tree Saga?

This week, the hosts pretty much agree that they enjoyed this episode a lot. Along with their thoughts on it, they discuss what didn't like about Chibi Usa's character design. Mako-chan goes on a tangent about the new Sailor Moon swag, Seiya, Yaten, and Alkrea talk shop about Sailor Moon cosplay, and what is Rei Hino's actual hair color?

This week, the hosts discuss and compare pacing and character development of Sailor Moon Crystal to Madoka Magicka. Also, the high level of people complaining about this episode over social media. And is Naoko really involved in the series? Alkrea and Seiya ouytline what they're expecting in the secon half of the season... And what's this about toe socks?

The hosts sit around discuss what was wrong with this episode, and why they're were let down so much. Also, deep discussion about merchandising too!

As Yosenex recovers from JLPT 2, Alkrea grabs his seat and joint the cast as they discuss Act 11! The episode is darker, much closer to the manga, predictions of a major battle with generals... New music to get the mood going, Seiya calls Mamoru a douchebag like Kyubey, discovery that Mercury isn't useless, the senshi have real time attacks, DJ Ranma S fails speaking Mako-chanese 305, and is Alkrea turning into Makoto Kino?

A very special episode of The Crystal Chronicles! Join Mako-chan, Artemis/DJ Ranma S, Seiya, and Yaten as they discuss and breakdown the latest SeraMyu, Petit Etrange!

While Yosenex is off studying for the JLPT 2, Mako-chan, Ranma, Seiya, and Yaten site back and discuss act 10. Find out if Seiya's predictions came true or not. Also... The senshis and the generals... Is it now canon?!

This week, the hosts have mixed reactions about Act 9. Some loved the episode, others felt it was rushed. What was missing? Was anything missing? Also, this episode is compared to the live action PGSM. Talk of the upcoming toys and merchandise, how dark the episode was, and what's this about Sailor and the 7 Balls?

On this podcast, Alkrea Cosplay joins us as Yosonex is off studying for JLPT 2 test! The hosts discuss Artemis's new voice, the changes in the show, focusing more on Sailor Moon. Also, what happened to the personalities of the inner senshi, are these changes what Naoko originally envisioned? And we have semi-predictable changes in the next episode. And what's this about stones... And Baking?

The hosts discuss the more in depth personality of Mamoru Chiba, comparing his character between the new and old anime. Slighty more discrepancies with the animation, and how the series is starting to go into own universe too.

The crew gathers around and discuss this Tuxedo Kamen filled episode, and again, more controversy with the kiss. Also, the new changes to the intro sequence too!

Alkrea returns this week as the hosts re-record episode five. The cast discuss the differences, but yet the similarities of how Makoto and Usagi met. Also, how Sailor Moon Crystal is starting to pull away from the manga and go on it's own tracks. Toei is going back to clean up and redo scenes from prior episodes, and why does Makoto's voice sound so familiar?

This week, the hosts along with special guest Alkrea Cosplay, discuss the animated quality, comparing between the original anime and PGSM. Also brought up is the love between Naru and Nephrite, and the controversy about the stolen kiss.

This week, the hosts discuss the dwindling animation quality of the episodes, other animes with more than 200+ episodes, the major difference between this episode and the manga.

The hosts have an indepth discussion of the Moon Pride music video, along with the introduction of Ami Mizuno in this episode. And is there discrepancies with the animation quality?

An introduction to the hosts, how they got into Sailor Moon, and episode 1 review.