TOUGEN ANKI [Season 1 Episode 23]

Alright, let’s dive into TOUGEN ANKI Season 1 Episode 23—but first, a quick heads-up: this isn’t your typical anime review. Instead, I’m here to break down what fans are actually saying about this episode, using real comments from MyAnimeList (MAL) forums. Whether you’re a die-hard viewer or just curious, let’s get into the vibe of this latest installment.

First, a Quick Recap of TOUGEN ANKI

Before we jump into Episode 23, let’s set the scene. TOUGEN ANKI (which translates to something like “Peach Spring Secret Chronicles”) is an ongoing anime from Studio Hibari, first airing in July 2025. Each episode runs about 24 minutes, and it’s still chugging along—no end date announced yet. The series has a mysterious, action-packed vibe (think dark fantasy meets supernatural battles), but honestly? Most of the buzz right now isn’t about the plot—it’s about a profile badge event MAL is running for the show.

The Big Talk: MAL’s TOUGEN ANKI Badge Event

If you’ve been on MAL lately, you’ve probably seen the hype: a profile badge event where fans can earn a cool TOUGEN ANKI-themed badge by completing a “Bingo card.” Here’s how it works: join the official MAL club, pick a Bingo card, watch episodes (including Episode 23), take screenshots to fill the card, and submit it by October 15th. Simple, right? But the fan reactions? Mixed.

Let’s start with the excited crowd:
– “That’s such a fun idea!” one user gushed. Another added, “Very cool badge and seems like a fun little thing to mess with while watching.”
– A few fans even decided to give the show a shot because of the badge: “Ooh I really like this badge and the anime looks kinda cool, I’m gonna give this a shot!”
– The badge design itself got love too: “the badge looks so cool!!” and “new badge and it’s cool design badge.”

But not everyone’s on board. The skeptics had plenty to say:
– “I would love to get a badge, but I don’t want to waste my time watching something I’ve already dropped,” one user admitted.
– Others pointed out the show’s lack of appeal: “I have no interest in this anime so I think I’ll pass.” or “I don’t plan to watch this anime, but it’s a fun idea :D.”
– A common thread? “It would be awesome to do something like this for other shows, maybe once or twice a season?” and “Please do this for other animes as well. This is a very nice idea & it’s fun to participate in such events :)”

Then there were the practical folks:
– “I have just under 400 items on Planned, not going for something that hasn’t attracted my interest,” said one user with a packed watchlist.
– Another noted the show’s unknown episode count: “With unknown number of episodes… I’ll sit this one out.”
– Even a pirate-related question popped up: “Ss from a pirated episode is okay right?” (No word on an answer yet, but let’s hope they use legal streams!)

What About Episode 23 Itself?

Wait, hold on—did anyone actually talk about the episode? Surprisingly… not much. Most comments were focused on the badge event, not the content of Episode 23. That’s not to say the episode was bad—just that the event overshadowed it.

But a few users did mention their relationship with the show:
– “I’ve already dropped tougen anki both reading and watching but I’ve been thinking about giving it a second try so maybe I’ll give this a go,” one fan said, hinting at a possible comeback.
– Another was on the fence: “I’m close to dropping this show,” but still might stick around for the badge.

The Verdict: Fun Event, But Is the Show Worth It?

From the comments, it’s clear the badge event is a hit—even if the anime itself isn’t for everyone. MAL’s interactive twist has fans excited, but many wish the event was for more popular or appealing shows. As one user put it: “Transparency is good. For folks not interested in the anime, they might still do the event if they understood that participation would help support MAL.”

As for Episode 23? It’s just another step in the Bingo card journey. If you’re already watching TOUGEN ANKI, great—snap those screenshots! If not? The badge might not be enough to make you tune in. But hey, if you’re bored and want a fun challenge, why not give it a shot? Worst case, you get a cool badge for your profile.

Final Thoughts

TOUGEN ANKI Episode 23 might not be the most talked-about episode of the season, but the MAL badge event has definitely put the show on the map. Whether you’re here for the badge, the anime, or just love a good Bingo challenge, it’s a clever way to engage fans.

Will you join in? Let us know in the comments—just don’t forget to submit your Bingo card by October 15th! And if you’re not into TOUGEN ANKI, keep an eye out: MAL might just do this for your favorite show next season.

Until then, happy watching (and Bingo-ing)! 🎉🩸

P.S. If you need a streaming link for Episode 23, check out AniWave—they’ve got it subbed in English!