In the fifth part of the prequal series I will delve into the Higurashi franchise. I will start with the original that started it all, Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni that came out all the way back in 2006. The series certainly left a mark with its style of horror and gore but behind the mindless violence was an interesting tale of mystery that kept us questioning right until the shows end. It is certainly a show worth watching although it is not for the faint of heart or kids.
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When They Cry more commonly known as Higurashi no Naku Koro ni is a mystery/horror, thriller, supernatural series which premiered in the spring of 2006. Higurashi no Naku Koro ni is the opening season of the Higurashi franchise with the anime later spawning an additional four seasons. The second “Kai" season aired in the summer 2007 whilst a shorter third “Rei" OVA...