So now that I've had a chance to watch a bit of the various shows airing this season, I can make a better call on what is any good, so here we go:
K-ON!! Season 2: Continuation of what aired last season, as of episode 16 they still haven't done much with music, despite the fact that it's a music show. Seen in that light, it's boring, but as far as moeshit goes, it's pretty good. Keep watching if only because it's one of the few non-shit shows this season.
Highschool of the Dead: After watching five episodes, it's still following it's winning formula of boobs, blood, and zombies. The storyline itself isn't bad. In fact, I'd go so far as to call it good at times. Each character has been a little better developed, and Hirano has just been getting more badass. Definitely watch.
Seitokai Yakuindomo: I've honestly only been able to make myself watch 2 out of the 4 episodes I have, which is not a good sign. The 4-koma-esque style of the show essentially prohibits any real storyline progression, the characters are flat and uninteresting at best. It tries to have a perverted sense of humor, but all it really manages is to elicit a giggle here and there. All in all, I'm going to agree with others when they describe it as "Seitokai no Ichizon" or "B Gata H Kai" without the funny. Don't watch.
Cat Shit One: There's only one episode of this out, and I've only heard rumors that a 2nd will ever be airing, and that is supposed to be in January. That's really unfortunate, because the show is amazing. If you like military/war movies or shows at all, you'll love this. It's probably one of the most accurate military shows ever made, right down to the model of guns used, the tactics the "Americans" and "Terrorists" use against one-another, even the way the characters walk correctly. There is one exception: all of the characters are animals. This is not a complaint though, because they make what would be the war equivalent of a procedural cop show very interesting. Definitely watch.
Amagami SS: I was worried about this one. While I, unlike most, actually like the toned-down artstyle and character design, the first couple episodes were somewhat boring. However, the third episode showed the show for what it is: An attempt to turn the classic shoujo romantic comedy genre on it's head, or at least make it more interesting. The first character arc was 4 episodes long, and ended up being pretty enjoyable to watch. The girl that was the main subject of the show was somewhat boring, but she had a lot of cute points. (Seriously, who didn't love her random Wow!'s?) The new arc focuses on a much more energetic girl, and it looks like it's going to be much more interesting. Watch, if your into this genre.
Strike Witches 2: It's still Strike Witches, and seems to be developing more of a plot than the first season, which is good. Honestly, this show has been talked to death, and I don't feel like ranting about how it's not just a bunch of fan service. Watch it and decide for yourself, just make sure you actually pay attention to the plot, and not just the character's asses.
Asobi ni Iku Yo: The best way to describe this show is: "Who put all this filthy plot in my harem show!?". It is definitely a classic harem-type show, but it also has a plot that is completely separate from the "Who is he going to end up with?" plot. It is very fan service-y, so avoid it if you don't like that. Otherside, it's a fun show if nothing else. Watch it.
I was going to add more shows to this, but I honestly don't care enough about things like Seikimatsu Occult Gakuin and Nurarihyon no Mago to write much about them. I like Mago, and not Occult Gakuin, so there's that.
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