Anime for those on a budget:

Alright. So, you are a college student with not a whole lot of free money? Or maybe a student with virtually no income? Or maybe you are just someone who is a bit tight on cash! If you fit into any of those catagories and you still need your anime fix, you have come to the right place. Here I have some tips and suggestions on places to go, and things to do to get your beloved anime and manga.

Tip #1 - Buy Used
Used dvd's are a great thing. Usually they are on sale somehow, someway, and start at about 50 - 60% of the normal sell price. Also, places such as Suncoast, and EBGames generally carry only "healthy" dvds. You know, no scratches, no smudges, etc. I can honestly say that I have never bought an "unhealthy" or "bad" dvd from one of these fine retail establishments.

Tip #2a - Buy Online
This is another great way to save money. The dvds are new, packaged, and are basically never the same price as in the store.

Tip #2b - Ebay
We all know what Ebay is, so you should definatly know that anime of ebay generally goes for dirt cheap. I mean DIRT CHEAP. I mean, you thought regular websites were cheap? Ebay goes even LOWER.

Tip #3 - Buy Anime on VHS
You remember those things that EVERYTHING came out on before DVD Players were in every household? Yeah. Those things. VHSs are so cheap now it's sickening. As long as you have a VCR then you are all set for this. You can enjoy anime at the low low price of about 2 - 5 dollars a tape if you shop online. Or on ebay. Or something to that effect.

Tip #4 - Libraries
Libraries are a wonderful thing. Most libraries now carry at least a little bit of anime/manga for your pleasure. Best of all, it's free. How often can you have anime for over a week or so and not pay a dime (unless you keep it that extra day to watch it again >>)!!!