To start off 2006, Anime Talk looks at a few excellent anime shows that just barely missed making it onto our Top Ten list. These Honorable Mention titles were selected by the staff and represent some fine programs that haven't gotten a lot of notice in the press. We also have capsule reviews of the latest anime releases including the last volumes of Saiyuki Double Barrel Collection and Stellvia as well as the first volume of Doki Doki School Hours. If you missed some of the earlier columns, be sure to check out our Top Ten Anime of 2005, reviews of several boxed sets and our early look at the Fuccons, and our look at the animated feature Rock and Rule.