Yuri is too limited -.-

[Yukito Kunisaki]

Strawberry Panic
Kannazuki No Miko
Yami to Boushi to Hon no Tabibito
Steel Angel Kurumi
MariMite
Shoujo Kakumei Utena
Kasimasi ~Girl meets Girl~
Battle Athletes

Well, there is our list of Yuri titles, anyone care to add if there are anymore? ^_^ I sure hope we can exceed 10 >_>

[LostCause]

Do you mean yuri or shojo-ai?
Haven't seen any myself but isn't "Full Moon wo Sagashite" fit the description?
P.S. I remember coming across the site that had almost all yuri and shojo-ai titles listed, even titles that have 'suggested' shojo-ai, like "Noir" You can find it, if you look around.

[Yukito Kunisaki]

Well, I will say this much, and I hope I don't get jumped byecause of it, but Noir...it sucked =O... it was boring and overhyped at the time, really really bad >.<. Anywho, yea, Shoujo-Ai. Too tired to write the whole thing at the time...so Yuri was the lazy person's way of just getting it talked about :).

As for Full Moon...I never saw it, but what I have read on it, I highly doubt it is Shoujo-Ai >.>

[Animematt55]

yuri and shoujo-ai are techniqually the same thing. Female-Female relationships.
all the ones Sess has listed are non-hentai titles.
I dont really count yuri hentai in with it though since it is so common (ever damn hentai has some kinda girl on girl crap.)

But yes. shoujo-ai is quite limited. There are some series out there that have super subtle hints, but nothing that can be counted. Yaoi has totally flooded the market, especially the manga market.

Also Sess, you forgot the Battle Athletes seres and OAV.

[Yukito Kunisaki]

Heh, added, but i totally agree... I just hope that more just starts coming out... I see these ones and wonder why they don't have more... Strawberry Panic...I would LOVE to see more like it, but what variety do I have? =(

[LostCause]

Ok, I didn't find the same site I was reffering to earlier, but I found this list.
credit goes to whoever compiled it. Posting in parts coz its too long.
Introduction
1) If a series name is marked with an (X) it means I've seen it, or as much of it as is currently available. Any commentary on these series is my own personal opinion and should not necessarily be taken as the consensus of the shoujo ai community, or any other "official" opinion. Feel free to offer your own opinions. :)
2) If a series is NOT marked with an (X), any comments about it are just what I've heard, mostly on these boards, in fact. Again, feel free to support or contradict what I've put, I'd be happy to learn the truth.
3) If a series name has nothing next to it, or at least nothing about the shoujo ai content, it means I know nothing whatever about it or its shoujo ai. I've merely heard it said that it has shoujo ai. Please expand on these series if possible.
4) If a series commentary contains the word "SAD", it means just that: it will break your heart. Avoid these if you can't bear unhappy endings.
5) If a series has an asterisk (*) before it's name, it is, IMHO, one of the best and/or most influential shoujo ai series. That is, it's one that I enjoyed and thought the shoujo ai was good, AND/OR, it is well-known in the shoujo ai community, AND/OR, it was an influential series in shoujo ai anime. Look to my comments for clarification. Keep in mind there may be many undiscovered gems, both in and out of this list, and that my opinion in no way makes or breaks a series.
6) If a series has two asterisks (**), it means that, IMHO, it is a transcendent, shining paragon of shoujo ai. It means the relationship is completely and utterly canon, and it means the relationship makes up a large part of the story itself. It means there are moments of beautiful and tender mutual love, and it means a happy ending, at least as it pertains to the relationship. Unfortunately, this will be a rare accolade.
7) Obviously, there will be spoilers present. Although I try to omit very specific details from the list, you are going to find out things about the series, possibly including the names of some characters, their shoujo ai pairings, the general way it ends, etc. Also, the messages below the list may contain any number of spoilers for any number of series. Read at your own discretion.

[LostCause]

And now, the list part 1 POSSIBLE SPOILERS

.hack: //SIGN has canon shoujo ai, I've heard both good and bad things about it. I don't know anything about the other parts.
2x2=Shinobuden (X): Extremely hilarious fluff. My face aches from laughing so much. One of the most hilarious things I've ever seen, in anime or out of it. As for shoujo ai....Shinobu is very attached to Kaede, and definitely in a more-than-friends way. Her fantasies and behavior regarding Kaede leave little doubt. However, while Kaede is fond of Shinobu, there are no indications that she thinks of her as anything more than a friend, and anyway, Shinobu's yuri thoughts and actions are inevitably tied into comedy, as is the entire show. It's there if you want it, but it takes some suspension of disbelief. Apparantly, some people got a lot more out of it than I did. Draw your own conclusions.
A Little Snow Fairy, Sugar (X): An extremely well-executed and artistically beautiful series (both visually and aurally), Sugar is all about sweetness and cuteness, but never quite to excess. Depending on the amount of romantic connotation you want to apply to Saga and Sugar's powerfully emotional relationship, it can range from anything between "noticable subtext" to "near canon". However, the ending (and, by all accounts, the Summer Special which I've not yet seen) destroys any chance of them being together by forcing them apart forever after. It's not quite ruinously SAD, but it is very, very sad. On the other hand, we also have Saga/Greta. There can be little doubt that Greta is slightly obsessed with Saga, and is eager to prove herself to Saga and get noticed by her as much as possible. She also goes out of her way late in the series to try and do something very special for Saga. Subtext with potential. Finally, an honorable mention goes to Norma, who crushes on a pretty boy actor; a crush that, if anything, only intensifies when it's discovered "he" is actually a woman.
Agent Aika (X): Subtle hints between Aika and Rion, canon lesbian couple in later episodes (villains, but very devoted to each other). Also later in the series, a "bad guy" crossdressing woman attempts to seduce Aika and almost succeeds. The entire series is laden with panty fanservice, but it's so over the top it's more amusing than offputting. Quality fluff.
Air Master (X): Cute, a bit more serious than fluff, but not much more. Great series overall.
Alien Nine: Ambiguous/undeveloped. Less so in the manga, but still without much substance.
Angel/Dust (X): A very short, one-volume manga by Aoi Nanase. The relationship of Yuina and Seraph is very suggestive; there's a kiss (albeit a contrived one) at the beginning and their relationship is filled with vibes and mutual affection. Unfortunately, it's so brief that things happen very abruptly, and one could wish for more character development (I certainly wanted more). Still, what's there is enjoyable, and the ending, while ambiguous, is hopeful. One good thing about its shortness is you'll only have to spend about $10. Recommended.
Azumanga Daioh (X): Incredibly popular and deservedly so, this series seemlessly mingles comedy and weirdness with coming-of-age and friendship, all bound together in the endearing, unforgettable cast of characters. A true classic of anime. Regarding shoujo ai, secondary character Kaorin has a powerful crush on tall, quiet Sakaki. It's completely one-sided, and Kaorin's screen time is limited, but there's no denying the vehemence of her attraction. As for the rest of the all-female cast, almost none of them express the slightest romantic interest in anyone else, male or female, leaving room for a wide variety of pairings and speculation. If you love anime, see this.
Bakuretsu Tenshi/Burst Angel: I've heard varying opinions about this. Some say it's merely subtext that never develops, but I've also been told that the subtext is very strong and noticable, to the point of near-canon. I may need to see this one myself.
Battle Athletes OVA: It apparantly has some Akari/Kris (see BAVictory below), but it's only six episodes, and is totally eclipsed by Victory, which is an expanded version of the same story. The manga apparantly has a nice Kris/Akari kiss.
*Battle Athletes Victory (X): One of the best there is. Lighthearted, with very attractive animation and a large (almost all female) cast of interesting characters. Akari is such a sweetie, and she shows real character growth as the series goes on. The series is split into three main arcs, and for each the shoujo ai dynamic is different. In the first part of the series, there is a very strong, yet subtle, Akari/Itchan subtext. They make a great pair. However, in the second part of the story, Itchan is absent, and is replaced by the gloriously UNsubtle Kris Christopher. From the moment she sees Akari, she falls for her deeply, and pursues her in an extremely overt and energetic way. At first it's comedic and one-sided, but as things get more serious towards the end, they really draw together and come to mean a great deal to each other. They even share a wide-shot kiss, although it gets a bit blurred into Kris' spirituality. The final arc (which is sadly much shorter than the previous two) features both Kris and Itchan, bickering with each other over Akari and both of them displaying very clearly their affection for her (although Kris is still the much more blatant of the two). It ends happily for everybody, although in the future I can foresee a titanic battle between Kris and Itchan with Akari as the prize. ^_^
Bleach: Apparantly has one openly lesbian character, Chizuru (no relation to Hen's Chizuru), and is rumored to have another, canon shoujo ai relationship later on.
Bubblegum Crisis 2033: Some say canon, some say subtext. Apparantly resolved, but SAD, I've been told.
Cardcaptor Sakura: Completely one-sided and unrequited, but popular nevertheless.
**Chirality (X): A gift from the Goddess of Shoujo Ai. Or rather, from the inimitable Satoshi Urushihara. This manga deserves to be counted among the highest tier of shoujo ai treasures. The breathtaking love that blossoms between Carol, a biological android created to save the world, and Shiori, the human girl whose gentle heart gave Carol a reason to trust humanity again, is beautifully and wonderfully portrayed. There are many, many sweet moments (and many kisses). There is yuri near the end, and for once, in the universe of anime/manga, it doesn't feel forced or out of place. It really feels born of a mutual love and desire to bond intimately with the other. Did I mention it all ends very happily? Do whatever it takes to read this.
Cinderella Collection: A manga by Yasue Imai, appears to have significant subtext between main character Nina and her friend Hiroka, but whether it goes anywhere, and how it ends, is unknown (by me, anyway).
Cosplay Complex (X): Fanservice and Fluff, but entertaining.
Cyberteam in Akihabara (X): One comedic but canon lesbian character in Episode 8, a few hints here and there between the main cast, but ultimately, there's really not much here, in my opinion. Otherwise, this is a fairly unremarkable, but still decently good sci-fi + magical girl show.

[LostCause]

part 2

Detatoko Princess (X): An entertaining but brief fantasy anime parody wherein the "villainess" is trying to add the main character, Princess Lapis, to her "collection of pretty girls". It doesn't really go anywhere, but this was pretty cute overall. If you like Slayers, you'd probably like this (similar animation as well).
Devil Lady: Canon and reprocated, but SAD. I've been told it's still worth it though.
Dirty Pair Flash (X): In the second subseries, specifically the episode "Sparkle Bright Pure Love Flower Shop", there is a canon lesbian character in the very sweet flower girl. This particular episode begins with the Lovely Angel's male collegue crushing on this girl, and believing it's reciprocated, but at the end it's revealed that she is actually deeply in love with (the very appropriately named) Yuri. Yuri even apparantly agrees to go on a date with her, though we don't actually get to see this. It's a brief but pleasant surprise. Of course, there's always the Yuri/Kei question....I don't see it myself, but the debate is seemingly neverending.
Eatman 98: The OVA has some between side characters, but it's SAD. There's also a TV series and manga, but I don't know about them.
El-hazard: This is complicated. In "The Wanderers", there is some subtext between multiple characters. In "The Magnificent/Alternative World", there is as well, though what I've been told makes it sound more like fluff. Draw your own conclusions.
Erementar Gerald: Conflicting viewpoints, I've heard that there might be Rasati/Rerea subtext.
Excel Saga: Fluff with insanity.
Figure 17: SAD. Extremely SAD. I haven't seen this, and I don't plan to. If you want to, I won't spoil it for you, but the ending is just about as bad as it gets. Apart from that, I've heard it's pseudo-canon, but the participants are only 9 years old.
Gakuen Alice: Canon on one side, possibly reciprocated on the other is what I've been told.
Galaxy Fraulein Yuna (X): Interesting series. The main character, Yuna, has an enormous crush on a popular female superhero (whose alter ego is a friend of hers, but she doesn't know it) and also fantasizes about another girl quite vividly. There are tons of female characters here and no male ones at all. Lots and lots of subtext, but it's nothing serious. However, in the second half of the series, there is some very strong subtext, but it ends very SADly, to say the least...though painful there, most of the series is cute and humorous.
Ghost in the Shell: Motoko Kusanagi of Ghost in the Shell is bisexual. Apparantly though, it's inconsistently portrayed. Manga yes, movies no, and TV (Stand Alone Complex), well...I've been told it's pretty obvious, but also downplayed and not a big part of the show.
Girls Bravo, Season 2: This is a fanservice show by all accounts, but I've been told there is some fairly canon and cute shoujo ai between Kirie and Kosame. I sort of want to see this one myself. >.>
Green Green: This seems to be a harem series, but I've been told Wakaba and Sanae are a yuri couple.

[LostCause]

part 3

Haibane Renmei: Subtext and somewhat sad, but almost everybody recommends it highly.
Hanaukyo Maid Tai La Verite (X): A underwhelming, formulaic maid/harem anime that nonetheless contains some canon but completely one-sided shoujo ai. It's humorous, fanservicy and utterly unrequited, but it is there. That being said, I don't recommend this series unless you have a strong stomach for maid/harem conventions.
Hayate X Blade: Not much is known yet, but this is being billed as a shoujo ai series, being based on work from the creator of fan-favorite Strawberry Shake. A "combat school" series apparantly, it involves the younger sister of a student masquerading as the latter. She becomes involved with her big sister's female sparring partner. More info as it develops.
Hen (First 16 chapters only): The manga is wonderful, from what I've seen and heard. It's about Chizuru, a very popular and beautiful, yet callous and cynical girl who falls completely and totally head over heels for Azumi, a petite, naive, innocent girl with a heart of gold. After struggling with denial, Chizuru submits to her feelings and goes to hilarious and elaborate lengths to be with and around Azumi, who is oblivious to the whole thing. There is some male/female sex which is not explicit, except for Chizuru's enormous breasts, which are prominently and frequently displayed throughout the manga. There is also the anime, known as "Strange Love" in the US, which is much shorter, unresolved, less about romance and more about ecchi situations. The manga ends happily, from what I've heard, but the scanlations are not completed, and may never be.
Iczer One: Canon and SAD.
Ikkitousen/Battle Vixens: Canon and gruesomely SAD. Both girls die, one from injuries sustained in a sexual assault, the other kills herself. Quite apart from that, I've heard a wide spectrum of negative opinions on this title. Avoid.
Jubei-chan 2 (X): Strong subtext at key points, semi-canon, but ultimately unresolved. Fairly happy ending, though.

[LostCause]

part 4
Kagihime Monogatari (currently airing): A thus-far rather pedestrian magical girl/harem mixture, one of the few redeeming features being the absolutely canon love Kisa feels for Kiraha, who is busy being infatuated with her brother. No grand expectations for this one, but more info as it develops.
Kaleido Star (Season One)(X): It would be impossible to express how fulfilled I was by this shoujo series. The main character, Sora, is fantastic, at once a shining example of humanity and a wonderfully normal everyday girl. The plot is relatively upbeat and excellent, the characters are enjoyable, the animation is gorgeous, the music is catchy. Frequently hilarious, often emotional, always meaningful. An example of anime at its best. However, the shoujo ai is only subtext. In the case of Sora/Layla, it seems to me rather to be a relationship of deep mutual trust, respect, and admiration, though it could be interpreted otherwise, mostly toward the end. There is also Sora/Rosetta, which strikes me as slightly more plausible, but unfortunately Rosetta only shows up very occasionally. Not the most substantial shoujo ai ever, but I can't recommend this series enough. It's pure gold.
Kaleido Star (Season Two): From what I've been told, the prominence of Layla has been reduced to make way for Rosetta, and there are some possibly suggestive vibes from them (just like the first season, in fact). I am absolutely going to see this at some point.
**Kannazuki no Miko (X): The Flagship Shoujo Ai Series. This series does more, and does it better, than any anime with shoujo ai ever has. It could not be more canon. It could not be more amazing, enthralling, fulfilling. The whole series is about the relationship of Chikane and Himeko (who is unaware of Chikane's true feelings for most of the series), and how Chikane, foreseeing the awful fate that awaits either her or Himeko, will do anything and everything necessary to save her beloved's life, no matter how painful it is or how much she must sacrifice. This series will tie your emotions in knots, but it will all be worth it in the end (just be sure to watch until the VERY end). The final episode is, in my opinion, the most beautiful, powerful, and romantic event in shoujo ai history, if not anime history altogether.
Kanon: Obvious subtext and reconciliation, but the characters are secondary.
Kashimashi ~Girl Meets Girl~ (see comments): I need time to collect my thoughts on this one. Standby.
Key, The Metal Idol: Sad, one-sided feelings by Key for Sakura.
*Kiddy Grade (X): From beginning to end, this is a fantastic, gripping and well-constructed anime with great animation, great music, great story and great characters. It also has an admirable amount of shoujo ai. Eclair and Lumiere's relationship is tender and emotive. Lumiere's feelings for Eclair border on canon, and there are many gentle and meaningful moments between them. Eclair's feelings are not quite as clarified, but she cares deeply for Lumiere, and there's nothing to hinder its being or becoming quite mutual. Secondary character Tweedledee's interest in Lumiere, however, is not at all unclarified. Her time in the spotlight is short, but there can be little doubt, she is very intrigued. Shoujo ai fans should absolutely see this.
Knights of Ramune (X): Fanservice x 10 billion, but it's there...two couplings in fact. Not sure it's worth it though...
Kokoro Library (X): Very charming series. Pseudo-incestual love for younger sister by older sister, played largely for comedy.
Kurau: Phantom Memory: Subtext here, but I've been told it ends in a disappointing way.
Lemon Angel Project (currently airing): A music industry anime by Avex Mode in the tradition of Chance Triangle Session. A large female cast and, it would seem, some strong feelings between the lead character and her missing-in-action sempai. More info as it develops.
Love Hina: Hints in the anime, strong presence in the manga, but neither develops as a shoujo ai fan would like.
Loveless: This is primarily a shounen-ai show, however, episodes 8-10 center around the lesbian romance of two girls, Yamato and Kouya. It's canon, blatant, and very meaningful from what I've heard, if unfortunately brief.
Madlax: Multiple possibilities and potential pairings, but ultimately unsatisfying and cobbled together at the end.
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha (X): What a fantastic series. The first few episodes are deceptively formulaic mahou shoujo fare, but don't let that fool you. This is an amazing, riveting and emotional roller-coaster that steadily sheds the magical girl formulas and becomes glorious. The ending of the main plot is somewhat unresolved, but actually, it's seems like a good opening for another season. As for the shoujo ai, well, it's complicated. There can be absolutely no doubt that Arf loves Fate fiercely, but whether it's a romantic love is ambiguous. Nanoha becomes the center of Fate's attention several times late in the series, and you might expect Arf to betray some jealousy (I sure expected it), but it never happened. As for Nanoha/Fate, there is definitely some potential for this, though again, their relationship could be interpreted in a non-romantic way. I can't say there is anything unquestionably canon, but there is plenty of subtext here. Awesome series overall.

[LostCause]

part 5
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha A's (X): The second season of Nanoha upholds the quality of the original. The series overall is as glorious as ever, but the shoujo ai took a major hit this time. Fate/Nanoha interaction is pleasant but limited, the series focusing mainly on the newcoming characters. Vita could be seen to have a suggestive affection for Hayate, but that's about it.
Mahoraba (X): A warm, witty and wonderful series about friendship, affection and togetherness. A cast of funny and colorful characters inhabit a world of lush, vibrant animation, upbeat music, and heartwarming themes. The shoujo ai centers around Tamami (a somewhat cynical, lonely girl) and her powerful, possessive affection for her childhood friend Kozue, who is a virtual avatar of Sweetness and Light itself. The canon here is undeniable; as the series progresses, she does her utmost to keep Kozue to herself, and in the final episode Tama-chan fiercely and unequivocally proclaims her love for Kozue (proclaims it, that is, to Shiratori, the male lead, her perceived rival) and a little later cries when she realizes the selfish side of her affection. Sound angsty? It isn't, really. Tamami is comforted, and learns some important things about how to love and how to be more at ease with herself, Kozue, and those around her. Some might say Shiratori (who is a good and kind boy) has the upper hand at the end, but his interest in Kozue is soft-pedaled throughout the series, and Tama-chan is very obviously no less committed or forthright at the final curtain, even if she is less clingy. As for Kozue, she loves everybody and everything. The series is full of these themes; character-driven relationships and interaction, often poignant, but always happily resolved in the end, and lightened with excellent humor throughout. Well worth seeing.
Mai-Hime (X): A very entertaining series with something to interest almost everyone. Humor, romance (of almost every variety), action, angst, betrayal, suspense, the list goes on. There are in fact three potential couples here. By far the most prominent is Shizuru/Natsuki (affectionately known as "ShizNat" by the fans). Shizuru's feelings are canon to the point of near-obsession, and because of this she goes a bit off the deep end late in the series. Natsuki still likes her anyway, though not romantically, at least yet. Possibility but that's all. The same could be said for Mai/Mikoto. Mikoto is very, very devoted to Mai, but she's a rather simple girl who doesn't fully understand the (romantic) nuances of affection, and Mai definitely likes guys, two of which are pursuing her. Subtext with potential. Finally, Yukino/Haruka. I personally think this is impossible, but it's a popular and cute coupling. It has a SUPER happy ending for everybody, which actually doesn't seem to fit, according to a number of fans, but it's forgivable since it's so nice. All in all, this series is well worth watching, though I would not call it a paragon of shoujo ai.
Mai-Otome (X): Though not a direct sequel, this is, in every way, a continuation of Mai-Hime's formula. Hilarity, entertaining characters, incredibly overwrought hyperdrama and a fair sprinkling of action. Otherwise known as ShizNat Part II. While there's nothing all that overt here, they are undeniably together and have quite a few enjoyable moments together. Shizuru is awesome in any case. Ditto Chie/Aoi, though their screentime together is minor, and there are some small hints elsewhere, though they don't really develop. Watch Mai-Hime first, and if you want more with the great cast of characters and a ton of references and in-jokes, here it is.
*Maria-sama ga Miteru (X): When asked, many people might tell you that "Marimite" is the quintessential shoujo ai anime, despite the fact that with a sole exception, there's nothing canon here. An elegant shoujo series in the most classic yet flawless sense, it centers around the student council of an all-girl Catholic school, and their problems, interactions and relationships with each other. To say that the cast of characters are well-developed and memorable would be an understatement. Yumi, Sachiko, Sei, Shimako and the rest of the Yamayurikai and their aquaintences have become unbelievably popular icons of shoujo, shoujo ai, and anime in general. Sei is the only character to have had a canon lesbian relationship in her past; outside of that, everything is subtext, but the show is soaked with it. The dialog, the actions and reactions of the characters and their dynamics with the others all drip with suggestion. Almost any of the characters could be paired with almost anyone else, but there are some pairings with more weight than others. Yumi/Sachiko is the primary focus, but there is also a large Yumi/Sei following....there's a large Sei/Anyone following...Rei/Yoshino is considered pretty much a fact, as is Shimako/Noriko...look, there's just too much to go over here. If you're a shoujo ai fan, you should've already seen this. Get to it.
Maze TV: If you can handle the titular character turning into a horny male during nighttime hours, apparantly there is quite a bit of subtext here with a fairly happy ending. The character Soldue is also apparantly a canon lesbian character.
Mermaid Melody Pichi Pichi Pitch: Reported as being extremely sugary and cute, a for-young-girls anime involving mermaids who battle each other with songs. Apparant subtext between "villains" SheShe and MiMi.
Miami Guns (X): A zany comedy "police girls" show with a fair bit of subtext throughout, but nothing overwhelming. Self-centered rich girl Yao and deadpan policewoman Lu are partners as they deal with exploding watermelons, giant octopi, and tofu delivery boys, among many other amusing situations. There are several hints that Lu is more than casually fond of Yao, and there is also a noticable Yao/Nagisa vibe. A semi-serious story arc does materialize toward the end, and it's fine and servicable in the tradition of police anime, though certainly nothing spectacular. A decent show with some shoujo ai potential, no more and no less. Some found the shoujo ai much more substantial than I did. Draw your own conclusions.
Miyuki-chan in Wonderland: Tons of lesbian fanservice courtesy of CLAMP. Fluffy and VERY short, but most people seem to have enjoyed it.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: This is EXTREMELY debatable, and a popular source of contention. Though I haven't seen the series, I always thought it was wishful thinking. However, I've been given to understand there are very, very subtle hints throughout, with something a tiny bit more concrete at the end of the Evangelion movie. SAD throughout, you'll have to make your own judgement on the level of shoujo ai here.
Najica Blitz Tactics: Apparantly canon, but I've heard conflicting takes on the ending, which is reportedly open to interpretation. Also there seems to be a villain(ess) involved. I've been told the manga is more satisfying from a shoujo ai perspective. Be aware that this show is the direct descendant of Agent Aika, and as such shares the same insane amount of panty and other fanservice, though it's mostly in good fun.
*Noir (X): Strong subtext between Mireille and Kirika, Chloe's feelings for Kirika are undeniably canon. Mireille/Kirika is considered canon by many. One of the most popular shoujo ai series.
Onii-sama E/Brother Dear Brother: Very twisted, very SAD.
Pitaten (X): Sorry, but I just don't see it. There's not even a hint before the last few episodes, and even then it just strikes me as the very emotional Misha being concerned for her friend.
Plastic Little (X): A gorgeous dose of action/fanservice by Urushihara, with a decently entertaining upbeat story, and some noticable subtext between Tita and Elysse. It doesn't resolve, but I would call it open-ended. Unfortunately it's short, only about an hour long.
Popotan: "Debatable" is all I've heard.
Pretty Cure: Cute with hints, but it seems debatable. More opinions, please.
Pretty Sammy: Subtext between Sammy and Misao. Close relationship with hints of something more.
Princess Tutu: Ambiguous.
Project A-ko: Canon feelings by B-Ko for C-Ko in the movie. Also in the OVA, plus some apparant A-Ko/C-Ko subtext. In the "Vs." OVA, there is still canon B-Ko for C-Ko, but this time there's also A-Ko/B-Ko subtext. I'm as confused as you are. :)
Puchi Puri Yuushi: Canon but unreconciled. Only appears later in the series. Reportedly is forgotten about as things move on.
Puni Puni Poemi (X): Charming, but fluff. Could've been much more but the insanity of this series makes it impossible to take seriously.
Ragnarok City (X): Another treat by the ever-inimitable Satoshi Urushihara, this is a "sexy visual story", basically a full-color manga. Not much actually happens apart from the completely female cast being displayed in various nude and might-as-well-be-nude outfits, but the relationship of Reicheiru and Kaede is obviously canon and sweet. Apart from the "story" plates there's also quite a bit of yuri artwork of the pair. This is fluff, and brief fluff at that, but it's charming nonetheless. Not the second coming of Chirality by any means, but anyone who loves shoujo ai/yuri and nude females in general should partake of this visual feast.
Ragnarok the Animation: In no way related to Ragnarok City, actually it is an anime based on the Ragnarok Online MMORPG. Apparantly it has some pseudo-canon shoujo ai, but it's brief and ends very, very SADly.
*Re: Cutey Honey (X): WONDERFUL. Exciting, action-packed, and with a very sweet, canon relationship between Honey and the prickly but warm-hearted Natsuko. A lot of cute moments, and some pretty moving scenes as well. This is sandwiched between mountains of fanservice, but it's done in a very comedic and tongue-in-cheek way, rather than being sleazy. Unfortunately, it's short...3 45-minute episodes, and you'll wish there was more. But what's there is great. Ends happily too.

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part 6
*Revolutionary Girl Utena (X): This series is a mindbending fairy tale turned on its head. Memorable characters, bizarre music, lots of symbolism, a "villain" you will truly despise, and very strong subtext between Utena and Anthy. Considered canon by many, this is one of the most popular shoujo ai series, as well as a true anime classic. In my opinion, it is one of the greatest achievements of the medium. Goes hand in hand with the movie (see below).
*Revolutionary Girl Utena - Adolescence Mokushiroku (X): AKA the Utena Movie. Multiple kisses, it's considered proof of canon in the series (in the rare cases people need proof...) It's an EXTREMELY condensed alternate version of the series, and is almost too surreal and symbolic to take seriously (IMHO), but overall you are left with very little doubt as to the nature of the relationship of Anthy and Utena. Also it's some of the most gorgeous animation you are likely to see anywhere.
ROD OVA (X): Strong hints and subtext, but unresolved, semi-sad ending.
ROD TV (X): Strong hints and subtext for Yomiko/Nenene. Hisami's feelings are obviously canon, and Anita appears to reciprocate. Some bad moments near the end, but it turns out pretty well.
Rose of Versailles: SAD.
*Sailor Moon (see comments): Slight subtext and multiple possibilities throughout, one canon lesbian couple in Haruka/Michiru. Considered a classic shoujo ai series and anime series in general, very popular and well-known. I watched the first season and some more a long time ago, before I really knew about shoujo ai.
Sensei no Ojikan: Apparantly, Kitagawa is very much absorbed with her childlike female teacher, but there seems to be some uncertainty as to whether it's actual attraction or merely a cuteness thing. Sounds one-sided, in any case.
Seraphim Call (X): The best analogy for this series is a short story compilation. There are 12 episodes in all and 11 girls. Each girl gets a single episode as their short story, with a final 12th episode wrapping things up. The 11 range from lighthearted fluff to thoughtful drama to mindbending surrealism. Shoujo ai is laced throughout several of the episodes, most notably 5, 6, and 12. Five and Six are devoted to a pair of twin girls, Shion and Sakura. Each is obsessed with the other, and with the aid of virtual reality devices they attempt to understand the psyche of the other, and their own. It becomes virtually impossible (kill me later) to tell their reality apart from their dream worlds, but there's a very nice kiss at the end of both their episodes, so you probably won't end up minding too much. :P The final episode is the best one IMHO, when all the girls finally meet in various, often entertaining ways. One of the girls, Kurumi, confesses love very forwardly and seriously to another, Chinami, who very amusingly asks Kurumi to take off her glasses, so Chinami can decide whether or not Kurumi looks pretty enough for her (and apparantly is satisfied with what she sees. n.n) Which, by the way, if you're a fan of megane-ko, girls with glasses, you will like Seraphim Call, as there are several of them. The animation, while looking a bit dated, is detailed and colorful, very nice overall. This show definitely won't be everybody's cup of tea, but if you like to experiment, it might be interesting to you.
Serial Experiments Lain: SAD.
Shiroi Heya no Futari: Manga. A very early work, possibly one of the earliest shoujo ai manga. A schoolgirl named Resine rooms with a "popular, beautiful and rebellious" girl named Simone, and the feelings they develop for each other. However, this was written during the dark ages of shoujo ai, so be prepared for SADness.
Silent Mobius 2: Strong subtext with an open ending.
Simoun: A new series still coming out, this show involves a planet where everyone is born female, then later chooses their permanant gender at 15 years of age. However, due to a war and the ancient weapons that can only be utilized by females, a group of young female (for the moment) soldiers has put off their choice in order to fight. There seems to be a lot of kissing here, but of course in the end the deciding factor will be who changes into what gender permanantly. One to keep an eye on.
Slayers (first season only): This is debatable, but personally, I find subtext between Lina and Sylphiel in the later portions of the first season. Each goes out of their way to help the other, and there are some endearing moments. One of my favorite "fanon" pairings. I've also heard there are hints between Lina/Naga in the movies, but that too appears arguable.
Sol Bianca - The Legacy: Lots of subtext between April and Feb(rurary?).
Sousei no Aquarion: An apparant comedy/mecha series. Extremely "cheesy" by all accounts, nevertheless there is apparant subtext between Tsugumi and Reuka. Mixed opinions on the overall quality of this series.
St. Luminous Mission High School (X): I didn't enjoy this series much. Nice kiss in the final episode though.
Steel Angel Kurumi 1&2 (X): Season 1=Cute, but fluff, unrequited. Season 2=Much more, still mostly fluff, still largely unresolved.
Stellvia of the Universe (X): This is a fine and solid sci-fi series with a sufficiently interesting story and likeable characters. Male lead Kouta and his "relationship" with Shima have all the chemistry and personality of a chunk of lead, but if you can get past that, there is much to like here. Arisa's tender attention to Shipon can hardly be interpreted any other way but loving affection. Forceful vibes from her throughout the series. Yayoi/Ayaka has limited screentime but their interaction is laden with meaning, and becomes virtually canon at the end. There's also a very charming secondary hetero couple, if you like such things. Presuming you can endure Kouta (AKA Generic Soulless Male Lead #39495848), this is a very worthwhile show.
Strawberry Panic: Being promoted rather explicitly as a shoujo ai-centric series, this is one of our main hopes for 2006, but not much is known at present. More info as it develops.
Tales of Eternia: Slight hints in the final episodes.
Utakata: Lots of subtext, but in the end, it sort of fizzles. They dance around it tauntingly, but the relationship of the two female leads makes it difficult or impossible for them to be permanantly together.
Vandread: Multiple possibilities "confirmed or implied". Can't speak for it myself, but as the women in the series apparantly come from an all-female culture, it would certainly make sense. I've heard this series contains a lot of "harem" anime conventions, and that the shoujo ai is mainly to be found in the second season. Some liked it, some apparantly didn't. I'm not all that interested in it personally, but you never know.
Variable Geo (X): Hints and subtext abound; there is at least one bi/lesbian female, though we don't see much of her. It's a fanservice flick, but a fairly good one IMHO.
Yamamoto Yohko TV: Fansub is incomplete, I know no details, but it's fairly well recommended.
*Yami to Boushi to Hon no Tabibito (X): Very passionate, very powerful, very canon, very SAD. This series contains some very strong, mutual emotions between Hazuki and Hatsumi/Eve, but it ends in horrible disappointment. For better or worse, it has been very influential in the shoujo ai community.
Yokohama Kaidashi: Manga with a few OVA episodes. I've heard it's canon, but that's all I've heard. More info required.

[ZoharContact]

Well, I will say this much, and I hope I don't get jumped byecause of it, but Noir...it sucked =O... it was boring and overhyped at the time, really really bad >.<.This is just my opinion, but I think the main reason that people who look for character development get disappointed in Noir stems from one unique trait of the series: the characters don't voice their inner thoughts. You can probably count the unvoiced soliloquies on one hand.

Thus, the characters may seem shallow, but if you meet it halfway and try to divine their thoughts through their facial expressions or meaningful stares, you'll probably get a lot more out of the anime. I might be reading too far into it, but I like it when I have to dig for plot or character nuances.

Also, it gets better as it goes on (and a lot more dramatic). They truly have an overabundance of repeat animation, but it's mainly limited to the beginning.

Also, here (http://www.yuricon.org/list/index.html) is a good place to look for a Yuri list. Just note that a great many of these are based on subtext.

And lastly, does anyone remember Simoun? I haven't seen beyond episode 4, yet, but it seems to have its good qualities (and I like the watercolor backgrounds ^_^).

[ArcaJ]

Ok, I didn't find the same site I was reffering to earlier, but I found this list.
credit goes to whoever compiled it.

Cuddlyness from the Shoujo-Ai forum (http://www.shoujoai.com/forum/topic_show.pl?tid=29037;pg=1) compiled that list. It's updated regulary with details and such. BTW: Yuri isn't too limited. Perhaps it's our knowledge of yuri that is. A good source for manga is Lililicious (http://www.lililicious.net). They run the gamut from cutsey fluff, to tragic drama, to adult yuri. With yuri, there's something for any kind of fan. That's one of the reasons I love it.

::HUGS::

Arca Jeth

[Yukito Kunisaki]

So many on the list makes me laugh though, I don't see some of them being Shoujo Ai one bit, and they just look like they were characters pasted together, just to call it Shoujo Ai. Sure, they might hint at it, but it doesn't make the series shoujo-ai. As said with Noir....must hint, but the series itself has no loving like other known shoujo ai series... thats what I want to hear, not possible relationships, I want to see sure fire ones throughout the series...if you get what I mean.

I want to see stuff like SP, which is kissing, and everything easily shown for the series being shoujo ai, no little hints to expect it is...that on my list, is a stupid call for it >_<

Chances also are that a great majority of the Shoujo Ai that have the series revolving around it will not get liscensed.... One for every 50 shounen...not cool for us, not at all >.<.

[Crawlspace]

So many on the list makes me laugh though, I don't see some of them being Shoujo Ai one bit, and they just look like they were characters pasted together, just to call it Shoujo Ai.

That's exactly what the list is. Every series ever mentioned in the fandom whether it's really got shoujo-ai or not. To be a truely useful tool, it should have been kept canon shoujo-ai. Heck, I'd even go with highly implied like in Noir, since that love letter K leaves M, and Chloe's obsessiveness with K, as well as the ending and M's little talk about not fighting on alone fit in nicely with what most fans want. But that's just my opinion, and I do give Cuddly points for going to the trouble of compiling it. I just don't find it useful, especially since I'm a spoilerphobe and avoid synopsis of series like the plague.

But, yeah, you can find a goodly number of series if you want to. But it sometimes depends on what you're looking for. Does only romance interest you? Or do you want something more from a series. I like stable couples, even when the romance isn't the prime aspect of the show. That's part of what appeals to me about Vandread. Two very stable, long-term lesbian couples with lots of other characters and story going on. Air Master had the relationship as a little side bit. Sailor Moon had what was the only stable lesbian couple for a heck of a long time, and they just fit in with everyone else. No relationship angst to really speak of, and they both had other demons to fight (literally and figuratively). So there's three more shows for you, along with Re: Cutey Honey, which is just lots of yuri fun and goodness. Add in both Hime series, also. Gotta love Shizuru.

[LostCause]

Cuddlyness from the Shoujo-Ai forum (http://www.shoujoai.com/forum/topic_show.pl?tid=29037;pg=1) compiled that list. It's updated regulary with details and such. BTW: Yuri isn't too limited. Perhaps it's our knowledge of yuri that is. A good source for manga is Lililicious (http://www.lililicious.net). They run the gamut from cutsey fluff, to tragic drama, to adult yuri. With yuri, there's something for any kind of fan. That's one of the reasons I love it.

::HUGS::

Arca Jeth

Yes, she did. Sorry, I tried linking, but for some reason it didn't work.

And I think having 'slashable' series on the list is a plus. I like yaoi, but its hardly the only genre I watch, so when going for a different genre, for me 'slashiness' of a series is an added bonus.

[Danju]

Full Moon wo Sagashite is NOT yuri. Not even questionable. Just thought I'd make that clear. :)

Yeah, I can't really think on anything beyond what has been already posted. Very limited, indeed. Of course, that's anime. There are tons of yuri manga out there.

[shezaei_neko]

The member who posted the 1st thread of Strapani (strawberry panic) (Evaligan-san) runs a great site of Yuri/Shoujo-ai series. It's in spanish but perhaps it may help you

[DazzleKitty]

I went to Borders tonight and found that they had a yuri manga, much to my shock. It was called "Eriko Tadeno Works".

It is a very thin, flourescent green book with no text on the spine, so you'll have to keep yours eyes out for it.

Go buy it and be happy. :P

[Animematt55]

*hasnt been to a book store in a while so he writes down the title*

[rosa_chinensis]

I went to Borders tonight and found that they had a yuri manga, much to my shock. It was called "Eriko Tadeno Works".

It is a very thin, flourescent green book with no text on the spine, so you'll have to keep yours eyes out for it.

Go buy it and be happy. :P

Yup, that was put out by ALC Publishing years ago and finally became available in regular bookstores awhile back.
ALC's Publishing's books can also be purchased online through places like http://yuricon.org/shop/ and amazon.com.

[ZoharContact]

Go buy it and be happy. :PI think I will. Thank you very much. ^_^

[earsofdoom]

Yup, that was put out by ALC Publishing years ago and finally became available in regular bookstores awhile back.
ALC's Publishing's books can also be purchased online through places like http://yuricon.org/shop/ and amazon.com.

It end's very tragically doesn't it? i have a feeling it does since most older Yuri has a habit of the main couple dieing.

[Amiki-chan]

What is Yami to Boushi to Hon no Tabibito? o.o

[earsofdoom]

What is Yami to Boushi to Hon no Tabibito? o.o

It's got ALLOT of fanservice (gigantic breast's plague the show).... but a very human main character (she's got a very interesting tomboy-like personality), it's alright but the ending just downright suck's (poor Hazuki.... it just simply suck's to be her in the end... though i have no idea how she is going to have a child)

[shezaei_neko]

Not to mention that almost all the girls that appear in it, want something with the main character... :lol:
The thing I liked the most was that perv birdy... :lol:

[Crawlspace]

^Yeah. But it really is a good series, even with the fanservice and the ending. Just twist things to suit your needs (the way I do), and you'll be fine. Regardless, though, it's definatly worth a watch. Now we just need someone to license it...

[shezaei_neko]

Just like Marimite and Strawberry Panic.....

[Animematt55]

^ that is true for everythign though. Nothing will totally suit your tastes

[Crawlspace]

^No, there are bigger issues with YamiBou than there are with Maria-sama or Strawberry Panic. Are there even issues with Maria-sama? I didn't see any, anyway. So far, it's gone extremely well, from the solid couples to the still getting there couple, to Sei, who really needs a steady girlfriend. But not until her hair grows back. One more break-up and she's going to be bald. The girl with the glasses at the end there was cute... She'll do! ^_^

Wait... never mind. The quoting confused me. Yes, they both need to be licensed. And Sei still needs a girlfriend. ;)

[Animematt55]

Are there even issues with Maria-sama?
apparently....no gay pretty boys....

[shezaei_neko]

What about Sachiko's-sama cousin??
In the manga he says he's only interested in men, and he's quite a bishie....

[Crawlspace]

^Yup. So they do have at least one. And if he has his way with Yumi's brother... -_-;

[rosa_chinensis]

It end's very tragically doesn't it? i have a feeling it does since most older Yuri has a habit of the main couple dieing.

Nope, Works is a collection of short manga, all happy. It's pretty recent-- it was put out in 1998 in Japan, as a doujinshi-- and the stories ran in the now-defunct magazines Mist and Phryne. I don't know much about Phryne, but most of the stories I've read from Mist end happily. Mist, an adult yuri manga magazine aimed at women, was published from around 1996 through 1999; Phryne was slightly before that (1995), and only published a couple issues; it was a more general lesbian magazine, featuring interviews, short stories, manga, illustrations, essays, and the like. Issues of both Mist and Phryne are now nearly impossible to get ahold of, sadly. Thanks to Yuricon's generosity, a couple issues of Mist are being made available to English speakers online through Lililicious.

While I'm at it, I'll also recommend Rica tte Kanji, also available in English from ALC Publishing. It's another upbeat yuri work with a happy ending. :)

[ArcaJ]

What about Sachiko's-sama cousin??
In the manga he says he's only interested in men, and he's quite a bishie....

There's some major issue's with Suguru and Sachiko that weren't covered in the anime. In the manga her feelings for him had already turned to bitterness (and deepened her hatred of men), while in the anime they hint that she might still love him. I guess they felt they had to clean it up of TV but I found it a detriment to Sachiko and Yumi's development as a couple.

I won't go into detail about Suguru's insensetvity toward Sachiko (read the novels, he's a TOTAL jerk) they make it quite clear that she doesn't love him at all. And Suguru's about as gay as he can get without taking out an ad in the Lillian newspaper. :P

Long story short, Sachiko and Yumi need some help from Maria-sama if to work things out.

::HUGS::

Arca Jeth

[Yakura Shima]

i'm glad its limited...

[shezaei_neko]

Now that we're talking about Marimite, I have a question.......
In the last episode of Marimite ~Haru~, Sachiko really meant what she said??
I hope she did!!
And, someone knows something about the OVA???

[Animematt55]

i'm glad its limited...
Thats nto very nice....

[rosa_chinensis]

And, someone knows something about the OVA???

If you mean the 3rd season OVA, it's due out this fall and will likely be five episodes.

[shezaei_neko]

Thank you for the info rosa chinensis :bow:

[ZoharContact]

...I really need to read those books. They hinted really strongly that Yumi would make Tomoko (she is Tomoko, right?) her petit soeur, and I'm very curious as to why!

[rosa_chinensis]

...I really need to read those books. They hinted really strongly that Yumi would make Tomoko (she is Tomoko, right?) her petit soeur, and I'm very curious as to why!

Touko.

Links to info on the novels and English translations, if you're interested:
http://forums.animesuki.com/forumdisplay.php?f=36
http://www.geocities.com/marianaisho/story/index.htm
http://www.ziggr.com/mariasama/
http://okazu.blogspot.com

[shezaei_neko]

I really don't like Touko, in fact I'm a Touko hater.....
Well, the only thing I thank her is that she (in some way) made the relation between Sachiko-sama and Yumi stronger...

[ArcaJ]

I really don't like Touko, in fact I'm a Touko hater.....
Well, the only thing I thank her is that she (in some way) made the relation between Sachiko-sama and Yumi stronger...

She gets better with time. In fact, later in the novels...

She becomes a top Yumi supporter and is in contention with the uber Yumi fan, Hosokawa Kanako to become Yumi's petite soeur. ^_^

::HUGS::

Arca Jeth

[shezaei_neko]

I didn't know that.....
I just read until the part where....
Touko turned down Yumi's offer to become her petite soeur...

[ZoharContact]

Touko.

Links to info on the novels and English translations, if you're interested...Thanks again for the links, rosa_chinensis. And, of course, the correction... I really don't like Touko, in fact I'm a Touko hater.....
Well, the only thing I thank her is that she (in some way) made the relation between Sachiko-sama and Yumi stronger...Didn't she say herself that she loves to play the villian? That's one of those parts where I laughed out loud. ^_^ All the same, I liked her character.

[Ariel Tsuki]

^Yup. So they do have at least one. And if he has his way with Yumi's brother... -_-;

It is kinda funny if you ever read Volume 4 of the manga when they go over Sachiko's house to celebrate New Years (after New Years' Day). Not to spoil anything, but poor Yuuki tries so hard to ward off Suguru's advances. Favorite volume so far, although the art suffers bit before it improves in the fifth volume. I mean, Yuuki knew that Suguru was attracted to him, I don't think he minds that much like a regular boy would. I wish there was more of them, but the Sachiko-Yumi interaction suits me just fine.


But regardless, it's LONG past due that MariMite should hit the States, in anime, manga and novel form. Does anyone knows how many MariMite novels are there and are they still continuing?

[Crawlspace]

But regardless, it's LONG past due that MariMite should hit the States, in anime, manga and novel form.
I'm going on the assumption that Geneon will eventually fess up to having it. They did say at one point that there were issues, and based on the timing, I'm guessing that it was at least partly the OVA. The series hasn't ended yet, and from a buisness point of view, without knowing where the real end is and how long it's going to go on, I wouldn't just start throwing it out. But that's just me.

As for the novels, I'd dearly love to have them, much more than the manga. I think we've got a better chance with the manga, though. With Kashimashi licensed, maybe Seven Seas will pick up Maria-sama, also. Shoujo-ai seems to be an untapped genre in R1 when it comes to manga, and we really need something to balance out all the shounen-ai that's released.

[rosa_chinensis]

But regardless, it's LONG past due that MariMite should hit the States, in anime, manga and novel form. Does anyone knows how many MariMite novels are there and are they still continuing?

Yes, they're still continuing. There are 24 out so far.

In other Marimite-related news, there's a new Marimite artbook out, with lots of illustrations by Hibiki Reine (the illustrator of the novels; she also does the covers for Yuri Hime) and the short Marimite manga bits she did (check lililicious.net if you don't know what I'm talking about-- the Marimite manga shorts that appeared in Cobalt, the magazine the novel runs in). Here's the link to the amazon.co.jp listing: http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/4086007975/249-6755844-5738765?v=glance&n=465392
It's small but thick.

[shezaei_neko]

WOW!! I'd like to have that illustration Book.
You can't have enough of Yumi and Sachiko-sama!