I've started watching Canaan and Bakemonogatari since they first aired. And I must say, while Bakemonogatari has unique art, I find Canaan much better (so far.) I can hardly watch past episode 3 in Bakemonogatari. Everyone says that it's epic, and I'm seeing all these spoiler pictures. But when a new episode is released, Canaan is released at the same time, and I would much rather watch Canaan than Bakemonogatari. But this isn't a Canaan vs. Bakemonogatari thread, so...
I think this series is eeeepiiiic. It, in a way, reminds me of the series Baccano! There's something to love about every character. I can't get enough of it
The storyline is great, and it's so easy to watch without dying, unlike Bak-- nevermind =P
Overall, awesome-awesome.