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First Impressions – Uzumaki and Dandadan
Fall anime is here, and it’s shaping up to be a memorable 2024 season. So far, I’ve seen the first episodes of two highly anticipated titles: Uzumaki, produced by Adult Swim for the revitalization of Toonami, and Dandadan, produced by Science Saru. I’m excited to watch these shows as they release weekly, as both fandom spaces are Read more
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Small Bites Of Joy – Wakakozake
After a long day of work, the best feeling is enjoying some free time to yourself. To some, that means binging a new TV show, reading, or playing video games. Others find relaxation in cooking or going out to eat—a quiet moment to take in the aromas and appreciate the flavors. Eating a good meal Read more
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Don’t Sugar Coat It – Life Lessons With Uramichi Oniisan
Picking up skills as a kid can be done in many ways. You could learn from a parent, an older sibling, or a teacher. There are even more ways now, thanks to the aid of technology. Older kids can learn from YouTube videos, while younger kids can turn to children’s programming. Shows like Between the Read more
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Spinning Classics With The Grimm Variations
There are two approaches to making a remake: recreating the same story or retelling it with a twist. Sometimes, writers borrow the name of a previous work to attract an audience and then create something entirely different. The Brothers Grimm fairy tales have been famously adapted by Disney, which smooths out the dark, gritty edges Read more
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Satoshi Kon – Between Reality
Animation can be breathtakingly beautiful, transporting you to worlds you could only see in dreams. Beautiful landscapes that exist among the stars, or maybe closer to home. When I think of gorgeous animation, I think of anything created by Makoto Shinkai—the creator of most recently Suzume, but most popularly Your Name. Other people may think of Miyazaki. Read more
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Fields of Mistria And The Farming Games Before It
Farming is hard; you have to plant seeds, water, weed, and rely on a bit of luck to keep the plants alive. It’s especially difficult when done by hand on a hot summer day. You wouldn’t think that farming games would become the kings of all cozy games. Yet, when news of another farming game Read more
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Uplifting Aviation – Blue Thermal
Gliding is a form of flight that doesn’t require an engine, just the natural power of the wind. Blue Thermal offers a glimpse into the seemingly peaceful world of gliding. Without the roar of an engine, it’s a silent journey through the clouds as you soar toward the sprawling horizon before you. I imagine it would be Read more
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Fashionably Fun Learning Curve – The First Descendant
If TikTok is your go-to social media platform while waiting for Genshin Impact to load, I doubt you haven’t heard the name The First Descendant in the last few weeks. The game has not only taken over ad space on the TikTok app but also features funny clips that have already been uploaded, giving it a competitive Read more
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Searching Your Soul – Summer Ghost
Summer has a reputation for being filled with potential. Warm sunny days that stretch on forever causing motivation to run high. People start dreaming on cool summer nights sitting under the stars. Summer is often seen as a transitional period as people step away from work and experience new things. Who will you be when Read more
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Return To The Music Room – Ouran High School Host Club
What’s your favorite anime currently? Did you think about a popular show with at least three seasons? Maybe it has lots of merch or content? Did you think of something more popular with a large fan base and lots of merch? That’s where I believe most people start when discussing anime, the heavy hitters, One Read more
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