Welcome, all, again. Today's discussion will focus upon The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent, a quiet isekai offering one of the least flamboyant--yet one of the most solidly constructed--storylines ...
Welcome, all, again. Our last discussion concerned a dark plot by an abused healer to remake his world, so I thought a much lighter take on world conquest might ...
Welcome, all, again. 2020 was a rough year the world over, and almost everyone I know is feeling lingering effects in some way. I myself lost relatives, coworkers, ...
Welcome, all, again--and happy holidays(!), of whatever flavor you prefer. This time around, we'll be looking at I'm Standing on a Million Lives, a show that has me puzzled ...
Welcome, all, again. This last was a slow viewing season for me, with my favorite genre (slice-of-life) severely underrepresented. Only three new shows managed to catch my interest, ...
Welcome, all, again. Since last my last column appeared here, Corona-chan swung by briefly (I tested negative, thanks!); my profession has been even further vilified; and Memphis regressed from ...
Welcome, all, again. Today let's talk about Princess Connect! Re: Dive, a show that can be kind of hard to pin down: it's comedy; it's adventure; it's bodaciously harem! ...
Welcome, all, again. We are transitioning from a particularly bountiful viewing season, and one of my favorites was yet another anime about anime, Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! ...
Welcome, all, again. I recently raided my backlog of series-to-be-watched and pulled out 2011's Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl--literally pulled it out of my DVD collection, where it's lingered ...
Welcome, all, again. A new viewing season is upon us, with generous offerings in a number of genres. Today's topic, Ascendance of a Bookworm, is an isekai story ...
Posted on Jan 09 2014
When I first looked upon this DVD, I got an awful feeling. I knew I dreaded the thought of watching it, yet that very same dread meant that I had to. I haven't gotten that feeling since I reviewed Dragonball Evolution.
Posted on Dec 26 2013
“Curses! I have six video game writers and none of them have time to write about Alteil Horizons!” Kana exclaimed frustratingly. “I'll write about it” Kayarath responded, volunteering himself for the cause.
Posted on Dec 12 2013
Do you need a last minute gift suggestion for the otaku in your life? Why not get them Channel A, the anime pitch party game! What is Channel A, and what does anime pitch party game mean? Allow me to explain.
Posted on Nov 28 2013
In regards to Allentown, I would make a Billy Joel reference but I don't think most of you listen to his music. But I do know that the bulk of your skulls would appreciate a convention with a little power behind it, like The Great Allentown Comic Con!
Posted on Nov 14 2013
“You've never been to a convention as a guest, have you?” Kana asked me as she gave me my guest pass to Youmacon. While I may be no veteran, I've have been around the proverbial block a few times. However, I was partially excited for Youmacon because I would experience a convention in a whole new way.
Posted on Oct 24 2013
Have you ever seen a live chip tune show? You really should! The energy and intensity can match what you find in any rock concert.
Posted on Oct 10 2013
Let me tell you something about Sukiyabashi Jiro, a sushi restaurant in Japan. The cost of eating there is 30,000 Yen (that's about $300). Do you know what you can buy with 30,000 Yen?
Posted on Sep 26 2013
The Otakon based interviews continue! This time it's with Erica Gifford, the marketing director of Japanime Games. Japanime Games is a company that focuses on bringing anime flavored board gaming from around the world to your table top!
Posted on Sep 12 2013
Going to a convention and running one are two completely different things. Have you ever wondered what it was like to be the people directing all the lines, guests, and events? It's very rewarding and challenging at the same time. I was able to learn a little about the Con Chair life by interviewing Otakon's Con chairs, Jennifer Piro and Terry Chu. Enjoy!
Posted on Jul 25 2013
Hey kids, wanna play Let's Catch The Lion! It'll be fun! Be sure to make kind greetings before starting the game and say “arigatou-gozaimashita” when we're done!
