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Rainy Day Reading 011: One-shots #1
Walt invites Joe and Jonathan to look at some supernatural themes Josei one-shots, including one about storms, another about deals with the devils middlemen, and one with a fridge Joe suggested that...
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Seasonal Reviews: Fall 2015 Pt.2
We continue into this slog f a season, enjoying the few things we can enjoy, while also having to deal with light novel garbage and yoga practicing anime girls. Oh joy. What managed to stay good, and...
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Zachary's 5 Favorite Anime Pt.1
I’m assuming that you’re caught up, right? If not, check out my introduction. For everyone else, let’s kick this series off with Mahou Shoujo Puella Magi Madoka Magica, aka the biggest surprise in...
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SuBLime Manga Sampler
As I noted before on my review of The Man of Tango, it's unusual that Viz took so long to get into the yaoi business. Still, you can't say that they haven't tried their hardest to distinguish their...
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The Anime Greats: Hayao Miyazaki
Welcome to a new segment that I call “The Anime Greats”. Based on a discontinued series from fellow friend and former g1 Larry Fried, the segment highlights the work of the talented individuals in...
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Zachary's 5 Favorite Anime Pt.2
Last time, I discussed a show that turned the magical girl formula on its head. This time, I’m gonna tackle a show that turned a marketing vehicle on its head. That’s right, today’s entry is Digimon...
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Rainy Day Reading 012: Murcielago
Walt gathers David, Danni, and Jonathan to talk about one of the gayest manga ever that's also about murder. That's not as common a combination as you'd think. Also, Jonathan decides to talk about...
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Zachary's 5 Favorite Anime Pt.3
It’s that time again! In my previous entries, which you’ll find here and here, I discussed a subversive genre show and a subversive marketing vehicle. Today, I go a little more traditional with a...
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Heavy Storms 008: Perfect Blue
Zach, Megan, and Joe come together for a movie episode, and this time, it's Satoshi Kon's Perfect Blue. Is it really as good as so many critics say, or does the plot fall apart like all of my hopes and...
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Zachary's 5 Favorite Anime Pt.4
Before I begin, we’ll pause to reflect on my mission statement and the three entries prior (which you can find here, here and here.) Anyway, let’s do a quick recap: a subversive take on the magical...
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Rainy Day Reading 013: Sweet Rein
Editor's Note: Apologies were late this week.Walt, Stephanie, and Megan kick off December with a little Christmas manga about a reindeer that's also a pretty anime boy because Japan. Just stop...
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The Anime Greats: Isao Takahata
Welcome to another episode of “The Anime Greats”. Last time, I discussed one of my favourite directors, Hayao Miyazaki. This time, I’d like to discuss another, lesser-known director from Studio Ghibli...
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Zachary's 5 Favorite Anime Pt.5
(For info on what this is, please click here. Don’t worry, it won’t take long.) Before beginning the final entry, let’s recap again: Number 5 was Mahou Shoujo Puella Magi Madoka Magica, aka a dark...
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Bleach: Brave Souls (Android)
Did you know that phones play VIDEOGAMES!? I sure did, but didn't have anything to play because I had a Windows phone and there is no sadder sight than the app store of a Windows phone. But I've since...
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The Digi-Mare Before Christmas
“T’was auld ani-shows I be wraught,for Infinite Rainy Day,then new ani-shows be fore-soughtfor this year’s holiday!”It’s the holidays again! A time of serious films, expensive gift purchases and...
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Heavy Storms 009: Miracle Train
As a special Christmas treat, Jonathan, Megan, and Walt watched a show about the ghosts of train stations helping women with their problems. It's even weirder than you're expecting. Also, the gang...
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In Defense of Hayao Miyazaki and Anime
*Sigh* I’m not one to discuss the long-term merits of an art-style. For one, I majored in English. My area of expertise is, therefore, essay and narrative composition, not whether or not Jackson...
View ArticleApologies for a lack of Rainy Day Reading
Due to unexpected issues with audio, we are unable to present the newest episode of Rainy Day Reading and will be skipping over the planned episode. Expect a new episode proper at the usual...
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Anime Flubbing, or "When Does a Joke Go Too Far?"
I’ve been noticing a trend in anime dubs lately, a sort of bad habit. It’s not super common, but it’s cropping up more and more. It’s weird, it’s silly, it’s downright obnoxious. I call it “anime...
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Crunchyroll Manga Sampler: Course Four
It's a new year and that means it's the perfect time to resolve to read more manga online! I hope you all saved some room after your holiday feasts and your New Year's Even drinks as we've got another...
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