Monthly Archives: January 2011

Madoka Magica’s Great Question

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

What is that one thing I wish for? It is a very important question because it will come true. Madoka is in a very interesting place because that this she wishes for is actually the cost of the wish. The … Continue reading →

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For All My Sophist Coordination, My Love For Gundam is All Natural

Posted on January 28, 2011 by

It may seem like a long time, but I’ve only been a fan of the Gundam franchise for two years, if it makes sense to affix the date on the publication of this post: Before I Knew it, I Became … Continue reading →

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Another Violent 70s Robot Cartoon For Your Enjoyment: Shinzou Ningen Casshan

Posted on January 27, 2011 by

If you regularly watch and appreciate 70s anime, then I recommend Casshan without question. I’m not ordinarily able to handle 70s anime, but this might already be my favorite. As for those who haven’t tried to watch any anime of this era, this might be a good place to start. Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Anime and Manga (Part II)

Posted on January 25, 2011 by

[Part I] In the previous issue I introduced my concept of watching shows and reading manga for particular purposes, which I find personally more useful than categorizing them in genre lists. Those lists are still useful for award-giving purposes, genre … Continue reading →

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A Hollow Victory: Finishing Off Mobile Suit Victory Gundam

Posted on January 24, 2011 by

My apologies in advance, this post is not going to be very readable. I actually doubt that there’s a lot of value here. Those of you who haven’t seen Mobile Suit Victory Gundam let it be enough that I don’t … Continue reading →

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