I'm still not feeling creative
must be because of green....
sorry about that
I'm going to show my friend don't hug me I'm scared mWAHAHAHAHA
help me.....
I showed her Don't Hug Me I'm Scared...
I think I've scarred her for life
whOOPS
Watch It
YOU MUST
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Digital Style
bye again
-L
Sunday, August 7, 2016
I am not creative today...whoops
Hello there....I'm here with my best friend...and she will help me write whatever the heck this post will be. I haven't really posted in a while...so...this so awkward
We are about to go watch this movie called Suicide Squad. It's a DC movie. Critics hated it, but fans loved it and I'M JUST REALLY CONFUSED.
anyway....
It has Harley Quinn, the Joker, Deadshot, Katana, Captain Boomerang, Slipknot, El Diablo, Enchantress, and other people I can't remember right now. But this is an anime blog and I have no idea why the heck I'm explaining a live-action movie to you bUT OKAY.
Also, which do you think is better? Waffles or pancakes? I think pancakes are better but my friend here thinks waffles are better wHICH IS A LIE.
This is who I really am btw, I'm not formal at all. I SHOUT EVERYWHERE, and use text talk like lol and other weird stuff.
There is your post
Hope you were slightly entertained by the trainwreck that is my life.
yeaaaaaaaah
bye
-L
We are about to go watch this movie called Suicide Squad. It's a DC movie. Critics hated it, but fans loved it and I'M JUST REALLY CONFUSED.
anyway....
It has Harley Quinn, the Joker, Deadshot, Katana, Captain Boomerang, Slipknot, El Diablo, Enchantress, and other people I can't remember right now. But this is an anime blog and I have no idea why the heck I'm explaining a live-action movie to you bUT OKAY.
Also, which do you think is better? Waffles or pancakes? I think pancakes are better but my friend here thinks waffles are better wHICH IS A LIE.
This is who I really am btw, I'm not formal at all. I SHOUT EVERYWHERE, and use text talk like lol and other weird stuff.
There is your post
Hope you were slightly entertained by the trainwreck that is my life.
yeaaaaaaaah
bye
-L
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Is Germany really Holy Roman Empire? (Hetalia Headcanons!)
Now originally I was going to be posting my Who is the Attack on Titan narrator part 2 today but in the comments section I had an interesting conversation discussing if Germany really is Holy Roman Empire, I support this headcanon fully and the other user did not but neither of us had true evidence to prove our points and thus I did some research. So today I will attempt to answer the question: Is Germany really the Holy Roman Empire?
Now in a historical standpoint this feat is not impossible as Germany originally originated from...well...Germania, According to the Hetalia wikipedia page on Holy Roman Empire (you can read it here). Holy Roman Empire is the grandson of Germania therefore Germany and Holy Roman Empire have some sort of connection through their origins of Germania. In a panel in one of the issues of the Hetalia web comic (manga? Idk) Holy Roman Empire is imagining himself in the future with Italy (who he thought was a girl) and the future Holy Roman Empire is very similar to the Germany we all know and love in the anime. And as we see throughout the anime, Germany actually has a lot in common with HRE when it comes to looks. From nearly the same color eyes, to the blonde hair and even the skin tone but then again that still isn't hardcore evidence.
Germany, like Holy Roman Empire seems to have romantic feelings towards Italy but perhaps the fact that Holy Roman Empire thought the chibi Italy was a girl means that they have different sexuality statuses where Germany is homosexual or even bisexual whereas Holy Roman Empire was originally heterosexual or bisexual. Even so there is still a possibility that both possess a bisexuality making them similar in that way. Now this may not be that much of a point considering the fact that all the countries could have bisexuality considering the number of ships in the fanbase whether they are canon or not which at least helps us in our argument.
However...there are still the reasons why Germany is in fact not Holy Roman Empire. For one...in episode 22 of the anime Holy Roman Empire bid Italy farewell and seemed to have never returned. It seems as in the Hetalia universe, nations that have self destructed or "died" have little no ways of reincarnating themselves unless they already had a nation they were raising before their death. So, the possibilities that Holy Roman Empire was reincarnated as Germany are slim to none narrowing the possibilities that Germany is HRE. Also, Holy Roman Empire seemed to have gained an artistic talent and viewpoint due to his time with Italy, Germany does not seem to inherit this making it even less likely the Germany is the reincarnation of Holy Roman Empire.
In my book...yes Germany is Holy Roman Empire for several reasons involving a historical and completely fanon based opinion
Should I do more of these? Idk
Sayonara!
-L
Now in a historical standpoint this feat is not impossible as Germany originally originated from...well...Germania, According to the Hetalia wikipedia page on Holy Roman Empire (you can read it here). Holy Roman Empire is the grandson of Germania therefore Germany and Holy Roman Empire have some sort of connection through their origins of Germania. In a panel in one of the issues of the Hetalia web comic (manga? Idk) Holy Roman Empire is imagining himself in the future with Italy (who he thought was a girl) and the future Holy Roman Empire is very similar to the Germany we all know and love in the anime. And as we see throughout the anime, Germany actually has a lot in common with HRE when it comes to looks. From nearly the same color eyes, to the blonde hair and even the skin tone but then again that still isn't hardcore evidence.
Germany, like Holy Roman Empire seems to have romantic feelings towards Italy but perhaps the fact that Holy Roman Empire thought the chibi Italy was a girl means that they have different sexuality statuses where Germany is homosexual or even bisexual whereas Holy Roman Empire was originally heterosexual or bisexual. Even so there is still a possibility that both possess a bisexuality making them similar in that way. Now this may not be that much of a point considering the fact that all the countries could have bisexuality considering the number of ships in the fanbase whether they are canon or not which at least helps us in our argument.
However...there are still the reasons why Germany is in fact not Holy Roman Empire. For one...in episode 22 of the anime Holy Roman Empire bid Italy farewell and seemed to have never returned. It seems as in the Hetalia universe, nations that have self destructed or "died" have little no ways of reincarnating themselves unless they already had a nation they were raising before their death. So, the possibilities that Holy Roman Empire was reincarnated as Germany are slim to none narrowing the possibilities that Germany is HRE. Also, Holy Roman Empire seemed to have gained an artistic talent and viewpoint due to his time with Italy, Germany does not seem to inherit this making it even less likely the Germany is the reincarnation of Holy Roman Empire.
In my book...yes Germany is Holy Roman Empire for several reasons involving a historical and completely fanon based opinion
Should I do more of these? Idk
Sayonara!
-L
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Anime review: Black Butler
Black Butler is definitely a unique anime and I highly recommend it. The plot involves young Ciel Phantomhive, the head of the Phantomhive estate along his butler Sebastian who just so happens to be a demon butler who has to protect and follow Ciel wherever he goes in exchange for his soul when he dies. The episodes follow mysteries going around and Ciel and Sebastian trying to solve them. The mysteries can be very disconnected and nonetheless seem to circle around mini plots rather than a whole one but still, it can connect to be something very groundbreaking you would never expect.
I recommend this for several reasons. The action is intense and well timed and placed. It is very entertaining and yes, there is some blood so if you are sensitive or scared of...blood then it may not be the anime for you, sorry! Also, the characters are all so diverse and have amazing backstories and skills that you may have never seen coming, this anime loves to surprise you and throw major plot twists in nearly every episode.
But, there are the cons. One, the situations or outcomes of solving mysteries may not always seem logical or even morally correct, in fact sometimes you wonder why they did that due to lack of explaining in the episode. Also, there are some sexual innuendos, they are hardly in episodes but yes, they are there and extremely noticeable when you see them, but they aren't too frequent so I wouldn't worry about it.
But despite the flaws it is still a noteworthy and watchable anime so I recommend it!
Sayonara!
~L
I recommend this for several reasons. The action is intense and well timed and placed. It is very entertaining and yes, there is some blood so if you are sensitive or scared of...blood then it may not be the anime for you, sorry! Also, the characters are all so diverse and have amazing backstories and skills that you may have never seen coming, this anime loves to surprise you and throw major plot twists in nearly every episode.
But, there are the cons. One, the situations or outcomes of solving mysteries may not always seem logical or even morally correct, in fact sometimes you wonder why they did that due to lack of explaining in the episode. Also, there are some sexual innuendos, they are hardly in episodes but yes, they are there and extremely noticeable when you see them, but they aren't too frequent so I wouldn't worry about it.
But despite the flaws it is still a noteworthy and watchable anime so I recommend it!
Sayonara!
~L
Anime Review: Food Wars!
So, on the quest for finding more anime to watch I stumbled across this one, originally I had read the manga so I noticed some changes but nonetheless it is the same story, a young cook is sent to a prestigious cooking school and is on the quest to become the very best! Sure it is pretty hard to get by with his simple yet delicious recipes and the judges but this is what makes the anime truly amazing! Now there is some sexual innuendos and a lot of tentacles that can be a downside for some viewers or readers.
The way the food is prepared makes you very hungry and you can't help but imagine the tastes and smells that are so deeply described and it is wonderful. Now it is not one of my top animes to watch but I still recommend it! The tentacles were a bit of a downside on the fact that it kind of distracted me or drove me away from the main point of the plot or story line in the episode/volume and could be a bit annoying as you just want to see what happens or the reaction without the over dramatic and sexual artwork at that very moment but I guess that it is part of the viewing experience and what makes the anime...that anime, Does that make sense? I don't know anymore...
But, the plot and different ways and unique aspects of the anime as well as the unusual, rarely seen setting makes it on my recommendation list because of how rare an anime like this comes around and how it just manages to pull off to be a good anime while reaching out to many audiences whether it be for the plot, the determined characters, tentacles, or just the food it can connect with a lot of watchers in an unusual way. It was not one of my personal favorites but I do recommend it just for the fact that there aren't a lot of other animes or mangas like this to really compare it to or even reference when looking at this anime at a logical and statistical viewpoint. Which is why you need to jump on this unique viewing opportunity.
Sayonara!
-L
The way the food is prepared makes you very hungry and you can't help but imagine the tastes and smells that are so deeply described and it is wonderful. Now it is not one of my top animes to watch but I still recommend it! The tentacles were a bit of a downside on the fact that it kind of distracted me or drove me away from the main point of the plot or story line in the episode/volume and could be a bit annoying as you just want to see what happens or the reaction without the over dramatic and sexual artwork at that very moment but I guess that it is part of the viewing experience and what makes the anime...that anime, Does that make sense? I don't know anymore...
But, the plot and different ways and unique aspects of the anime as well as the unusual, rarely seen setting makes it on my recommendation list because of how rare an anime like this comes around and how it just manages to pull off to be a good anime while reaching out to many audiences whether it be for the plot, the determined characters, tentacles, or just the food it can connect with a lot of watchers in an unusual way. It was not one of my personal favorites but I do recommend it just for the fact that there aren't a lot of other animes or mangas like this to really compare it to or even reference when looking at this anime at a logical and statistical viewpoint. Which is why you need to jump on this unique viewing opportunity.
Sayonara!
-L
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Anime Review: Noragami
I really loved this one guys okay.
Yato is senpai.
Noragami takes place in Japan and focuses on a God named Yato. Yato is a homeless God and is hardly recognized by anyone. Yato is desperate for people to warship him and notice him and to do so he is slowly building up money by doing various favors to build himself his own shrine. Doing so he rids the world of Ayakashi and meets a girl named Hyori whose spirit can leave her body.
Overall this anime has a lot of perks including a good plot, likeable characters, good humor and some tense scenes which leads me to one of my favorite anime since Fullmetal Alchemist. I originally read the manga first and prefer the manga over the anime but still enjoy both equally the same. It has somewhat frequent nudity which can be disturbing to some (yes, it was disturbing to me) but hardly interrupts the fantastic animation, characters, and plot in the anime.
So many anime/manga fail to do this, be funny without forcing it too much or forcing the plot over the comedy. Noragami has a fantastic way of balancing both to provide such an amazing experience for the reader/watcher and I highly reccomend it. Sure there are some random plot points at times but they still are enjoyable and don't stray too far from the main plot or characters in the series. Also, the characters are all relatable in a special way that I highly enjoy and makes me really enjoy the characters which, in my opinion, is the best part of the anime.
Sayonara
-L
Yato is senpai.
Noragami takes place in Japan and focuses on a God named Yato. Yato is a homeless God and is hardly recognized by anyone. Yato is desperate for people to warship him and notice him and to do so he is slowly building up money by doing various favors to build himself his own shrine. Doing so he rids the world of Ayakashi and meets a girl named Hyori whose spirit can leave her body.
Overall this anime has a lot of perks including a good plot, likeable characters, good humor and some tense scenes which leads me to one of my favorite anime since Fullmetal Alchemist. I originally read the manga first and prefer the manga over the anime but still enjoy both equally the same. It has somewhat frequent nudity which can be disturbing to some (yes, it was disturbing to me) but hardly interrupts the fantastic animation, characters, and plot in the anime.
So many anime/manga fail to do this, be funny without forcing it too much or forcing the plot over the comedy. Noragami has a fantastic way of balancing both to provide such an amazing experience for the reader/watcher and I highly reccomend it. Sure there are some random plot points at times but they still are enjoyable and don't stray too far from the main plot or characters in the series. Also, the characters are all relatable in a special way that I highly enjoy and makes me really enjoy the characters which, in my opinion, is the best part of the anime.
Sayonara
-L
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
The narrator for Attack on Titan (the hidden identity) Part ONE
MAJOR SPOILERS DO NOT READ IF YOU HAVEN'T FINISHED THE ATTACK ON TITAN MANGA
PLZ.
I recently finished the Attack on Titan manga. WTF Armin dies? Apparently so as he is burned to death by Bertolt in Titan form (jerk) but this raises a question that I was just contemplating, wasn't Armin believed to be the narrator for Attack on Titan? The evidence is the fact that the main narrator was the same voice actress the voiced Armin in the Japanese dub. And the fact that Armin seems to have a play in all the situations that are described.
However, Armin cannot be the narrator. I have several reasons for this, 1, Armin is in fact, now dead so if he was the narrator then there would no longer be any manga or anime, which is highly unlikely because the Titans are currently still reigning. 2, Armin is actually not present for most of the situations that appear in the manga or anime, such as scenes from episode 1 when Eren's mom dies or episode 9 when the survey corps are in the first mission we as viewers and reasons get to view. 3, isn't there someone else who has a lot of near-death experiences and yet still survives for some odd reason? You all know who I'm thinking of...
HANGE (Hanji) ZOE
Yes there is evidence that this is not true, especially the fact that she was not a part of the anime/manga for the first story arcs and even so has her own troops to lead it would be impossible to have that much involvement and still only be a Squad Leader. However, she does have a lot of near death experiences and seems to not die. Strange isn't it? Surely a reckless character like her would of course be dead now wouldn't she?
Wait, there is one character, no, two that seem to have view as titans and humans and are close to the members of the survey corps. Bertolt and Reiner. They are the ones who started this mess and nonetheless have involvement in both the Titan world and the world of humans and of course are some of the best candidates for the narrator.
But there is also Zeke, the ape titan, who can turn people into Titans and is a Titan-shifter himself. By far he has the most views on the situation as he is most likely the main cause for the situation?
So, we have: Zeke, Bertolt, and Reiner as possibilities for the narrator.
We WILL uncover the narrator by part 2.
Promise.
Sayonara
-L
PLZ.
I recently finished the Attack on Titan manga. WTF Armin dies? Apparently so as he is burned to death by Bertolt in Titan form (jerk) but this raises a question that I was just contemplating, wasn't Armin believed to be the narrator for Attack on Titan? The evidence is the fact that the main narrator was the same voice actress the voiced Armin in the Japanese dub. And the fact that Armin seems to have a play in all the situations that are described.
However, Armin cannot be the narrator. I have several reasons for this, 1, Armin is in fact, now dead so if he was the narrator then there would no longer be any manga or anime, which is highly unlikely because the Titans are currently still reigning. 2, Armin is actually not present for most of the situations that appear in the manga or anime, such as scenes from episode 1 when Eren's mom dies or episode 9 when the survey corps are in the first mission we as viewers and reasons get to view. 3, isn't there someone else who has a lot of near-death experiences and yet still survives for some odd reason? You all know who I'm thinking of...
HANGE (Hanji) ZOE
Yes there is evidence that this is not true, especially the fact that she was not a part of the anime/manga for the first story arcs and even so has her own troops to lead it would be impossible to have that much involvement and still only be a Squad Leader. However, she does have a lot of near death experiences and seems to not die. Strange isn't it? Surely a reckless character like her would of course be dead now wouldn't she?
Wait, there is one character, no, two that seem to have view as titans and humans and are close to the members of the survey corps. Bertolt and Reiner. They are the ones who started this mess and nonetheless have involvement in both the Titan world and the world of humans and of course are some of the best candidates for the narrator.
But there is also Zeke, the ape titan, who can turn people into Titans and is a Titan-shifter himself. By far he has the most views on the situation as he is most likely the main cause for the situation?
So, we have: Zeke, Bertolt, and Reiner as possibilities for the narrator.
We WILL uncover the narrator by part 2.
Promise.
Sayonara
-L
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Anime Review; Hetalia:Paint it White!
There are some spoilers but I wouldn't worry about it! ^_^
So, I had finally found a free website that provided me streaming of the animated Hetalia movie: Hetalia: Paint it White. Now I definitely have mixed feelings about this piece of work and despite me loving it naturally because of how much I LOVE the series, I have to look this at a logical viewpoint and judge it from there!
So here are the cons of the movie that I saw while watching. The plot moves very fast and may be confusing as this makes some aspects of the story line confusing and such, or unnecessary. However, those of us who have watched Hetalia know that this is in their signature storytelling style. Also, it seemed a bit childish, even more than the original series. Basically, aliens are invading and the countries must stop them from making the Earth all freaking boring and white! It is a bit unoriginal and yet I was still fond of it. Also, there were clips from the original series, which threw me off a bit as I thought the writers were building a completely different side subplot.
But enough about the cons! Here are the pros! I loved how even in this out-of-this-world situation, the countries personalities were as vibrant and colorful as ever giving this movie the experience we had when watching the series for the first time. I also enjoyed all the fan references that still play today, such as Switzerland and Liechtenstein's barrier of neutrality that kept them safe from the attacks, and the FrUk shipping reference that I totally fangirled over, but no offense to you UsUk shippers out there! I also enjoyed all the former episode references that mentioned different characters and different scenarios.
Out of ten I give it a 7/10, but nonetheless still recommend it to a hardcore Hetalia fan like me!
Sayonara!
-L
So, I had finally found a free website that provided me streaming of the animated Hetalia movie: Hetalia: Paint it White. Now I definitely have mixed feelings about this piece of work and despite me loving it naturally because of how much I LOVE the series, I have to look this at a logical viewpoint and judge it from there!
So here are the cons of the movie that I saw while watching. The plot moves very fast and may be confusing as this makes some aspects of the story line confusing and such, or unnecessary. However, those of us who have watched Hetalia know that this is in their signature storytelling style. Also, it seemed a bit childish, even more than the original series. Basically, aliens are invading and the countries must stop them from making the Earth all freaking boring and white! It is a bit unoriginal and yet I was still fond of it. Also, there were clips from the original series, which threw me off a bit as I thought the writers were building a completely different side subplot.
But enough about the cons! Here are the pros! I loved how even in this out-of-this-world situation, the countries personalities were as vibrant and colorful as ever giving this movie the experience we had when watching the series for the first time. I also enjoyed all the fan references that still play today, such as Switzerland and Liechtenstein's barrier of neutrality that kept them safe from the attacks, and the FrUk shipping reference that I totally fangirled over, but no offense to you UsUk shippers out there! I also enjoyed all the former episode references that mentioned different characters and different scenarios.
Out of ten I give it a 7/10, but nonetheless still recommend it to a hardcore Hetalia fan like me!
Sayonara!
-L
Friday, June 10, 2016
My Top 5 anime/manga (so FAR)
I started this blog when I had literally only watched 7 anime, 7 and I thought I was some kind of expert but nope! Now I have read/watched so many manga/anime because I stay up until 2:30 every night watching anime. Now, keep in mind these are my opinions and out of the many anime I have watched, I prefer those with action and storyline combo that keeps you hooked and watching until the end.
SO...
Shall we get into it then?
LET'S GO.
Oh and if you look down, yes you noticed that 4/5 of my top 5 are mainstream anime. That is 80% of my life and you hipsters and other mainstream haters probably just threw your computer out a window, which is a shame because it cost money! But if you are still here this is my opinion afterall and I do like these for my own personal reasons, not because everyone else likes it. So if you have a heart I am sure will hear me out. Okay? Okay. (Ha, Fault in Our Stars Reference ;)...D':)
5. Hetalia
This anime is widely known, but is not too mainstream due to the fact that some may not like and such, but compared to the others on this list, it is hardly mainstream. The basic plot is that the countries of the world are embodied by people and it goes through history in a hilarious way that takes away all seriousness. It is funny, entertaining, and I can watch 3 episodes without cutting into my schedule because each episode is only 5 minutes long. Many may find this anime offensive to their culture, but I found stereotypes for some surprisingly true. Plus the eyebrow game is strong in this anime, perhaps even stronger than Erwin's. All you need to know is that it is VERY comedic and entertaining but a bit offensive. Oh! And you should totally watch it!
4. DeathNote
Here is where we get a bit mainstream folks, so brace yourself. I enjoy this anime for the tense setting that is always present and the incredible strategy and surprising plot turns throughout each episode. As well as the diverse characters that despite their differences have a same ability. Some use it for justice, others use it for love, and maybe for friendship, and terror. Each character is unsure to live till the end and I just fell in love with the ever building story. L fascinates me, no not just for looks, but his detective skills and use of his disadvantage to ultimately provide the upper hand. The story follows Light Yagami, a highschool student who gets his hand on a notebook that can kill people. And he will win or lose against the strategic team, with the leader of detective L to stop this killing spree. Oh and Light takes a potato chip and eats it! Anyway watch it please!
3. Attack On Titan
This anime is gory, harrowing, and bloody and definitely will disturb you in some ways, but nonetheless it is a fantastic piece of fiction that will surprise you. The plot follows Eren Jaeger, a young boy who has lived inside the walls humanity has lived in for a century. These walls protect them from Titans, large creatures who eat humans. It is fantastic and grows a quite complex story line that may be hard to follow once you get into the latter issues of the manga. The artwork is incredible and each character is unique to their pasts and look on the situation. Oh and it is very emotional, I have cried once or twice (a million times) during this anime as characters you trust, love, and hate can meet the same terrible fate. So I highly recommend it, but remember the plot gets very complex and somewhat confusing as the story edges on.
2. Tokyo Ghoul
Another harrowing, disturbing, and frightening anime. This follows Ken Kaneki, a boy who lives in modern day Tokyo, who share the city with a species called ghouls. Ghouls are just like normal humans, except their hunger for human flesh and ability to use a weapon that emerges from their body called Kagune. The story line in the manga and in the anime differ greatly, especially as we get into Root A, the second season of the anime. I definitely prefer the manga over the anime as I feel the plot flows a bit better in this one than in the anime, which edges on in some areas that really aren't necessary. For example, I enjoy Hinami with a more mysterious relationship with her parents than with the over explained one in the anime, because all you really need to know is how much she loves her parents. However, it is a wonderful manga/anime that is crafted precisely and I heavily enjoy.
1. Fullmetal Alchemist/Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
You will not hear any terrible feedback for this anime because it is amazing in so many ways. This anime involves two brothers named Alphonse and Edward Elric. In an alchemy ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in armor. Equipped with mechanical "auto-mail" limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist and serves the military while trying to find the Philosophers Stone, the one thing that can restore the stolen limbs and Al's body. This anime is serious and emotional but still keeps a humor with the comedic and hot headed main character, Edward. This was the third anime I have watched and I love it so much. It is fantastic and I recommend it to everyone. It has a terrible and disturbing background plot that plays heavily into the main, slowly solving the unknown for the reader/watcher one chapter or episode at a time. The author, Hiromu Arakawa has an amazing strategy for giving each of her characters a certain distinguishable charisma that makes every watch and read enjoyable for the consumer. It was well worth my time and I highly recommend it.
Here are some honorable mentions!
-No Game No Life
-Sword Art Online
-Your Lie In April
-Neon Genesis Evangelion
-Food Wars
-Black Butler
Hope you enjoyed!
Sayonara!
-L
SO...
Shall we get into it then?
LET'S GO.
Oh and if you look down, yes you noticed that 4/5 of my top 5 are mainstream anime. That is 80% of my life and you hipsters and other mainstream haters probably just threw your computer out a window, which is a shame because it cost money! But if you are still here this is my opinion afterall and I do like these for my own personal reasons, not because everyone else likes it. So if you have a heart I am sure will hear me out. Okay? Okay. (Ha, Fault in Our Stars Reference ;)...D':)
5. Hetalia
This anime is widely known, but is not too mainstream due to the fact that some may not like and such, but compared to the others on this list, it is hardly mainstream. The basic plot is that the countries of the world are embodied by people and it goes through history in a hilarious way that takes away all seriousness. It is funny, entertaining, and I can watch 3 episodes without cutting into my schedule because each episode is only 5 minutes long. Many may find this anime offensive to their culture, but I found stereotypes for some surprisingly true. Plus the eyebrow game is strong in this anime, perhaps even stronger than Erwin's. All you need to know is that it is VERY comedic and entertaining but a bit offensive. Oh! And you should totally watch it!
4. DeathNote
Here is where we get a bit mainstream folks, so brace yourself. I enjoy this anime for the tense setting that is always present and the incredible strategy and surprising plot turns throughout each episode. As well as the diverse characters that despite their differences have a same ability. Some use it for justice, others use it for love, and maybe for friendship, and terror. Each character is unsure to live till the end and I just fell in love with the ever building story. L fascinates me, no not just for looks, but his detective skills and use of his disadvantage to ultimately provide the upper hand. The story follows Light Yagami, a highschool student who gets his hand on a notebook that can kill people. And he will win or lose against the strategic team, with the leader of detective L to stop this killing spree. Oh and Light takes a potato chip and eats it! Anyway watch it please!
3. Attack On Titan
This anime is gory, harrowing, and bloody and definitely will disturb you in some ways, but nonetheless it is a fantastic piece of fiction that will surprise you. The plot follows Eren Jaeger, a young boy who has lived inside the walls humanity has lived in for a century. These walls protect them from Titans, large creatures who eat humans. It is fantastic and grows a quite complex story line that may be hard to follow once you get into the latter issues of the manga. The artwork is incredible and each character is unique to their pasts and look on the situation. Oh and it is very emotional, I have cried once or twice (a million times) during this anime as characters you trust, love, and hate can meet the same terrible fate. So I highly recommend it, but remember the plot gets very complex and somewhat confusing as the story edges on.
2. Tokyo Ghoul
Another harrowing, disturbing, and frightening anime. This follows Ken Kaneki, a boy who lives in modern day Tokyo, who share the city with a species called ghouls. Ghouls are just like normal humans, except their hunger for human flesh and ability to use a weapon that emerges from their body called Kagune. The story line in the manga and in the anime differ greatly, especially as we get into Root A, the second season of the anime. I definitely prefer the manga over the anime as I feel the plot flows a bit better in this one than in the anime, which edges on in some areas that really aren't necessary. For example, I enjoy Hinami with a more mysterious relationship with her parents than with the over explained one in the anime, because all you really need to know is how much she loves her parents. However, it is a wonderful manga/anime that is crafted precisely and I heavily enjoy.
1. Fullmetal Alchemist/Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
You will not hear any terrible feedback for this anime because it is amazing in so many ways. This anime involves two brothers named Alphonse and Edward Elric. In an alchemy ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in armor. Equipped with mechanical "auto-mail" limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist and serves the military while trying to find the Philosophers Stone, the one thing that can restore the stolen limbs and Al's body. This anime is serious and emotional but still keeps a humor with the comedic and hot headed main character, Edward. This was the third anime I have watched and I love it so much. It is fantastic and I recommend it to everyone. It has a terrible and disturbing background plot that plays heavily into the main, slowly solving the unknown for the reader/watcher one chapter or episode at a time. The author, Hiromu Arakawa has an amazing strategy for giving each of her characters a certain distinguishable charisma that makes every watch and read enjoyable for the consumer. It was well worth my time and I highly recommend it.
Here are some honorable mentions!
-No Game No Life
-Sword Art Online
-Your Lie In April
-Neon Genesis Evangelion
-Food Wars
-Black Butler
Hope you enjoyed!
Sayonara!
-L
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Hatsune Miku and Vocaloid: My opinion
Vocaloid has taken the world by storm, including hologram concerts of our vocaloid friends and amazing songs we can listen to 10 hour loops of.
If you didn't already know, vocaloid is Japanese vocal songs performed/ "written" by fake or nonexisting characters. There are many artists that can perform in concert. Yes. People actually pay to see a hologram perform. You don't believe me, take a picture of this image that showcases her performance in Los Angeles, California.
So as you can see, Japan is already making money off it's stars, one of the most popular being the blue-haired Hatsune Miku. I personally LOVE Hatsune Miku and even has her as my usernames on most game services. It is fantastic! I love vocaloid because it is an incredible technology. As well as the looks of the characters and the songs that they sing. However, it may have some ethical issues, as services are paying for no one to perform if you look at this logically, it is still something I enjoy and I would definitely pay to see her in concert. However, there are a few who don't look at Vocaloid this way and instead find it something that is plaguing the music industry. Sure, it allows more money to be gained for there is no need to pay the artist. But, it is a risky development.
If you didn't already know, vocaloid is Japanese vocal songs performed/ "written" by fake or nonexisting characters. There are many artists that can perform in concert. Yes. People actually pay to see a hologram perform. You don't believe me, take a picture of this image that showcases her performance in Los Angeles, California.
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| Hatsune Miku's advertisement for her performance in Los Angeles |
As seen in both the Elders react to Hatsune Miku and Kids react to Hatsune Miku, which can be seen by clicking those two links down below:
https://youtu.be/egcfC7PCneQ: Kids React
https://youtu.be/egcfC7PCneQ: Kids React
The idea of having a nonexistent character seen is hardly as meaningful or enjoyable as seeing a real person sing a song, however, some also think that the advancement in technology is fascinating and innovative. In reality however, most people would rather see a real person perform. I agree, that a real person's voice is more genuine, but when listening to songs I really look at the lyrics rather than the voice, or the melody, having a vocaloid is no different than an actual artist in this aspect. However, I do like Hatsune Miku's voice because it is virtually perfect and made to sound perfect.
Sayonara!
-L
Monday, June 6, 2016
Boku No Pico Review
*Sexual Spoiler Tension*
I WATCHED BOKU NO PICO
MY INNOCENCE IS GONE (lol it was gone a long time ago)
Do I really have to review this?
Yes.
Because I must review every anime I watch.
Boku No Pico is a 3 episode long anime about a young boy who learns the meaning of life. Now for younger, innocent readers I will not go in depth but an older man, who is sexually attracted to Pico has...um.... how do I describe this without saying the word? He has fun with him...in bed....yeah let's say that. Pico then teaches his other friends the meaning of life...in bed.
Pico is a crossdresser and a young child and this really disturbs me, including the bare footage of certain scenes that makes me shiver in agony. It is very mature and is way worse than anyone makes it out to be. Very sexual, do not watch. Even if you are tempted don't.
And even on the logical side, there is no story line. I can't even remember half of the character's names and can only remember things I don't want to remember. I don't even know what happens to some of the characters, or the reason why they do things, they just do! I don't understand. If it had a storyline maybe I would've overlooked some aspects, but I cannot and refuse to ever watch it again.
Gomen'sai
Sayonara
-L
I WATCHED BOKU NO PICO
MY INNOCENCE IS GONE (lol it was gone a long time ago)
Do I really have to review this?
Yes.
Because I must review every anime I watch.
Boku No Pico is a 3 episode long anime about a young boy who learns the meaning of life. Now for younger, innocent readers I will not go in depth but an older man, who is sexually attracted to Pico has...um.... how do I describe this without saying the word? He has fun with him...in bed....yeah let's say that. Pico then teaches his other friends the meaning of life...in bed.
Pico is a crossdresser and a young child and this really disturbs me, including the bare footage of certain scenes that makes me shiver in agony. It is very mature and is way worse than anyone makes it out to be. Very sexual, do not watch. Even if you are tempted don't.
And even on the logical side, there is no story line. I can't even remember half of the character's names and can only remember things I don't want to remember. I don't even know what happens to some of the characters, or the reason why they do things, they just do! I don't understand. If it had a storyline maybe I would've overlooked some aspects, but I cannot and refuse to ever watch it again.
Gomen'sai
Sayonara
-L
My Top 10 favorite anime characters
Spoilers *duh*
Let's go!
10. England (Arthur Kirkland) : Hetalia
I loooovvvee England especially his Marakaite Chikyuu and how he fights with France all the time. And his eyebrow game is strong. Try to compete with that Erwin! I just love his personality and since I loved London and England all in the first place I couldn't help fall in love with this character. And America's spring cleaning, that episode really made me understand the deep relationship between England and America and I couldn't help but continue to fall in love. BUT I don't ship USA x England. Fruk all the way.
9. America (Alfred F. Jones) : Hetalia
I also love America. I really underestimated him until the spring cleaning episode(s). I just really fell in love with him after that and I will always really enjoy this character. As an American, I really loved being represented that way, because honestly it's true. We love our fatty foods and we use crazy measures to lose weight too. I also ship Rusame hard. It is seriously my OTP I love this ship so much and nothing can change that. Thanks a lot Tumblr.
8. Kaneki Ken (black haired...just for comprehension purposes! ^_^): Tokyo Ghoul
Why Tokyo Ghoul Root A! WHYYYY. I loved the little innocent, bookish, nerdy Kaneki. I had a crush on him for the entire first season. What really set in stone that I loved this aspect of Kaneki was how upset I was when Kaneki became a bad*ss white haired ghoul. NO! That is not how Kaneki works, he is human and I can't believe that the writers had this character accept this bad side. He never would have done this. I loved cinnamon roll, book nerd Kaneki. Also WTF Hide you can't just die!!!
7. Edward Elric: Fullmetal Alchemist
Sigh... oh sorry I was having a nosebleed. I had a crush on Edward FOREVER despite shipping Edx Winry. But despite all these complicated feelings I loved this character. He was such a unique character and I loved his hatred for being called short. I just found it adorable. And one aspect you got to see, was that Edward grew up and matured to be a wonderful person. I loved how he always stood by his brothers side and loved his family so much. OMG I just love this character.
6. Levi: Attack on Titan
I love Levi. Not just his looks however, but his incredibly sad story and tragic background. How both Farlan and Isabel were killed, how he lived a life of crime and trouble in the underground cities. How everything was taken from him. His friends, and his squad. But, I really do enjoy how he fights Titans and his nonchalant personality, because that's how I acted all through middle school. He is bad*ss skills and his story really allowed me to fall in love with this character.
5. Shiro: No game No life
Sigh, another slightly nonchalant character? What can I say? I love when people show no enthusiasm. I enjoy her subtle yet close to none innocence and how she reacts to new people she meets. I enjoy seeing her tactics anf hate of losing, because I hate to lose to. In fact, I loved this character so much I made my username on Agar.io blank for a while for the purpose of her being blank. Just so you all know, my new username is One Hell Of A Cell if you are interested in teaming with me(or eating me, or being eaten by me) in Agar.io. Oh speaking of a black butler reference...
4. Mey Rin: Black Butler
I love how amazing this character is because of all the complex aspects of her personality. She is clumsy but cares about Ciel and keeps the glasses that impair her vision because of her caring nature towards Ciel. I also enjoy her respect, slight fear, and crush on Sebastian. But, my favorite aspect of her is how truly amazing she is. Once those glasses come off, you know your situation is Sh*t. She can never miss a shot and is a truly dangerous woman, but in all the same keeps her quirky personality.
3. L: Deathnote
More little quirky people. Not only do I nosebleed at the site of him, but the fact at how original this character is made the viewing experience of this anime even more amazing than what it already was. His strategic skills are amazing and I absolutely was in awe when he was able to figure out so much about Kira after airing a small T.V. snippet. Not only that, but I can relate to his introvertedness and his love of everything sweet. Plus, he has an unintentional humor that allows you to smile and ease the tension of the anime. Rest in peace L, you never deserved to die.
2. Prussia: Hetalia
EINS ZWEI DREI VIER. Omg despite all the introverted characters on this list I can't help fall in love with this character mostly because I want to be like him. Outroverted and unafraid to speak his mind! He annoys all the countries by doing this, but still he is so awesome he honestly doesn't care. And his love for his brother makes me realize you can be a wonderful person despite being loud and obnoxious. And another thing! Most characters that are loud and obnoxious make me want to see past that layer of the character, but this aspect of Prussia enhances his character rather than downplay it. It was a dangerous choice for the character, but it paid off.
1. Hanji Zoe: Attack on Titan
I have a lot to say on this one, so hear me out. I've always wanted an anime character to be the true embodiment of me. I wanted someone i could truly relate to because I felt as no one else truly understood me. No one enjoyed anime like I did, or my nerdy quirkiness. Or my attraction to the animated characters, people found me weird and I did not feel like I had anyone to relate to when it came to my otaku-ness. Until I saw Hanji in Attack On Titan. She was nerdy, strange, but so AMAZING. She looked like me, acted like me, it's as if I had an animated sister. It was fantastic. I felt as if this was one person I could relate to. Her craziness and abnormality, yet her caring attitude. She freaking ran into a door at top speed and Petra had to open it for her, that is something I would probably do to! Since I did break the handle on our front door once. She is a person I will always relate to and that is why I fell in love with this character. She was me.
Arigato! Sayonara!
-L
Let's go!
10. England (Arthur Kirkland) : Hetalia
I loooovvvee England especially his Marakaite Chikyuu and how he fights with France all the time. And his eyebrow game is strong. Try to compete with that Erwin! I just love his personality and since I loved London and England all in the first place I couldn't help fall in love with this character. And America's spring cleaning, that episode really made me understand the deep relationship between England and America and I couldn't help but continue to fall in love. BUT I don't ship USA x England. Fruk all the way.
9. America (Alfred F. Jones) : Hetalia
I also love America. I really underestimated him until the spring cleaning episode(s). I just really fell in love with him after that and I will always really enjoy this character. As an American, I really loved being represented that way, because honestly it's true. We love our fatty foods and we use crazy measures to lose weight too. I also ship Rusame hard. It is seriously my OTP I love this ship so much and nothing can change that. Thanks a lot Tumblr.
8. Kaneki Ken (black haired...just for comprehension purposes! ^_^): Tokyo Ghoul
Why Tokyo Ghoul Root A! WHYYYY. I loved the little innocent, bookish, nerdy Kaneki. I had a crush on him for the entire first season. What really set in stone that I loved this aspect of Kaneki was how upset I was when Kaneki became a bad*ss white haired ghoul. NO! That is not how Kaneki works, he is human and I can't believe that the writers had this character accept this bad side. He never would have done this. I loved cinnamon roll, book nerd Kaneki. Also WTF Hide you can't just die!!!
7. Edward Elric: Fullmetal Alchemist
Sigh... oh sorry I was having a nosebleed. I had a crush on Edward FOREVER despite shipping Edx Winry. But despite all these complicated feelings I loved this character. He was such a unique character and I loved his hatred for being called short. I just found it adorable. And one aspect you got to see, was that Edward grew up and matured to be a wonderful person. I loved how he always stood by his brothers side and loved his family so much. OMG I just love this character.
6. Levi: Attack on Titan
I love Levi. Not just his looks however, but his incredibly sad story and tragic background. How both Farlan and Isabel were killed, how he lived a life of crime and trouble in the underground cities. How everything was taken from him. His friends, and his squad. But, I really do enjoy how he fights Titans and his nonchalant personality, because that's how I acted all through middle school. He is bad*ss skills and his story really allowed me to fall in love with this character.
5. Shiro: No game No life
Sigh, another slightly nonchalant character? What can I say? I love when people show no enthusiasm. I enjoy her subtle yet close to none innocence and how she reacts to new people she meets. I enjoy seeing her tactics anf hate of losing, because I hate to lose to. In fact, I loved this character so much I made my username on Agar.io blank for a while for the purpose of her being blank. Just so you all know, my new username is One Hell Of A Cell if you are interested in teaming with me(or eating me, or being eaten by me) in Agar.io. Oh speaking of a black butler reference...
4. Mey Rin: Black Butler
I love how amazing this character is because of all the complex aspects of her personality. She is clumsy but cares about Ciel and keeps the glasses that impair her vision because of her caring nature towards Ciel. I also enjoy her respect, slight fear, and crush on Sebastian. But, my favorite aspect of her is how truly amazing she is. Once those glasses come off, you know your situation is Sh*t. She can never miss a shot and is a truly dangerous woman, but in all the same keeps her quirky personality.
3. L: Deathnote
More little quirky people. Not only do I nosebleed at the site of him, but the fact at how original this character is made the viewing experience of this anime even more amazing than what it already was. His strategic skills are amazing and I absolutely was in awe when he was able to figure out so much about Kira after airing a small T.V. snippet. Not only that, but I can relate to his introvertedness and his love of everything sweet. Plus, he has an unintentional humor that allows you to smile and ease the tension of the anime. Rest in peace L, you never deserved to die.
2. Prussia: Hetalia
EINS ZWEI DREI VIER. Omg despite all the introverted characters on this list I can't help fall in love with this character mostly because I want to be like him. Outroverted and unafraid to speak his mind! He annoys all the countries by doing this, but still he is so awesome he honestly doesn't care. And his love for his brother makes me realize you can be a wonderful person despite being loud and obnoxious. And another thing! Most characters that are loud and obnoxious make me want to see past that layer of the character, but this aspect of Prussia enhances his character rather than downplay it. It was a dangerous choice for the character, but it paid off.
1. Hanji Zoe: Attack on Titan
I have a lot to say on this one, so hear me out. I've always wanted an anime character to be the true embodiment of me. I wanted someone i could truly relate to because I felt as no one else truly understood me. No one enjoyed anime like I did, or my nerdy quirkiness. Or my attraction to the animated characters, people found me weird and I did not feel like I had anyone to relate to when it came to my otaku-ness. Until I saw Hanji in Attack On Titan. She was nerdy, strange, but so AMAZING. She looked like me, acted like me, it's as if I had an animated sister. It was fantastic. I felt as if this was one person I could relate to. Her craziness and abnormality, yet her caring attitude. She freaking ran into a door at top speed and Petra had to open it for her, that is something I would probably do to! Since I did break the handle on our front door once. She is a person I will always relate to and that is why I fell in love with this character. She was me.
Arigato! Sayonara!
-L
I HAVE A SIDE BLOG
IN addition to maintaining this blog, I will now be posting to a gaming blog.
Are you interested?
Plz go ahead and check it out by clicking the link below!
http://thelifeofatruegamer.blogspot.com/
Are you interested?
Plz go ahead and check it out by clicking the link below!
http://thelifeofatruegamer.blogspot.com/
Sunday, June 5, 2016
WHY MUST YOU HATE SWORD ART ONLINE
Sigh.
So basically I was scrolling around the internet when I realized...
SAO GETS SO MUCH HATE.
To be honest I'm actually part of this hate and it is not the best anime, but this was one of the first anime I had ever watched so, it holds a special place in my heart. Sure the romance is a bit forced (in my opinion) and the story line is also a bit rushed as we move from floor 4 to 50 in two episodes and before we know it, it has been two years. But, if we look past all the logical flaws, we are comparing this to other anime as we go. Perhaps you are judging the action, and in return simply compare it to Attack on Titan, or look at the romance and immediately compare it to Ouran HighSchool Host Club. It will be worse than those two in your opinion .
That's it.
YOUR OPINION.
Not only in Sword Art Online, but with other anime as well. We are always judging it and comparing it to other anime. Here's a good example, Boku No Pico. This anime is sexual and disturbing and watching only 6 minutes of one episode did it for me, but I read the synopsis afterward to see if I was missing out on anything. But no. Some people may like it. I am not completely sure why but they just do.
The same applies to Sword Art Online.
Some people may really like it, I somewhat like it but it still holds a dear place in my heart that makes me sad when people criticize it.
You know what makes a good anime/manga/any content really?
The fact that you like it.
Sure I criticize things and that is OKAY because I still like it and that is all that matters.
Tokyo Ghoul gets hate but I love it and that's all that matters.
If you like an anime that is all that it takes to be considered a good anime.
Just needed to rant a bit, Gomen'sai.
Sayonara
-L
So basically I was scrolling around the internet when I realized...
SAO GETS SO MUCH HATE.
To be honest I'm actually part of this hate and it is not the best anime, but this was one of the first anime I had ever watched so, it holds a special place in my heart. Sure the romance is a bit forced (in my opinion) and the story line is also a bit rushed as we move from floor 4 to 50 in two episodes and before we know it, it has been two years. But, if we look past all the logical flaws, we are comparing this to other anime as we go. Perhaps you are judging the action, and in return simply compare it to Attack on Titan, or look at the romance and immediately compare it to Ouran HighSchool Host Club. It will be worse than those two in your opinion .
That's it.
YOUR OPINION.
Not only in Sword Art Online, but with other anime as well. We are always judging it and comparing it to other anime. Here's a good example, Boku No Pico. This anime is sexual and disturbing and watching only 6 minutes of one episode did it for me, but I read the synopsis afterward to see if I was missing out on anything. But no. Some people may like it. I am not completely sure why but they just do.
The same applies to Sword Art Online.
Some people may really like it, I somewhat like it but it still holds a dear place in my heart that makes me sad when people criticize it.
You know what makes a good anime/manga/any content really?
The fact that you like it.
Sure I criticize things and that is OKAY because I still like it and that is all that matters.
Tokyo Ghoul gets hate but I love it and that's all that matters.
If you like an anime that is all that it takes to be considered a good anime.
Just needed to rant a bit, Gomen'sai.
Sayonara
-L
Thursday, June 2, 2016
What's up people
First of all...
HI!
Second of all..
We seriously need to talk about this opening.
It has been a while since I have finished Deathnote, but...I have a hidden grudge against it's second opening. I'm not saying it's bad, not at all, it's unique definitely.
OKAY I JUST DON'T LIKE IT.
Let us start with the first opening and how much I like it. I loved this opening because it really captured what the anime was about, especially the animation. The intense rivalry with Light and L, Misa's somewhat of dependence on Light. APPLES. Then you get to the second opening. Lots of color first of all, and then we get a whole bunch of shaking, angry little Light faces. I laughed, I had no idea if this was being serious or not. But no, this was the actual opening. I even looked it up on youtube, but no, all of this was just...
What's up people?
Apparently a lot considering the opening.
Sure I do like the song (it's okay but I really hate the cursing part because I just hate cursing *sorry*) but the animation made it seem like a joke, as if this very serious, intense anime was just a big joke and we were the punchline or something like that. It does capture some aspects of the anime well, such as all the new characters. But, Misa especially, some characters seemed limited in the anime as if the creators themselves were stereotyping their own creations!
Maybe this is true...
But it is probably just me hating the opening.
Sorry if you like this opening.
I will say this for those of you who like this opening...
It could've been worse.
Gomen'nasai and Sayonara
-L
HI!
Second of all..
We seriously need to talk about this opening.
It has been a while since I have finished Deathnote, but...I have a hidden grudge against it's second opening. I'm not saying it's bad, not at all, it's unique definitely.
OKAY I JUST DON'T LIKE IT.
Let us start with the first opening and how much I like it. I loved this opening because it really captured what the anime was about, especially the animation. The intense rivalry with Light and L, Misa's somewhat of dependence on Light. APPLES. Then you get to the second opening. Lots of color first of all, and then we get a whole bunch of shaking, angry little Light faces. I laughed, I had no idea if this was being serious or not. But no, this was the actual opening. I even looked it up on youtube, but no, all of this was just...
What's up people?
Apparently a lot considering the opening.
Sure I do like the song (it's okay but I really hate the cursing part because I just hate cursing *sorry*) but the animation made it seem like a joke, as if this very serious, intense anime was just a big joke and we were the punchline or something like that. It does capture some aspects of the anime well, such as all the new characters. But, Misa especially, some characters seemed limited in the anime as if the creators themselves were stereotyping their own creations!
Maybe this is true...
But it is probably just me hating the opening.
Sorry if you like this opening.
I will say this for those of you who like this opening...
It could've been worse.
Gomen'nasai and Sayonara
-L
Ani-May is over, but this blog isn't!
I started this blog in the heat of the otaku season...
ANI-MAY
An entire month dedicated to manga and anime? It was truly the best month of my life! So, why not create a blog to show my love of Ani-May? Oh yeah! Now, this blog was planning to end at the end of May because I have a busy schedule, and this blog may not be able to fit into my schedule. BUT seeing that I had some international support from countries like Germany (doitsu! doitsu!), the USA, and Sweden...wow! I'm just an introverted teen obsessed with anime and getting to be known internationally!? WOW.
I want to thank you all for giving me so much support and now, because of you guys...this blog is not over! We must all unite together! Plus, a group named $WAG and other internet groups are planning to ban a whole bunch of fandom related content off of social networks such as Tumblr, Blogger, Pinterest, etc. I'm going to write more! I'm going to keep this blog going for as long as I can! Even into college perhaps!
Thank you all, and sorry it was a bit short, but I was working on my No Game No Life review and I'm kind of exhausted, but whatever, as long as I have my anime playlist going, and you guys I think I can stay up all night (lol no).
Thanks! And sorry this was super cheesy but I truly am grateful!
ARIGATO AND SAYONARA
(omg What's up people came on my playlist from Deathnote after listening to Rain from Fullmetal Alchemist, I almost fell of my chair)
Anywhooo
Arigato...Sayonara!
-L
ANI-MAY
An entire month dedicated to manga and anime? It was truly the best month of my life! So, why not create a blog to show my love of Ani-May? Oh yeah! Now, this blog was planning to end at the end of May because I have a busy schedule, and this blog may not be able to fit into my schedule. BUT seeing that I had some international support from countries like Germany (doitsu! doitsu!), the USA, and Sweden...wow! I'm just an introverted teen obsessed with anime and getting to be known internationally!? WOW.
I want to thank you all for giving me so much support and now, because of you guys...this blog is not over! We must all unite together! Plus, a group named $WAG and other internet groups are planning to ban a whole bunch of fandom related content off of social networks such as Tumblr, Blogger, Pinterest, etc. I'm going to write more! I'm going to keep this blog going for as long as I can! Even into college perhaps!
Thank you all, and sorry it was a bit short, but I was working on my No Game No Life review and I'm kind of exhausted, but whatever, as long as I have my anime playlist going, and you guys I think I can stay up all night (lol no).
Thanks! And sorry this was super cheesy but I truly am grateful!
ARIGATO AND SAYONARA
(omg What's up people came on my playlist from Deathnote after listening to Rain from Fullmetal Alchemist, I almost fell of my chair)
Anywhooo
Arigato...Sayonara!
-L
No game no Life review
Somwhat Spoiler-ish
OMG.
Okay so at first I really underestimate this anime. I didn't even consider giving this a chance until I watched top 200 anime openings and really enjoyed the opening. So, is this anime good or not? It depends.
This anime has a strategic aspect to it that may be hard to follow due to the character's brilliant mind, as well as a comedic aspect that is somewhat uncomfortable at times to watch or seemingly very forced. However, the story line is mesmerizing and the game play that is seen in this anime is absolutely breathaking and really captures your attention and is definitely a part of the anime that I thoroughly enjoyed.Sure, it may not take itself so seriously but it does it in a way that entertains the watcher. Also it is super intense and yet funny at the same time which is something some animes can do a very poor job of executing.
At twelve episodes the anime follows two NEET siblings, Sora and Shiro who are transported to the magical world of games by the kawaii god Tet who means business (kind of) they want to rule the new world and ultimately defeat Tet! So, the gaming geeks dominate the world one game at a time with help from the not-as-idiotic-as-she-seems Steph and other friends whose names are unknown because if they were this would have official spoilers!
The anime can capture many crowds, and although it leaves you wanting to know what really happens and a more proper ending that can really close off the series by the end of the twelfth episode, it really is a treat and I thoroughly enjoyed it! If you like Deathnote, Fullmetal Alchemist, and other strategic animes I ask that you watch it despite the sometimes atrocious humor. However, sometimes the humor is a good breather.
Sayonara!
-L
OMG.
Okay so at first I really underestimate this anime. I didn't even consider giving this a chance until I watched top 200 anime openings and really enjoyed the opening. So, is this anime good or not? It depends.
This anime has a strategic aspect to it that may be hard to follow due to the character's brilliant mind, as well as a comedic aspect that is somewhat uncomfortable at times to watch or seemingly very forced. However, the story line is mesmerizing and the game play that is seen in this anime is absolutely breathaking and really captures your attention and is definitely a part of the anime that I thoroughly enjoyed.Sure, it may not take itself so seriously but it does it in a way that entertains the watcher. Also it is super intense and yet funny at the same time which is something some animes can do a very poor job of executing.
At twelve episodes the anime follows two NEET siblings, Sora and Shiro who are transported to the magical world of games by the kawaii god Tet who means business (kind of) they want to rule the new world and ultimately defeat Tet! So, the gaming geeks dominate the world one game at a time with help from the not-as-idiotic-as-she-seems Steph and other friends whose names are unknown because if they were this would have official spoilers!
The anime can capture many crowds, and although it leaves you wanting to know what really happens and a more proper ending that can really close off the series by the end of the twelfth episode, it really is a treat and I thoroughly enjoyed it! If you like Deathnote, Fullmetal Alchemist, and other strategic animes I ask that you watch it despite the sometimes atrocious humor. However, sometimes the humor is a good breather.
Sayonara!
-L
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
WHAT DO YOU OTAKUS WANT?
lately I've been at a loss of ideas for blogposts so I'm asking you to do me a HUUUUUUGGGGEEE favor. Please fill out the Google form and that will really help me manage this blog. Arigato!
Le form
Le form
Sunday, May 29, 2016
Manga vs. Anime
Hmmmmm
I have a lot to say on this one.
Recently I started watching the anime Attack on Titan, and I couldn't wait for the second season I started reading the manga and I am already on issue 12 of the manga and I've only been reading it for two days. This allowed me to really see the difference between the anime and the manga. One thing I've noticed, especially in the Attack on Titan/Shingeki No Kyojin anime is that it narrowed down some of the heavy violence and blood and gore in that was seen in the manga. And we all know as AoT viewers that the anime is pretty violent and it is pretty subtle when viewing but there is a ton of blood seen in a certain scenes. Like when people are eaten and stuff.
However, in the manga the violence is always seen, and it is something we cannot take our eyes off of and this adds to my experience as a reader to know how terrifying the titans really are and how it allows us to connect with the characters a bit more in the manga rather than the anime in my opinion, which allows me to favor the manga a bit more than the anime. However, I adore both of the content.
This made me realize, for a first time otaku, what truly is better to start off with? Anime or manga? I personally think that you should start out with the anime. Before you start arguing in the comments (which would be my first official comment so that would be a bad first comment) hear me out. An anime allows the watcher to truly immerse themselves, and the manga can allow you to deeper experience and allows you to feel even more after you watch the anime. I feel like reading the manga after the anime allows this effect to be completely at its advanced effect. It allows you to understand the feelings the characters had in the anime at a far more deep perspective than in the anime and I enjoy this because it helps me comprehend scenes in the anime at a further extent because you read the manga.
However, when it really comes down to it, I really enjoy the manga a bit more than I do the anime. I love viewing the authors original art and plot that was expressed and how it develops in the manga and love seeing it transform into the anime. But, I also enjoy how it does not hide the author's original intention of the story like the anime does by eliminating some scenes for the viewers due to running time or other purposes such as violence in Attack On Titan or censoring like in Tokyo Ghoul. Therefore, I enjoy the manga more.
Arigato and Sayonora!
-L
I have a lot to say on this one.
Recently I started watching the anime Attack on Titan, and I couldn't wait for the second season I started reading the manga and I am already on issue 12 of the manga and I've only been reading it for two days. This allowed me to really see the difference between the anime and the manga. One thing I've noticed, especially in the Attack on Titan/Shingeki No Kyojin anime is that it narrowed down some of the heavy violence and blood and gore in that was seen in the manga. And we all know as AoT viewers that the anime is pretty violent and it is pretty subtle when viewing but there is a ton of blood seen in a certain scenes. Like when people are eaten and stuff.
However, in the manga the violence is always seen, and it is something we cannot take our eyes off of and this adds to my experience as a reader to know how terrifying the titans really are and how it allows us to connect with the characters a bit more in the manga rather than the anime in my opinion, which allows me to favor the manga a bit more than the anime. However, I adore both of the content.
This made me realize, for a first time otaku, what truly is better to start off with? Anime or manga? I personally think that you should start out with the anime. Before you start arguing in the comments (which would be my first official comment so that would be a bad first comment) hear me out. An anime allows the watcher to truly immerse themselves, and the manga can allow you to deeper experience and allows you to feel even more after you watch the anime. I feel like reading the manga after the anime allows this effect to be completely at its advanced effect. It allows you to understand the feelings the characters had in the anime at a far more deep perspective than in the anime and I enjoy this because it helps me comprehend scenes in the anime at a further extent because you read the manga.
However, when it really comes down to it, I really enjoy the manga a bit more than I do the anime. I love viewing the authors original art and plot that was expressed and how it develops in the manga and love seeing it transform into the anime. But, I also enjoy how it does not hide the author's original intention of the story like the anime does by eliminating some scenes for the viewers due to running time or other purposes such as violence in Attack On Titan or censoring like in Tokyo Ghoul. Therefore, I enjoy the manga more.
Arigato and Sayonora!
-L
Saturday, May 28, 2016
Best Anime Streaming websites
Here are my streaming websites that I use to watch anime, so lets GO!
-Cartoons For Kids.
One piece of advice, don't let the title fool you. Not all anime on this website is for kids. *cough cough* TOKYO GHOUL *cough cough* Otherwise, it has amazing, free HD streaming and is in both the English dubs as well as the English subs which can really appeal to many fans! PLUS the selection for anime is awesome as well as very large allowing us to binge watch all the anime I want. Oh, and did I mention it was free!?
-Netflix
We all knew this was going to be on the list. However, the small payment of 7.99 (I think? IDK) is worth it for the large selection of anime that is HD and has no commercials. However, it can lack a second season or the end part of an anime, for example, part 5 of FullMetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is not in the website which sucks. This is where I was introduced to Cartoons for Kids.
-CrunchyRoll
It does require a membership and such but this site means business as there is over 1000+ animes to watch and browse and has NO COMMERCIALS. Sure, it may be costly, but it is designed for an otaku specifically and is necessary to at least try out if you want to watch high quality anime. Also, you can watch it without an account for free but there are soooo mannyyyyyyy adddddddssssss
-YouTube
Yeah, heh. If you can't get access to any other streaming websites this is your best bet. So.... you can find a lot of the popular animes here but there will be episodes that are missing, or you can't have access to due to the fact that the Japanese company called PonyCanyon is not available in the U.S to my knowledge :,(. Overall, it works but isn't the best.
Arigato, and Sayonara
-L
-Cartoons For Kids.
One piece of advice, don't let the title fool you. Not all anime on this website is for kids. *cough cough* TOKYO GHOUL *cough cough* Otherwise, it has amazing, free HD streaming and is in both the English dubs as well as the English subs which can really appeal to many fans! PLUS the selection for anime is awesome as well as very large allowing us to binge watch all the anime I want. Oh, and did I mention it was free!?
-Netflix
We all knew this was going to be on the list. However, the small payment of 7.99 (I think? IDK) is worth it for the large selection of anime that is HD and has no commercials. However, it can lack a second season or the end part of an anime, for example, part 5 of FullMetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is not in the website which sucks. This is where I was introduced to Cartoons for Kids.
-CrunchyRoll
It does require a membership and such but this site means business as there is over 1000+ animes to watch and browse and has NO COMMERCIALS. Sure, it may be costly, but it is designed for an otaku specifically and is necessary to at least try out if you want to watch high quality anime. Also, you can watch it without an account for free but there are soooo mannyyyyyyy adddddddssssss
-YouTube
Yeah, heh. If you can't get access to any other streaming websites this is your best bet. So.... you can find a lot of the popular animes here but there will be episodes that are missing, or you can't have access to due to the fact that the Japanese company called PonyCanyon is not available in the U.S to my knowledge :,(. Overall, it works but isn't the best.
Arigato, and Sayonara
-L
Summer is so KAWAII
Summer.
Ah, the time of 13 hour netflix days and endless tumblr browsing. Oh yeah, and ANIME FEELS. As summer comes we are all ready to the freedom of staying up 3 days in a row watching anime, or in my case, staying up until 4 and waking up at 6 because I'm not that hardcore.
So as summer comes upon us, we are all ready for those animes we have just been dying to watch but never had time to because of the finals and homework and other school torture. So, here is a list of animes I plan to watch over the summer as well as mangas.
1. FINISH TOKYO GHOUL
I have ten episodes left and considering I watched the entire first 14 episodes in a matter of less than 24 hours, finishing this will be a breeze. We all got this, plus I need to see who else dies, hopefully not Hide, he is like Kaneki's only friend who is a human , so...
2. Black Butler
I hear all good things about this anime and I just can't wait to watch this. Plus, pictures of Sebastian floating around the internet intrigued me, because, you have to admit, he is so HOT. Plus my Otaku friends keep begging me to watch it as I missing out if I don't. If it's that good, I might as well not miss out.
3. No Game, No Life
An anime that captures the intensity of Death Note and a humor that I can't ignore, God how can I miss this? It seems amazing due to it's opening, plus I am a gamer and love playing games, so might as well watch an anime about gamers who don't socialize, like me.
4.SOUL EATER
I have been wanting to watch this for ages and it's opening is so intriguing, I can't miss out on this. Plus the story line seems very dark and serious, despite the way it is playfully animated in the opening. After all the anime school is run by the grim reaper.
5. Ouran High School Host Club
You know, that really popular teen romance story. Ah, so many ships will come alive and I have to watch this, after all I also like humor in my anime.
6.Blue Exorcist
A school about ridding demons? I'm IN! Sure it may a bit dark and such but there are demons! That's literally all I need to know about this. Nothing but those demons. (sigh)
7.Fairy Tail
I keep hearing such good things about this anime, so why not try it out? It seems pretty good, plus when I look up images, some of those characters are smoking because they are so hot. I have such good taste in anime characters.
Well that's all for now.
OH AND AWESOME NEWS.
If you are one of the people who have already contributed to 215 page views? That is awesome, I'm just a high school girl who has no idea how to formally write! So thanks for that! Also, because of finals I will be able to use all my new time to secretly and formally write more reviews! Which is awesome, like a certain Prussia I know *wink wink*
So, yeah! Just for that here is a free website for you to stream anime, there are some ads but that is okay because we are all patient otakus! CLICK FOR AMAZING FREE ANIME SITE
Sayonara and Arigato!
-L
Ah, the time of 13 hour netflix days and endless tumblr browsing. Oh yeah, and ANIME FEELS. As summer comes we are all ready to the freedom of staying up 3 days in a row watching anime, or in my case, staying up until 4 and waking up at 6 because I'm not that hardcore.
So as summer comes upon us, we are all ready for those animes we have just been dying to watch but never had time to because of the finals and homework and other school torture. So, here is a list of animes I plan to watch over the summer as well as mangas.
1. FINISH TOKYO GHOUL
I have ten episodes left and considering I watched the entire first 14 episodes in a matter of less than 24 hours, finishing this will be a breeze. We all got this, plus I need to see who else dies, hopefully not Hide, he is like Kaneki's only friend who is a human , so...
2. Black Butler
I hear all good things about this anime and I just can't wait to watch this. Plus, pictures of Sebastian floating around the internet intrigued me, because, you have to admit, he is so HOT. Plus my Otaku friends keep begging me to watch it as I missing out if I don't. If it's that good, I might as well not miss out.
3. No Game, No Life
An anime that captures the intensity of Death Note and a humor that I can't ignore, God how can I miss this? It seems amazing due to it's opening, plus I am a gamer and love playing games, so might as well watch an anime about gamers who don't socialize, like me.
4.SOUL EATER
I have been wanting to watch this for ages and it's opening is so intriguing, I can't miss out on this. Plus the story line seems very dark and serious, despite the way it is playfully animated in the opening. After all the anime school is run by the grim reaper.
5. Ouran High School Host Club
You know, that really popular teen romance story. Ah, so many ships will come alive and I have to watch this, after all I also like humor in my anime.
6.Blue Exorcist
A school about ridding demons? I'm IN! Sure it may a bit dark and such but there are demons! That's literally all I need to know about this. Nothing but those demons. (sigh)
7.Fairy Tail
I keep hearing such good things about this anime, so why not try it out? It seems pretty good, plus when I look up images, some of those characters are smoking because they are so hot. I have such good taste in anime characters.
Well that's all for now.
OH AND AWESOME NEWS.
If you are one of the people who have already contributed to 215 page views? That is awesome, I'm just a high school girl who has no idea how to formally write! So thanks for that! Also, because of finals I will be able to use all my new time to secretly and formally write more reviews! Which is awesome, like a certain Prussia I know *wink wink*
So, yeah! Just for that here is a free website for you to stream anime, there are some ads but that is okay because we are all patient otakus! CLICK FOR AMAZING FREE ANIME SITE
Sayonara and Arigato!
-L
Sunday, May 22, 2016
THE DAY IN THE LIFE OF ME THE OTAKU
Somewhat Spoiler-ish...???
1st period: Reading
I start out simple, I bring my manga to class and read it in place of a book, people say I'm always reading backwards, lol. I sit next to fellow Otakus so we talk about Hetalia and Attack On Titan, good times to start off a feels day.
2nd period: Writing
Pretend to write like Yagami, Light but end up hitting someone in the face. I also try to make a Death Note out of notebook paper and yet it always seems to end in the trash for some odd reason. Dumb non-otakus.
3rd period: Art
I copy Levi's mad drawing skills and draw blob Erens everywhere and people have no idea what I'm doing.
4th period: Lunch
Take a potato chip and eat it.
5th Period: Science
Pretend I'm doing alchemy during an essay and draw transmutation circles all over the place and clap my hands together and slam them on the table startling the whole group.
6th period: Math (bleh)
Sitting next to Otakus again. LOTS of Attack On Titan. Then we start singing the theme song and non-otaku group member is disturbed.
7th period: History
HETALIA. I then get sad because I remember Prussia is not a country and Germany and Italy and Japan were the "bad guys" and get sad and then I remember poor Holy Roman Empire. Then I hum Marukaite Chikyuu and fool sitting next to me tells me to be quiet during lecture.
8th period: Robotics
AUTOMAIL!!!
I'm actually listening to all the versions of Marukaite Chikyuu right now.
Sayonara!
1st period: Reading
I start out simple, I bring my manga to class and read it in place of a book, people say I'm always reading backwards, lol. I sit next to fellow Otakus so we talk about Hetalia and Attack On Titan, good times to start off a feels day.
2nd period: Writing
Pretend to write like Yagami, Light but end up hitting someone in the face. I also try to make a Death Note out of notebook paper and yet it always seems to end in the trash for some odd reason. Dumb non-otakus.
3rd period: Art
I copy Levi's mad drawing skills and draw blob Erens everywhere and people have no idea what I'm doing.
4th period: Lunch
Take a potato chip and eat it.
5th Period: Science
Pretend I'm doing alchemy during an essay and draw transmutation circles all over the place and clap my hands together and slam them on the table startling the whole group.
6th period: Math (bleh)
Sitting next to Otakus again. LOTS of Attack On Titan. Then we start singing the theme song and non-otaku group member is disturbed.
7th period: History
HETALIA. I then get sad because I remember Prussia is not a country and Germany and Italy and Japan were the "bad guys" and get sad and then I remember poor Holy Roman Empire. Then I hum Marukaite Chikyuu and fool sitting next to me tells me to be quiet during lecture.
8th period: Robotics
AUTOMAIL!!!
I'm actually listening to all the versions of Marukaite Chikyuu right now.
Sayonara!
FICTIOPHILIA AND SCHEDIAPHILIA
Okay, everyone I have a disease.
I never thought that this was considered weird or irrational, but is a severe mental condition apparently.
Sigh.
I am attracted to fictional characters and animated characters and these can specified as the disease fictiophilia and schediaphilia. Fictiophilia is the condition in which one is attracted to a fictional character. These can include characters from books, movies, comics, and other content and is easily able to develop especially in young teen girls and boys. Schediaphilia is almost the exact same except exclusive to characters who are animated.
Okay, how can you not be attracted to anime characters? The literally animate them to perfection and they have no flaws. I mean how can you not be attracted to Levi? HE IS PERFECT. What I think is strange is that they clarified this as a condition. I never used to feel bad about this despite my friends thinking it's a bit strange. However, I have some who definitely have this "disease" as well. But the fact that it is clarified as a condition or a disease makes me even more self conscious then I already was.
People at my school have no idea of the condition, but I do and all it matters is that I know I have a condition. Now one thing I cannot really help is considered a disease and this really brings down my self confidence. I mean it was always considered a bit weird to day dream a life with your future anime husband in math then they ask you what 1000-7 is and all you can think of is Kaneki Ken, but now I may even qualify to need mental help which really peeves me off because I am sane no matter what the disease says.
Sorry, I just had to vent for a bit.
Sayonara
I never thought that this was considered weird or irrational, but is a severe mental condition apparently.
Sigh.
I am attracted to fictional characters and animated characters and these can specified as the disease fictiophilia and schediaphilia. Fictiophilia is the condition in which one is attracted to a fictional character. These can include characters from books, movies, comics, and other content and is easily able to develop especially in young teen girls and boys. Schediaphilia is almost the exact same except exclusive to characters who are animated.
Okay, how can you not be attracted to anime characters? The literally animate them to perfection and they have no flaws. I mean how can you not be attracted to Levi? HE IS PERFECT. What I think is strange is that they clarified this as a condition. I never used to feel bad about this despite my friends thinking it's a bit strange. However, I have some who definitely have this "disease" as well. But the fact that it is clarified as a condition or a disease makes me even more self conscious then I already was.
People at my school have no idea of the condition, but I do and all it matters is that I know I have a condition. Now one thing I cannot really help is considered a disease and this really brings down my self confidence. I mean it was always considered a bit weird to day dream a life with your future anime husband in math then they ask you what 1000-7 is and all you can think of is Kaneki Ken, but now I may even qualify to need mental help which really peeves me off because I am sane no matter what the disease says.
Sorry, I just had to vent for a bit.
Sayonara
Ani-May: What does it take to have a good OC?
MY OPINIONS
If you don't already know, Ocs are Original Characters made in an already existing fictional world. For example, putting your own character as a titan shifter in the Attack On Titan universe. So, what does it take to have a good OC? And a bad one? Let's find out.
First of all let's talk about Mary Sues or Gary Stews. These have a very broad range of OC's that can fit in this category. These OC's can go 2 ways. One is being the main antagonist and having superiority over all the characters with powers and such and is seemingly perfect in any aspect. These OC's can also have a very tragic backstory (the classic parents are dead) and are an outcast from society. Now, you can take a few tests to see if your OC is a Mary Sue or Gary Stew right here! Mary Sue test!\
Now, if your character is seemingly normal that is okay! But don't be afraid to go a little crazy as long as there is good reasoning for the way your character acts. Now, to be clear you also don't want to just have a recolor or a copy. A recolor is taking an already existing character and adding it's attributes to your OC and is identical to the character in every way despite the new color design or name. It is very important that you address this because the character has to be ORIGINAL as stated in the name.
Your OC wants to have an original backstory that is fairly normal and acts fairly normal according to the fandom and already existing content. For example, it is kind of unavoidable to have your OC be a ghoul in Tokyo Ghoul and not have a taste for humans, that would just be lazy and irrational.
Hopefully these tips helped you out somewhat!
Sayonara!
If you don't already know, Ocs are Original Characters made in an already existing fictional world. For example, putting your own character as a titan shifter in the Attack On Titan universe. So, what does it take to have a good OC? And a bad one? Let's find out.
First of all let's talk about Mary Sues or Gary Stews. These have a very broad range of OC's that can fit in this category. These OC's can go 2 ways. One is being the main antagonist and having superiority over all the characters with powers and such and is seemingly perfect in any aspect. These OC's can also have a very tragic backstory (the classic parents are dead) and are an outcast from society. Now, you can take a few tests to see if your OC is a Mary Sue or Gary Stew right here! Mary Sue test!\
Now, if your character is seemingly normal that is okay! But don't be afraid to go a little crazy as long as there is good reasoning for the way your character acts. Now, to be clear you also don't want to just have a recolor or a copy. A recolor is taking an already existing character and adding it's attributes to your OC and is identical to the character in every way despite the new color design or name. It is very important that you address this because the character has to be ORIGINAL as stated in the name.
Your OC wants to have an original backstory that is fairly normal and acts fairly normal according to the fandom and already existing content. For example, it is kind of unavoidable to have your OC be a ghoul in Tokyo Ghoul and not have a taste for humans, that would just be lazy and irrational.
Hopefully these tips helped you out somewhat!
Sayonara!
Friday, May 20, 2016
NO
Major spoilers for episode 6 of season 1 of Tokyo Ghoul
No....
So...I just watched episode 6 of Tokyo Ghoul...
WHY UGH I HATE THEM ALL THE DOVES. KILLING HER FATHER, HINAMI'S FATHER LITERALLY HELD HER PICTURE WHILE HE DIED. AND THEN HER MOTHER DIED TOO AND NOW HINAMI'S WHOLE FAMILY IS DEAD BECAUSE OF THE DOVES.
Nothing pains me more to see a mother-daughter love in an anime because 99% of the time the mother will die. And, I really love Hinami, she reminds me of when I was younger and I loved drawing and books, and I still do. But then...the doves just have to kill them all. No mercy. Only blood on the floor. I am done with life it is too late for the feels attack I just had.
Wait a minute...Hamani's mom...Eren's mom...they had the same hairsytle, SO DID TRISHA ELRIC. It's the FREAKING HAIRSTYLE OF DEATH OMGGGG.
Just needed to get that off my chest, sorry for wasting your time with a short little look into my everyday life.
Sayonara
No....
So...I just watched episode 6 of Tokyo Ghoul...
WHY UGH I HATE THEM ALL THE DOVES. KILLING HER FATHER, HINAMI'S FATHER LITERALLY HELD HER PICTURE WHILE HE DIED. AND THEN HER MOTHER DIED TOO AND NOW HINAMI'S WHOLE FAMILY IS DEAD BECAUSE OF THE DOVES.
Nothing pains me more to see a mother-daughter love in an anime because 99% of the time the mother will die. And, I really love Hinami, she reminds me of when I was younger and I loved drawing and books, and I still do. But then...the doves just have to kill them all. No mercy. Only blood on the floor. I am done with life it is too late for the feels attack I just had.
Wait a minute...Hamani's mom...Eren's mom...they had the same hairsytle, SO DID TRISHA ELRIC. It's the FREAKING HAIRSTYLE OF DEATH OMGGGG.
Just needed to get that off my chest, sorry for wasting your time with a short little look into my everyday life.
Sayonara
Ani-May review: Tokyo Ghoul
THESE ARE MY PERSONAL OPINIONS
Basically, while browsing the old friend Tumblr, I had saw a post on something called Tokyo Ghoul. I also remembered Dan Howell mentioning something about this in his anime recommendations video which can be seen here: https://youtu.be/8XmiwsiKnJQ. As stated in the video it is very amazing yet bloody and gory.
I had tried to watch this anime in previous months, even before I watched Attack On Titan and immediately the gore and cannibalism was shown and I was very disturbed so I stopped watching it. If you didn't already know, Tokyo Ghoul is about human-like creatures called ghouls who are basically just have one difference which is their need for human flesh. Episode one can be viewed here for free: http://www.cartoonforkids.net/tokyo-ghoul-season-1-episode-1-english-subbed/
So, as said before it is very very very violent and even though I am disturbed, I don't like to see censored versions due to the fact something crucial may be revealed and I can't see it. So, I watched it and now I am falling in love with the series and emotion and have already drew fan art of the main character Kaneki Ken. If you look past the blood and gore and human limbs all over the place, it is an intense and amazing story line that I recommend to anyone, as long as you just can handle the gore and blood and other violent scenes. This anime is VERY violent and not kid friendly, but if you can handle it, go for it!
Sorry for not posting for a while!
Sayonara!
Basically, while browsing the old friend Tumblr, I had saw a post on something called Tokyo Ghoul. I also remembered Dan Howell mentioning something about this in his anime recommendations video which can be seen here: https://youtu.be/8XmiwsiKnJQ. As stated in the video it is very amazing yet bloody and gory.
I had tried to watch this anime in previous months, even before I watched Attack On Titan and immediately the gore and cannibalism was shown and I was very disturbed so I stopped watching it. If you didn't already know, Tokyo Ghoul is about human-like creatures called ghouls who are basically just have one difference which is their need for human flesh. Episode one can be viewed here for free: http://www.cartoonforkids.net/tokyo-ghoul-season-1-episode-1-english-subbed/
So, as said before it is very very very violent and even though I am disturbed, I don't like to see censored versions due to the fact something crucial may be revealed and I can't see it. So, I watched it and now I am falling in love with the series and emotion and have already drew fan art of the main character Kaneki Ken. If you look past the blood and gore and human limbs all over the place, it is an intense and amazing story line that I recommend to anyone, as long as you just can handle the gore and blood and other violent scenes. This anime is VERY violent and not kid friendly, but if you can handle it, go for it!
Sorry for not posting for a while!
Sayonara!
Monday, May 16, 2016
Ani-May: How to draw Anime, a written explanation
THIS IS MY ADVICE, NOT A PROFESSIONALS, DEAL WITH IT
When I was drawing anime, tutorials that mostly made me follow along while drawing specifically or using visuals just really didn't help me at all. I couldn't make my hands move the way that the artist's did and I got really annoyed and almost quit. Then I realized that I couldn't quit, I just had to learn in my own way, which was a longer, and more unique process. For those of you who felt the same frustration as me, here is a quick little tutorial to help you guys out!
Step 1. Get familiar with different styles of anime.
Anime is not just one style, it is in fact one style with many variations. Therefore, you are allowed a creative freedom to draw the type of anime you really feel comfortable with. For example, you will notice the different styles if you watch DeathNote, Attack on Titan, and Fullmetal Alchemist immediately. The facial proportions are all different due to the way the eyes are drawn. So, in order to start drawing, simply get yourself familiar with the different styles.
Step 2. Start developing a template.
In order to draw several different people you may want to have a template that you use throughout the beginning stages of your anime drawing. You can look up templates or just make your own. They can have guidelines, or not. I highly recommend having guidelines as a beginning anime artist just to get familiar with the facial proportions and where everything is placed.
Step 3. Eyes.
Eyes are the main judge of how the facial proportions are in relation with each other. The eyes are also the most important part of an anime facial structure. If you're going realistic, start with an almond shape and look at photos for reference. If you're going for the more classic cartoony style you will want to draw a large almond shaped eye, much larger than a realistic look and go lightly or erase the area where the eye connects to each other in the inner corner, look at photos for reference!
Step 4. Familiarity with other facial features.
The other facial features are mostly just simple lines, for example a mouth can be a slightly curved line that isn't connected at the middle and a nose can simply look like this: >. There isn't much advice I can give about these so go for it! Look at pictures for references and such.
Step 5. Hair.
Hair is generally very textured or very flat in anime, it just depends on the character. There is also no in between so... Basically you want to start with basic lines sprouting from the forehead of the character and into the space around the face, curving and spiking it as you go. Make sure it is reasonable for a hairstyle. Once you texture the inner hair very lightly you will be able to leave it simple or have many details, whatever is most comfortable with you.
Step 6. Clothing.
Because of your template you should already have body proportions. Now, clothing is the most difficult part of anime drawing as it is very intricate and exact, I recommend looking at pictures of anime clothing, or maybe even take pictures of your clothes and see how the fold on the body. If anything, at subtle creases where the arm hits the main torso and the armpit area. Also add some at the waist and beginning of the pants. As well as near the knees and elbows. This is as simple as you can get with anime. Just make sure the folds look natural and not too neat.
There you go! A written explanation of how to draw anime. I hope it helped! For now,
Sayonara!
When I was drawing anime, tutorials that mostly made me follow along while drawing specifically or using visuals just really didn't help me at all. I couldn't make my hands move the way that the artist's did and I got really annoyed and almost quit. Then I realized that I couldn't quit, I just had to learn in my own way, which was a longer, and more unique process. For those of you who felt the same frustration as me, here is a quick little tutorial to help you guys out!
Step 1. Get familiar with different styles of anime.
Anime is not just one style, it is in fact one style with many variations. Therefore, you are allowed a creative freedom to draw the type of anime you really feel comfortable with. For example, you will notice the different styles if you watch DeathNote, Attack on Titan, and Fullmetal Alchemist immediately. The facial proportions are all different due to the way the eyes are drawn. So, in order to start drawing, simply get yourself familiar with the different styles.
Step 2. Start developing a template.
In order to draw several different people you may want to have a template that you use throughout the beginning stages of your anime drawing. You can look up templates or just make your own. They can have guidelines, or not. I highly recommend having guidelines as a beginning anime artist just to get familiar with the facial proportions and where everything is placed.
Step 3. Eyes.
Eyes are the main judge of how the facial proportions are in relation with each other. The eyes are also the most important part of an anime facial structure. If you're going realistic, start with an almond shape and look at photos for reference. If you're going for the more classic cartoony style you will want to draw a large almond shaped eye, much larger than a realistic look and go lightly or erase the area where the eye connects to each other in the inner corner, look at photos for reference!
Step 4. Familiarity with other facial features.
The other facial features are mostly just simple lines, for example a mouth can be a slightly curved line that isn't connected at the middle and a nose can simply look like this: >. There isn't much advice I can give about these so go for it! Look at pictures for references and such.
Step 5. Hair.
Hair is generally very textured or very flat in anime, it just depends on the character. There is also no in between so... Basically you want to start with basic lines sprouting from the forehead of the character and into the space around the face, curving and spiking it as you go. Make sure it is reasonable for a hairstyle. Once you texture the inner hair very lightly you will be able to leave it simple or have many details, whatever is most comfortable with you.
Step 6. Clothing.
Because of your template you should already have body proportions. Now, clothing is the most difficult part of anime drawing as it is very intricate and exact, I recommend looking at pictures of anime clothing, or maybe even take pictures of your clothes and see how the fold on the body. If anything, at subtle creases where the arm hits the main torso and the armpit area. Also add some at the waist and beginning of the pants. As well as near the knees and elbows. This is as simple as you can get with anime. Just make sure the folds look natural and not too neat.
There you go! A written explanation of how to draw anime. I hope it helped! For now,
Sayonara!
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Ani-May: If ___ was an anime, my thoughts
THESE ARE MY OPINIONS NOT ACTUAL FACTS
So, lately while browsing the internet and YouTube I have been noticing a lot of videos titled: if ___ was an anime. Basically it is taking a piece of raw content (a game, book series, a cartoon) and turning the content into fan-made anime.
Let me tell you why this is awesome.
I love anime, but I am also involved in a lot of other fandoms and seeing the creativity as well as the wonderful animation really warms my heart in a way that some fan-made content doesn't. I have seen a lot of terribly made fan-content and art that makes me question the fandom, but these anime and manga interpretation is something I solely enjoy.
I think, many fans are using their time by making smutty fan fics and such or turning such an amazing content into something corrupted or something it was never meant to be. I'm not saying this is bad, but I, as a fan, do not like to see two of my favorite characters doing something inappropriate floating around the internet. Now, sure this can be something that brings joy to other fans, and that is not bad! It is just not my personal favorite content to see.
What I enjoy about these videos is the creativity, the thought, and the effort that was put into this. For example, I've seen a few of the: If Undertale was an Anime and absolutely loved the art and content and how it still stayed unique and true to the original content. It is amazing how an eight-bit Indie game can turn into a beautiful animated interpretation like that.
Now, some of these videos are not my favorite. As we all know, Hentai is a type of anime as well (if you don't know, don't ask) and some fans can create this content. Some I see often interpreted as hentai anime is Five Nights At Freddy's as an anime. Which I find a bit weird as they are animatronics not sexy people but hey! The effort that is put in is what counts and always enhances my experience of being in a fandom.
What do you think of these interpretations? And am I wrong to think that inappropriate content is not something I like to see? What are your thoughts?
Thanks for giving me up to 126 page views in a day! I appreciate the support as I am not that popular in general, sure there are billions of people in the world but 126 is pretty large too, and I am so happy! Arigato! and Sayonara!
Ani-May: My top 4 Senpais (or crushes from anime)
AGAIN: MY PERSONAL OPINION FOLKS!
Schediaphilia: The attraction to animated or fictional characters.
That is an actual disease folks and guess who just got freaking diagnosed?!
There's no doubt about it, I love my anime characters and I've definitely got more than 4, but might as well narrow them down for you guys! So here is a list of characters that I LOVE, don't worry most of them aren't for looks, those are just a bonus.
Oh and there won't be any description or reasoning because of the weird way the text wraps around them, just have fun having nosebleeds!
4- America from Hetalia.
3- L from Death Note
2-Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
And the hottest of all Senpais
1- Levi Ackerman
Schediaphilia: The attraction to animated or fictional characters.
That is an actual disease folks and guess who just got freaking diagnosed?!
There's no doubt about it, I love my anime characters and I've definitely got more than 4, but might as well narrow them down for you guys! So here is a list of characters that I LOVE, don't worry most of them aren't for looks, those are just a bonus.
Oh and there won't be any description or reasoning because of the weird way the text wraps around them, just have fun having nosebleeds!
4- America from Hetalia.
2-Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
And the hottest of all Senpais
1- Levi Ackerman
Ani-May: Top 5 most emotional death scenes
These are my opinions and my own personal thoughts
MAJOR SPOILERS
Why? Why does anime do this to our souls? They literally RIP OUR HEARTS, OUR FRAGILE HEARTS AND RIP THEM TO SHREDS!
Do you want to be reminded of this pain? Let me help you...
5. Levi's squad from Attack on Titan
You were crying silently with these 4, admit it. What really killed me was when Levi was talking with Petra's father as well as when Levi found all his top comrades dead. This is why I hate Annie, as well as that creepy laugh, what the heck is up with that? All I know is that this death really touched my heart and I cried. I mean, why did Annie have to kill them? WHYYYYYyyyyy....
4.Asuna from Sword Art Online (OR SO WE THOUGHT)
So the final battle and Asuna has to go sacrificing herself huh? I mean I knew she wouldn't really die, after all there is a second series with her face slapped on the cover, but, ugh love really hurts. You could see her desire to let Kirito find the real world and at that moment it didn't matter about her, it mattered about Kirito and Kirito alone. It didn't matter about seeing her family and feeling the real world again. No, it didn't matter about her. It mattered about Kirito. I seriously wonder why the anime didn't portray their relationship like this more often. ALSO, how did she come back to life in the first place?
3. L from Deathnote.
Please don't make me talk about this one...please. I had a freaking crush on L and I was praying and hoping that he wouldn't die...I hate this. L was the practical spirit of Deathnote in a way, he was someone you had to make an opinion on right away as you were either Team L or Team Light. I was on team L all the way and then, he died. Light's reaction freaking killed me, but it was the fact that the very side, the side I supported from the beginning, had vanished in an instant.
2. Maes Hughes from Fullmetal Alchemist/ Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
I'm already crying from writing all those, now this one? Our favorite character was Maes and we all loved his charisma, his smile, the way he loved and "bragged" about his family. The best part was that he was the perfect father figure for his three year old daughter. And that he died for the greater good. He found out the evidence needed to help the Elric brothers, and this scene was constantly going back and forth from him dying to him surviving. His funeral, his poor daughter's reaction to his death broke me. When Winry, Alphonse, and Edward found about this...I hated my life.
1.Kaori Miyazono from Your Lie in April.
There, now I don't have any more tissues and we have to talk about the saddest death of all. I hate tragic romance and the way this anime portrayed it too. We were cheering for Kaori from the beginning and we all knew Watari was never going to be her real love, it was going to be Kousei. And when we saw them falling for each other, we couldn't help but smile.
But then...
We found out that Kaori was sick, and dying. And it killed us to see Kousei avoid her because of dumb Watari, and we just wanted to scream. As we saw Kaori get sicker and sicker, almost to the point of dying, we knew that it was over. And as the episodes lessened we knew, we just knew. Then, she could stand, she was getting better, and a surgery could give her one last chance. I was praying at this point, praying so hard I could barely stand it. But, we saw her performing with Kousei and her disappear into a peaceful rest. The letter was the point I was bawling and just wished, for once, that we could see Kaori and Kousei together, a final time.
Thanks for making me cry!
Sayonara.
MAJOR SPOILERS
Why? Why does anime do this to our souls? They literally RIP OUR HEARTS, OUR FRAGILE HEARTS AND RIP THEM TO SHREDS!
Do you want to be reminded of this pain? Let me help you...
5. Levi's squad from Attack on Titan
You were crying silently with these 4, admit it. What really killed me was when Levi was talking with Petra's father as well as when Levi found all his top comrades dead. This is why I hate Annie, as well as that creepy laugh, what the heck is up with that? All I know is that this death really touched my heart and I cried. I mean, why did Annie have to kill them? WHYYYYYyyyyy....
4.Asuna from Sword Art Online (OR SO WE THOUGHT)
So the final battle and Asuna has to go sacrificing herself huh? I mean I knew she wouldn't really die, after all there is a second series with her face slapped on the cover, but, ugh love really hurts. You could see her desire to let Kirito find the real world and at that moment it didn't matter about her, it mattered about Kirito and Kirito alone. It didn't matter about seeing her family and feeling the real world again. No, it didn't matter about her. It mattered about Kirito. I seriously wonder why the anime didn't portray their relationship like this more often. ALSO, how did she come back to life in the first place?
3. L from Deathnote.
Please don't make me talk about this one...please. I had a freaking crush on L and I was praying and hoping that he wouldn't die...I hate this. L was the practical spirit of Deathnote in a way, he was someone you had to make an opinion on right away as you were either Team L or Team Light. I was on team L all the way and then, he died. Light's reaction freaking killed me, but it was the fact that the very side, the side I supported from the beginning, had vanished in an instant.
2. Maes Hughes from Fullmetal Alchemist/ Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
I'm already crying from writing all those, now this one? Our favorite character was Maes and we all loved his charisma, his smile, the way he loved and "bragged" about his family. The best part was that he was the perfect father figure for his three year old daughter. And that he died for the greater good. He found out the evidence needed to help the Elric brothers, and this scene was constantly going back and forth from him dying to him surviving. His funeral, his poor daughter's reaction to his death broke me. When Winry, Alphonse, and Edward found about this...I hated my life.
1.Kaori Miyazono from Your Lie in April.
There, now I don't have any more tissues and we have to talk about the saddest death of all. I hate tragic romance and the way this anime portrayed it too. We were cheering for Kaori from the beginning and we all knew Watari was never going to be her real love, it was going to be Kousei. And when we saw them falling for each other, we couldn't help but smile.
But then...
We found out that Kaori was sick, and dying. And it killed us to see Kousei avoid her because of dumb Watari, and we just wanted to scream. As we saw Kaori get sicker and sicker, almost to the point of dying, we knew that it was over. And as the episodes lessened we knew, we just knew. Then, she could stand, she was getting better, and a surgery could give her one last chance. I was praying at this point, praying so hard I could barely stand it. But, we saw her performing with Kousei and her disappear into a peaceful rest. The letter was the point I was bawling and just wished, for once, that we could see Kaori and Kousei together, a final time.
Thanks for making me cry!
Sayonara.
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