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[Review] My Gemini: Lost Identity in Grief and Immaturity

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting My Gemini by Yuu Morikawa (same author of Mr. Villain’s Day Off) is inspired by the Victorian-era story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. John Utterson, similar to the novel from what I understand of a YouTube summary I watched prior to writing this, is the narrating character and close friends with twins Jekyll and Hyde. In this one-volume … Continue reading [Review] My Gemini: Lost Identity in Grief and Immaturity

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[Recommended Watch/Read] Chuan Shu Zijiu Zhinan / Scumbag System

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting If you are a fan of reincarnation/transmigration stories where the protagonist goes from our world to the body of a villain–I have the series for you! From Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, the same author of Mo Dao Zu Shi and Heaven Official’s Blessing, is the story of Shen Yuan, a man transported into the world of the web novel, … Continue reading [Recommended Watch/Read] Chuan Shu Zijiu Zhinan / Scumbag System

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[Review] Dr. Player

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Dr. Player, available on Tapas, has quickly become one of my favorite reads for the year thus far. It offers a fresh take on the medical drama genre within a fantasy world by blending elements of class struggle, innovation, and a unique isekai-like system. When I first started reading Dr. Player, it reminded me of Doctor Elise: The Royal … Continue reading [Review] Dr. Player

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[Recommendation] Get Involved With Your Local Japan-America Society

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Please Note: I am currently a member of the Japan-America Society in my area. This is not a sponsored post, but I want to be transparent about my membership and any potential biases. I also recently spoke at one of their events, and I believe it’s important to acknowledge this as I recommend organizations like theirs to you. If … Continue reading [Recommendation] Get Involved With Your Local Japan-America Society

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[Review] Banzaicon 2025: A Pricey but Passionate Gathering

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Attending a small anime convention can be a mixed bag—you never know if you’re stepping into a hidden gem or just paying for a glorified meetup. Unfortunately, Banzaicon leaned more toward the latter. While the passion was there, the price tag didn’t quite match the experience and so I want to discuss this convention in a way that is … Continue reading [Review] Banzaicon 2025: A Pricey but Passionate Gathering

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[Event Review] Anime Town Greenville: My First Full Con Experience

By: Krow Smith | @coffeewithkrow When Peggy’s con crusade brought her to Anime Town Greenville in South Carolina, she invited me to come with her, and I certainly considered it. Then an opportunity for free entry arose when a couple friends of ours needed an extra person to help with their booth at the event. So, with my best friend and a vendor’s pass, I … Continue reading [Event Review] Anime Town Greenville: My First Full Con Experience

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[Review] Totally Captivated: The Yaoi That Is Almost Everywhere (Spoilers)

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MATURE CONTENT WARNING – This post contains content that we at The Anime View do not think is suitable for everyone. Subjects and possible triggers in the work being discussed and mentioned in this post include assault and pseudo-incest. By clicking “Read More,” you understand that you will encounter such content. Viewer/reader discretion is advised.

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[Event Review] Anime Expo Chibi: Growing Pains

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last November, I had a choice between two conventions: Kumoricon 2024 and Anime Expo Chibi 2024. As many of you know, I’m a regular attendee at Kumoricon and, more recently, a panelist there. It’s a convention I love—a truly rewarding experience thanks to a staff that tirelessly puts on the event each year and a place I plan to … Continue reading [Event Review] Anime Expo Chibi: Growing Pains

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[Event Review] Aniplex Online Fest 2024: Lacking Depth

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Aniplex Online Fest has been a staple of my annual calendar ever since the pandemic brought it to life. This entirely online “convention” experience became something I have eagerly anticipated each year, and the announcement that a recording would be available for at least a week after airing this year’s stream on YouTube was a huge relief. With my … Continue reading [Event Review] Aniplex Online Fest 2024: Lacking Depth

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[Recommended Read] CLAMP’s “Wish”

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last July, I posted about CLAMP’s xxxHolic movie, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and since then I’ve been revisiting some of my favorites from the CLAMP team. The stories crafted by the CLAMP team share in an extraordinary ability to immerse readers in their fantastical worlds. While there may be occasional overlaps in artwork, character designs, and names across their … Continue reading [Recommended Read] CLAMP’s “Wish”

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