[Reflection/Analysis] The Poe Clan: The Grief of Immortality

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting At one point in time, I was obsessed with reading vampire novels. I couldn’t get enough of them, especially during my Twilight phase. Even now, I still enjoy vampire stories, but I prefer the philosophical ones that explore the nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. This preference may be why I’m drawn to Gothic literature but not to straight-out … Continue reading [Reflection/Analysis] The Poe Clan: The Grief of Immortality

[Commentary] Revisiting Problematic: Jobless Reincarnation vs. The Death Mage

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[Analysis] The Abandoned Empress Should Have Been With The Knight! (Ending Spoilers)

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting I don’t know about everyone else, but I hated the ending of The Abandoned Empress. I’ve been wanting to discuss it for a while now but was unable to bring myself to write about it until now because of the disappointment I felt after reading the ending. Spoilers ahead, by the way. For those needing a reminder, and perhaps … Continue reading [Analysis] The Abandoned Empress Should Have Been With The Knight! (Ending Spoilers)

Anime Expo 2023 – Presentation Share “Crossing Cultures: A Comparative Look at Manga & Comics”

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last weekend, on 3 July 2023, I presented the panel “Crossing Cultures: A Comparative Look at Manga & Comics.” I’ve certainly discussed this topic on here before and have presented shorter versions in the past (most recently at Fangaea 2023). This is a presentation share for those that attended or missed the panel and would like to see the … Continue reading Anime Expo 2023 – Presentation Share “Crossing Cultures: A Comparative Look at Manga & Comics”

[Analysis] The Return of the 8th Class Mage: What Makes A Mage (Spoilers)

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting I love Middle Age-inspired stories, mostly because of their interpretation and integration of archetypal ideas regarding what it means to be a King, a Knight, or a Noble. It is something I’ve talked about several times on our blog and something I will undoubtedly continue to examine moving forward. However, rarely have I seen an address to the archetype … Continue reading [Analysis] The Return of the 8th Class Mage: What Makes A Mage (Spoilers)

[Commentary] The Fluidity of Water & Genderless Characters

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Water and fluidity are often used as metaphors when discussing some nonbinary or non-conforming gender identities because they are both characterized by their ability to take on different shapes and forms. Water can exist as a liquid, a gas, or a solid, and it can change its shape and form depending on its environment. Similarly, some people who identify … Continue reading [Commentary] The Fluidity of Water & Genderless Characters

[Reflection] Endo and Kobayashi Live! The Latest on Tsundere Villainess Lieselotte: Finding An Outlet When All Feels Lost

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting I want to tell you all a little story about me. From my perspective as a former athlete. From the look on my coach’s face, I knew the fall I was about to take would not end well. My mother, her friend, and an ice rink full of people heard a deafening thunk noise over the chatter of a … Continue reading [Reflection] Endo and Kobayashi Live! The Latest on Tsundere Villainess Lieselotte: Finding An Outlet When All Feels Lost

[Theory & Concept Analysis] Revenge on the Real One: The Heir and The Spare

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting The concept of “the heir and the spare” traditionally refers to the practice of having two potential successors in a royal or aristocratic family, usually brothers. The “heir” is the eldest and the one who is expected to inherit the title, lands, and other assets of the family. The “spare” is the second born and is seen as a … Continue reading [Theory & Concept Analysis] Revenge on the Real One: The Heir and The Spare

[Analysis] The Remarried Empress: A Victim Of Circumstance

By: Krow Smith | @coffeewithkrow While the Remarried Empress has been on a well-deserved hiatus, I’ve been reading it over again. I find that re-reading is always interesting because it gives you the chance to see if you might come out with a different opinion or point of view, especially now that you have had some foresight into future events. While I’ve reconsidered my thoughts … Continue reading [Analysis] The Remarried Empress: A Victim Of Circumstance

[Recommended Watch] Lines In Motion

By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting If you’re looking for insight into animation techniques, then Lines In Motion on YouTube is definitely a channel worth checking out. There are several reasons why I personally enjoy the work presented on Lines In Motion, but most notable is the attention this creator pays to minor details in art that are important aspects building toward story in comic … Continue reading [Recommended Watch] Lines In Motion