By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting Last October, I ordered a Kindle copy of The Shonen Jump Guide to Making Manga, a new book that delves into the art of creating manga. It was heavily advertised on MyAnimeList as well as promoted on Crunchyroll’s various Industry Panels, so I thought I’d give it a try. As I began skimming the opening pages, I couldn’t help … Continue reading [Book Review] “The Shonen Jump Guide to Making Manga”
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)
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
Alien Idol is an incredible series by JIAE. This webcomic follows the story of Rama, a genderless alien of a race that has three naturally occurring sexes (male, female, and nonbinary). Rama has always identified as a woman, and would have been able to make that choice upon reaching legal adulthood on her planet in the next year or so. However, following her and her … Continue reading [Review] Alien Idol by JIAE
By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting TL/DR I would say that this is an excellent starting place for first-time attendees to fan/anime conventions. It is a PG-13/TV-14 friendly event based on the content I saw displayed. The overall cost of the ticket was relatively cheap too (about $20 for online purchase, and $25 at the door). (“Cheap” cost in terms of the local area—I recognize … Continue reading [Event Review] Fangaea 2023 – A Fantastic Fandom Experience!
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
By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting MAL Expo Lite 2022 Review MyAnimeList’s first-ever Expo was a fun experience, consisting of a small selection of online events that aired from 17 February to 25 February 2022. While the online anime convention boom in 2021 was a hit, 2022 saw a return to in-person events, leaving a void for those who preferred the digital space. However, online … Continue reading [Review & Recommended Watch] A Belated Look At MAL Expo Lite 2022 + MAL Academy Production I.G/Q&A with WIT STUDIO
By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting The Spring 2023 Anime Season is upon us y’all and what I suspect to be a must-see this season is The Reason Why Raeliana Ended up at the Duke’s Mansion, which is set to release on the 10th of this month. There are several reasons why, but what I think makes this a must-see is the situational comedy that … Continue reading [Recommended Watch] “The Reason Why Raeliana Ended up at the Duke’s Mansion” Is A Spring 2023 Must-See
By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting TL/DR I would say that this is a good starting point for first-time attendees to anime conventions, with a single qualifier: this is a PG-13/TV-14 sort of event based on some of the items I’ve seen sold. So, be aware of that when making a final decision. Size and Scale + Food Alley This is definitely a small-scale type … Continue reading [Event Review] ANIME Impulse San Diego 2023—A Good Experience!
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
