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12 Days of Yuri Pairings – 2022 Edition

December 31, 2022 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
Artist: うおぬまゆう

Like every year, I always do the 12 days of Christmas thing. Of course, I couldn’t finish it on time since I procrastinated during the holidays. Also, I needed a break after the chaos on that site. With that, while this came out very late, at least

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Read more12 Days of Yuri Pairings – 2022 Edition
Category: Akebi-chan no Sailor Fuku, Akiba Maid Sensou, Birdie Wing, Do It Yourself, Editorials, Love Live, Lycoris Recoil, Machikado Mazoku, RPG Fudousan, Shinmai Renkinjutsushi no Tenpo Keiei, Shokei Shoujo no Virgin Road, Slow LoopTag: 12 days, christmas, opinion, rambling, yuri

Top 5 Anime of 2022

December 28, 2022 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
Artist: yunweishukuang

With 2022 coming to an end, I should probably do the low-hanging fruit post before doing the most challenging post left, 12 days of Yuri pairings post. Of course, this list should be an easy one, although there were a lot of good shows that aired this year.

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Read moreTop 5 Anime of 2022
Category: Akebi-chan no Sailor Fuku, Bocchi the Rock, Editorials, Lycoris Recoil, Machikado Mazoku, Shokei Shoujo no Virgin RoadTag: opinion, reflection, year end

2022 Year in Review, Future Plans, and Happy Holidays

December 24, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: araki495

With Christmas around the corner, it looks like I’m not going to get my 12 days of Yuri pairings posts out. I do this every year to share the yuri pairings from anime I watched during the year. However, it will come out during my holiday vacation. So I may just limit what I think about the pairing to 1-2 paragraphs and make it brief.

To make it up, I will focus on the year in review stuff and the plans for the future. But yes, 2023 will be a big year for obvious reasons.

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Read more2022 Year in Review, Future Plans, and Happy Holidays
Category: EditorialsTag: anime fandom, opinion, personal thoughts, reflection

The Reasons You Should Start an Anime Blog

July 7, 2022 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: すいか_めろん

With the talk of Elon Musk buying Twitter and the adverse effects, people wonder what the alternative places to talk about anime are? After all, Musk has a history of silencing his critics, and I can see why some are concerned. However, the question remains on who owns the platform and if some egotistical millionaire will come in and ruin the platform to allow hate speech and harassment.

Starting your anime blog may be a worthwhile experience for those looking for an alternative to Twitter. Irina and Jacob have shared their own reasons for creating one. Still, it’s always good to share other perspectives, especially from someone who has done it for 13 years straight.

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Read moreThe Reasons You Should Start an Anime Blog
Category: EditorialsTag: anime blogging, opinion, personal experiences, rambling

What is on My Mind – Winter/Spring 2022 – Sony Pulls a Monopolistic Move, Sentai Gets Bought, Dealing with Content Thieves and More

March 29, 2022 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
Artist: sunny

With Winter coming to an end, it’s time to share some things I found interesting throughout the last three months. Yes, I will talk about Sony’s new monopoly on anime, at least in the west.

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Read moreWhat is on My Mind – Winter/Spring 2022 – Sony Pulls a Monopolistic Move, Sentai Gets Bought, Dealing with Content Thieves and More
Category: Editorials, Kantai CollectionTag: anime industry, opinion

Top Anime of 2021 and Year in Review

December 31, 2021 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
Artist: n2midori

With the year finally come to an end, it’s time to take a glance of some of the top shows I enjoyed and share some thoughts on blogging this year as well.

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Read moreTop Anime of 2021 and Year in Review
Category: Editorials, Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon, Love Live, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, Super Cub, Uma MusumeTag: opinion, reflection, year end

12 Days of Yuri Pairings – 2021 Edition

December 27, 2021 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: fuji fujino

Almost every year, I do the 12 days of Anime thing every year. With that, we will focus on more yuri pairings of course. As expected, they are in no order.

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Read more12 Days of Yuri Pairings – 2021 Edition
Category: Editorials, Jahy-sama wa Kujikenai, Love Live, Selection Project, Shiroi Suna no Aquatope, Show by Rock!!, Super Cub, Uma Musume, Urasekai Picnic, Yakunara Mug Cup Mo, Yuru CampTag: 12 days, christmas, opinion, rambling, yuri

What is on My Mind – Fall 2021 (September-December 2021)

December 25, 2021 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
Artist: stick jitb

Since I have been so busy with work related and swamped with anime coverage, I plan to do these posts whenever I feel like it in the future. With that, it’s time to share some thoughts on some interesting topics from the past few months.

Also, Merry Christmas for those who celebrate. I couldn’t get the 12 Days of Anime post up on time since I was busy, but it will be out before the year ends.

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Read moreWhat is on My Mind – Fall 2021 (September-December 2021)
Category: EditorialsTag: anime industry, opinion

What is on My Mind – August 2021 – Kireina Yuri Revival, Feeling Left Out of the Anime Blogosphere, Kadokawa Censorship Remarks and More

August 1, 2021 by Chikorita157 6 Comments
Artist: まのぎみ

It has been a while since I wrote a monthly post since I was very busy last month. With that, I want to share some interesting things from June and July. Also, I will also share some more details in the revival of the Kireina Yuri community.

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Read moreWhat is on My Mind – August 2021 – Kireina Yuri Revival, Feeling Left Out of the Anime Blogosphere, Kadokawa Censorship Remarks and More
Category: EditorialsTag: anime industry, opinion

What is on My Mind – June 2021

June 6, 2021 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: そらしま

At least, we have reached the halfway point of this year. With that, it’s time to share some interesting things that happened in May.
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Read moreWhat is on My Mind – June 2021
Category: Editorials, Uma MusumeTag: anime industry, opinion

Episode 9 – What is on My Mind – May 2021

May 9, 2021 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
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In this episode, we focus on some interesting things from April 2021. This consists of the following:

  • Kadokawa Wants to Make 40 Animation Titles a Year, but Is It Unsustainable?
  • My Growing Interest in Seiyuu Live Performances
  • Madoka Magica Gets a Fourth Movie
  • Let’s Face It, WordPress Likes are NEVER Coming Back for Another Reason, Like Spammers.
  • What I Have Been Up To

This is an audio version of our post, originally titled, What is on My Mind – May 2021 – Kadokawa’s Unsustainable Goal, Interest in Seiyuu Live Performances, Madoka Magica 4th Movie Announcement and More published on May 6, 2021. If you have any comments, leave a reply in the original post.

This podcast uses the following songs:

Night In Venice by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5763-night-in-venice
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge
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Read moreEpisode 9 – What is on My Mind – May 2021
Tag: anime industry, mobile games, opinion, seiyuu

What is on My Mind – May 2021 – Kadokawa’s Unsustainable Goal, Interest in Seiyuu Live Performances, Madoka Magica 4th Movie Announcement and More

May 6, 2021 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: ねこうめ

While we are heading to the halfway point of this year, it’s time to share some interesting things from the last month.

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Read moreWhat is on My Mind – May 2021 – Kadokawa’s Unsustainable Goal, Interest in Seiyuu Live Performances, Madoka Magica 4th Movie Announcement and More
Category: Editorials, Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: anime industry, mobile games, opinion, seiyuu

Episode 7 – Reviewing the Anime Streaming Platforms – Which One Is the Best?

April 18, 2021 by Chikorita157
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In this episode, we will be sharing our thoughts on popular anime streaming platforms where you can watch anime legally.

This is an audio version of our post, originally titled, Reviewing the Anime Streaming Platforms – Which One Is the Best?, published on June 14, 2020. If you have any comments, leave a reply in the original post.

This podcast uses the following songs:

Night In Venice by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5763-night-in-venice
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Read moreEpisode 7 – Reviewing the Anime Streaming Platforms – Which One Is the Best?
Tag: anime industry, opinion, personal experiences

Episode 5 – The Dark Downsides of Gacha Mobile Games and Gaming as a Service

April 8, 2021 by Chikorita157
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In this episode, we will discuss the dark downsides of playing Gacha Mobile Games and the Gaming as a Service Model. After all, with a Gacha mobile game, you don’t own anything.

This is an audio version of our post, originally titled The Dark Downsides of Gacha Mobile Games and Gaming as a Service, published on September 10, 2020. If you have any comments, leave a reply in the original post.

This podcast uses the following songs:

Night In Venice by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5763-night-in-venice
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Read moreEpisode 5 – The Dark Downsides of Gacha Mobile Games and Gaming as a Service
Tag: analysis, aniplex usa, gacha games, mobile gaming, opinion, personal experiences, predatory video game monetization, Video Games

Episode 4 – Decline of Crunchyroll and Failure of Originals

April 8, 2021 by Chikorita157
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In this episode, we will discuss the decline of Crunchyroll as it’s catalog shrinks and the failure of Crunchyroll Originals. We also discuss the implications of Sony possibly buying Crunchyroll.

This is an audio version of our post, originally titled Decline of Crunchyroll and Failure of Originals, published on November 17, 2020. If you have any comments, leave a reply in the original post.

This podcast uses the following songs:

Night In Venice by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5763-night-in-venice
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Read moreEpisode 4 – Decline of Crunchyroll and Failure of Originals
Tag: anime industry, controversy, crunchyroll, essay, opinion

What Is on My Mind – April 2021 – Sony’s Purchase of Crunchyroll in Jeopardy, Uma Musume Mobile Game First Impressions, Importance of Backups, and More

April 3, 2021 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment
Artist: りの@キャラット6月号掲載中!

Now that we at the start of spring, it’s time to share some interesting posts I found interesting from the past month.

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Read moreWhat Is on My Mind – April 2021 – Sony’s Purchase of Crunchyroll in Jeopardy, Uma Musume Mobile Game First Impressions, Importance of Backups, and More
Category: Editorials, Uma MusumeTag: anime industry, mobile games, opinion, remember to backup

What Is on My Mind – January/February 2021 – Ex-Arm Fiasco, Sony Buys Crunchyroll, Precarious Future for Anime Conventions, WordPress Like Button is Toxic

January 31, 2021 by Chikorita157 1 Comment
Artist: natsu 1616

It’s finally 2021 and I didn’t write a monthly post for January due to it being the holidays. With that, there is a lot of things I want to share throughout the two months.

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Read moreWhat Is on My Mind – January/February 2021 – Ex-Arm Fiasco, Sony Buys Crunchyroll, Precarious Future for Anime Conventions, WordPress Like Button is Toxic
Category: EditorialsTag: covid19, crunchyroll, funimation, opinion, Otakon, personal experiences, rambling, sony

Best Anime of 2020 and Reflecting Back on Anime Blogging in 2020

December 30, 2020 by Chikorita157 4 Comments
Artist: ナナセミオリ

Now that the year is about to end, it’s time to share some of the titles I really enjoyed this year. Given that not too many shows aired this year thanks to the pandemic, I will only focus on 7. Also, I will reflect on this year of blogging.
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Read moreBest Anime of 2020 and Reflecting Back on Anime Blogging in 2020
Category: Adachi to Shimamura, Assault Lily Bouquet, Editorials, Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?, Koisuru Asteroid, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, Nanabun no Nijyuuni, Ochikobore Fruit TartTag: opinion, reflection, year end

12 Days of Yuri Pairings – Part II

December 22, 2020 by Chikorita157 1 Comment
Artist:はちろく

It’s that time of year again as every year, I always do the 12 Days of Anime thing every year. This year has been a particularly rough year. Instead of talking about some of the depressing aspects of the year such as Covid19 delaying anime and Aniplex USA shutting down the English server for Magia Record, I want to keep things positive.

Yes, it’s true! We are doing another 12 days of more Yuri pairings like we did in 2018. After all, despite what is going on this year, the yuri pairings did not disappoint at all. Of course, they are in no particular order.
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Read more12 Days of Yuri Pairings – Part II
Category: 12 Days of Anime, Adachi to Shimamura, Assault Lily Bouquet, Editorials, Gochuumon wa Usagi desu ka?, Houkago Teibou Nisshi, Koisuru Asteroid, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear, Love Live, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, Nanabun no Nijyuuni, Ochikobore Fruit Tart, Oshi ga Budoukan Ittekuretara ShinuTag: 12 days, christmas, opinion, rambling, yuri

What Is on My Mind – December 2020

December 1, 2020 by Chikorita157 Leave a Comment

Now that we are finally in December, meaning that the year is finally coming to an end. With that, it’s time to share some brief thoughts on what I found interesting for the month.
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Read moreWhat Is on My Mind – December 2020
Category: Editorials, Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita!Tag: opinion, personal experiences, rambling

Decline of Crunchyroll and Failure of Originals

November 17, 2020 by Chikorita157 1 Comment
Artist: 千羽

For a while now, Crunchyroll is facing a big decline. In recent seasons, Funimation has been getting a lot of high profile shows in the past. To make matters worse, the service has been losing a lot of shows in its catalog while increasing the subscription fees.

Now, WarnerMedia, who owns Crunchyroll wants to sell it to Sony. Not only this will cause the problem of Sony almost controlling the western anime market, Crunchyroll will most likely cease to exist as they will most likely merge it with Funimation.

With the lack of shows that appeal to my tastes, I kind of let my Crunchyroll Premium lapse and I have yet to renew it. This is mostly because the titles I want to watch is now on Funimation or Hidive.

The question remains, what led to this situation? Is it because of Crunchyroll’s ambitious plans to work on creating their originals with the long-term plan of controlling anime? Or is it bad luck caused by the Covid19 induced recession.

Note: An audio version of this post is now available.

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Read moreDecline of Crunchyroll and Failure of Originals
Category: EditorialsTag: anime industry, controversy, crunchyroll, essay, opinion

What Is on My Mind – November 2020 – Supporting Seiyuus in Age of Covid, Magia Record Gallery Mode Epic Fail, Mangaka Ragequit and More

October 29, 2020 by Chikorita157 2 Comments
Artist: りょうたん

Now that it’s the end of October and fall finally settling in, it’s time to share my thoughts on anything interesting during the month and of course, thoughts on any anime I decided not to cover.

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Read moreWhat Is on My Mind – November 2020 – Supporting Seiyuus in Age of Covid, Magia Record Gallery Mode Epic Fail, Mangaka Ragequit and More
Category: Editorials, Love LiveTag: opinion, personal experiences, rambling

What Is on My Mind – October 2020

September 30, 2020 by Chikorita157 3 Comments
Artist: 妄想

Now that summer is finally over, it’s the end of September and it’s time to share what I have on my mind for this month. This one will be short since this month has been very quiet and there is no notable posts or posts to share.

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Read moreWhat Is on My Mind – October 2020
Category: EditorialsTag: opinion, personal experiences, rambling

The Dark Downsides of Gacha Mobile Games and Gaming as a Service

September 10, 2020 by Chikorita157 1 Comment
Artist: 千石千鵆

It’s not a big surprise that anime fans tend to play Japanese mobile games that has a gacha element. In some cases, you probably saved a lot of free in game premium currency to roll for your favorite character. Others probably spent a lot of money in order to get the character they want in the game.

However, not everything is forever, especially in gacha games. The big downside of these games is that unless it’s successful, as in bring in a lot of money, the game won’t last long. In other words, you will lose all your progress and money spent in the game.

Believe it or this, this is not too uncommon, especially with localized mobile gacha game releases. This can really upset a lot of people as seen when Aniplex USA decided to pull the plug on the English version of Magia Record. Yes, I was livid about it, but apparently the franchise isn’t popular enough compared to popular franchises such as Fate Grand Order.

Since I spent money on monthly passes, this announcement really left a bad taste towards mobile gacha games or the whole games as a service thing. The question is, do you really own anything in these games? The answer is obviously no. Since I am salty about this a few weeks after the announcement, I want to share my thoughts on the dark side of Games as a Service.

Note: An audio version of this post is now available.

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Read moreThe Dark Downsides of Gacha Mobile Games and Gaming as a Service
Category: Editorials, Mahou Shoujo Madoka MagicaTag: analysis, aniplex usa, gacha games, mobile gaming, opinion, personal experiences, predatory video game monetization, Video Games
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