Aura, by Seiji Kishi, is an anime that takes a look at school culture in Japan. In particular it looks at the “cool” kids at the top of the popularity pile in contrast to the less popular geeks.
The 12 Masks of Halloween: #2 The Plague Collectors Mask
In this issue of the 12 Masks of Halloween we ask one key question. How much is a mask worth? The answer, of course, depends on the quality of the mask, whether it’s new, second hand and whether the previous owner was an actor in a famous horror movie. This particular mask – the The […]
A review of of Evangelion 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo
I enjoyed the series Neon Genesis Evangelion. I enjoyed it despite the “hero” Shinji being something of a milksop. I enjoyed it despite the weird ending. The ending was weird, I’m told, because they ran out of budget. Solution – lots of surreal stuff happens. Over. You’re left asking “What?” As sometimes happens with series […]
Custom Surtur action figure
Surtur is an enemy of Marvel’s Thor. He’s based on the fire giant Surtr from Norse mythology. He can be a powerful foe; able to melt the icecap with a fireball. The giant is sometimes shown at being over 1,000 feet tall. This custom model by masterpiece isn’t as tall but is still remarkable. The […]
The official The Day of the Doctor trailer
Here it is – the official trailer for the 50 Years anniversary special; The Day of the Doctor. It features many of the Doctors (all? it’s hard to say these days) as the 11th, Matt Smith, narrates. For over 900 years he’s been fighting for peace during a time of war. It all boils down […]
Sakasama no Patema: Patema Inverted review
This is the first time that I’ve enjoyed an anime while being barely able to watch it. Patema Inverted is about the brave and curious girl who goes exploring in her underground world of tunnels and ruins and discovers a horrible truth. The film is sci-fi to the extent that it is set after a […]
“Unwritten” Myst tabletop RPG going strong on Kickstarter
[Back this Campaign] Confession; I’ve never played the Myst computer game. I’ve never played it despite many friends being incredibly positive about it. Perhaps this Kickstarter will be a solution? InkWork Productions now have nearly $20,000 in the bank (asking for only $5,000) to fund a RPG called Unwritten: Adventures in the Ages of Myst […]
Little Witches Yoyo & Nene review
Intended for children, despite being directed by Takayuki Hirao responsible for Tokyo Fish Attack, Little Witches will entertain anime loving adults. I enjoyed it even if there was a tendency to throw in rainbows and hearts. Nene and Yoyo are are pair of curse breaking sisters. They’re Witches for Hire in a fantasy world. Yoyo, […]
Dragon Age 2 cosplay: Flemeth
This is Flemeth – also known as Asha’bellanar from Dragon Age 2. The cosplayer is Lockheart 18 – also known as Karen. You can check out her
A review of Fuse: Memoirs of the Hunter Girl
Fuse Teppo Musume no Torimonocho seems to be called either Fuse: Memoirs of the Hunter Girl or Fuse: A Gun Girl’s Detective Story in English. I think Hunter Girl fits better. Fuse by Masayuki Miyaji is a blend of fantasy and Japan history. There’s plenty of action here; samurai warriors and werewolves, with rooftop chases […]
