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When Does a Side Mission Matter?

August 19, 2021 / Quin / 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 min read

It has happened to you before. You are cruising along the first hour of the game you picked up and the option finally appears. Long gone are the singular, “Talk to …” mission or “Move to this area” objective. You are finally tasked with continuing the story or delving into the notorious side mission. An excursion that will either heighten your enjoyment or bore you with busy work. While other elements can spell for success or failure, the allure of a side mission is paramount.

Manga: Teppu (Left) and Baki the Grappler (Right)

Martial Arts Manga: Technical Skill vs Supernatural Ability

June 6, 2021 / Quin / 3 Comments

Reading Time: 4 min read

Throughout the fighting genre of manga there are countless examples of jaw-dropping abilities and fights. Both the caliber of fighters along with their techniques can make for memorable storylines. Having read my fair share of fighting manga, I wanted to classify the sub-genres I noticed during my reading. The feats/abilities in a martial arts manga range from realistic to outright illogical. I aim to talk about the elements that create the sub-genres between technical and supernatural fighting.

Amazon’s Invincible Adaption is Incredible

May 6, 2021 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 min read

Adaptations from books or comics has always put me in a weary state. Simultaneously, I am excited to experience the series in a new light yet dread improper execution. I understand that everything cannot be done to the minute details due to hampering a show’s run time. However, when major details change, I find myself between mildly and greatly annoyed at the unnecessary changes. Thankfully, Amazon’s adaptation provides a fun and refreshing air to Image Comics Invincible.

The Greatest Movie of the 21st Century

April 1, 2021 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 2 min read

Objectively speaking, humanity has already experienced the greatest movie of the 21^st century. Filmmaking as an art form has produced innovative works that have outlasted their creators. Whether it would be the powerful performance of 12 Years a Slave or the whimsical adventure of Spirited Away, movies are a timeless pastime. However, there is only one movie that is worthy to be called the greatest in our era. A movie that has influenced future filmmakers and swayed countless reviewers with its power. That movie is Soul Plane.

The Former Bullied Protagonist

March 25, 2021 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 5 min read

The narrative structure of a story hinges on a protagonist. A person propelled by the events of their environment or antagonist/villain that ventures out to meet their goal. Different types of main character range from heroes, antagonists, and anti-heroes certainly stand out. I have countless of heroes that I find interesting but only one category consistently interests me: the former bullied protagonist. A protagonist who once had zero aspirations or goals that evolves after finding their calling. My aim for this post is to explore how this type of character behaves and the elements behind them.

My Falling Out with Street Fighter

January 13, 2021 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 6 min read

I have always admired fighting games from the late 90’s to early 2000’s era. From the arcade cabinets to the comfort of my PlayStation, fighting games was the genre for me. Early Capcom installments like Rival Schools, or Marvel vs Capcom 2 had me constantly coming back for more. It was not until much later when I was properly introduced to the competitive scene to my beloved genre. I found myself trying to prove myself online in Capcom’s revitalized Street Fighter IV. I had a wonderful journey with Street Fighter and found myself with the revelation that I could go no further.

Soul’s Perspective on Life is Beautiful

December 27, 2020 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 3 min read

I hate to use a common phrase, but Disney and Pixar’s Soul spoke to me. Everyone has a movie that defines how they perceive life and Soul was perfect for the current chapter in mines. I would wager that this animated movie is perfect for an audience caught in life’s many crossroads. Fair warning, I am going to spoil a small bit of content for the movie below. I was heavily looking forward to this movie this month and can safely say that it did not disappoint. Soul takes us on a meaningful journey to discover what it means to live life.

Month of Anticipation: December 2020

December 7, 2020 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 4 min read

The new year is fast approaching yet we still have a whole month of games, anime, and movies to digest. December 2020 is the month of long-awaited releases from finals seasons to new intellectual properties. This post is mostly dedicated to Soul, Attack on Titan and Cyberpunk 2077. December ushers in a month of content that I am definitely enthusiastic to talk about.

Sub vs Dub: A Fruitless Debate

November 28, 2020 / Quin / 1 Comment

Reading Time: 4 min read

When presented with two options, humans will always argue over which is better. Apple vs PC, Coca Cola vs Pepsi, white meat vs dark meat, etc. Regarding the entertainment medium, Sub vs Dub to established anime fans is considered life or death. It is the basis for whether you truly experience the content to its fullest or as a fleeting joke never to be revisited. To me, matter of preference has no effect on my viewership. Whether it be subbed or dubbed, whichever enhances my enjoyment will be the winner.

Month of Anticipation: November 2020

November 10, 2020 / Quin / 0 Comments

Reading Time: 4 min read

The passing of the weeklong election has finally granted me the optimism to discuss the many upcoming titles regarding video games and movies alike. November is shaping up to be an exciting month for a new console release, awaited games and other entertainment alike. Let’s delve into the upcoming titles that I am mostly anticipating.

Category: Posts (Page 2 of 3)

When Does a Side Mission Matter?

Martial Arts Manga: Technical Skill vs Supernatural Ability

Amazon’s Invincible Adaption is Incredible

The Greatest Movie of the 21st Century

The Former Bullied Protagonist

My Falling Out with Street Fighter

Soul’s Perspective on Life is Beautiful

Month of Anticipation: December 2020

Sub vs Dub: A Fruitless Debate

Month of Anticipation: November 2020

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