Summer 2020: The Restart

Take 2. Summer 2020 is going to be a recovery period for most of us out there. While the succeeding seasons is going to consist of many readjustments, at least it's going to give. I do wonder what if the seasons were going to schedule as originally planned... It would be nice to see how…

Spring 2020 Seasonal Anime Wrap-up

Back to regular programming, I think? This has been the most strangest season in my experience as a seasonal anime watcher. Two shows, Appare-Ranman! and The Millionaire Detective – Balance: Unlimited, whose episodes basically got a sneak preview for a short period and then we'll get to experience it fully when it comes again. Do…

15 Bara Manga for Beginners (18+)

I've been discussing the Bara genre for some time now. And at this point this is what most of you are waiting for. Before you take a dive into this the topics explored contains some of the most explicit themes and it may not be suitable for everyone. I'm making it a point here. The…

Bara Influences in Anime and Shows that Have Them

While the Bara genre is still not known to the general public, the elements is gradually showing up in anime today. Slow, but taking one step at a time is better than never. Compared to its more in-demand counterpart, Yaoi, or in other cases Shounen-Ai, both genres are still not being talked about in a…

The Origins of Bara

Like with all kinds of mediums, Bara has a history of its own. And it comes with its own prejudice. History for some reason won't always tell the full story despite the amount of information today. Bara (薔薇) in itself translates into "rose", a flower most of you are familiar with. If you don't understand…

Bara: Scratching the Rough Surface

Queer media in Japanese media has its own niche. Whether it would be guys loving guys or girls loving girls. In anime form, this is known through its Yaoi or Yuri anime, manga, or light novels. Another form of male-to-male relationships is also being created as time goes by. Think of it as a Seinen…

The Jon’s Creator Showcase: May 2020 (Gaming + Videos)

Here we are, part 2. Anything about games are the talk. There's also some videos to keep you entertained for the time being. Though I have been dry on playing games lately at least it kept me sane throughout this quarantine along with other things I do at home. And I like that everyone has…

The Jon’s Creator Showcase: May 2020 (Self-Indulgence at Home)

Hey, how are you? Hope your doing well amidst what's happening now. If you feel lost, we got some content for you. Interested in: Anime? Games? Videos? Guidance? It's all here. This post is just part 1 of what's to come. Everyone poured their efforts in making these happen. There was a record set by…

Understanding Minare’s Character in “Wave, Listen to Me!”

Halfway through this anime it keeps getting out of control yet it all comes full circle when you know who's making things up. From the ramblings, to the many assumptions, and even the struggles of a grown-up. For those who actually watched the show, it's already obvious. Who is it you ask? It's Minare Koda…

How Music Elevates an Experience in ID:Invaded

Remember that one episode where Sakaido and Anaido cross through a desolate desert in their minds? That's how hot it is in my home country right now. Sure it might not reach that hot but living in the tropics has its drawbacks. With that said, let's look back at a recent anime from the start…