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An Open Analysis on Fan Affinities (On Super Fanicom)

Published on October 2, 2011 in Fandom and Otakuism and Guest Writing. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

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We have our own ways to watch anime, read manga, play games, or do whatever is included in your Japanese visual media to-consume list. Because of this, it is important for us, as database animals, to know where we belong in the ever-growing otaku society. This Super Fanicom guest post delves into the so-called database in order to find better meanings and relationships within the vast variety of societies and demographics we otaku live in. Do give it a read!

Understanding the Lolicon, Part 1: The Different Intricacies of the Genre

Published on July 5, 2011 in Fandom and Otakuism. 6 Comments Tags: , , , , .

このロリコンどもめ！

Lolita Complex, more commonly known as the Japanese portmanteau, Lolicon. It’s a fact that people who are into this bad obsession spare no underage maiden. But before you label one of your flat chest-loving friends as a lolicon, allow me to enlighten you more on this horrible, horrible disease.

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The Reasons Behind Otaku Blogger Death: The Art of Otaku Blog Quitting

Published on June 22, 2011 in Blogging and Fandom and Otakuism. 26 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .

Masterfully done, Kaguya.

Blogging has never been the same for me ever since Scamp wrote the Otaku Blogger Survivability Report. Before I knew it, I was already checking the survivability of all the blogs I follow, even though I know it’s a useless thing to do because you can’t really do anything if a blogger decides to quit. I did learn something else from it, though.

And that, is the art of otaku blog quitting.

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This Is Probably Another Comeback Post: Taking A Peek Inside An Impoverished Otaku’s Busy Routine

Published on June 21, 2011 in Anime, Art, Blogging, Eroge, Fandom and Otakuism, Games, Manga and Touhou. 6 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , .

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A lot of things happened in the span of six months. Hiatuses have been made, comebacks have been declared, illustrations have been drawn, art contests have been won, games have been played, and the list goes on from there. But before you decide to take the stick to beat your dear blogger to death because another alibi’s coming up, hear me out.

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Otaku Married Life in Spotted Flower: Shimoku is Teasing My Genshiken Character Pairings

Published on December 11, 2010 in Fandom and Otakuism and Manga. 11 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , .

Stay crafty, Shimoku.

I like Kio Shimoku. If it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t be treated to a ride on the otaku roller coaster that is Genshiken. After that, I promised myself to hop on his next ride, hopefully anticipating the otaku mayhem that will be in store for me. And what do you know, the ride’s actually here.

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Why Does Everyone Like Sanya V. Litvyak?: Searching for the Most Moe Character

Published on November 28, 2010 in Editorial and Fandom and Otakuism. 13 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Before I start, let it be known that I’m going to use Strike Witches for our little experimentation on moe. I just hope I can give a more generalized explanation on things, especially if you don’t feel like digging into Strike Witches in order to understand what is going to be discussed. Also, please note that I am not concretely defining moe by enlightening readers on what is simply an aspect of the word in question.

ニャ~

Ask a hardcore Strike Witches fan to choose the character with the most moe in the franchise, and he or she will most likely choose Sanya V. Litvyak, the representative of Orussia for the 501st Joint Flight Squadron. And if they do, we then ask as to why. Why, indeed? What makes Sanya so popular? What makes her rise above the other girls? Why does a girl who doesn’t even want to stand out get all the attention? Is it because of her character design? Her personality? Her weaponry? Her affiliation? Her nationality?

Let’s find out.

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Comparison in OreImo: Following Genshiken’s Principles

Published on October 28, 2010 in Anime, Editorial, Events and Fandom and Otakuism. 4 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Before you start reading this post, please let it be clear that I prefer to disregard the incestuous fanservice during the first half of the episode, because it stirs the already turbulent shitstorm that the majority of the elitist aniblogosphere caused.  I think I’ll just happily enjoy the ups and downs of the show and accept it as it is. We clear on that? Good!

We’re now at the fourth episode of OreImo, and surprisingly the show still meets a certain criteria that I had for it since the first episode. Anyone who’s keen enough to notice will know what I’m talking about, and anyone who’s already established some sort of connection, symbolism or reference will see where this post is going.

Of course, what I’m talking about is OreImo’s undying connection to Genshiken’s tenets on otakuism.

I don’t know if I should be happy or sad that I don’t see someone who looks like Madarame being carted away in a stretcher, but oh well…

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