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What’s My Age Again?: Nichijou Feature Article
The slice of life genre is one of the most well worn tropes in anime. The gentle pace and light comedy of these shows allows a welcome break from the serious, densely plotted mega-shows which form the bulk of the … Continue reading
Retro Review: Hellsing
Hellsing is a good anime which fans of weird or slightly strange stories will embrace Continue reading
Cosplay Wigs: Feeling Confident
Wigs have always been one of the most important aspect of a cosplay and in the opinion of many, the wig can make or break a costume. A bad wig can ruin even the most carefully crafted of outfits but a good wig can raise the simplest cosplay to be photoshoot worthy. Choosing a wig can sometimes be a complicated and tricky business so here are a few tips to help. Continue reading
Retro Review: Trigun
Boasting such a strong cast, unique setting, interesting themes and pulse pounding action Trigun can only be highly recommended. Continue reading
Machine Gun Etiquette: P and S Feature
In the words of Team America, “America! F**k Yeah!” This seems to have been the starting point for Gainax’s latest anime salvo Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt. The wonderfully anarchic new offering from the veteran studio plays out like a … Continue reading
They Came from the Comic Books: Manga in Music
Anyone who is a manga fan today can attest to how huge the art form has grown in the past few decades. More and more people are now finding interest and inspiration from Japanese comics, with surprising links to manga is music. Continue reading
K-ON! to do Beatles Impression
Those of you with your finger on the pulse of everyone’s favourite light music band will know that a new trailer has been released for the upcoming film. Following on from the wildly popular anime, manga and soundtracks, the on … Continue reading