The Gospel in Liar Game, Part I: Nao & Growing in Faith

Maybe it’s the slightly old-fashioned character designs that are not stereotypically kawaii, or the slightly plain production; or maybe it’s the protagonist, Nao, who dithers about rather fretfully through the first few episodes. Whatever the reason, Madhouse’s high-stakes strategy game series, Liar Game, is flying under the radar this season with anime fans. But sometimes,… Read More The Gospel in Liar Game, Part I: Nao & Growing in Faith

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Reader’s Corner: Half is More (Vol. 1), The Bubble Love of the Mermaid (Vol. 1), and Almark (Vol. 3)

It’s another trip to the Reader’s Corner, where we’ve got a little something for every kind of reader! This time around, we’re diving into magical mysteries, undercover ninjas, heroic adventures, complicated romances, idol drama, and a thoughtful exploration of what it means to be mixed-race in Japan. Scroll below to read our recommendation—and a few… Read More Reader’s Corner: Half is More (Vol. 1), The Bubble Love of the Mermaid (Vol. 1), and Almark (Vol. 3)

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Taira, Azuma, and the Words That Stay With Us

Words are powerful. Anyone who’s been emotionally scarred by thoughtless or harsh words from parents, partners, or other loved ones—which is basically all of us—knows this. So does Taira, an insecure and habitually worried character from You and I Are Polar Opposites. Hurtful comments from past classmates have left him a ball of anxious insecurity,… Read More Taira, Azuma, and the Words That Stay With Us

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Reader’s Corner: Solo Leveling: Ragnarok (Vol. 1), Kamudo (Vol. 2), and Sailor Zombie (Complete Omnibus)

It’s a catch-up week for us as we give our reviews of volumes that dropped throughout the summer, including the newest releases for Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill, A Condition Called Love, and more! Sailor Zombie, Manga Complete Omnibus In the event of a zombie outbreak, what do you do with… Read More Reader’s Corner: Solo Leveling: Ragnarok (Vol. 1), Kamudo (Vol. 2), and Sailor Zombie (Complete Omnibus)

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From Captive Beast to Master’s Family: A Picture of the Gospel in I Became a Legend

I Became a Legend after My 10 Year-Long Last Stand is a simple story about a mage who was thought dead returning to civilization after a decade-long fight against the demon king. Having emerged victorious, he continues fighting evil while also trying to live a more normal life. I didn’t expect to find anything particularly… Read More From Captive Beast to Master’s Family: A Picture of the Gospel in I Became a Legend

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