Something More: Shuu’s Sacrifice, Muslim Manga, and ISIS-chan’s Mission

While Charlotte hasn’t broken any new ground or done anything to make us feel it might become a classic like associated previous series and visual novels, it has been entertaining. Recent episodes have especially been good, including the last couple which have been surprisingly intense. In episode ten, we get to see Shun’s sacrifice through… Read More Something More: Shuu’s Sacrifice, Muslim Manga, and ISIS-chan’s Mission

Something More: Death in Totoro, Pokemon Preaching, and Kirito’s Treasure

I’m always happy to link to aniblog posts that touch on spirituality, but sometimes this column is just chock full of amazing articles. I hope you’ll dig into the links below – they’re worth your read, starting with Matthew Newman’s post on Hare Kon and marriage. For those unfamiliar (which included me until I read… Read More Something More: Death in Totoro, Pokemon Preaching, and Kirito’s Treasure

Something More: Redeeming Kenshin, Protestors at Fanime, and Plastic Memory Moments

The title character’s quest for redemption in the Rurouni Kenshin OVA’s contrasts sharply with the Christian idea of our own lack of power in redeeming ourselves. [Lady Hannah Beth] I’m a few weeks late in this linking , but since you’ll see Anime Reporter on this blog later today, it’s relevant to post a recent… Read More Something More: Redeeming Kenshin, Protestors at Fanime, and Plastic Memory Moments

Something More: Faithful Mangaka, Lessons from Summer Wars, and Anime Reviews from a Christian Perspective

Kendall Lyons uses Summer Wars to illustrate his own yearning to use his spiritual gifts. [Cartoon Daily News] D.M. Dutcher makes recommendations for Christians viewers, per usual, as he reviews a variety of the series this week: Problem Children Are Coming From Another World, Aren’t They? Review: Eden Of The East (Complete) Several streaming series Dutcher… Read More Something More: Faithful Mangaka, Lessons from Summer Wars, and Anime Reviews from a Christian Perspective

Something More: AKB0048 Missionaries, Amazing Anime Grace, and Space Brother Dreamin’

Medieval Otaku explores Dusk Maiden of Amnesia and how pride gets in the way from us embracing God’s love. [Medieval Otaku] Did you know that the musicians of AKB0048 can be representative of Christian missionaries?  Seriously and truly.  [A Series of Miracles] Annalyn shares her personal experiences with depression and the importance of faith and… Read More Something More: AKB0048 Missionaries, Amazing Anime Grace, and Space Brother Dreamin’

Something More: Christ’s Sacrifice > Madoka’s, Oukoku Christian Game, and AnoHana and the Supernatural

I didn’t update “Something More” last week, so today’s links include two week’s worth.  Sorry for the delay! Japes looks at the supernatural in AnoHana and how we might approach the topic from a Christian point of view. [Japesland] Nick Calibey responds to a post that argues that Madoka’s sacrifice in Puella Magi Madoka Magica… Read More Something More: Christ’s Sacrifice > Madoka’s, Oukoku Christian Game, and AnoHana and the Supernatural

Something More: Heaven in Saiyuki and Haibanem Renmei Religion

Josh W. provides some short thoughts on Haibane Renmei, including a significant and insightful one about the religious allusions in the show. [Res Studiorum et Ludorum] Lady Saika uses Saiyuki‘s depiction as an example of how Heaven is portrayed in series and film. [Lady Geek Girl and Friends] Rocklobster points out the problems that the… Read More Something More: Heaven in Saiyuki and Haibanem Renmei Religion