Sen to Chihiro, Control to Freedom: The Significance of Names, Here and Forevermore

So your name’s Chihiro? What a pretty name…and it belongs to me now. – Yubaba (Spirited Away) In the west, we’ve largely destroyed the art of naming children. Parents scramble to discover a name that’s unique (but maybe not too unique), memorable, beautiful, and timeless, but in searching for an aesthetically pleasing name, most will… Read More Sen to Chihiro, Control to Freedom: The Significance of Names, Here and Forevermore

11.05.201511.05.2015 Twwk7 Comments

Anime Today: Beautiful Bones and Beautiful Death

I’m totally digging Beautiful Bones. It seemed silly at first, like, “Let’s get a pretty girl, give her a young boyfriend-type, and make her singularly obsessed with bones. I smell a hit!” But the show quickly hooked me. I enjoyed the character interactions, the animation has some key, sweeping moments, and the show’s just been… Read More Anime Today: Beautiful Bones and Beautiful Death

11.04.201511.04.2015 TwwkLeave a comment

Guest Post: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – The Real Size and Nature of Evil

I’m proud to present an article today on Fullmetal Alchemist from KnightofCalvary, a graduating seminary student and chaplain candidate in the U.S. Army Reserves and former A.D. Vision partner through Suncoast and Anime Central. If you’re interested in submitting a guest post, send us a pitch via email. It might be cliche to write and… Read More Guest Post: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – The Real Size and Nature of Evil

11.03.2015 Emdaisy14 Comments

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – The Real Size and Nature of Evil

I’m proud to present an article today on Tokyo Ghoul from KnightofCalvary, a graduating seminary student and chaplain candidate in the U.S. Army Reserves and former A.D. Vision partner through Suncoast and Anime Central. If you’re interested in submitting a guest post, send us a pitch via email. It might be cliche to write and… Read More Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood – The Real Size and Nature of Evil

11.03.201510.27.2015 Twwk1 Comment

Annalyn’s Corner: When Fear Stunts Growth

“Is the baby crow about to evolve? And will that be a blessing or a curse for their team? Though in the end, those who do not wish to change will not evolve. If that is what you wish for… you need to greedily proclaim that you are the best.” —Nekomata Yasufumi, Nekoma’s coach Episode 5… Read More Annalyn’s Corner: When Fear Stunts Growth

11.02.201511.02.2015 Lex (Annalyn)Leave a comment

Ami Kawashima Dates Like a Christian

I hate when people play games in relationships. – Me, about a million different times My wife and I occasionally listen to a local radio show in the mornings where the hosts discuss relationships with listeners. Their advice – and the situations listeners talk about – drive me crazy. Everything seems to devolve into games.… Read More Ami Kawashima Dates Like a Christian

10.30.201510.28.2015 Twwk2 Comments

Patreon: Thank You for Your Donations!

The next few months will be a time of transition for Beneath the Tangles – among other things, you’ll see a heavier presence in social media by us and a redesign in our website. With these modifications come expenses – and here’s where you can help us! A contribution of $2 a month will help… Read More Patreon: Thank You for Your Donations!

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