Category: The Mind of a Character
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How the Characters of From Software Games Define Their Worlds
It’s no secret that From Software games are brutal. And their worlds reflect that. Their atmospheres are oppressive and depressing. As you wander through, finding practically nothing but monsters and traps, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the doom and gloom. But then, like two ships passing by on the sea, you’ll run…
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In Defense of Nina (Berserk)
The list of loathsome Berserk characters is almost as long as the series itself. Griffith. Wyald. The Count. The Snake Lord. Guts. So why is it that this girl gets so much more hate than they do? For those unfamiliar with her, or those who have simply forgotten, Nina was an important side character in…
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Silco (Arcane): An Abandoned Brother
Arcane had a cast that stuck out to me on more than one occasion. Seriously, the first season alone gave me months worth of material for analysis. But of all the characters, none struck me more than this one. By all accounts, Silco is the villain of the story. All you need to do is…
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Is a Complex Character Inherently Better Than a Simple One?
One thing that I always look for when picking a character for analysis is complexity. It’s fairly difficult to write an essay on someone when you can summarize their entire deal in just a few sentences. Believe me, I’ve tried. Many stories have been critiqued for having simple characters. I myself have made that same…
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Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa: Romantic Chemistry At It’s Best
My Dress-Up Darling has quickly become the hot anime of the season. It’s managed to outdo both Demon Slayer and Attack on Titan, which has resulted in many a hilarious meme. And it deserves its praise! The show is a perfect blend between wholesome and horny and I’m greatly looking forward to reviewing it come…
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