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My Favorite Works By Edgar Allan Poe

Poetry. I don’t talk about it often (except for that one time I analyzed a poem, which I might do again at some point), but it’s a topic that’s always fascinated me. It’s such an fascinating form of expression in writing. It looks easy, but it’s actually incredibly difficult! But when it’s done well, god…
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Devils Part 11: Pit Fiend (Best of the Bestiary)

Your war-torn kingdom is rife with corruption. It’s people dying from starvation and strife. They cry out for new leadership- someone with the charisma and the courage to put an end to the turmoil and suffering. You could be that someone! – Merobaal the Pit Fiend For the last two weeks, we’ve discussed the two…
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Doctor Who Season 4: Hitting a Stride

I’d say that this is the best season of the show. Unfortunately, season five exists. So I can’t really do that. But hey! Second place isn’t bad! Out of all the 10th Doctor seasons, this is the one I’d argue is the most consistent in its quality. It properly balances compelling sci-fi with the series’…
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My Hero Academia Season 4: A Season Without Consequence

I’m all caught up on the manga now! I can write this with confidence! Don’t worry, I won’t spoil anything. I know that I reviewed every episode of season four already. But today, I’m going to look at the season as one, complete package. Specifically, I’m going to look at why the narrative felt lacking.…
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Part One of a Perfect Remake

Nearly five years. This game was announced almost half of a decade ago. I have been waiting for this game since my sophomore year of high school (fuck, I’m old). And now I’m a grown-ass man living in my own apartment, doing my own thing. My life has dramatically transformed in more ways than one…