Tag: Character Analysis

How Halo Infinite’s Unnamed Pilot Became the One of the Series’ Most Likable Character

What is this, the third week in a row I’ve talked about Halo? I should probably take a break soon. But I’m writing this on the day of the Halo: Infinite gameplay reveal, so I kinda had to. I’m sorry, but I can’t contain my excitement! The Halo universe is full of characters that people…

August 13, 2020
Hikigaya Hachiman: A Martyr Alone

If you haven’t watched My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU yet, you probably should before reading this. It’s in its third and final (I think?) season, so now is the time. The spoilers here will be huge. This is your only warning. My problem with rom-com protagonists is that they often suffer from a lack of depth.…

August 6, 2020
343 Doesn’t Get the Master Chief

I was going to wait until my Halo 3 review to talk about this series again. But I just couldn’t help myself. There’s been something on my mind for a little while now and I just had to talk about it. When Bungie stepped away from Halo and left it to 343, there was a noticeable…

July 30, 2020
Genthru: HunterxHunter’s Least Interesting Villain

It’s amazing the things you can get done in quarantine when you’re bored. I’ve finished several games, watched and rewatched many shows, and gotten more writing done than I’ve managed in a while. I’ve even managed to get around to revisiting some stories I’ve dropped for a while! Including a modern shounen classic: HunterxHunter! Or…

July 23, 2020
Maiden Astraea: Are You the Hero?

You know what I love about the Souls games? Consequences. Particularly with the characters. If you save one dude, he’ll either help you out or he’ll completely fuck you over. It gives the world a sense of realism like it’s functioning with or without you. Plus, it makes you paranoid when interacting with new characters.…

July 16, 2020