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Weekly Round-Up: September 29th

Posted on September 29, 2006 by Karura

The new season is almost upon us, and yet here I am, having failed to put together any kind of autumn (or, if you prefer, fall) preview whatsoever- and nor am I intending to. Aside from the fact that many … Continue reading →

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.hack//Roots 26 [end]: HARD GAY’s Greatest Loss

Posted on September 28, 2006 by Karura

…and yes, I watched this episode myself too! What is the world coming to? The unthinkable has happened. Phyllo, staple of the Mac Anu bridge and chief coordinator of The World:r2’s HARD GAY, is gone. As the male players try … Continue reading →

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.hack//Roots 25: Who Will Tabby Choose?

Posted on September 28, 2006 by Karura

Before I begin, I thought I should mention that, since my usual source for screencaps wasn’t available, I actually went to the effort of watching this episode myself. This may not sound like anything remarkable, but considering I haven’t watched … Continue reading →

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Utawarerumono parody episode 26 [end]

Posted on September 27, 2006 by Karura

Hakuoro here. I am sorry to report that HARD GAY has taken over my body completely, and even now I grapple with my destined partner, Dii. The only hope of regaining the harem lies in defeating him and destroying the … Continue reading →

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Hikaru no Go

Posted on September 27, 2006 by Karura

Whilst rummaging around in his grandfather’s attic, Shindo Hikaru gets more than he bargained for when he comes across an old Go board- a board that just happens to be possessed by the spirit of Heian Era Go player Fujiwara-no-Sai. … Continue reading →

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Harukanaru Toki no Naka De parody episode 7

Posted on September 26, 2006 by Karura

Fuji explains the monster of the week. Fuji: Hello, everyone. This week we are being menaced by a vengeful spirit with white wings and long hair. Shimon: Why are vengeful spirits so angry? Can’t we all just live in peace? … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Rumble: September 26th

Posted on September 26, 2006 by Karura

Hard as it is to believe, I have now been writing Tuesday Rumble for a month, and aside from occasional worries about running out of ideas, it’s been an enjoyable feature. Although there wasn’t room to include it this time, … Continue reading →

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Harukanaru Toki no Naka De parody episode 6

Posted on September 25, 2006 by Karura

Akram stares into his magic pool of water. Akram: See how I choose to employ the full extent of my power- the creation of magic CCTV! Hurry, Ryuujin no Miko, assemble the destined bishounen capable of defeating me, for only … Continue reading →

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Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex Apple Gig

Posted on September 25, 2006 by Karura

Reinterpreting the ending of SAC 2nd Gig. A series of strange events in Tokyo all points to one thing- a mysterious apple maniac is on the loose. As the evidence mounts up, Section Nine are forced to consider an unwelcome … Continue reading →

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms 21

Posted on September 24, 2006 by Karura

Lu Bu wanted to believe he was more than an annoying mid-boss, but unfortunately for him, his time draws short. No matter how many times he cuts heads or utters “Damn you!”, the writing is on the wall- he just … Continue reading →

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