Author Archives: Karura

Battle for Wesnoth: Gaming for the Masochistic

Posted on August 30, 2006 by Karura

The forces of evil (blue, yellow) casually overrun my stronghold of good (red), whilst my negative gold balance ensures I cannot summon any more warriors. I’d like to say I was a fan of strategy games; after all, what could … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Rumble: August 29th

Posted on August 29, 2006 by Karura

As if one weekly feature wasn’t enough, I’ve decided to introduce the Weekly Round-Up’s opposite number, which ended up being named “Tuesday Rumble” through lack of a better title. To clarify just what this entails, this is an ‘experimental’ section … Continue reading →

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King of Bandit Jing volume 1

Posted on August 29, 2006 by Karura

Meet Jing- in case you hadn’t guessed it from the title, he’s the youthful and fast-fingered King of Bandits. Travelling from city to city with his wisecracking bird sidekick, Kir, Jing has set himself the task of stealing the treasures … Continue reading →

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Utawarerumono parody episode 5

Posted on August 28, 2006 by Karura

Hakuoro here. Thanks to my defeat of Sasante, I now have control of a larger base of operations, but although the first stage has been successful, the campaign is far from over. With my conquests bringing me only generic warriors, … Continue reading →

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Hunter X Hunter

Posted on August 28, 2006 by Karura

Chapters 1-260 After learning that his father is not only alive, but also a prestigious Hunter, Gon Freaks becomes determined to follow in his footsteps. At age 12, Gon leaves his home in order to take part in the Hunter … Continue reading →

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Ginga Densetsu Weed parody: episode twenty-six [END]

Posted on August 27, 2006 by Karura

The named characters are huddled around Weed in an attempt to give him some bodily warmth. Weed awakens. Weed: Where is Jerome? Minor Dog: Sorry, he had to die to give you the strength and resolve to fight on. Back … Continue reading →

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Utawarerumono parody: episode 4

Posted on August 27, 2006 by Karura

Hakuoro here. I have located a potential third member of my harem- a sick, blind girl known as Yuzuha. Although her health is frail, I am confident that the healing skills of Tusukuru and dear Eruruu will keep her alive … Continue reading →

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Utawarerumono parody: episode 3

Posted on August 26, 2006 by Karura

Hakuoro here. Having won the affections of both Eruruu and Aruruu, I have laid the groundwork for my ultimate harem. With the villagers also securely on my side, I can begin to expand my range of influence, and hopefully meet … Continue reading →

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Nekojiru Gekijou

Posted on August 26, 2006 by Karura

Before the weirdness of Cat Soup came into this world, its protagonists had already made their debut in another series- Nekojiru Gekijou. A series of 27 1-2 minute shorts, Nekojiru follows the day-to-day adventures of a pair of feline siblings- … Continue reading →

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Utawarerumono parody: episode 2

Posted on August 25, 2006 by Karura

Hakuoro here. Recently I have had the good fortune to end up living in the home of two very lovely young ladies- surely a good sign that my harem acquisition will go smoothly. Before I can set my sights further … Continue reading →

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