Covers all 6 volumes of THE KEY TO THE KINGDOM by Kyoko Shitou Megan and Ashley discuss a very underappreciated title published by the now-defunct CMX. Many comparisons to The Vision of Escaflowne are made as discussions about dragons and fate ensue. Are the dragons a metaphor for nuclear weapons? Do Gaius and Badd have a thing for each other? Just what kind of leader is Asta, anyway? Why the heck did you never hear about this gorgeous manga?! All your pressing questions about just what the heck the Key to the Kingdom even is will be answered here. LINKS The Key to the Kingdom is out of print, but you can still get it from resellers If you've never seen the amazing The Vision of Escaflowne, it was recently added to Crunchyroll Dragons as metaphor for nukes Quiz: Like a Boss! What Type of Boss Are You? [Staples] Other works translated/adapted by Sheldon Drzka Outro Song: “Like Swimming” by Broke For Free, a really awesome electronic music producer your should support! SOCIAL Read Megan's manga reviews on Manga Test Drive Follow Megan on Twitter @brainchild129 Follow Shojo & Tell on Twitter @shojoandtell Follow Shojo & Tell on Instagram Follow Ashley on Twitter @AshMcD00 Comments, questions, concerns? Want to gush about your OTP and favorite series? Have suggestions for the show? Email shojoandtell [at] gmail.com or simply leave a comment on the episode page.
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