Everything Thunderbolt Fantasy! Even though it's not technically anime, we talk about the creation of Thunderbolt Fantasy, how medium affects storytelling and why the show watches like a good DnD campaign. Our web page with articles and extra info on Budaixi, PILI, and Thunderbolt Fantasy: https://animeislitpod.wordpress.com/2017/08/01/thunderbolt-fantasy/ Intro/Outro music is "Raimei" by T.M.Revolution Twitter: @animeislitpod Email: animeislitpod@gmail.com
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