Is this a hot take? K-On! is a Moe Hellscape Let's get the obvious out of the way: my "Why Against Moe?" article used the K-On! girls for its featured image. The series—a pseudo-comedy about a high school band that spends more time goofing off and enjoying snacks than it does engaging with music—is an … Continue reading "K-On! is a Compassionate, Anti-Ableist Triumph"
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