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Read or Die (OVA)
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R.O.D – Read Or Die
Reading has never been my thing for a long time. Not even manga. I don’t know, I just don’t like that. And so I thought it was pretty…
OtakuGeneration.net :: (Show #928) Read or Die (OVA)
Shownotes :: (show 928) :: () :: () :: () :: () With Read or Die (OVA), recorded live March 19th, 2023. This week, Matt came back,…
Mr. Villain: Hyperfixation or Obsession?
Is it obsession? Or, is it fixation? Is it a good thing? Or, is it a bad thing? Let's explore this in Mr. Villain's Day Off.
the depths of obsession
“I don’t want to do this. I *have* to do this.” These are the kinds of words spoken in obsession, a state that’s easy to see from the outside,…
The Faraway Paladin – 02 – Hero or Die
There’s not much of a sharp edge to Paladin, and yet it’s anything but soft. It’s as wholesome as Mushoku Tensei is raunchy, but it never feels too…
Ride Or Die (2021) review
“A highly enjoyable romance narrative that thrives on a rich current of heartfelt romantic and raw natural emotions. “
Ride or Die on Netflix
If you are a regular reader here at Okazu, you know that I have loved the darkly violent Yuri manga GUNJO from the day I received a message…
Ride or Die on ANN
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Anime Nano Podcast #17: Read And Die!
Time for the Anime Nano Podcast #17! In this episode, we talk about the 10 minute reading limit at Borders, Nanatsuiro Drops, and the end of Naruto fillers.…
Review: READ OR DREAM (R.O.D.)
I've never been shy about my fondness for Read Or Die . Hell, for years my choice of online avatar was usually some form of Yomiko Readman...
Review: READ OR DREAM (R.O.D.)
I've never been shy about my fondness for Read Or Die . Hell, for years my choice of online avatar was usually some form of Yomiko Readman...
Obsession: Dear Brother
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Should I Read the Light Novel or Watch the Anime?
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OshiRabu: Waifus Over Husbandos ~Love or Die~ Review
While I was aware of the Drama CDs this sequel took me by surprise. When I learned of its existence the day of release was but a month…
Yandere: Obsession not Love
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The curious case of K-Pop’s obsession with Don Quixote
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Vinland Saga Season 2, Episode 12: Kill or Die
In Vinland Saga Season 2 Episode 12, Olmar is mocked for failing to cut a pig, embarrassing his family in front of King Canute.
Dropout Idol Fruit Tart: Episode 9: Fruit or Die
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A-Yokai-A-Day: The Obsession of the Woman from Peony Hall
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Gaming's Unnecessary Obsession With Graphics
With the release of Elden Ring more than ever has this talk on graphics been in my mind I've always found it strange that so much of the…
My Current Gaming Obsession – Forager
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Pop Mart: Our New Obsession
We here at Japan Curiosity absolutely love decorating our nerd space with figures. Whether they’re from anime, games, shows or simply because they look amazing. Enter Pop Mart.…
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[Recommended Read] Magus of The Library
Source: By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting While preparing a panel on free-to-low-cost sources of anime and manga for Anime Town Greenville, I came across a new series…
[Recommended Read] Magus of The Library
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So, I know what you're thinking, "that title sounds ridiculous, there's no way that this game can be any good! Yeah, it's awful. How awful? Grab some popcorn…
TO NOT DIE – Future Potential or Another Generic Revengeful Manhwa ?
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SSSS.Dynazenon, or How To Read A Show In 1 Episode
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[Recommended Read] The Works of Asumiko Nakamura
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[Recommended Read] The Works of Asumiko Nakamura
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Dragon VTubers: Your New Obsession Awaits
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My New Obsession from my Internship
So I have been gone for a while now, but I have good reason. I was doing my internship. I’m sorry for just dropping off the face of…
Playing Music is my new obsession.
I haven’t played a video game since I last posted months ago. It’s because I give all my free time to playing music and learning. I love it.…
Spiraken Movie Review Ep 41: Jumanji (or In The Jungle You Must Wait Until The Dice Read Five or Eight)
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Parallel Paradise (Volume 7) – He Has Two Options: Mate or Die!
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Survival anime : 3 (or almost) to see absolutely before… you die
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Episode 534, "Die Bellamy Die"
On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have our Manga Recap of One Piece Chapter 915, "Bakura Town" with Stephen Paul (translator for One Piece…
Episode 534, "Die Bellamy Die"
On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have our Manga Recap of One Piece Chapter 915, "Bakura Town" with Stephen Paul (translator for One Piece…
The Beast Must Die
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The Age of Arrogance features a strong female lead, Asha, but the romance feels stale and the pacing drags. It’s entertaining but not groundbreaking—great for surface-level enjoyment.
104: The Sickos Read a Bunch of Posts
It's back to the zoo as the Sickos recount some of the funniest, stupidest, and confusingest posts ever. Yes, social media is a nightmare, but when you gather…
Sexism and Culture: Japan’s Obsession With Kawaii
Where did the word "kawaii" come from, and is the sexism that can come with cuteness really all that innocent?
THE GREAT BRAIGER READ 12 – The Gate of the Goblins
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THE GREAT BRAIGER READ 4 – The Valley of the Massacre
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Kiyohimé or the Power of Love
Kiyohimé was written down around 1887 and contains dated language and spellings. This period brought many stories from Japan to the West. I left the language unchanged; I find…
Kiyohimé or the Power of Love
Kiyohimé was written down around 1887 and contains dated language and spellings. This period brought many stories from Japan to the West. I left the language unchanged; I find…
Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - Collision
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Legend of the Galactic Heroes: Die Neue These - Intrigue
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