Updated (date: 6th Feb 2025): Currently watching Hunter x Hunter anime. Also thinking of changing the profile completely.
Languages I speak: Cantonese, English, Mandarin and German (still learning it)
Favorite genres: Adventure, Action, Shounen, Seinen and yuri/shoujo-ai
(But indeed I give every genre a shot, as long as the work is good and it is attractive to me. You may notice I gave some yuri works quite a low score, but the fact is that I gave some anime with yuri elements high scores, e.g. Kakegurui and Revolutionary Girl Utena. It's just that MAL doesn't regard them as yuri.)
Favorite bands: Queen, AC/DC, Kraftwerk, Foo Fighters and SOUL'D OUT (other bands that I listen to quite a lot: Franz Ferdinand, The Vaccines, Daft Punk and Earth, Wind and Fire)
Favorite song: Easy Lover by Philip Bailey and Phil Collins (the official MV is bad though. Album and live versions are the best.)
I rate the show mostly based on my enjoyment, but at the same time I'll also consider the plot, character, etc. I mean, these elements affect how enjoyable the show is, right?
If the show is rated 8 or above, it means that I enjoy the show and I definitely recommend others having a try. If it's 7, it means there're some flaws that may bore me or refine me from enjoying it, but it's still good enough. If it's 6, it means the show is slightly above the average. I may still recommend it, but it's not necessary to be watched and even if you miss it, it'll be fine. If it's 5 or below, it means I don't think the show is worth watching and skipping it is all fine. Only when you're really interested in it, then you could give a try.
For short works like OVA or music videos, I rate them based on what they're, i.e. a music video will be compared to other music videos instead of regular TV shows. That's why the ratings from me for these works are usually higher than average.
I never give 1 to any works. Also, I never give scores to anime that I haven't started watching at all. So good for you, Ex-Arm.
Favorite Jojo stuff:
Top 3 op: 1. Bloody Stream 2. STONE OCEAN 3. Stand Proud
Top 3 ed: 1. Distant Dreamer 2. Freekn' You 3. Roundabout
Favorite anthology song: Crazy my Beat
Top 10 characters: 1. Gyro Zeppeli 2. Hirose Yasuho 3. Kujo Jotaro 4. Cujoh Jolyne 5. DIO 6. Jonathan Joestar 7. Wamuu 8. Doppio Vinegar 9. Foo Fighters 10. Weather Report
Favorite male character: Gyro Zeppeli
Favorite female character: Hirose Yasuho
Top 10 stands: 1. Scary Monster/ the World, can't decide the top 2. Killer Queen 3. Star Platinum 4. Sex Pistol 5. Weather Report 6. Sticky Finger 7. Foo Fighters 8. Burning down the House 9. Hermit Purple
Favorite Jojo: Kujo Jotaro
Favorite main villain: DIO
Favorite part: Part 7
Favorite stand: In between Scary Monster and the World
My thoughts on girls love (GL) and some recommendations:
GL actually doesn't have a specific definition. Some may consider close friendship between girls as GL, but some may consider only the romantic relationship. For me, I'll only consider a work to be GL when the girls get into a relationship of "above friendship, below romantic relationship".
Some of my recommendations are: (the main plot is GL) 1. Revolutionary Girl Utena 2. Aoi Hana 3. Candy Boy (incest warning) (the subtext and side characters are GL) 1. Kakegurui
And please, stop claiming "GL is made for male". How come there're so many statistics proving female audience as the main audience of GL works (like on Wikipedia), while some people are still so obsessed with this misconception? It's not a problem to be ignorant of something, but it's a problem if you still hold the misconception after knowing the fact.
Favorite ships:
Kirisame Marisa x Alice Margatroid (Touhou): The first ship in my life. Because of them, I started to watch yuri. I like that they have opposite personalities, while they can still help each other out.
Momobami Kirari x Igarashi Sayaka (Kakegurui): My OTP of all time. The Tower of Doors would be my favorite gamble in Kakegurui! "Sayaka, you're probably thinking about how this is impossible to understand, aren't you? Well, I agree with you. Someone like you, who worships logic even as you're bound by it, someone who's willing to shut her mind down at the brink of death, and still forces herself to choose cold logic at the end of it... It makes no sense at all to me. You're the exact opposite of me in every way... And I like that. I like that just fine." - Kirari Momobami
Higashikata Josuke x Hirose Yasuho (Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Part 8: Jojolion): They are just cute together.
Tenjou Utena x Himemiya Anthy (Revolutionary Girl Utena): Utena is a brave girl who sets Anthy free from the patriarchy, and she doesn't own her just like other characters do, which is what true love is about. Also Anthy is one of the few dark skinned girls that catches my eye. She is so pretty :D
Besides anime, I also watch western cartoons.
List of blog posts I wish to write in the future (because I'm bored idk: How to get to Jojo's Bizarre Adventure/ How to get to Kakegurui/ Analysis on the Tower of Doors in Kakegurui
When I read the paragraph you wrote, I got really excited to see how passionate you are about both series! I hope we can continue discussing our favorite shows like this. ^v^
It’s unfortunate that KKG won’t be getting a third season, but for some reason, I’m okay with that. Personally, when I really enjoy an anime, I tend to read the manga afterward. Comparing the two, I feel like the manga emphasizes certain scenes much more than the anime. Don’t get me wrong, I liked the anime, but I love the manga even more. That said, the gambling matches can be a bit confusing to follow in the manga, and this is where the anime does a great job of explaining the rules clearly.
Yeah, seriously, Kiwi is the best! Even her name is cute and unique. As you described, she’s also really mature, and I love characters like her, free-spirited and laid-back, but when things get serious, they step up and show their maturity. You’re absolutely right about the author’s character writing. They do an excellent job designing personalities and tropes in a way that doesn’t feel overly sexualized. I really appreciate how Kiwi isn’t portrayed as the stereotypical “perverted lesbian” trope. Instead, she’s a lesbian character who genuinely cares for Utena but respects boundaries, making her feel much more human and authentic.
Regarding the comedic aspect, I completely agree. I always get my hopes up when an anime includes a lesbian character, only to see them reduced to a joke or an over-the-top caricature. Like you said, some shows turn them into exaggerated perverts, or their sexuality is used solely for comedic effect rather than being taken seriously. A good example is Kuroko Shirai from Railgun in the anime, she’s portrayed as a perverted girl chasing after her roommate, but in the manga, there are moments where she expresses genuine thoughts about love, like when she says, “There’s no such thing as gender when it comes to love.” It’s clear the author wanted to show her as a real character, but their not enough opportunities for that.
About Nemo. I honestly didn’t think about it that way before haha :D . When I first saw the sex scene in the anime, I was worried it would just be there to appeal to male viewers, which would have made the relationship feel shallow. But I think they handled it well, it genuinely showed their feelings developing for each other rather than just being used for fanservice.
Gushing over magical girl series is always fun! it's an erotic work, but it has that “for the girlies” vibe (if that makes sense, haha). It includes sexual elements, but they’re done in a comedic way rather than just for shock value. What makes this series stand out is how well it develops its characters, making them feel deep and decisive rather than just focusing on the fanservice.
Oh, I didn’t know people compared it to Kaiji! Maybe that’s because I’m not familiar with the anime (แต—แด—), but that’s really interesting. The Tower Door arc was also my favorite scene in the anime too, and for the manga, I loved the gambling match that Mary and Ririka teamed up in , when Mary tells Ririka that they’re friends. That scene felt so impactful, and it really strengthened their bond moving forward. ( I kinda ship though... they are just so cute together)
Have you been keeping up with the KKG manga? I took a break because I got busy while reading, then forgot about it and lost track of my chapter. I just checked it again, and the story has developed like crazy, new characters and everything! I might just end up rereading all 18 volumes.
( I tried to attach the photo of Mary and Ririka gamble but it does work :|)
That sounds like an awesome idea for your profile. Using spoiler tags to organize everything while keeping it clean is a smart approach, and if you can pull off the interactive BBCode effects, that would be seriously impressive. I don’t mess around with BBCode that much myself, but if you ever need a second opinion or some ideas, feel free to ask. I’d love to see how it turns out when you’re done.
And yeah, Hunter x Hunter’s approach to fights is on another level. I love how it’s not just about who has the strongest ability but how well they understand and use their limitations. It adds so much depth, and fights feel more like chess matches than typical power struggles. The way you described Chrollo and Kurapika’s abilities really highlights what makes Togashi’s writing so brilliant.
And now that you're in the Chimera Ant arc, you’re in for something incredible. It’s one of the most ambitious arcs in anime, period. Funny enough, I actually used to hate it, but lately, I’ve been appreciating it so much more. The way it builds tension, the depth of the characters, even the villains, and the themes it explores make it something truly special, it's part of the game :))
Hey, thanks for accepting! I really appreciate it, and I think your profile looks awesome as it is. But I saw you’re thinking of changing it completely, what kind of theme or style are you considering? Also, I noticed you’re watching Hunter x Hunter, such a masterpiece! How are you liking it so far?
Hello, sorry for the late reply! No problem, and thank you for the friend invite! (sorry for the late reply!
I get what you mean, Kakegurui and Gushing Over Magical Girls are pretty divisive anime. People either loved them or thought they were weird. As someone who isn’t a fan of unnecessary fanservice, I just found both series really fun and hilarious.
I actually started reading the Kakegurui manga back in 2020. Even though the Japanese version is complete (I think, feel free to fact-check me), I just read the English chapters as they release weekly or monthly.
As for Gushing Over Magical Girls, I LOVE IT. Don’t apologize! Feel free to ask or talk about the show as much as you want. I really like both the anime and the manga; it’s some great stuff. My favorite part in the anime was in that episode where the villains went out shopping for Morino. Funny enough, it’s even her birthday today, February 8!
For my favorite character, I fell in love with Kiwi at first sight. Her character is seriously so extraordinary and hot.
What about you? Who’s your favorite character? What moment did you like the most? And what made you love Kakegurui and Gushing Over Magical Girls so much? :)
I get what you're saying about the story.
I've been reading the manga before the anime was announced so I knew what to expect. The anime covers the weakest part of the manga. To be honest, I didn't like the story at first. I was afraid it was going to be mainly bait but I was pleasantly surprised by it in later volumes. I don't care for the "main couple" because I don't like Hime and Mitsuki. The focus actually shifts away from them around volume 8, at that point it became one of my favourite manga to read at this moment. And yes, as a Belgian the German words are... something. Japan likes to use German and French to sound fancy.
About Kakegurui Twin: I didn't like it as much as the main story. I do like Mary as a character, but the other characters were not as interesting. Sachiko and Mikura were a bit too crazy for me. The games also weren't as interesting, especially that dating game was weird. I guess I just missed the main cast.
I was very late in watching Kakegurui as a series because I was warned in the lesbian community that it was yuribait, so that put me off of watching for a while. After watching it I kinda get what they were saying but it wasn't all that bad. I guess season 2 wasn't out yet because that season was really good. It's just rare to find good representation of lesbian love in anime/manga.
Thank you for accepting. I saw your comment on Kakegurui xx Episode 10 after I watched the episode and I shared that feeling. Then I found out we both like JoJo (and yuri), so I just had to send you a friend request. Your taste in music is also very good, although, personally, I don't like Queen very much. ;)
You are all good! Life happens. Lord knows I've been going thru it on my end. Yeah I've found that I struggle to comprehend some of the panels in action manga Jojo included. I agree with you, the anime does a great job at making it clearer. You are the first to say she is your fav. Araki has sdone such a wonderful job in creating a universe that makes you want to keep coming back depsite already knowing the outcome. You really are an Araki stan I love it haha.
Yeah...RIP...this one truly hurt. I'll just say he changed my life and I wouldn't be on this app or into anime probably. Just RIP and his work is forever.
I freaking agree!!! My brother hates that they made home softer like thay but I thought it was different and ultimately a smart choice. What’re your thoughts on Stone Ocean??
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It’s unfortunate that KKG won’t be getting a third season, but for some reason, I’m okay with that. Personally, when I really enjoy an anime, I tend to read the manga afterward. Comparing the two, I feel like the manga emphasizes certain scenes much more than the anime. Don’t get me wrong, I liked the anime, but I love the manga even more. That said, the gambling matches can be a bit confusing to follow in the manga, and this is where the anime does a great job of explaining the rules clearly.
Yeah, seriously, Kiwi is the best! Even her name is cute and unique. As you described, she’s also really mature, and I love characters like her, free-spirited and laid-back, but when things get serious, they step up and show their maturity. You’re absolutely right about the author’s character writing. They do an excellent job designing personalities and tropes in a way that doesn’t feel overly sexualized. I really appreciate how Kiwi isn’t portrayed as the stereotypical “perverted lesbian” trope. Instead, she’s a lesbian character who genuinely cares for Utena but respects boundaries, making her feel much more human and authentic.
Regarding the comedic aspect, I completely agree. I always get my hopes up when an anime includes a lesbian character, only to see them reduced to a joke or an over-the-top caricature. Like you said, some shows turn them into exaggerated perverts, or their sexuality is used solely for comedic effect rather than being taken seriously. A good example is Kuroko Shirai from Railgun in the anime, she’s portrayed as a perverted girl chasing after her roommate, but in the manga, there are moments where she expresses genuine thoughts about love, like when she says, “There’s no such thing as gender when it comes to love.” It’s clear the author wanted to show her as a real character, but their not enough opportunities for that.
About Nemo. I honestly didn’t think about it that way before haha :D . When I first saw the sex scene in the anime, I was worried it would just be there to appeal to male viewers, which would have made the relationship feel shallow. But I think they handled it well, it genuinely showed their feelings developing for each other rather than just being used for fanservice.
Gushing over magical girl series is always fun! it's an erotic work, but it has that “for the girlies” vibe (if that makes sense, haha). It includes sexual elements, but they’re done in a comedic way rather than just for shock value. What makes this series stand out is how well it develops its characters, making them feel deep and decisive rather than just focusing on the fanservice.
Oh, I didn’t know people compared it to Kaiji! Maybe that’s because I’m not familiar with the anime (แต—แด—), but that’s really interesting. The Tower Door arc was also my favorite scene in the anime too, and for the manga, I loved the gambling match that Mary and Ririka teamed up in , when Mary tells Ririka that they’re friends. That scene felt so impactful, and it really strengthened their bond moving forward. ( I kinda ship though... they are just so cute together)
Have you been keeping up with the KKG manga? I took a break because I got busy while reading, then forgot about it and lost track of my chapter. I just checked it again, and the story has developed like crazy, new characters and everything! I might just end up rereading all 18 volumes.
( I tried to attach the photo of Mary and Ririka gamble but it does work :|)
And yeah, Hunter x Hunter’s approach to fights is on another level. I love how it’s not just about who has the strongest ability but how well they understand and use their limitations. It adds so much depth, and fights feel more like chess matches than typical power struggles. The way you described Chrollo and Kurapika’s abilities really highlights what makes Togashi’s writing so brilliant.
And now that you're in the Chimera Ant arc, you’re in for something incredible. It’s one of the most ambitious arcs in anime, period. Funny enough, I actually used to hate it, but lately, I’ve been appreciating it so much more. The way it builds tension, the depth of the characters, even the villains, and the themes it explores make it something truly special, it's part of the game :))
I get what you mean, Kakegurui and Gushing Over Magical Girls are pretty divisive anime. People either loved them or thought they were weird. As someone who isn’t a fan of unnecessary fanservice, I just found both series really fun and hilarious.
I actually started reading the Kakegurui manga back in 2020. Even though the Japanese version is complete (I think, feel free to fact-check me), I just read the English chapters as they release weekly or monthly.
As for Gushing Over Magical Girls, I LOVE IT. Don’t apologize! Feel free to ask or talk about the show as much as you want. I really like both the anime and the manga; it’s some great stuff. My favorite part in the anime was in that episode where the villains went out shopping for Morino. Funny enough, it’s even her birthday today, February 8!
For my favorite character, I fell in love with Kiwi at first sight. Her character is seriously so extraordinary and hot.
What about you? Who’s your favorite character? What moment did you like the most? And what made you love Kakegurui and Gushing Over Magical Girls so much? :)
Nice to meet a fellow Kakegurui fan ^v^
I've been reading the manga before the anime was announced so I knew what to expect. The anime covers the weakest part of the manga. To be honest, I didn't like the story at first. I was afraid it was going to be mainly bait but I was pleasantly surprised by it in later volumes. I don't care for the "main couple" because I don't like Hime and Mitsuki. The focus actually shifts away from them around volume 8, at that point it became one of my favourite manga to read at this moment. And yes, as a Belgian the German words are... something. Japan likes to use German and French to sound fancy.
About Kakegurui Twin: I didn't like it as much as the main story. I do like Mary as a character, but the other characters were not as interesting. Sachiko and Mikura were a bit too crazy for me. The games also weren't as interesting, especially that dating game was weird. I guess I just missed the main cast.
I was very late in watching Kakegurui as a series because I was warned in the lesbian community that it was yuribait, so that put me off of watching for a while. After watching it I kinda get what they were saying but it wasn't all that bad. I guess season 2 wasn't out yet because that season was really good. It's just rare to find good representation of lesbian love in anime/manga.
Yeah...RIP...this one truly hurt. I'll just say he changed my life and I wouldn't be on this app or into anime probably. Just RIP and his work is forever.
It's fine take your time always.