Hey, this is Bergars. Long-winded reviewer.
I review everything I watch/read in a needlessly long way. Be it movies, anime, manga, you name it, even letterbox has my long-ass reviews (Profile name: burgos12x)
I've been a fan for a long time, and I love writing, so, easy combo. I hope you like what you see. React, and check out my letterboxd if you like to hear more about my opinions.
Statistics
All Manga Stats Manga Stats
Days: 99.4
Mean Score:
7.61
- Reading34
- Completed222
- On-Hold19
- Dropped9
- Plan to Read174
- Total Entries458
- Reread2
- Chapters15,759
- Volumes1,434
All Comments (12) Comments
Fire Punch—ah yes, the edgy manga for those who confuse shock value with substance. I’m sure the grotesque violence and nihilism felt "deep" to you, but sadly, it only scratches the surface of what true existential commentary should look like. It’s the manga equivalent of a teenager scrawling “life is pain” in their journal, mistaking angst for profundity.
And Berserk—truly, a classic. But tell me, does everyone who proclaims their love for it even understand the psychological intricacies beyond its "cool" fights? Or is it just about big swords and dark fantasy to you? While Berserk does have its merits, I doubt you grasp the underlying critique of power and the human condition. It’s a series that thinks, yet most of its fans... well, they don’t.
Bastard!!—I’m almost embarrassed for you. A relic of the ‘80s that leans so heavily into its own ridiculousness, you might as well be praising it for its campy attempts at being "epic." Have you mistaken nostalgia for actual artistic value? It’s laughably shallow if you have the mental capacity to compare it to something like Blame!, but, of course, that’s beyond your reach, isn’t it?
Now we arrive at Vinland Saga. Ah, how predictable. A Viking tale with blood and honor—how profound. Yet it’s clear that you are likely swept up in the historical action without even pausing to reflect on the deeper philosophical meditations on violence, peace, and personal identity. Vinland Saga isn’t just about swinging swords and men yelling about revenge, but I’m sure that’s all you’ve taken away from it.
Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica—I could barely contain my smirk upon seeing this one. I suppose you consider yourself clever for watching a "deconstruction" of the magical girl genre, don’t you? Unfortunately, this anime’s idiotic attempt at profundity is paper-thin. It’s a shallow shock tactic disguised as commentary. I’m sure you were enraptured by its darker tone, but darkness alone does not equal depth. At best, this is entry-level "thought-provoking" anime for those who don’t know better.
And then there’s Ping Pong the Animation. A desperate grab at seeming "cultured" by liking an "artsy" sports anime. Let me guess, you think the unusual animation style somehow makes it avant-garde? The sports genre with a deeper message about life? Please. Ping Pong tries, but the animation is clunky, and its attempts at profundity pale in comparison to true masterpieces of visual storytelling. It’s the sort of series people praise to feel superior without actually understanding the subtleties of narrative form.
All in all, your selection tells me one thing: you’re trying so hard to appear well-versed, yet you’re merely skimming the surface of what true manga and anime appreciation entails. If you wish to continue being a neophyte to the medium, that’s your choice. But please, spare me the idea that you have any grasp of the true depth of anime or manga. It’s painfully obvious that your tastes, while not offensively bad, are the mark of someone who still has much to learn. When you’ve evolved beyond mere superficiality and can engage with titles of true intellectual substance, such as Blame!, feel free to return. Until then, I recommend sitting back and reflecting on the limits of your own understanding.
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