Though it addresses serious themes such as war and loss, the film retains a sense of hope and resilience, showcasing Totto-chan’s steadfast optimism and the transformative power of education.
Review: Sand Land, from the pen of Dragon Ball’s Akira Toriyama
Sand Land visually captures the essence of Akira Toriyama’s distinctive art style, known for its blend of cartoonish exaggeration and detailed mechanical designs.
Review: Look Back – a sadly magical anime
The director of Look Back is Kiyotaka Oshiyama of Devilman: Crybaby (key animation) and Chainsaw Man (devil designer). So don’t expect a wholesome story!
Review: The Colours Within, wholesome anime hero
The Colours Within is a heartwarming and visually stunning anime that explores the power of music and friendship to overcome personal struggles.
Review: Kurayuaba, charcoalpunk that comes up undercooked
Ultimately, Kurayukaba is a film that prioritises style and atmosphere over a gripping narrative, making it a visually impressive but narratively underwhelming experience for some.
Review: A Few Moments of Cheers
A Few Moments of Cheers has a unique visual style that blends 3DCG animation with hand-drawn elements, creating a distinct aesthetic that sets it apart from traditional anime.
Routinely Itemised: RPGs #282
The tabletop RPG world catches up with Mongoose Publishing’s annual report, Hasbro’s declining D&D sales, the release of the first official Blades in the Dark supplement, and the arrival of Krampus-themed content
Special Preview: The Glove prequel, ‘Forged of Fate’
That 10th-anniversary showcase post from Bronwen also mentioned Forged of Fate. That’s a prequel for which CEO Paul Graham told us we’ll be there to learn more about Tim’s mother and autism.
Review: Code Geass – Rozé of the Recapture parts 1, 2, 3 and 4!
Despite the legacy of the Code Geass series and movies and despite a twisty-turny plot, Rozé of the Recapture is easy to follow.
Ashes Without Number: Sine Nomine ends the world and sets Kickstarter alight
Kevin Crawford, the one-man-power that is Sine Nomine Publishing, is back on Kickstarter. Ashes Without Number is an RPG for the end of the world, and that can be whatever terrible end you fancy.









