The American TV networks are gearing up for a lot more superhero shows. There’s the Flash spin-off from Arrow. There’s also Daredevil, Iron Fist, Luke Cage and Jessica Jones due at Netflix. NBC have a Constantine show coming too. Matt Ryan’s Constantine looks a lot like Constantine! As much as I have a grumble about […]
TV show news, trailers and reviews
Welcome to Geek Native's TV section, your guide to the best of the small screen. From epic fantasy series and sci-fi sagas to the latest superhero shows, we cover the television that fuels our geek passions. This is your hub for news, reviews, and a whole host of trailers to keep you ready for the next big premiere.
Our TV coverage has a special focus on Anime, with a dedicated section for the latest news and reviews from Japan. We also explore the ever-growing world of Online Shows, including the popular 'Actual Play' series where tabletop adventures come to life on screen. Whatever you're watching, you'll find it discussed here.
8 visions of the dragon god Shenlong
In Chinese mythology Shenlong (or Shen-lung; translating to spirit dragon) is the master of storms and bringer of rain. He has significance equal to that of the celestial dragon Tianlong. By VampirePrincess007 / Natalia on Deviant Art. I first encountered Shenlong by watching Dragon Ball. It’s that image of a huge, spiralling green dragon that […]
Nirvana: A review of Fairy Tail part 5
Part 5 of Fairy Tail means episodes 49 to 60. It’s an important section of the Fairy Tail mythos too. In the previous 50 or so episodes we’ve met Natsu, Lucy and then the Fairy Tail guild. We’ve gone on missions with Erza and Gray, encountered the Tower of Heaven and really serious Guild politics. […]
Blade & Soul: Trailer and character art
Blade & Soul is a Korean MMORPG and it is popular enough to be getting the anime treatment. Gonzo are handling the project with Hiroshi Takeuchi (Bodacious Space Pirates) and Hiroshi Hamasaki (Steins;Gate) directing. This is not an anime that goes into battle sensible female armour. It’s inspired, in part, by the four benevolent animals […]
The Geek Handbook video project scrambles for cash on Indiegogo
[Back this Campaign] With just over $300 in the bank and 15 days left to raise the full $2,000 it looks like this campaign to do a video series version of The Geek Handbook is having to work hard for every dime. I’ve seen campaigns raise $2,000 in hours – so everything is possible. I […]
A blast from the past: Naruto Shippuden movie 4 – The Lost Tower
The Lost Tower starts well. We don’t have some of the momentum issues that Naruto sometimes suffers from. It’s combat from the outset and it is designed to grab your attention. The start of the movie sees Yamato leading a mission to capture a puppet master called Mukade. Naruto, Sai and Sakura are with him. […]
Irregular Reconnaissance: Anime #6
What’s worth watching? What’s best giving a miss? If you’re making your way through any anime series then please leave your suggestions in the comments below. In the meantime; here’s a catch up on the latest batch of anime I’ve been watching. Consider these status reports or micro reviews. Strike the Blood Episode 9 Strike […]
3 Magi – The Labyrinth of Magic characters from 3 deviant artists
This week Magi: The Labryinth of Magic hit the shelves in the UK. There are three main characters in the popular anime; a young man fresh out of seclusion called Aladdin, Alibaba whom he meets on early on and who wishes to explore the dungeon of Amon and its treasures, and the freed slave Morgiana. […]
Irregular Reconnaissance: Anime #5
There’s a batch of micro-reviews and status updates on a range of series in Irregular Reconnaissance: Anime. The column acts as a way to measure what’s grabbing my time and attention and what’s falling out of favour. What’s the point? There’s a lot of anime to watch and sometimes a nudge yes or a nudge […]
Doctor Who: Brand new character announced but he is a Companion?
The BBC have announced this morning that Samuel Anderson is joining Doctor Who. He’ll play a character called Danny Pink who works at Coal Hill School. Fans should know Coal Hill School for two reasons. Last year it was shown that Clara Oswald works there. In the very first episode of Doctor Who the teachers […]
