First released in 2013, Tony Valente’s Radiant tells the story of Seth, a young apprentice sorcerer who dreams of becoming a Nemesis Hunter. Continuously on the move with his mentor Alma, the two of them are Infected – humans who came into contact with demons (Nemesis) and survived. In a world where magic is viewed … Read more
Every once in a while appears an anime from nowhere, that captivates its audience’s imagination, and defines its generation. Some deliver compelling writing, redefine genre rules, or break medium conventions through exceptional storytelling. Others build on prior successful works and develop their own voice. Even shows that adhere to a formula can present a worthwhile … Read more
So for the past year or more, I’ve been gradually trudging my way through the entire Monogatari anime series — all 100 episodes and 3 movies, and writing my thoughts about them on AniTAY. Although I’ve recently finished watching the final season, I can’t quite bring myself to write about it. Yet. Don’t worry, I’ll get round … Read more
Tower of God opens on a vague promise: those that rise to the challenge and ascend the tower can become “God,” granting them any desire. Based on the popular manhwa and webtoon from South Korea, ToG quickly became one of the hottest new anime of Spring 2020 in large part due to the existing fanbase, … Read more
Visual novels are a uniquely Japanese fusion of video games and prose, that although gradually gaining popularity as a genre in the west, are still very much a niche interest. Vast and confusing franchises like Fate found their humble beginnings in these often lengthy tales, before finding international success via adaptations into other media. Steins;Gate, one of my … Read more
I have recently returned to consistent gaming after over a decade of dabbling. I am reviewing games that work for me, as I finish them. Well…usually… I’m writing this review before finishing this game. As of this point, I’m halfway through. Maybe I’ll write another review of the second half once I finish, and get two of … Read more
“People are not born human. They become human.” Based on the French comic (or “manfra”) of the same name by Tony Valente, 2018’s Radiant was an ambitious newcomer eager to make its mark in the overcrowded field of Shonen. As the first season moved past its formal introductions and into its main story line, it … Read more
“You and I aren’t the only ones who understand that. Everyone has things that don’t go the way they want. But we go on living. Just the way you have to…” Before I get into this, let me tell you a story. Though I’ve been an avid reader of Kotaku, TAY, and AniTAY for years, … Read more
In the world of Radiant, demons known as the Nemesis fall from the sky and begin wreaking havoc and infecting its inhabitants. Those that survive are cursed, the nature of their infection varying from person to person. A few are capable of wielding magic called Fantasia and are known as sorcerers. One of the latest … Read more