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
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
“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
When Radiant concluded its first season back in winter of this year, its first story arc ended on a key note that came to define the narrative and direction the series was heading into. Though there has been no shortage of amazing new Shonen titles and highly anticipated sequels this year, I’ve had a lot … 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