Ohayotaku
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Thanks for the follow
In regards to your faves, I’m also enjoying Mushoku Tensei, despite certain elements being cringey. And since you like Madoka, I recommend Wonder Egg Priority
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I don’t think I’ll ever get used to the Universal Studios fanfare playing before Funimation’s new anime episodes
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So lately I keep seeing the terms otaku & weeb/weaboo used interchangeably. Maybe no longer the case but the distinction I learned was “otaku” when used to refer to a westerner is someone who’s a fan of japanese pop culture (anime/manga/video games etc). A “weeb/weaboo” was a westerner who’s convinced japanese culture/heritage is superior to their own and tries to imitate japanese mannerisms & philosophy, but usually wind up coming across as a false stereotype (wannabe/poser). So while I accept the label otaku, “weeb” makes me cringe. Of course from a purely japanese semantic, otaku can be used to refer to someone with an unhealthy obsession about anything, usually to the point where it has a negative effect on other aspects of their life.
Anyway, not trying to call anyone out, just something of a pet peeve of mine.
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The distinction has more than likely become faded over time as anime has grown into more of a mainstream interest rather than a niche hobby with an accompanying colloquial image. Add to that what I like to call "Gen Z irony culture" and you've got the once negative term of 'weeb/weaboo' now flipped on its head into a more approachable and perhaps even affectionate label almost indistinguishable from otaku to the uninitiated. The observable difference you see remaining is that one who considers themselves 'otaku' is more likely an experienced and serious/involved fan whereas calling oneself a 'weeb' is perhaps simply an indication they enjoy watching a couple of anime titles or games.
I get you though. It feels a bit invalidating when labels get thrown around carelessly and lines get blurred. I see that in a lot of other areas I concern myself with outside of anime. Dang normies.
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The thaw begins
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Yesterday was Fat Buu’s Day
Which makes today Ash Wednesday
(apologies for reusing this joke
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Woke up to about a foot of snow that fell overnight. Think it’s the most we’ve had in at least 6 years. Fortunately it’s not that cold (mid-20s)
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Henceforth I will be abbreviating Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town? (Tatoeba Last Dungeon Mae no Mura no Shounen ga Joban no Machi de Kurasu Youna Monogatari) as OP Bumpkin
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My first impression of Otherside Picnic: Cocona & Papika from Flip Flappers if they were college students
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This article has some cute/funny anime themed Christmas images
https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2020-12-24/happy-holidays-from-the-anime-world/.167708
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https://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-feature/2020/12/23-1/quiz-which-demon-slayer-character-are-you
So I took this “What character from Demon Slayer?” quiz & came up with Zenitsu ... as if my self esteem hasn’t been low enough lately
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Just finished wrapping the nephews’ presents. Actually going to have to do some last minute shopping tomorrow to top off the adults.
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Been meaning to watch Log Horizon for awhile. Unfortunately, season 1 is no longer available on CR/VRV. Not on Funi either though they announced they’d be streaming season 3. So I took a chance on a copy of the blu ray complete collection I found on ebay for $50. Arrived today legit & still shrink wrapped. Will start watching later this week.
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Gotta believe the number of Gojo fangirls is gonna spike after this week’s ep of Jujutsu Kaisen
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It really does, though...
SpoilerI thought highly of him from the point on ward when he was messing around with Sukuna.
Also when Sukuna made some remarks towards his strenght in the earlier episodes.
Yes, this one was quite hilarious!
SpoilerI'm still wondering who of the bunch may be the strongest if Jogo is worth only 8 fingers.
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Maki Oze: redefining “girls with guns”
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Welp, I can add By the Grace of the Gods to the list of anime that have brought a tear to my eye.
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My overall impression of the Summer 2020 season of anime
https://www.crunchyroll.com/forumtopic-1061920/-summer-2020-anime-awards-#58661072
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Will probably pass on Higurasgi~New since I watched the original around this time last year & everything I’ve seen on it indicates it’s the same story with a slightly different art style (actually prefer the older style
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I am planning on watching Burn the Witch this evening though.
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My current avi is Sekhmet (aka The Witch of Sloth) from Re:Zero. Which fits my mood lately -_-zzz
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Trying to ID your avi. Is she from Strawberry Panic?
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@Ohayotaku Yes she is! Shizuma Hanazono. One of the main characters in the series.
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@Ohayotaku Right. Last time I watched it I believe I was still in school. I remember binge watching the entire series with my best friend; sitting on my bed. Would have to take a couple bathroom breaks and get snacks but otherwise my entire weekend was spent watching that series, lol. I miss those times honestly.
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Ah yes, birthdays. Life’s little way of saying
Life’ll kill ya, but doesn’t mean we can’t put up one hell of a fight
And thanks for the anime recommendation! I was just looking for new anime so this is perfect! I'll definitely check it out!
But at least the power is on.
