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2024.06.16 06:00:53 Commentary
My reaction to Yen Press' new titles announcement:
- The War of Greedy Witches
I mean the official English digital release has been going on for a while (though it seems it stopped at February in Comikey??) BUT YAAAY!!! LET'S GOOOOO!!!!! Hopefully it has better translation and reach more audience as it deserves
Badass women (plus death game) my beloved 🙏🙏🙏
By the way, I actually haven't read its male counterpart Record of Ragnarok yet despite knowing about it since long ago even before I know this manga lol
SomedayTM
- I Picked Up This World’s Strategy Guide
OMG I NEVER THOUGHT THIS WOULD GET LICENSED SOMEHOW
THANK YOU YEN PRESS 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏
It's an interesting take of "knowing the future of the world that is actually a game (or something)" but not through isekai or reincarnation and it's shoujo!! The art is so good!!
- Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring (manga)
I've heard good things about the LN and pretty sure I read a bit of the manga before? Don't remember lol
At least now I can read it in manga form (maybe LN somedayTM)
Some shoujo titles are interesting as well :o
#manga #light_novel
- The War of Greedy Witches
I mean the official English digital release has been going on for a while (though it seems it stopped at February in Comikey??) BUT YAAAY!!! LET'S GOOOOO!!!!! Hopefully it has better translation and reach more audience as it deserves
Badass women (plus death game) my beloved 🙏🙏🙏
By the way, I actually haven't read its male counterpart Record of Ragnarok yet despite knowing about it since long ago even before I know this manga lol
SomedayTM
- I Picked Up This World’s Strategy Guide
OMG I NEVER THOUGHT THIS WOULD GET LICENSED SOMEHOW
THANK YOU YEN PRESS 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏
It's an interesting take of "knowing the future of the world that is actually a game (or something)" but not through isekai or reincarnation and it's shoujo!! The art is so good!!
- Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring (manga)
I've heard good things about the LN and pretty sure I read a bit of the manga before? Don't remember lol
At least now I can read it in manga form (maybe LN somedayTM)
Some shoujo titles are interesting as well :o
#manga #light_novel
2024.06.15 06:57:29 Commentary
>Have Logitech K380 keyboard for 2-3+ years now
>Left SHIFT suddenly activates 3rd easy-switch
>Right SHIFT randomly types "w", sometimes capital
>Turns out W key is now connected to SHIFT, so it can also become capital randomly
Wtf??? This thing is possessed 😭😭😭
I have 2 other keyboards (3 if I include the worst one I got for free from my brother, I threw it to the storage room) so it's not a big deal, but still very annoying because this keyboard is the most comfy and silent (my mother is nosy, she gonna ask if she hears me type and I also prefer it being silent)
It's also the keyboard for my tablet (though I have a/2 spare(s) I used before)
The other one is a RK G68, I love it but it's sooo noisy. I have to buy new switches but I haven't because (points at empty wallet) and like hell I'd carry it around?! 😭
>Left SHIFT suddenly activates 3rd easy-switch
>Right SHIFT randomly types "w", sometimes capital
>Turns out W key is now connected to SHIFT, so it can also become capital randomly
Wtf??? This thing is possessed 😭😭😭
I have 2 other keyboards (3 if I include the worst one I got for free from my brother, I threw it to the storage room) so it's not a big deal, but still very annoying because this keyboard is the most comfy and silent (my mother is nosy, she gonna ask if she hears me type and I also prefer it being silent)
It's also the keyboard for my tablet (though I have a/2 spare(s) I used before)
The other one is a RK G68, I love it but it's sooo noisy. I have to buy new switches but I haven't because (points at empty wallet) and like hell I'd carry it around?! 😭
2024.06.12 13:49:42 Personal
I KNOW THEIR RELATIONSHIP IS LIKE QPR WHICH I LOVE ALREADY BUT HOLY SHIT, IT GOT EVEN BETTER
"If you can't choose anyone, I'll marry you" IS PEAK QPR OMG, TRULY PLATONIC LIFE PARTNERS!!!
I'M SCREAMING CRYING ROLLING ON THE FLOOR AAAAAAA 😭😭😭
I LOVE THEM SO MUCH 🥹🥹🥹😭😭😭
To put it in a saner way: I REALLY love Ash and Mio's platonic relationship. They're PEAK platonic life partners/QPR (queerplatonic relationship). The truth is, platonic feelings can be as strong and as beautiful (or even more) as romantic feelings, but it's rarely seen in fiction, so I was ecstatic to see it. They're partners, just not romantic partners. But their bond is intimate and special regardless, and I think that's really beautiful.
(Surviving as a Maid chapter 126)
#manhwa #otome_isekai
Bonus: LMAOOO that's true friendship there, beautiful
Update 2024-06-15:
I commented in Kakao Webtoon ID's chapter 126 about liking their platonic relationship (basically what I said in the second paragraph but in Indonesian) and omg!! I'm glad plenty of people agreed with me 🥹
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"If you can't choose anyone, I'll marry you" IS PEAK QPR OMG, TRULY PLATONIC LIFE PARTNERS!!!
I'M SCREAMING CRYING ROLLING ON THE FLOOR AAAAAAA 😭😭😭
I LOVE THEM SO MUCH 🥹🥹🥹😭😭😭
To put it in a saner way: I REALLY love Ash and Mio's platonic relationship. They're PEAK platonic life partners/QPR (queerplatonic relationship). The truth is, platonic feelings can be as strong and as beautiful (or even more) as romantic feelings, but it's rarely seen in fiction, so I was ecstatic to see it. They're partners, just not romantic partners. But their bond is intimate and special regardless, and I think that's really beautiful.
(Surviving as a Maid chapter 126)
#manhwa #otome_isekai
Bonus: LMAOOO that's true friendship there, beautiful
Update 2024-06-15:
I commented in Kakao Webtoon ID's chapter 126 about liking their platonic relationship (basically what I said in the second paragraph but in Indonesian) and omg!! I'm glad plenty of people agreed with me 🥹
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2024.06.07 05:45:35 Commentary
2024/06/04
I FINALLY MANAGED TO ADD CATEGORIES AND TAGS TO MY BLOG, YAY!! That was easier than I thought, thank god. Before, I said that I wanted to make my microblog look like my blog, but turns out it also applies the other way around. Lmao. I put it off for so long because I was stumped on where to put it, as the theme/template I'm using has no sidebar and I like it that way, but then came Tegalog themes/skins. I took the inspiration from the theme/skin I'm using for my microblog.
I FINALLY MANAGED TO ADD CATEGORIES AND TAGS TO MY BLOG, YAY!! That was easier than I thought, thank god. Before, I said that I wanted to make my microblog look like my blog, but turns out it also applies the other way around. Lmao. I put it off for so long because I was stumped on where to put it, as the theme/template I'm using has no sidebar and I like it that way, but then came Tegalog themes/skins. I took the inspiration from the theme/skin I'm using for my microblog.
2024.06.04 14:00:21 Changelog
Hello world!
First post here, in microblog!
After some hurdles (I even emailed the creator of Tegalog...Nishimura-san, thank you very much for dealing with this foreigner with a bad Japanese!! 😭😭😭 The solution turned out to be simple as usual lol but it was still very helpful), I finally managed to set it up yesterday!! I might write a blog post about setting it up.
There are still things to do, especially in regards to how the website looks. I want to make it look similar to my blog. There are also still some Japanese text left that I don't know how to edit yet. But for now, I'm satisfied enough with this to make my first real post!
I'll move/copy-paste some microblog posts (from Twitter, my blog, etc) and backdated them slowly but surely now! Expect more microblog posts here too.
First post here, in microblog!
After some hurdles (I even emailed the creator of Tegalog...Nishimura-san, thank you very much for dealing with this foreigner with a bad Japanese!! 😭😭😭 The solution turned out to be simple as usual lol but it was still very helpful), I finally managed to set it up yesterday!! I might write a blog post about setting it up.
There are still things to do, especially in regards to how the website looks. I want to make it look similar to my blog. There are also still some Japanese text left that I don't know how to edit yet. But for now, I'm satisfied enough with this to make my first real post!
I'll move/copy-paste some microblog posts (from Twitter, my blog, etc) and backdated them slowly but surely now! Expect more microblog posts here too.
2024.06.02 22:16:05 Info
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A letter from a Starmin
Regarding fellow Starmins who left due to the recent situation...I did say "Those who need it deserve a break. Whatever their final decision is, I hope they'll be okay 😢" and it is my true feelings, but I'd be lying if I said it didn't make me feel sad in the slightest, especially when I know those who left. Being a hermit, I don't follow a lot of Starmins, but even I realize how quiet my Twitter timeline has been recently. Their absence is palpable. I regretted not interacting with some of them sooner. I know some of them donated to a certain fan project, so it's a shame they wouldn't be able to see the final result (they can, but they might not feel like it).
It's sad, but it is what it is. Departure from fandoms, and the connection that drift away along with it, happens all the time. It's nothing weird or unusual. You can even say it's inevitable. I've seen it happen over the years and it even happened to myself, too. Interests shift, people come and go, that's all only natural. However, the circumstances is rather unusual this time, so it feels abrupt and jarring. As though a lot of people suddenly vanished at once...it's that kind of feeling.
Perhaps I'm just reiterating what others said, but...to those who are taking a break and left, it's okay. Your feelings are valid, nobody can dismiss that. Hobbies are supposed to be fun. Entertainment is supposed to be fun. It's okay to take a step back when you need it. Please take your time and take care. Whether you're taking a break or leaving, should you wish for it, you can come back anytime. I'll miss you and I wish you all the best.
I still have to form my concrete thoughts about what happened. It's a downer for sure, especially when it happened so close to the live/concert, but it's pretty obvious that I'm staying, at least for now. Sometimes I don't watch any streams, sometimes I feel tired being a fan and want to leave, and sometimes I think I'm drifting away from Holostars. But at the end of the day, I realized that I still love Holostars (and VTubers) too much to leave. The current me can't envision a future without Holostars, but I know very well that's not set in stone. I can't say with certainty that I'll be here forever.
Many things in life are transient. VTubers being what they are, surely they'll come to an end someday, one way or another. Nobody knows what the future holds. And no matter what, as cruel as it is, time goes on. Life goes on. So for now, I can only move forward in this path until it's time for me to stop, for one reason or another, gradually and naturally or not, whenever that is. Only time will tell. But surely, with each step I take, I create precious memories that I'll look back on with a smile, as bittersweet as they are.Fold
Regarding fellow Starmins who left due to the recent situation...I did say "Those who need it deserve a break. Whatever their final decision is, I hope they'll be okay 😢" and it is my true feelings, but I'd be lying if I said it didn't make me feel sad in the slightest, especially when I know those who left. Being a hermit, I don't follow a lot of Starmins, but even I realize how quiet my Twitter timeline has been recently. Their absence is palpable. I regretted not interacting with some of them sooner. I know some of them donated to a certain fan project, so it's a shame they wouldn't be able to see the final result (they can, but they might not feel like it).
It's sad, but it is what it is. Departure from fandoms, and the connection that drift away along with it, happens all the time. It's nothing weird or unusual. You can even say it's inevitable. I've seen it happen over the years and it even happened to myself, too. Interests shift, people come and go, that's all only natural. However, the circumstances is rather unusual this time, so it feels abrupt and jarring. As though a lot of people suddenly vanished at once...it's that kind of feeling.
Perhaps I'm just reiterating what others said, but...to those who are taking a break and left, it's okay. Your feelings are valid, nobody can dismiss that. Hobbies are supposed to be fun. Entertainment is supposed to be fun. It's okay to take a step back when you need it. Please take your time and take care. Whether you're taking a break or leaving, should you wish for it, you can come back anytime. I'll miss you and I wish you all the best.
I still have to form my concrete thoughts about what happened. It's a downer for sure, especially when it happened so close to the live/concert, but it's pretty obvious that I'm staying, at least for now. Sometimes I don't watch any streams, sometimes I feel tired being a fan and want to leave, and sometimes I think I'm drifting away from Holostars. But at the end of the day, I realized that I still love Holostars (and VTubers) too much to leave. The current me can't envision a future without Holostars, but I know very well that's not set in stone. I can't say with certainty that I'll be here forever.
Many things in life are transient. VTubers being what they are, surely they'll come to an end someday, one way or another. Nobody knows what the future holds. And no matter what, as cruel as it is, time goes on. Life goes on. So for now, I can only move forward in this path until it's time for me to stop, for one reason or another, gradually and naturally or not, whenever that is. Only time will tell. But surely, with each step I take, I create precious memories that I'll look back on with a smile, as bittersweet as they are.Fold
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On Manga UP! starting a subscription option...
I think it's great to have subscription option to those who want it. As much as I despise subscription, it's ultimately better than the system of "buying in-app currencies to unlock each chapter" (which is also still done by other comic platforms) as it usually leads to higher cost in the long run. Though of course, subscription also costs a lot over time, and that's another can of worms. What made a lot of people despise in-app currencies is how it seems like the total price of renting (you don't even own it!) a comic is more expensive than buying the physical/digital volumes.
On the other side, subscription is still not helping the problem of accessibility and preservation of media. That said, the other option doesn't help with that, either. I think it's a complicated situation. I still think subscription is a win for consumers, especially when the publisher still offers traditional publishing (as Manga UP! owned by Square Enix does - there are even some old manga in Manga UP! that were originally released as volumes years ago), but it is a saddening fact how fleeting media is in today's world.
#media_preservation #manga #media_accessibility
I think it's great to have subscription option to those who want it. As much as I despise subscription, it's ultimately better than the system of "buying in-app currencies to unlock each chapter" (which is also still done by other comic platforms) as it usually leads to higher cost in the long run. Though of course, subscription also costs a lot over time, and that's another can of worms. What made a lot of people despise in-app currencies is how it seems like the total price of renting (you don't even own it!) a comic is more expensive than buying the physical/digital volumes.
On the other side, subscription is still not helping the problem of accessibility and preservation of media. That said, the other option doesn't help with that, either. I think it's a complicated situation. I still think subscription is a win for consumers, especially when the publisher still offers traditional publishing (as Manga UP! owned by Square Enix does - there are even some old manga in Manga UP! that were originally released as volumes years ago), but it is a saddening fact how fleeting media is in today's world.
#media_preservation #manga #media_accessibility
2024.04.09 23:29:08 Opinion
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My copy of 86 - Eighty Six #light_novel volume 1 is finally here!! 🥰 💕
This is my first Indonesian-published LN, I didn't know what to expect. It's bigger and thicker than I thought, same size as the novels I have, it's good.
I got a pin as pre-order bonus as well!
#86
This is my first Indonesian-published LN, I didn't know what to expect. It's bigger and thicker than I thought, same size as the novels I have, it's good.
I got a pin as pre-order bonus as well!
#86
2024.03.03 07:02:25 Personal
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#Love_and_Deepspace [First Impressions]
I was hesitant because I don't like the semi-realistic 3D models but my sister pushed me to try Love And Deepsace
I had a hunch from the vibes and style, but it's made by Papergames, after all! No wonder they have the budget. Infold is a cute name ngl (cause paper folds...lol)
Papergames made Shining Nikki (3D dress-up game) and the player customization is very detailed here (even voice!), but sadly, it doesn't have a lot of hair styles. Can't even change the color
I tried to make Serena from "Charming the Duke of the North" manhwa lol (go read it 🫵)
You have more hair options in photo-shoot for some reason (I didn't change the hair style though)
(Yes ofc I picked Xavier...maybe for now)
I wish the text box isn't scroll able, it's messing me up. Just cut off the sentences or enlarge the box, please
Though at least it doesn't overflow, unlike in Shining Nikki (it doesn't happen a lot, but it happens) lol
This game heats up my phone even in medium graphics but at least it loads quickly and it's pretty smooth all-around
WHY ISN'T SHINING NIKKI LIKE THIS?? THAT GAME TAKES 5+ MINUTES TO LOAD. SOCIAL MEDIA IS HEAVY AF TOO 😭😭😭
I am begging Papergames to optimize SN, thank you
Closing thoughts
I dunno if I'll keep playing it
The gameplay is cool and I'm very glad we have this kind of husbando/otome game, but I'm not very interested in the romance aspect (weird coming from an otoge player who also played Tears of Themis, I know)
Only time will tellFold
I was hesitant because I don't like the semi-realistic 3D models but my sister pushed me to try Love And Deepsace
I had a hunch from the vibes and style, but it's made by Papergames, after all! No wonder they have the budget. Infold is a cute name ngl (cause paper folds...lol)
Papergames made Shining Nikki (3D dress-up game) and the player customization is very detailed here (even voice!), but sadly, it doesn't have a lot of hair styles. Can't even change the color
I tried to make Serena from "Charming the Duke of the North" manhwa lol (go read it 🫵)
You have more hair options in photo-shoot for some reason (I didn't change the hair style though)
(Yes ofc I picked Xavier...maybe for now)
I wish the text box isn't scroll able, it's messing me up. Just cut off the sentences or enlarge the box, please
Though at least it doesn't overflow, unlike in Shining Nikki (it doesn't happen a lot, but it happens) lol
This game heats up my phone even in medium graphics but at least it loads quickly and it's pretty smooth all-around
WHY ISN'T SHINING NIKKI LIKE THIS?? THAT GAME TAKES 5+ MINUTES TO LOAD. SOCIAL MEDIA IS HEAVY AF TOO 😭😭😭
I am begging Papergames to optimize SN, thank you
Closing thoughts
I dunno if I'll keep playing it
The gameplay is cool and I'm very glad we have this kind of husbando/otome game, but I'm not very interested in the romance aspect (weird coming from an otoge player who also played Tears of Themis, I know)
Only time will tellFold
2024.01.20 00:56:20 Gaming
- Rascal Does Not Dream of a Bunny Girl Senpai (manga)
It was already announced before this, so not surprised. A bit too bad it's the manga instead of the original light novel, but I'm still looking forward to it!! I hope the light novel will get picked up, too
- Lycoris Recoil (manga and LN)
SURPRISE OMG.
- The Summer Hikaru Died
HUH????? FOR REAL?!?!?!
I know it's not technically BL now or something but still...I'm REALLY surprised. The most shocking new title announcement ever for me. I'd never thought it'd get published here at all...
Whoever managed to license it, thank you very much!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Let's see how it goes 👀🙏
- Re: ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- (LN)
I KNEW THIS WOULD EVENTUALLY GET PUBLISHED!! I'M REALLY HAPPY ABOUT THAT!!!
- My Happy Marriage (LN)
OMG!!! FOR REAL?!?!?! FINALLY, SOMETHING THAT CATERS TO GIRLS...THANK YOU 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏
The anime was very very successful (even reached quite mainstream audience, I believe?) so I guess that's why lol
I hope more this will open up the path for more LNs for girls to get published in the future!! Most of the titles from Phoenix Gramedia so far has been for men...I understand why, they're all popular titles, but still...
- Eminence in Shadow (LN)
After the manga, comes the LN! Yay!! I actually came to love the series thanks to the manga, but I haven't read the LN and haven't finished the anime lol. I haven't bought the manga yet, though...
- 3 LNs from SB Creative publisher
Phoenix Gramedia is a cooperation between Gramedia Indonesia and KADOKAWA. Is SB Creative a part of KADOKAWA? I'm not sure. If not, this is very interesting. Though it also makes sense they want to get these 3 titles as they're all popular
The lineup side-by-side tickled me for some reason lol
Update 2024/06/20: Just checked Wikipedia and SB Creative isn't part of KADOKAWA!! So Phoenix Gramedia is starting to publish titles from other publishers, too!! Very interesting
I believe some of these titles are a bit risque. I wonder if there will be censorship?
Oh man, so many interesting titles...and they aren't cheap. Even the manga is a bit more expensive (65K VS 45K, which is already expensive). How will I be able to buy them all?? I haven't even bought "86 - Eighty Six" (LN) volume 2 yet!! 😭😭😭 (It was honestly a bit painful to miss the pre-order this time, as I pre-ordered volume 1 and got a freebie...well the freebies aren't much, I'm not even interested in the map, but still!!) I really need to graduate and get a job ASAP to fund my hobbies orz
#manga #light_novelFold