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Death by Harem

Posted on 2006/10/07 by Zyl

Click above for 800 x 600 size. My entry for the RIUVA contest. I’ve always been fascinated as to how the etymology of the Arabic root of “harem” has meanings of the forbidden and the sacred; in contrast, when “harem” … Continue reading →

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Stripey Joins PPP

Posted on 2006/10/02 by Zyl

cf. Section 376 of the Singapore Penal Code (Cap 224) Dear Stripey, I am writing to inform you that, after much deliberation, the Ai Ai Asa (AAA) will not be renewing your membership. In the past, you had shown leanings … Continue reading →

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SHUFFLE! Memories & Really? Really!

Posted on 2006/09/23 by Zyl

Me heart fluttered with excitement when I read the announcement that SHUFFLE! will returning to TV in the winter. Thought it was going to be an OVA. Apparently SHUFFLE! Memories is just a Director’s Cut (whatever that means) repeat broadcast … Continue reading →

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SHUFFLE! Manga Vol.1 Ch 1-2

Posted on 2006/07/16 by Zyl

Kudoes to Kawaii Heavens (They Of Fanbook Munificience) for scanlating the SHUFFLE! manga. Although we see the occasional series where the manga is licensed but the anime is not (e.g. Keroro Gunsou), I don’t think SHUFFLE! will ever reach the … Continue reading →

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Psycho is the new moé

Posted on 2006/05/04 by Zyl

T_|’s comment captures a trend so well. And I certainly can’t resist a chance to make fun of Sakura Matou and Kaede Fuyou at the same time. But unless we get Heaven’s Feel, both girls (whose games were commercially released … Continue reading →

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Kabitzin Bane

Posted on 2006/04/14 by Zyl

Well, actually more like Lisianthus Bane (re: SHUFFLE! Ep 5 and I wonder what Kikyou’s feelings are on this matter). Nonetheless one suspects that the double combo sliminess of okra and nattou will probably not find favour with the Administar … Continue reading →

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Oaths Translated

Posted on 2006/02/11 by Zyl

Chigusa: Shaaaana-chan, a kiss between the lips is like a solemn oath. [Trs: I can help you practise so that you can surprise Yuuji! – after reading Jason’s post, I just can’t get Chigusa’s Shizuru :3 aura out of my … Continue reading →

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