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In which I contemplate One Piece (and nothing less than the meaning of life)

Posted on July 1, 2010 by bateszi

One Piece begins with the execution of the Pirate King, Gol D. Roger. His death was intended to symbolize the power of the World Government, but had the opposite effect instead, conceiving the Golden Age of Pirates! One Piece is … Continue reading →

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Time to champion Ookiku Furikabutte

Posted on February 18, 2008 by bateszi

Living in ol’ Blightly, we aren’t taught the delights of baseball. For us, it’s either cricket or rounders, and the latter’s enjoyed mostly by girls anyway. So I sat down to watch Ookiku Furikabutte knowing basically zip all about the … Continue reading →

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A movie about Ping Pong, can’t be good, surely?

Posted on July 29, 2007 by bateszi

One of my favourite films of all time; a charming and philosophical portrait of human nature painted by an eccentric quartet of characters in love with ping pong. Here’s why. Continue reading →

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One Piece – Finishing Enies Lobby ~ To the ocean, back to the sea of adventure

Posted on July 7, 2007 by bateszi

When you enjoy something so completely, it’s never easy to write a review about it, and, as if you didn’t know already, I love One Piece. Of course, I could just not bother with this blogging nonsense, but I can’t … Continue reading →

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Gungrave, last three episode of. Recommended times infinity.

Posted on May 20, 2007 by bateszi

Now that Harry’s henchmen have been all but vanquished, Millenion’s stranglehold on the city has crumbled into nothing but dust. Looking to avenge his old friends and settle old scores, the scarred and tired Brandon is left searching deserted streets … Continue reading →

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One Piece – Winning without even throwing a punch

Posted on October 13, 2006 by bateszi

It’s funny how we spend hours upon hours watching anime, often only for but a few short minutes of absolute pay off. I watch One Piece for these transcendental moments; don’t get me wrong, it’s a consistently fun show but … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the NHK! – 2 – Crazy-otaku neighbour to the rescue

Posted on July 25, 2006 by bateszi

Sato meets with young Misaki to talk about her “how to take the hikomori out of Sato” project. Though with his trademark destructive hiko-nature, Sato immediately tries to deny his shut-in ways by proving to Misaki that he does have … Continue reading →

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The Alabasta Arc of One Piece

Posted on July 22, 2006 by bateszi

The Alabasta Arc of One Piece sees this fine series at the top of its game, juggling dynamic character drama, explosive political upheaval and some eccentric body twisting action. Despite falling into a few classic Shounen Jump cliches (not least … Continue reading →

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One Piece – Pacifism and crocodiles don’t mix

Posted on June 11, 2006 by bateszi

Having marched across endless miles of desolate landscapes and lifeless desert, Luffy finally snaps at Vivi and in his own unique way, lets her know a few important home truths; while admirable, her selfless pacifism can not save lives. Villains … Continue reading →

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One Piece – My Love Lorn Introduction

Posted on March 22, 2006 by bateszi

When it comes to swash-buckling Shounen Jump fun, the winky smiley face of One Piece stands proud. It took me a while to catch onto this show- I only started watching in January 2006, but spurred on by what has … Continue reading →

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