Traditionally people think of comics as being pamphlet style books, featuring heroes and villains. However, since the 80’s, comics have been spread over the net to a much wider range of stories and audiences. Today I want to talk about some of the digital aspects of comics.
Category: Musings
Opinions on Media
Mark’s Best Of Gaming – Bravely Default: Flying Fairy (2014)
Bravely Default has everything I ever wanted from an RPG, an intricate and yet simple battle system, solid writing, an incredible soundtrack (especially for a 3DS game), and with a lot of very nice details and extras that are the icing on the cake.
Transforming Comics – Criss-Crossovers 2015 Edition.
Since the 80’s crossovers have become a staple of the comic world. Whether it is self contained through a series of related titles, or done through a big event with multiple tie-ins, they are big draws for readers. Some change the game forever, others bring about quick changes, but the result is the same in…
Scott’s Thoughts: 5 Reasons Everyone Should Experience Kingsday
Every country has their own annual nationwide celebration. Of course, as the majority of Manapop’s writers are from Canada, we here celebrate Canada day on the first of July. There’s the usual festivities of fireworks and parties held downton and in bars and what not. There’s also Independence Day, but I’m sure most of you…
Nintendo, and it’s Role in the Rise of Female Characters in Video Games
Nintendo has definately realized what they’ve stumbled upon. The gears have shifted, and wave after wave of first party titles are feeling a lot more acceptable to both genders, not by changing how the games are made or play, but simply by including more accessable and relatable female characters, and by not being afraid to include more traditionally feminine and cute imagery.