Steven Universe SN4 EP6 – ‘Last One Out Of Beach City’

Steven Universe is always busting down walls be they big or small and this episode was just another wall to knock down. A brilliant episode that involves just Steven, Amethyst and Pearl hanging out.

The episode begins with Amethyst being excited for a Rock show that Steven’s dad Greg is taking her too. When Greg flakes because a prior commitment that he had forgotten Amethyst feels like giving up this dream. Pearl suggests Amethyst go with her and Steven to the show.

After a little makeover in which Pearl puts on a leather jacket and skinny jeans they head out. In an uncharacteristic moment Pearl pops her collar and uses the word “gooder” as she is trying to be cool.

It’s here that the episode really begins. A woman who looks suprisingly like Steven’s mom and Pearl’s truest of loves, walks in. Pearl freaks out like someone in love and wants to talk to her. In a humorous moment she makes a fool of herself knocking over cups.

After this they head out on the road, and soon meet up with the woman again. She drives by them and Pearl is suddenly speeding forward. Pearl really wants to show them she can do this. It is a beautiful moment as Pearl looks out the window and smiles at the mystery woman who smiles back.

Clearly she is at least a little curious about Pearl. They get chased by cops and when they pull behind a billboard the car is found to be out of gas. They end up walking a little ways and soon realize they actually made it to the venue. The girl happens to be there.

In a beautiful voiceless scene Pearl talks to the girl and makes her smile. Pearl is given a “Secret code” which just turns out to the girl who calls wrote her name as S’s phone number.

There is then a short credit sequence in which it tells who the four main players are, with Pearl being the hero, Amethyst the wingman, Steven the Voice of Reason, and S as the mystery girl.

I really love this series as it is really the one out there to have lesbian relationships in the spotlight. I am curious to find out more about S and hope she and Pearl are able to find some happiness if only for a moment. They wouldn’t break Pearl’s heart again by taking this Rose-esque woman away from her, right?

Tune in to next week’s episode Onion Gang!

The Oft-Kilter Romantic Comedy Manga Nisekoi Has Ended And Why It’s Worth The Read/Watch

The manga Nisekoi or False Love by Naoshi Komi is something that I have really enjoyed despite it not really being something I may have read when I first started watching Anime and reading Manga. As I have aged I have discovered so many different genres within these areas and have found enjoyment reading ones that caught my eye.

This romantic comedy about teenage love is something that was really fun to read. The characters all had their own thoughts and feelings that were clearly understood. Raku was a seemingly normal guy who just so happened to attract sweet ladies and that is part of what makes this so funny.

This story has many different facets of interesting ideas that play throughout the story. First of all Raku and Chitoge are of different sides of the same criminal coin. Raku is the son of a Japanese mobster and Chitoge is the daughter of more standard mobster. When these two are forced to date each other to make a treaty between families of course comedy ensues.

Raku and Chitoge have this big secret that they keep from everyone for a long while until eventually it is spilled. Of course this leads to drama as now Raku is really a free agent. Though that doesn’t mean everyone knows, it really is only the core group.

Amidst all this Raku is in love with his childhood friend Onodera. Eventually other women from his past like the sickly and jubilant Marika, Yui the head of the Char Siu mafia and Chitoge’s body guard Tsugumi come into the picture. Raku has no idea at first that they were all friends in the past during one magical summer.

This story intertwines these different characters because they were all once really good friends even if it was just for a short time. The idea of love is tied to a locked pendant Raku wears on his neck. Each of the women besides Tsugumi carries a key which may or may not unlock this pendant.

I really enjoyed this story because there were so many ways it could have ended. Though I would have been happier if another character had ended up with Raku I am also happy that he ended up with who he ended up with. Now I won’t go and spoil the ending for you, so you may be inclined to read all 229 chapters of this splendid manga.

If you enjoy, romantic comedy, sweets, mobsters, and an often times dramatic love story then you should check out this manga. Naoshi Komi is a wild and creative man who really has made something beautiful and really just give it a shot. I am excited to see what this man has in store for us with whatever manga he whips up next.

PokemonGo Plus Is Coming Out Next Week on September 16th!

They announced Pokemon Go Plus awhile ago but inevitably pushed back it’s release date to an unspecified time.

It’s finally been announced that this little gizmo is finally coming out.

I think I was definitely more excited for this a few months ago and now am not sure if I really want it.

The idea of playing Pokemon Go with a wearable device is quite appealing though. It really can be such a pain to have to have your phone out all the time when you are playing this.

Plus with all of the issues that still exist I wonder how many people are going to jump in and buy this.

Eventually Pokemon Go will be fixed up I’m sure so it’s your call. Remember September 16th as that’s when it comes out!

You’re The Worst SN3 EP2 – ‘Fix Me, Dummy’

The second episode the third season of You’re the Worst begins with our friends Jimmy and Gretchen sitting on the couch. Jimmy has just sent out his book proposal to the publisher and gets a celebratory handy from his lady.

Jimmy goes into see the therapist with Gretchen, Gretchen is not up to therapy. But she is tasked to do one thing and Jimmy suggests she finally open the mail she has been putting off opening.

Lindsay stabbed Paul at the end of the last episode. Now, she is working to heal him and she clearly is not happy that he is such a whiner. She dumps the pills in her purse and heads out to see her friends.

Gretchen says she is quitting therapy because she was given homework. Clearly something else is bothering her, she just needs to face whatever it is head on.

Edgar gives Jimmy’s notes on his book proposal. But Jimmy won’t hear them as he just wanted Edgar’s praise.

Gretchen heads back to tell her therapist she is quitting therapy. The therapist reads through her bullshit and knows that she will regret her decision. In a beautiful moment she makes Gretchen think show weakness which she isn’t likely to do. Gretchen is such a visceral character and she clearly knows she needs help which is why this is such a poignant scene.

Jimmy begins fixing his piece with a bit of help from Edgar though he doesn’t want to admit it. He is upset that Edgar let Dorothy read his work which he says has already been sent in.

Gretchen and Lindsay sit outside the therapist’s office and eat Paul’s pills. Gretchen wants to egg her house but eventually falls asleep. When the therapist comes out Gretchen reveals she hates feeling vulnerable. With some talk about the therapist’s own problems with her boyfriend’s locking things down she makes Gretchen reevaluate stopping therapy.

Jimmy sits outside the moving truck with a group of people and talks about his book. His book is a little too above them but he does learn a little. Jimmy is the kind of guy who thrives on the big ideas. He wants to write the next classic and is often not totally honest with himself. But clearly he just wants to feel appreciated.

This was another great episode of You’re the Worst. Gretchen is clearly going to work on herself this season, and that is wonderful. I really do enjoy seeing characters especially one so set in her ways initially growing as a person.

Edgar helps the homeless veterans make signs to change their lives. He really is such an interesting character as he just wants to help people. He knows the struggle of coming home from war and wants to aid his fellow man. But he leaves his girlfriend Dorothy to move her stuff into her new place. When she comes to see him and he shows he cares she returns the favor and says they can use the boxes to make fresh signs.

Gretchen and Jimmy are both feeling down about their respective days. Gretchen opens up the mail like she promised and finds a letter from Jimmy’s sister. His father has died. He comes bounding in because his book idea has sold. This weight of knowing something so personal will certainly affect Gretchen. The way her eyes fill with emotion is so beautiful as she does really care about Jimmy and really doesn’t want to spoil his big moment.

Again just a stellar episode of this amazing show. This really is a show that makes use of its characters and makes them so real it almost hurts. I feel for these characters and that is the beauty of this show, characters so real you feel for them on an emotional level. I cannot wait for next week’s episode Bad News: Dude’s Dead.

 

If You Enjoy Nintendo, Nickelodeon, And Geeky Stuff Watch Chadtronic

I know this isn’t really the usual article you’d find on ye old Skatronixxx but here goes. I have a suggestion for all you YouTube viewers out there. Watch Chadtronic.

This guy is definitely capable of going places and I enjoy every video he posts. This guy is smart as a whip and deserves all the praise and admiration he gets.

Clearly he just does what he wants and thus gains viewers. He may kowtow a little here and there but he really does flow his own thoughts.

If you enjoy Nickelodeon and Nintendo I really must say you should watch his videos. He really is someone to watch because he is super hilarious and so witty.

So do yourself a favor and check out one of his videos. If it doesn’t put a smile on your face you must be a robot.

The Amazing World Of Gumball Is Ending…

The Amazing World of Gumball is a show that premiered around the time of Adventure Time and Regular Show. A show of that new era of Cartoonetwork.

I for one love the show and was saddened to hear that it was announced it will be ending.

It has been said by the creator Ben Boculet that the series will end after the 6th season which is thankfully 78 episodes away.

Even though I know I have much more Gumball to watch it saddens me that it going away just like Regular Show. At least we will still have reruns.

JK “Comissioner Gordon” Simmons Has Finished His Work For Justice League

I am so excited to see how JK Simmons portrays the beloved DC Comics character James Gordon. This character is someone who has always been portrayed by amazing actors at least in the last two live action appearance.

Gary Oldman in the Dark Knight Trilogy will be a hard Commissioner to beat in this writer’s humble opinion. His portrayal was just astounding. Ben McKenzie is currently playing a younger Commissioner Gordon and doing a stellar job. He is certainly growing into the Commissioner Gotham needs.

If anyone can uphold the honor of this mantle it is definitely JK Simmons. This man is a talented and wondrous actor. He brings this powerful energy to every role he performs. He is also already in fantastic shape so putting him in a super hero movie is a perfect fit.

He has finished filming for Justice League which is already shaping up to be an amazing film. I am so ready to see the DC Heroes join together like the Avengers. It really has been a long time coming.

JK Simmons being so humble has also praised Zack Snyder for his creation of the Justice League movie. If JK Simmons approves who am I to say anything but I am down to see this film as soon as I am able!

The Justice League comes together on June 14, 2019 and even though that is about three years a way I say bring it on!

Ni No Kuni 2? More like Ni No Hugey!

It has been said that the new Ni No Kuni Game will be quite the monster in terms of size. The first game offered so much to do and a wide map to explore. That game came out about 3 years ago, and if this game is bigger than that then wow. I am so excited to play this game especially since I am finally working to finish Ni No Kuni which I never actually played.

What could this mean for the sequel? Well it could mean even more monsters to tame and fight. Even more world to explore and a longer more fulfilling game though from what I’ve played the first game is magnificent.

Sadly Studio Ghibli isn’t working on this game. But be assured that the creators are keeping the Ghibli essence as this game will  be accessible by anyone, even people who haven’t watched much Anime.

In essence that is what Ghibli is. Something so magical that anyone who gives it a chance can watch and inevitably love. I mean I have never found a person who didn’t like Studio Ghibli so if this game can keep this essence it will be a big hit.

Anyway I can’t wait to play this game and I am excited to find more about it. Well, I have to go and get back to working on Ni No Kuni so I hope you are all excited by the idea of this game being far bigger like I am!

Time For More Pokemon Sun And Moon News!

 

The amazing Pokemon Company graced us with more Pokemon News today. The games are closer and closer and this news is always welcome. I always am thrilled by what I see and it just makes me more and more excited. Already this game is looking to be brilliant so with every new piece of information it just looks better!

Jangmo-o is the new Dragon type Pokemon and possibly the region’s Pseudo Legendary. I think I will have to raise this little reptile when he game comes out. He has the ability Soundproof so he will be able to resist any sound moves without much difficulty.

Type:Null is a new Pokemon who is normal type though his name means nothing. Visually he is quite cool looking. He is clearly made up of different things or at least different species. I am looking forward to discovering more about this beast.

UB01 is a new type of Pokemon being. This new type of Pokemon is called an Ultra beast and they are after the destruction of Alola. This first one looks like a girl. It is rather suspicious to me that they showed off the character Lillie when this Ultra Beast looks quite similar to her.

Allan Raticate was also revealed. He is Dark Normal like Alolan Rattatta. This Pokemon has big puffy cheeks and looks like he enjoys good food. In fact Alolan Raticate only enjoy high class fruit and product.

Time for news on how time will play into the games. Pokemon Sun and Moon are set 12 hours apart so events will play out differently. In Sun you will face a Gumshoos as the Totem Pokemon while in Moon you are up against Alolan Raticate. I am excited to find out what other differences there are. Clearly these 12 hours will be integral to the game’s story.

There was also news of a team of people who are facing down Team Skull. The Aether Foundation is a team of heroic people out to stop Team Skill’s Villainous ways.

This beautiful lady is the laeader of the Aether Foundation. She bears a striking resmeblance to Lillie and another new character Gladion Team Skull’s Enforcer. She may be lovely but is she hiding something. Is she actually leading the true villains of the game?

This is the Aether Foundation’s top scientist and he is a little creepy. Something about him doesn’t sit right with me. But it could just be my imagination.

This is Wicke another important member of the Aether Foundation. Her cheerful look looks sweet but she could be hiding something as well.

This is Team Skull’s Enforcer Gladion, who looks an awful lot like Lusamine. Is her son or brother? His main Pokemon is Type:Null and he really is a callous fellow.

Something that was thought to be coming to Sun and Moon is the capturing of Zygarde Cells on the over world. This looks like a fun side quest to undertake as you travel the region. I am excited to catch all of the Zygarde Cell’s because then it will be possible to have Zygarde’s 100% Form!

There is also the introduction of the Poke Finder which allows you to take pictures of Pokemon. You can even post the pictures online and people can like them! This is being informally dubbed Pokemon Snap 2 and even though it is just a feature it seems there will be lots of chances to photograph Pokemon.

Pokemon Sun and Moon comes out November 18th and I am so excited!

Gotham Is A Mad City In Series 3 Trailer

Gotham Season is heading to our televisions on September 19th! After crashing the bus and releasing the monsters in the city Fish Mooney is back and ready to cause problems.

We already have Selina Kyle who is quite the criminal, but this season will be adding more to the fray. The city is going to be quite mad when Gotham: Mad City premieres.

This trailer highlights a lot that is coming and it really is exciting! It includes a view of many interesting things that will happen throughout the season including the change of Poison Ivy, Bruce really stepping up, and Fish amassing an army of Monsters.

Penguin will also be up to his own games and Riddler is locked up for now but he could be freed. The police will lose their grip on the city as monsters run free causing chaos these cops couldn’t think about stopping. The only one for the job is definitely James Gordon who is going to have to do some crazy things in an attempt to arrest these monsters.

Tune into Gotham Mad City when it premiers on September 19th!