"This unimportant 'filler' is actually really crucial to see the characters and world existing outside of the plots, and it is where writing can easily add another dimension."
On Pacing: Filler
Category: Other Posts
Stop saying ‘trap’
"Words have connotations, and that's why words like 'trap' are problematic when used as terms for anime character archetypes"
Objectivity, subjectivity, bias, impartiality: my personal reviewing philosophy
My philosophy for rating anime has changed over the years - all in the hope of becoming more accountable for my opinions.
The effects of covid19 on this humble blogger
"As quarantine crept up on me with a prowl, I laughed that my life would remain a constant"
The Worst Tropes
I've been racking my brain, thinking which trope is the worst offender.
What I’ve Learned From My First Year Of Blogging
The SpaceWhales blog began in February 2019! What have I learned in a year of blogging?
SpaceWhales’ Top Components & Moments of Anime in 2019
With the top anime of 2019, overall, out of the way, let's look a little closer at the bits that made each anime what they were, shall we?
In the grand scheme of things, how important is the finale?
"To address this question, I will take a step back and look at what makes an ending, deconstructing the narrative importance of an ending, and coming to terms with how important the ending is in the grand scheme of things."
Comedy – as a genre – is undervalued
It's gradually come to my attention that the comedy genre is undervalued. Why is that?
What is character development?
"In this post, I will explain what character development is, and aspects surrounding how one might discuss character development in terms of critical discourse."
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