Saturday, December 31, 2022

Picture of the Day - Orion

 

Constellation Orion
Hey there. I love space. I love the stars. I love the unknown. But you know what I don't love? That I haven't been able to capture a nice picture of the stars. Generally, when I attempt to take a pic with my camera or my phone, the stars disappear and I end up with a picture with nothing but the black void of space. But now... my brand new tripod has allowed me to keep my camera steady for longer exposure times, giving the opportunity to capture awesome pics like this one!

The Otaku Box - November 2022

The Otaku Box Items November 2022
Hey there. The November Otaku Box is here!!! Actually... it's been here... I just haven't had a chance to take pics and post. Anyways...as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Date A Live, Overlord, Gate, and Monster Musume. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - November 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Monday, December 26, 2022

Picture of the Day - Starting Life in Another World

 

Re:Zero Starting Life in Another World Vol. 1
Hey there. I absolutely love Re:Zero. I am an anime only fan and I finally decided to change that and jump into the light novels to see where the story goes after the anime. My daughter picked up the first volume of Re:Zero for me on my birthday and I cracked it open for the first time this morning. I know... I know... I'm horrible. The thing is that I have been reading manga and books on my phone and it's a difficult to break the habit of reaching for my phone to read. Having to reach out for a book is starting to feel alien to me and I need re-train my brain to pick up a book to read.

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

The Otaku Box - October 2022

October 2022 The Otaku Box Items
Hey there. The October Otaku Box is here!!! Actually... it's been here... I just haven't had a chance to take pics and post. Anyways...as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: High School DxD, Naruto, Spy x Family, and Sword Art Online. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - October 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Saturday, December 3, 2022

Picture of the Day - Morning Haze

 

Morning Haze
Hey there. This morning was a bit of an odd morning. I woke up before 7 am to catch the World Cup match between the US and the Netherlands and when I peeked out the window, I didn't see any haze. Within minutes, this dreary haze washed over the neighborhood and I had to get a picture of it. 

Friday, December 2, 2022

Picture of the Day - Sleeping Laptop

 

Laptop with Eyelashes
Hey there. Having young adult girls as daughters is a weird time. I tend to find some of their items scattered around the house from time to time but the one item that always gets me chuckling are eyelashes. I've found them in the weirdest of places: window sills, coffee tables, kitchen counters, and on the side of a bookshelf. lol Like... is it a girl thing to leave eye lashes just about anywhere? 

The Otaku Box - September 2022

The Otaku Box September 2022 Items
Hey there. The September Otaku Box is here!!! Actually... it's been here... I just haven't had a chance to take pics and post. Anyways...as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Monster Musume, Darling in the Franxx, Spy x Family, and Fire Emblem. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - September 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Thursday, December 1, 2022

Introducing the Picture of the Day Series

Metallman Hotdog
I love taking pictures! Especially of the goofy variety!
Hey there. I've been on a bit of a sabbatical as of late. I haven't really been posting online, I haven't been active in podcasting, and I haven't been doing any type of writing. But you know what I have been doing?  I've been learning and have been taking pictures. You can see the evolution of some of the pictures that I have taken over the years here on this site, but I've been learning about taking photography to the next level. The majority of the pictures that I've taken before have been on the most basics of settings or on "Auto" mode. You know... of the just point and shoot variety. But I've been reading about Aperture, about ISO settings, about F stop, and about shutter speed. So... in an effort to keep that fire for photography burning, I'm going to start a new series of posts here. I'm going to call it... Picture of the Day. And it's going to be just that... a picture that I have taken that day. It may be mundane... it may be awesome... or it may just be an experimental pic that sucks. Either way... I want to post those pictures here to keep as a catalog that will capture any progress I make. Also, I'll write a little blurb about it. What I thought of the picture. Maybe even post the camera settings just for those that would like to replicate it. So that's enough of an intro... let's get into our first entry of the series!

Thursday, October 27, 2022

The Otaku Box - August 2022

The Otaku Box August 2022
Hey there. The August Otaku Box is here!!! Actually... it's been here... I just haven't had a chance to take pics and post. Anyways...as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Monster Musume, Darling in the Franxx, Kaikyuu, and Nekopara. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - August 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Friendly Fire Episode 3: Horror Video Games Afterthoughts

Corpse Party
What is your favorite horror game?
Hey there. I'm going to start a new series here where I'm going to include additional thoughts and what not after podcasts and shows that I am a part of. Nothing too deep. Well... at least I don't think. lol But anyways, last week, I was fortunate enough to be able to join the crew of  The Domain on the weekly live show, Friendly Fire. If you haven't seen the show, here you go! You'll want to watch (or listen) this before reading on. Thanks!

Monday, October 3, 2022

The Otaku Box - July 2022

The Otaku Box Items June 2022
Hey there. The July Otaku Box is here!!! Actually... it's been here... I just haven't had a chance to take pics and post. Anyways...as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Black Clover, No Game No Life, Konosuba, and My Hero Academia. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - July 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Friday, July 15, 2022

The Otaku Box - June 2022

June 2022 The Otaku Box Items
Hey there. The June Otaku Box is here!!! And as you all know... I sure do love me some anime stuff and I'm just so glad that I get a box of quality otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: The Rising of the Shield Hero, Demon Slayer, Assassination Classrom, and My Hero Academia. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - June 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Saturday, June 18, 2022

The Otaku Box - May 2022

The Otaku Box - May 2022
Hey there. The May Otaku Box is here!!! And you know... I sure do love me anime stuff! I took a little time off to regroup but I'm back now, friends! And as you may already know, I've always been an anime fan and I'm just so glad that I'm able to get a box of otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Monster Musume, Demon Slayer, Naruto, and Date a Live. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - May 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Thursday, May 26, 2022

To Draft or Not to Draft? That... is the Question

Megalobox Writing Draft
Started this article on Joe and Megalobox and I started thinking... 
Hey there. Quick question for all of you out there. If you post or write articles, how do you about doing it? Do you write a draft and then go over it many times before you write your final draft? Or do you write on the fly and essentially post your first draft? Late last night, I started writing an article for The Domain and started to wonder if I should change how I go about writing, or at the very least, tweak it a bit. For as long as I can remember, I rarely made any rough drafts. Need to write an essay for school? Just put down what comes to mind and submit. Get a short story going? Just start off with the main ideas and add in the details later. Rarely did I ever write something and then go back and make several changes to, "make it better." But maybe I should be... 

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Writing for The Domain and Writing for Myself

The Domain Gaming, Pop Culture, & Entertainment
Hey there. I wanted to check in with you guys real quick. I've been without my computer for some time (busted for quite some time) so I haven't been able to really write or post anything of substance. But I have my computer back now and I'm good to go! With that being said, I've been thinking of how I'm going to go about my writing going forward. If you've been following my work throughout the years, I'm sure you've noticed that I'm all over the place. The reason for that is because, I, myself, am all over the place. I am a jack of all trades, my interests are all over the place, and if something grabs my attention, I go with it. But I'm thinking I'm going to change that a bit... at least when it comes to what kind of content I post here. 

Thursday, May 12, 2022

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Coming to the Nintendo Switch on July 29

Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Hey there. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is almost here!!! This series has come a long way from it's debut on the Nintendo Wii and I can't wait to jump back into this series. It's great to see that the series has been growing in popularity as of late, espeically with Shulk, Pyra, and Mythra joining the Smash Bros. list of selectable fighters, but don't get it twisted. This series is a great series that can stand on it's own and I am looking forward to the next installment in the series. If you're looking for more info, check out the presser from Nintendo:

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

The Best Kate Winslet Movies Ever!

Kate Winslet
Hey there. Kate Winslet has worked in films since the 1990s. She has had her share of success and failures, but she always comes back stronger. Her filmography reflects her diverse talents and versatility. Today, we would like to take this opportunity to discuss the best movies ever filmed by a famous actress.

Kate Winslet started acting at age 17 and went on to win several awards, such as two Academy Awards (for The Reader and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), a Golden Globe Award (for Carnage), and three Screen Actors Guild Awards (one for each movie).

Below are the best movies starring Kate Winslet!

Sunday, March 20, 2022

Movies with Witty Titles

Movie Theater
Hey there. Some movies come with titles that give away their plot before the movie even starts. Is this a great way to grab the attention of your audience? How does a movie title affect the success or failure of a movie?

A good title gives an idea of what to expect from the film just like in real money casino online slots. For example, The Hangover had a witty title that gave away its entire story before the movie even started. On the other hand, some films don’t seem to have much going for them at all. These movies usually end up being buried in Netflix queues, never to be watched. Now, let's look at some of the movies with witty titles.

Friday, March 18, 2022

Impacts of Music to the Listener

Listening to Music
Source
Hey there. Music has the power to trigger a lot of emotions. It boosts a certain mood, reduce stress and even improves sleep. This is mainly due to the listeners enjoying different playlists that they tune in to at different days and time. So let's take a look at how music can impact the listener.

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

How to Make Money with Bitcoin

Bitcoin
Hey there. Bitcoin has captured most of our attention in recent years. What exactly is Bitcoin and where did it come from? How does it work? Is it safe to invest in? How much will it cost me to get started?

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency created in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto. It was designed to provide an electronic payment system independent of central banks or governments.

In this article, I'll explain how you can make money with this virtual currency.

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

The Otaku Box - January 2022

The Otaku Box Jan 2022
The Otaku Box - January 2022 Edition is here!
Hey there. The January Otaku Box is here!!! And you know... I sure do love me anime stuff! I've always been a fan and I'm just so glad that I'm able to get a box of otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Cowboy BeBop, Fate/Zero, Rent a Girlfriend, and The Rising of the Shield Hero. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - January 2022 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Friday, February 18, 2022

The Most Iconic Online Games Still Active Today

MMO Online Gaming
Hey there. Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games, often known as MMOs, MMORPGs, or simply directly described as Online Games, are among the best renowned of their variety today. Multi-user dungeons (MUDs) of the mid-1970s and 1980s gave birth to the top MMORPGs concepts, the likes of World of Warcraft and The Elder Scrolls Online. Initial multi-user games were conducted on networks like ARPAnet, which was one of the forerunners to the contemporary internet. This review specifically takes you back to look at some of the oldest online game services still running today, out-dating sectors like online casino gambling, crypto and so forth.

Monday, February 14, 2022

The Most Popular Altcoins in 2022

Altcoins
Hey there. Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency today, but that may change by the end of next year. Many have predicted a shift to cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Litecoin, with some predicting Bitcoin will be relegated to “niche” status, if it isn't already dead. But what about alternative coins? Most of them were created for specific use cases such as privacy during online casino gaming, check out casinoroo.io. Or, are based on blockchain technology – none can hold a candle to its popularity and dominance. Let's take a look at which ones might come out on top within five years.

Thursday, February 10, 2022

Tips on How to Travel Safely on a Business Trip

Busniess Trip

Hey there. Business trips are great opportunities to meet new people and network. If you are going on a business trip, however, you should try to stay fit during your vacation. When you are traveling, you must prepare well so that you don’t miss out on anything. This article seeks to give you tips on how to travel safely on a business trip.

Monday, February 7, 2022

Best Music to Listen to While Playing Online Casino Games

Listening to Music While Gaming
Source
Hey there. When you play online casino games, you are competing against thousands of other players around the globe. The higher your skill level, the better chance you have of winning big. If you are using headphones or speakers only, then it means you won’t hear anything else going on in the house. This is why it’s important to choose the right type of music to listen to while playing online casino games via sites like https://www.gamblingsitesreview.com/ and this guide is going to help you choose the right song.

Friday, February 4, 2022

Knowing Which Casino Games to Play Online

Roulette Table
Hey there. Not a single person has any reason to feel bad or undesiring of visiting the gambling hall tight budget, enjoying the games that appear to be more enjoyable, and taking the funds you drop to be the cost of a good time. 

However, knowing what activities you are most capable of winning can help you increase your odds of leaving the gambling space with more revenue than you started on. Understand what real money gambling games have the greatest probabilities prior to sitting down in your place to put up wise wagers.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

How to Play Online Games for Real Money

Making Money Online

Hey there. How can I get started playing online games for real money? What are some things I should look out for before joining a site?

Playing online games for real money has become very popular these days. The gaming industry is growing rapidly due to the rapid growth of smartphones, tablets, and game consoles. There are now more than 2 million mobile games being played every day around the globe. In 2015 alone, the global revenue from mobile games exceeded $40 billion.

There are over 20,000 mobile game developers worldwide, each of whom is looking to release their next hit game. Some of them also allow players to deposit cash directly onto their accounts. Here is a look at some of those games.

Friday, January 21, 2022

The Otaku Box - December 2021

The Otaku Box December 2021
The Otaku Box - December 2021 Edition is here!
Hey there. It's been almost a year since I showed you the good stuff that comes in The Otaku Box! Life happened and I haven't had a chance to get back on track, but fear not, friends! I am back! And you know... I sure do love me anime stuff! I've always been a fan and I'm just so glad that I'm able to get a box of otaku goodies each month. This month's goodies include items from awesome anime such as: Akashic Records of a Bastard Magic Instructor, High School DxD, Demon Slayer, and Black Clover. So let's dig into The Otaku Box - December 2021 Edition and get a closer look at what's inside.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Dragoncast Episode 82 - NFTs in Video Games

The Dragoncast Podcast

Hey there. Time to check out the latest episode of The Dragoncast Podcast! This week, Brian and Victor deep dives and debate over the Xbox and Playstation production changes, the console scalping issue, and NFTs in video games. Take a listen below!

Thursday, January 13, 2022

Stepping into the New Year with New Goals

Tonor Microphone
Time to work on my craft!
Hey there, friends. It's been awhile since I last checked in with you. It's been a super hectic second half of 2021 for me. But I'm sure it's been the same for many of you. Covid is still wrecking havoc on a lot of our plans and we're all still trying to make life as normal as possible. The silver lining amongst the chaos is the opportunity to work from home. Not only does it offer me more time to spend with my family but it also offers me the opportunity to work on podcasting, reviewing, and expanding my horizons. With that opportunity now there, it's time to step up my game. Time to step up my podcasting goals, time to improve on my reviewing skills, and time to let the creativity flow. Today, I took in additional step to getting better.