There is a moment in One Piece, one of the most beloved manga and anime series ever created, where a young rubber-bodied pirate named Monkey D. Luffy does something that makes every person watching drop their jaw simultaneously in horror and absolute euphoria. He punches a Celestial Dragon. For the uninitiated, Celestial Dragons are essentiallyContinue reading “The Fat Kid in the Brown Hoodie Is The Most Unintentionally Based Person of 2026, and I Will Die on This Hill”
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The Monsters at the Top: An Allegory of Power in One Piece
In the world of One Piece, the highest echelon of power is occupied by individuals who are, quite literally, monstrous. The hidden ruler, Imu, and the enigmatic, ruthless Gorosei, stand atop the World Government, pulling the strings that determine the fate of nations. These characters are not only symbols of authority but are also craftedContinue reading “The Monsters at the Top: An Allegory of Power in One Piece”
The Concerning Implications of Texas SB20
When Texas Senate Bill 20 (SB20) went into effect on September 1st, many celebrated it as a step forward in protecting children from exploitation. On the surface, the law seems clear: it criminalizes the possession or promotion of “obscene visual material” that depicts minors. The intent is noble and urgent—after all, child exploitation is oneContinue reading “The Concerning Implications of Texas SB20”
Kim Yo-Jong Is Not “Kawaii”
I’ve been seeing a lot on social media lately about rumors that Kim Jong Un might be dead, or be in critical condition. There’s also talks that his sister Kim Yo-Jong might take over. There are also talks that she will be a lot worse for the North Koreans than Kim Jong Un. I’m notContinue reading “Kim Yo-Jong Is Not “Kawaii””