Category: Other media
The Phenomenology of Nyarlathotep
An anti-philosophical “philosophical” investigation of Wonderful Everyday (Subarashiki Hibi/Subahibi) as well as Tsui no Sora.
Cross†Channel and Toxic Masculinity
There’s multiple angles that one can bring to Cross†Channel. But I’d like to focus on masculinity and gender here, rather than the broader readings.
Notes on “Otaku”
Every conversation about “otaku culture” begins from the assumption that there is nothing at stake. This is wrong to its core.
The Painting isn’t the Part You Hate: On Modern Art
The arguments used to reject “abstract” modern art are brazen, but false. I wish to directly address those who take such positions. And those who would ignore the issue.
After Nasu: The consumption of myth as data
Our search for the Nasu copycats means it is time to expand the conversation beyond just him. We came looking for a genre, but what does that even mean?
The rise of Kinoko Nasu: A cultural autopsy
Fate/stay night and Kinoko Nasu feel like a whole genre on their own. But why aren’t there more Nasu copycats?
Walking simulators and artistic meaning
Exploring the limits of authorial intent in video games through The Stanley Parable and The Beginner’s Guide.