The Minor Arcana deals with everyday patterns and regular cycles. The suit of Wands is associated with the element fire, magic, passion, and vitality. It means following one's gut instinct.
In this section of the Major Arcana, the journey continues past the upheaval of the previous card, Death. The destination is the World, representing peace and enlightenment.
The Fool has reached a union of male and female energies in the Lovers. What happens next? The journey intensifies.
For the first seven cards of the Major Arcana of the tarot deck. I will be going over the other cards and their meanings in future articles.
I am an autistic adult who works as a pet sitter. I hope that others may learn from my experiences.
I'm not going to feel ashamed of liking stuff I like just because people want me to be.
"So OK, It's Horrible" covers the feeling when an anticipated cyberpunk sequel from a franchise with this much influence on film in general is ... just OK.
Here are some signs your man is sexist, from how he talks about his ex or mom to his general attitudes and beliefs.
Why read "Moby Dick"? It's known for its length and descriptions of sailing, but it's also a beautiful novel that serves as a potent metaphor for seeking revenge at all costs.
Writing a compelling character is difficult, but it's possibly the most essential way to get people to go from previewing your work to buying. After all, why would someone be interested in a story without a compelling character?
Isn't all fiction (and a lot of non-fiction) speculative? Is speculative fiction just an umbrella term for sci-fi and fantasy? What does it mean for a work of fiction to be considered speculative?
We all understand that it's not rational. But it's hard not to feel it.
Rick Sanchez from "Rick and Morty" is a cynic, not a nihilist, and the difference matters. Also, he "does an arc," whether he wants to admit it or not.
Was the period from 1990 to 2010 a uniquely talented time in history for anime? Here's my analysis of that era.
'Life is Strange' is a game where you have the power to rewind time, and you end up saving your friends from murder, accidents, and suicide. But at times, the game just gets way too real for some people to handle. I had to take breaks, because it's so emotionally intense!
A review of "Depression Quest," an infamous, controversial text-based game, from the perspective of someone struggling with depression herself.
It mostly boils down to one thing: Flexibility.
The isekai genre is hated, much like 'Twilight,' for gaining success through the wish fulfillment the shows provide to their audience. I don't think that's fair.
Outlining a story versus "pantsing" it—which approach is better?
Here are the fan favorites and best anime series of the 2010s. I also explain what trends were present around that time period.
I have been a blogger for almost 10 years now. If you're thinking about getting into blogging as a hobby, side business, or career, here's what you should know about the major ups and downs of it all.
Relationships between fictional characters are the emotional centerpiece of a story. Here's what you need to write a good one.
To better understand Felix in "Re:Zero" and why this controversial character has become a popular internet meme in the transgender community, it's also helpful to place into context what it's like being transgender in Japan. Here's my analysis.
What is a deconstruction? How is 'Evangelion' a deconstruction of common anime tropes and cliches? You will appreciate and understand 'Evangelion' more after reading this.
Studio Ghibli's work almost always creates a sense of awe and wonder, and here we have no exception. "Howl's Moving Castle" might tend to be overshadowed by other Ghibli works, but it deserves to go down as a classic masterpiece.
The Diamond characters in "Steven Universe" do a 180-degree change from being harsh dictators to loving aunts. How does this happen?
Disney redefined what the word "princess" conveyed to America. Is it sending the wrong message?
Why is Edward Cullen, the romantic lead in the '"Twilight" series, such a obsession with women? Here are a few reasons.
Netflix changed "love" to "like" when re-dubbing "Neon Genesis Evangelion," erasing a fairly important instance of homo-romantic representation.
A fun, thrilling action film: Wolverine goes off to fight some bad guys and finds love in Japan. But he's still haunted by his past.
The first "Avengers" movie uses contrasts and conflicts between characters to bring together the feel of how the team will work together as one. Loki is a cool villain, and even the film's MacGuffin is cool. Just an all-around stellar action/superhero movie.
"Thor" is a phenomenal, thoroughly enjoyable viewing experience, one that makes you emotionally connect with the hero and the villain.
"The Incredible Hulk" (2008) gets praise for not being directed by Ang Lee, but this so-called "good" version of the Bruce Banner story is dull, incoherent, and unappealing.
The first "Iron Man" movie, starting off during the war in Afghanistan, explores America's relationship with power and weapons.
Why is shounen the dominant genre of anime and does a "Big 3" anime still exist?
Season 1 of the "Pokemon Black and White" anime is a good way to get back into that world if you've walked away from it.
A lot of people have started to hate on CinemaSins on YouTube. But what should we expect from critics anyway? What's the difference between "bad faith criticism" and good faith criticism? Learn what aspects to look for in media criticism.
"The Last Unicorn" is the story of a unicorn's journey to find out if there are others like her left in the world. It touches on themes that are pretty heavy for a kids' movie.
Anime fans are typically very open-minded and supportive of each other, but here are the big issues within anime fandom that can cause people to flip out in arguments.
The 2010 animated series "My Little Pony" is still going strong. But let's take a look at what worked and what didn't work in Season 8.
Wily, feline-eared girls are all the rage in anime. But why? What makes them so attractive and popular? Here's some ideas.
What is the "isekai" genre, why has it become so prevalent, and why are there so many low-grade shows, manga, and light novels in this genre? And what are examples of good (and bad) isekai shows?
Almost every anime series, show, movie, comic book, book series, you name it has toxic fans among its fan community. Some more obviously than others. How does this happen, and how should normal fans respond?
The Netflix-produced anime series "Violet Evergarden" is about a doll-like girl in search of what the word "love" means.
Fans of the stellar anime "Death Note" were disappointed by Netflix's 2017 live-action film adaptation. Can the streaming giant really make a sequel that'll fix the problems of the original?
Learn how to make your main character delicious, as in appealing, and a baby bird, meaning they're in trouble in a way that makes people care. Your novel's success hinges on this.
Anime often uses exaggeration for comedic or dramatic purposes. But has "Magical Girl Site" taken this exaggeration too far?
Don't meet your childhood heroes? Or maybe just don't think about them too hard.
Was it possible to fix 'Sword Art Online' and make it not only watchable, but engaging and maybe even a great anime? Yes. It had that potential. Here are some ways it could have changed to be a better anime.
Will the magic girl genre ever get back to the way it was? And why did this change take place? Here are my answers.
Common prefixes with detailed explanations to help you understand longer, more complicated English words.
Don’t do what I did! Here are lessons I learned from my early writing mistakes on HubPages.
Do we really need 'silent' AND 'quiet', or 'angry', 'mad', 'incensed', 'nonplussed', 'disgruntled', AND 'enraged'? Do all these synonyms enrich or language or just make it too hard to learn?
Anime is a relatively small niche on YouTube. These 10 creators stick out in terms of awesome content that analyzes anime.
A lot of fans have an anime girl crush who falls into the "deredere" type. A girl who is sweet, caring, and thoughtful, inside and out!
The himedere is a character like a tsundere, but with the haughty attitude of royalty or nobility. Why do some people fall for this bratty princess type?
A kuudere is a character type in anime who is aloof, mysterious, and totally not into the love interest character. Until they are.
I'm sure it's not just me, audiences, fans, and critics are just getting sick and tired of these tropes because they're so often overused, or used as a crutch to prop up poor writing. Here are the top 5 most tired anime cliches.
A tsundere is a character who masks their feelings for another character with harshness but eventually show their true feelings.
Not sure where to start? This article covers all the major basics in terms of cosplay for people new to the whole thing.
A yandere is a female character who is obsessive and violent due to her all-consuming love of a male character, usually the protagonist.
Yes, it's about depression. It's about the relationship between real people and fictional characters. But it's also about books—and how no one reads anymore.
Ever hear a crazy story about a Japanese game show that made you cackle with laughter, or shudder in horror? Where did it all begin? Let's look at the (wild) history of the Japanese game show!
Can any anime be called literature? I attempt to answer this and other questions using "Neon Genesis Evangelion" as an example.
Let's talk about the eight anime types I actually do like! They exist!
Procrastination: The gap between what we want to do and what we actually end up doing. Close the gap by identifying your primary reason for procrastinating!
You've hit your mark and written 10 articles, 50 articles, or 100 articles. But the money won't just roll in now. Here's what you need to do.
Have you ever wondered why there seems to be such a vast gulf between audience/fan opinions and 'educated' opinions on certain films? Here's a look at some possible reasons for the difference.
There are exceptions, of course, but many films set in the World War II-era appear to be done for the purposes of "Oscar bait." Here's why I'm tired seeing this theme constantly appear in film.
The anime "Classroom of the Elite" explores competition by focusing on a school that rewards and punishes classes with money-like credits.
Psychologists have identified six basic, nearly universal, human emotions. How can you use these for more effective writing?
You don't have to be a samurai warrior to appreciate their code of ethics. Learn to apply the values of "bushido"—the way of the warrior—in modern life.
This story arc takes us away from our main characters and familiar settings, telling an unconventional new titan story away from the beaten path.
It's hard to speak in absolutes about this subject, but here are some things to consider when it comes to the subject of realism in fiction.
Do you read as much as you did in high school? How does the experience of reading for one's own reasons differ from that of assigned reading?
What kind of character is Madoka Kaname? Is she truly the protagonist of "Puella Magi Madoka Magica," or is it Homura?
The original "Ghost in the Shell" film, discussed relative to the 2017 remake.
Here are 5 of my favorite "Game of Thrones" characters (and 5 that I don't like at all!). Find out which characters made my good and bad lists.
What is the likelihood of not only encountering aliens, but finding ones who resemble us?
Many students have had issues with art teachers who do not want them to draw anime, furries, comic book characters, Disney characters, etc. Here's my take on this.
"Ouran" is a romantic comedy series about wealth, gender-bending, and ... twins. Moe guy twins.
"Sailor Stars" is the final season of the original "Sailor Moon" anime. If you like the show, this season is definitely worth checking out.
The film that changes this cynic's opinion of "Sword Art Online" for the better.
"Moe" refers to anime shows about cute girls doing cute things. It inspires a lot of love/hate, but is it a problem for the anime industry?
Winter is the best time for staying inside and watching anime for hours. Join us... join us...
I discuss the possible symbolic interpretations of Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of Stephen King's "The Shining," as discussed in a documentary called "Room 237."
Unlike other animated shows, "South Park" was still going pretty strong and had a great 19th season. But why did the 20th season fail?
This is an impressively good anime series. But what exactly makes it so compelling? Let's analyze "Re:Zero"!
Are there similarities between "The Lion King" and the "King of Kings"? What Christian symbols or references might be implied by different elements of the movie?
Huge deadline tomorrow, but all you want to do is dance? Wish you could change the world, but doubt you're even good enough to change a tire? Feeling isolated and misunderstood? You might be INFP!
After the end of World War II, Japan was utterly devastated. History books might ignore them, but here's a tribute to the passionate people who helped rekindle the country's spirit.
Misato and Ritsuko's personality differences and conflict in "Neon Genesis Evangelion" drive a lot of the psychological drama of the series.
Many shows aim to be tragic and sad, but few manage to accomplish this like "Madoka Magica" does. Here's why I think this may be.
Like "Inception," "Paprika" involves a potential future intersection of technology and dreams. But I think "Paprika" wore it better.
Faces are an important part of manga storytelling. So here, I break down the secrets of drawing manga faces.
Many autistic people seem to be attracted to anime and manga. I have eight reasons that help explain this phenomenon.
"Magical Girl Raising Project" is part of the emerging genre of darker, edgier magical girl shows. But what makes this show unique?
"You Are Umasou" is like taking a feels trip to the Cretaceous period. You will never care this much about a T-Rex again.
The most annoying anime characters are in the eye of the beholder. Here are my top 10.
Can anyone be a critic? While certainly, anyone with the time and internet can start a blog. But here's what you should know if you want to be a good critic on the internet.
Some literary scholars, most famously Joseph Campbell, talk about the monomyth. The idea is that a work of fiction is merely representative of a larger archetypal myth. But I have doubts.
Here's what I think about YA bestseller, "Red Queen."
I offer an analysis of the good and bad things about "Rebuild of Evangelion," a series of movies that people either like or hate.
I can't speak for all atheists, but I have a keyboard and some opinions. So here are my answers for five common questions Christians ask atheists.
A look at these two interesting opposite-personality characters in "Neon Genesis Evangelion," who both tend to polarize the fans.
Exploring my eight least favorite anime stereotypes, including the Annoying Talking Animal, the Tsundere, and the Clueless Jerk Guy.
The "red oni, blue oni" trope comes from Japanese folklore and is used to create character foils and duality between two opposite, contrasting characters.
Have you witnessed these bad behaviors? Or worse, been the one doing them? Here are the top things not to do at an anime convention.
Exploring philosophical concepts like utilitarianism, Social Darwinism, anti-theism, and free will in the anime, "Puella Magi Madoka Magika."
Some iconic villains are just pure evil. But it's more interesting when villains have the emotional complexity of a real person.
This article will explore the intrigue of AIs, or "thinking machines". How far are we from creating a computer with a human-like mind? How accurate are AIs depicted in fiction?
Now that I've studied Gnosticism and its texts, the religious symbolism in "Neon Genesis Evangelion" makes a bit more sense.
Description and discussion about the complex and interesting character, Homura Akemi, from Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
Just for fun, here's why I think three evolutionary triads in the original 151 Pokémon have a special significance.
A lot of anime about bullying is cliché and uninteresting. But these 10 anime truly explore, in-depth, what it feels like to struggle with socially adjusting, to be an outcast, and to be bullied.
My type, INFP, the Healer, is a type associated with dreamers: musicians, writers, and artists. But how do you get a dream to pay the bills?
While Australia is home to the most animals that will kill you, Japan seems to be home to the most animals that will make you go "d'awww." Here are my top ten favorite wild animals of Japan.
What was the first magical girl anime? You've probably seen an anime involving magical teenage girls. But did you know that the origin of such stories probably dates back to the very beginning of Japanese history?
If you visit or live in Japan as a foreigner, dealing with grief, funerary customs, and traditions around death might seem difficult.
Celebrating the 25 best sci-fi anime, especially tech anime and anime set in the future, like "Steins; Gate" (2011), "Ghost in the Shell" (2002–05), and "Kaiba" (2008).
Want to find anime to watch online and support the content creators by watching it legally, but not quite sure where to go? This article should help you find the right site for what you want.
Is there intentional symbolism in "NGE," as many fans suspect? Or has the anime just used the trappings of religion and war as part of a design?
Are the YuYu Hakusho movies disappointments? How could they be better? What's good and bad about them? Why was the first one only 30 minutes? Let's look at the two YYH movies.
Why anime characters are drawn with such big eyes is a mystery that puzzles many. This article explores cultural and historical reasons to explain why anime characters have their signature large eyes.
Anime vs. cartoons: What are the key differences and similarities between the two?
A look at the satirical, biting teen comedy series 'Daria' by the season. New characters, new interesting situations, and new conflicts in each season made this a show that didn't get stale.
"Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" was a reboot of the original "Fullmetal Alchemist" anime; here I discuss its strengths and weaknesses.
Many critics and non-anime fans in the Western world think that if a story doesn't make perfect logical sense, it's inherently bad as a whole. I find fault with this assumption, however.
Many anime series try to cram romance into an action-packed story. When done right, romantic relationships can add a lot of character and warmth to a story. Here are my top picks for anime couples.
Some villains in anime are better than others. Whether they're the smartest, the richest, the coolest, or simply the most interesting, here is my list of my favorite anime villains.
Eyes are a signature defining aspect of manga drawing technique. Here's a basic, easy-to-follow guide that will help you with the basics of drawing anime-style eyes.
Whether you're interested in anime writing, perhaps writing your own manga story or criticizing the work of others, here are some of the criteria I personally like to judge anime and manga based on.
Trigun is a shounen, western-style anime set in a future where humans have colonized a harsh desert planet. Gun fighting is everyone's second language. How then does the hero maintain pacifist ideals?
Wondering what to say to defend your love of anime to someone who doesn't get it? Well here is my personal list of reasons for liking anime.
Is there a relationship between becoming a magical girl in "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" and attitudes surrounding the loss of virginity?
The announcement of a My Little Pony movie where the ponies turn human was met with mixed results from the fans. The movie was kind of hated by fans too. Was it really as bad as they say? Mostly, yes.
Silly me for thinking a sitcom about people like me could actually be enjoyable. While I enjoy "Big Bang Theory" sometimes, these are a few of my biggest problems with the show.
Ever wonder what being an anime fan involves? Information about cosplay, conventions, Japanese culture, and everything you want to know about otakus!
An exploration of philosophical and ethical questions brought up by the anime "Trigun," and by the episode "Rem Saverem" in particular.
Some people love to go on and on about how much they hate the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy. And while these movies are highly flawed, I want to give them credit for what they do well too.