Krieger-Drache
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Patrician of Peak Fiction
#50 - THE FRAGRANT FLOWER BLOOMS WITH DIGNITY: 8/10
A charming and gorgeous romance series that just needs a tiny bit more oomph. The cast and their dynamics are strong as is the general writing but I hope future seasons allow more open conflict to be present. Sad we didn’t get a kiss at the end.
A charming and gorgeous romance series that just needs a tiny bit more oomph. The cast and their dynamics are strong as is the general writing but I hope future seasons allow more open conflict to be present. Sad we didn’t get a kiss at the end.
December 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
#50 - THE FRAGRANT FLOWER BLOOMS WITH DIGNITY: 8/10
A charming and gorgeous romance series that just needs a tiny bit more oomph. The cast and their dynamics are strong as is the general writing but I hope future seasons allow more open conflict to be present. Sad we didn’t get a kiss at the end.
A charming and gorgeous romance series that just needs a tiny bit more oomph. The cast and their dynamics are strong as is the general writing but I hope future seasons allow more open conflict to be present. Sad we didn’t get a kiss at the end.
#49 - FINAL FANTASY 6: 9.5/10
Game considered an all time classic is in fact a classic, more at 11. In all seriousness though I truly loved just about everything going on this one, maybe World of Ruin could’ve been slightly less aimless but that’s a nitpick in a game that earns its status and more.
Game considered an all time classic is in fact a classic, more at 11. In all seriousness though I truly loved just about everything going on this one, maybe World of Ruin could’ve been slightly less aimless but that’s a nitpick in a game that earns its status and more.
December 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
#49 - FINAL FANTASY 6: 9.5/10
Game considered an all time classic is in fact a classic, more at 11. In all seriousness though I truly loved just about everything going on this one, maybe World of Ruin could’ve been slightly less aimless but that’s a nitpick in a game that earns its status and more.
Game considered an all time classic is in fact a classic, more at 11. In all seriousness though I truly loved just about everything going on this one, maybe World of Ruin could’ve been slightly less aimless but that’s a nitpick in a game that earns its status and more.
#48 - THE LAST STORY: 7/10
Gotta love a 7 with soul. Sakaguchi’s first and only Action RPG is as fascinating as it sounds, providing a remarkably rare mixture of 7th gen AAA-isms and old school RPG philosophies that is captivating as it is a bit annoying. Fine story, OST’s a bit dry, neat game
Gotta love a 7 with soul. Sakaguchi’s first and only Action RPG is as fascinating as it sounds, providing a remarkably rare mixture of 7th gen AAA-isms and old school RPG philosophies that is captivating as it is a bit annoying. Fine story, OST’s a bit dry, neat game
December 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
#48 - THE LAST STORY: 7/10
Gotta love a 7 with soul. Sakaguchi’s first and only Action RPG is as fascinating as it sounds, providing a remarkably rare mixture of 7th gen AAA-isms and old school RPG philosophies that is captivating as it is a bit annoying. Fine story, OST’s a bit dry, neat game
Gotta love a 7 with soul. Sakaguchi’s first and only Action RPG is as fascinating as it sounds, providing a remarkably rare mixture of 7th gen AAA-isms and old school RPG philosophies that is captivating as it is a bit annoying. Fine story, OST’s a bit dry, neat game
#47 - FINAL FANTASY 5: 8.5/10
Just a delightful and incredibly charming experience the whole way through. Really fun gameplay with the refinements made to the job system and the story is a lighthearted, fun and energetic romp, I was not expecting to become an Exdeath fan. Shoutouts to Gilgamesh.
Just a delightful and incredibly charming experience the whole way through. Really fun gameplay with the refinements made to the job system and the story is a lighthearted, fun and energetic romp, I was not expecting to become an Exdeath fan. Shoutouts to Gilgamesh.
December 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
#47 - FINAL FANTASY 5: 8.5/10
Just a delightful and incredibly charming experience the whole way through. Really fun gameplay with the refinements made to the job system and the story is a lighthearted, fun and energetic romp, I was not expecting to become an Exdeath fan. Shoutouts to Gilgamesh.
Just a delightful and incredibly charming experience the whole way through. Really fun gameplay with the refinements made to the job system and the story is a lighthearted, fun and energetic romp, I was not expecting to become an Exdeath fan. Shoutouts to Gilgamesh.
#46 - TIME CRISIS 3: 8/10
I played this on an arcade with infinite lives and it whipped extreme amounts of ass. The haptics on the gun felt great for this nonstop thrill ride. They got the Uncharted 2 train sequence here. Wild Fang can roundhouse forklifts like nothing else, put that boy in Tekken.
I played this on an arcade with infinite lives and it whipped extreme amounts of ass. The haptics on the gun felt great for this nonstop thrill ride. They got the Uncharted 2 train sequence here. Wild Fang can roundhouse forklifts like nothing else, put that boy in Tekken.
November 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#46 - TIME CRISIS 3: 8/10
I played this on an arcade with infinite lives and it whipped extreme amounts of ass. The haptics on the gun felt great for this nonstop thrill ride. They got the Uncharted 2 train sequence here. Wild Fang can roundhouse forklifts like nothing else, put that boy in Tekken.
I played this on an arcade with infinite lives and it whipped extreme amounts of ass. The haptics on the gun felt great for this nonstop thrill ride. They got the Uncharted 2 train sequence here. Wild Fang can roundhouse forklifts like nothing else, put that boy in Tekken.
#45 - HADES 2: 9.5/10
How could I ever dislike more Hades. I like a lot of the new gameplay and changes to the structure but I think I prefer the first narratively, mostly cause I prefer Zag to Mel, though Mel is still great. Since this is post patch I experienced the new ending and I liked it.
How could I ever dislike more Hades. I like a lot of the new gameplay and changes to the structure but I think I prefer the first narratively, mostly cause I prefer Zag to Mel, though Mel is still great. Since this is post patch I experienced the new ending and I liked it.
November 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#45 - HADES 2: 9.5/10
How could I ever dislike more Hades. I like a lot of the new gameplay and changes to the structure but I think I prefer the first narratively, mostly cause I prefer Zag to Mel, though Mel is still great. Since this is post patch I experienced the new ending and I liked it.
How could I ever dislike more Hades. I like a lot of the new gameplay and changes to the structure but I think I prefer the first narratively, mostly cause I prefer Zag to Mel, though Mel is still great. Since this is post patch I experienced the new ending and I liked it.
#44 - ANGEL’S EGG (DUB): 8/10
The vibes and atmosphere version of Hype Moments and Aura. Unbelievably beautiful in every shot that pairs excellently with the esoteric narrative. I ended up watching a dub showing and whoever did the mixing did a great job to make it feel old w/ the gain on the audio
The vibes and atmosphere version of Hype Moments and Aura. Unbelievably beautiful in every shot that pairs excellently with the esoteric narrative. I ended up watching a dub showing and whoever did the mixing did a great job to make it feel old w/ the gain on the audio
November 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#44 - ANGEL’S EGG (DUB): 8/10
The vibes and atmosphere version of Hype Moments and Aura. Unbelievably beautiful in every shot that pairs excellently with the esoteric narrative. I ended up watching a dub showing and whoever did the mixing did a great job to make it feel old w/ the gain on the audio
The vibes and atmosphere version of Hype Moments and Aura. Unbelievably beautiful in every shot that pairs excellently with the esoteric narrative. I ended up watching a dub showing and whoever did the mixing did a great job to make it feel old w/ the gain on the audio
#43 - FATE/HOLLOW ATARAXIA: 10/10
70% Nasu running the best bits I’ve seen him run with the rest being some of his most tragic and heartbreaking writing he’s tackled yet. Bazett and her relationship with Avenger is obviously the main attraction but I was stunned by what they achieved with Caren too
70% Nasu running the best bits I’ve seen him run with the rest being some of his most tragic and heartbreaking writing he’s tackled yet. Bazett and her relationship with Avenger is obviously the main attraction but I was stunned by what they achieved with Caren too
November 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
#43 - FATE/HOLLOW ATARAXIA: 10/10
70% Nasu running the best bits I’ve seen him run with the rest being some of his most tragic and heartbreaking writing he’s tackled yet. Bazett and her relationship with Avenger is obviously the main attraction but I was stunned by what they achieved with Caren too
70% Nasu running the best bits I’ve seen him run with the rest being some of his most tragic and heartbreaking writing he’s tackled yet. Bazett and her relationship with Avenger is obviously the main attraction but I was stunned by what they achieved with Caren too
#42 - CHAINSAW MAN: REZE ARC (SUB&DUB): 10/10
Phenomenal in every sense of the word. Gorgeous animation, profound storytelling and character depth, and a gnawing sense of love and emptiness that is impossible to fully sate. Both voice tracks are great, and the music is also killer. Fujimoto is evil
Phenomenal in every sense of the word. Gorgeous animation, profound storytelling and character depth, and a gnawing sense of love and emptiness that is impossible to fully sate. Both voice tracks are great, and the music is also killer. Fujimoto is evil
November 13, 2025 at 4:54 AM
#42 - CHAINSAW MAN: REZE ARC (SUB&DUB): 10/10
Phenomenal in every sense of the word. Gorgeous animation, profound storytelling and character depth, and a gnawing sense of love and emptiness that is impossible to fully sate. Both voice tracks are great, and the music is also killer. Fujimoto is evil
Phenomenal in every sense of the word. Gorgeous animation, profound storytelling and character depth, and a gnawing sense of love and emptiness that is impossible to fully sate. Both voice tracks are great, and the music is also killer. Fujimoto is evil
#41 - POKÉMON LEGENDS Z-A: 9/10
Wonderful time. The main narrative could’ve maybe been more focused but the writing is still really tight, and the game’s structure and systems are consistently excellent. Love the new combat, the focused scope, and the incredible soundtrack. Pretty ideal.
Wonderful time. The main narrative could’ve maybe been more focused but the writing is still really tight, and the game’s structure and systems are consistently excellent. Love the new combat, the focused scope, and the incredible soundtrack. Pretty ideal.
November 13, 2025 at 4:54 AM
#41 - POKÉMON LEGENDS Z-A: 9/10
Wonderful time. The main narrative could’ve maybe been more focused but the writing is still really tight, and the game’s structure and systems are consistently excellent. Love the new combat, the focused scope, and the incredible soundtrack. Pretty ideal.
Wonderful time. The main narrative could’ve maybe been more focused but the writing is still really tight, and the game’s structure and systems are consistently excellent. Love the new combat, the focused scope, and the incredible soundtrack. Pretty ideal.
#40 - TRUTH AND TREASON: 5/10
It’s like aight, I guess. Feels too Oscar-baity a lot of the time and maybe shows a bit too much sympathy to the Nazi officer trying to yoink the protagonist 💀. But the performances are solid and the lighting and sets are pretty well done. I’ve seen worse.
It’s like aight, I guess. Feels too Oscar-baity a lot of the time and maybe shows a bit too much sympathy to the Nazi officer trying to yoink the protagonist 💀. But the performances are solid and the lighting and sets are pretty well done. I’ve seen worse.
October 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
#40 - TRUTH AND TREASON: 5/10
It’s like aight, I guess. Feels too Oscar-baity a lot of the time and maybe shows a bit too much sympathy to the Nazi officer trying to yoink the protagonist 💀. But the performances are solid and the lighting and sets are pretty well done. I’ve seen worse.
It’s like aight, I guess. Feels too Oscar-baity a lot of the time and maybe shows a bit too much sympathy to the Nazi officer trying to yoink the protagonist 💀. But the performances are solid and the lighting and sets are pretty well done. I’ve seen worse.
#39 - SHOUSHIMIN: HOW TO BECOME ORDINARY (S1&S2): 9.5/10
Rollin both seasons into one post cause of how hard I binged it. What an incredible series. Some of the most compelling cinematography and directing I’ve seen in a while working in perfect harmony with excellent writing and a beautiful score.
Rollin both seasons into one post cause of how hard I binged it. What an incredible series. Some of the most compelling cinematography and directing I’ve seen in a while working in perfect harmony with excellent writing and a beautiful score.
October 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
#39 - SHOUSHIMIN: HOW TO BECOME ORDINARY (S1&S2): 9.5/10
Rollin both seasons into one post cause of how hard I binged it. What an incredible series. Some of the most compelling cinematography and directing I’ve seen in a while working in perfect harmony with excellent writing and a beautiful score.
Rollin both seasons into one post cause of how hard I binged it. What an incredible series. Some of the most compelling cinematography and directing I’ve seen in a while working in perfect harmony with excellent writing and a beautiful score.
#38 - GHOST OF YOTEI: 8.5/10
A world that’s just as beautiful as Tsushima with a slightly tighter narrative and a noticeably stronger soundtrack. Some of my quibbles in regards to combat from Tsushima still exist but the stances being replaced with bespoke weapons does feel better. Great time.
A world that’s just as beautiful as Tsushima with a slightly tighter narrative and a noticeably stronger soundtrack. Some of my quibbles in regards to combat from Tsushima still exist but the stances being replaced with bespoke weapons does feel better. Great time.
October 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
#38 - GHOST OF YOTEI: 8.5/10
A world that’s just as beautiful as Tsushima with a slightly tighter narrative and a noticeably stronger soundtrack. Some of my quibbles in regards to combat from Tsushima still exist but the stances being replaced with bespoke weapons does feel better. Great time.
A world that’s just as beautiful as Tsushima with a slightly tighter narrative and a noticeably stronger soundtrack. Some of my quibbles in regards to combat from Tsushima still exist but the stances being replaced with bespoke weapons does feel better. Great time.
#37 - THE WIND RISES: 8/10
Will definitely need to rewatch this with the sub cause the dub didn’t feel all too great. A poignant piece about how man’s desire to find and create beauty in all things can often be twisted and distorted into enabling the machinations of war and destruction.
Will definitely need to rewatch this with the sub cause the dub didn’t feel all too great. A poignant piece about how man’s desire to find and create beauty in all things can often be twisted and distorted into enabling the machinations of war and destruction.
October 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#37 - THE WIND RISES: 8/10
Will definitely need to rewatch this with the sub cause the dub didn’t feel all too great. A poignant piece about how man’s desire to find and create beauty in all things can often be twisted and distorted into enabling the machinations of war and destruction.
Will definitely need to rewatch this with the sub cause the dub didn’t feel all too great. A poignant piece about how man’s desire to find and create beauty in all things can often be twisted and distorted into enabling the machinations of war and destruction.
#36 - SAKAMOTO DAYS (SEASON 2): 5.5/10
I think this series is already getting kinda stale? Continues to not look good and even with the plot progressing I dunno how much it feels like things are really building up? IDK I might just not like this series all that much :/
I think this series is already getting kinda stale? Continues to not look good and even with the plot progressing I dunno how much it feels like things are really building up? IDK I might just not like this series all that much :/
October 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#36 - SAKAMOTO DAYS (SEASON 2): 5.5/10
I think this series is already getting kinda stale? Continues to not look good and even with the plot progressing I dunno how much it feels like things are really building up? IDK I might just not like this series all that much :/
I think this series is already getting kinda stale? Continues to not look good and even with the plot progressing I dunno how much it feels like things are really building up? IDK I might just not like this series all that much :/
#35 - THE SUMMER HIKARU DIED: 7/10
Feels uneven plot-wise with certain threads feel like they’re spinning their wheels a bit much but the vibes and atmosphere are really nice, and the intrigue they establish by the end of the season definitely has me keen to see more. Banter is solid too.
Feels uneven plot-wise with certain threads feel like they’re spinning their wheels a bit much but the vibes and atmosphere are really nice, and the intrigue they establish by the end of the season definitely has me keen to see more. Banter is solid too.
October 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#35 - THE SUMMER HIKARU DIED: 7/10
Feels uneven plot-wise with certain threads feel like they’re spinning their wheels a bit much but the vibes and atmosphere are really nice, and the intrigue they establish by the end of the season definitely has me keen to see more. Banter is solid too.
Feels uneven plot-wise with certain threads feel like they’re spinning their wheels a bit much but the vibes and atmosphere are really nice, and the intrigue they establish by the end of the season definitely has me keen to see more. Banter is solid too.
#34 - WITCH WATCH: 8/10
A stunning portrayal of the only ethically responsible Content House.
A stunning portrayal of the only ethically responsible Content House.
October 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#34 - WITCH WATCH: 8/10
A stunning portrayal of the only ethically responsible Content House.
A stunning portrayal of the only ethically responsible Content House.
#33 - DANDADAN (SEASON 2): 8.5/10
Pretty much just as good as the first. I think the Evil Eye stuff drags a bit with how long it all goes on but it’s all still very solid. Probably the best looking show coming out right now, consistently superb animation and great OST. Lowkey like OP2 more than OP1
Pretty much just as good as the first. I think the Evil Eye stuff drags a bit with how long it all goes on but it’s all still very solid. Probably the best looking show coming out right now, consistently superb animation and great OST. Lowkey like OP2 more than OP1
October 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#33 - DANDADAN (SEASON 2): 8.5/10
Pretty much just as good as the first. I think the Evil Eye stuff drags a bit with how long it all goes on but it’s all still very solid. Probably the best looking show coming out right now, consistently superb animation and great OST. Lowkey like OP2 more than OP1
Pretty much just as good as the first. I think the Evil Eye stuff drags a bit with how long it all goes on but it’s all still very solid. Probably the best looking show coming out right now, consistently superb animation and great OST. Lowkey like OP2 more than OP1
#32 - TRAILS IN THE SKY 1ST CHAPTER: 10/10
Aside from some localization nitpicks I have this is an immaculate remake. Combat is maybe the best feeling in the series, the new music arrangements are phenomenal, and even with the odd localization quirks the writing is as strong as ever. Gorgeous game.
Aside from some localization nitpicks I have this is an immaculate remake. Combat is maybe the best feeling in the series, the new music arrangements are phenomenal, and even with the odd localization quirks the writing is as strong as ever. Gorgeous game.
September 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM
#32 - TRAILS IN THE SKY 1ST CHAPTER: 10/10
Aside from some localization nitpicks I have this is an immaculate remake. Combat is maybe the best feeling in the series, the new music arrangements are phenomenal, and even with the odd localization quirks the writing is as strong as ever. Gorgeous game.
Aside from some localization nitpicks I have this is an immaculate remake. Combat is maybe the best feeling in the series, the new music arrangements are phenomenal, and even with the odd localization quirks the writing is as strong as ever. Gorgeous game.
#31 - FINAL FANTASY 4: 7.5/10
A mostly smooth and polished game with a lot of clever writing and gameplay integration. ATB feels pretty good when you have all 5 characters but can feel a bit sluggish with 3 and less. Row system feels a bit funky though and the final boss is a big difficulty spike.
A mostly smooth and polished game with a lot of clever writing and gameplay integration. ATB feels pretty good when you have all 5 characters but can feel a bit sluggish with 3 and less. Row system feels a bit funky though and the final boss is a big difficulty spike.
September 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM
#31 - FINAL FANTASY 4: 7.5/10
A mostly smooth and polished game with a lot of clever writing and gameplay integration. ATB feels pretty good when you have all 5 characters but can feel a bit sluggish with 3 and less. Row system feels a bit funky though and the final boss is a big difficulty spike.
A mostly smooth and polished game with a lot of clever writing and gameplay integration. ATB feels pretty good when you have all 5 characters but can feel a bit sluggish with 3 and less. Row system feels a bit funky though and the final boss is a big difficulty spike.
#30 - FINAL FANTASY 3: 5/10
Storytelling and navigation are weaker than in 2 but there's some sharp combat refinements I appreciate, though the final dungeon does feel especially brutal. Good music though, Eternal Wind is probably the most memorable song in the series so far.
Storytelling and navigation are weaker than in 2 but there's some sharp combat refinements I appreciate, though the final dungeon does feel especially brutal. Good music though, Eternal Wind is probably the most memorable song in the series so far.
September 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM
#30 - FINAL FANTASY 3: 5/10
Storytelling and navigation are weaker than in 2 but there's some sharp combat refinements I appreciate, though the final dungeon does feel especially brutal. Good music though, Eternal Wind is probably the most memorable song in the series so far.
Storytelling and navigation are weaker than in 2 but there's some sharp combat refinements I appreciate, though the final dungeon does feel especially brutal. Good music though, Eternal Wind is probably the most memorable song in the series so far.
#29 - WILD ARMS 3: 9/10
A bit too easy to get lost at certain points with the Search System and stuff but man what an incredible game. Really fun combat, excellent writing, excellent music, just all around superb. The presentation of its OP and ED are second-to-none, unreal levels of Soul.
A bit too easy to get lost at certain points with the Search System and stuff but man what an incredible game. Really fun combat, excellent writing, excellent music, just all around superb. The presentation of its OP and ED are second-to-none, unreal levels of Soul.
September 15, 2025 at 8:05 PM
#29 - WILD ARMS 3: 9/10
A bit too easy to get lost at certain points with the Search System and stuff but man what an incredible game. Really fun combat, excellent writing, excellent music, just all around superb. The presentation of its OP and ED are second-to-none, unreal levels of Soul.
A bit too easy to get lost at certain points with the Search System and stuff but man what an incredible game. Really fun combat, excellent writing, excellent music, just all around superb. The presentation of its OP and ED are second-to-none, unreal levels of Soul.
#28 - LOST SOUL ASIDE: 7/10
The winner of the Vs.13-like duology. Story is pretty clunky but the combat and level design stays engaging the whole way through. You can easily see the dev‘s ambitions, and while it results in some jank, it results in a game that is Perfectly Fine.
The winner of the Vs.13-like duology. Story is pretty clunky but the combat and level design stays engaging the whole way through. You can easily see the dev‘s ambitions, and while it results in some jank, it results in a game that is Perfectly Fine.
September 15, 2025 at 8:05 PM
#28 - LOST SOUL ASIDE: 7/10
The winner of the Vs.13-like duology. Story is pretty clunky but the combat and level design stays engaging the whole way through. You can easily see the dev‘s ambitions, and while it results in some jank, it results in a game that is Perfectly Fine.
The winner of the Vs.13-like duology. Story is pretty clunky but the combat and level design stays engaging the whole way through. You can easily see the dev‘s ambitions, and while it results in some jank, it results in a game that is Perfectly Fine.
#27 - FINAL FANTASY 2: 6/10
A slight improvement over 1. Navigation and storytelling is noticeably better but the progression systems feel awkward with the rotating door of party members and having to use each individual spell instead of generalized WHM/BLM progression.
A slight improvement over 1. Navigation and storytelling is noticeably better but the progression systems feel awkward with the rotating door of party members and having to use each individual spell instead of generalized WHM/BLM progression.
August 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
#27 - FINAL FANTASY 2: 6/10
A slight improvement over 1. Navigation and storytelling is noticeably better but the progression systems feel awkward with the rotating door of party members and having to use each individual spell instead of generalized WHM/BLM progression.
A slight improvement over 1. Navigation and storytelling is noticeably better but the progression systems feel awkward with the rotating door of party members and having to use each individual spell instead of generalized WHM/BLM progression.
#26 - REYNATIS: 4/10
It's Not Good. Some solid Shimomura tracks and some neat *ideas* for combat are all this game really have going for it. Nojima brought his D-game to this and it just kinda looks ugly, paired with quite bad dungeon/area design and side quests. Yikers.
It's Not Good. Some solid Shimomura tracks and some neat *ideas* for combat are all this game really have going for it. Nojima brought his D-game to this and it just kinda looks ugly, paired with quite bad dungeon/area design and side quests. Yikers.
August 21, 2025 at 6:09 PM
#26 - REYNATIS: 4/10
It's Not Good. Some solid Shimomura tracks and some neat *ideas* for combat are all this game really have going for it. Nojima brought his D-game to this and it just kinda looks ugly, paired with quite bad dungeon/area design and side quests. Yikers.
It's Not Good. Some solid Shimomura tracks and some neat *ideas* for combat are all this game really have going for it. Nojima brought his D-game to this and it just kinda looks ugly, paired with quite bad dungeon/area design and side quests. Yikers.