Rei Caldombra
@reicaldombra.bsky.social
Blogger Lizard Vtuber! I talk about anime, manga and other media on my website and YT http://blogunderalog.com and https://youtube.com/@reicaldombrach.?si=JG05HFzh-RIzz7KH
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Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand — Blog Under a Log
I look at how businesses and consumers value and price the idea represented in a video game. Then I observe why video game companies would choose to sell their game for a price of $0 as an optimal bus...
www.blogunderalog.com
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Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Go tell them you hate ai crap, low quality subtitles, and them generally making the anime viewing experience worse to cut costs
December 2, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Go tell them you hate ai crap, low quality subtitles, and them generally making the anime viewing experience worse to cut costs
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Keep the pressure on. No ai dubs for any language
No game No Life and Vinland Saga both had their English AI dubs removed, but Pet still has its English AI dub.
The Spanish AI dubs are unchanged.
The Spanish AI dubs are unchanged.
December 1, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Keep the pressure on. No ai dubs for any language
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 3 - The Pricing of Gacha Games
Here's part 3 out of 6 of the series. With this one focusing on gacha systems, how they are priced and how that plays into consumer behavior.
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#blog #videogames #gacha #analysis
Here's part 3 out of 6 of the series. With this one focusing on gacha systems, how they are priced and how that plays into consumer behavior.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #videogames #gacha #analysis
www.blogunderalog.com
December 1, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 3 - The Pricing of Gacha Games
Here's part 3 out of 6 of the series. With this one focusing on gacha systems, how they are priced and how that plays into consumer behavior.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #videogames #gacha #analysis
Here's part 3 out of 6 of the series. With this one focusing on gacha systems, how they are priced and how that plays into consumer behavior.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #videogames #gacha #analysis
Here's a review of the Kase-San and Morning Glories Anime OVA! This is a short and sweet romance that is great for fluffy romance enjoyers such as myself or girls love fans specifically, but is an adaptation with notable flaws that are hard not to nitpick.
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Kase-San and Morning Glories Anime OVA Review - Fleeting Flowers — Blog Under a Log
The Kase-San anime OVA is a solid sweet shot of girls love romance in a flawed small package
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December 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Here's a review of the Kase-San and Morning Glories Anime OVA! This is a short and sweet romance that is great for fluffy romance enjoyers such as myself or girls love fans specifically, but is an adaptation with notable flaws that are hard not to nitpick.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
I put together a board for my concept of an 11th anniversary that would be neat. Based more on my tastes rather than what I think they would do. But I think it could work
More Daima, makes Namek cat exist again, new namekians, starts revival of Terr Conq, WE NEED MORE SUB EZAS
#DokkanBattle
More Daima, makes Namek cat exist again, new namekians, starts revival of Terr Conq, WE NEED MORE SUB EZAS
#DokkanBattle
December 1, 2025 at 1:10 AM
I put together a board for my concept of an 11th anniversary that would be neat. Based more on my tastes rather than what I think they would do. But I think it could work
More Daima, makes Namek cat exist again, new namekians, starts revival of Terr Conq, WE NEED MORE SUB EZAS
#DokkanBattle
More Daima, makes Namek cat exist again, new namekians, starts revival of Terr Conq, WE NEED MORE SUB EZAS
#DokkanBattle
Just finished reading Hirohiko Araki's Manga in Theory and Practice. I really enjoyed reading it! Super interesting to hear the creative process and philosophy behind his craft. Very highly recommended to anyone who enjoys learning about artistic creation, regardless of if you create or not
November 26, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Just finished reading Hirohiko Araki's Manga in Theory and Practice. I really enjoyed reading it! Super interesting to hear the creative process and philosophy behind his craft. Very highly recommended to anyone who enjoys learning about artistic creation, regardless of if you create or not
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand — Blog Under a Log
I look at how businesses and consumers value and price the idea represented in a video game. Then I observe why video game companies would choose to sell their game for a price of $0 as an optimal bus...
www.blogunderalog.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:51 AM
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 2 - Innovation, Supply, and Demand
Part 2 of the big research and analysis on Gacha games! This one focusing on costs and innovation and how the gacha system plays into these ideas and more.
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Ask yourself this: Do you want this to be the future of your anime watching experience, forever? If your answer is no, then act on it! If you are a journalist or anyone with a platform, talk about this! If you know such people, urge them to do so! Use my article as base! Now, before it's too late!
November 21, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Ask yourself this: Do you want this to be the future of your anime watching experience, forever? If your answer is no, then act on it! If you are a journalist or anyone with a platform, talk about this! If you know such people, urge them to do so! Use my article as base! Now, before it's too late!
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Important update: I have received word from insiders that Crunchyroll executives have deemed the user backlash to be small enough that their subtitle enshittification & OOONA plans will NOT be cancelled, only delayed.
I have added an update to the article. There's a summary at the top now too.
I have added an update to the article. There's a summary at the top now too.
New article on ★ daiz.moe ★
Crunchyroll is destroying its subtitles for no good reason
daiz.moe/crunchyroll-...
A ton of research and effort went into this one. This is the article to read to get to the bottom of Crunchyroll's subtitle changes!
Replies here will show up as comments (eventually)
Crunchyroll is destroying its subtitles for no good reason
daiz.moe/crunchyroll-...
A ton of research and effort went into this one. This is the article to read to get to the bottom of Crunchyroll's subtitle changes!
Replies here will show up as comments (eventually)
Crunchyroll is destroying its subtitles for no good reason | Daiz.moe
With the Fall 2025 anime season, Crunchyroll demonstrates zero respect for anime as a medium as the presentation quality of its subtitles reach an all-time low.
daiz.moe
November 21, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Important update: I have received word from insiders that Crunchyroll executives have deemed the user backlash to be small enough that their subtitle enshittification & OOONA plans will NOT be cancelled, only delayed.
I have added an update to the article. There's a summary at the top now too.
I have added an update to the article. There's a summary at the top now too.
Taking advantage of the Sentai Filmworks black friday sale for anime blue rays, just got the full K-ON series and Somali and the Forest Spirit. The full series of K-ON for just $30 is awesome.
Also wanted to mention Azumanga Daioh and Kino's Journey getting blue rays in 2026, prob been a long time
Also wanted to mention Azumanga Daioh and Kino's Journey getting blue rays in 2026, prob been a long time
November 22, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Taking advantage of the Sentai Filmworks black friday sale for anime blue rays, just got the full K-ON series and Somali and the Forest Spirit. The full series of K-ON for just $30 is awesome.
Also wanted to mention Azumanga Daioh and Kino's Journey getting blue rays in 2026, prob been a long time
Also wanted to mention Azumanga Daioh and Kino's Journey getting blue rays in 2026, prob been a long time
Bocchi the Rock Chapter 92 + 93 Review - An Interview and Sleep Stress
Another dual set of reviews. We have 2 super funny chapters here. But I wish Ryo got a moment to shine in 92. But 93 is one of my favorites.
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#blog #review #manga #bocchitherock
Another dual set of reviews. We have 2 super funny chapters here. But I wish Ryo got a moment to shine in 92. But 93 is one of my favorites.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #review #manga #bocchitherock
Bocchi the Rock Ch. 92 + 93 Review - An Interview and Sleep Stress — Blog Under a Log
Bocchi and Ryo have to handle an interview and Nijika needs to fall asleep for their road trip
www.blogunderalog.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Bocchi the Rock Chapter 92 + 93 Review - An Interview and Sleep Stress
Another dual set of reviews. We have 2 super funny chapters here. But I wish Ryo got a moment to shine in 92. But 93 is one of my favorites.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #review #manga #bocchitherock
Another dual set of reviews. We have 2 super funny chapters here. But I wish Ryo got a moment to shine in 92. But 93 is one of my favorites.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#blog #review #manga #bocchitherock
Managed to beat Stage 4 Night in Holocure with the tank god Masturi build! Took a few tries.
In this stage I was not able to achieve pretty much true invincibility like I've seen people do on other stages. Felt close it but never there. I had to retreat eventually when getting swarmed on purpose.
In this stage I was not able to achieve pretty much true invincibility like I've seen people do on other stages. Felt close it but never there. I had to retreat eventually when getting swarmed on purpose.
November 20, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Managed to beat Stage 4 Night in Holocure with the tank god Masturi build! Took a few tries.
In this stage I was not able to achieve pretty much true invincibility like I've seen people do on other stages. Felt close it but never there. I had to retreat eventually when getting swarmed on purpose.
In this stage I was not able to achieve pretty much true invincibility like I've seen people do on other stages. Felt close it but never there. I had to retreat eventually when getting swarmed on purpose.
Here's something new and a bit different, a big research and analysis on the gacha game industry written by my friend Researcher Alex and edited by me. Please check it out if you're interested and stay tuned for the subsequent parts coming out weekly!
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
Economic Analysis on Gacha Game Pricing - Part 1 - General History — Blog Under a Log
Historical context to the analysis on how video game companies design and monetize gacha games.
www.blogunderalog.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Here's something new and a bit different, a big research and analysis on the gacha game industry written by my friend Researcher Alex and edited by me. Please check it out if you're interested and stay tuned for the subsequent parts coming out weekly!
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
Isopod Video Game Review - A Small Delightful Adventure
Isopod is a short and sweet indie game that is pure gaming fun. I wanna rep the indies when I can, so here's a review! It is not a perfect game, but the core gameplay is so freaking good.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#review #blog
Isopod is a short and sweet indie game that is pure gaming fun. I wanna rep the indies when I can, so here's a review! It is not a perfect game, but the core gameplay is so freaking good.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#review #blog
Isopod Video Game Review - A Small Delightful Adventure — Blog Under a Log
Isopod is a short and sweet indie game that I had a ton of fun playing
www.blogunderalog.com
November 15, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Isopod Video Game Review - A Small Delightful Adventure
Isopod is a short and sweet indie game that is pure gaming fun. I wanna rep the indies when I can, so here's a review! It is not a perfect game, but the core gameplay is so freaking good.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#review #blog
Isopod is a short and sweet indie game that is pure gaming fun. I wanna rep the indies when I can, so here's a review! It is not a perfect game, but the core gameplay is so freaking good.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
#review #blog
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
November 12, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Omori Manga Ch. 13 Review - Broken Home
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Another great chapter, with Aubrey yet again getting heart wrenching content about her that's super good but hurts 😭
#manga #review #blog
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Another great chapter, with Aubrey yet again getting heart wrenching content about her that's super good but hurts 😭
#manga #review #blog
Omori Manga Ch. 13 Review - Broken Home — Blog Under a Log
This is another chapter that does a ton of work to uplift these characters and their experiences.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Omori Manga Ch. 13 Review - Broken Home
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Another great chapter, with Aubrey yet again getting heart wrenching content about her that's super good but hurts 😭
#manga #review #blog
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
Another great chapter, with Aubrey yet again getting heart wrenching content about her that's super good but hurts 😭
#manga #review #blog
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Pro Tip: When you're incredibly frustrated by politics but it's the middle of the night so you can't organize a march or blow up lawmakers' phones, it is more healthy to get off social media and watch a movie or play a game or otherwise just do something to try and improve your mood rather than stew
November 10, 2025 at 5:15 AM
Pro Tip: When you're incredibly frustrated by politics but it's the middle of the night so you can't organize a march or blow up lawmakers' phones, it is more healthy to get off social media and watch a movie or play a game or otherwise just do something to try and improve your mood rather than stew
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Good literary translation requires understanding (language, culture, genre--on both sides of the translation) and an ability to write well. "AI" can't do that. There are no shortcuts. Treat your work and foreign language readers with the respect they deserve. You won't fool anyone with this.
Amazon has launched a new AI-driven translation service, Kindle Translate, for Kindle Direct Publishing authors 👇 #BookSky
Amazon launches AI translation service for indie authors
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November 7, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Good literary translation requires understanding (language, culture, genre--on both sides of the translation) and an ability to write well. "AI" can't do that. There are no shortcuts. Treat your work and foreign language readers with the respect they deserve. You won't fool anyone with this.
www.blogunderalog.com/blog-collect...
The Joy of Life in Motion - CITY the Animation Review and Analysis
City is honestly one of my favorite things ever! So here is an article of me gushing about it in all the ways that came to mind for me.
#anime #blog #review #analysis
The Joy of Life in Motion - CITY the Animation Review and Analysis
City is honestly one of my favorite things ever! So here is an article of me gushing about it in all the ways that came to mind for me.
#anime #blog #review #analysis
The Joy of Life in Motion - CITY the Animation Review and Analysis — Blog Under a Log
CITY the animation is one of my favorite things I have watched.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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The Joy of Life in Motion - CITY the Animation Review and Analysis
City is honestly one of my favorite things ever! So here is an article of me gushing about it in all the ways that came to mind for me.
#anime #blog #review #analysis
The Joy of Life in Motion - CITY the Animation Review and Analysis
City is honestly one of my favorite things ever! So here is an article of me gushing about it in all the ways that came to mind for me.
#anime #blog #review #analysis
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
i really didnt want to share this but here we go! im a snap recipient. i barely make enough to cover my celiac-friendly food as a celiac haver since gluten free food is generally more expensive.
please consider commissioning me or donating as i am in a horrendous spot right now financially. ty ;;
please consider commissioning me or donating as i am in a horrendous spot right now financially. ty ;;
(pls share 🥹)
commissions are now open for Animal Crossing characters (fan oc is okay!), Pokemon, simple style OC, & anime style custom art 🩷
i opened only 2 slots for each type, so there should be 8 slots in total across 4 comm styles! ^^ pls read each listing carefully~
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commissions are now open for Animal Crossing characters (fan oc is okay!), Pokemon, simple style OC, & anime style custom art 🩷
i opened only 2 slots for each type, so there should be 8 slots in total across 4 comm styles! ^^ pls read each listing carefully~
ko-fi.com/strawbunnyca...
November 5, 2025 at 5:34 AM
i really didnt want to share this but here we go! im a snap recipient. i barely make enough to cover my celiac-friendly food as a celiac haver since gluten free food is generally more expensive.
please consider commissioning me or donating as i am in a horrendous spot right now financially. ty ;;
please consider commissioning me or donating as i am in a horrendous spot right now financially. ty ;;
Tsukumizu is confirmed to be making a new manga in 2026! Lets freaking gooooo, so hyped!
Please go read/watch Girls Last Tour then go read Shimeji Simulation
Please go read/watch Girls Last Tour then go read Shimeji Simulation
October 31, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Tsukumizu is confirmed to be making a new manga in 2026! Lets freaking gooooo, so hyped!
Please go read/watch Girls Last Tour then go read Shimeji Simulation
Please go read/watch Girls Last Tour then go read Shimeji Simulation
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Last chance to turn it off.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
October 31, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Last chance to turn it off.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
On Monday, November 3rd, Microsoft will start using your LinkedIn data for AI training. And remember, you're opted in by default.
To toggle it off 👉 Account - Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for Generative AI Improvement.
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Kodansha, Kadokawa, Square Enix, Shogakukan, Akita Shoten, The Association of Japanese Animations and thirteen other co-signers released a joint statement denouncing Open AI’s Sora 2 for infringing on their copyright without permission/proper compensation
October 31, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Kodansha, Kadokawa, Square Enix, Shogakukan, Akita Shoten, The Association of Japanese Animations and thirteen other co-signers released a joint statement denouncing Open AI’s Sora 2 for infringing on their copyright without permission/proper compensation
Reposted by Rei Caldombra
Humble Book Bundle: The Nearly Complete Nagatoro Collection buff.ly/ajzMTew #ad
October 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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"I DON'T NEED YOU TO FUCKING REWRITE WHAT I'VE JUST WRITTEN!"
October 28, 2025 at 10:46 AM
"I DON'T NEED YOU TO FUCKING REWRITE WHAT I'VE JUST WRITTEN!"