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HiDive Debuting ‘The Eminence in Shadow’ Season 2 At Anime Expo

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HiDive Debuting ‘The Eminence in Shadow’ Season 2 At Anime Expo

Fans of the dark fantasy anime ‘The Eminence in Shadow’ got some big news with the announcement that HiDive will host its North American debut at the Anime Expo. They will release a subtitled version with a Q&A with Seiichiro Yamashita and the dubbed premiere will feature a panel with voice actors Adam Gibbs and Christina Kelly.

HiDive said on their website that they had “announced today that it will host the world premiere of The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season in Los Angeles, Calif. at next month’s Anime Expo, the largest annual anime convention in North America. Presented in partnership with Kadokawa, this first-ever dual world premiere event features separate English subtitled and dub premieres of The Eminence in Shadow 2nd Season Episode 1 on July 1 and July 4, respectively.”

‘The Eminence in Shadow’ is based on a light novel written by Daisuke Aizawa, illustrated by the artist known as Tozai, and published by Enterbrain. The anime is produced by the Japanese animation studio Nexus with Sentai Filmworks releasing it in the United States.

You can watch the trailer below:

‘The Eminence in Shadow’ fandom wiki describes the synopsis as follows,

“Even in his past life, Cid’s dream wasn’t to become a protagonist or a final boss. He’d rather lie low as a minor character until it’s prime time to reveal he’s a mastermind…or at least, do the next best thing-pretend to be one! And now that he’s been reborn into another world, he’s ready to set the perfect conditions to live out his dreams to the fullest. Armed with his overactive imagination, Cid jokingly recruits members to his organization and makes up a whole backstory about an evil cult that they need to take down. Well, as luck would have it, these imaginary adversaries turn out to be the real deal-and everyone knows the truth but him!”

The Japanese publisher Kadokawa Shoten publishes a manga version of the light novel with Anri Sakano illustrating. Yen Press releases the English version.

Teen Romance Manga ‘A Condition Called Love’ Is Becoming An Anime

Jacob Airey
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Teen Romance Manga ‘A Condition Called Love’ Is Becoming An Anime

‘Hananoi-kun and Love Disease’ is a teen romance manga written and illustrated by Megumi Morino known as ‘A Condition Called Live’ in international markets. Published by Kodansha since 2017, it won the Kodansha Manga Award in 2021 for best “shojo” and was voted as the tenth best manga by Japanese bookstores in 2018. With this popularity, it was announced on the manga’s official website that it would be adapted into an anime.

“From the creator of acclaimed drama manga Wake Up, Sleeping Beauty, Megumi Morino’s A Condition Called Love officially prescribed its TV anime adaptation today. A teaser visual was released as our first dose of this cute rom-com series, which is set to debut sometime in 2024,” Crunchyroll said on their website.

Morina expressed her excitement. In a statement translated by Anime Corner she said, “A Condition Called Love will be adapted into an anime. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the people who are currently involved in the work and to all the readers who have read and supported the original work. I would like to look forward to seeing Hananoi-kun and others moving and talking and falling in love with everyone.”

She released a commemorative image to celebrate:

You can check out the visual promo on the official Twitter:

AniList described the synopsis as follows,

“Hotaru is a 16-year-old high school first-year who has always been ambivalent about love, preferring instead to have a lively life with her family and friends. So when she sees her schoolmate, Hananoi-kun, sitting in the snow after a messy, public breakup, she thinks nothing of offering to share her umbrella. But when he asks her out in the middle of her classroom the next day, she can’t help but feel that her life is about to change in a big way…”

Kodansha also publishes the manga in the United States. In 2020, it was a digital exclusive, but they began to release the print version in 2023.

GameStop’s CEO, Matthew Furlong, Has Been Fired

Mike Phalin
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GameStop’s CEO, Matthew Furlong, Has Been Fired

After spending only two years in the role of GameStop’s CEO and President, Matthew Furlong was terminated on June 5th. The company’s Board of Directors did not cite a reason for the firing.

Since 2018, GameStop’s corporate office has seen several CEOs go, but most of them were resignations or people filling in the position temporarily. Even the person in the CEO position now, general counsel Mark Robinson, is most likely in the role for the interim.

We learned of the news via GameSpot, which also reminded us that Furlong was the one who tried to push GameStop into the NFT market. Considering the number of rug pulls and scams we’ve seen in the non-fungible token market, I wouldn’t be surprised if this brainfart of an idea was one of the reasons the CEO got the shaft.

Speaking of crypto, we attempted to see what became of this idea. However, GameStop’s NFT website does not appear to work as of the writing of this article. While the page loads, the creators’ images and available NFTs do not. We attempted viewing this on multiple browsers and via two different IP providers with no luck.

The Board’s decision may have negatively affected the value of the stock (GME), as it was down close to 20%, closing at around $21. The company’s value has yet to reclaim its January 2021 high of $81.25. Then again, the spike was caused mainly by Reddit users and was possibly more harmful than helpful for the gaming retailer.

Thankfully, we haven’t heard about further employee terminations within corporate or physical store locations since December. However, the brick-and-mortar stores are noticeably understaffed, at least for the dozen in my metro area.

I stopped in two GameStops that are literally across the street from each other and noticed there was only one employee at each. Said employees spent more time in the backroom than where the customers were browsing. However, like most of the other customers, I found nothing worth buying and left.

One thing I can commend some GameStop stores on is the removal of entire walls dedicated to Funko Pops. They don’t sell, forcing the stores to locate more interesting merchandise (expensive collector’s editions of games) either high up out of reach or behind the counter where customers cannot readily inspect them.

 

[Source: GameSpot] [Source: GameStop] [Source: Market Watch] [Source: PC Gamer]

The Batman’s Grapple Launcher Replica Arrives This August

Mike Phalin
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The Batman’s Grapple Launcher Replica Arrives This August

Factory Entertainment is taking pre-orders for another prop replica from The Batman. This time it is the Dark Knight’s grapple launcher.

The prop isn’t seen in detail throughout Matt Reeves’s 2022 adaptation of the iconic DC Comics hero. Thanks to digital assets from Warner Bros., Factory Entertainment has created a remarkable 1:1 replica.

The grapple has some similarities to the device used in Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman. Thankfully, The Batman Grapple Launcher is far more affordable, coming in at only $399.99.

However, unlike the modular ’89 replica, Factory Entertainment’s offer is primarily static. It features “a rotating reel of actual nylon rope and a two-position activation switch.” There is, oddly, no actual grappling hook. Weird.

Although it may not be functional, the grapple does come with a sweet presentation box and individually numbered metal plaque.

The Batman grapple replica is expected to ship this August.

 

THE BATMAN | GRAPPLE LAUNCHER LIMITED EDITION PROP REPLICA
Photo Credit: Factory Entertainment
THE BATMAN | GRAPPLE LAUNCHER LIMITED EDITION PROP REPLICA
Photo Credit: Factory Entertainment
THE BATMAN | GRAPPLE LAUNCHER LIMITED EDITION PROP REPLICA
Photo Credit: Factory Entertainment

Throughout The Batman, much like in The Dark Knight Trilogy, the Caped Crusader uses mostly reality-based gadgets to fight crime. Since the film focuses on Bruce Wayne’s early career under the cowl, he sometimes fumbles with his tools.

Out of all of his toys, I’d like to see replicas of Batman’s gauntlets and maybe a vial of what I’m pretty sure was Venom. Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight comics showed Bats having to use and getting addicted to the dangerous strength enhancer. This could be a great plot for a follow-up to the Matt Reeves film.

A replica of the new cowl would also be something I’d like to get my hands on. It looks more functional than stylistic in The Batman while also, maybe unintentionally, paying homage to Gotham By Gaslight‘s costume.

What did you think of The Batman and Robert Pattinson in the role of the Dark Knight? Let us know in the comments section below.

[Source: Factory Entertainment]

GKids Announces English Dub Cast For ‘Lonely Castle in the Mirror’

Jacob Airey
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GKids Announces English Dub Cast For ‘Lonely Castle in the Mirror’

The Japanese film ‘Lonely Castle in the Mirror’ is produced by the Japanese film studio A-1 Pictures and directed by Keiichi Hara, who based it on the 2017 novel written by . It was released in Japan in December 2022 where it made a huge showing at the local box office. GKids previously announced that they are bringing the film to the United States for a limited run on June 21 and June 22, 2023, which will include an English version, dropping the cast list.

GKids revealed the voice cast on their website:

  • Kokoro Anzai voiced by Micah Lin
  • Rion voiced by Huxley Westemeier
  • Aki voiced by Giselle Fernandez
  • Subaru voiced by Kieran Regan
  • Fuka voiced by Zoe Glick
  • Masamune voiced by Adrian Marrero
  • Ureshino voiced by Riley Webb
  • Wolf Queen voiced by Vivienne Rutherford

GKids said, “Hara worked with various past collaborators on the project, including screenwriter Miho Maruo (Miss Hokusai, The Wonderland), composer Harumi Fuuki (Miss Hokusai, The Wonderland), as well as acclaimed artist Ilya Kuvshinov (The Wonderland) for visual concept and castle designs.”

You can watch the trailer below:

The Japanese voice actors include Ami Touma, Takumi Kitamura, Sakura Kiryu, Rihito Itagaki, Naho Yokomizo, Minami Takayama, Yuki Kaji, and Mana Ashida.

GKids describes the synopsis as follows,

“Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanting castle where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf.”

Tokyo-based publisher Shueisha published a manga version of the novel illustrated by Tomo Taketomi. Seven Seas Entertainment acquired the license to publish it in English.

Anime Rom-Com ‘Senryu Girl’ Is Headed To HiDive

Jacob Airey
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Anime Rom-Com ‘Senryu Girl’ Is Headed To HiDive

‘Senryuu Shojo’ is a 2016 slice-of-life romantic comedy manga created by Masakuni Igarashi and released by the Tokyo-based publisher Kodansha. In 2019, the Japanese animation studio Connect picked it up as anime and released it under the tile ‘Senryu Girl’ in international markets including the United States. Sentai Filmworks dubbed all thirteen episodes during its initial run.

Fans of the show got some good news when the streaming service HiDive announced that they would be adding the subbed and dubbed version of the series to its streaming library on June 11 where audiences can rewatch the anime.

You can watch this clip from the dub below:

The anime was directed by Masato Jinbo with characters being designed by Maki Hashimoto.

The English voice cast includes:

  • Natalie Rial (Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma: The Fifth Plate) as Nanako Yukishiro
  • Adam Gibbs (Black Clover) as Eiji Busujima
  • Allison Sumrall (Chaika – The Coffin Princess Avenging Battle) as Kino Yakobe
  • Carli Mosier (Heaven’s Lost Property the Movie: The Angeloid of Clockwork) as Tao Hanaki
  • Olivia Swasey (Babylon) as Koto Ōtsuki
  • Whitney Rodgers (Dragon Ball Z Kai) as Amane Katagiri
  • Hilary Haag (5 Centimeters Per Second) as Hanabi Busujima
  • Joanne Bonasso (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?) as Chifuyu Yukishiro
  • Josh Morrison (Grimoire of Zero) as Yoshihiko Yukishiro
  • Kira Vincent-Davis (Farming Life in Another World) as Hiro Yukishiro

Wikipedia describes the synopsis as follows,

“The story focuses on the relationship between Nanako Yukishiro, a girl who only communicates through senryū written on tanzaku, and Eiji Busujima, an ex-delinquent who attempts to write his own senryū.[4] The story follows their different takes on everyday life through their senryu. Most chapters take the form of a collection of yonkomas with a few more traditional pages thrown in; these tell the chapter’s story when read in order.”

The manga was serialized in ‘Weekly Shōnen Magazine’ during its run between 2016 and 2020.

HasLab’s Next Campaign Succeeds! G.I. Joe Classified’s Dragonfly Is Funded!

Mike Phalin
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HasLab’s Next Campaign Succeeds! G.I. Joe Classified’s Dragonfly Is Funded!

Before we even knew it was announced, Hasbro’s new HasLab crowdfunding campaign succeeded. The G.I. Joe Classified Series Assault Copter Dragonfly (XH-1) surpassed its required 10,000 backers within about 24 hours from kickoff.

The updated version of the 1:12 scale Dragonfly will feature light-up instrument panels, a working spotlight, spinning rotor blades, and an exclusive Wild Bill Hardy figure! The colossal helicopter will measure 34″ wide, 13″ deep, and 11″ tall.

The Dragonfly will be highly customizable with several munitions load-outs, including:

  • 2 Creeper missiles
  • 2 70MM unguided rocket launchers
  • 2 Jester Missile racks to hold 8 Jester Missiles
  • Removable laser-guided stationary 160MM Cannon Pod with belt-fed ammo that connects to the port side of the chopper

Of course, the details aren’t just in the guns and cockpit. The G.I. Joe vehicle will also host several small details like functional access panels, stabilizers, gullwing doors, and stickers! It wouldn’t be a G.I. Joe toy without a decal sheet!

Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro
Image Credit: Hasbro

This is the second G.I. Joe Classified Series campaign to smash through funding goals at a rapid pace. The former is the awesome-looking COBRA H.I.S.S. tank.

Now, even though the Dragonfly has reached the necessary number of backers to start production, Hasbro still has three more stretch goal tiers open:

  • 13,000 backers to unlock G.I. Joe Assault Copter Dragonfly (XH-1) Classified Recruit #1 – NIGHT FORCE RIP CORD
  • 16,000 backers to unlock G.I. Joe Assault Copter Dragonfly (XH-1) Classified Recruit #2
  • 19,000 backers to unlock G.I. Joe Assault Copter Dragonfly (XH-1) Classified Recruit #3

Considering how quickly the Dragonfly was funded, expect Hasbro to expand on the stretch goals within the next 40 days. The H.I.S.S. saw the addition of a classic Cobra Commander figure added at the end. How do you think Hasbro will top that?

I must stress that Hasbro tends to overpromise and underdeliver when it comes to crowdfunding campaigns. The Ghostbusters Proton Pack is a prime example. It has been months, and Hasbro still has not responded to us about the inaccurate decals and other issues with the $399 replica.

On a side note, it is infinitely entertaining that G.I. Joe vehicles are being funded while multiple Star Wars HasLab projects fell flat. However, if a Black Series Millenium Falcon were announced, it would blast through the funding barriers.

[Source: Hasbro Pulse]

Star Wars: The Old Republic Moving from BioWare to Broadsword

Jakejames Lugo
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Star Wars: The Old Republic Moving from BioWare to Broadsword

Many Star Wars fans who have played the long-running massively multiplayer online RPG Star Wars: The Old Republic will have to get ready for some big changes. The game has been played since December 2011 actively and was originally released in competition with Blizzard’s World of Warcraft. Many praised the abundance of content and detail tailored to those who love the Star Wars galaxy, as well as those who love the storytelling of the universe, taking place in a similar time period as the beloved Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic games. The Old Republic has since been regularly updated with new content for players by EA BioWare. But that will be changing very soon, with a new company taking control over ongoing operations and development for Star Wars: The Old Republic.

According to sources and a report published on IGN, both EA and MMO developer Broadsword Online Games have signed a letter of intent to move control of the game over to them. A deal is expected to be finalized towards the end of the month. Following the publication of the story on IGN, EA made a statement on the news about what will be happening with Star Wars: The Old Republic and what players should expect.

“Almost 12 years after launch, Star Wars: The Old Republic remains a success and continues to grow its dedicated and passionate community. We’re so proud of the work the team has done, and the future of the game and the community continues to be very bright. We’re evaluating how we give the game and the team the best opportunity to grow and evolve, which includes conversations with Broadsword, a boutique studio that specializes in delivering online, community-driven experiences. Our goal is to do what is best for the game and its players.”

Broadsword Online Games is the current developer of games like Ultima Online and Dark Age of Camelot. After the transition, Star Wars: The Old Republic will continue to get updates, such as a new PvP season and patch 7.3 coming out soon. More updates for the game are expected to follow in the months afterward. The last big update for the game was the expansion pack “Legacy of the Sith” which also celebrated the game’s 10-year anniversary. Star Wars: The Old Republic has been free-to-play for a long time, despite being a subscription-based game at first, with regular updates that keep players engaged with new content since its initial release.

As far as the development team working on the game, many on the current team who had been working on The Old Republic will be moving over to Broadsword Online. The rest that is leftover from the transition will either be moving to other projects in development within the company, such as the recently announced Mass Effect and Dragon Age games. Others who aren’t assigned to other things will end up being let go. There are around 80 people on the team who worked on updating and maintaining development on Star Wars: The Old Republic.

What are your thoughts about Star Wars: The Old Republic and the changes happening? Have you been playing the game and seeing all of the new expansions? Let us know down below in the comments!

Diablo IV Characters Can Get Eulogies by Megan Fox

Jakejames Lugo
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Diablo IV Characters Can Get Eulogies by Megan Fox

Diablo IV recently had its release on home consoles and PC, allowing players to battle hordes of enemies and find legendary loot. Despite a few online connection stumbles at first, many are finding themselves in Sanctuary and facing demons under the command of Lilith. At some point during their quest, a player may die when fighting the powerful enemies that lurk around the game’s environments. Normally that wouldn’t be a big deal as players can just continue their game, but what if your character’s death got highlighted with a eulogy by actress Megan Fox? Would that make the game more interesting?

Blizzard is collaborating with actress Megan Fox, who recently posted on her Instagram a promo for Diablo IV. The short video invites players to share their worst or last in-game death they had while playing Diablo IV, and if chosen Megan will give their character a eulogy about how they lived in Sanctuary. This is done by using the hashtag #DiabloDeaths when posting a clip online.

But that’s not the only thing they might get by submitting a Diablo IV clip on either Twitter, TikTok, or Instagram. She might instead make fun of you if your submitted clip was a chump’s death. The promo asks players to submit their clips by June 7th, and then June 8th is when Megan’s reactions will start going up on social media. Given the actress’ well-known sass, everyone can definitely expect some genuinely funny reactions to the clips shared online. Many players might be getting a eulogy that tells of how heroic their character went out in-game, but there might be an unlucky few who get mocked for being slain in the worst ways.

Diablo IV has a lot of tough areas that players might find themselves getting killed in, especially in some of the game’s tougher boss fights and dungeons. Depending on the class you choose, some sections of Diablo IV may be more difficult to navigate than others, particularly for classes that can’t take a lot of hits often. The same can be said for the larger battles that require multiple players to tackle, which require a lot of careful planning and preparation beforehand. Regardless, most people would rather have their character’s tale be of heroic death in battle for Megan Fox to praise, rather than her detailing how much of a chump they were when getting killed. We’ll know how ridiculous things will get when the eulogies start getting shared online.

What do you think of Diablo IV and the promo that Blizzard is doing with Megan Fox? Is there something you want to see done with the game at some point? Share your thoughts about Diablo IV in the comments down below!

More Banjo-Kazooie Collectibles Are Here! Check Out Walrus Banjo’s Statue!

Mike Phalin
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More Banjo-Kazooie Collectibles Are Here! Check Out Walrus Banjo’s Statue!

Eekum Bokum! Get ready to travel to Freezeezy Peak with Walrus Banjo! Mmmmm… 1998 Banjo-Kazooie nostalgia!

First4Figures has announced another new Banjo-Kazooie statue, celebrating the Rare N64 title we all remember so fondly. The best part is that F4F didn’t make ten different versions of the statue!

That’s right, there’s only one Walrus Banjo, and he is currently going for $274.99. The price, which is $20 off, will go back up to $299 at the end of this month.

There are no special features with Walrus Banjo. No LEDs or swappable parts. Nope. What you see is what you get. It’s Banjo freshly transformed into a walrus via Mumbo’s magic.

The big-eyed, happy, and chubby Banjo is expected to release during the first quarter of 2024.

BANJO-KAZOOIE - WALRUS BANJO
Photo Credit: First4Figures
BANJO-KAZOOIE - WALRUS BANJO
Photo Credit: First4Figures
BANJO-KAZOOIE - WALRUS BANJO
Photo Credit: First4Figures
BANJO-KAZOOIE - WALRUS BANJO
Photo Credit: First4Figures
BANJO-KAZOOIE - WALRUS BANJO
Photo Credit: First4Figures

“One of the many transformations Banjo and Kazooie undergo in the original game is turning into an adorable Walrus to explore Freezeezy Peak. This toothy transformation can withstand the world’s icy waters, and can also challenge Boggy the Bear to a sled race!”

Walrus Banjo comes with the following:

  • Swirling blue and yellow Mumbo magic
  • Skull plinth replica base
  • Limited edition numbering
  • Banjo-Kazooie Authentication card

The last First4Figures Banjo-Kazooie collectible we covered was the adorable Bee Banjo. Which character or version of Banjo do you think will be next?

Banjo-Kazooie came out when I was in my late teens, but Rare’s gameplay loops were addictive even for a cynical teen. Although the game might seem very basic nowadays, in the 1990s fully 3D, semi-open-world video games were still very unique. It would be years before Ubisoft came around and made free-roam gameplay a chore.

What are some of your favorite memories from Banjo-Kazooie and its sequels? Let us know in the comments section below.

[Source: First4Figures]
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