>>2223
It can't just be the admin's quiet little project?

>>2235
Definitely yes!

>>2223
I upgraded my smartphone and I'm no longer inconvenienced by its obsoleteness so I could be swifter to remove garbage from this site no matter where I am from now on

We love Yuno

>>2258
That makes sense!

I've been reading Frankenstein for the first time. The story is more riveting than I expected
It's fun perusing it in English and learning from it a lot of literary English expressions

>>2250
Did anything in Republic amuse you?

>>2296
Frankenstein's rly good. Something that really fascinates me is how these old figures have changed through the decades. From the original to how the general public sees them today. This is especially true with fairy tales, and how they've been adapted by Disney.

Something I did after reading through an original of something, is to check out the most popular adaption and see how they compare. That can be something fun for you to check out after you finish reading.

>>2301
Informative picture!

>>2296
Yeah, I liked the stories and allegories Plato put in the book. I think the stories matter more than the actual city Plato describes when reading it. There's some things I liked and disliked. I did like was the allegory of the cave. I didn't like the censorship Plato wanted, though. I know Aristotle also disagreed with Plato a lot in his books, too.
Reading Plato's other books, I do think Plato got more traditional later on in his life, comparing his earlier books like Charmides to his later books like Laws, and the Republic was written in the middle of his life, so in that way it is a more interesting or amusing read.

How did you like Frankenstein?

>>2328
I've always wondered about that!

Finished reading Kinmoza!
I should have read it all earlier since the substance of it that advocates transnational cultural exchange clearly proves it to be a quintessential work to energize the spirit of this board

>>2187
I believe there are many historical manga series, though neither can I name a lot

>>2286
>I've slowed way down on watching anime, and have been reading a lot more manga lately
It has occurred to me recently that I should rather be more inclined to read manga than watching anime because in the era of media saturation monochromatic comics are less likely to inflict sensory overload on me

>Ika Musume
I'm nostalgic about it, I wasn't watching the anime when it was a thing though I was aware of it
Because you mentioned it, I've just started reading it in the hope that it will succeed Kinmoza for me to amuse me in a similar wholesome way

>>2288
Nice! I think I've heard of that title

Yes!

On a recent trip to Dublin, I visited a comic shop to see what they had and was surprised to find a stray single of Black Jack. neatly tucked into the corner next to full shelf of death note volumes. I loved Tezuka, just had to have it. Even if the cover (pic attached) is super ugly. I didn't go into that store expecting to buy anything, but when I left I had about, 100 euro worth of books in my bag. I read it shortly thereafter whilst on the train back home, an old woman sitting across from me was curious about what I was reading. I said a comic book, she asked if she could see. I gave it to her, and she opened to a page of Black Jack assembling Pinoko's body parts she was very taken back, I felt super embarrassed in that moment.


So, the book itself. If you don't know, which if id be very surprised if you're on a site like this LOL. Black Jack is about an unlicensed doctor, and his adoptive daughter/assistant Pinoko, going on medical adventures, usually involving a tragic backstory or a supernatural illness. Every chapter is self-contained, and is around 20 pages each. Its quite cartoony, but can really get horrific at times as well. I highly recommend for anyone getting into Tezuka Biography and or showa era animanga.

>>2303
Big if true!

>>2292
I found some while searching a while back

There's a manga called Historie on Alexander the Great and there was actually an anime announced for it a week ago. It's exactly what I was looking for!

There's also another manga called Afghanis-tan. It's really short. It's more of a history lesson, but it's still good and it has cute girls.

>>2326
You are right!

I just realized I have the same birthday as Ikouchan. It must be fate.

>>2306
Cool!

>>2306
What a miracle!
That's a phenomenal thing to happen taking into account how few people visit this place

>>2265
Thank you so much! <3

>>2322
Holy based!

And it's World Giraffe Day too today!
Happy World Giraffe Day in US National Pollinator Week!

Labor Thanksgiving Day reminded me of the fact that Japan has been short of domestically grown rice and I've been eating supposedly Californian rice when I dine out.
I'm fine with the foreign rice but it tastes different from Japanese rice I'm attached to

I hope this year will be another happy year for anyone who read this

>>2245
japanese rice really does taste better but its so so so much more expensive

>>2320
Cool!

>>2276
Are you sure about that?

I haven't posted on this site, for like 2 years! I'm surprised it's still up, to be honest.

Well. I'm happy it is, cause we need more places on the internet that have a total userbase that can be counted on our hands.

It was a little shocking to see this banner I made, it feels so long ago. I don't have much to talk about, maybe i'll come by again if I something on my mind.


<-- who is this by the way. I think she's cute.

>>2305
Long time no see!
I've just remembered and missed you when I read the scene where Victor Frankenstein happened to arrive at Ireland

The banner is the only one I was gifted by a visitor, so it's the most precious one

>I'm happy it is
I rejoice to hear that! I made this place hoping it would become a relaxing den that inclines people to revisit it even after drifting away from it for a while

>I don't have much to talk about
Take your time! While some parts of my brain crave to hear a lot, the other parts exclaim they cannot process a lot

>who is this by the way
I've finished reading Kiniro Mosaic recently and she's the protagonist Shino

>I've just remembered and missed you when I read the scene
I'm sorry if I caused you to worry!! I didn't mean to abandon anyone, sometimes stuff just slips out of my mind.
>The banner is the only one I was gifted by a visitor, so it's the most precious one
Thank you!

>>2318
Opps. Accidently clicked submit.
>I rejoice to hear that! I made this place hoping it would become a relaxing den that inclines people to revisit it even after drifting away from it for a while
That's an honorable goal, and you have achieved it!
>While some parts of my brain crave to hear a lot, the other parts exclaim they cannot process a lot
I think everyone can relate. The good thing about message boards, is that if want to take a day off you dont miss much. And you can read what happened while you were gone.

https://lukesmith.xyz/articles/learn-latin/
I read this article and now wanna try learning Latin. I've never seriously studied any language before though.

>>2268
Informative picture!

>>2266
Hello!
>Japanese, Korea, Chinese, and German
It's great that you are passionate about becoming a brilliant polyglot
Though I know nothing about Korean and German, I believe it's not a stretch to say that you can simultaneously learn Japanese and Mandarin by striving to be knowledgeable about Chinese characters

>>2268
I agree that Latin is unquestionably one of the most rewarding languages to acquire for how it shaped present-day European languages
I've been enchanted by learning the differences between English and Spanish so learning Latin must be fascinating too

How do I learn every and all language, very very quickly then?

>>2316
I've always wondered about that!

>>2310
Smart post!

>>1204
Smart post!

how doed one draw from memoryvupside down it feels awkawsrd to me and things dont look as normal from the other way around

>>2133
Nice picture!

Any tips how to render refraction reflection, manually, like, by math with scene planned? Basically colors,values, realism... Or maybe 6 digit traffic+sales too?

>>2308
Smart post!

>>2207
Lovely picture!

Just want to be free of big tech but Android phones, Minecraft, and gulag jewtube are holding me back. Luanti, Vintage Story, Terraria, Stardew Valley call .. but so do Better Minecraft, Fear: Nightfall, RLCraft, Dawncraft, Nap Time, From The Fog, and Homestead.

>>2215
Congrats!

>>2207
Don’t be frightened to make a move, for we both know Schopenhauer also mentioned to escape the will (desires) for the will (desires) causes suffering. Do what we want to seek inner peace. Nietzsche also mentioned the Ubermensch. Don’t be lazy and don’t push yourself. Try to be the best person you can.

The devil you know can still increase. More bad things can still come in your dysfunction. Push yourself little by little to get out of your dysfunction, whether it’s outside or inside.

And while I don’t agree fully with Schopenhauer and Niezsche they both said to keep seeking knowledge because knowledge and intelligence are one of the most important things in this world. Keep learning about all the great philosophers, Western and Eastern and more.

Interestingly even Schopenhauer and Nietzsche took a lot from the Buddha and Buddhist philosophy

>>2215
I don’t think everything with big tech is bad. You’re on the internet which is a part of big tech. I just think you have to have moderation, and I think Minecraft is just getting too old. Minecraft is over 15 years old now, and I’ve played it way too much, even with mods it’s still Minecraft. I don’t even get those 2 week minecraft phases now. Last time I played was with friends. Minecraft is still a great game but I’ve played it way too much.

I did see a video on a cool Minecraft ARG called “At the crossroads, don't turn left” on youtube. That was the only Minecraft video I’ve see in a really long time, and it was really good.

I’ve never heard of Lunati, but I know Vintage Story, Terraria, Stardew Valley. They’re all good games, and I actually played Terraria today after a long time surprisingly enough lol!

Mihoyo announced a new game recently, so I’ll probably play that when it comes out.

Also nothing wrong with Jews.

>>2248
Educational picture!