Breaking it all Down

Posted on June 13, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Video Game Review: Final Fantasy XVI

For the past few months, I’ve been playing through Final Fantasy XVI and have been streaming my play sessions. Having beaten the game, it’s time to put down my thoughts for people who don’t want to wait over 200+ parts of a Let’s Play.

Posted on June 12, 2026June 7, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 17: Mind Whammied

I run into Richter, but something is off.

Music:
“The Witching Hour”
Performed & Arranged by OceansAndrew
Based on “Dracula’s Castle”, “Dungeon – Main Theme”
Composed by akiropito, Jeff Lorber, Michiru Yamane, Rika Muranaka, Tomoko Sano, Tony Haynes
https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR04313

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Posted on June 11, 2026June 7, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 16: Time Waits For No Damphir

I begin exploring some new areas with the double jump.

Posted on June 10, 2026May 25, 2026 by Alexander Case

Anime Video Review: Sk8 The Infinity

This week I’m taking a look at a skateboarding anime from 2021 which probably is worth another look.

You can find where Sk8 The Infinity is currently available for streaming on JustWatch

Crunchyroll

Flat

Crunchyroll Amazon Channel

‘Solecism’ by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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Posted on June 9, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 15: Double Jump

I finally get the Double Jump.

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Posted on June 8, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 14: Finally Beat The Boss

As the title says, I finally beat the boss.

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Posted on June 7, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

TV Review: Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power (Seasons 1 & 2)

Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power was a series that was heavily panned during its first season, and ultimately got saddled with some pretty negative baggage z which persists to this day. However, with some distance from the show’s original release, I feel like I can fairly evaluate the show free of the overall Discourse.

Posted on June 6, 2026May 7, 2026 by Alexander Case

Book Review: The Imposition of Unnecessary Obstacles

A while back I read The Mimicking of Known Successes, the first Mossa and Pleiti mystery, enjoyed it, and stated my intention to get around to the later books as they came out. Then I lost track and never got around to them – until now. I’ve finally gotten back to the series with the second novella, The Imposition of Unnecessary Obstacles. I’m not going to binge the rest of them, but also I’m not going to wait 3 years before getting to the next book.

Posted on June 5, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 13: More Shopping

I reach the Librarian and buy some needed items.

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Posted on June 4, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 12: I Have A Cunning Plan

I grab some pickups & double back to save.

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Posted on June 3, 2026May 20, 2026 by Alexander Case

Comics Vlog Review: My Thoughts on Age of Revelation

I talked about the Krakoa era while back – now it’s time to talk about the event that came after.

‘Solecism’ by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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Posted on June 2, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 11: Slowly Making Progress

I reach the Manticore

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Posted on June 1, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 10: The Boss Run Continues

I keep trying to reach the boss.

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Posted on May 31, 2026May 31, 2026 by Alexander Case

Anime Explorations: Episode 44: Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Stone Ocean – Part 1

It’s the final summer of Jojo, and we’re kicking it off with some hard time with the first half of Stone Ocean, streaming on Netflix.

Episode 44: Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Stone Ocean – Part 1
It’s the final summer of Jojo, and we’re kicking it off with some hard time with the first half of Stone Ocean, streaming on Netflix. Next month is the second half!

Next month is the second half!

Opening:

Donut by Anozira
Bandcamp Link: https://anoziramusic.bandcamp.com/track/donut
Used with permission

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Posted on May 30, 2026May 7, 2026 by Alexander Case

Book Review: The Masquerades of Spring

I have one more Rivers of London Novella (and the new novel, Stone & Sky) before I’m caught back up. Time to talk about the novella, The Masquerades of Spring.

Posted on May 29, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 9: Those Damn Stairs

I start taking on these stupid stairs.

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Posted on May 28, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 8: HowToFix Elevator

I try to figure out how to fix the Elevator.

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Posted on May 27, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

TV Review: Murderbot Season 1

The new Murderbot novel has just come out, so while I read that, here’s my thoughts on the first season of the Murderbot TV show.

Murderbot is available for streaming on Apple TV+.

‘Solecism’ by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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Posted on May 26, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 7: Blue Key

I realize that I forgot to buy the key to the Blue Doors, and backtrack to do that.

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Posted on May 25, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case

Where I Play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Movement 6: The Tough Get Shopping

I reach the merchant in the Library.

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Posted on May 24, 2026May 7, 2026 by Alexander Case

Video Game Review: 429 Shibuya Scramble

One of the games from my New Year’s Resolutions from last year that I finished up early this year was 428 Shibuya Scramble. However, I haven’t reviewed that on the blog yet, so it’s time to rectify that.

Posted on May 23, 2026April 21, 2026 by Alexander Case

Book Review: Heavenly Tyrant

Iron Widow’s finale left me looking forward to where this story was going to go in the sequel. I’ve finished reading Heavenly Tyrant, the sequel. Before I get into the weeds, I’ll just say I was not disappointed. However, I am going to have to include some spoilers from Iron Widow.

Posted on May 22, 2026May 10, 2026 by Alexander Case