Alex Trent-

Staff Writer

March, 2025
Solo Leveling, My Hero Academia, One Punch Man
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About Alex Trent

Alex is a writer on The Best War Games and a complex story appreciator with a soft spot for fantasy anime. He likes films and shows that boast strong characters and complex worlds. Alex thinks the best kinds of stories allow the viewer to get immersed quickly, to the point that the characters' choices can feel like your own.

His favorite anime series include One-Punch Man, Vinland Saga, Full Metal Alchemist, Code Geass, Dororo, Monster, Hunter x Hunter, and Mob Psycho 100. He believes that great shows focus on the strengths of the anime format and do more than simply translate any source material for a new audience.

As a writer, Alex enjoys tackling creative projects that present an opportunity to connect details and tell an interesting story. He also enjoys exploring complicated topics while balancing different perspectives. Alex believes learning about conflicting ideas and then figuring out how they fit together to create something new is one of the best parts of writing. He has a B.A. in Journalism.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

My proudest gaming achievement is 100%-ing every collectible platformer I've played, which includes titles like Banjo-Kazooie, Donkey Kong 64, and the Mario series.

Favorite Games

My favorite video games include The Binding of Isaac, Terraria, Palworld, Plate-Up, Banjo-Kazooie, and Pokémon.

Favorite Console

My favorite video game console of all time is the SNES. While it may just be nostalgia speaking, it had a solid run of hits like Super Mario World, Chrono Trigger, Donkey Kong Country, and Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past.

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YAIBA: Who Actually Won the First Fight Between Onimaru and Yaiba, Explained

Yaiba and Onimaru have their first serious fight, but some might dispute who actually had the upper hand during their scuffle.

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Solo Leveling: Why Sung Jinwoo is Actually Bad at Leveling Up

For a protagonist in a series called Solo Leveling, you would think Jinwoo would be much better at leveling up than he is.

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‘I Don’t Have Words’: Why Fans Cannot Stop Comparing TBATE and Solo Leveling

The comparison between TBATE and Solo Leveling seems to be everywhere online, but why does it seem so inescapable?

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The Beginning After The End: What New Mana Ability Was Shown in Episode 3’s Teaser Trailer?

In the latest TBATE teaser, we see Arthur learning and mastering a new mana ability. Just what does this ability do?

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The Beginning After The End Fan Petition Reaches Over 40,000 Signatures Demanding Anime Redo

A fan-made petition just passed the 40,000 signatures mark. What does this mean for the TBATE anime?

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My Hero Academia: How One For All Affects Deku's Lifespan, Explained

As a wielder of One For All, would Deku also suffer a reduced lifespan because of the power? Here's how it is explained in the show.

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Naruto: Why the Eight Inner Gates Were Underexplored in the Show

While cool in concept, the eight inner gates utilized by characters like Rock Lee and Might Guy were severely underused as the series went on.

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The Beginning After the End: Why Arthur is Such a Compelling Protagonist

Arthur enriches the isekai fantasy landscape by making decisions that aren't always what the audience wants or wishes for.

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One Punch Man: Why Metal Bat’s Power Might Contend With Saitama’s One Day

Metal Bat's often-overlooked ability might make him a power player in the future of the One Punch Man series.

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What The Beginning After the End Teaches Us About Familial Love

Arthur promises to live his new reincarnated life to the fullest, finding meaning in family after not understanding the concept before.

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Is The Beginning After The End Worth Watching?

Controversy has surrounded the production of The Beginning After The End anime. Does these drawbacks make it not worth watching?

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My Hero Academia: Why All Might Being Quirkless Saved One For All

How a good twist of fortune allowed the quirkless All Might to protect the lineage of One For All and save the world.

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The Beginning After the End: What New Scenes Added to the Anime Reveal About King Grey’s Character

The anime has included additional backstory to bridge the gap between Arthur's old and new life, giving additional characterization in the process.

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Naruto: Why Rock Lee Deserved A Bigger Role in the Story

Rock Lee is a fan-favorite character with so much to add to the Naruto storyline that never came to fruition.

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Naruto: Does Sasuke’s Character Make Sense in the Original Series?

Sasuke's character can sometimes seem inconsistent throughout the series. Is there a way to square all of his actions into a coherent character?

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The Beginning After the End: How Far Into the Story Will Season 1 Cover?

With 24 episodes to develop the plot, just how far into the source material will Season 1 of TBATE reach before its time is up?

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One Punch Man: Empty Void Versus Blast, Who is Stronger?

The latest chapters of the One Punch Man manga reveal more of Blast's abilities in action, but is he stronger than the deadly Empty Void?

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'I Can See Why This Anime Hasn't Generated Much Buzz': Why Fans Aren’t Thrilled With the Beginning After the End’s Starting Episode

After the release of episode 1, fans of TBATE have started to sour on the series, citing lackluster animation and changes to the story.

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Here’s Why Dragon Ball Fans Will Feel Right At Home in Yaiba: Samurai Legend

Fans disappointed with Dragon Ball Daima's short run will be thrilled to find a similar vibe in this season's newest remake.

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Dragon Ball: Z Broly Vs. Super Broly, Explained

Despite bearing the same name, Broly and Super Broly are technically different characters in the canon of Dragon Ball. Here is what separates them.