Julián Jorge  Fernández Loyarte-Contributor

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October, 2023
Bachelor In Journalism (Universidad del Salvador) Masters In Marketing And Digital Communication (Universidad Nacional Guillermo Brown)
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About Julián Jorge Fernández Loyarte

Julián F.L. is a video game & anime expert, historian & journalist with a lot of passion for these subjects and over 10 years of experience in writing about them.
He has enjoyed video games, anime, and writing ever since he was young, so he set out to turn professional writing about both mediums into his full-time career, and it has been quite fruitful.
He has been working at TheBestWarGames for over 2 years, worked as a lead writer and editor at Anmo Sugoi, and served as a freelance contributor for Destructoid and GameMite for many months.
Furthermore, he knows every single Pokemon by memory, has profound knowledge of the lore of Kingdom Hearts, has watched/read One Piece in its entirety, and has managed not one but two different YouTube channels focused on video games and anime, both with over 10,000 subscribers each.
 

Favorite Anime

One Piece is my absolute favorite anime/manga series, since it features a colorful cast of complex characters, multiple unique and creative power systems, a gripping narrative and one of the most detailed worlds ever created in fiction. I'm a strong believer that the entire world will change the day One Piece reaches its conclusion.
I'm also a big fan of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, My Hero Academia, Fullmetal Alchemist and Bleach.

Favorite Games

Kingdom Hearts is my favorite gaming franchise, with Kingdom Hearts 2 Final Mix being my overall favorite video game.
This feels like a game
designed specifically for me: A deep and flashy combat system, excellent boss fights, an emotional storyline, colorful Disney worlds and a beautiful soundtrack. I've already replayed KH2FM over 10 times (and counting).
Some of my other favorite video game franchises include: Pokemon, Devil May Cry, Crash Bandicoot, The Legend of Zelda and Mario.

Industry Focus

I have been writing in a professional capacity for over 10 years, and most of my writing has been focused on specific video game franchises and genres, including Pokemon, Mario, Zelda, Metroid, Donkey Kong, Devil May Cry, Kingdom Hearts, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, Crash Bandicoot, and countless more.
I also have an in-depth interest in general video game history, going from generation to generation, analyzing which consoles left a huge impact on the medium and which ones failed to sell enough units (my thesis in college was a full breakdown of the history of gaming).
On top of all that, I'm also extremely passionate and knowledgeable about anime, specifically battle shōnen series, and I have watched/read series like One Piece, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, My Hero Academia, Naruto, Jujutsu Kaisen, and more.

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A collage of some of Pokemon's Strongest Elite 4 Members: Lance from Kanto, Drake from Hoenn, Wikstrom from Kalos and Hassel from Paldea.
Pokemon: Strongest Elite 4 Member Of Each Generation

The Elite 4 represents a significant challenge across Pokemon generations. These are the strongest members of each generation.

Some examples of game franchises that had their names changed: Dragon Quest (Dragon Warrior) and Like a Dragon (Yakuza).
5 Video Game Franchises That Used To Have Different Names

Some of these name changes are well-known; others, even fans of the games today might not be aware of.

A collage of some hidden mechanics featured in the Pokemon Game Series: Pokerus, Same-Type Attack Bonus and Special Breeding Traits.
Pokemon: 7 Hidden Mechanics In The Games

Not all mechanics in Pokemon games are made clear to players. Here are some that fans of the series may not know about.

A collage of Gol D. Roger with some of his closest friends: His loyal crew of the Roger Pirates and his shipwright friend, Tom.
One Piece: Gol D. Roger's Best Friends, Ranked

Gol D. Roger is a key figure in the history of the One Piece world, but he wouldn't have become who he was without his closest friends.

A collage of some of the hardets Kingdom Hearts games to complete: Birth by Sleep, Re: Chain of Memories and Kingdom Hearts 3 Re Mind
Kingdom Hearts: Hardest Games To 100% Complete

Some Kingdom Hearts games are really difficult, and that's especially the case when trying to 100% them.

A collage of games that punish the player for playing perfectly: Super Street Fighter II Turbo, Resident Evil 4 Remake and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
9 Games That Punish Perfection

Some games can tell when someone is playing particularly well and will take steps to crank up the difficulty.

A collage of some My Hero Academia Arcs that are better in the manga: The Paranormal Liberation War Arc, The Endeavor Agency Arc and The 5.	Meta Liberation Army Arc.
5 My Hero Academia Arcs That Are Better In The Manga

The anime adaptation of My Hero Academia got a lot of things right, but it had a few missteps along the way.

A collage featuring a comparison between Volcarona & Mothra, and Tyranitar & Godzilla
10 Pokemon Based On Godzilla & Other Kaiju

Pokemon designs can be inspired by pretty much anything, but many take their visual cues from these legendary Kaiju.

A collage of some of Nami's worst decisions: Her crying after Arlong's betrayal and her, scared alongside Chopper
One Piece: 7 Worst Decisions Made By Nami

The Straw Hats' navigator has made some ill-advised decisions in her life.

Some One Piece characters who are better in the Anime: Buggy the Clown, Charlotte Katakuri and Soul King Brook
10 One Piece Characters That Are Better In The Anime

With the adaptation of One Piece from a manga to an anime, this was an opportunity for the show creators to improve on some of the characters.

Kota Izumi, Thirteen and Mei Hatsume as Easter Eggs in the game My Hero Ultra Rumble
My Hero Ultra Rumble: 8 Easter Eggs Only Die-Hard Fans Will Notice

My Hero Ultra Rumble features plenty of easter eggs that only die-hard My Hero Academia fans would be able to spot.

A collage of 8 different details in The Final Episode of Attack on Titan, like the previous Titan Shifters, Eren Yeager's death and Ymir Fritz with the worm
Attack On Titan: 8 Details In The Final Episode You Might Have Missed

Attack on Titan's anime finale was packed with details and Easter eggs that some audience members might not have noticed.

A collage of Portgas D. Ace with his friends, Monkey D. Luffy and Yamato
One Piece: Ace's Best Friends, Ranked

In the world of One Piece, Portgas D. Ace acquired several close friends throughout his life. Here's how they stack up.

A collage featuring some of Franky's best friends in One Piece
One Piece: Franky's Best Friends, Ranked

The cyborg shipwright Franky has made unbreakable bonds throughout One Piece, thanks to his charm and charisma.

A collage with some of the unsolved mysteries from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - 9 Unsolved Mysteries

While many players have scoured Tears of the Kingdom's Hyrule for secret lore tidbits, many mysteries still remain, ready to be solved.