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March, 2022
Bachelor of Social Science
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About Naledi Ramphele

People who know Naledi are perpetually aware of two things: he is a talented visual artist, and he has seen copious amounts of anime.

Favorite Anime

BLEACHAttack on Titan, Steins; Gate, Code Geass, CLANNAD, Earth Girl Arjuna.  The list changes whenever people ask, and I don't think I can rank them either (lol). Other favourites include the Monogatari Series, Eureka Seven, Black Cat, Nichijou, C: The Money of Soul and Possibility Control. There are so many good shows...

Favorite Console

PlayStation 2. There are a lot of fond memories I can attach to the PS2, and so many good games. I think of it as one of the best consoles of all time. Some of my favourites to play on it were Spider-Man 2, Ratchet and Clank 3, Tekken 5, Dragon Ball Z: Budokai 3, Prince of Persia: Warrior Within and Need For Speed Most Wanted.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Being able to perform King's Screwdriver in Tekken before easy inputs were a thing. I can also do the Reverse Special Stretch Bomb combo, but I'm actually an Asuka Kazama main. I like playing Yoshimitsu, Lars, Lee, Leo and Julia too, but I'm just ok.
It's not much, but it's honest work.

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My Hero Academia: Yaoyorozu Momo's Name, Explained

My Hero Academia's names are rich with puns and motifs that reflect something deeper about the character. Here's what Momo's name says about her.

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Yoruichi Finally Joins the Fight in BLEACH: TYBW Part 3

The finale of the third Part of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War finally lets the Goddess of Flash Step show off a little against a powerful enemy.

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Dandadan: How Do the Opening and Ending Themes Connect to the Story?

The opening and ending themes to Dandadan are extremely popular, but what hidden messages do they have for us about the story?

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What Makes Saga of Tanya the Evil Stand Out From Other Isekai?

There's something special about Saga of Tanya the Evil that places it a step above its peers, but what is it?

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BLEACH TYBW: Why Byakuya Kuchiki Should Have Died

One of the strangest developments of the Thousand-Year Blood War arc is Byakuya's very close brush with death. Here's why it should've been permanent.

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BLEACH: Why Isn't Orihime Stronger?

Some fans dislike Orihime because she isn't quite as hard as the other characters in times of conflict. Why isn't she stronger?

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BLEACH TYBW Theory: The Quincy Robot BG9 is the Arrancar Shawlong Koufang

A fan theory on Reddit posits that Sternritter K, BG9, is actually the Arrancar Shawlong Koufang, the leader of Grimmjow's Fraccion. Is it possible?

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BLEACH: TYBW Part 3 Sets Up One-Hour Special With Epic Yet Tragic Jugram Haschwalth vs Bazz-B Fight

The latest episode of TYBW gives fans an extremely epic yet immensely tragic battle between former best friends.

Death of Kaien Shiba – BLEACH
BLEACH: How Is Ichigo Related to Kaien Shiba?

One of the earliest open secrets in BLEACH is Ichigo's striking resemblance to Kaien Shiba, which turns out to be because they're related.

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BLEACH: TYBW Part 3 — Divine Eight-Mirror Sword, Explained

Nanao Ise used an ancient artifact to defeat Lille Barro in his divine form. What exactly is the Shinken Hakkyōken?

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Winter 2025 Preview: The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2

Anime's most off-the-wall rom-com is back for a second season. How many more girlfriends will Rentaro get in season 2?

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Crunchyroll Has Just Revealed Its Winter 2025 Anime Lineup

Crunchyroll will simulcast over 40 new, returning and continuing anime series in the Winter 2025 season. Here's the full list.

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BLEACH: TYBW Part 3 Reveals Nanao Ise and Kyoraku's Complicated Past As They Defeat a Divine Foe

Nanao Ise steps into the fight between Kyoraku and Lille Barro, learning the tragedy behind her family and Captain's past in the process.

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Solo Leveling: Red Gates, Explained

Season 2 of Solo Leveling introduces the concept of Gates that lead to dangerous alternate dimensions, condemning those who enter to a hellish fate.

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Dandadan: The Incredible Chemistry Between Shion Wakayama and Natsuki Hanae

The voice actor pair breathing life into the main characters of Dandadan bring something special to the series. Why do they work so well together?

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BLEACH: TYBW Part 3 — The Nemuri Project, Explained

The 10th episode of Part 3 delivers a painful end to the life of Nemu Kurotsuchi after revealing the truth about her origin.

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BLEACH: TYBW Part 3 Just Gave Us One of the Final Arc's Saddest Moments and An Action-Packed Post-Credit Scene

Nemu loses her life in the battle against Pernida, winning our hearts in the process as we learn more about her relationship with Kurotsuchi.

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The New Manga By The Author Of One Punch Man Takes Life Hacks to A New Level

Bug Ego is a new manga by ONE, illustrated by Kiyoto Shitara, gives "life hacks" to a new level when two students find videogame glitches in reality!

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Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- Episodes 1 and 2 Serve Up an Incredible Start

The Solo Leveling: Reawakening compilation film also featured the first two episodes of season 2 – and they were brilliant.

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Kurotsuchi Wicked Smile – BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3 Episode 8
BLEACH: Why Kurotsuchi is the MVP of the Quincy Blood War

The 12th Squad Captain has had a crucial role in the eventual victory of the Shinigami against the Quincies. Here's why he's the MVP.