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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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A new key visual revealed a summer premiere date for the upcoming second season of Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation.

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Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – The Genderfluidity of the Tensen

One of Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku's best elements is how it interrogates gender. Here's why the genderfluidity of the series' villains is important.

Mei Spies – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – Who is Mei?

Episode 7 of Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku saw the introduction of Mei and her guardian, Hoko. Just who are they?

Beautifully Grotesque – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – Kotaku's Structure, Explained

With the introduction of Hoko, a sufficiently clear map of the island has been drawn. Here's the structure of Shinsenkyо̄, otherwise known as Kotaku.

Hoshino Aqua and Ruby – Oshi no Ko Episode 1
Oshi no Ko: Why Do Aqua and Ruby Have Stars in Their Eyes?

The main duo in Oshi no Ko have a star visible in one of their eyes, but what is the possible significance of these stars?

Bocchi the Rock comp movie poster
Bocchi The Rock! Movie Announced For 2024

A compilation movie for the Bocchi The Rock! anime series is coming next year.

Nurugai – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 5
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku — The Significance of Nurugai

Nurugai's character introduces themes of genocide and survivor's guilt. What is her significance in the context of an Imperial Japan?

Ascetic Blaze Gabimaru – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 4
The Mythology Behind Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku

In episode 3, Gabimaru refers to the Elixir of Life by a different name: "Tokijiku no Kagunomi", invoking the mythology behind Jigokuraku.

Oshi no Ko
Oshi no Ko Behind-The-Scenes Documentary Released

A behind-the-scenes documentary was released on the YouTube channel of the Oshi no Ko anime, with a focus on the series' first episode.

Abominations on Shinsenkyo – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 4
The Literary Inspiration Behind Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku author Yuji Kaku was influenced by literature, with The Island of Doctor Moreau cited as his biggest literary inspiration.

Meet Yuzuriha – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 4
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – What Makes Yuzuriha a Great Femme Fatale

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku episode 4 gave us a little more about the kunoichi known as Yuzuriha. Just what is the reason for her allure?

Human-Faced Butterfly – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 3
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku and BLEACH Have This Interesting Connection

BLEACH and Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku are on different parts of the horror spectrum, but butterflies are a motif they have in common. Why?

The Fear In Sagiri's Blade – Hell's Paradise Jigokuraku Episode 2
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – The Fear in Sagiri's Blade, Explained

Despite being raised in a family of executioners, Sagiri still hesitates when it is time for the big swing. What exactly is the fear in her blade?

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Heavenly Delusion: The Symbolism of the Owl of Minerva

Heavenly Delusion episode 2 presented more information about the world and characters. What is the significance of Minerva's Owl in the series?

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Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – Why Gabimaru Can't Kill Sagiri

Episode 3 of Hell's Paradise develops the relationship between Gabimaru and Sagiri, showing his struggle with killing the latter. Why does he waver?

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The Reason Why Vash's Bounty Changed in TRIGUN STAMPEDE

One of TRIGUN STAMPEDE's many changes was Vash's bounty, which was much lower than the original. Here's why that was significant to the series.

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Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – What Really Happened to Gabimaru's Parents?

Episode 3 of Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku delves a little deeper into Gabimaru's past. What really happened to his parents?

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TRIGUN STAMPEDE: Who Was Tesla?

Episode 11 of TRIGUN STAMPEDE revealed Knives' primary trauma, the reason for his mistrust of humankind. Just who was Tesla?

Yui Hugs Gabimaru – Hell's Paradise - Jigokuraku Episode 1
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku – In Defense of the Unfortunate Scar

Some Hell's Paradise fans have poked fun at Yui's unfortunate scar. Here's a closer look at the situation.

Vanguard Party – Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku
Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku — Introducing the Criminals Condemned To Paradise

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku episode 2 introduced the criminals who will be joining Gabimaru in the retrieval of the Elixir of Life. Who are they?