Anime burnout. It's something that isn't discussed nearly as often as it probably should be in our little community, but it is certainly prevalent. What exactly is it and how can an otaku battle against it?You see, we are a unique breed - working adults with active lifestyles who just happen to be otakus. Something... Continue Reading →
The Bad Rap: Chibi-Usa from Sailor Moon
Welcome back for another installment of The Bad Rap! As always, The Bad Rap is a continuing series that updates once or twice a month with anime characters that folks love to despise. I cooked up a good one for y'all this week because we are going to talk about the infamous time traveling brat... Continue Reading →
Cult Classic Throwback: The Sims
Welcome to today's installment of Cult Classic Throwback with your pals at 101 Militia Gaming! Today we are going to talk about one of the most popular cult classic games of all time. Yep, you've got it - we're discussing the original The Sims. Like many young kids, I was first introduced to The Sims... Continue Reading →
New Anime Spin-Off For A Beloved Classic
Calling all classic anime fans! By now you have probably heard the news that later this year we will be getting a spin-off anime from a classic favorite. That's right, set to debut October 3rd on YTV/NTV in Japan, the feudal fairytale Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon will be building an all new chapter in the Inuyasha... Continue Reading →
The Bad Rap: Azula from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Here we go with another round of The Bad Rap! For those of you new to the scene, the bad rap is a series that is updated bi-monthly on some of the best anime characters we just love to hate. Sometimes it helps to see them from a different perspective to tell why they might... Continue Reading →
Six Anime to Start the Kids Off Right
I think we have all marvelled at least once about how varied anime has become over the years. There is literally an anime for just about every person! But when it comes to young kids experiencing anime for the first time, it is always a good idea to do a little research into what kinds... Continue Reading →
The Bad Rap: Yuta from Love, Chunibyo, and Other Delusions
You know what time it is - time for yet another installment of The Bad Rap! This time we are talking about one of our favorite flip-flopping anime boys that we just love to hate. That's right, Yuta from Love, Chunibyo, and Other Delusions. Before we begin, I already know I have folks asking the... Continue Reading →
Interview: Andrew Dudich with Adventure Arcade Escape Rooms
Today you are in for a special treat! 101 Militia Gaming brings you an exclusive interview with Andrew Dudich, owner of Adventure Arcade Escape Rooms located in Danville, Illinois. Dudich has been designing puzzle adventures and rooms along with his business co-owner and girlfriend, Racheal Anderson, for two years. I've always been interested in what... Continue Reading →
Why Cardcaptor Sakura Should Become an Anime Staple
We all have a soft spot for a classic anime or two. My repertoire happens to include many old-school titles from the 90s and early 2000s. What can I say? I am drawn by that nostalgic art style and the feel-good storylines that send me back to a time where things felt just a little... Continue Reading →
Manga: A Brief Breakdown
Manga is a popular pastime shared by people all over the world. But for folks new to the scene? It can be a little overwhelming figuring out the different genres. Well boys and girls, 101 Militia Gaming is here to help! Today I have comprised a basic list of just a few of the general... Continue Reading →