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Contents Sections

Features

3 Editor's letter

Psycho­Pass: The Movie 8

4 Anime Sector

Yurikuma Arashi 10

Anime Release Schedule Anime Reviews

16 Manga Sector Manga Release Schedule Manga Reviews

24 Film Sector

Tales of Zestiria 12 Pokemon: Black and White 19 The Book of Life 28 Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

Film Release Schedule Film Reviews

Mad Max: Fury Road 32

36 Gaming Sector

Terminator 34

Game Release Schedule Gaming Reviews

48 Tech Sector Tech Release Schedule Tech Reviews

52 Cosplay Sector Cosplayer Profile Cosplay Buys Cosplay How To's

Mortal Kombat Cup SA 40 Pay 2 Play vs Pay 4 Power 46 Wildstar: Free­to­Play 44 Electronic Gaming Expo 46 NAG magazine 49 The Razer Seirēn Pro

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58 Culture Sector Cosplay Interview 54 Nakano Broadway

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Letter from the editor

By Leena Swarts

For all of you who have not yet noticed what an absolutely amazing year 2015 is shaping up to be, come out of your cave, hop on to the bandwagon and join the millions of people worldwide rejoicing in the great emergence of geek!

We are talking about all the fantastic things happening all across the globe, from movies like Avengers 2, to cosplay events to super neat gadgets making not only themselves known, but also publicly available for purchase!

Hooray for the era of tech!

Of course, it is our

great pleasure to be reporting all of these neat things to you, our readers and fans and sharing what we are so passionate about with any and everybody.

On a little side note, I hope all of you know how proud we are to be South african. We are becoming known worldwide, not only for our sport and tourism, but also now for our actors, comedians, artists, businessmen, and hopfully someday soon, our cosplayers, larpers and maybe, just maybe, someday soon some anime of our very own production. To that end, I would like to encourage all of our

local artists to give it your best, never give up, and make us proud!

On that topic, we would like to sincerely apologise for not giving credit to Johan Botha, for the amazing DOTA poster he made for us for use in the DOTA comp we had planned, that kinda fell through.

His work was still used, and as such still deserves credit.

Thanks alot Johan! We hope to make use of your awesome talent again someday!

Now, all of you go out there and be the geekiest geek you can be! Thats an order!

Contributors Ceo and Chief: Joannah Stewart

Editor: Leena Swarts

Minions: Bill "Salazar" Masuku Faure Teggin Gareth Duff Douw "Dk" KotzĂŠ Grant Wilson Trisha Ramrathen Ernst Ace Uchiha Buys

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ANIME SECTOR Our Anime sector covers highly advanced classes in the intricasies of magic and adventure management. The teachers are highly trained with enough power to destroy the planet. Yes, some of them have tentacles, but we don't care.

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Release Schedule Anime releases for June and July 2015 You can find more releases on http://otakucalendar.com/Release D­Frag!

Series Collection & Kill La Kill Vol 05 June 10, 2015

Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water ­ Complete Series Collection June 22, 2015

Nobunagun Series Collection (DVD)

July 1, 2015

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Freezing Vibration Collection

June 10, 2015

One Piece (uncut) Collection 10 (episodes 230­252) June 22, 2015

Outbreak Company Series Collection (DVD) AU

July 1, 2015

Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie ­Rebellion­

Love Live!

School Idol Project Season 1 Collector's Edition

June 10, 2015

June 10, 2015

Love, Lone Wolf Chunibyo & and Cub Other Omnibus Delusions Volume 9 Series (Manga) US Collection July 1, 2015

July 1, 2015

Pet Girl of Sakurasou Complete Collection (Subtitled Edition) July 1, 2015

Naruto Shippuden Collection 22 (Eps 271­283)

June 10, 2015

The World God Only Knows Season 3 Collection

July 1, 2015

Oreimo: Kuroneko Volume 2 (Manga) US

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One Piece (Uncut) Collection 31 (Eps 373­384)

June 10, 2015

Magi: The Kingdom of Magic (Season 2) Part 1 (Eps 1­13) July 1, 2015

K­On! Season 2 Complete Collection

June 15, 2015

Nisekoi False Love Part 2 (Eps 11­20) (Subtitled Edition) July 1, 2015

Previews and Reviews Anime reviews and previews for June and July 2015

Attack on Titan Ilse no Techou

Gai Rei Zero Released: October 5, 2008 Director(s): Ei Aoki

Released: Dec 9, 2013 to Aug 8 2014 Producers: Production I.G, Wit Studio Attack on Titan was the breakout hit of yesteryear but still hasn’t been forgotten as we wait for the next part of the story to be animated. The story left us on the cliff hanger of the century; with so much intensity it was no wonder that the high demand spurred the studio to release OVA episodes.

Without too many spoilers the first of the OVAs examines one of the many unanswered questions that has stained itself in our minds. Where do the titans come from? Although, the rest of the episodes are a jumbled in timeline and tones of seriousness, it is enough to sate your hunger for more while we wait for season 2.

This anime had been sitting on my herd drive for some time, and I came close to deleting it many times but with being up to date with everything else, giving it a chance was basically all I could do.

Re­attempting to watch the first episode reminded me why I was put off it was an old anime in terms of production quality, and the first few minutes are slow. Shame on me. The ending plot twists harder than curly braids! It’s safe to assume that I binged the rest of the series effortlessly. A sci­fi fantasy epic that wastes no time playing with your emotions, a series I highly recommend.

Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Released: April 1, 2007 Director(s): Hiroyuki Imaishi

Excel Saga Released: October 7 1999 Director(s): Shinichi Watanabe An anime that you will love to bits or hate with every shred of your soul, either way it has a way of being remembered.

In summation it is utter nonsense. But it is much deeper than that, sometimes.

A series that spends almost as much time making fun of itself as it does making fun of every other popular anime (super sentai[power rangers], gundam, fist of the north star), is worth the pain on your sides from all the laughter. Probably in my top 10 anime of all time for being nothing more than utter nonsense.

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After the excitement that exploded from the awesomeness that came from the borderline ecchi Kill La Kill. Many people who got into discussions about the show heard whispers of a similar zany and kick­ass anime with a somewhat confusing title. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann is anime for the history books that doesn’t hold back with its ever­unfolding mystery of who the people are and the origins of the giant robots they pilot. Packed with a host of deep and fun characters, it is definitely worth a binge watch.

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"The Japanese government begins to export the Sibyl System unmanned drone robots to troubled countries spreads throughout the world. A state in the midst of a civil war, SEAUn (the South East Asia Union), brings as an experiment. Under the new system, the coastal town of Shambala Float achieves temporary peace a SEAUn sends terrorists to Japan. They slip through the Sibyl System and then attack from within. The shad falls on this incident. In charge of the police, Tsunemori travels to Shambala Float to investigate. The truth o ground will become clear."

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By: Joannah Stewart

A Continuation but not an Ending

Set two years after the second season, PsychoPass The Movie is not what you would expect it to be. Rather than wrapping up the franchise, it builds another layer to the story while managing to re­ introduce old characters into the fray.

s, and the system s in the Sibyl System and safety. But then dow of a certain man of justice on this new

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The film starts in Japan where the population is happy living under the Sibyl system once more, however it is clear that the threat is no longer from inside Japan but from terrorists living on the mainland. Additionally, Japan has began

expanding the Sibyl System to a war­torn Asia, building a Tokyo­ esque floating city of the coast where few inhabitants have a psycho­pass under 100.

Because of this those under the lethal limit of 300 but still over 100 must wear collars at all times to judge their psycho­pass and are killed if their passes get too high. This creates a sort of second class citizen that can only get the crudest jobs. For the most part they are happy to live this way as it gives them a safe haven from the war.

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Once again we follow inspector Akane Tsunemori as she faces a new threat from beyond Japan’s borders. A terrorist cell supposedly lead by her old partner, Shinya Kogami, attacks Japan and she is sent to the war ridden Asian mainland to find out why.

On one hand she must find Kogami and the guerrilla rebels to learn the truth; on the other, she must to discover Sibyl’s plan for a new paradise city built off the coast of the mainland.

What this film comes down to is the tying up of loose ends from both the first and second season of the anime, we get to see the consequences of Akane’s actions, of how she allowed the Sibyl System to continue after season one and how she let Kogami get leading him to join the rebels. Is by no means a wrap up just simply a way to set things straight.

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By: Douw “D.K” Kotzé

Studio name: Silver Link Director: Kunihiko Ikuhara Writer name: Kunihiko Ikuhara, Takayo Ikami, Kei Takahashi Original run: January 5, 2015 – March 30 2015 Genre: Fantasy, Science fiction, Yuri Manga counterpart: Yurikuma Arashi

In an alternate anime universe, the asteroid Kumaria exploded in space and the fragments fell to Earth in the form of a meteor shower. The bears of the world were somehow affected by the resulting meteor shower, and began to attack the humans. In order to protect themselves, the humans built a “Wall of Severance” which separated them from the bears, and provided peace between the two species. Several years later, two bears disguise themselves as students (because anything is possible in anime) and enrol at the Arashigaoka Academy, where one of them takes an interest in a human girl.

This 12 episode anime is definitely not for everyone, as there are many plot points and ideas that are just not logical and that many will find absurd. One of the better aspects of this story is how wonderful the themes are. At face­value, this seems like an average shoujo anime, however, once you really get into it, you begin to realise that it is about the gay community and how they are perceived (the word yuri can be translated to “lesbian”). Without

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getting too much into the story itself, I can safely say that this is one the better anime to watch, especially if you are open­minded and can grasp the ideologies presented in the story. With a slow start, it takes some time for the characters to be expanded on, and by this point, I feel that many otaku will have stopped watching. Some of the characters are a little bland and their journeys take more time to occur than it should. That being said, there is still much fun and romance mixed in to make this a great anime to watch, provided you can get passed some of the more illogical plot points.

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Tales of Zestiria: Doushi no Yoake Studio name: Bandai Namco Studios Director: Haruo Sotozaki Release date: JP December 30, 2014

Genre: Role­playing Game counterpart: Tales of Zestiria

If you are a fan of the PS3 role­playing game Tales of Zestiria, then you will ecstatic to know that a special TV anime version was released in December 2014. Titled Tales of Zestiria: Doushi no Yoake, the single­episode anime is based upon the beginning of the game where Sorey and Mikleo discover the body of an unconscious woman in nearby ruins. They take her back to their village for rest and recuperation but are reprimanded for doing so as this woman is merely a normal human and cannot see the Divine. That night the village is attacked by Lunarre, a Hellion (a demon of sorts), following which, the woman, named Alisha leaves. Sorey realises that Lunarre was after Alisha and leaves to follow her, and Mikleo joins him, stating that they have been given the blessing of the village to do so.

This TV special was created mostly as a promotion to the game, and therefore does not get into too much specifics.

Being roughly 40 minutes or so in duration, leaves very little space for the in­depth development of characters or storyline.

If you are an avid gamer especially of Japanese role­playing games, then give this special a watch, as it may just convince you to continue the story on console. However if you aren’t into gaming, then this single episode introduction may not be the best to watch as it will leave you with many questions which can only be answered through the completion of the game. The artwork of the anime is truly beautiful with some

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stunning backdrops which complement the story quite well.

The anime comes across as a prologue and thus fulfils its role as a game promotion quite well. It introduces us to the main storyline and the main characters, while also leaving much to the imagination (or in this case, much to the completion of the game). The sense of adventure and the possibility of watching these characters develop further will definitely have me keeping an eye out for a sequel to this TV special, and hopefully at some point a movie will be in the works. If you are fortunate enough to get your hands on the game, then definitely watch this TV special before embarking on your adventure. If not, then watch it anyway as it makes for some great anime entertainment either way.

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By: Joannah Stewart

All O taku ' s La s t I s s u e We start a new chapter in blogging Like NAG magazine, it is time for All Otaku to close a chapter in our book and begin a new one. That is why this will be a out last issue of All Otaku Magazine.

When we began this project, none of us could have imagined how far it would have gotten. All Otaku has been running for four years now and although we have had our ups and our downs we have enjoyed almost every minute of it. And it is thanks to all of our readers that we have continued going at it. No matter how many times we have wanted to give up or how many times we have been let down it was our fans that kept us going.

In the last two years we have reached new heights, attending multiple conventions including rAge, Kin足Con, Icon and Ucon. And although we have always been able to do everything we hope to do it has been an absolute

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honour watching the community grow into something special over the last few years.

We are very sad to see our little pet project go, but due to things becoming more accessible via the internet and real life responsibilities we are having to say good bye. I personally, am very proud of what we have been able to do and all of the time and effort that has been put into All Otaku by our team. Thank you to everyone for being so awesome and helping All Otaku reach its goals.

With that I invite you guys to check out All Otaku Online where we will continue to bring you the latest anime news and reviews and keep an eye out for our MeetUp group where you can find out what events are happening in your area.

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MANGA SECTOR Our Manga sector covers some very tired looking dudes with creepy looks and worn to the nub pencils. We know they will ultimately start the zombie apocalypse, so we will begin preparations soon. Well, maybe after this cup of coffee.

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Release Schedule Manga releases for June and July 2015 You can find more releases on http://otakucalendar.com/Release Ajin, Volume Assassinati Blue Naruto One Piece Dragon Ball Food Wars!

5 (Manga) on Exorcist Volume 6 Volume 70 (Omnibus (3­in­1 US Classroom Volume 13 (Manga) US (Manga) US Edition) Edition) Volume 4 (Manga) US Volume 9 Volume 12 (Manga) US (Manga) US (Manga) US

June 1, 2015

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Tokyo Ghoul Mobile Suit The Science Deadman Magi Arata: The Dogs Volume 1 Wonderland Volume 12 Legend Volume 10 Gundam: of Attack on (Manga) US Volume 9 (Manga) US Volume 22 (Manga) US The Titan (Manga) US (Manga) US ORIGIN, (Manga) US Volume 10 (Manga) US June 9, 2015

June 9, 2015

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June 16, 2015

June 16, 2015

June 16, 2015

June 16, 2015

Pandorahea Sword Art The Isolator Barakamon Bleach D.Gray­man He's My Volume 1 rts ~Caucus Volume 5 Volume 64 (3­in­1 Online: Only (Manga) US Race~ (Manga) US (Manga) US Edition) Progressive Vampire Volume 1 Volume 7 (Novel) Volume 3 (Manga) US (Manga) US (Manga) US Volume 2 (Manga) US June 23, 2015

June 23, 2015

June 23, 2015

June 23, 2015

June 30, 2015

My Pokémon Oreimo: Kiss of the Tiger & Neighbor Adventures Kuroneko Rose Bunny Volume 29 Seki Volume Volume 7 Volume 2 Princess Volume 5 (Manga) US 3 (Manga) (Manga) US (Manga) US US (Manga) US

July 7, 2015

July 7, 2015

Akame Ga Inu X Boku Kill! Volume SS Volume 3 (Manga) 8 (Manga) US US

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July 14, 2015

July 14, 2015

July 15, 2015

Oh My The Goddess!

Complete Chi's Sweet Omnibus Book 1 Home, 1 (Manga) US (Manga) US

July 28, 2015

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Gantz A Certain Volume 36 Magical (Manga) US Index (Manga) Volume 2 (Manga) US July 21, 2015

July 22, 2015

Previews and Reviews Manga reviews and previews for June and July 2015

Beyond the Boundary

20th Century Boys Released: 1999 Author(s): Naoki Urasawa

Released: Jun 9, 2012 Author(s): Nagomu Torii

While Steins;Gate is currently one of the most praised manga/anime series for its interconnectedness of characters and more WTF moments that you can handle. Back in the day 20th Century Boys was that; originally playful and light­hearted story that takes a turn when possibility becomes reality. A book written by childhood friends who become close through their shared experiences and their imagination about a dark future where all is lost holds the key to everything. Recommended if you are in a throwback kind of mood.

Doraemon: Nobita's Space Hero Record of Space Heroes Released: Apr 28, 2015 Author(s): Fujiko F. Fujio Although you might not know the name Daremon if you have been reading manga or watching anime long enough you are able to make out who are classic runners of manga from back in the day, if you have any recollection of a blue goofy looking bi­ped animal then you know he is still a long standing representative of anime and manga today. Currently releasing an all new adventure where he and his entourage head into space to fight aliens and learn the ropes of being superheroes.

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Starting off as a typical, oh we are both special but in a different kind of way like most supernatural manga, Beyond the Boundary centres around two types of supernatural beings. Youmu who are physical manifestations of the evils of mankind, and Spirit World Warriors who protect ordinary humans from the threat of Youmu.

While everything seems clear cut and black and white from the get go, the fact is not all youmu are dangerous and Spirit World Warriors trade what remains of their enemies as currency. Twisted, zaney and not without its epic moments.

Naruto the mini sequel Released: Apr 27, 2015 Author(s): Masashi Kishimoto Some of the most piercing and memorable words in all of shonen manga if not all manga have been “I will become Hokage” and by the time both parts of the original run completed on chapter 700 – we hadn’t yet seen the full depths of his dream besides being kitted out in his seventh hokage cloak and have a shorter hair style from what we are used to. This mini sequel sets out to feed the fans who have been hooked, and wastes no time setting up a suspensive plot that you really shouldn’t miss out on.

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Pokemon Adventures: Black & White The manga based on the Pokémon game series of the same name. The story follows Black (The protagonist) and his adventures through the Unova region. You don’t always get to meet your leading man (or boy) in a series first. No. The Poké­world wants to show you what it’s all about.

The pocket monsters – Pokémon, and that’s not all. Yes, welcome to the days where your pokédex resembles the shape of an older generation hand­held game console and where you can purchase something that allows you to communicate with at least four people at the same time. I digressed.

Let’s get to the part of getting to know your protagonists without saying too much In The beginning of the manga throws you right in the middle of a commercial. First you’ll meet White, the president of the BW Pokémon talent agency.

She is cute, smart and –with how she seems to go about with her own business at her young age­ pretty talented. “I’ll beat the Pokémon

League!” Black dreams about…well…beating the Pokémon League and becoming the best there is.

Black is loud, proud to be a trainer and –in his very own unique way­ a very bright, intelligent kid.

As these two travel together, they’ll encounter Team Plasma and N who see the world with Pokémon much differently than those who are trainers and partners with their Pokémon.

The Pokémon Black and White manga has already released Volume 20 on the 3rd of February 2015.

The manga certainly holds some notable references whether you’re a gamer or a fan of the anime/manga. It’s definitely something you’d want to take a look at as a fan.

English Publisher: United States: Viz Media Written By: Hidenori Kusaka Illustrated By: Satoshi Yamamoto Original Run: 5th July, 2011 ­ Ongoing Genre: Action­adventure, Fantasy Volumes: 20 Rating: 7.5/10

By: Douw “D.K” Kotzé

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Film SECTOR Our Film sector covers ghosts, adventures, time travel and spoons. No, not the type they had in the matrix. Real spoons that will not bend... Not even for Neo.

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Release Schedule Movie releases for June and July 2015 You can find more releases on http://www.movieinsider.com/movies/足/2015/ Spy

June 5, 2015

Patch Town Wild Horses

June 5, 2015

Me and Earl The Bronze and the Dying Girl

June 12, 2015

Big Game

June 26, 2015

Minions

July 10, 2015

June 17, 2015

The Outskirts

June 26, 2015

June 5, 2015

June 5, 2015

Inside Out

June 19, 2015

Infinitely Polar Bear

June 19, 2015

Batkid Begins: The Wish Heard Around the World

June 26, 2015

The Little Death

June 26, 2015

What We The Gallows Did On Our Holiday

July 10, 2015

Insidious: Chapter 3

July 10, 2015

Ant足Man

July 17, 2015

The Vatican Mission: A LEGO The End of Tapes Brickumenta Impossible 足 the Tour Rogue ry Nation

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Jurassic World

June 12, 2015

The Overnight

June 19, 2015

Terminator: Genisys

July 1, 2015

Mr. Holmes

July 17, 2015

The Wolfpack

June 12, 2015

Ted 2

June 26, 2015

June 12, 2015

Big Game

June 26, 2015

Magic Mike Jimmy's Hall XXL

July 1, 2015

Pixels

July 24, 2015

Best of Enemies

The Gift

July 31, 2015

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July 3, 2015

Paper Towns

July 24, 2015

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Previews and Reviews Movie reviews and previews for June and July 2015

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Testament of Youth

Released: 22 May 2015 Director(s): James

Released: February 6, 2015 Director(s): The Wachowskis

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Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy) is an unassuming, deskbound CIA analyst, and the unsung hero behind the Agency’s most dangerous missions.

But when her partner (Jude Law) falls off the grid and another top agent (Jason Statham) is compromised, she volunteers to go deep undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent a global disaster.

Intelligent and free­ spirited Vera overcomes the narrow­mindedness of her conservative parents, winning a scholarship to Oxford. Entranced by her brother’s dashing friend Roland, who shares her literary aspirations, she plunges into an intoxicating romance.

Blooming, in love and on the cusp of fulfilling her ambitions, Vera’s dreams are brutally shattered by the onset of war. When Roland and her brother ship out to the front, she abandons the cloistered environs of university life and volunteers as a nurse. Immediately confronted with the pitiless reality of the war’s victims, her life is irrevocably changed as she loses, one­by­one, the young men she held so dear.

Insidious: Chapter 3 Released: 5 June 2015 Director(s): Leigh Whannell

Jurassic World

The newest chapter in the terrifying horror series is written and directed by franchise co­creator Leigh Whannell.

This chilling prequel, set before the haunting of the Lambert family, reveals how gifted psychic Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye) reluctantly agrees to use her ability to contact the dead in order to help a teenage girl (Stefanie Scott) who has been targeted by a dangerous supernatural entity.

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12 June 2015 Director(s): Colin Trevorrow Released:

22 years after the events of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar now features a dinosaur adventure park, Jurassic World, as originally envisioned by John Hammond. This new park is owned by the Patel Corporation. Owen (Chris Pratt), a member of Jurassic World's on­site staff, conducts behavioral research on the Velociraptors. Jurassic World's attendance rates begin to decline and a new attraction, created to re­spark visitor interest, backfires.

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Director: Neill Blomkamp Producer: Simon Kinberg Production Company: Media Rights Capital Based On: Tetra Vaal by Neill Blomkamp Release date: 13 March 2015 Rating: 5/10

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The Book of Life is not only a brightly lit animation revolving around a love triangle between three childhood friends, it is a deeply profound tale of life, death and the meaning of finding oneself. And yes it takes on many romantic cliches of modern life, the unlikely hero who is forced into the family business, the independent woman that all men want but none can tame and the seeming hero who is keeping a dark secret.

Joaquín joins the "army" and Manolo starts training to become a Bullfighter, however his real passion lies with music.

Many years later Maria comes back home and Manolo's selfless act makes Maria fall in love with him all over again. Realising that he may lose, Xibalba concocts a plan and makes Manolo believe that Maria is dead, Manolo is traumatized and decides to take his own life to be with Maria in the Land of the Remembered.

The story begins at the center of the universe, otherwise known as Mexico, on the Day of the Dead where the townsfolk of San Angel have gathered to remember those who have passed. In doing so they allow their loved ones to stay in the Land of the Remembered, a paradise filled with never ending festivals and celebration ruled by La Muerte. However those who are forgotten are sent to The Land of the Forgotten, a dead wasteland ruled by Xibalba.

Upon arriving Manolo discovers that Maria is not dead and that he had been tricked allowing Xibalba to win the bet and take control of the Land of the Remembered.

Now he and his bullfighting family must travel to the Land of the Forgotten to inform La Muerte of Xibalba’s deception and save San Angel from impending doom.

After seeing two boys, Manolo and Joaquín, competing for the affection of a young girl, Maria, La Muerte and Xibalba make a wager. La Muerte bets that Manolo will win Maria's hand and if she wins Xibalba cannot interfere in mortal affairs any longer; Xibalba bets on Joaquín, stating that if he wins he gets to rule the Land of the Remembered. To ensure that he wins Xibalba gives Joaquín the medal of Everlasting Life making him invincible.

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Shortly after, Maria is sent to a boarding school in Europe for being too wild,

The film in and of itself is a masterpiece of colour, music and emotion brought together to express an old story; and I find that adding a different understanding on life and death really helps put things into perspective.

Though for all of my praise the movie does have its downsides, despite all of her independance Maria still fits into the helpless princess role at times. She also often treats Joaquín like he is beneath her and resorts to marrying him out of obligation and last resortedness when he is actually trying to protect her which is a douche move in my opinion. All in all it's a great movie with a lot of heart.

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In this next chapter of the epic "Maze Runner" saga, Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) and his fellow Gladers face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD's vastly superior forces and uncover its shocking plans for them all.

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Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Opens 25 September 2015 Director: Wes Ball Cast: Kaya Scodelario, Dylan O'Brien, Ki Hong Lee,Thomas Brodie足Sangster, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aidan Gillen, Giancarlo Esposito, Patricia Clarkson

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By: Joannah Stewart

If you are a fan of 80’s grunge films then you will be happy to see that a new Mad Max film has been released. For thirty years the franchise has been quiet, releasing nothing after Mad Max: Beyond Thunder Dome which was a huge hit in it’s day. Mad Max: Fury Road was directed by the founder of the original three movies, George Miller, which will likely end in this film having the same feel as its predecessors. We hope.

Fury Road revolves around Max Rockatansky (Tom Hardy) who is being chased through a post apocalyptic Australia by a group of bandits called the War Boys, after they capture him The War Boys take Max to their citadel where they use him as a human blood bag. The citadel is run by Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays­ Byrne; who also played the villain Toecutter in the original "Max Max" film) who wears a mask to help him breath with damaged lungs. Immortan’s tyranny leads to the betrayal of his commander Imperator Furiosa who steals his wives and attempts to take them to her land. Immortan sends Nux after them and Max is brought along for the ride. Literally, they strap him to the hood of their car as they rise through the desert.

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With Miller holding the reins on this movie we are sure to see many impressive stunts, high speed chases and lots of people dying, like Game of Thrones but more actiony. it is expected to be the action film of the year and as Miller has had almost three decades to prepare Mad Max: fury Road is sure to be something magnificent.

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IT'S TIME TO REBOOT

WITH TERMINATOR GENISYS Joannah Stewart

I am just going to say it. Why the hell do we need another reboot of a cult classic?

Well to be honest I don’t really have a better answer than because it will make money, and make no mistake. It will make money. If there is one thing Hollywood has learned it’s that people will watch reboots out of curiosity or to boast that they have seen it and it was bad.

I had hoped that when I did a little more digging into the subject that I would find some glimmering hope that this may actually be a good idea and that they would wrap this little parcel up once and for all, giving long term fans some closure but according to the wide web this is not the case. No, in fact they are hoping to open up the franchise to a whole new saga that will probably have us protesting outside of Alan Taylor’s new mansion when he decides to retire off the profits of the film.

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from what I can gather of the drips and drabs that have been released, our story starts with the Resistance on the verge of whipping Skynets ass, so John Connor sends Kyle Reese back in time to save his mother's life ensuring his existence in the future. But when Kyle arrives he discovers that the past has changed, Skynet had sent a Terminator back even further in time to kill Sarah Connor as a child, but the resistance sent a cyborg of their own to protect her. After the assassination of her parents Sarah is raised by the reprogrammed T­ 800 who trains her to be badass and psychopathic.

Can you say convoluted?

Faced with a new mission this band of misfits must defeat a T­800, a T­1000, and (plot twist) John Connor himself, who’s been transformed into a nanotechnological human­cyborg hybrid, the T­ 3000, sent by Skynet to kill them.

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Gaming SECTOR Our Gaming sector covers headshots, chainsaw killing sprees, and numerous fish slaps, all while looking at up and coming titles in the gaming industry. If you want to borrow my sniper rifle, that will be $50 please...

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Release Schedule Game releases for June and July 2015 You can find more releases on http://www.movieinsider.com/movies/足/2015/ Hatred

June 1, 2015

The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited

June 9, 2015

Massive Chalice

June 1, 2015

Operation Abyss: New Tokyo Legacy

June 9, 2015

Heroes of the Storm

June 2, 2015

Hyperdimen sion Neptunia Re余Birth2: Sisters Generation June 2, 2015

Lego Jurassic World

June 12, 2015

Payday 2: Crimewave Edition

June 16, 2015

Lord of Magna: Maiden Heaven

June 2, 2015

Batman: Arkham Knight

June 23, 2015

Queen At Arms

Badland: Game of the Year Edition

F1 2015

MotoGP 15

Mutant Mudds Super Challenge

June 30, 2015

June, 2015

June, 2015

June, 2015

June, 2015

Deception IV: The Nightmare Princess

Godzilla: The Game

July 14, 2015

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Rory Lost God of War McIlroy PGA Dimension III Tour Remastered

July 14, 2015

July 14, 2015

July 28, 2015

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The Escapists

June 2, 2015

Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition

June 23, 2015

Superhot

D4: Dark Dreams Don't Die

June 5, 2015

J足Stars Victory VS+

June 30, 2015

Ar nosurge Plus: Ode to an Unborn Star

June, 2015

July 2, 2015

Magic Duels: Origins

Zombie Vikings

July, 2015

July, 2015

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Previews and Reviews Movie reviews and previews for June and July 2015

Back to Bed

Combat Arms: Line of Sight

Released: Aug 6, 2014 Publishers(s): Bedtime Digital Games

Released: In Beta Publishers(s): BlackSpot Entertainment Inc. Combat Arms: Line of Sight is the new addition to the Combat Arms family. Sure, there are many military FPS games out there, but with comet strikes and fireballs, there are none quite like this. In Combat Arms: Line of Sight, you can take weapon customisation to the next level. You can choose, piece by piece, how you want your weapon to perform and what you want it to look like. You may also decide to go with the weapon's classic design and quickly jump into battle.

Frank'n'John Released: Early Access Publishers(s): BitSmith Games

Lara Croft: Relic Run Released: May 28.

2015 Publishers(s): Square Enix and Simutronics When a shadowy conspiracy threatens the world, only Lara Croft is equipped to unearth the truth. Run, swing, drive, and swan dive through challenging environments such as jungle temples and sand swept desert ruins. Use parkour moves to switch seamlessly between fast paced vehicles, intuitive combat and epic boss fights, including the iconic T­Rex, to collect clues and uncover ancient relics.

Lara Croft: Relic Run offers fans a fresh experience every time they play, ensuring no two runs are ever the same.

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Back to Bed is a 3D puzzle Indie game set in a unique, beautiful and artistic dream world, wherein you guide the sleepwalker Bob to the safety of his bed. To achieve this, you must take control of Bob’s subconscious guardian named Subob. The pair travels through a surreal and painting­like dreamscapes, filled with objects used to guide Bob towards the Bed, but also dangers that must be avoided!

Young FranknJohn is a failed experiment of a deranged scientist, Dr Harmin. He wakes, with no memory, bursting from his grave, with a head that can only stay on his body with the help of a chain. FranknJohn is far from helpless however, as his flaw becomes his strength ­ he can swing his head wildly round to smash away the plethora of strange creatures that roam the mansion.

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Mortal Kombat Cup Qualifiers There are certain things you do not forget as a child, building blanket forts, lime milkshakes, camping with friends, and the Mortal Kombat theme song.

And if you were anything like me then you will remember what it was like to sneak into the lounge early on a Saturday morning, set up the playstation, turning the sound down (so not to wake the parental units)

and smash peoples faces in one of the most violent games of the time.

So you can understand why I am so excited that one of my all time favourite games has become an official e足sport in South Africa.

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Round One. Fight!! SA competes in one of the biggest world championships.

That’s right, you read it, with the launch of the new Mortal Kombat X game, SA is hosting it’s very own qualifiers for the Who’s Next? Mortal Kombat X Worldwide Competitive Program. The program consists of three tournaments: The Fatal 8 Exhibition Tournament, the Mortal Kombat X ESL Pro League Tournament, and the Mortal Kombat Cup. While we are not competing in the Fatal 8 or ESL Pro League tournaments, locals do have a chance to challenge one another in the Mortal Kombat Cup Qualifiers which has been running, nationwide, since April. Players competed in the finals this weekend for a share in the R15 000 prize pool, a 20th Anniversary Playstation 4 and a flight to Paris to compete in the Mortal Kombat Cup during July.

The winners for the finals were: 1st place: Vasudev “Taga Kahn” Stringer from Gauteng 2nd place: Kim “D1GamerKid” Petersen from Western Cape 3rd place: Zolani “Dr.Zol” Matsolo from Western Cape Taga Kahn will be flown to Paris to compete against some of the best in the world and with the performance he gave this Saturday I am sure that he will make us proud.

Having been to the Cape Town qualifiers two weekends ago and to the finals this last weekend, I can say with certainty that this is definitely something I want to see more of.

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Battle To The Death With Evolves New Arena Mode And it's completely free!

Arena Mode is coming to Evolve™, the 4v1 shooter featuring four Hunters cooperatively fighting to take down a single­player controlled Monster, as a free update. In Arena Mode, players head straight into an epic fight as one Monster battles a team of four Hunters to the death in intense, best­of­three matches set in fixed arenas. Arena Mode is completely free on all platforms and will be available to all Evolve players now.

“Arena Mode adds a completely new way to play Evolve by bringing players straight into frenetic, heart­ pounding battles,” said Chris Ashton, co­founder and design director at Turtle Rock Studios. “Our goal is to provide players with the most entertaining gameplay experience possible, and Arena Mode provides nonstop combat for those who want nothing but action.”

In Arena Mode, five fixed arenas are placed on 14 of Evolve’s maps for a total of 70 locations to brawl. A Stage 2 Monster player spawns into

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an arena against a team of four Hunters, and the two sides immediately battle to the death. The round ends when the Monster or the team of Hunters is eliminated, and the next round takes place in a new fixed arena on the same map. The first side to win two rounds is victorious in the best­of­three Arena Mode match.

$100,000 prize pool. The Evolve Proving Grounds Tournament Grand Finale will take place in front of a live studio audience at Club Nokia in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live on Twitch.

In addition to Arena Mode announcement, the Evolve Proving Grounds Tournament also took place late last month. Played exclusively on Xbox One, the all­in­ one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the Evolve Proving Grounds Tournament is produced by ESL, the world’s largest esports company. The European Semifinals took place at ESL’s Cologne, Germany studio on May 24, 2015. The North American Semifinals took place at ESL’s Burbank, Calif. Studio on May 31, 2015. The top two teams from each regional semifinal will compete in the Global Finale in Los Angeles on June 17, 2015 for a piece of the

Evolve is now available worldwide for Xbox One, PlayStation®4 system, and Windows PC.

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Wildstar Soon to be Free­ to­Play

For those of you who love Widstar or who would love to play Wildstar we have some very good news. As of this year Wildstar will be free­to­play! No official date has been set yet but as the transition takes place, Carbine Studios states that they are committed to ensuring that WildStar will remain AAA, offering polished regular updates and a high­quality experience.

“At the beginning of 2015, we outlined key points of focus for WildStar to help make this great game even better, focusing heavily on player feedback and bringing meaningful changes,” said Mike Donatelli, product director, Carbine Studios. “We continue to deliver on those points and feel strongly that removing the subscription cost will give everyone who loves MMOs, or just wants to have an incredible gaming experience, a chance to try WildStar.”

Once the game is completely free­to­ play, players will be able to reach level 50, acquire all Amps and abilities, and participate in all dungeons, raids,

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adventures, shiphands, and PvP. The entirety of the game will be open for players to explore for free. Players may also purchase an optional membership for a monthly fee that will provide various convenience bonuses and enhancements to XP, crafting, currency, item drops and reputation.

Members will gain additional character, costume, bank, supply, and décor items.

Wildstar will also have an in­game store where players can use NCoin to get convenience or cosmetic items, Carbine made it clear that the only thing not for sale is power, progression will require both skill and effort.

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Over the next several months, the studio will share more details about how this transition will impact current and future players along with more detail on the significant improvements coming to the game.

Players who maintain a subscription from June 15, 2015 through the free­ to­play transition will receive exclusive items and rewards.

Additionally, those players who have supported the game since launch,

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and maintain their subscription through transition, will receive even more. Additional detail about all of these rewards can be found at http://www.wildstar­ online.com/en/news/2015­05­28­ player­appreciation­rewards.

To learn more about WildStar’s transition to free­to­play and to sign­ up for closed beta, visit www.wildstar­online.com .

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Electronic Gaming Expo CAPE TOWN'S PREMIER ELECTRONICS & GAMING EXPO! My experience with the Electronic Gaming Expo began on Friday afternoon, after a morning of work it was great to finally be heading of into Cape Town City to the CTICC. It's always hard to know what to expect when coming to these kinds of events, many people have tried to host something like this in Cape Town but none of them have been quite able to host something as impressive EGE. Friday was a little quiet really, as many of the con goers had left by the time we had arrived but the stalls were up and we managed to chat to many of the venders before they were too busy for us on Saturday. Orena was very proud to announce their CS:GO tournament running all of Saturday and Zombie Gamer were busy with their Fifa, COD and MKX tournaments, which would prove to be huge success the following day.

Most notable where the myrid of tech stands at the enterance of the venue and the massive PS4 stand of to the left of the hall near the stage where gamers and con goes would flock as the hall filled to max capacity

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on Saturday. It was great to see companies like Logitech, MSI, Corsair and Cooler Master supporting a local event like this.

Saturday morning arrived and I decided it was time to do a bit of make shift cosplay. I jumped into my reindeer onsie and off we went. On arrival we decide to grab some coffee at the cafe in the foyer, our grogginess had caught up to us and we walked through the CTICC past a long line of excitable con goers to hall three. I must say thank god for press passes, I was not looking forward to standing in line.

We walked past the gate attendants and into one of the most exciting moments of my life.

The hall we had seen almost empty the night before was now packed with people of every kind. Some of them familiar, most of them unknown as they moved about the hall visiting stalls, chatting, gaming or looking at demonstrations. It was finally happening, Cape Town has it's own smaller version of Rage that would eventually grow into something great and we were there to witness it.

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Tech SECTOR Our tech sector covers microbits and nanobytes, pieces of soldering iron and our little gadget that lets us peek into the future.

No, you can't have it.

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Nag Magazine Says GoodBye to print

Soon print will be a guilty pleasure fewer can afford and the world of digital will offer more than paper can.

Another item on my list of things to remember as a kid is something that has been a part of every South African geeks life for as long as its have been around. For many, NAG magazine was the inspiration that pushed us into the careers we have today. A generation of South African geek writers, bloggers and gamers owe their passion to this magazine.

Growing up, I always looked forward to seeing a brand new, sleek, NAG cover staring at me from the shelves of my local magazine shop, and in recent years I couldn’t help but notice how fewer and fewer stores stocked them.

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But now the era of print is in it’s eve and sadly, NAG will no longer be available on the shelves of bookstores.

Luckily for us they are not completely throwing in the towel. No, every one’s favourite magazine will be available online as a digital magazine, and no doubt it will have a lot more action packed content.

However, despite the cancellation of NAG’s print issues, I do believe that NAG will have a lot more in stall for us than we could hope. This allows them more time to work on rAge, which I for one am looking forward to.

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The Razer SEIRĒN RAZER LAUNCHES SEIRĒN PRO DIGITAL MICROPHONE WITH XLR RECORDING New Razer condenser mic includes XLR recording and a high­pass filter for versatile recording experiences Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, announced the Razer Seirēn Pro, a digital microphone designed for streamers and YouTubers.

The Razer Seirēn Pro includes a high­pass filter to remove low­end ambient noises, such as hums, rumbles, traffic and wind, which streamers may face when creating content. This makes the Razer Seirēn Pro digital microphone ideal for the needs of live video broadcasters, YouTubers and even aspiring musicians that value clarity.

Additionally, the Razer Seirēn Pro gives streamers the option of recording via an analog XLR or digital USB connection. The XLR cable allows the Razer Seirēn Pro to be plugged directly into mixing boards and cameras. Users can chain together multiple microphones and instruments to the board with the XLR option, with increased flexibility for adjustments on the fly during live sessions.

"With the success of YouTube, Twitch and the likes, there is a greater demand for high­fidelity recording equipment than ever before," says Min­Liang Tan, Razer co­founder and CEO. "Our second condenser microphone, the Razer Seirēn Pro, delivers what video game streamers are looking for and provides great value to YouTubers, musicians and anyone looking to capture sound clearly."

microphone for a complete recording setup. These accessories along with the Razer Seirēn Pro professional bundle can be found exclusively on RazerStore.

The Razer Seirēn Pro is the latest addition to Razer's collection of products designed for content streamers.

The original Razer Seirēn, released late last year, also features a versatile multi­pattern USB digital connection capable of four different recording configurations with three custom­tuned, 14 mm condenser capsules.

Razer works with an array of top professional gaming YouTubers and streamers. Additionally, the company is committed to developing new talent in these ranks.

As part of this focus, the Razer Sponsored Streamer Program was initiated to help aspiring content creators and streamers take their recordings to a professional level. Members of the Program will be divided into three experience levels, each entitled to different level of endorsement, ranging from a Razer Seirēn promo to a full Razer peripheral suite sponsorship. For more information on the Razer Sponsored Streamer Program, visit www.razerzone.com/sponsored­streamer.

Product features: · HD recording with outstanding clarity · 4 adjustable recording patterns (Cardioid, Stereo, Omni, Bi–directional) · Quick controls for pattern switching, headphone volume and mic gain · Built in headphone amplifier with zero latency output · Recording via XLR or USB connection · High­pass filter – filters frequencies below 100 Hz

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Microphone specifications · Power required / consumption: 5V 300 mA (USB) / 48V DC (analog) · Sample rate: 192 kHz · Bit rate: 24 bit · Capsules: Three 14 mm condenser capsules · Polar patterns: Stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional · Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz · Sensitivity: 12.5 mV/Pa (1 kHz) · Max SPL: 120 dB (THD: 0.5% 1 kHz) Headphone amplifier · Impedance: > 16 ohms · Power output (RMS): 130 mW (@16 ohms) · THD: 0.009% · Frequency response: 15 Hz – 22 kHz Signal­to­noise ratio: 114 dB

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Cosplay SECTOR Our Cosplay sector covers Cosplay tools, cookies, interesting techniques on using said cookies, and ultimately how to put your cookie to best use when sitting for the fourth hour in front of you sewing machine and your knees are killing you.

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Nakashi Oroshu The Dragon King Has Returned The following is an interview with Nakashi Oroshu, a Cosplayer, one half of the Resonance Cosplay duo, artist, student and the founder of Con•ect.

Con•ect is an event based in Port Elizabeth, focused on bringing fellow gamers, Cosplayers and fandom lovers together at this annual convention.

Introduce yourself to everyone and tell them a little about yourself Well greetings, I’m Nakashi, currently residing in Cape Town and studying animation. I’m a musician as well as a digital artist, a huge medieval fantasy fan and a part time Dragon if time allows.

Cosplay was all but foreign when I started with my cosplay partner Saiyuki. We didn’t know anyone that did anything remotely the same for quite some time. But now one can see how fast and how large this community has grown. It’s incredibly encouraging and exciting cosplaying with groups of people, with so many more people to share knowledge with.

For how long have you been expressing yourself in this art of Cosplaying?

This would be my….6th year? I think, so quite a while.

What would you say is the best thing about it?

Feeling awesomely not yourself in some really cool outfit you chose to create. Who doesn’t want to be their favourite character? Not to mention, you can literally BE the art. How cool is that?

When did you start Cosplaying?

I started cosplaying at the beginning of 2010 What did you think of Cosplaying before and after you first started?

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Would you say that there are any downsides?

Money, I suppose, it is an expensive hobby, and time (now that I’ve started studying) I’m sure there are a few more, but none that immediately stick out to me, I have yet to have too many downsides with cosplay.

Do you make your own outfits and props or buy/have it made?

I Make my own! Unless it consists of pieces I buy, then refashion for my various uses. I’ll occasionally wear a store bought item for more casual things.

Would you say that you share a likeness or personality to the characters you Cosplay?

I would think so. Sort of the only way to explain why I choose a specific character? I suppose in some way, every character I cosplay has a characteristic or personality similar to me, or traits that I wished I had in the first place.

Name 5 of your favourite Cosplays.

SMAUG, Robin, Fenris, Skyrim Thalmor and Hiccup If there is a show, movie or game you'd recommend to the Otaku community, what would it be?

Well…it would have to be Dragon age…because I recommend it to anyone that’ll listen really.

It is my all­time favourite game series.

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If art was a weapon, what would be your most preferred weapon?

So…I’m assuming. I could PAINT my weapon, and ‘poof’ instant real weapon? If so…I’d totally paint a dragon. If not, and it’s a painting utensil….I’d say…pallet Knife?

Best Crime fighting & Villainous team?

Psh, Batman and Robin (all of the above, but specifically Grayson) Favourite quote?

Reach down into your heart, and you'll find many reasons to fight. Survival, Honour, Glory. But what about those who feel that it is their duty to protect the innocent? There you'll find a warrior savage enough to match any dragon. And in the end, you'll retain what the others won't. Your Humanity" ­ Varric. Dragon age inquisition.

I would like to thank Nakashi once again for spending some time to do this interview. You can also find Nakashi on the following.

Facebook Cosplay Page: www.facebook.com/Nakashicosplay Facebook Cosplay Duo Page: www.facebook.com/ResonanceCosplay Facebook Art Page: www.facebook.com/NakashiSanStudios Twitter: @NakashiOroshu

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Culture SECTOR Our Culture sector covers everything else...

Let's see, what did we miss? Packing my bunny? Nope. Location of nuclear shelter?

Got it... Time of next dimensional wormhole?

Wait, where is my notes on that? While I search for it, have a look at some of the stuff happening, and share some of the Japanese culture that we collecte.......... Damn, I missed the wormhole.

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BROADWAY The 4 Story Otaku Mall By:Joannah Stewart

Travellers Guide

NAKANO

Address:5­52­15, Nakano, Nakano­ku, Tokyo 164­0001 Country: Japan Otaku type: All Otaku Website:http://www.nbw.jp/index_e.html

"Nakano Broadway", lined with many stores offering products for anime & comic maniacs, is a popular spot among the "Otaku", together with Akihabara.

"Mandarake", which started off as a small store in one corner of this district, is well known not only for anime & comic goods, but also for rare items in a wide range of genres. The products sold include second­hand dojin­shi, posters, autographed shikishi (paperboards), AV software, games, figures, and so on.

2nd ­4th Floors of Nakano Broadway Building, about 5 minute's walk from the North Exit (Kita­guchi) of Nakano Station which is approx. 4 minutes from Shinjuku Station on the JR Chuo Line (Rapid Service).

On the side streets branching off from the shopping street are food alleys with various restaurants, including many izakaya (Japanese style pub/eatery), that serve all different kinds of food. Here one can experience the atmosphere of the bustling food crowd while taking a break from the shopping.

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Otaku Kitcken

Sebastian Michaelis’ Fried Curry Bun In popular Culture *Karē pan man (“Curry bread man”) is one of the superheroes in Anpanman. He has a head made out of curry bread.

Are you a fan of Black Butler/Kuroshitsuji, have you ever wanted to make something that comes from Sebastian’s own cookbook? Well, here’s a recipe that you could try. From Sebastian’s very own Cookbook ­ Fried Curry Bun. As much kick­ass and lovely as you might consider him to be, Sebastian can cook classic European food as well as Japanese delight. So, just where do we start then? Personally, I would like to say –please make sure that you have plastic wrap, paper towels, bowls, cups, the following ingredients and…a kitchen.

Did you know?

Curry Bread (karē pan) is a popular Japanese food. On occasion it is baked instead of deep fried, but deep frying is the most common method of cooking.

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1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled) 1 cup water 1 cup leftover curry 1 egg (lightly beaten) 1 tablespoon milk 1 cup panko bread crumbs/regular bread crumbs

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time:25 minutes Yield: 2 servings 1 teaspoon yeast ¼ cup water (lukewarm) 3 cups flour 2 tablespoons sugar

Got your ingredients at the ready? Well, if you’re sure then let’s get started then. It’s time to mix the yeast and the warm water into a bowl. Mix in the flour, the sugar, salt, butter and water, and form the dough. You’ll need to knead (see what I did there?) the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes. Are you sure that was lightly floured? Oh, I’m just checking to make sure.

Dip the formed bread into the egg wash and then dip them into the panko bread crumbs to cover. You don’t necessarily need to only use “panko” bread crumbs. If you don’t have panko, then what you can use as a substitute is normal bread crumbs. I know, it’s amazing, right? Best thing since sliced bread? Bread crumbs, baby…bread crumbs.

Have the dough placed in a greased bowl, then cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise to double its size. That should at least be about 60­90 minutes. Knock the dough down (don’t kill the damn thing) and knead for 2 minutes. What you can do from there is cut the dough into 8 pieces and set it aside.

Now, cover the bread with plastic and let it rise while you heat the oil. Heat the oil in a pan. Place the bread into the oil and fry until it is golden brown on both sides.

It should be 60­90 seconds per side. Seconds, not minutes. Place the cooked curry bread onto some paper towels to drain the oil while it cools.

Alrighty then, mash the curry to form a paste. Mix those eggs and milk into a bowl. Roll out one of the pieces of dough into a 6 inch circle and place a spoonful of the curry in the center. Brush some of the egg wash around the edge of half of the dough and fold it over and then pinch the dough closed. Fold the pinch to one side.

Enjoy

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