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Category Archives: Sunday Spotlight

Sunday Spotlight: Sentimental Trickster BL Game Kickstarter

8 / 21 / 16

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It’s always exciting to see a new BL game in the works, and Sentimental Trickster is no different. This ages 18+ visual novel has already hit its initial funding goal on Kickstarter and is successfully Greenlit, but with additional support could reach some exciting stretch goals such as more CGs, sprites, and facial animations, or even a new dateable character!

Sentimental Trickster

Sentimental Trickster follows protagonist Haru as he sets off to start a new life at arts college and comes in contact with a plethora of hunky men (some more friendly than others!). There’s a demo of the first hour or so of the game available for Windows, Mac, and Linux on the Kickstarter page, which I highly recommend checking out. The game so far has been made entirely by a single person, and it’s extremely impressive, to say the least!

At the time of this post, the Kickstarter has 7 days left until it ends, which means there’s still plenty of time to get in on some of the exclusive extras such as a playable Kickstarter-exclusive “thank you” from the characters themselves. Since the game has already been fully funded, there’s no fear of the disappointment that comes with backing a campaign with an uncertain outcome. I look forward to seeing the completed version of Sentimental Trickster in March 2017!

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Sunday Spotlight: Long Gone Days Indiegogo Campaign

7 / 24 / 16

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In honor of JRPG July I wanted to take the opportunity to spotlight Long Gone Days, a dystopian Japanese-inspired RPG currently on Indiegogo. Currently in development for Windows, Mac, and Linux, Long Gone Days is billed as a character-driven RPG with visual novel elements, and it features gorgeous pixel art and anime-style illustrations!

Long Gone Days Indiegogo

One of the most interesting aspects of this war-themed RPG is the language barriers posed by encountering soldiers of different backgrounds, meaning you’ll need to use characters with interpreting skills to be able to understand certain conversations. How cool is that?!

To see the game in action, head to its Itch.io page to download the demo. If you decide to help Long Gone Days reach its funding goal, you can gain a digital copy of the game when it’s completed for just $12. However, this early bird special is only available to the first 200 backers, so don’t delay!

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Sunday Spotlight: Ms. Visual Grammar

7 / 10 / 16

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Despite only being a little over a month old, Linda’s Ms. Visual Grammar blog has already rocketed to the top of my favorites! She has a great eye for all things cute and nerdy, and a slightly larger focus on makeup and fashion than you’ll find here at Chic Pixel. I just can’t get enough!

Ms. Visual Grammar Reese cosplay
Linda aka Ms. Visual Grammar as Reese from Animal Crossing! It’s her first cosplay, and she knocked it out of the park!

Linda covers everything from conventions and cosplay to cute figures and awesome illustrators, so if you’re a fan of Chic Pixel or any of the things mentioned, I highly recommend her site! I especially love her weekly Fashion Friday series; Linda has a great sense of style, and I’ve already gotten a few ideas for my own wardrobe from her posts!

If you enjoy Ms. Visual Grammar, be sure to also follow her on Instagram. Her photos always brighten my day!

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Sunday Spotlight: Sonson’s Kawaii Shiba Inu Art

6 / 19 / 16

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I have to admit I’ve gotten a little shiba inu obsessed over the past few months (getting a shiba inu puppy does that to you). Part of this new obsession means that I am constantly on the lookout for the cutest shiba inu merchandise, and independent artist Sonson’s shop definitely fits the bill! Feast your eyes on this adorableness:

Sonson Sunday Spotlight
shiba stickers | shiba masking tape | magician shiba charm

If I could afford to buy one of everything from Sonson’s shop, you can bet your bunnies I would! I just love these pudgy shiba designs so much, especially the Breakfast with Shiba series! But if, heaven forbid, shibas aren’t your thing, Sonson has an array of other items featuring Pokémon and cute original designs, too.

If you can’t get enough of Sonson’s art, be sure to check them out on Twitter!

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Sunday Spotlight: Girrion Comic Kickstarter

5 / 22 / 16

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I don’t often cover Kickstarters that are already funded, but sci-fi comic Girrion is more than worth highlighting. For just $10, you can help support the continued production of this indie comic project and get PDFs of issues 1-5 in the process!

Girrion Comic Kickstarter

Girrion is a sci-fi fantasy epic told from the point of view of factory worker Jarra, whose mundane life is turned upside-down when his city is attacked by a dark force. Author Tom Lintern was kind enough to give me a peek at issues 1-3, and I was immediately struck by the gorgeous art! It is clear Tom’s influences include manga as well as western comics, and I was surprised to get a real Nausicaä vibe from the world presented in the pages of Girrion. Somehow, despite being full of machinery and grime, everything comes across as extremely organic. Head over to Girrion website for a 12 page preview of issue one to see what I mean!

Girrion issue 1 preview
One of my favorite pages from issue 1 of Girrion, featuring Princess Uralla

The current Kickstarter is to fund the production of issues 4 and 5 of Girrion, but its easy to catch up by purchasing the first three volumes in the Kickstarter or through the online storefront. But if you want access to some exciting bonuses such as pencil versions, signed issues, and more, be sure to back the Kickstarter before it ends on May 26th!

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Sunday Spotlight: Monstrous Lovers on Indiegogo

5 / 2 / 165 / 2 / 16

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Sunday Spotlight has turned out to be a great way to feature fundraising campaigns I wouldn’t have the chance to cover otherwise, so this week (despite it already being Monday in Australia) I’d like to turn your attention toward a BL visual novel on Indiegogo called Monstrous Lovers!

Monstrous Lovers BL visual novel Indiegogo

Monstrous Lovers is about a government employee whose job is to ensure the peaceful coexistence between monsters and humans, which of course leads to him falling in love with one of four different monster boys. The game will be made available in both English and Spanish and even include Spanish voiceovers, something you don’t see too often in indie visual novels!

Unfortunately, the Indiegogo campaign finished its initial fundraising period without reaching its goal, so the developers have opted to extend it so that this rad-looking game can get the funding it needs to be made. If you’re a fan of BL or romance visual novels, be sure head over to the Indiegogo page to check out the demo and help this game get over the finish line!

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Sunday Spotlight: The Anime Nostalgia Podcast

3 / 20 / 163 / 20 / 16

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Would you believe this is the first time I’ve featured a podcast in a Sunday Spotlight? Considering the number I listen to, I’m shocked! It’s high time I change that, and there’s no better show to start with than The Anime Nostalgia Podcast hosted by Dawn, aka Usamimi.

Each episode of The Anime Nostalgia Podcast features Dawn and one or more special guests as they discuss a classic anime in depth, or dig into an anime-related topic from the prospective of nostalgic series. I just so happened to guest on an episode where we shared our favorite anime couples, and while I’m obviously biased, that’s a great place to start! But regardless of your anime inclinations, there’s sure to be an episode of The Anime Nostalgia Podcast that caters to your interests.

Animal Nostalgia Podcast logo

While I decided to put the focus on her podcast for this week’s Sunday Spotlight, Dawn is actually an extremely talented crafter, as well! Her Etsy shop, Bunny Cartoon Creations, showcases some of her awesome nerdy embroidery pieces, as well as tons of fun vintage items, so definitely check it out!

Dawn can also be found on Twitter and Instagram. Be sure to follow her for nerdy crafts and all kinds of nostalgic anime musings!

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How about that Nintendo Direct?? So many good anno How about that Nintendo Direct?? So many good announcements! 😍😍 I am obviously most excited for Monster Hunter Rise DLC but new Kirby is also super exciting! And the Splatoon 3 and Bayonetta 3 trailers were so great 🙌 What was your favorite thing from the Direct?
The Cupid Parasite limited edition is so amazing! The Cupid Parasite limited edition is so amazing! @ideafactoryintl knocked it out of the park 😍😍😍 I posted an unboxing video over on my YouTube channel - link in my profile!
Hisui Zorua! 💜 They are coming out with so many Hisui Zorua! 💜 They are coming out with so many cool new Pokémon designs for Legends wow 😍😍 I’m still on the fence about the game itself, but this Zorua is def a new fav! This piece was inspired by @citrinenote’s adorable style, and I tried a few new things like multicolor lineart
Over the weekend @mayhaps.bella and I went to @auv Over the weekend @mayhaps.bella and I went to @auverscafe in Sydney for the Hello Kitty collab that’s part of the Hello Kitty Town event going on in @darlingsquare! 🎀 Since I can’t travel to Japan right now, it was so fun to be able to get to experience a collab cafe here in Australia 😭🙏 Food deets (swipe for more pics and a bonus selfie!)
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