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Misael Duran

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Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 15d

I wrote this a while ago, but my Saint Seiya piece is up on @comicbook.com.

I grew up watching the series with my brother, yet the weird case of Heavens-Overture has stayed in my mind for decades.

Read more to learn more:

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Dragon Ball & One Piece Studio Wants Fans to Forget Its Most Beautiful Film

The studio behind Dragon Ball released one of its most beautiful films over 20 years ago, and has tried everything it can to bury it.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 16d

Try getting a loan. 🤣

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 16d

Happy Silent Hill f release day!

To celebrate, I'd like to re-share the time I had the opportunity to interview the game developers for @comicbook.com during Anime Expo!

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Silent Hill f Interview: Devs Talk Crafting a New Horror Game With a Younger Protagonist

We interview Silent Hill f producer Motoi Okamoto, scriptwriter Ryukishi07, and composer Akira Yamaoka about the upcoming title.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 19d

I got to stretch my film analysis skills and discuss one of my favorite movies on @eulalie.bsky.social.

Fast Times at Ridgemont High was my teen movie growing up, but how can an '80s movie be influential to a '90s and 2000s kid like me? Read to find out!

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How ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’ Defined High School for Multiple Generations

The 1982 film Fast Times at Ridgemont High remains relevant because of its relatable themes and genuine approach to storytelling.

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Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 24d

My time with @comicbook.com has sadly come to an end, but I'm grateful this got published as my last review for the site.

Deadpool/Batman #1 is the first #Marvel and #DC crossover in decades, and it's worth checking out.

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Deadpool/Batman #1 Was Worth Waiting 3 Decades For (Review)

Marvel and DC comics cross-over once more since the 90s, gifting fans a once in a generation comic one shot with characters from both brands.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 25d

Got to review the first volume of Saint Seiya: Dark Wing for @comicbook.com.

Grew up with the original series and feel really honored to review this manga—special thanks to @comicstitan.bsky.social for providing me with a review copy.
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Saint Seiya: Dark Wing Vol 1 Is a Solid Start That Takes The Franchise to the Modern Day (Review)

Saint Seiya: Dark Wing is now available in English by Titans Comics. The first volume sets up an interesting mystery that will draw in longtime fans.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · 29d

Full disclosure, the One Piece episode about Zoro's backstory is one of my all-time favorite episodes of any anime.

I don't believe in the narrative that Zoro has a bad backstory, and here is my piece from @comicbook.com pushing back:

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One Piece's Worst Backstory Actually Teaches a Better Lesson Than Any Other (And Is Surprisingly Poignant)

One of the most questioned backstories in One Piece history is still incredibly poignant, expressing greif and sorrow in a poignant way.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Sep 8

Got to write about my favorite characters in Gundam in my latest piece from @comicbook.com:

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10 Best Gundam Characters Who Aren't Char Aznable

Char Aznable is, without a doubt, the most iconic human character in the Gundam franchise, but we think there are 10 others humans who are also great.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Aug 15

I got to write about one of my favorite DC Characters for @comicbook.com.

I love everything Phil Jimenez did with Donna Troy with Titans Annual #1, making it one of my favorite single issues ever.

#dccomics #Wonderwoman #DonnaTroy #Titans

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How DC’s Best Creator Gave Wonder Girl the Origin She Deserved

Legendary comic creator Phil Jimenez delivers a comic issue worthy of the original Wonder Girl, Donna Troy, that successful streamlines her origins.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Jul 21

My Silent Hill f interview with series producer Motoi Okamoto, Silent Hill f scriptwriter Ryukishi07, and series composer Akira Yamaoka has finally been published on @comicbook.com!

comicbook.com/gaming/news/...

Silent Hill f Interview: Devs Talk Crafting a New Horror Game With a Younger Protagonist

We interview Silent Hill f producer Motoi Okamoto, scriptwriter Ryukishi07, and composer Akira Yamaoka about the upcoming title.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Jul 17

I've been waiting 12 years for a follow-up to Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Rebellion. That cliffhanger has truly haunted me.

Walpurgisnacht Rising's release window of Feb. 2026 has been a long time coming for me.

For more, check out my piece on @comicbook.com:

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Why the New Madoka Magica Film Has Been 13 Years in the Making

Fans will finally get a resolution of the cliffhanger left dangling at the end of Puella Magi Madoka Magica Rebellion.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · May 21

Hiroko Moriguchi's “Mizu no Hoshi e Ai wo Komete” from Mobile Suit Zeta #Gundam is one of my favorite anime opening songs of all time. I'm very looking forward to Moriguchi's fourth Gundam Song Covers album, Gundam Song Covers Orchestra.

My latest on @comicbook.com:
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Underrated '90s Gundam Movie Gets a Gorgeous New Musical Release

Hiroko Moriguchi, beloved singer who has done multiple cover songs from the Gundam franchise, has released a new music video.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · May 15

Remember #Monsuno? This early 2010s toy brand and anime have been mostly forgotten over time, but it was actually pretty neat.

Watch the original anime on #Tubi, and read my latest feature on @comicbook.com to learn more about the franchise and toys.
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This Early 2010s Nickelodeon Anime Was the Last Great Bakugan Copycat

Bakugan was a sensation when it first came to the scene, leading to multiple copycats. Nickelodeon had the last great one.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Apr 30

The #StarWars #DarthVadar comics made me a big fan of Sabe from the Phantom Menace. I love everything @gregpak.net (and E. K. Johnston) has done with the character.

For more on my thoughts, read my latest on @ComicBook:

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How Star Wars Comics Made an Obscure Prequel Character Into One of the Best in the Franchise

The Star Wars: Darth Vader comics elevates one of the prequel trilogy's most forgotten character into one of the best in the franchise.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Apr 25

My latest on @comicbook.com discusses how the studio behind #Evangelion is working on #Gundam, and the studio behind Gundam is working on the upcoming #Macross!

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Gundam, Evangelion, and Macross All Share One Thing in Common (And Not That They're Mecha)

Iconic creators of Gundam, Evangelion, and Macross are switching, meaning the crew behind Gundam is working on Macross, while the Eva team works on Gundam!

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Apr 14

If anyone knows any insight, my DMs are open. #anime #macross

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Apr 14

The recent theatrical release of
#Macross Do You Remember Love in Japan made me really wish we could get the movie overseas.

I would do anything to get the film overseas, but it's complicated.

Learn more about this piece I wrote for @comicbook.com :
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I Would Sell My Soul to Have This Macross Movie Release in the U.S.

Macross: Do You Remember Love continues to be the holy grail of anime films, and I would do (almost) anything to have it officially release.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Mar 15

Thanks again to Nicole Drum for letting me write more comics for @comicbook.com.

Origin is one of my all-time favorite comics, so I was happy to go into detail about why I love this #Wolverine story so much!

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Marvel Didn't Need to Reveal Wolverine's Origins (But I'm Glad They Did)

Origin gave fans the definitive backstory of the mysterious Wolverine. Did the character lose some of his luster when his origin was revealed?

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Mar 9

Got to write about comic books this time!

I'm endlessly fascinated with the situation with Paul in Amazing #Spiderman, and how Marvel can improve the character.

Read more on @comicbook.com:
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Spider-Man’s Worst Character Isn’t Bad (And That’s Why He’s a Problem)

The Amazing Spider-Man comics have had a Paul-sized problem for a while. For those unaware of who Paul is, he’s a recent addition to the Spider-Man supporting cast. He’s a very unassuming man with his...

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Mar 6

I got to write more about #Macross again, this time focusing on the series' handling of music and how that makes it stand out from other mechas.

Read more on @comicbook.com:
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Macross Will Always Have One Huge Advantage Over Gundam as a Mecha Rival

Macross' music is a defining aspect of the franchise and is the one thing that puts it ahead of its contemporary, Gundam.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Mar 2

Happy 40th Anniversary to Zeta #Gundam!

Read my latest piece about this iconic mecha series, how it redefined the Real Robot genre, and why you should watch it on @comicbook.com:

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How Zeta Gundam Defined the Real Robot Genre and Influenced Future Mecha

Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam is full of flaws but helps influence a generation of fans of the Real Robot Genre.

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Feb 19

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Feb 19

I have always been a dub-over sub person, and I genuinely think some anime dubs surpass some of the subs.

Here are ten listed on @comicbook.com:

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10 Best Anime English Dubs That Outshine the Original

Anime fans often underappreciate English dubs, feeling that the original Japanese source material shouldn’t be altered and should be watched as is. Nonetheless, a lot of work goes into making an Engli...

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Feb 14

Digimon Story: Time Stranger game is filling in the lack of #Digimon anime this year, but should Bandai look at the Story franchise for its next anime adaptation?

For more, check out my latest piece on @comicbook.com:

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Digimon Story Needs Its Own Anime ASAP

Digimon Story features some of the best plot in the Digimon, so why hasn't it been turned into an anime yet?

Misael Duran @transformers03.bsky.social · Feb 13

I love Macross (and Robotech), and I want the series to gain a strong foothold in the States.

But the franchise isn't getting the marketing it desperately deserves.

For more on my thoughts, check out my piece on @comicbook.com:

comicbook.com/anime/news/m...

Macross Is Already Huge but Falls Short of Gundam for One Simple Reason

With Macross now free to air in the West, some hope the franchise can become just as big as Gundam. But the series is already lagging behind.