The Trope Master
@thetropemaster.bsky.social
Guy who rants and reacts to video games. He/Him, bisexual, Actually Autistic
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how americans hear the lyrics to "Born in the USA"
January 4, 2026 at 11:18 PM
how americans hear the lyrics to "Born in the USA"
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Sailor Moon sketch from a while ago!
January 15, 2024 at 5:23 AM
Sailor Moon sketch from a while ago!
I was on my way back from a friend's house when I saw this sweet Spawn car.
January 3, 2026 at 9:50 PM
I was on my way back from a friend's house when I saw this sweet Spawn car.
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The Imaginary
What if Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends had more whimsy? The setup is cute, but the style feels too derivative of Studio Ghibli, and the villain's defeat comes literally out of nowhere.
What if Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends had more whimsy? The setup is cute, but the style feels too derivative of Studio Ghibli, and the villain's defeat comes literally out of nowhere.
January 3, 2026 at 6:16 AM
The Imaginary
What if Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends had more whimsy? The setup is cute, but the style feels too derivative of Studio Ghibli, and the villain's defeat comes literally out of nowhere.
What if Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends had more whimsy? The setup is cute, but the style feels too derivative of Studio Ghibli, and the villain's defeat comes literally out of nowhere.
Here's my 2026 media thread.
a fireworks display with the number 2026 in the foreground
ALT: a fireworks display with the number 2026 in the foreground
media.tenor.com
January 3, 2026 at 6:09 AM
Here's my 2026 media thread.
In spite of my overall enjoyment of Stranger Things, I am in no way supporting Noah Schnapp's views on Israel. At the same time, unlike Tara Strong, he's still young and I hope one day, he realizes how much of an idiot he has been. Though, I doubt his career is going to flourish after this.
Stranger Things (season 5)
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
January 1, 2026 at 11:55 AM
In spite of my overall enjoyment of Stranger Things, I am in no way supporting Noah Schnapp's views on Israel. At the same time, unlike Tara Strong, he's still young and I hope one day, he realizes how much of an idiot he has been. Though, I doubt his career is going to flourish after this.
What's your biggest impact on the internet?
I made the first post on That Guy With The Glasses complaining about the Autism joke in the Nostalgia Critic's Ernest Saves Christmas video, leading to the joke getting removed from the episode. This was back when Doug Walker still had some humility.
I made the first post on That Guy With The Glasses complaining about the Autism joke in the Nostalgia Critic's Ernest Saves Christmas video, leading to the joke getting removed from the episode. This was back when Doug Walker still had some humility.
What's your biggest impact on the internet?
The biggest I've got is that back on Twitter I accidentally quote tweeted the Out of Context Couch Gag account about the Simpsons movie and that post made like over 100k
At least twice
Whoops
Also hi 👋 @ooccouchgags.bsky.social Keep up the good work
The biggest I've got is that back on Twitter I accidentally quote tweeted the Out of Context Couch Gag account about the Simpsons movie and that post made like over 100k
At least twice
Whoops
Also hi 👋 @ooccouchgags.bsky.social Keep up the good work
What's your biggest impact on the internet?
I can't really think of anything notable. If I could get several artists to hop on an Art trend of my own making or have my art go viral, that'd be something. But otherwise, I got nothing.
I can't really think of anything notable. If I could get several artists to hop on an Art trend of my own making or have my art go viral, that'd be something. But otherwise, I got nothing.
January 1, 2026 at 11:47 AM
What's your biggest impact on the internet?
I made the first post on That Guy With The Glasses complaining about the Autism joke in the Nostalgia Critic's Ernest Saves Christmas video, leading to the joke getting removed from the episode. This was back when Doug Walker still had some humility.
I made the first post on That Guy With The Glasses complaining about the Autism joke in the Nostalgia Critic's Ernest Saves Christmas video, leading to the joke getting removed from the episode. This was back when Doug Walker still had some humility.
To reiterate, I don't hate this show. When it's not doing Takahashi's trademark romcom bullshit, it's pretty funny. The fighting in this series would feel right at home in a Jackie Chan movie and is enhanced by the remake's animation. Happosai is an abomination, though.
Ranma 1/2 (2024) (seasons 1 and 2)
I enjoyed the manga in highschool and I was excited for a new adaptation. However, upon revisiting this story, I realized that this series was Patient Zero for my most hated romcom harem anime cliches. Everything people complained about InuYasha originated here.
I enjoyed the manga in highschool and I was excited for a new adaptation. However, upon revisiting this story, I realized that this series was Patient Zero for my most hated romcom harem anime cliches. Everything people complained about InuYasha originated here.
January 1, 2026 at 11:41 AM
To reiterate, I don't hate this show. When it's not doing Takahashi's trademark romcom bullshit, it's pretty funny. The fighting in this series would feel right at home in a Jackie Chan movie and is enhanced by the remake's animation. Happosai is an abomination, though.
Considering how much focus Shelly had compared to the original and a personal relationship with the villain, I think this movie should have done a role reversal and have her be the revenant.
The Crow (2024)
Yeah, this movie sucked. Eric and Shelly had less chemistry than a porno, the acting was phoned in, the themes of death and mourning from the original are butt-fucked, and it doesn't take until the last half hour of the film to get even remotely interesting.
Yeah, this movie sucked. Eric and Shelly had less chemistry than a porno, the acting was phoned in, the themes of death and mourning from the original are butt-fucked, and it doesn't take until the last half hour of the film to get even remotely interesting.
January 1, 2026 at 5:47 AM
Considering how much focus Shelly had compared to the original and a personal relationship with the villain, I think this movie should have done a role reversal and have her be the revenant.
TMS released more episodes that were plot relevant outside of the Black Organization, but it really begs the question why they didn't do that from the start.
Detective Conan vs. The Black Organization (Ep. 1-9)
I'm all for making DC more accessible to newcomers. However, this batch only dubs the Black Organization episodes, omitting the introductions to several characters and plot points that show up in these episodes.
I'm all for making DC more accessible to newcomers. However, this batch only dubs the Black Organization episodes, omitting the introductions to several characters and plot points that show up in these episodes.
January 1, 2026 at 5:44 AM
TMS released more episodes that were plot relevant outside of the Black Organization, but it really begs the question why they didn't do that from the start.
Can the next TMNT cartoon adapt this comic?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (IDW): Volumes 1-9
This reboot of the comic takes the lore into a unique direction. Instead of pandering one section of the fandom, characters and plot points from the franchise as a whole get love, while introducing new favorites like Old Hob and Alopex.
This reboot of the comic takes the lore into a unique direction. Instead of pandering one section of the fandom, characters and plot points from the franchise as a whole get love, while introducing new favorites like Old Hob and Alopex.
January 1, 2026 at 5:42 AM
Can the next TMNT cartoon adapt this comic?
I was worried that this series was going to overdo it with the G1 Member Berries, but starting with issue 25, we're getting more post-G1 characters.
Transformers (Skybound): Issues #1-#21
This comic takes the G1 foundation and makes the war more brutal. The focus on the lesser utilized characters like Cliffjumper or Beachcomber is appreciated, and I actually give a slag about the human characters for the first time since Animated.
This comic takes the G1 foundation and makes the war more brutal. The focus on the lesser utilized characters like Cliffjumper or Beachcomber is appreciated, and I actually give a slag about the human characters for the first time since Animated.
January 1, 2026 at 5:42 AM
I was worried that this series was going to overdo it with the G1 Member Berries, but starting with issue 25, we're getting more post-G1 characters.
The "What If?" scenario for the original MSG where Zeon won the war had potential, but we don't really see how worse off the world is.
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
Machu was a likable, realistically flawed protagonist who develops past her "bored, spoiled rich kid" personality. Unfortunately, this series is held back by its 12 episode length. The Clan Battle plot just abruptly ends in favor of a rushed multiverse plot.
Machu was a likable, realistically flawed protagonist who develops past her "bored, spoiled rich kid" personality. Unfortunately, this series is held back by its 12 episode length. The Clan Battle plot just abruptly ends in favor of a rushed multiverse plot.
January 1, 2026 at 5:38 AM
The "What If?" scenario for the original MSG where Zeon won the war had potential, but we don't really see how worse off the world is.
Maybe I'm just not a TTRPG person, since I got bored of Persona 5 Tactica, and I love P5.
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy
I wanted to like this game, but it just wasn't grabbing me. The premise felt too samey for Danganronpa. The characters were either really one-note or really annoying. The gameplay is fun... when the story takes a break to let you fucking play it.
I wanted to like this game, but it just wasn't grabbing me. The premise felt too samey for Danganronpa. The characters were either really one-note or really annoying. The gameplay is fun... when the story takes a break to let you fucking play it.
January 1, 2026 at 5:34 AM
Maybe I'm just not a TTRPG person, since I got bored of Persona 5 Tactica, and I love P5.
One thing this movie had over the original was that it had a better villain. The MCP had aura, sure, but he was a typical Rogue AI. CLU not only had a personal connection with the heroes, but it was more interesting how he was still doing a twisted version of his initial programming.
TRON: Legacy
The story suffers from serious Force Awakens Syndrome. The character whose name is in the title being reprogrammed as evil is an afterthought for most of the story and his redemption is rushed. Kingdom Hearts honestly told this movie's story better. The soundtrack was good, though.
The story suffers from serious Force Awakens Syndrome. The character whose name is in the title being reprogrammed as evil is an afterthought for most of the story and his redemption is rushed. Kingdom Hearts honestly told this movie's story better. The soundtrack was good, though.
January 1, 2026 at 5:33 AM
One thing this movie had over the original was that it had a better villain. The MCP had aura, sure, but he was a typical Rogue AI. CLU not only had a personal connection with the heroes, but it was more interesting how he was still doing a twisted version of his initial programming.
The sad part was that this was the only good Rebuild movie.
Evangelion 2.22: You Can (Not) Advance
This one is a bit more loose an adaptation while still keeping key moments from episodes 8-19. Seeing Rei get some development was nice. While I don't hate Mari (so far), she feels out of place, and the climax was a bit too Gurren Lagann-y.
This one is a bit more loose an adaptation while still keeping key moments from episodes 8-19. Seeing Rei get some development was nice. While I don't hate Mari (so far), she feels out of place, and the climax was a bit too Gurren Lagann-y.
January 1, 2026 at 5:28 AM
The sad part was that this was the only good Rebuild movie.
I don't get why the Netflix dub got so much scorn. At least Casey Mongillo didn't make Shinji sound like a nerdy dad.
Neon Genesis Evangelion
What if being a mech pilot sucked? Most of my exposure to the franchise came from the manga, since my school's library had it. Honestly, there were things I felt the manga did better, particularly with Touji, Kaji, and Kaworu, but it earned its place in anime history.
What if being a mech pilot sucked? Most of my exposure to the franchise came from the manga, since my school's library had it. Honestly, there were things I felt the manga did better, particularly with Touji, Kaji, and Kaworu, but it earned its place in anime history.
January 1, 2026 at 5:27 AM
I don't get why the Netflix dub got so much scorn. At least Casey Mongillo didn't make Shinji sound like a nerdy dad.
For the three people who care, I did start on the Illuminati Arc, but got distracted and had to cut my Crunchyroll account. Just one more pregnancy and my fucking car is paid off.
Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga
This is the point where BE went from an okay manga to an amazing one. Rin and Bon go through a lot of character development, and the rest of the Exwires get a moment to shine after season 1 did them uncleanably dirty. Bon's dad is also Second Best Dad behind Shiro.
This is the point where BE went from an okay manga to an amazing one. Rin and Bon go through a lot of character development, and the rest of the Exwires get a moment to shine after season 1 did them uncleanably dirty. Bon's dad is also Second Best Dad behind Shiro.
January 1, 2026 at 5:25 AM
For the three people who care, I did start on the Illuminati Arc, but got distracted and had to cut my Crunchyroll account. Just one more pregnancy and my fucking car is paid off.
If the show didn't waste the majority of the budget on celebrity voice actors, the animation wouldn't have dipped as badly. Now I'm convinced Grey Griffin and Kevin Michael Richardson only have major roles because they couldn't get Chloe Moretz and Terry Crews.
Invincible (Season 3)
Honestly, while this season was fine, it felt more episodic than the first two seasons. The Invincible War should have been more than one episode, and Conquest just kind shows up out of nowhere like a Persona final boss.
Honestly, while this season was fine, it felt more episodic than the first two seasons. The Invincible War should have been more than one episode, and Conquest just kind shows up out of nowhere like a Persona final boss.
January 1, 2026 at 5:23 AM
If the show didn't waste the majority of the budget on celebrity voice actors, the animation wouldn't have dipped as badly. Now I'm convinced Grey Griffin and Kevin Michael Richardson only have major roles because they couldn't get Chloe Moretz and Terry Crews.
Before getting started on the new year, I should probably give some additional thoughts on the media I covered last year.
I saw @therealdoneast.bsky.social and @sonicblueranger.bsky.social doing it, so here's my own 2025 Media Thread.
January 1, 2026 at 5:19 AM
Before getting started on the new year, I should probably give some additional thoughts on the media I covered last year.
Post a random picture or 2026 will turn out like 2025.
January 1, 2026 at 5:11 AM
Post a random picture or 2026 will turn out like 2025.
Somebody has to clean the confetti in Times Square.
January 1, 2026 at 5:07 AM
Somebody has to clean the confetti in Times Square.
2025 really ate pants, and with that stupid orange thumb in the White House, it's not going to get any better.
January 1, 2026 at 5:06 AM
2025 really ate pants, and with that stupid orange thumb in the White House, it's not going to get any better.
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Stranger Things (season 5)
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
January 1, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Stranger Things (season 5)
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
Honestly, the episodes didn't need to be movie length. Hell, this story probably could have been a movie. Ignoring the bad pacing, I was actually pretty satisfied with the finale, though I wish they didn't pull a Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth with the big spoiler.
I'll take it! Even better, since it's a comic, I can pretend Sari isn't voiced by Tara Strong.
December 31, 2025 at 2:42 PM
I'll take it! Even better, since it's a comic, I can pretend Sari isn't voiced by Tara Strong.