Spiraken Review Podcast

Only two episodes away from episode 500!! In this episode, Xan reviews a fun neonoir manga that has two mismatched protagonists on a thrilling mission. Is this a great neonoir story? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The seinen crime action adventure series Candy & Cigarettes by Tomonori Inoue. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the situation that brought the manga's protagonists...

In this thought filled episode, Xan reviews one of Hayao Miyazaki's earliest works. Is it as good as Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind? Well, find out as he reviews the 1983 life changing epic emonogatari (Illustrated story) Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki. ----more---- As Xan discusses the origins of this water color masterpiece, he also goes over the latest manga releases and more importantly...

In this hilariously short episode, Xan reviews a 4-koma gag manga about the most secret of organizations. What organization is he talking about? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy manga series The Evil Secret Society of Cats by Pandania. ----more---- As our intrepid host discovers he is a human agent of The Evil Secret Society of Cats, he also goes over the simple premise behind...

Only Five more Episodes Til Episode 500! In this momentous episode, Xan reviews a fetch quest story with an insanely dark premise. What's it about? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action, supernatural manga series Hell's Paradise - Jugokuraku by Yuji Kaku.   ----more---- As Xan discusses the beautiful artwork in this horrific story, he also goes the over various compelling characters...

In this episode, Xan reviews a shonen manga that features ghosts and aliens. Do the two concepts merge well together? Well, find out as he reviews the sci fi horror action series Dandadan by Yukinobu Tatsu. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the crazy aspects of this story, he also goes over the unique art style of Yukinobu Tatsu, and the latest manga releases.  Remember to Like, Share an...

In this episode, Xan reviews a sexually charged seinen manga about a germaphobe with a disturbing issue. How unique is this one shot? Well, Sit back and find out as he reviews Drip Drip by Paru Itagaki. ----more---- As our host goes over the basic premise of this manga, he also analyzes the main protagonist's issues and ponders on who this is really for. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Foll...

In this slightly cringe filled series, Xan reviews another Isekai, this time it's about a main protagonist who wants to be the edgelordy puppet master in the shadows. Is it enjoyable? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Eminence in Shadow by Daisuke Aizawa with art by Anri Sakano and character design by Touzai. ----more---- As our host goes over the Wtf logic that Cid has, he also goes o...

In this episode, Gretta returns to help Xan review an evil isekai series about a fairy who wants to get rid of all cats, chocolate and video games! How will the main character survive in this new world? Well, Sit back and find out as they review Romantic Killer by Wataru Momose. ----more---- As our intrepid hosts talk about the unique combination used for this manga's plot, Xan also discusses his...

In this episode, Xan reviews a reverse isekai with a super nerdy protagonist. How crazy is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the comedy, isekai, slice of life manga series Uncle From Another World by Hotondoshindeiru. ----more---- As our host goes over the various cringy moments of this manga, he also goes over the unique elements used in the story and some of the latest manga series....

#escapefromnewyork #moviereview #spiraken In this long awaited episode, Xan is joined by Stefan Latour, friend of the podcast and head of Otakuthon. These two get to review a classic 80s action, sci fi dystopian film that has reached cult status set in the far distant year of 1997. Does it hold up? Well sit back and find out as they review the 1981 John Carpenter Film, Escape From New York,  starr...

in this episode, Xan reviews a biographical manga about the creation of a famous giant robot franchise. Is it accurate? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the historical comedy manga the Men Who Created Gundam by Hideki Ohwada, Hajime Yatate & Yoshiyuki Tomino. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the insane specifics depicted in this manga, he also goes over the origin of this manga...

In this episode, Xan reviews another Tournament Arc Isekai. But is this one better than Exo-Drive Reincarnation? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews The Weakest Contestant of All Space & Time by Masato Hisa with art by KRSG. ----more---- As our intrepid host discusses the bizarre concept of this manga, he also compares it to other tournament style Isekai stories and talks about some newly re...

In this dark episode, Xan reviews a modern fantasy series that uses the seven deadly sins in a unique way.  What makes it different? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the dark fantasy manga series Berserk of Gluttony by Isshiki Ichika with art by Daisuke Takino. ----more---- As our host discusses his disdain of the video game trope in fantasy series, he also goes over what impressed him ab...

In this myth filled episode, Xan reviews a collection of myths and fairy tales adapted by a 90 year old manga ka. How does it look? Well, sit back and find out at he reviews the amazing 2015 adaptation of Tono Monogatari by Shigeru Mizuki. ----more---- As our host discusses the history behind this manga, he also goes over the various myths, legends and essays that are within this story.  Remember...

In this episode, Xan reviews a manga about gemology, mysteries and coffee making. So, sit back and enjoy as he reviews the shojo mystery series The Case Files of Jeweler Richard by Nanako Tsujimura with art by Mika Akatsuki. ----more---- As our host discusses the episodic nature of this story, he also goes over the new terms used in the manga and the latest manga releases. Remember to Like, Share...

In this episode of the Spiraken Con Review, Xan talks about his experience and adventures attending Otakon 2022 Otakon took place July  29th-31st 2022 at the Walter E Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C.   As he goes over the unique programming that occurred this year, he also talks about this being the largest event in years and some of his concerns on where the con can go      best co...

In this episode, Xan has the privilege to review the latest manga series by Kosuke Fujishima. Does It hold up to the legacy of Ah! Megamisama? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the sports manga series Toppu GP by Kosuke Fujishima. ----more---- As our host goes over the compelling storyline of this manga, he also goes over the intricate machine design, the many product placement icons depic...

In this episode, Xan does his best to review a Ghost Ship manga about a protagonist abused by several female succubuses. How cringy is it is? Find out as he reviews the ecchi manga Welcome To Succubus High by Knuckle Curve ----more---- Let's be honest, our host detested this manga and felt that the author should feel bad that he made this. However, Xan also discusses a bit about Otakon and some of...

In this episode, Xan reviews a comedy manga about a game obsessed shut in and her caretaker. Doesn't this sound oddly familiar? Well, sit back and find out as he review the comedy reverse isekai slice of life series Otaku Elf by Akihiko Higuchi. ----more---- As our host talks about this weirdly hilarious manga series, he also compares it to another series that we reviewed back in episode 325 of th...

In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic comedy romance between a vampire and an insomniac. How is it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Call of the Night by Kotoyama. ----more---- As our host discusses this supernatural story, he also goes over the great production quality of the manga itself and some thoughts on the story.  Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twi...

In this four hundred and eightieth episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to talk about the latest release of an Osamu Tezuka property. Does it hold up to the rest of his catalog? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the horror manga Bomba! by Osamu Tezuka. ----more---- As our host goes over the strange case of Tetsu, he also goes over the lack of star system characters in this manga,...

In this episode, Xan reviews a romance manga about an assassin in love with a bounty hunter. How crazy is it? Well, find out as he reviews the shojo mystery series Love of Kill by Fe. ----more---- As our host discusses the stalker nature of Ryang-Ha Song, he also goes over the weird name Chateau has and the unique nature of this manga. Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on...

In this rant filled episode, Xan goes over a manga that finally jumps the shark in the Isekai Genre. How Bad is it? Well, sit back and listen as he reviews the Isekai Tournament Arc Light Novel adaptation known as The Exo-Drive Reincarnation Games: All Japan Isekai Battle Tournament by Keiso with art by Zunta. ----more---- As our host picks this manga series apart, he also goes over the latest man...

In this episode, Xan reviews a Shonen Jump title that deals with the fate of the Hojo Clan during The fall of Kamakura Shogonate (1333). How exciting is it? Well find out as he reviews the historical adventure manga The Elusive Samurai by Yusei Matsui. ----more---- As Xan geeks out over the real historical events behind this manga, he also goes over the potential psychological issues of the main c...

In This episode, Xan Reviews a Shojo romance about a young girl who moves into a boarding house and meets some unique individuals. Is it generic or is it something new? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Living Room Matsunaga-San by Keiko Iwashita. ----more---- As he discusses the unique nature of this manga, he also goes over the weird dynamic between Matsunaga-san and our main protagonist....