Fandom
"Letting go" of a series after finishing it
Conjecture | November 18th, 2008
It's happened to you, hasn't it? You watch a series, fall in love with that series, and before you know it, the credits roll on the last episode. Something about the anime has grabbed a hold of you and won't let go. You want more of something there is no more of. What then do you do? read more
Shugo Chara
A comprehensive look at Amu's wardrobe from season 1
Fashion | November 17th, 2008
It's a bit unfortunate that so many anime typically stick with a single outfit for each cast member. Animators are artistically inclined by trade and as such can churn out some great -- and at worst, "creative" -- fashion design. The crew at Satelight more than did their job with Shugo Chara, a series loaded with unique outfits. read more
Slice of Life
How to introduce the characters in episode 01
Conjecture | November 6th, 2008
Slice of life is a genre built upon the quality of its characters. With the focus on showing the viewer the intimate portions of the daily life of a group of characters, you would think that proper cast introductions would be at the forefront of the first episode "things to do" list. That's not always the case, as many series seem to want to throw you directly into the mix without any sort of "who's who". read more
Fall 2008
Top ten endings of the new season
Music | November 1st, 2008
Tucked into the anime schedule on the left of every page on Low on Hit Points are links to each and every ending of the current season. By categorically linking to them all, this best of list is taken from every ending currently in rotation, not just the shows I happen to be watching. read more