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 We are once again back on our Fatal Frame bullshit. But this time we are brought into the world of Fatal Frame III: The Tormented. I would put this title on par with Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly in terms of combat. However, I think that Fatal Frame III succeeds the most with the main character's arc. Rei Kurosawa is easily my favorite of the protagonists thus far. It's the little details that set her apart from the likes of Miku or Mio. One of those reasons for me is that Rei does not feel like she could be replaced by another character. The game is about her for the most part and not about chasing a sibling into a ghost house or town like a darker Luigi's Mansion. Rei is the Tormented. The game opens with Rei Kurosawa involved in a car accident that killed her fiancé, Yuu Asou. This event is the main catalyst for the game as Rei tries to figure out how to live without Yuu. The story to me was just as engaging as the previous titles. But seeing a character deal with t

 Before I get into my thoughts on Akane-banashi from Yuuki Suenaga (Story) and Takamasa Moue (Art). I would like to note that this is my first experience with Rakugo. I haven't seen or heard of it prior to reading through the current amount of chapters from this story. So don't expect an analysis into the medium itself. I know just as much as any newcomer. With that out of the way, I am going to delve into some light spoilers in order to give a proper take on Akane-banashi.  My knowledge on Akane-banashi prior to reading it, was through testimonies from people that have read the manga and random internet comments recommending it. I assumed that I was in for a treat without realizing that those recommending it weren't going hard enough. Akane-banashi is the real deal. The characters and scene depiction are so well done that it makes me interested in Rakugo itself. As far as the current titles in Shonen Jump go, Akane-banashi sits near the top of the list for me. I think that