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Writing/ranting about games and anime. News writer/editor at @GameRant 🎌JP-EN Translator at @asobisystem. FFXIV. Japanese Culture Obsessed for 25 years™

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Carley Garcia’s Biography

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I've worked as a Japanese-to-English translator for over a decade, and have viewed myself as a writer since I was young. Language is something most people have, but being able to use it effectively is a lifetime pursuit.

Starting to learn Japanese as a young child, I was self-taught until attending Florida State University. After graduating with a B.A. in Japanese, I moved to Japan, and found myself on the JET program, teaching English to the most adorable Japanese children you'd ever see.

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Wanderstop Hands-On Preview

Wanderstop Hands-On Preview

There’s no pressure to complete a single action in Wanderstop. Missions don’t expire, NPCs don’t bother you t…

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The Stone of Madness Review

The Stone of Madness Review

As far as real-time tactical stealth games go, The Stone of Madness is an artistically singular entity, uniqu…

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9 Most Heartbreaking Bosses from Final Fantasy - VGKAMI

9 Most Heartbreaking Bosses from Final Fantasy - VGKAMI

Written by Carley Garcia Carley is a professional JP-EN translator and writer currently based in Philadelphia…

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Triangle Strategy Gets New Character and Story Trailer

Triangle Strategy Gets New Character and Story Trailer

Square Enix has released the first in a series of Triangle Strategy trailers, as well as more information on …

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It's a miracle that Palworld exists, according to the studio founder: 'It was the antithesis of p...

It's a miracle that Palworld exists, according to the studio founder: 'It was the antithesis of p...

Pocketpair's CEO explained just how little experience the team had before making the smash hit.

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Stardew Valley Board Game Review: Fun Yet Finicky

Stardew Valley Board Game Review: Fun Yet Finicky

In our review of the Stardew Valley board game, we found that fans have a new way to enjoy the game, but rest…

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A JoJo Stardust Crusaders Figure With Legendary Aura Is Back in Stock

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Fans of Dio from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure are in luck, as one of the most iconic figures of the antagonist is back on the market after fans demanded its return. Dio Brando acted as the main baddie in the original JoJo universe, and primarily featured in both Phantom Blood and Stardust Crusaders. The character is known for his psychopathic and sociopathic traits, and his ability to be charming when it suits his needs, quickly making him a fan favorite for decades.
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DC Officially Announces Batman Anime Starring The Joker

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By Carley Garcia Verified
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Over 30 years after Batman: The Animated Series premiered, a single episode of the beloved TV show has inspired an upcoming series focused on the Joker himself. Joker: Laugh Riot will no doubt appeal to fans of one of DC's most beloved villains, and the star-studded cast behind the scenes is sure to make this one a show not to miss. Thankfully, Batman: The Animated Series is also currently available to stream, so those wanting a dose of nostalgia before jumping into this new venture are in luck.
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Gorgeous Fan-Favorite Frieren Figure Finally Back in Stock

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One of Good Smile Company's most popular figures, inspired by the titular protagonist from Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, is back in stock, but it's not likely to stay that way for long. As Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe's manga continues to wow audiences around the world and its television adaptation quickly managed to shoot to the top of MAL's all-time best anime list, the popularity of Frieren cannot be understated, with the fantasy series going down in history as one of the greats.
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Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Carrie Bradshaw. Not because I think she was a great writer, but because she could afford unlimited Manolo Blahnik pumps on her salary.

What's your favorite social network?

None of them. I see the networking merit, but when looking at pros and cons, there's no question: social networks are wrecking relationships

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

I was in the aptly-named 'go-home-right-after-school-club.' Being a solo member meant just writing for myself on my lounger.
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