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The 10 Most Memorable Studio Ghibli Characters Of All Time
The names of the most memorable Studio Ghibli characters are familiar to fans both old and new, showing their staying power in popular culture. The Studio Ghibli theme park in Japan is now officially open (via Japan Today), featuring wondrous exhibits that put some of the studio's most memorable characters front and center. In doing so, Ghibli's characters take on a new importance as a physical representation of the company, which will hopefully delight visitors for many years to come.
The IQs Of The Main Characters
Since the majority of the characters on The Big Bang Theory spend the show's 12 season-run bragging about how smart they are, fans want to know how they really stack up. Are they the true 'geniuses' that they claim to be, and is Penny as 'dumb' as she is assumed, or are there some discrepancies between perception and reality? It is important to note that only two of the characters' IQs are ever explicitly stated, so the rest of these numbers are approximations based on achievements and behavior.
Big Bang Theory: The IQs Of The Main Characters Original
Since the majority of the characters on The Big Bang Theory spend the show's 12 season run bragging about how smart they are, fans want to know how they really stack up. Are they the true 'geniuses' that they claim to be, and is Penny as 'dumb' as she is assumed, or are there some discrepancies between perception and reality?
BioShock: The 15 Most Memorable Quotes
In the simplest terms, the games held within the BioShock series are some of the most well-made games ever produced. Not only do they contain stunning visuals and present a challenge even to the most seasoned gamers while remaining beginner-friendly, but they also contain some of the most fascinating characters in the video gaming world. The story is utterly captivating and its themes are both subtle and apparent in a way that holds onto the viewer and does not let go.
Fire Emblem: 10 Main Characters Sorted Into Hogwarts Houses
The Fire Emblem series is filled with a large and varied cast filled with diverse characters with truly unique personalities. No two are alike and that makes the series a fantastic place to look when one is wanting to figure out exactly what makes a person belong in each of the four houses that make up Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Today we will be sorting the main characters of several different games from the Fire Emblem series into their proper Hogwarts houses.
Harry Potter: 10 Tarot Cards That Represent Hufflepuffs
There is a bit of a debate around the validity of Tarot Cards and other forms of Divination. Some people, like Lavender Brown and her friends from the Harry Potter series, believe in the power of the cards, full stop, and do not question their power. While others, like the stubborn and tempestuous Hermione Granger, cannot find any reason as to why they would work.
Harry Potter: 10 Tarot Cards That Represent Gryffindors
Tarot readings are one of the best ways to sort through a chaotic mind. They can help one figure out the core of the troubles they are facing and inspire them to create a plan on how to move forward. Some believe that these cards contain special magick and that they tap into other realms to provide the querent with an answer to their most troubling questions.
10 Harry Potter Characters Who Represent Gemini Traits
There are certain traits that are commonly associated with each sign of the Zodiac that many people, who fall under said sign, see in themselves. And though one does need to consider their moon sign and their rising sign in order to get the most accurate picture of themselves (which can be done by discovering ones birth chart,) the typical Zodiac/horoscope sign related to one's birth can also give a good image of who a person is.
10 Relatable Moments From Taylor Swift: Miss Americana
Taylor Swift's new documentary has provided an intimate, humourous, emotional, and vulnerable look into her life over the past few decades. Taylor Swift's new documentary has provided an intimate, humorous, emotional, and vulnerable look into her life over the past few decades- focusing primarily on the past few years. But what fans did not expect was for the personal life of one of the biggest pop-stars on the planet to be so relatable.
10 Mythical And Historical Figures That Appeared in The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina- Part 3
While trying to balance the demands of the mortal world and the world below us, she encounters several figures from classic literature and history. Warning: Spoilers for the most recent season of the Netflix show The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina will be found in this article. It contains surprise characters, spoils twists, and reveals big plot points. If you have not watched the season in its entirety, know that several plot points will be spoiled below.
Mulan VS Elsa: Who is Disney's Strongest Princess?
There are many ways to measure strength. Emotional strength, a strong sense of self, standing up for oneself, physical strength, and mental strength. There are many ways to measure strength. Emotional strength, having a strong sense of self, standing up for one's belief, physical strength, and even mental strength. Each and every Disney princess shows a certain degree of strength in their own unique and wonderful way.
10 Things That Were Cut From The Princess Bride Movie (That Were In The Book)
Like most deeply beloved and iconic films, the universally beloved movie The Princess Bride was based on a book of the same name. It is important to note that feelings towards the book have divided the fandom. Some love the satirical, dry, and dark humour and themes that run through the book while others find that the tone of the source material clouds up the happily ever after that they found so captivating in the film version of the story.
Pretty Little Liars: D&D Classes Of The Main Characters
Though casual of tabletop gaming are more than aware of the alignment system in Dungeons & Dragons, one also neds to consider the role of their class.
10 Things We Wish We Knew Before Getting A Tattoo
Getting one's first tattoo is a big commitment. It's not something that people tend to consider lightly and is often a process that can make newbies rather nervous. What if it does turn out how they pictured it? What if it doesn't heal well? What if it really hurts? First, breathe. Second, know that it is okay to have questions or fears about the process of getting one's first tattoo. Researching the process is a great first step.
How to Wash a Hat: 10 Different Ways (For Different Hats)
Hats are one of the best and simplest, yet classiest, accessories that a person can wear. They can complete an outfit, hide a bad hair day, keep you protected from both hot and cold temperatures, and add a bit of individuality to a rather simple outfit without being too bulky or taking away from the outfit itself. But some hats are harder to clean than others. Some cannot simply be tossed into the washing machine and hung out to dry.
Dungeons & Dragons: The 10 Best Weapons For Bard (& Where They're Usually Found)
Though Bards are not known for being a fighting class and are often advised to stay out of the thick of battles, that does not mean that they should explore the world empty-handed and unprotected. Bards need a few weapons on hand to defend themselves if an incident should occur and to help our their party in the midst of a fight as well. Today we will be looking at some of the weapons best suited to those belonging to the bard class and the places in which players are most likely to find them.
10 Changes Niantic Should Introduce To Hogwarts Mystery To Keep People Playing
When Hogwarts Mystery was first announced, fans were overjoyed at the chance to finally become a student at Hogwarts and explore the world for themselves. Upon release, the game was met with a mixed reception as some fans were overjoyed by the experience while others felt that the game left a lot to be desired. Now, nearly 2 years after its initial release the game is filled with new features, characters, and much more content that was not available upon its original release.
Twilight: Everything You Missed If You Never Watched The Extended Edition
This new version of the film are sure to become a favourite to those who hold the original film near and dear to their hearts. When making a film, directors need to know when enough is enough and where to draw the line. Including too many unnecessary filler scenes can truly affect the pacing of a film and leave audiences bored and wishing that more had been left on the cutting room floor.
Dungeons & Dragons: 5 Things Every Bard Should Do During A Session (& 5 Things to Avoid)
Though some players will naturally gravitate towards the larger and more destructive classes available in the game, many players prefer some of the more elusive classes. The charisma driven, overconfident, and bedroom bound bard is a favourite in many circles. And though every party needs a tank that can take and deal out damage with true power, every party also needs someone who can help them out in non-battle based interactions and woo those who have tightly held secrets that need to be spilled.
Friends: Phoebe’s 10 Most Cringeworthy Moments
The best thing about the beloved 90's sitcom Friends is the fact that the main characters are so unique in personality that viewers can find themselves, and their real life friends, in any one of the six characters. Our personal favourite is the unique, quirky, and mysterious Phoebe. Though very little is known about her past (and what we do know is truly tragic,) Phoebe manages to consistently be one of the kindest, positive, and loyal friends of the bunch.
D&D: Moral Alignments of The Pets of Harry Potter
The wizards of the Harry Potter series were sorted into the Hogwarts house that best matches their personality, but their pets were not. According to every pet owner in both the fictional and the real world, pets are people too. They have their own personalities, mannerisms, and moral code. These animals are as unique as the pattern of their coat and deserve to have those unique qualities appreciated and explored.
Doctor Who: 5 Reasons The Classic Series is The Best (& 5 Why It’s The Reboot)
When a classic piece of media is rebooted, fans will always find themselves divided on whether the original or the reboot was the better one. When a classic piece of media is rebooted, fans will always find themselves divided on whether the original or the reboot was the better one. Many fans are loyal to the original and swear off the reboot entirely. Some fans connect better with the reboot. And some people are simply happy for more content and enjoy both versions for different reasons.
Harry Potter: 10 Times The Golden Trio Were Actually Really Annoying
As much as we love the three main heroes from the Harry Potter series, even the biggest fans of the wizarding world have to admit that the golden trio were not perfect. Sometimes they were wrong. Sometimes they hurt other people. And sometimes, they were kind of annoying. That isn't a bad thing. One thing that we truly loved about the books is the fact that even the positive and heroic characters had their fair share of negative traits.
Riverdale: D&D Alignments of The Main Characters
Morality seems to be truly relative in a town as ravaged by chaos as Riverdale. But there is still a clear line between good and evil. Morality seems to be truly relative in a town as ravaged by evil and dominated by chaos as Riverdale.
Friends: Ross’s 10 Most Cringeworthy Moments
The beloved sitcom Friends is a show about a group of adults navigating their twenties, learning how to overcome their childhood insecurities, and figuring out who and what they want to be in this world. And though we all make mistakes on the bumpy road to adulthood, some mistakes are the result of selfish and outlandish behaviour rather than simple missteps. When the show begins, Ross's world is crashing around him, and we truly feel for him.
10 Storylines From The Twilight Books That Should Be Made Into Their Own Movies
Both critics and fans of the Twilight Saga will know that the series focuses on the sometimes questionable romance between Bella and Edward. Some people think that these two are star crossed lovers who deserve a happily ever after, while others believe that this relationship is nothing but one red flag after another.
10 All-Around Most Wholesome Movies Of The Decade
These films avoid getting too dark, serious, or bleak and, instead, focus on all of the wonderful things that make being alive so magical. Let's be honest, the world is a very intense place and cinema often reflects that. There are simply so many films that deal with dramatic, often graphic, and deeply saddening content. And while those artistic and moving films can be wonderful, in small doses, sometimes film fans just want a little piece of happy escapism.
10 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do In Until Dawn
The thing that fans truly love about Until Dawn is the fact that every single choice that the player makes shapes the entire game. Many choice-based games feel limiting and as if the choices that one makes still brings them to the same conclusion in the end. But Until Dawn is a game that is constantly adapting to player choice and this level of adaptability has resulted in an expansive game that can be enjoyed in a unique way numerous times.
10 Matching Baby Names For Big Families
When having multiple children, there are many things one has to consider. But some may neglect to consider the names that they are planning to give each child. Though it is not necessary, many mothers prefer their baby names to be sonically cohesive and match. Though it is important that the names are not too similar, as that could cause confusion.
10 Things We Need From A Hocus Pocus Sequel
Sometimes you can't beat a classic, and sometimes a fresh new take on a beloved film brings new light and love to the original film and can turn it into a wonderful franchise. When Disney first announced plans to return to the world of Hocus Pocus, the internet was a bit divided, but over all excited.
The 5 Best & Worst Things To Happen To The Sims Franchise In The Last Decade
The Sims franchise has seen a lot of major changes in the past decade and while some of those changes were loved by fans, other changes were questioned at best and outright protested at worst. Though there were a lot of temporary changes (like the removal of the toddler age stage,) this article will focus on the permanent changes that the game has seen with its recent releases.
10 Reasons Why Some Moms Choose Not To Breastfeed
Before we delve into the reasons that a woman might have to choose to feed her baby formula rather than breastfeeding, we want to start off by stating that we believe that simply fed is best and that no one should tell a mother that what she is doing to care for her child is not good enough simply because they decided to do something different. So long as the child is fed and healthy, whatever works best for the mother is best for both her and her baby.
Until Dawn: 10 Questions We Still Need Answers To
Until Dawn is a choice-based horror game which follows one harrowing night atop a mountain which is simply crawling with hormonal teens and supernatural creatures. In a classic slasher fashion, the gang is separated, hunted down, and has one objective: survive until dawn. Though Until Dawn is one of the greatest games in the modern era, we still have a few questions about its content. Nothing too intense or plot-ruining.
Dungeons & Dragons: 10 Things Players Do That Annoy Every DM
Though some may picture their own Dungeons & Dragons troupe as being made up with powerful fantasy characters that are prepared to team up with each other, roam the countryside, and search for people to save and monsters to destroy, many Dungeon Masters have a very different impression of their group.
Gender Neutral Baby Names Based On Nicknames
A nickname can be a wonderful way to give a child a longer name that could be of significance to either parent but might be a bit much in everyday situations. However, some parents prefer to keep things short and sweet and find themselves falling in love with the shortened version of the name in the first place. Though the gender of one's baby can play a role in choosing the perfect name, some parents want to find a name that will suit the baby regardless of sex.
What’s Your Parenting Style, Based On Your Favorite Sitcom
Though it might surprise you to hear as we often write off television and media entirely, the shows that a person likes/is drawn towards truly says a lot about who they are as a person. The type of humour, as well as the characters that they relate to, can show which traits and beliefs they tend to value. One could also get a good insight into the type of parent that a person might by looking at the sitcoms and examples of ficitional parenthood that they tend to relate to and admire.
10 Exciting Movies to Take Your Kids to in 2020
Going to the movies can be a wonderful and cost-friendly activity for the entire family as many children get in for free and this adventure includes both meal and activity. But it can be tricky to figure out exactly which film to take one's kids too. You're going to want something that is going to be appropriate for your youngest family members, but you're going to want to keep yourself entertained as well.
The Land Before Time & 9 Other Classics Your Toddler Should Watch
One of the best parts about having children is being able to show them all of the movies that you yourself loved watching as a child and that you grew up with. Sharing these joyous moments with the next generation is just one of the many reasons why home-video is one of the best modern inventions. But which movies should you show them first? The most important element of a children's film is the lesson that said film (and its characters) teaches those who consume it.
Final Fantasy 12: 5 Of The Best Areas (& 5 That Are Just Terrible)
The brilliant thing about the games of the Final Fantasy series, besides the well-rounded characters and the captivating plots is the fantastic landscapes. However, it is important to note that not all of the playable areas are as stunning and entertaining as we hoped that they would be. Today we will be exploring some of the best and the worst areas in Final Fantasy 12.
10 Pokémon With An Extremely Low Flee Rate
More commonly discovered and easily found Pokémon tend to have rather high flee rates. This means that these more common Pokémon are more likely to take off in the middle of a player's attempts to catch them if things do not go according to plan. This combined with their abundant nature makes these Pokémon rather annoying to deal with. But the more rare Pokémon are a different story entirely.
10 Pokémon With The Highest Flee Rate
Some Pokémon are rare creatures that take a lot of effort and time to locate. Once these elusive creatures are finally found, they tend to be rather easy to catch in order to reward players for being lucky enough to have caught one in the wild. However, the more common Pokémon can be an entirely different story. The more common Pokémon tend to have higher flee rates.
Until Dawn: The 10 Worst Choices You Can Make In The Game
Note: This article will be absolutely riddled with *SPOILERS* for the game Until Dawn. The great thing about choice-based games is the fact that each and every single choice a player makes during their playthrough can truly impact the conclusion of the game. And with a horror-survival game like Until Dawn, these choices seem to have a lot more weight than other less-lethal games of the same category.
Planet Zoo: 10 Things Every New Player Should Do First
Planet Zoo has recently hit the market and the gaming community is truly obsessed with it. Created by the same people that made the beloved Zoo Tycoon games with which we grew up, Planet Zoo is a unique gaming experience that gives players free rein to create whatever style of zoo that they desire. The game includes countless features that allow players to create the zoo of their dreams. From unique habitats to realistic animals and demanding customers, this game has it all.
Fantastic Beasts: 10 Newt Scamander Quotes That Inspire Hufflepuffs
It would be fair to say that the Hufflepuff house received the short end of the stick until quite recently. Though Rowling often remarks that she would love to be a Hufflepuff and that she does not understand what gave our house this rather unfair reputation, it is worth noting that the first time the house is mentioned in the books, it is mocked and the house is not shown in a positive light until Cedric begs for a rematch after Harry is knocked off his broom during a Quidditch match.
Harry Potter: 10 Reasons Dudley Isn't As Bad As People Think
It comes as a surprise to no one that Harry Potter's time with the Dursley's was truly abhorrent. They treated the poor boy like dirt and seemed to revel in making him as miserable as possible. Many fans believe that Dudley was the boys biggest tormentor growing up, but in this article, we want to step back and look at Dudley's actions from a more compassionate angle. Fear not dear Potter fans of the internet, we are not excusing the actions of the young Dudley Dursley.
Brock's First 10 Pokémon, Ranked
No one will ever forget their first Pokémon. And truly dedicated fans will never forget the first Pokémon that fell into the lives of their favourite characters from the beloved animated television series. The Pokémon that started it all and sent our friends out on their quest to be the very best. Like no one ever was. In this article, we will be ranking the first ten Pokémon that the character known as Brock acquires in the show.
Dungeons & Dragons: 10 Cheats In D&D That A DM Should Never Give A Party
When one is running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign, it can be very tempting to take several shortcuts as one realizes that their party is struggling far more than one expected with even the more simple aspects of the story. You might feel as though that it could be a good idea to give your party a bit of an edge in order to help them get on with the plot/story you created for them. But do not give in to temptation.
10 Awesome Fallout 4 Cosplays That Are Straight Out Of The Wasteland
One of the best parts of being in a fandom is the material that exists outside of the canon product. While it can be truly satisfying to read the book, consume the film, or play the game itself, it can be equally as thrilling to engage in a lively debate/discussion on related forums, participate in the creation of head-cannons and fan fiction, anticipate new releases, consider theories, and cosplay as one's favorite character or item from the game.
Pokemon: 10 Most Memorable Professor Oak Quotes, Ranked
Professor Oak is one of the most beloved and well-known characters in the Pokémon universe. For those who grew up playing the Pokémon games in their youth, Professor Oak is among the longest-standing authority figures in their lives. He gave us our first Pokémon, explained the Pokedex, let us name his own grandson, and sent us on our way for the adventure of a lifetime. But he was not a silent advisor.
Mad Men: 10 Hidden Details You Never Noticed
Mad Men is one of the most decorated and well-known shows of the modern era. During its seven-season run, the show was giving high ratings and accrued a rather large and dedicated viewership. And though the engaging and dynamic characters, captivating plot lines, and addictive nature of the drama contributed to the show's success, one of the reasons why the show was so well done was the amount of effort that was put into the little details.
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