Angela Drake-Contributor

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February, 2025
A life-long passion for all things animated
Anime, Video Games, One Piece
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About Angela Drake

Angela has been a rabid anime fan since she first experienced the dark fantasy, Vampire Hunter D. From there, she went on to watch such acclaimed titles as Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball, and Pokemon. Since then, she has expanded her animation horizons, enjoying every genre from slice-of-life to horror. Angela participates in all forms of fandom, whether it be hand-made cosplay, con-hopping, or creating fan works. Her writing days began humbly, with simple fanfiction, slowly expanding into opinion pieces and deep-dives. When she's not writing for The Best War Games, she edits translations of Japanese light novels.

Nothing brings Angela more joy than info-dumping about her latest anime fixation. Feel free to drop her a line on Discord if you want to yap about video games or animation. Just don't bring up One Piece unless you have time to spare.

Favorite Anime

Short: FLCL
Long: One Piece
Rewatch/Comfort: Cowboy Bebop

Favorite Games

Legend of Mana 
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Resident Evil 2
Final Fantasy XIV

Proudest Gaming Achievement

The Akh Afah Amphitheatre (Extreme)

Never again.

Latest

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Fire Force: Everything We Know About the Evangelist So Far, Explained

The third season of Fire Force has Shinra moving closer to his inevitable clash with the Evangelist, but what do we know about this mysterious being?

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Fire Force Would Be Better Without Tamaki, and These Are the Reasons Why

Fire Force is an anime that subverts expectations, but Tamaki Kotatsu proves that some characters could stand to stay out of the spotlight.

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Let’s Face It, Fire Force’s Fan Service Might Be Holding It Back

Let's face it: Fire Force has a reputation for gratuitous fan service, and it's not doing it any favors.

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Fire Force is Finally Starting to Heat Up

Season 3 of Fire Force has been setting things up for a major clash. With tensions continuing to rise, things finally start to pick up.

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Fire Force: The True Origins of the Holy Sol Temple, Explained

With religion playing such a prominent role in the plot of Fire Force, the Holy Sol Temple's true origins are worth delving into.

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Fire Force: Everything You Need to Know About Maki Oze

Maki Oze is one of the most powerful women in Fire Force, but there's more to this second-generation pyrokinetic than just raw strength.

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One Piece School and Other Spinoffs You Might Not Have Heard About, but Should Definitely Check Out

It's no surprise that a series like One Piece has inspired more than a few spin-offs, but are they worth looking into?

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Oda is One Piece's Biggest Fan, and It's Negatively Affecting His Health

Eiichiro Oda is well-known for his undying devotion to One Piece. Unfortunately, his name is also associated with overwork.

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Topping the Charts: What Led Anime to Becoming Mainstream Media?

In the past few years, anime has gone from being a dorky hobby to a trending topic; what happened to make anime so popular in the West?

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One Piece: How To Skip the Early Episodes and Still Know What's Going On

The biggest obstacle deterring many potential One Piece fans is the staggering episode count, but what if it was possible to skip ahead?

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Fire Force Season 3, Episode 2: A Race Against the Clock and an Unexpected Ally

After last week's exciting premiere, season three of Fire Force is moving along at a brisk pace. The stage is now set for a heated battle.

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Solo Leveling: Why Are People Losing Their Minds Over Jinwoo's Butt?

Solo Leveling fans have been gossiping about Jinwoo's exposed backside, and it has them in a tizzy. Why exactly was his posterior on display?

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Starting One Piece: Is Recut the Way to Go?

It's no secret that One Piece has a lot of episodes, but is watching a recut like One Pace the best way to get through them?

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One Piece: Why Do People Hate Nami?

One Piece hosts a colorful cast of lovable characters, but one of the original crew members, Nami, has many fans divided.

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One Piece: What Are the Strawhat's Star Signs?

The main cast of One Piece is filled with interesting characters, but have you ever wondered what their star signs are?

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Fire Force Season 3, Episode 1 Review: Shifting Powers and a Great Betrayal

Fire Force is finally back, and the heat is on. After an agonizing four-year wait, fans finally get to revisit the story of Shinra and Company 8.

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Apothecary Diaries: Does it Pass The Bechdel Test?

With a vibrant cast and unique take on an often romanticized period of history, fans may be wondering: does Apothecary Diaries pass the Bechdel test?

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Why the Weakest Character in Dragon Ball is still Relevant

How is it that one of the remaining original cast-members is one of the physically weakest characters?

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One Piece: Are Any of the Straw Hats Replaceable?

The Straw Hat Pirates are at the core of what makes One Piece great, but can any of them be replaced?

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Will Solo Leveling Be Overshadowed By One Piece's Highly Anticipated Return?

Solo Leveling has been celebrating it's spot at number one, but will the return of One Piece knock Jinwoo from his throne?

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