Demaris Oxman-Editor

Staff Writer

Editor

December, 2020
BA in Linguistics
Science Fiction, Hades, The Elder Scrolls
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About Demaris Oxman

Demaris is a reader, writer, and gamer from Juneau, Alaska. She has been writing about games, movies, and other pop culture phenomena since 2015. Demaris has a particular fondness for fantasy and science fiction, and loves examining the details in impossible worlds like those of Doctor Who, Star Trek, The Elder Scrolls, and more.

Favorite Games

I love complex worldbuilding and engaging narratives. Professor Layton and Pokemon were the first games I fell in love with as a kid. Skyrim was my first open-world game, and introduced me to a whole new way to get lost in a story. Lately, Baldur's Gate 3 and Hades are at the top of my favorites list.

Favorite TV Shows

As a sci-fi lover, two of my all-time favorites are Fringe and Firefly. I've always loved Star Trek and have a soft spot in my heart for the Voyager series and its underrated characters. Fantasy, though, is my favorite genre, so I'll sit and wait patiently until the Belgariad book series is adapted for TV.

Industry Focus

Features and editorials on movies and TV shows, specifically science fiction, that offer insight into the complex aspects of these stories and the worlds that they create. I love exploring the running themes in my favorite media, and examining fictional technologies that other fans may want to learn more about.

Latest

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Pokemon: The 5 Best Secondary Typings For Ghost-Types

Ghost-type Pokemon are unique and can be useful in battle, especially when combined with the following elemental types.

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Stardew Valley: Everything You Need To Know About The Sewers

The sewers might not be the most appealing location in adorable Stardew Valley, but they hide a few useful items and amenities.

left: Feather Fall spell; right: character stirring cauldron
Dungeons & Dragons: All Conditions, Explained

As they venture through the Forgotten Realms, a variety of debilitating conditions can befall D&D characters. Here's what they all mean.

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Pokemon: The Best Ground-Type Move Of Each Generation, Ranked

Ground-type Pokemon have a lot of offensive advantages. Here's the best move each generation offered this type.

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Stardew Valley: What Does The Player's "Favorite Thing" Do?

New Stardew Valley players may find themselves perplexed by the "Favorite Thing" option in the character creator. Here's what it does.

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Stardew Valley: How To Get Pineapple Seeds

Pineapples can be a profitable fruit in Stardew Valley, but their seeds are hard to find. Here's how to get them.

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Pokemon: The Best Secondary Typings For Grass-Types

Grass Pokemon are considered among the worst Pokemon types, but these secondary typings help make them stronger.

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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: Best Held Items For Empoleon

Sinnoh's Water/Steel starter Empoleon is a force of nature in battle, and these items amplify its strengths.

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13 Shiny Pokemon That Look Worse Than Their Normal Versions

Shiny Pokemon are some of the most sought-after creatures in all of the games but sometimes the shiny forms end up looking worse overall.

Stardew Valley Gifts
Stardew Valley: 15 Best Gifts And Where To Find Them

Coming by gifts for friendships and more in Stardew Valley isn't always easy. From gems to flowers, here are the best gifts and where to find them.

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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: Best Held Items For Infernape

Infernape is considered by some to be the best Sinnoh starter Pokemon, but what are the best held items for it in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl?

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Stardew Valley: All Weapon Types, Explained

There are a few different options for weapons in Stardew Valley, and each have their own unique qualities.

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Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc — How To Trigger Every Secret Event

There are only a couple secret events in the first Danganronpa game, but for completionist players, here's how to find them.

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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: Best Held Items For Torterra

Torterra can be a powerful Pokemon in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, but these held items can make it even more of a beast in battle.

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Stardew Valley: All Rarecrows & How To Get Them

Rarecrows are functional, yet add decorative flair to Stardew Valley farms. Here's how to gather them all — and get a reward for it.

Rapidash, Roselia, and Luxray with stickers
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: Where To Find All Stickers

Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl players can decorate their Pokeballs with stickers, but just where can you find these accessories?

Black dragon, storm wizard, mind flayer
Dungeons & Dragons: Every Damage Type, Explained

With several different damage types in Dungeons & Dragons, it can be hard for new players to keep them straight — so here's a guide.

Weeping angel (left); The Flood (right)
Doctor Who: 10 Scariest Monsters Of The Modern Series

Doctor Who is science fiction at its finest, but with these creatures, the show walks the line between sci-fi and horror.

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Hades: How To Collect Bounties

Collecting bounties is an important job in Hades. Here's how Zagreus can stock up on titan's blood, diamonds, and ambrosia.

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Skyrim: 13 Best Non-Daedric Items With Unique Enchantments

Daedric items are not the only things worth owning in Bethesda's The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. What are some non-Daedric items with great enchantments?