We went to Dotonbori and Kabukicho last time I went to Japan, and we were surprised at how close it was, Especially kabukicho
The fun thing about Yakuza to me, is that the map kind of becomes its own character. I love going around Kamurocho and doing various side missions. I'd say that since the map is also very small, it allows for that kind of intimate "get to know the map and watch it grow with each game"-vibe.
Nobody is probably going to care, but I just had a realization.
I am the kind of person who has always appreciated a good laugh, so I used to frequent old meme sites. Some years ago, I would've been wondering why this comic implies these women are transfem when the ✨✨L O R E✨✨ doesn't say any of this.
Due to the aforementioned meme sites, I might have also been a little annoyed at this as well, because on those meme sites, that seemed to be the prevalent take.
It's been a while, but I remember gamergate being a turning point for me. I started realizing that... Huh... These people actually fucking suck, and I got out of those areas.
I came across this comic while checking out /c/all, and.. well... That's when the realization hit.
First thought: "I don't remember any of these women being trans in the ✨✨L O R E✨✨, but who cares? I learned about gels being a thing, and the Bowsette point is actually pretty funny. Wow, it really doesn't matter (nor ever should have mattered) how these characters are represented in fan comics."
...
Second thought: "Man, I'm so happy you guys get to share stuff like this. Y'all are brave and I'm really glad you're getting the possibility of being yourselves! It's something a lot of people take for granted!"
You guys rule. Don't let anyone stop you from enjoying yourselves and just... existing as yourselves.
It's been at least 10 years since I reached the point where I admire your bravery instead of thinking it was... I don't even know?? Attention seeking?? It was a completely irrational narrative being pushed on those sites, but once I got out, started thinking a bit for myself, I saw how destructive that was.
Seeing this comic just gave such a stark reminder of the difference a decade can do on a person, so... Thank you for letting me compare and contrast.
A Norwegian newspaper got to see his letter of denial and it didn't list drug use at all. Rather they said he tried to enter the country to get a job illegally.
At this point, CBP's story keeps changing, and I don't trust anything they say.
https://www.vg.no/nyheter/i/OoKoRA/mads-mikkelsen-21-ble-nektet-innreise-til-usa
Me when playing Balatro
Stuff like this really dilutes the "literal nazi" thing. I think it's hard to unify when whom to unify against is a bit difficult to define
I'd like to read this in a positive light, if not just for my own sanity.
I choose to believe they probably had a hunch because of the flag and wanted to reassure the non-cis person that quote unquote "passing" is getting easier and easier. Kind of a silent endorsement that you should be who you are because you can't tell anymore and that's a good thing.
Please let me believe
Today is the day. You like it, wear it!
You are welcome, no matter your sexuality. You'll still fit in :)
Regards from a Factory Settings-person
Hi, new here to this instance. Also first post on Lemmy, I guess? Sorry if this is the wrong place. There was no "games"-community here, and I wanted to share with the local instance.
Anyway, wanted to recommend some games I've played recently that are somewhat "furry" in their themes.
Principal Skinner is lovable and charming though...