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Anime Recommendation Files

Moribito: Guardian of the spirit

Genre: Japanese Fantasy

I like strong female leads, don't you? This anime is one of my all-time favorites.So here it is!

The main lead Balsa is a bodyguard seeking to save eight lives in order to make up for eight dead souls she feels responsible for. All the while she does so- without taking a life. The eighth, Chagum, is a possessed young prince targeted for an assassination order from his own father. Why? Because the 'spirit' that possesses Chagum is said to bring forth a terrible drought. Thus, Balsa takes on protection of Chagum carrying with her the fate of the land as she seeks for a way to save him and all of the people whose lives hang on the balance.

9/10 With elements of found family (Which I'm a sucker for.) this anime I will always recommend. Great story and characters, lovely animation.

(Also, Tara Platt voices the second queen. All I hear now is Edelgard. That's twice she plays a queen that I've seen. I'm going to start counting.)

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The Character Customization Files

The God Eater Series + Code Vein

Genre: Anime Style Hack and Slash/RPG

Customization: Yes

Romance: Haha. No. But we can dream.

I am biased. I love this series with a passion and I'm excited to see what the next entry will bring in terms of lore. Lore that was expanded upon slightly with Code Vein offering new questions. With that said here's what can be said about the games in terms of customization/gameplay.

God Eater 1/Resurrection:

Hoh boy. The game shows its age now. But it's a classic. In the facial category, it's lackluster. Giving you a set of faces to work with and few hairstyles, but for me the clothes were always something I loved. There's a good plenty to be unlocked as you play. The story is a bit rushed; I wish it was more fleshed out and drawn out. But what is there is enough, the characters are iconic and absolutely lovable. As for romance, ha-ha I wish. But we have Alisa, who seems to have a crush on the player. That's a plus. Also, background romances? Yes.

God Eater 2/Rage Burst:

This game also shows its age. It lacks polish, like really lacks it. Translation errors and dialogue not matching what was said. I may have to go back but I swear in a cutscene that was meant to be heart felt my character was nowhere to be seen. Instead, there was the generic male protag. When I played as a girl. I laughed because it was hilarious. This time around in the customization the clothes are still plentiful, more so in fact. I... like to collect them all.

The characters this time around are a bit more extra. Whether that's good or bad, depends on who plays it. Because I loved some but loathed others. Just one. But even he grew on me to some degree. Romance? Not you there's not. Implied? Maybe. If you squint.

God Eater 3:

I miss the clothing from its predecessors, the variety isn't there in this one. But the overall aesthetic and look of your protagonist is good. The model itself is good. I just don't like the hair shine, but that's a small thing.

There isn't romance, but oh boy. You play the game and tell me there isn't love. Platonic or romantic whatever is going on between your protagonist and Hugo. I love it. Found family. I live for it. While the game could do with more fleshing out of relationships and in general being longer it does have DLC that's free that expands a bit further.

Code Vein:

Hello, good looking! The character customization is off the charts in terms of options. Not clothes, which is a bummer. But hair, accessories and make up galore! The options to make an absolutely unique character are there. The characters still suffer a bit from the same issue I had with God Eater. Lack of overall interaction with the characters. I wanted more. Still, I enjoyed it very much. There's no romance. But that's fine. There are characters who's romances I enjoyed to see.

Code Vein is special since you don't have to play the God Eater series to enjoy the game. I believe it was said it was not in the same universe as the God Eater series. But that's only a half truth. It does, but it requires no knowledge of the God Eater lore to play. It exists somewhere alongside it, a side story existing in its own bubble.

With the God Eater games I like to say the story carries on from each one. Almost like a cause and effect. God Eater 3 can be played alone as it's not as tight knit as the other two but is a delight to play when you see a certain character appear again having been there from the beginning.

If you want to start with this series start the old ones first. Here's my reasons why.

First. The older games are clunkier. If you start with the more recent titles going back will psyche you out. They'll feel heavy and it's a relief when you get to the more recent titles.

Second. Lore wise. I liked getting to see the story progress throughout the series. You get to know them and get attached to them.

Third. I feel like the older ones are more likely to go on sale. Don't get them full price.

Counter point:

If you'd like. Play the newer ones first. God Eater 3 and Code Vein make good introductions on their own. They're smoother to play and you don't need to play the others unless you'd like to.

Ratings:

God Eater Series

Overall: 7/10

Would I recommend? Yes and no. Yes, because I am biased. No, if it's not to your taste.

Code Vein

Overall: 8/10

Yes, I would recommend. Like I said. This game can be played alone without the others, offers a good introduction to the world via a teaser. The customization is amazing too.

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The Character Customization Files

Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet Genre: Anime style Shooter/ Action Role-Playing Game Customization: Yes Romance: Implied

Let me start by saying this. I'm not a fan of the anime or its characters. The story of the anime is interesting to me but hindered by its *Ahem* fanservice. So, when if you'd told me before that I would like this game, I would have laughed and said dream on. But alas, I do like this game. While not for everyone this game is clunky in some parts and empty in others. Yet, I adore my character and customizing her into a badass. The protagonist isn't the only one you can customize either. No, you can also customize your 'Arfasys' an android companion. While the customization is lackluster as a whole, I still find myself spending more time there than necessary.

Romance is implied, regardless of gender you'll have some options. And one insane one suitor vital to the story. And if it suits you, you'll also find skimpy cgs. If that's your style. Not judging. I'm judging but also guilty.

While gameplay is repetitive, this whole game screams guilty pleasure. It also seems to be a knock off? Not sure. This game seems to be imitating the far more interesting Freedom Wars. While I can't be too sure as I haven't had the luxury of getting my hands on it, at least on surface level the game shares a lot in common with it. But you know. Not much in the way of fanservice.

This game should be bought on sale if it strikes your interest, not full price.

5/10: A guilty pleasure, not for everyone.

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The Character Customization Files

The Dragon Age Series

Genre: Fantasy Role-Playing Game Customization: Yes Romance: Yes

Ah, the classics from Bioware. The games have rich storytelling and lore for those who seek it. With the choices you make the friendships and romances you forge being mentioned in the next one, it's always a treat to see your beloved characters mentioned even in passing in a codex somewhere. With a fantasy setting the world is unforgettable, and while I miss the dark aura the first one had the other two are still great in their own right. While the customization is simple in the first two if you're on PC the options grow, as the games can be modded! Romance is optional, but who doesn't go for them? The characters are memorable for the most part (Sebastian) and a delight to woo. With options for those of us who are LGBT included.

Dragon Age: Origins

Basic customizations, but a beloved feature was the 'Origins' feature. Choose your race from human, elf, or dwarf. Each one comes with a set of different backstory paralogues; you see your character go through betrayals and heartbreak setting the tone for the game as a whole. While the characters show the game's age, this can be remedied by mods.

Dragon Age 2

Customization is the same as the first. Sadly, origins aren't a thing. Instead, here you have a sibling that depends on your class. Bethany, a mage. Or Carver, a warrior. I…don't like Carver, lol. Characters are still unforgettable; the romances are as well. Though not to the degree of Origins, the game is well loved and Hawke especially so.

Dragon Age Inquisition

Semi-open world, the customization is the best it's been! While not too many options regarding hair, the number of possibilities for facial construction make up for it! The game almost feels like pure joy? Like a reunion. As someone who's played the other two, the third feels like a celebration. Finally, Cullen is a romance option as he has been a constant in the series. Cassandra from the second game makes a return and is romanceable, Varric isn't but that's okay. He's a best friend and it shows when a certain someone appears.

The feeling of satisfaction from seeing your beloved creation mentioned, I often go out of my way to find them in the lore. Knowing that they're talking about you, your accomplishments, your effect on the world? Yup, that's amazing! With Dragon Age: Dreadwolf somewhere in the not-so-distant future, I wonder what the customization we'll have and what lies in store for a certain romance option in Inquisition.

(We need a remaster/remake of Origins desperately though.)

10/10 would recommend