We're taking you back to English class with this in depth look at just how the famous Commander Shepard falls very squarely in the Chosen One archetype.

Archetypes are often only applied to literary analysis, and I think we often forget that video games are STORIES. So taking this closer look at one of Bioware's most beloved protagonists can just add a new layer of appreciation and storytelling to this incredible game.

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In this episode, we take a closer look at Bioware's Mass Effect and the event that introduce humanity to the rest of the galaxy: the First Contact War.

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Kaguya Otsutuski is commonly known as the Mother of Chakra to those who have watched the entirety of Naruto Shippuden. She seems to be this all-powerful deity and progenitor of shinobi, but where did she come from? Is she based on a character in Japanese folklore?

The answer is usually yes!

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Hey, nerds! It's crazy to see all the hype that is STILL going on for KDH, but I'm glad to be able to enjoy the incredible display of culture with you guys. <3

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Mentioned Articles:

https://www.salon.com/2025/07/02/kpop-demon-hunters-derpy-tiger/

https://www.soapcentral.com/entertainment/the-demons-k-pop-demon-hunters-what-s-real-korean-myth-movie-magic

Happy Ten Episodes! I figured I would switch it up a little bit and read you guy a myth and we could analyze it together!

Books mentioned:

https://www.google.com/books/edition/Japanese_Legends_and_Folklore/YCqODwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0

So, this episode was originally just going to be about the Susanoo, but when I started researching, I found SO much more. I'm super excited to dive into these major Shinto deities with you guys!

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Taking a look at the Katakiuchi Jiraiya Monogatori and how it inspired the characters of Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru in Naruto.

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In this episode, we'll be looking at ushi-oni & kitsune and how they relate to the 8 Tails and 9 Tails in Naruto.

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In this episode, we're looking into the folklore and mythology associated with the Five, Six, and Seven Tailed Beasts from Naruto.

Legends Discussed in the Podcast:

https://yokai.com/bakekujira/

https://yokai.com/sazaeoni/

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In today's episode, we take a look at the folklore associated with the Three & Four Tailed Beasts from the Naruto.

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