
Let’s Welcome Another Antiwoke Meltdown ft. Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Complaints about “woke trash” erupt whenever a game dares to feature a Black or female protagonist—so Assassin's Creed Shadows, with both, has stoked predictable outrage. Self-appointed gatekeepers cry “historical accuracy” despite this series regularly mixing fantasy and creative freedom. Beneath the protests lies a refusal to accept diverse leads, proving again that “woke” critiques simply mask bigotry and stubborn clinging to exclusion.

Free Speech Crusaders Take Over the Job of Language Police
Isn’t it ironic when so-called “free speech crusaders” flip out over someone using the “wrong” pronoun? They insist on their right to say whatever they want—until you say something that ruffles their feathers. Whether it’s a BioWare director’s pronouns or the broader debate on what’s “off-limits” in language, both sides seem eager to police how others speak. We’ve come full circle, watching them demand we follow their script while touting free expression.

The Small Minority That Makes Japan’s Social Media a Mess
Living in Japan is incredible, but engaging with Japanese social media reveals a darker side. A vocal minority’s xenophobia and stubbornness often overshadow the kindness most Japanese people show in everyday life.