#recommendation

It’s just Pong with a few small tweaks. They include gravity, kicks, regenerating goal shields, a tether/“tractor beam,” and a double jump. Its premise is a basic dime-a-dozen game anyone could make — and yet the final product is INCREDIBLY fun. It’s easy to learn and hard to master, but easy to *feel* like you’ve already mastered it. It’s the ultimate evolution of Pong — people should be all OVER this game. It should be an esport.

And yet, *nobody* knows about it. My best friend and I discovered it via a homemade indie arcade cabinet at a convention, and we were unexpectedly blown away. I bought it for him for his birthday, and we’ve fallen in love. We want SO much more for this game — but it’s only on PC/Steam, in couch co-op only, requiring a controller for each player. It really belongs on consoles, but the indie developer can’t afford to make that happen. You should check it out!

My Instructor Won’t Yield

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Everyday Chiba deals with the same problem of his female students falling for him. Sure, that feeling of security and trust you get from your Driving Instructor is one thing, but having to constantly turn down girls over and over can get exhausting! Dealing with the young ladies was one thing, but the princely looking, 30 year-old Yaotame as his student was another. To his surprise, Yaotame’s dashing looks completely contrast his jittery nature, and being a nervous wreck behind the wheel. Something about him has peeked Chiba’s interest, wanting to know the true character behind such a Prince Charming.

This one is a nice and casual read. The story is simple but sweet, even when the third act conflicts comes up. The characters are realistic and incredibly enjoyable, and both of the leads receive the perfect amount of development. The are style is also really appealing, which is what drew me to it in the first place. Admittedly, the title isn’t ground breaking, but not every good story has to be.

Kuro by Somato

One of my favorite manga finally got an official English release! It's by a mangaka called Somato; some of you may be familiar with their more popular work, Shadows House, that became an anime. Kuro was their first work. Kuro is only 3 volumes long and the official English release is an omnibus.

Anyway, Kuro is about a young girl named Coco and her pet cat Kuro (which means “Black” in Japanese). They live together in a large mansion on the outskirts of town. The story details their day-to-day life and their interactions with friends from town. However darker things hide in the background, with monsters prowling in the forest, Coco's mysterious background, and Kuro being no ordinary cat…

Kuro is a genre-blending manga, mixing cuteness and heartwarming moments with gothic horror and a deep sense of mystery. As the series goes on, the darker elements are slowly pulled to the foreground, although the loving relationship between Coco and Kuro keeps things from getting too sinister.

Thank you! I enjoy researching about Donna Beneviento and when I find something useful I share it. Moreover, when I received this question I was writing a draft about Donna because I found an analysis by a Japanese artist that I loved.

Anyway, I'm gonna answer the question.

yes, I do have favorite fanfics. I know I'm terrible at saving books on AO3 since I'm still not very good at the website, but I'll recommend some of my favorites.

I think I've done this before, but I'll do it again anyway. So, here I will bring my 5 fav fanfics about her (I'm not ordering them from worst to best, I'm just listing them):

Visiting the Angel of Death by Celezztia is my fav right now. Not because the idea was mine, but because it seems different from what we usually see in fanfiction, I think the idea is well executed. I think the protagonist is good, and even though I don't usually read original characters, this story is so good that even though I don't usually read original characters, it intrigues me. I'm eagerly awaiting the next chapter because I'm really enjoying it. Not because the idea was mine, but because it seems different from what we usually see in fanfiction, I think the idea is well executed. I think the protagonist is good, and even though I don't usually read original characters, this story is so good that even though I don't usually read original characters, it intrigues me. I'm eagerly awaiting the next chapter because I'm really enjoying it.

Your Heart in a Headlock by Cookiekitten: Well, this is a classic, who doesn't know this fanfic? You might recognize this author more from his other book, which is also very good. I think all Donna fans have read The Lady's Laundry, but I think this fanfic is better because I like a bit of angst and misunderstandings; it's a typical element, but I love it. I love both books, I repeat, but this one is just amazing.

Always, Nodi by Zerogravity1998: This author also has many works about Donna, check them out, but this one is definitely my favorite. I love the main character, and again, I love the misunderstandings. Plus, he also draws pictures, and I love them. He had a drawing of a scene that I really liked.

Simulacrum by skulkr: I love this fanfic, not because of the romance or the relationship, but because it shows a less human side. More horror, which I think is lacking in many fanfics. Obviously, it's not suitable for all audiences or sensitivities. But for me, body horror is terrifying, so being a doll without autonomy must feel atrocious. Being in that position with a crazy woman, because let's remember that Donna is a dangerous lord who takes what she wants from her victims, seems terrifying to me. I see this fanfic as something terrifying, not as a healthy or loving relationship, and as body horror, I think it works in that context.

Phantom of House Beneviento by RanchRacoon: It's another fanfic that creates a kind of alternate universe, which I also think is great if you want a change of perspective or don't want to read the same thing. Plus, it's finished! Yasss