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  • In this episode, Xan reviews an action fantasy manga that has some very familiar tropes. Does it do anything new? Let's find out as he reviews the action fantasy manga series Wistoria Wand and Sword by Fujino Omori with art by Toshi Aoi.

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    As our intrepid host goes over this manga, he describes the series that may have inspired it, goes over its differences from Danmachi and talks about the latest manga releases.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #fantasymanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #wistoriawandandsword #wistoria #danmachi #fujinoomori #mangarecommendation #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

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    Random Question of the Day: Is this manga better than Danmachi?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews the critically acclaimed slice of life cooking series by Fumi Yoshinaga. Does it live up to the hype? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews What Did You Eat Yesterday by Fumi Yoshinaga.

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    As he goes over this oddly sweet story, he also goes over the latest manga releases.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #cookingmanga #sliceoflifemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #whatdidyoueatyesterday #LGBTmanga #fumiyoshinaga #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

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    Random Question of the Day: Do You Like This Type of Slice of Life Story?

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  • In this episode, Xan discusses a slice of life manga about a yakuza lieutenant discovering the wonder of K-pop. How geeky is it? Well, let's find out as he reviews the comedy, slice of life manga series The Yakuza's Bias by Teki Yatsuda.

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    As our intrepid host talks about how fandoms affect a person, he also goes over the latest manga news and talks about a change in the podcast.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #comedymanga #sliceoflifemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #yakuzasbias #tekiyatsuda #yakuzanoishigoto #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: What Music Group/artist are you a stan for?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a supernatural troubleshooter manga that hits a lot of tropes but doesn't do anything new with them. Will he enjoy this manga? well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action shonen jump series Gokurakugai by Yuto Sano.

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    As our intrepid host dissects this manga, he goes over the other series that this reminds him of, talks about his panel plans for the future and goes over some new manga releases.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #supernaturalmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #gokurakugai #yutosano #shonenjump #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Is this manga series a contender for the next Big Three?

  • In This Episode, Xan reviews the prequel manga to Ai Yazawa's seminal work Paradise Kiss. Is it just as good? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews the drama, romance, shojo manga series Neighborhood Story by Ai Yazawa.

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    As our intrepid host nerds out on this manga, he also goes over the design of the physical tankoban and also goes over the light releases this week. Hope You Enjoy.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shoujomanga #sliceoflifemanga #romancemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #neighborhoodstory #aiyazawa #paradisekiss #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Would you purchase from the Happy Berry Label?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a sports manga about succeeding by hard work and the belief that you can prove everyone wrong. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews the seinen figure skating manga series Medalist by Tsurumaikada. ----more----As our intrepid host goes over the addictive qualities of this sports manga, he also goes over some of the great artwork and his thoughts of the latest manga releases.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #sportsmanga #dramamanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #medalist #tsurumaikada #figureskating #mangarecommendation #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Will you watch the anime adaptation?

  • In This Episode, Xan reviews another isekai series, this time it's one where the main character uses low level spells. Is it worth reading? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the isekai light novel manga adaptation Failure Frame I Became The Strongest and Annihilated Everything With Love Level Spells by Kaoru Shinozaki & Keyaki Uchi-Uchi.

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    Besides discussing this story, Xan has some upsetting announcement about Otakon 2024 and a happier announcement about some new fun podcasts coming out. Hope You Enjoy Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe.

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #isekaimanga #darkfantasymanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #failureframe #failureframeIbecamethestrongestandannihilatedeverythingwithlowlevelspells #kaorushinozaki #shouyoshi #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat) Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

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    Random Question of the Day: What's Your Favorite Revenge Isekai?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a sci fi shonen manga about an alien from Planet Happy, who discovers the truth about consequences and the human condition. Prepare to be introspective as he reviews the manga one shot series Takopi's Original Sin by Taizan5.

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    As our intrepid host summaries this dramatic story, he also announces what panels he will be doing at Otakon and the latest Manga News. If you are having feelings of suicidal thoughts, please talk to someone or call 988. If you suspect a medical or psychiatric emergency, such as threats of suicide, seek medical attention or call 911 immediately

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    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #shonenjumpx #tragedymanga #scifimanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #takopisoriginalsin #taikin5 #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Should Takopi Have Messed With Time?

  • In this ep, Xan reviews a shoujo manga about first love, tradition and trying to not be intimate. So sit back and enjoy as he reviews Let's Do It Already by Aki Kusaka.

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    As our esteemed host discusses the unique element of traditions in this manga, he also goes over the latest manga news.

    --------------------------------------Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shojomanga #romcommanga #romancemanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #letsdoitalready #akikusaka #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: What traditions do you have?

  • In This episode, Xan reviews a post apocalyptic horror manga about turning, not into zombies, but rather into cats!!! How insane is this? well, sit back and find out as he reviews the manga Night of the Living Cat by Hawkman with art by Mecha-Roots.

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    Besides discussing this manga, our intrepid host also goes over the latest manga releases.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #horrormanga #postapocalypsemanga #catmanga #newmangaexplained #bestmanga #mangarecommendation #nightofthelivingcat #nightofthelivingcat #mangarecommendation #sevenseasentertainment #hawkman #mecharoots #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Would You Embrace the NN Virus ?

  • In This Episode, Xan reviews a manga about a hero who cannot defeat the Demon King, because of a cat. How is it? Well, relax and find out as he reviews the comedy action manga Cat on the Hero's Lap by Kousuke Iijima and illustrated by Shiori.

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    As our intrepid host discusses the danger of cats sleeping on your lap, he also goes over the new home of the Spiraken Review Podcast and the latest manga releases.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #comedymanga #catmanga #kousukeiijima #catontheheroslap #mangarecommendation #Sevenseasentertainment #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Have you ever been stuck because of a cat on your lap?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a Josei manga about the what if's in your life and the regrets you have in your 30s. Is it worth checking out? Well sit back and find out as he reviews the rom com josei series Tokyo Tarareba Girls by Akiko Higashimura.

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    As he discusses this manga, he also goes over what was chosen from our x.com poll and what the latest manga releases are.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #joseimanga #romcommanga #manga #tokyotararebagirls #akikohigashimura #mangarecommendation #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Is 30 years old too old to hang out at a bar with your friends?

  • In this ep, Xan reviews an action manga created by the mangaka responsible for Tokyo Ghoul. How does it compare? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Choujin X by Sui Ishida.

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    As he discusses the similarities between this and other superpowered manga, he also talks a little bit about Animazement 2024 and he geeks out over the latest manga releases.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #choujinx #suiishida #mangarecommendations #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: What would you look like as a Choujin?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a shonen manga about assassins and con artists looking for love. Is it a good manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action, romance manga series Marriage Toxin by Joumuaku with art by Mizuki Yoda.

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    As our intrepid host discusses this manga's better qualities, he also talks about his upcoming panels at Animazement 2024 and goes over the latest manga releases.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shonenmanga #actionmanga #marriagetoxin #joumyaku #mizukiyoda #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Would You Join One of the Assassin Families?

  • Happy 16 Year Anniversary To Spiraken!!!!

    In this special anniversary episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan reviews a science fiction, survival mech series. Is it worth the read? Well Sit back and find out as he reviews Snowball Earth by Yuhiro Tsujitsugu.

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    Besides discussing the manga, Xan also goes over some fun statistics about the podcast and reveals the panel schedule for Animazement, next week.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #survivalmanga #scifimanga #snowballearth #yuhirotsujitsugu #vizmedia #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: Could You Survive In Another Ice Age?

  • In this episode, Xan gets to review a popular manga about playing a god-tier game after playing kusoge games. Is the hype worth it? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the action fantasy shonen title Shangri-La Frontier by Katarina.

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    Besides discussing this manga, Xan also talks a little about some upcoming events he will be participating in.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shounenmanga #videogamemanga #fantasymanga #action #shangralafrontier #katarina #kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

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    Random Question of the Day: What are your thoughts on Trash games?

  • In our Five hundredth and Fifty Fifth Episode of the Spiraken Manga Review, Xan gets to review a space opera manga that is an homage and a love letter to Osamu Tezuka. How does It Homage Tezuka? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews the Sci fi, adventure, manga series Team Phoenix by Kenny Ruiz and based on the works of Osamu Tezuka.

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    Besides geeking out about this podcast, our host gets nostalgic about the past 550 podcasts and wonders where we will go from here.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #shounenmanga #adventuremanga #fantasymanga #tezukamanga #teamphoenix #osamutezuka #kennyruiz #udonentertainment #astroboy #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

    WHERE TO FIND US

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    Our Email [email protected]

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    Random Question of the Day: What Mangaka's Works Would You Like To See In A Crossover Manga Series?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews an anthology about miscommunication and love. So sit back and listen as he reviews the manga anthology, One More Step, Come Stand By My Side/ Ato Ippo, Soba ni Kite by Toryumon Takeda.

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    Besides discussing this manga, our host announces the next convention he will be speaking at.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #dramamanga #anthologymanga #OneMoreStepComeStandbyMySide #toryumontakeda #yenpress #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

    WHERE TO FIND US

    Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social

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    Our Email [email protected]

    Xan's Email [email protected]

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    Random Question of the Day: Which of these stories was your favorite.?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a mystery manga that is set in Iceland. So, grab some mutton and enjoy as he reviews the seinen, drama manga Go With The Clouds, North By Northwest / Hokuhokusei ni Kumo to Yuke by Aki Irie.

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    As our intrepid host discusses the polarizing nature of this manga, he also goes over the latest manga news.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #adventuremanga #mysterymanga #gowiththecloudsnorthbynorthwest #akiirie #verticalcomics #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

    WHERE TO FIND US

    Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social

    Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/

    Our Email [email protected]

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    Random Question of the Day: What Exotic Country Would You Like To Be The Setting For A Manga?

  • In this episode, Xan reviews a romantic fantasy josei title about royal doubles, political intrigue and a pair of unreal blue eyes. How is it this manga? Well, sit back and find out as he reviews Nina The Starry Bride/Hoshifuru Ōkoku no Nina by Rikichi.

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    As he gushes about this fairy tale style manga, he also goes over some updates with the podcast.

    Remember to Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us @spiraken on Twitter @spiraken.bsky.social, and @spiraken on Instagram, subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel, Support our Patreon and if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Also join our discord and Thank you, hope you enjoy this episode.

    #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #joseimanga #fantasymanga #romancemanga #ninathestarrybride #Rikachi #Kodansha #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast

    Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme-Trendsetter by Mood Maze (Uppbeat)

    Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES

    WHERE TO FIND US

    Our Bluesky @spiraken.bsky.social

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    Our Email [email protected]

    Xan's Email [email protected]

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    Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord

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    Random Question of the Day: Where Do You Think This Will Go?