Film Review: Assassin's Creed

Image taken from Google

First things first, I was so excited to see this movie. I've been fascinated with the concept of the Assassin's vs the Templars ever since I was introduced to the game series (that being said, I still have not completed the game as I do not own a console on which to play it). Assassin's working in the shadows to ensure the free will of mankind; plus their parkour and free-running skills are so awesome it motivates me to get fit and learn some of that cause wow. I took my younger brother to see the movie with me and he loved it too.

Without any major spoilers I can tell you that the movie itself is about an assassin that has only been introduced in the recently released movie, his name? Callum Lynch and his direct ancestor Aguilar de Nerha, a spanish assassin during the Spanish Inquisition. Of course we are introduced to the Animus in a much more visual way, namely we get to see how being plugged into the Animus is viewed externally, what the person in the Animus physically does when inside the memory. As a science fiction and movie fan, this was fascinating, but you have to see it to know why.

Visually I truly loved this film, the fast paced scenes where assassins are fighting or running for their lives, I believe they brought the series to life in a different way than what I have witnessed in game. Michael Fassbender did an amazing job as Callum Lynch and I would have expected nothing less honestly, I think he is an awe inspiring actor with incredible screen presence as seen in his portrayal of Magneto in X-men: First Class and subsequent movies since. Honestly if given the chance, I would definitely go see the movie again... and again, and again...

8.5/10 would recommend but I know there's going to be people who did not like the movie at all so it is sure to get some bad reviews from hardcore gamers.

Another review for you! xox

Taz

Red Queen or Queen of Hearts?

'Alice's Adventures Underground' was always one of my favourite books. I have also fallen in love with Tim Burton's movies. I have memorised the Jabberwocky poem, but... I have not read 'Through the Looking Glass'...


I have dressed as the Queen of Hearts and called her the Red Queen for short. I see millions of people refer to the Queen of Hearts as the Red Queen, so from a young age I assumed that she had been referred to as the Red Queen in one translation or retelling...
Basically I thought they were the same person.



I was wrong.
The Red Queen and the Queen of Hearts are two completely different characters!

The Red Queen is from 'Through the Looking Glass' and is a chess piece who advises Alice on how to move after inviting her to play. This is where we also meet the White Queen.

The Queen of Hearts is of coarse the classic, murderous monarch we all know so well.

So I learnt that I need to go back and read some more classics.
Catch you later xx

WOLFSTAR: The interview

SO there was a thing...

All the footage I got of AVCon 2016 occurred in one night, the first night, and it's less than three minutes in total... Pitiful yes, but I was way too busy and tired to film a bunch of things!

Anyway here goes;

You are all welcome

Sweet Dreams! xox

Taz

Tabby's AVCon 2016 Vlogs

Preview

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

AVCon 2016 (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧

My fourth AVCon! It was a week ago, sure...but I've been sleeping nonstop, seriously I slept an entire week away consuming hot chocolate and watching Parle Productions on YouTube.

Friday
I finished my Saturday cosplay and painted my face with red eyeshadow and lipstick for Circus au Marinette. My school friends and I were supposed to meet at 4, and another at 3 but I was the only one to show up on time. They didn't contact me so I hung out with Tobias, Kim, Amy, Cassie and Taz and had way more fun. We sung 80s and disney songs, down Rundle mall and got doughnuts from Crispy Creams!
 















Saturday 
I covered myself fake blood and met up with Cassie at the bus stop, where we got an uber. She borrowed my wig for her gorgeous NoFlutter Steampunk Ivy. We went to the maid cafe where Anastasia and Nikki were working and had hotdogs and cheesecake.  Then we raided the Artists Alley where I spent most of my money. Cassie wanted to go to the Good Game Unplugged and after we met up with Kim and Amy.
We then went to Amy, Kira and Kims hotel so they could change into Marauders for AVCon after dark - complete with dancing and vodka. Eventually we dragged ourselves to the pancake kitchen for dinner at 1am. 
Since the buses stupidly stop at midnight (damn you adelaide metro!) Cassie and I were planning on getting a uber but someone decided not to come to AVCon last minute and so Kim, Kira and Amy had a spare bed.

Sunday
Cassie and I dragged our butts out of bed and went home to get our cosplays and come back. But my family was looking after a dog who ate my Kiki bow so I put on Ai Shindou. On the bus Cassie was painting on her veins for Silent Hill Nurse Sailor Mercury. I'd left my camera at the hotel room and Cassie needed to finish her makeup so we picked up redbull and chocolate on the way there. Kim met us there while Amy was volunteering and saw my cosplay predicament and let me wear her hufflepuff cloak, shirt and pink wig so I was Tonks.
At the con we met up with a few others and took photos. Kira and I snuck away to the Artists Alley so I could get a commission (which wasn't finished so it'll be sent to me). 
I bought $10 worth of those sweet and sour candy licorice sweets and shared it with everyone while Lucas took photos of Kim and Amy. 
After the closing ceremony we hung out at maccas.

This AVCon was amazing and I miss it so much...There are so many things that happened that I cannot possible write down. Long after I've forgotten the words, I'll remember how everyone made me feel.

Catch you later xx

Yes, there is a History Fandom!

Hetalia?

I came across Hetalia: Axis Powers some time during Highschool and my initial reaction was:

OMG PAAAASTA WTF?

Strange? Yes. However, the concept really intrigued me. Picture entire countries personified as a character, including their political sways and fights between each other. Hetalia has been a Manga, Anime, Video game, Movie, and a musical. Basically the story is a mix'n'match of historical and political events as well as good and bad stereotypes which can be funny at times, yet slightly racist aswell if you really think about it...

Italy is the primary protagonist, and that little guy is actually adorable, he also relies heavily on Germany, which is kinda cute because Germany is very stoic and responsible in the show, following all instructions to the letter. 

Just look at these gorgeous clowns! But where oh where is our boy Australia?

He has a freaking koala behind him and he has a surfboard... He's also got muscles so he represents well *winky face* not entirely sure why there is a bandaid on his nose though? Is it supposed to be sunscreen but was mistaken? I dont know, but he's a typical surfer guy.

Explore! xox

Taz

News! In the Fandom!

MY OTP ARE CANON!!!
Yes, it is every fangirls dream - my otp are officially canon!
Gajeel and Levy from the series Fairy Tail, otherwise know as Gajevy or Gale. They are my ultimate otp and in the recent chapter their love was revealed!

Ah yes, the panel that broke the fandom!

Of coarse ever since the 1 year time skip people have been suspicious ;)

When we found out they'd spent a year together on the council, we lost our minds!

http://rboz.tumblr.com/post/116621124366

Gajeel has obviously changed a lot since their messy encounter. His feelings were hinted when he was supporting Mavis...

NOTICE: Levy is in the panel!

Then Mashima teased us even more with this little detail!!!

MATCHING BED SHEETS!!! We broke tumblr, a million posts all surrounding this tiny detail.

http://rboz.tumblr.com/post/129739588026

Then in this weeks chapter (Ch. 487) it became official! 

First off, the cover is such a tease!

OTP fighting partners!

Then she saved his ass!

Compliments! Plus he's calling her Levy, as opposed to 'shrimp' or 'short stack'.

But then...

Dun, dun, dun...

SHE RISKED HER LIFE!!!

Ohhhhh, now he's pissed!

The moral epiphany... 

The admission of feeling that broke the fandom!

NOW HE'S RISKING HIS LIFE!

All for Levy <3

Awwwwww

NONONONONONONONONO, WHYYYYYYYYY

MASHIMA!

WHAT

IS

THIS?

The fandom exploded with questions over the next chapter! Are they both gonna live? Are they both gonna die? MASHIMA WHAT?????

But they can't die can they?

They have time traveling kids!

Yes, that's right! Japanese fans have confirmed that the light novel 'Trouble Twins' is about the Gajevy kids! They apparently travel back in time! Unfortunately it isn't translated yet, but...

Two wonderful tumblr translaters have decided to translate it, but they say it might not be ready till next year! TT^TT

One thing is for certain, we're all on the edge of our seat for the next chapter on monday...
Let's hope it's a happy ending...

http://blanania.tumblr.com/image/145310581375

Catch you later xx