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Quick Links InDivinity: Original Sin 2, among the many herbs found in Rivellon, theBlackroot arguably holds the most importance. You’ll first require this herb to perform theMiester’s Ritualin the fourth act of the game. Directed by Miester Siva, youmust crafta special Ritual Bowl bycombining a ritual bowl, bloody obsidian lancet, and Blackrootto access the Hall of Echoes and consequently acquire theNight Vision skill. The first time you perform this ritual, all the ingredients necessary to craft the ritual bowl can be found in Siva’s basement....

Summary Quick Links Anime, in the last 30 or so years, has grown to immense levels of popularity, going from a niche hobby to a country-wide phenomenon. While there are plenty of reasons why this happened, it seems unlikely that something like this would have happened without the help of the Anime Big 3:One Piece,Naruto, andBleach. These anime have forever changed the landscape of the anime world, as well as how other cultures view the genre itself....

Summary WhenDragon Ball: Sparking Zerolaunched, all the buzz was centered around its massive roster — and for good reason.With one of the biggest character lineups ever seen in aDragon Ballgame, fans were thrilled. However, amidst the roster frenzy, an equally impressive feature went somewhat underappreciated: the game’s stunning collection of alternate outfits. Like the previousBudokai Tenkaichigames, each character inSparking Zerocomes with multiple alternate outfits. These costumes are more than just cosmetic changes; they’re a nostalgic nod to key moments in the character’s history....

Summary One Piecehas been one of the few manga titles that has been able to maintain a consistent level of quality. The biggest reason for One Piece’s success hasbeen Eiichiro Oda’s insanely good storytelling abilities. The author has tended to the story and made sure there aren’t any major retcons that would affect the overall plot. Eiichiro Oda does most of the heavy lifting, but he does receive help from his editors....

Quick Links After theBlazing A Trailmain story quest inEternal Strands, Brynn will return to base camp, and players will unlock loads of new stuff, including the ability toReforgeequipment, increasing their strength. However, they will first need to fix the Forge with the help of a friend. How to Fix the Forge in Eternal Strands Base Upgrades In order to unlock theForge, you will first need to speak toCasmynat her caravan and complete theTreading Waterquest, which is very simple....

Quick Links InElden Ring,Shieldsare organized into four categories: Small Shield, Medium Shield, Greatshield, and Thrusting Shield. Typically, Small Shields and Medium Shields can be equipped by most builds, while Greatshields and Thrusting Shields requirea more specific setup to wield effectively– though there are plenty of Small and Medium Shields inElden Ringthat come with unique stat requirements. This guide lists every Shield inElden Ringin each of these four categories, sorted alphabetically, as well as the stat requirements you willneed to meet to equip all Shields....

Final Fantasyis a franchise that needs little introduction at this point. Just about anyone embedded in the world of video games has some level of familiarity with the franchise, especially due to its genre-and tone-hopping nature: there’s essentially anFinal Fantasygame for everyone, whether they prefer turn-based combat, action-RPG mechanics, or high-concept, flamboyant storytelling. But even the most prolific and wide-spanning franchises have their blind spots. Indeed, there are a number of ideas, both on the gameplay and narrative fronts, thatFinal Fantasyhas yet to explore, which is part of what makes it such an exciting IP to follow....

Summary Stranger ThingsstarFinn Wolfhard’s directorial debut, thehorrormovieHell of a Summer,has a trailer now, andStranger Thingsfans won’t want to miss this hilarious slasher story. Co-directed by Wolfhard and Billy Bryk, who are also working on aremake of the 1990s horror movieIdle Hands,Hell of a SummerstarsFred Hechinger as 24-year-old Camp Pineway counselor Jason Hochberg. He isn’t particularly excited about the upcoming months, but things get even worse when he realizes there’s a serial killer around....

Summary In its latest update for Chapter 6 Season 1,Fortnitehas given players the ability to useFortnite Festival’s instruments as pickaxes and back blings.Fortnite’s latest season has come with a number of additions received positively by many fans. In December 2024, Epic Games added several new modes to the title, includingBallistic,LEGO Fortnite: Brick Life, andFortnite OG. Fortnite Festivalis another major mode withinFortnite, and has added a number of unique features to the game....

Summary New leaks fromFortniteare hinting at the second wave of crossover skins forJujutsu Kaisen, with some of the series' most iconic antagonists set to appear. The massively popular battle royale from Epic Games has featured a wide variety of different collaborations, bringing plenty of beloved pop culture franchises to the game. Anime, in particular, has been a popular subject for the game’s crossovers with anime series likeDragon BallandNarutoappearing, andDemon Slayerrumored to come toFortnite....

Summary GameStophas launched its Double Pro Week Sale event with extra trade credit opportunities and discounts on select hit games for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. These deals and bonuses are only available to GameStop Pro members, andGameStopis also offering discounts on Pro subscriptions. For $24.99 a year, gamers can geta GameStop Pro membershipand receive a $5 monthly reward for their next purchase, free shipping on orders over $5, extra cash and trade credit, and many more benefits....

Update 1/19/25: Hoyoverse has provided a statement regarding its settlement. It reads: “Animation-style games and shows are well-received by global audiences and players across various ages. Genshin Impact is a popular free-to-play, anime-style game designed for older teens and adults. While we believe many of the FTC’s allegations are inaccurate, we agreed to this settlement because we value the trust of our community and share a commitment to transparency for our players....

Amazon is shaking up the gaming accessories market with a solid price cut onTurtle Beach’s Pure Air gaming mouse, engineered for precision, ergonomics, and control. This ultralight gaming mouse boasts features like versatile connectivity and optical switches and is now available for $68.60. Previously listed at $99.99, this discount offers savings of more than $30 for those who are looking for a mouse upgrade. This one combines advanced technology and a lightweight build and has a reasonable price, particularly with this steep, limited-time discount....