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Sun Tzu and Anime: Nakaimo Character Analysis
Sun Tzu rates Nakaimo's cast—Shogo and his sister candidates—revealing how love, pride, and recklessness doom even the sharpest minds.
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Andrew Nickerson
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Andrew's originally from Massachusetts, and has studied military history/tactics/strategy for almost 30 years. He has a BA in History (English minor) from UMASS Lowell and JD from Mass. School of Law. He can be found on Twitter (@AndrewNickers19) daily, analyzing characters via Sun Tzu.
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Andrew's a huge fan of anime music. He particularly recommends Crescent Love (Brighter than the Dawning Blue), Dream Riser (Girls Und Panzer), and the fight theme to Zoids: New Century.
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Anime articles by Andrew Nickerson.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Valkyrie Drive Character Analysis
Sun Tzu analyzes Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid's cast on morality, combat, leadership, and fatal flaws. Eight characters scored by the Art of War.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Otonari ni Ginga Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the cozy cast of A Galaxy Next Door, revealing who thrives and who falls short in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Dragon Ball Z Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the primary combatants of Dragonball Z, revealing who thrives and who falls short in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the Student Council cast of Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: KanColle Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the fleet girls of Kancolle's Mobile Unit Five, revealing who thrives and who falls short in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Upotte Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the legendary cast of Upotte, revealing tons of potential undone by bad judgment, jealousy, and everything in between.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Aesthetica of a Rogue Hero Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the cast of Aesthetica of a Rogue Hero, revealing who thrives and who falls short in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Gods' Games We Play Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the cast of Gods' Games We Play, revealing who thrives and who falls short in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Tales of Wedding Rings Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the Ring King's party from Tales of Wedding Rings, revealing who thrives and who crumbles in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Iceblade Sorcerer Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom rates the cast of The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World, revealing who thrives and who falls in this character analysis.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Cat Planet Cuties Character Analysis
See how the Cat Planet Cuties cast ranks using Sun Tzu’s Art of War. Who masters the victory factors and who falls to fatal failings?
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Last Dungeon Boonies Kid Character Analysis
Sun Tzu rates Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies! Who earns victory and who falls to fatal flaws?
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Nande Koko ni Sensei ga Character Analysis
Sun Tzu meets Why the Hell are You Here, Teacher? We analyze the main couples' victory factors and fatal failings. See who scores best!
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Sun Tzu and Anime: 100 Girlfriends Who Really Really Love You
Sun Tzu rates Rentaro and his soulmates from The 100 Girlfriends! Who has the Victory Factors to succeed? See the analysis results now.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman Character Analysis
We rate the characters of More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers using Sun Tzu's Art of War.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Hundred Character Analysis
Discover how Hundred's characters rank under Sun Tzu's Art of War. A tactical analysis of Hayato, Emilia, and the Slayers.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Alderamin on the Sky Character Analysis
Analyzing Alderamin on the Sky characters using Sun Tzu's Art of War principles. Rating Victory Factors and Fatal Failings to reveal their effectiveness.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Bofuri Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's wisdom rates Bofuri Maple Tree Guild characters. Discover how Maple, Sally, and friends score on Victory Factors & Fatal Failings.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Banished From the Hero's Party Character Analysis
Sun Tzu rates Banished From the Hero's Party characters through Victory Factors & Fatal Failings. How do Gideon, Ruti & Ares measure up?
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Otaku Elf Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom meets modern anime in this comprehensive character analysis of Otaku Elf.
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Sun Tzu and Anime: Nagasarete Airanto Character Analysis
Ancient military strategist Sun Tzu rates Nagasarete Airanto characters. Can Ikuto, Suzu and friends pass his leadership test?
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Sun Tzu & Anime: Monster Girl Doctor Character Analysis
Sun Tzu's wisdom meets Monster Girl Doctor! Military strategy analysis of Glenn and his love interests reveals surprising flaws.
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Sun Tzu & Anime: In Another World With My Smartphone Character Analysis
Sun Tzu rates In Another World With My Smartphone characters using ancient military strategy. Discover which waifus pass his tests!
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Layered Entertainment: Fun Anime Pop Culture Easter Eggs
Discover hidden pop culture Easter eggs in popular anime series; from Sherlock Holmes references to McDonald's parodies!
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Sun Tzu & Anime: Lord Marksman & Vanadis Character Analysis
Sun Tzu rates Lord Marksman & Vanadis characters using his Five Victory Factors and Fatal Failings. Discover which heroes pass the test!
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Anime Mythological Creatures: Origins of Anime's Favorite Mythical Beings
Explore the mythological origins of anime's favorite creatures from lamias to dragons. Discover how ancient folklore transforms into modern entertainment.
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Tread Tibits: A Glance over 25 Girls Und Panzer Easter Eggs
Uncover the historical Easter eggs hidden in Girls Und Panzer anime. From WWII tanks to character names, explore the series' incredible attention to detail.
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Eagle-Eyed: 10 Anime Sniper Situations (that Shouldn't Be Missed)
Discover the top 10 best anime snipers and elite marksmen characters! From Gundam's GM Sniper to Grisaia's Yuuji Kazami - ranked by skill and impact.
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Sun Tzu & Anime: Girls Und Panzer Character Analysis
Discover how Sun Tzu's Art of War principles reveal the strategic strengths and fatal flaws of Girls Und Panzer's beloved characters.
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Sun Tzu & Anime: Tomo-chan wa Onnanoko Character Analysis
Discover how Sun Tzu's Art of War principles reveal the strategic strengths and fatal flaws of Tomo-Chan is a Girl's beloved characters.