A discourse on discord: Examining online toxicity

It’s all the ‘rage’ nowadays I was browsing the internet one day and came across a fledgling YouTuber who wanted to promote his gaming videos. It was in a gaming forum, and he was asking players to give him critiques on his work. I took a quick look even though I knew I shouldn’t have. My gut instinct was proven correct as I watched him keep referring to a character whose epithet was “The Black” as “The N****r....

July 6, 2025 · 9 min · 1728 words · Susan Randall

After 1923 Season 2, Episode 4, It's Even More Important That Elizabeth Leaves Yellowstone Ranch

Warning! SPOILERS For 1923 Season 2, Episode 4, “Journey the Rivers of Iron” Despite Elizabeth Strafford (Michelle Randolph) and Jack Dutton (Darren Mann) reconciling in1923season 2, episode 4, it’s more important than ever that Elizabeth leaves the Yellowstone Ranch. In “Journey the Rivers of Iron,” Elizabeth is convinced of her plan to leave the Dutton family and their Yellowstone Ranch behind her for good. Jack’s wife is more determined than ever that ranch life isn’t for her after a wolf bites Elizabeth’s leg in1923season 2, episode 2, leading to rabies shots in her stomach....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 974 words · William Stevens

After 30 Years, X-Men Officially Resurrects a Character No-One Believed Would Return

Warning! Spoilers for Marvel’s Phoenix #10! Marvel Comics continues to add complications toX-MeniconJean Grey’sattempt to forge her own path as a solo hero in the publisher’s ongoingPhoenixseries, and as much as she is faced with sweeping cosmic threats that must be overcome,perhaps the most intriguing conflict in the series yet involves the unexpected resurrection of Jean’s long-dead sister. Phoenix#10, written by Stephanie Phillips, with art by Alessandro Mirocolo, brings many of the series’ current threads together in dramatic fashion, while at the same time setting up the next arc for Jean Grey....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 604 words · Tyrone Martin

After RDJ's Announced Return As Doctor Doom, The MCU Has No Excuse Not To Cast Michael B Jordan In His Childhood Dream Marvel Role

Despite starring inBlackPantheras one of theMCU’s most iconic villains, Michael B Jordan still fell short of embodying his dream role - but Robert Downey Jr.’s return as Doctor Doom means he could (and should) get a second shot. Michael B. Jordan starred in 2018’sBlack Pantheras the movie’s main villain, Erik Killmonger. His portrayal and stellar writing swiftly made the antagonist one ofMarvel’s foremost fan favorites, boasting one ofthe MCU’s most sympathetic motivesand proving to be particularly formidable both physically and strategically....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 831 words · Rose Bailey

After Reading Solo Leveling, the Manhwa Made Me Realize the Anime Has a Big Problem

Solo Levelinghas been a massive success from the very first episode. I think that I can speak for every anime-only out there who had no idea just how great the series would be. Right from its first moments,Solo Levelingcomes flying out of the gates with amazing animation, a gripping story, and one of the best edgy characters in anime. Sung Jinwoo’s reawakening has been so much fun to watch. He’s the perfect character to acquire a host of top-tier powers, and the world his story is set in makes for an interesting viewing experience as well....

July 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1078 words · Steven Rubio

Alien: Romulus' Engineers Connection Means Its Sequel Needs To Address A Major Mystery

Alien: Romulusincludes a connection to the Engineers from Ridley Scott’s prequels, leaving the sequel in a spot to address a major mystery. The original franchise director returned to the series in the 2010s to makePrometheusandAlien: Covenant, going back in the timeline to explore new parts of the canon and answer questions that helped set up the original 1979Alien. One of the biggest revelations that came was the introduction of the Engineers, an advanced alien race that created humanity....

July 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1181 words · Tina Hanna

All 4 Upcoming Ella Purnell Movies & TV Shows Explained

Ella Purnellhas several upcoming projects that greatly differ in genre, medium, and role.Purnell first rose to fame playing Emma Bloom in the movieMiss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, but she is primarily known for her TV work. Purnell’s first big TV roles were Hester Argyll in BBC One’sOrdeal by Innocenceand Tess in Starz’sSweetbitter. Nowadays, Purnell has an impressive resume, starring in renowned projects including Netflix’sArcane, Showtime’sYellowjackets, and Amazon Prime’sFallout. She also plays Kate Ward in the reboot ofArmy of the Dead....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 892 words · Drew Mitchell

Anne Rice's The Talamasca Casts Arrowverse Star In Series Regular Role

The upcoming seriesThe Talamascahas added a new star. Talamasca refers to a fictional secret society usually referred to as the Order of Talamasca, which stems from the work of author Anne Rice. The Order of Talamasca has appeared in theVampire Chroniclesseries as well as theLives of the Witches of Mayfairseries. The Talamasca first appeared in the 1988 novelThe Queen of the Damned, but they have not yet appeared on TV. This will change with theupcoming seriesThe Talamasca, which is part of the Immortal Universe....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Katherine Arnold

Arcane's Ella Purnell Breaks Down Alt-Universe Jinx & Why There Are Subtle Differences In Her Voice Performance: “It Took Us A Second To Get There”

WithArcaneseason 2 bringing a world where the inciting heist had drastically different results, Ella Purnell explains how she set out to ensure her performances of Jinx and Powder were distinct. Thehit Netflix animated seriesbrought one of the realms of the League of Legends franchise to screens, exploring the citizens of two warring cities.Purnell voices Jinx, a traumatized and intelligent young woman who has incredible skill as an inventor and a complicated relationship with her sister, Vi (Hailee Steinfeld)....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 758 words · Gina Anderson

Arcane's Replacement Show Just Became Even More Exciting After New League Of Legends Setup

Netflix’sArcanecame to a definitive conclusion in November 2024, but its replacement already looks extremely exciting thanks toLeague of Legends. With season 1 being such a big hit, many fans were shocked to hear the announcement thatArcanewas ending with season 2. The animated series completely surpassed expectations when it first arrived, and the second season was every bit as good given that it wrapped the story up perfectly. However, while it’s great that the show went out on its own terms, the project’s quality only made people crave more from Runeterra....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 908 words · Sandra Velez

Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Pirate Alliance Locations & Rewards

You’ll first encounter Shido the Biwa master during your search for one of the Shinbakufu targets inAssassin’s Creed Shadows. Shido is one of the People of Wakasa, and he wants to make up for the wrongdoings of his former student, Takeda Motoaki (alias: The Fox). After you’ve eliminated The Fox from your board, Shido will have a request for you and will give you the main clues for each of the five Pirate Alliance targets around Wakasa....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 1047 words · Timothy Johnson

At last, Wolverine's wife has returned, but Marvel has done it in the most heartwrenching way

Warning: Contains spoilers forHellverine #3! An old love interest ofWolverinewas tragically murdered many years ago, but the character is finally making a grand return to Marvel Comics, and it’s unfortunately under more horrific circumstances than anyone could even imagine. One of Logan’s sons has become theX-Menfranchise’s own mutant Ghost Rider, and his next threat is a truly terrifying creature that also serves as a brutal reminder of his tortured past....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 896 words · Regina White

Bad Sisters Season 3: Will It Happen? Everything We Know

Apple TV+’s award-winning black comedyBad Sistersreturned for a second season in late 2024, but will the Sharon Horgan series be renewed for season 3? Developed for the small screen by Horgan, Dave Finkel, and Brett Baer (based on the Flemish seriesClan), the show concerns the Garvey sisters who find themselves in the middle of an insurance investigation when one of their abusive husbands turns up dead. As witty as it was dark and brooding, the debut season was one of the crown jewels of streaming TV in 2022....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 1020 words · Emily Reyes