In case you haven't noticed, I've slowed down.

You're probably wondering why I haven't been posting here as of late, as is in Facebook and most especially on my Youtube channel. Well, I actually have to slow down my activities to a great degree.

I have obligations that will have me get occupied from morning until evening, with my downtime for chow and rest. It doesn't help that among them is me taking a 3-mile walk to another place (i don't have a vehicle and no public transport can take me to my destination) and back on weekdays.

On the bright side, all that walk will help me hatch my eggs in Pokemon Go, but sadly, there are like just 2 Pokestops and 99% of all spawns are common ones. I am thinking of taking advantage of my 6 mile (10km) walk by doing a watered-down version of Saitama's training regimen.

Nevertheless, this pretty much means doing news and videos will take a huge hit, and the weekends are the only dates that I really have free time unless something else comes up. I am looking for ways to make the most of my situation so I can continue to be consistent with my postings.

Again, sorry for the big slowdown, but I am working on it.

Gumball - The Guy Screenshots

Steven Universe - Last One Out of Beach City Screenshots

Love seeing Pearl in a Jacket. Also betting the woman she meets in one of the screenshots is someone who likes her.

Classic Sci-Fi Franchise "Star Blazers" Announce Sequel in 2017

Teaser for Space Battleship Yamato 2202, the sequel to Space Battleship Yamato 2199, that serves as remake of the original series. It is also known in the West as Star Blazers. The sequel will comprise of 7 movies starting in February of next year.

I personally binge-watched the entire 2199 series after putting the franchise off for many years because of similarities with Space Carrier Blue Noah (Thundersub in the US), which I watched first. I was totally blown away and can see why many sci-fi enthusiasts and famous people in the anime industry are heavily inspired by Yamato.

I would like to see this adapted for a Western audience, but I guess that would cause friction against fans of Star Trek and Star Wars.

WBB Creator Q&A Highlights

At the request of TRAFON (The Rise & Fall of Nickelodeon), here's some bits of info regarding WBB from creator Daniel Chong after he answered some question of the show from fans on Twitter (with appropriate links included):

- There aren't that many episodes done. So as a result, the finished ones will be aired sporadically.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772122948840763392

- The team is currently writing new episodes, going up to Season 3.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771813205567950849

- He admits it was challenging to write episodes featuring Chloe, so it would be even more if a spin-off series starring here were to be made.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772547600255815680

- Many of the episodes/scenes/characters in the series are loosely based of Daniel Chong's life. For instance Chloe was named after his girlfriend's niece, who suffers from autism.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772546790977523712

- If the writing is very good, he would consider adding additional Bears to the show besides the main three.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772545572435664896

- They are still working on expanding the lore on Grizzly's past in connection with the Burrito episode. For now, the focus is on the origins of Ice Bear and Panda.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772543510457102336

- Also Nom Nom's Origins
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771818305464045568

- More Baby Bears
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772543001230872577

- Even the creator has NO idea where the hell the Bears get their money from!
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772542433837981696

- Expect some WBB merchandise by 2017
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/772123450915688448

- He's not sure of a potential crossover with another CN show.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771826934732828672

- X-mas Episode
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771826346649460740

- He was totally unaware of Shirokuma Cafe, which also features Three Bears. So the similarities are a complete coincidence. He is heavily inspired by the  works of Studio Ghibli.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771815392704462848

- Other inspirations include Wallace & Gromit, Peanuts, and even Seinfeld.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771812944136933377

- Chong left Pixar due to the stress and prolonged length of time it takes to produce a film, and he wanted to make his own work.
https://twitter.com/threebarebears/status/771801539967000576

L.A. Animation Studios' Production Status Report Highlights (Production Status of Steven Universe, Spongebob, etc.)

The Animation Guild Blog has launched its latest report regarding all the Animated Studios in Los Angeles, CA and their current shows in development.

On CN's side, Ian Jones-Quartey's OK, KO, as well as the new Samurai Jack, are in development, as is the rest of the CN Originals, save Uncle Grandpa and Clarence (there is no announcement of Clarence ever getting a new season. So it's either Clarence finished it's production early and is waiting for the next upfront, or is indeed just as finished as series altogether)

Pretty much all of the new animated works for Disney are in the works right now for their 2017 debut, including Ducktales, Tangled, and even Big Hero 6. Penn Zero is close to finishing its series (and it won't be missed). The Animation Guild also noted that Disney is outsourcing their animation and reducing their episode numbers as a cost-cutting measure. I'd be surprised if they go with the Anime-standard of 13 episodes per show.

Nothing to report on Nick on what we already know. Same goes to Warner Bros.

Pretty much everyone within the Dreamworks Universe will continue to have their shows (Shrek, Madagascar, Croods, etc) and we WILL get a third HTTYD movie to ultimately end the franchise.

Titmouse meanwhile is working on several projects for Disney, Dreamworks, Amazon, and Netflix. One of them is the anticipated Niko and The Sword of Light.

Dear Universal, WILL YOU PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD STOP MAKING ANOTHER LAND BEFORE TIME WORK!

Anyhow, I did ask a question to The Animation Guild if they know anything more on Regular Show's status. Hopefully, I'll get an answer soon.

You can visit the full list via the link below:
http://animationguildblog.blogspot.com/2016/08/los-angeles-animation-production.html?m=1

Gumball - The Rerun Screenshots

Both "The Disaster" and "The Rerun" are the final episodes for Season 4. Scheduled to in the US September 5h (Labor Day).