Our Thoughts on Manga

In this week’s episode of Black Geek Energy, Jardo and D’Marcus are back with another anime-packed discussion—this time diving deep into One Piece’s Dressrosa arc, exploring manga culture, and sharing updates from real life and the tabletop. D’Marcus gives a life update as he preps for his big move to Hayward, California, gets his pool stick fixed, and talks about running his first Dagger Heart campaign as Game Master. Meanwhile, Jardo breaks down his latest binge session of One Piece, catching up on nearly 100 episodes to dissect the complex storylines, power systems, and heartbreaking backstories in Dressrosa. From Senior Pink’s tragic past to Doflamingo’s villainy and Luffy’s Gear 4 awakening, nothing is off-limits in this breakdown of one of anime’s most emotionally rich arcs. The hosts also dive into manga culture and trivia, covering genres like shonen, josei, and yaoi, and discussing the difference between manga that stay on the page versus those that make it to screen. D’Marcus shares his experience at the DeYoung Museum’s manga exhibit in San Francisco, featuring legendary works from Inuyasha, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and One Piece. The episode wraps with board game recommendations (Dominion), comic shoutouts (Assorted Crisis Events), and the usual MoviePass plug—because geek culture never stops evolving. Shop Our Store! Email your questions to [email protected] Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Follow us on Social Media! Spill @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Facebook @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod YouTube @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Patreon Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!