Attempted Galactic Domination in Mass Effect: Ascension Source: Sean Looi (Flickr) Introduction The Mass Effect Franchise is is one of the most popular, cherished modern military science fiction franchises of all time. Set in the mid-22nd century, the tale of alien species colonizing the galaxy using powerful precursor technology and Commander Shepard’s quest to save humankind still…

 Light-Dark Duality in Star Wars: The Old Republic: Deceived Source: ritru midre (Flickr) Introduction The Star Wars universe is ostensibly endless. Replete with tantalizing tales of colorful characters, stellar settings and the ever-popular clash of good versus evil, there is certainly no shortage of story possibilities. Combined with EA and BioWare’s 2011 Star Wars: The Old Republic video game, the…

Fantasy, Frisson and Fun in World of Warcraft: Arthas: Rise of the Lich King Source: Pocket Books Introduction Fantasy is a genre that, while ranging in scope, includes typically in its core unique worlds, powerful creatures and, perhaps above all else, magic. As much as behemoths The Lord of the Rings, A Song of Ice and Fire (Game…

Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars — A Moving Tale of Growth of Galactic Proportions Introduction The written word is something of awe. With the stroke of a pen (or key), authors can transport their audiences to different worlds replete with unique characters, settings and moments. While the thought of full books, collections of written tales…