Top 20 Fictional Swordsmen

Among blade weapons, the sword is what I find the most impressive.  And I think it’s not only me; the universal sentiment on the matter is the same, for in fiction, swords are given more emphasis than any other blade weapons and swordsmen are fondly portrayed as the coolest, most badass, and most important among weapon-wielding warriors.  And for that reason, there are plenty of notable swordsman-type characters in fiction.  That is...

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Chain of Thoughts: Marvel NOW!'s Anniversary

Marvel NOW!, for me, has been more successful than DC’s New 52which, though succeeded in rejuvenating sales, proved to be unnecessary and poorly thought out in the end.  In contrary, Marvel NOW! took what worked with the New 52 – new status quos and issue number ones – but kept the history of its continuity intact (which the New 52 didn’t , causing many problems in so many levels). In has been a year since I wrote about my thoughts...

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The Superhero of Superheroes (A Sunday School Sermon)

Sunday, October 6, 2013, was the first time I ever delivered a Sunday School sermon for all children belonging in the intermediate department.   Below is my sermon’s rough draft.  Of course, it was not the actual words I used during actual delivery; I was mostly speaking in Tagalog (so that the children can understand it better).  Also, I didn’t use this as guide at all during my actual sermon (forgot to bring it), but the flow...

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