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Nicky Rodriguez

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About Nicky Rodriguez

Nicky is an Anime/Manga Features writer at CBR. She is also a disabled comic artist, flatter, and colorist currently chipping away at her webcomic, The Unlucky Ones and the Edge of Nowhere, and its graphic novel. She illustrated the bilingual children's book, Con Papá/With Papá, and holds a BFA in animation and an MFA in comics from California College of the Arts.

Latest Articles

Tanjiro and Nezuko ready for battle in Demon Slayer.
Demon Slayer: Why Did Muzan Turn Nezuko Into a Demon?

Muzan Kibutsuji has spent centuries growing his strength and his army of demons, but was turning Nezuko always part of his plan? And if so, why?

These Are the Biggest Wins and Losses of the Fall 2022 Anime Season
These Are the Biggest Wins and Losses of the Fall 2022 Anime Season

Some anime stand out for how great they are while others, not so much. Here are some of the best and worst titles from the Fall 2022 season.

flint the time detective
Flint the Time Detective Was the Perfect '90s Kids' Anime

What was this '90s hidden gem about, and what kept it from reaching the same level of popularity as other big anime series of its time?

Cyberpunk Edgerunners David looking at Trauma Team and explosion
Cyberpunk Edgerunners: The Inspiration and Origins of Night City, Explained

What things inspired Cyberpunk: Edgerunner's Night City, and how important a role does this setting play in the anime's plot?

rangking of kings heike story to your eternity
The 2010s Had Anohana & Violet Evergarden - What Are the Saddest Anime of the 2020s?

The 2020s might still be getting started, but these are some of the saddest anime to come out of the current decade so far.

Wilk looks at a young Asirpa
Golden Kamuy: Will The Truths of the Past Affect Asirpa's Role?

The closer Sugimoto and Asirpa get to the gold, the less realistic it seems that he can keep her from taking an active role in the violence.

The Count of Monte Cristo
What Made Gankutsuou So Unique – And Does it Still Hold Up Today?

2004's Gankutsuou is probably one of the most visually iconic anime to date, but does its eclectic visual design stand the test of time today?

Kikuta, Tsukishima, and Ogata share a look in Golden Kamuy
Golden Kamuy: How One Phrase May Signal a Showdown to Come

[SPOILER] has yet to appear this season, but Episode 4 continues to show how they've always been one step ahead of the game -- for years.

Saki and Akira from Eden of the East posing for a selfie while a building burns in the background.
What Makes Eden of the East Such a Good Rookie Anime?

With a slew of anime to choose from, why is Eden of the East such a great choice for beginners -- and what makes for a good entry anime anyway?

Toni listens in battle against Ariko
Golden Kamuy: The Growing Threat of the 7th Division

Episode 3 reminds viewers of what the 7th Division is capable of and what both opposing groups face if they cross paths with Tsurumi's men again.

Kadokura pins Sekiya to the building
Golden Kamuy Plays a Deadly Game of Chance

Kadokura and Kirawus close in on Sekiya as they race to save Hijikata. Will Kadokura's bad luck be their downfall or the thing that saves them all?

Just Because! anime promo
Why Just Because! Was Such a Poignant Coming-of-Age Anime

There's no shortage of coming-of-age anime, but the 2017 series Just Because! manages to rise above all the rest with its emotional impact.

Asirpa, Sugimoto, and Shiraishi on the dog sled in Golden Kamuy
Golden Kamuy Returns With Its Race Out of Russia

The race for the gold is back with Golden Kamuy S4. Sugimoto and Asirpa are reunited and out of Russia, but has [SPOILER] managed to track them down?

Faputa peers at an overgrown Gaburoon
Made in Abyss's Season Finale Comes Full Circle

The Made in Abyss Season 2 finale wrapped up an important and tragic saga, but what warnings does it give for the future?

David getting ready to open fire in Cyberpunk Edgerunners
Is Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Studio Trigger's Best Anime to Date?

Trigger is well-known for anime that are an unforgettable ride from start to finish, and Cyberpunk: Edgrunners may very well be the studio's best yet.

Promotional image of Kemono Jihen
GeGeGe no Kitaro Fans Should Check Out Kemono Jihen

Like GeGeGe no Kitaro, Kemono Jihen is all about encountering different monsters and trying to keep the peace between their world and ours.

Nanachi Returns
Made in Abyss: Does a Second Wind for [SPOILER] Mean an Inevitable Conclusion or a Change of Heart?

With Iruburu unguarded from the abyss, there's little time to waste. Will the arrival of new opponents throw a wrench in [SPOILER]'s plans?

What Makes Aria the Quintessential Iyashikei Anime?

The 2005 anime Aria embodies all the feel-good, healing mainstays that define the iyashikei genre of anime and manga.

Faputa and Reg examine his robot hand
Made in Abyss: Is Loss the Only Way to Secure a Positive Future?

As Faputa arrives to unleash her vengeance on Iruburu, what losses will the trio be forced to suffer in exchange for continuing their quest?

Faputa stands outside Iruburu
Made in Abyss: The Power of a Wish

Reg's promise to Faputa is finally revealed, but will it get in the way of saving Nanachi, and will it cost more than he could have imagined?

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