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Asad is a passionate writer and lifelong enthusiast of anime, gaming, and storytelling. When he's not immersed in research or writing, you’ll find him watching anime, playing League of Legends, ...

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Lucas Kloberdanz-Dyck is a writer for Collider. He grew up creating lists, stories, and worlds, which led to his love of anime and video games. He attended Sheridan College where he earned an Honours ...

Lucas Kloberdanz-Dyck is a writer for Collider. He grew up creating lists, stories, and worlds, which led to his love of anime and video games. He attended Sheridan College where he earned an Honours ...