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Anchihiiroo - Origin of an Antihero (Toonopolis Shorts, #1)
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Jeremy Rodden (Goodreads Author)
In Toonopolis: Gemini, Anchihiiroo (aka Han'Eiyuu) is the former hero of Animetown who turns Rogue after meeting the devious Shadowy Figure, forcing his creator to change him into a villain instead of the anti-hero he once was. Yuki, the albino inventor of Wan-Wan, described Anchihiiroo's background:
“He had a terrible childhood. He was orphaned at an early age when his par...more
“He had a terrible childhood. He was orphaned at an early age when his par...more
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October 15th 2011
by Portmanteau Press LLC
(first published October 13th 2011)
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In Toonopolis: Gemini we were introduced to many characters fleetingly and in such circumstances the hope is often – with a good character at least – that you will get to know a little more. Here is an ideal opportunity with Anchihiiroo – Origin of an Antihero (Toonopolis Shorts, #1).
In this novella we encounter Yoshi, a child whose family is tragically struck down in the war between the pirates and the ninjas. He is saved and begins training to become a great hero, with the guidance of the sarc...more
In this novella we encounter Yoshi, a child whose family is tragically struck down in the war between the pirates and the ninjas. He is saved and begins training to become a great hero, with the guidance of the sarc...more
Anchihiiroo by Jeremy Rodden tells the in depth story of one of the "rogue" toons from Toonopolis: Gemini. I was happy to see this short, as Animetown was possibly my favorite section of Toonopolis from Gemini. With that in mind this could be a stand alone story to help you decide to read the full length book, but I really feel that it works much better after reading Gemini and having an understanding of the world Jeremy has created.
Anchihiiroo was born Yoshi in a simple fishing village. One da...more
Anchihiiroo was born Yoshi in a simple fishing village. One da...more
I recently read Jeremy Rodden’s book, Toonopolis: Gemini and loved it, so I was very excited to learn that Jeremy had written a novella about one of the characters in that book. What a great way to meet this interesting character, to learn his back-story and to see how he fits into Toonopolis: Gemini.
Toonopolis Short: Anchihiiroo is the story of Yoshi, later known as Anchihiiroo and even later known as Han’Eiyuu. The novella introduces us to five-year-old Yoshi at the moment he becomes an orpha...more
This is a very well written novella dedicated to fleshing out Yoshi, turned Anchihiiroo, turned Han’Eiyuu, the rogue character we met in Toonopolis: Gemini. I highly enjoyed learning his background story; it made me much more sympathetic toward him as his upbringing really was one full of tragedy. Having never felt in control of his own life and having suffered at the hands of others for much too long, Yoshi must choose between good and evil. Though he unintentionally sets himself down the wrong...more
I wasn't sure what this book was about when I got it, and it took me a minute to orient myself in the story, but once I was reading I wanted to keep doing so. The setting is an interesting place, and the twist at the end about what the world really is worked for me. I also liked the idea of the anti-hero. I think the story was really interesting and I would recommend this book to a younger audience. It's definitely YA, though I do think some older people might like it. Overall, an interesting st...more
I enjoyed reading Yoshi's story and learning how he ended up being the anti-hero he hated so much. This short isn't as funny as Toonopolis: Gemini; it's a more serious story, but it has funny moments. And of course, a snarky sidekick.
I'm still wondering about the whole brother issue, but I suppose I'll have to read the next Toonopolis installment for those answers. I think I can handle that.
I'm still wondering about the whole brother issue, but I suppose I'll have to read the next Toonopolis installment for those answers. I think I can handle that.
I will have to read Gemini now. This short story, though directed, I think, at a teen audience was a real good read.
The creation of an anti hero is explained perfectly and it drew me into the full tale.
I’m now ready to read Toonopalis.
The creation of an anti hero is explained perfectly and it drew me into the full tale.
I’m now ready to read Toonopalis.
Review on cabingoddess.com my son however gave it four moose droppings, which is REALLY GOOD. I loved it and I ended up hosting an 11 year old on the blog and also a recipe too! THANKS!
I am a big fan of the Toonopolis world and this one did not disappoint!
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I spent the first ten years of my professional life in retail sales, working my way up to store management positions in two different Fortune 500 retailers. Along the way, I managed to earn a BA in Religion and English Writing from La Salle University in Philadelphia, PA and an MA in Secondary Education from Holy Family University, also in Philadelphia.
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