Jason's Gallery - Waves of Reunion: Ryo and Kasumi

Hey Toonsters and Gamers alike,

Thought I present to you my first artwork to you for the new year, featuring two of my favorite characters from their respective mediums, specifically anime and gaming, Ryo Sanada from Ronin Warriors (Yoroiden Samurai Troopers) and Kasumi from Dead or Alive, in a tropical setting. Enjoy my latest artwork, for it will warm you up in an otherwise cold atmosphere right now.

The sun hovered over Zack Island, casting its warm embrace over the tranquil shore. A gentle breeze whispered through the palm trees, carrying the scent of salt and the promise of adventure. Ryo Sanada, a young man with a storied past, ambled along the beach, wearing his red Hawaiian shirt with floral patterns, wearing a necklace with the Takeda crest on it, and beige pants rolled up to above his ankles, his eyes drawn to the horizon where the sky kissed the ocean. The sand beneath his bare feet was hot, yet it felt cool against his skin, a stark contrast to the battles he often faced as a Ronin Warrior...

As beautiful as any sea maiden that inspired her, the runaway shinobi, Kasumi expresses her confidence without being feared of being hunted by her fellow ninjas of her clan. Let the cherry blossoms flow around her, for her innocence is always illuminating, as she awaits her beloved Ryo Sanada, her benevolent samurai prince.

Happy New Year from the Rekka Dragon! (and other stuff)

Happy New Year, toonsters and gamers alike!

Sorry for the lack of posts last month (or last year), I was celebrating the holidays as usual. Needed to take a break and try to refocus on what my goal is. And right now, I am doing some more artwork (especially perfecting my line art and coloring methods, plus digital art), more writing, and even side gigs like doing some voice work with other ASMR artists like Sensory VA Audios. Although Ash is all set with everything in her extended universe, and if she ever decides to use some of my fan work, she will let me know. But for now, I will let her universe run its course.

Anyway, I got so much goals I need to accomplish, and this year is no different, especially getting back into blogging, from video game reviews, to opinions on everything related to cartoons or anything nostalgia and so forth. I swore an oath to Stefan that I will continue where he left off and I am not going to break it now. And with so much I got on my plate, it will be a struggle, almost as awkward than trying to download your PSP games into your PSP through the PS3, but that story is for another time.

To close this blog, I will end it on a somber note, although I should've post it last year (or last month).

Gil Gerard, who he know best at the title character in Buck Rogers in the 25th Century has died on December 16th, 2025. He was 82. Godspeed, Captain Rogers, and say hi to Twiki for me.

Gilbert Cyril Gerard
(January 23, 1943 - December 16, 2025)

If you want to know more about his life and career, visit Wikipedia for more info:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gil_Gerard

Until next time, stay frosty, resist modern attitudes and embrace nostalgia! Happy New Year!

Saraba da (Farewell)...for now!