Short story: Reborn among Shadows The city was glowing with the intensity of the New Year's lights, but in a small apartment, Daniel was watching from his window, plunged into a profound silence. Laughter and shouts of joy echoed in the distance, but for him, everything was a distant echo. Loneliness enveloped him like a heavy blanket, reminding him that another year had passed without really connecting with anyone. As the fireworks exploded in the sky, his mind traveled to…
Top 5 musical - December, 2024 Friends, this is the last count so far of the year 2024 - currently finished when publishing it -, and I must say that this has been totally different from the previous ones that have been characterized by showing music in English, so, this time we focus on the Spanish language, coming from Spanish-speaking countries. On the other hand, it should be remembered that this count is based on the data of my official LastFM account. So without…
Short story: Luke's Forgotten Treasure It was a sunny day in the small town of Valle Verde, and Lucas, a 25-year-old with a great passion for video games, decided to visit an antique store he had heard about from a friend. Since childhood, he had dreamed of having a video game collection that included the iconic Nintendo 64, the console that had marked his childhood and that he had shared countless hours of fun with his friends. As he entered the store, a smell of aging wood…
New drawing: Kirby We return to our usual segment of drawings to present this time the elaboration of Kirby in pixel style. A simple and quick drawing to make and that has few materials for its creation. Now, without further ado let's get started. 1- we started with the creation of a series of paintings with the help of a ruler and they will have a dimension of 0.5mm both in width and in length. 2- next, we select the squares that will shape our figure: 13 along and 14…
New drawing: Pikachu We continue with our pixel-style drawings, and for this occasion we have Pikachu. This work is simple to do, so anyone could do it and more in a short time and with few materials. Next we will see the whole process step by step story. 1- the first thing I did was to draw a series of lines that allowed me to place the center inside the space of the sheet (in this case a cardboard). 2- then, fill the entire delimited area with a series of squares whose…
New Drawing: Flynn (Adventure Time) Many people grew up watching this series on Cartoon Network, something that in my case was not like that since I have a certain age, but, nevertheless, I kept watching the series with random episodes when they broadcast it on the channel; the program was very entertaining to watch, and at the same time, attractive for the design of the characters, that's why, today it's time to see the elaboration process to draw the respect of its…
Short story: The Rebirth of Consoles In a small town, where the hustle and bustle of everyday life often drowned out the dreams of its inhabitants, there lived a man named Javier. Since his childhood, he had been passionate about video games. He remembered the endless afternoons at his friend Carlos' house, where they immersed themselves in fantastic worlds, fighting dragons and competing in kart races. However, life had taken him on different paths; his days were full of…
New drawing: Pixel-style pizza We are back with our drawings section, and for this occasion we are going to show the step by step for the elaboration of a pizza 🍕in pixel art style. So without further ado let's see how it was done. 1- we take a piece of cardboard to which we are going to draw first with the help of a ruler and a 3H pencil the X and Y axis; for later, and after delimiting an area fill in with a series of squares, whose dimensions will be 0.05 mm wide and…
New Drawing: Ghosts of Pac-Man Yes, they are the same ones that come to chase through the entire labyrinth where Pac-Man is to prevent him from collecting all the spheres that would allow him to advance in level. These friendly ghosts are an icon of the world of video games and pop culture; and that's why, we will see below the process for the elaboration of these pixel-style characters, in short steps and with few resources. And without further ado let's get started. 1-we…
Short story: The Shadow of Plutocracy: An Endless Mystery By the year 2051, the world had changed drastically. The largest company on the planet, known as "The Company", had acquired full control of the global government. In this new order, wealth was synonymous with power, and elections had been replaced by shareholder meetings where the vote was determined by the number of shares each citizen owned. The government was formed by those who accumulated the most shares, and…
Short story: Between Brushstrokes and Shadows In a small town surrounded by green hills and cobbled streets, where the sun set behind the mountains painting the sky in orange and pink tones, there lived a man named Mateo. He was a passionate cartoonist, known for his vibrant and full of life works, which reflected the beauty of the world around him. However, despite his talent and dedication, Mateo felt increasingly frustrated. His country's economy was going through a…
My Drawing materials, 2025 Greetings friends of the community. It is a pleasure for me to show with pleasure all my materials with which I usually make my drawings, which are a lot of tools that I have been accumulating over the years, practically since the Covid-19 pandemic began, and to which I have dedicated myself completely. Now, without further ado let's start with this tour. COLORED PENCILS As you can see we have those that are in their respective boxes - there are…
Short story: The Future of Psychology in the Age of Artificial Intelligence In an auditorium full of expectation, a group of academic specialists gathered to discuss the future of the different branches of psychology in a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. The room was full of renowned psychologists and academics, each with their own perspective on how these technologies could transform traditional theories and practices…
New drawing: Street Fighter I actually don't know the name of this character, but that's not why I stopped myself from wanting to draw her when I got her in a videogame magazine, while I was flipping through it. If any of you know her name, please let me know in the comment box. Now, for the realization of this drawing, some very simple steps were carried out, such as creating a silhouette of the character that will be modified until having the desired appearance. Then, we…
Short story: The Code of Destiny In a bustling city, where the lights of university buildings shone day and night, there lived a young man named Alex. He was a university student passionate about technology and the digital world. Despite his academic load, Alex always found time to explore his personal interests. In his free time, he immersed himself in the fascinating world of programming. At first, everything seemed like a maze of strange codes and symbols, but Alex did…
Short story: The Code of Destiny: Total Darkness With excitement and curiosity dominating his mind, Alex prepared for the meeting. Ethan, although worried, decided to accompany him to make sure everything went well. - Be careful, Alex. We don't know who we're messing with — Ethan warned as they walked towards the meeting place. - I know, but I feel like this is a big deal. I can't pass up this opportunity — Alex replied, firm in his decision. The coordinates led them to an…
Short story: The Importance of the Independence Wars It was a sunny autumn day, with an intense blue sky and a gentle breeze that rocked the leaves of the trees in the garden of Sofia's house. She, a fifteen-year-old girl with light brown hair and bright green eyes, sat at her desk, surrounded by books and papers, preparing to write an essay on a topic she was passionate about: "the importance of the independence wars on the American continent." Her room, painted a soft…
Short story: Crossed Identities: The Debate on Latin American vs Hispanic American It was an autumn evening when the television studio was filled with anticipation. A group of people, each with their own perspective and experience, had gathered to discuss a topic that had generated a lot of discussion in recent years: the use of the term "Latin American" versus "Hispanic American". The moderator, a journalist known for his impartiality, welcomed the guests and the discussion…
Short story: The Battle for the Throne: Doom vs Quake on the PixelWarriors Forum It was an autumn day in 1995, and the world of video games was in full swing. On an Internet forum called "PixelWarriors," enthusiasts gathered to discuss the latest developments and share their passions. In this environment, an exciting debate was underway: Which was the best computer game between *Doom* and *Quake*? The forum became a vibrant stage, with users confronting each other with…
Short story: The Comic Adventure at the Free Software Convention It was a sunny spring day when Carlos, a young university student passionate about technology, decided to attend a free software convention with his friends, Ana and Tomás. His goal was to learn more about Linux and, of course, have some fun. Upon arriving at the event venue, a Moderna convention center in the heart of the city, they felt excited and anxious about what was waiting for them. Carlos, with his…
Short story: The Revolution of the Urban Tribes At the Central University, a vibrant and lively place, cultural diversity was manifested in every corner. The halls were full of students who were grouped into urban tribes, each with its own aesthetics and lifestyle. Nerds, with their superhero T-shirts and laptops always in tow; geeks, who were hotly arguing about the latest video game release; and otakus, who moved in a world of anime and manga, were just some of the…
New drawing: Pikachu We are back with the drawing section, friends. And this time we will see the step-by-step elaboration of Pikachu in pixel style. This job requires few materials and time, it is not necessary to have great drawing skills, just patients and concentration. Now, without so much detours let's start. 1- we take a cardstock on which we will draw a cross that shapes the X and Y axis, using a ruler and a 3H pencil. 2- next, we made a series of paintings that will…
New Drawing: Spider-Man We are back with more drawings, and this time we are going to present Spider-Man; in a design that was extracted from a coloring book. And without further ado let's get started. 1- First we make the sketch with a 3H pencil on a cardstock. 2- once the desired shape of our character is obtained, we ink it with a marker pen, and remove all the graphite with a white school eraser. 3- from this moment we started painting, starting from the head with…
New Drawing: Pokemon Sphere For those people who are fans of the Pokemon world, you will surely love this publication because we are going to show the elaboration of a drawing of the sphere where these creatures are usually contained before each battle. The drawing is made in pixel style. Now, without further ado let's get started. The steps to follow are: 1- we take a sheet where we will draw with a 3H pencil and a ruler the X and Y axis. 2- then, we draw a series of lines…
Short story: The Coffee Club and the Best Anime of All Time In a small cafe called "Café Kōsen", a group of Otaku friends met every Saturday afternoon. The place, decorated with classic anime posters and action figures that seemed to come to life, was his refuge. That afternoon, the topic of the debate was one that always ignited passions: what were the best adult animes of all time? Hiroshi, the self-proclaimed leader of the group, leaned forward with a smile that could…
Short story: Under the Stars: An Otaku Debate It was a cool summer evening, and the central park of the city was illuminated with a soft glow coming from the street lamps. The leaves of the trees whispered to the beat of the wind, creating a magical atmosphere that invited reflection and camaraderie. In a secluded area, a group of otakus had gathered, forming a circle on the green and well-kept lawn. They had spread colorful blankets and brought snacks that filled the air…
Short story: The treasure among the trash In a bustling city, where the noise of traffic and the movement of people were constant, there lived a man named Miguel. He was a middle-aged man, with an always ready smile and an insatiable curiosity. He worked at a garbage collection company, a job that many considered painful and unrewarding. However, Miguel had a different view. For him, every day was a new opportunity to discover hidden treasures among the waste. Every morning,…
Short story: The Last Station It was a cold autumn afternoon at the city subway station. The fallen leaves danced to the rhythm of the wind, as passengers rushed to their destinations, wrapped in their coats and scarves. The sound of the train echoed off the concrete walls, creating an echo that filled the atmosphere. In the crowd, a man in a dark suit, with a tense expression and a perfectly fitted tie, was waiting for his train. Her face reflected the rush and stress of a…
New Drawing: Pokemon: Squirtle Friends, I come to bring you another cool drawing based on one of the creatures of the Pokemon world, called Squirtle. I know for sure this one will have a lot of fans and they will respond with the presentation of this work in pixel style. Now, without further detours we will see its elaboration step by step, so let's start. 1- the first thing we are going to do is draw with a 3H pencil and a ruler is a cross, which will well be the X and Y…
Creating a bag with recycled materials Greetings, friends of the community. For this occasion I will show you a different content, in which we will see the elaboration of a bag with recycled materials, step by step by step. Now, without so much detours let's start. 1- the first thing we are going to do is to extract the fly from a plastic packaging, the same one that contains a set of bed sheets. To remove it we can help with a cutter and a scissors. 2- then, we take a piece…
Short story: Covacha-Con: An Epic Disaster It was a bright sunny day in Mexico City, and the bustle of the city throbbed with a special energy. In the midst of this urban chaos, a group of friends was preparing to attend the Covacha-Con 2025, the largest anime and comic convention in the city. With their cosplay costumes, they looked more like a parade of cartoon characters than a normal group of young people. Diego, a tall, thin guy with curly hair and an infectious smile,…
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