How about discovering what it's like to be a good Otaku? So, if you're an anime lover, you need to check out this guide created by the Japanese Twitter user @t_shigeno. He created 17 goals for a sustainable Otaku. We decided to share them here so you can learn how to be one! Also, consider donating to our blog; that way we can stay alive and working. Now, without further ado, let's get to the list:
How to Be a Good Otaku – Essential Skills
So, now let's explore together the 17 sustainable goals of every good otaku. The first 3 focus on essential and basic functions, but in some situations, these can be overlooked.
01. No Health, No Life: First, we start with this one that reminds us of the importance of physical activity for the body. Because spending too much time playing games and watching anime isn't very healthy.
02. Compatible with social life: Now, we see a reminder of the importance of being responsible as a member of society. That is, don't isolate yourself and participate as a good citizen.
3. Take a Shower: This one is pretty self-explanatory. Basically, a reminder to take a shower!
How to Be a Good Otaku – Consumption
And while we're at it, here are some tips for more conscious consumption in relation to your finances.
4. Keep the economy circulating: First, this reminder says that whenever possible, we should contribute with what we enjoy. So, whenever you can, buy products related to the works you like to support the creator.
5. Support your favorite artist: This is a reminder to encourage you to help your favorite artists. Always support singers, voice actors, anime, games—in short, help them grow and continue their careers.
6. Make the right contribution: Here's a reminder to avoid getting into debt. In other words, make contributions as much as possible, without exceeding your financial limits.
How to Be a Good Otaku – Relationships
SOGs(Sustainable OTAKU Goals/持続可能なオタク目標)
暫定11項目に対していた17項目に追加・アップデートしました。 #SOGs pic.twitter.com/KFHiTBqC2m— しげの@C107水東5ナ06a／火南1p30b (@t_shigeno) December 22, 2021
Following the list, we see fundamental tips regarding relationships in general.
7. Enjoy and move on: First, we see this essential tip reminding us that anime and games are for having fun, not the other way around. So, don't watch anime until you're exhausted or stress yourself out with games. Just enjoy them and move on with your life.
8. Good Relationships: Now, this reminds us to always maintain good relationships with others, regardless of everything. Therefore, avoid isolating yourself or avoiding going out because of anime and manga.
9. I am me, others are others: Remember that everyone is different. So, don't argue about which work is better or things like that. Respect everyone's individual opinion!
How to Be a Good Otaku – Ethics and Society
10. Seek accurate information: First, this is a reminder to always pay attention to true news. Because, with the internet booming, fake news is the most common thing nowadays.
11. Obey the Laws and Manners: This one is pretty obvious, but we can't forget to obey the laws and always be polite to everyone.
12. Take care of your belongings: This refers to taking care of your belongings when attending an anime event, which is always very crowded, and you could end up losing your belongings in the rush.
How to Be a Good Otaku – Future
13. Not just consuming, but providing: This refers to the idea that we should spread our ideas and tastes around the world, so we can inspire other people and interact with other fans.
14. Peaceful view of oneself and others: This is related to the previous point. Regardless of daily discussions, we should always remain peaceful and calm, without wishing harm on anyone.
15. Nurture future generations: This one is pretty self-explanatory. In other words, always try to care for and nurture future generations. Also, if you have a younger child or sibling, get them to watch anime.
16. Courage to change and rest: Now, this reminds us to always be willing to change and relax when necessary.
17. Prepare for the unexpected: Finally, this reminds us that anything can happen. So don't despair if an episode doesn't air on schedule or if a manga chapter is delayed. Always prepare for the unexpected, even death. Because we never know when we'll end up in an Isekai.
So, folks, did you like the list? I honestly found it quite inspiring. Leave a comment below, and until next time.
Source: SoraNews24