#Trese Lite

[jmmangkukulam]

One of my favorite pages in the Trese Lite: Postcard Book 1 is the page where Alex is seen riding a paper boat with Crispin and Basilio in the land of the duwende (tiny earth-elemental creatures). It wasn’t shown much in the actual comics nor the Netflix show how they were like growing up together so this little peek was so nice!

The postcard is from Alex to her father and says the following:

Dear Papa,

All is well in the land of duwende. I feel you sent me here with the Kambal to learn something. We have not encountered any threats ever since we’ve arrived. I’m beginning to worry that I’ve begun to relax my defenses.

~Alex

I feel like Anton sent the kids there together to be able to bond with each other. More specifically, he wanted Alex to learn to trust and accept the Kambal since Alex was strongly against their adoption into the Trese family (she even wanted them killed). Being trained to be a Babaylan-Mandirigma from such a young age, I guess Anton also wanted Alex to have some fun memories to look back to from her childhood. The plan seems to be working with how Alex is able to feel relaxed with the boys in their trip. In the picture, the Kambal also look much more older than when they were taken in by Anton (in the comics). So, it really shows how slowly it took for Alex to finally accept them.

[jm-chrome]

Ever since I read in Trese Lite that Sinag would sometimes visit Alex in her dreams, I’ve been hoping that the twins would someday find a way to be able to talk to each other in reality 🥺

[thenerdsofcolor]

Anime Expo Lite's 'Trese' Panel Talks Origin Story, International Release, and Anime Adaptation

Anime Expo Lite's 'Trese' Panel Talks Origin Story, International Release, and Anime Adaptation #TreseonNetflix

A panel all about the Filipino horror comic series, Trese, is one of many available for VOD through this year’s Anime Expo Lite. Moderated by Megan Peters of Comicbook.com, the conversation brought together comic writer Budjette Tan, artist KaJO Baldisimo, Ablaze Publishing co-founder Rich Young, and executive producer and showrunner of Netflix’s anime adaptation, Jay Oliva, to discuss everything…

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Anime Expo Lite 2021 Presents the Creators of the Netflix Anime Series TRESE

Anime Expo Lite 2021 Presents the Creators of the Netflix Anime Series TRESE

Creators of the acclaimed new Filipino anime series join expanded VOD Programming that immediately follows Anime Expo Lite’s livestream convention July 3rd & 4th; All panels available via VOD July 5th to 16th   Anime Expo Lite 2021 explores the animated action-packed supernatural crime thriller, TRESE in a special creator panel available as part of the convention’s expanded VOD programming…

[exalteranima]

More Alex + Kambal moments from Trese Lite! You can really get a sense of how their relationship dynamic works here.

[my-timesinks-and-pastimes]

National Bookstore needs to change its name to National 🐂💩. I ordered the TRESE LITE Postcard Book almost a week ago!!!

😠😠😠😠😠😠😠😠

[ljaesch]

Anime Expo Lite 2021 Presents the Creators of the Netflix Anime Series TRESE

Anime Expo Lite 2021 Presents the Creators of the Netflix Anime Series TRESE

Anime Expo Lite 2021 explores the animated action-packed supernatural crime thriller, TRESE in a special creator panel available as part of the convention’s expanded VOD programming available starting July 5, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. PST and running thru July 16, 2021. A love letter to the traditions, heritage, and culture of the Philippines, TRESE follows detective Alexandra Trese as she confronts a…

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Anime Expo Lite 2021 Announces TRESE VOD Panel

Anime Expo Lite 2021 Announces TRESE VOD Panel #Anime #AnimeExpo #Trese #Netflix

Anime Expo Lite 2021 explores the animated action-packed supernatural crime thriller, TRESE in a special creator panel available as part of the convention’s expanded VOD programming available starting July 5, 2021, at 12:00 PM (PST) and running thru July 16th, 2021. A love letter to the traditions, heritage, and culture of the Philippines, TRESE follows detective Alexandra Trese as she confronts…

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Guess who’s back in the #cosplay swing of things 😬 I FINALLY got to debut my #TreseCosplay at #SanDiegoComicCon earlier today, though I had a wardrobe malfunction before I even got a photo taken (one of my button chains broke). . . Thank you to my public health and cosplay sister @thegirlwithagreatsmile for the encouragement and support. So glad you finally got to attend and exhibit at #SDCC 👏 If you’re attending #CCSE this weekend, make sure you check out her booth in the 700 section of the exhibit hall. . . Just got home after watching Lumpia with a Vengeance at #CCSE2021 Eating dinner now and hoping I can finish my cosplay for tomorrow. If not, I’ll Plan B and wear it Sunday and wear something else tomorrow. I had 3 builds planned for #SDCCLite - 1 for each day and no usual costume changes midway through the day, but all are new. Costesting at the biggest con in world even when it’s the lite version is nerve-wracking. . . #AlexandraTrese #NetflixTrese #Trese #TreseCosplayer #TreseCosplay #Pinay #chocnut #womenofcosplay #ladieswhocosplay #cosplayofcolor #curvycosplay #cosplayersofinstagram #plussizecosplay #effyourbeautystandards #Filipino #StarWars #StarWarsVision #Sith #Ronin #parasollightsaber (at San Diego, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWxTJOGLT1Y/?utm_medium=tumblr

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The Weekender: Amplified Edition

Despite GDC 2019 going on the background, it’s been a pretty vibrant time in mobile gaming this week. As someone who stands at the convergence of several different gaming spheres (mobile, war games, PC Strategy etc…), I’m always more open to visionary ideas that further merge several aspects of my life – that’s why Google’s Stadia announcement was so interesting.

I won’t re-hash what I’ve already said – while we wait to see how it ultimately turns out we’ll continue to review excellent games like Tides of Time, or Assembly. Maybe not Pirate Outlaws… Roguelikes seem to be the new 'hot' genre at the moment, and this week is no exception.

Meanwhile, In mobile gaming…

Out Now

NecroDancer: AMPLIFIED (iOS Universal)

The original Crypt of the Necrodancer currently stands as one of our favourite roguelike games, so the fact that there’s now a prequel game is very good news indeed. Amplified features brand-new content, as well as all of the original content from the mobile version of Crypt of the Necrodancer, so be mindful if you already own that, there could be some repetition.

The new content features Nocturna, a shape-shifter, with a brand new story and a new zone complete with new levels, boss battles, enemies and rewards. Groove your way through the dungeon, slashing fools to the sick beat.

Crossroads Roguelike RPG (iOS & Android)

Speaking of Roguelikes, there’s another one that looks interesting as well. In Crossroads you create a character by choosing its race and class, and then you must go on a quest as an agent of the Adventurer’s Guild. You journey to your mission by revealing cards laid on a grid. Some cards will reveal loot, or spells, or powerful buffs, while others will present challenges. It’s all procedurally generated, and there are 5 different adventures to embark on.

A Sea of RPGs

Usually when I come to do this column, especially if I’m not able to get code for things in advance, I simply keep an eye on what’s ‘premium’ as a potential source of new games. Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to be working as well as of late, as we’re starting to see more games release with a premium price point AS WELL as IAPs. As far this week goes, there’s been a few RPG releases like that, namely off-brand Pokémon-like Evertale (iOS | Android), and JRPG Legend of the Tetrarchs (iOS | Android).

Evertale’s seems more of a token fee, but both game’s IAPs seem to revolve around in-game currency. As we saw recently with Pirates Outlaws, grind can be bad, and it’s made all the more bitter if you have to pay for the privilege.

But then you’ve also got ThirdMiracle (iOS | Android) & Kings Hero 2 (iOS | Android) which have also released this week and don’t appear to be any more than what they are. The former is another JRPG, while the latter is a hex-based tactical RPG in the old-school fantasy façade.

We’ll try and get to all of these as/when we can, but as always – buyer beware.

Updates

Stardew Valley (iOS & Android) (Review)

This update is just on the recently released android version at the time of writing, but the dev have released a patch that’s fixed a few things.

Star Traders: Frontiers (iOS & Android) (Review)

The gift that keeps on giving, there’s been several updates to the game since we last checked. The main thing you need to know that the upcoming release of deployable fighters and Carrier-class ships has been pushed back till the 2.5 update, and the release of a new Era/Story season has been brought forward. Other than that, the Trese Brothers continue to tweak and adjust their magnum opus.

Sentinels of the Multiverse (iOS & Android) (Review)

A firm favourite amongst PT readers, Sentinels has just received its final expansion along with the 3.0 updates. Season 2 pass holders get it for free, otherwise its available to purchase via IAP. It comes with five new heroes, five new environments, and the final boss battle scenario.

DomiNations (iOS & Android)

One of our favourite RTS games, DomiNations is celebrating its 4th Anniversary with a brand new content update focusing on space travel. Sally Ride, the first American woman to go into space, has been added as new leader, as well as the Space Shuttle and SETI Wonders. In addition, new events have been added that focus on key milestones surrounding mankind’s journey into space, from Yuri Gagarin, to Apollo 13.

Sales

Sentinels of the Multiverse (iOS & Android) (Review): $1.99

To celebrate the launch of the final expansion, the base game has been discounted to just a couple of dollars. 

Steamworld Heist (iOS Universal) (Review): $4.99

We rather enjoyed this stylish turn-based strategy game, and now you can too as the game is once again down to half price.

Football Manager 2019 Mobile (iOS & Android): $5.99

FM Mobile is the streamlined version of Football Manager (you could almost call it ‘Lite’) as opposed to the near-direct port that is FM Touch. It’s currently enjoying a small discount, if you’re interested.

Alien: Blackout (iOS & Android) (Review): $2.99

We didn’t like Alien Blackout, but it’s now on sale for the first time since launch, down a couple of bucks. It’s also recently been updated with a new mode called ‘Survive’, which is basically Ironman.

And just before we go, Android users can pick up the original Warhammer Quest for $1, if you’re interested.

Seen anything else you like? Played any of the above? Let us know in the comments!

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[jmmangkukulam]

More childhood lore from Trese Lite: Postcard Book 1!

So, here’s another one of my fav postcards from the book. The card shows young Basilio receiving a cup of chichirya (chips/junk food) from a man named Mang TengTeng, with Crispin happily crossing the street towards them while holding two bottles.

From context, Mang TengTeng seems to be a mangangalakal. In Philippines, this is someone who picks up junk like bottles, newspaper, cartons, and scrap metal to sell to the junk shop.

Anyway, the postcard had this message written on its back:

Dear Papa,

Mang TengTeng came by today. He brought some chichirya for us. After the Kambal finished their merienda, they rummaged through the scrap metal in the kariton. By the time I finished eating, they had crafted three different types of weapons. It really is in their nature to be destructive and wage war! I still doubt you and lolo made the right decision.

~Alex

What I found interesting here, besides how adorable the Kambal are, was how they were able to create weapons incredibly fast and just from scraps. I love the idea that even though most of the weapons they wield now were made by the Metalero, they actually have the ability to craft their own. I like to imagine that the Kambal has their own workshop where they create various kinds of deadly experimental weapons as a hobby. I hope that we get to see them use their own crafted weapons in the future! They can definitely fight with martial arts if stripped off of their weapons but it’d be funny to see them insist on crafting a make-shift gun from junk just because they find it more fun to fight with weapons.

There’s also young Alex still voicing out how much she distrusts the two war gremlins and hates that they’re now her adopted baby brothers lol.

[exalteranima]

So in addition to the main comics and spinoffs, the official Trese canon also includes Trese Lite, a pretty fun art book of imagined postcards between the various characters. This is as close as we've got to glimpses of how young Alexandra and the Kambal grew up together.

Apologies for the crummy photos. If there are any other specific character requests you have, I can check! There are other postcards here related to Anton, Alex's brothers, Captain Guerrero, Maliksi, and so on.

[exalteranima]

More Trese Lite pages! Did you know that there are other Santelmo in the Treseverse? Liab and Santy are ❤️🔥