=MissRedRose started the DAOS project a while ago back in August. It was one of the most influential things I had ever read. She really did a great job putting them together and I personally learned a ton from them. Now, due to time constraints, she can no longer keep up with the project so myself and =KatSushimi247 now are at the reigns of it. Lets learn about it now

The DAOS!

The DAOS stands for the Deviant Art Otaku Spot and is a bi-weekly news letter put out be me. It is a newsletter is for deviants, who don’t want to leave DA to get their anime news. It contains a variety of information from how to cosplay to the tools of an anime artist. If it has to do with anime, it will probably be covered. Each issue contains reviews of both Manga's and Animes. Our resident manga reviewer is none other than =KatSushimi247. She writes some truly awesome reviews. For the anime reviews, I do those.

Well, now that you know what it is, lets pay some homage to all the old articles. You should really read these, they are very informative!

The Deviant Art's Otaku Spot Issue #1

Issue One Feature: What Anime and Mangas are and what they ARE NOT.
This newsletter, will showcase some of the many things that follow the anime and manga worlds. It is my hope that all of you who will continue to read the newsletter and be informed on what’s hot, what’s not and what is going to take the entire otaku world by storm!! This week, we are introducing anime and letting you know what is up and what this newsletter is all about!

The DA's Otaku Spot--Issue Two--Otakudom 101

Issue Two Feature: Otakudom 101
This week, we will be discussing what is known in the anime/manga world as “otaku”. We will be discussing it’s origins, it’s history, it’s importance in the US anime/manga society, and the proper way of living the Otakudom lifestyle..

The DA Otaku Spot-For The Love of Bishonen!

Oh, for the Love of Bishonen!
This week, we are talking about the many genres in anime/manga. We’ll also be explaining the importance of hybrid series, and how even your favorite series can change from one genre to another over the many arcs and seasons that the series may have.

DA Otaku Spot-Series Fanbase Shopping!

Feature of the Issue: Series Fanbase Shopping!
This week, we will be discussing about how many anime/manga series earn their fanbases. From the mainstream marketing tactics of merchandising, advertising placement and mainstream TV spots. To the group of underground series, that does not get as much press, but acquire a loyal fanbase. To the group known as fansubbers and scanlations, and how they play a vial role in the anime community.

DAOS-Issue 5-Words Every True Otaku Should Know

Words Every True Otaku Should Know
This week, The Otaku Spot is going to list all the words, terms, and phrases, that every true otaku, regardless of how long they have been one or not should know. This is also a good article to read if you are the non-otaku friend, or parent of an otaku, so you know what everyone is talking about the next time you are lost at an “anime convention”. In addition, we will be defining what that term means too!

The DAOS-A Pirate's Life For Me!

A Pirate's Life For Me!
This week, the DAOS, will be talking about Fansubs and Scanlations. We will be discussing how they are made, its history, their positive and negative impact on the anime/manga industry, and what the industry can do in order to promote series and still protect themselves from illegal bootlegging sales.

The DAOS-Issue Seven:The Otaku Buzz Fall 2007!

The Otaku Buzz Fall 2007!
Greetings friends and fans of the DAOS! I James Kyoya-Sama will be reporting a very special issue of the Deviant Art’s Otaku Spot. We are going to be talking some of the hottest news that otakus all over the world are blogging and gabbing about!

An Anime Artist's Retort, to the Anti-Anime Artist

An Anime Artist's Retort, to the Anti-Anime Artist
This week, the DAOS, will be talking about a common issue amongst anime/manga otakus and artists alike, and that is what to do with your anti-anime artwork friends. For our otakus readers, we will try (and I mean try) to explain why they are that way. And for Anti-Anime Artist readers, we would like to explain why it is okay to not like anime and manga, but not okay to disrespect our art styles or the artists who do the actual artwork.

The DAOS-Issue Nine!

Stuff From Japan, Which We Would Love in Our Hometowns!
This week, the DAOS, will not only be talking about items and places that we wish we could have that are found only in Japan, we will be updating you all with some awesome contests and some projects that we at the DAOS are working on!

The DAOS Issue Nineand3/4: Now For These Messages

Now For These Messages…
This week, the DAOS, will only be talking about who we are, and the awesome things that we are planning as a staff. We are saving all of our energy for next week’s issue, which is our special TENTH ISSUE!! YAY, we made it this far!!!

The DAOS 10: Oh For The Love Of Death Gods!

Oh For The Love Of Death Gods!
This week, the DAOS, in honor of the Cartoon Network release of the anime series, we will be talking about Death Note! Read it to find out about it!

The DAOS 11: Anime Artist's Tools

Anime Artist's Tools
This week, the DAOS, will be honoring the requests of our second winner of the “Name the Topic” Contest and we will be talking about the tools of the anime artists, and how to find them!

The DAOS 12: Artist Tables And YOU!

Artist Tables And YOU!
This week, The DAOS will be talking about Artist Tables at Anime Conventions. While Convention Season is kinda over, many conventions have begun selling their artist tables for 2008! Before you start becoming a traveling artist, be sure to read this issue! Heck, even if you are a non-anime artist but you wish to open an artist table somewhere, read this issue too!

DAOS 13: WE'RE BACK!!!

WE'RE BACK!!!
After an insane holiday hiatus, the DAOS is back again and we’re opening up with the Winter Otaku Buzz 2008!! James Kyoya-Sempai is back and he’s going to be informing you all about the things that otakus are all talking about while they are stuck ringing up customers at their seasonal jobs for cash! (Cause that’s exactly what Venus Benihime-Sama is STILL doing right now anyway.)

DAOS-The Way of The Cosplayer Pt 1!!

The Way of The Cosplayer Pt 1!!
For the next three weeks, we will be talking about a growing trend in the Otaku community, which is known as Cosplay! In this issue, we will be discussing its history, and where to start in your cosplay adventures! So check out this week's introduction issue!

The DAOS 15-The Way Of The Cosplayer Pt. 2

The Way Of The Cosplayer Pt. 2
In my final issue, we will be talking about a growing trend in the Otaku community, which is known as Cosplay! In this issue, you’ve finished the outfit of your choice, and you’re all set and ready to go! Before you go out to show it off for all the otaku community to see, be sure to read this issue!

The DAOS 16-Upcoming Sping 2008 Anime Schedule!

Upcoming Sping 2008 Anime Schedule!
With the new Anime Season right around the corner this issue of The Deviant Art Otaku Spot will be listing the upcoming series, their genre and their air dates.

The DAOS 17-Digital Anime Artists Tools

Digital Anime Artists Tools
Part one of 2 of the anime artists tools! In this issue we will be focusing on the digital side of the anime artist tools and tell you some of the pros and cons of each of the most widely used software, the physical tools people use as well as prices

These articles are amazing! Please take the time to read them, you will not regret it!

Enjoy,
^Damaged927
Manga and Anime Gallery Director