Merlyn De Souza
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About Merlyn De Souza
Merlyn De Souza is a freelance writer and anime enthusiast based in Goa, India, with a Bachelor's in English Literature. When she isn't writing, she can be found exploring various realms of entertainment, including, but not limited to, K-dramas, novels, and even the occasional manhwa. She also enjoys all things creative, like sewing and makeup.
Industry Focus
Merlyn has been a writer since 2021. She particularly enjoys writing about One Piece, and has religiously followed the series for over five years. While she is well-versed in the latest shonen hits like Solo Leveling, My Hero Academia, and Jujutsu Kaisen, she also avidly follows and writes about manhwa and webtoons.
Favorite Media
Lately, Merlyn's been especially obsessed with anime like SpyxFamily and webtoons like Purple Hyacinth, I Am The Villain, and The Greatest Estate Developer. She's especially fond of series like Kamisama Kiss, Yuri on Ice, and Ouran High School Host Club.
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"Something We Can Proudly Present": The One Piece Director Hypes Remake After Major Update
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