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An Interview with Gigi, the Prolific Kirby Translator and Editor-in-Chief of WiKirby

Aug 28, 2024

Gigi, a prolific Kirby translator and editor-in-chief of WiKirby, shares her journey from a fan in Brazil to a key figure in the Kirby community. She reveals surprising Kirby facts sourced from Japan-only content and discusses the intricacies of translating game materials, emphasizing cultural nuances. Gigi highlights collaborative efforts in managing WiKirby, citing the importance of teamwork. The conversation also touches on her love for various games like Pokémon and personal gaming recommendations, creating an engaging blend of insights and passion for the franchise.

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Quick takeaways

Gigi's journey into the Kirby franchise showcases her passion for gaming, starting from her initial encounter with 'Kirby's Canvas Curse' in 2009.

As Editor-in-Chief of WIK Kirby, Gigi emphasizes the importance of collaboration and community in managing comprehensive Kirby content translations.

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Gigi's Journey into the World of Kirby

Gigi's introduction to the Kirby franchise began in 2009 when she spotted her brother's friend playing 'Kirby's Canvas Curse' on the DS. Initially confused, she thought it was a Pokémon game but was quickly captivated by Kirby's unique gameplay and copy abilities. This fascination led her to explore other Kirby titles, such as 'Super Star Ultra,' and subsequently immerse herself in the broader Kirby community through forums and fan projects. Gigi’s early experiences inspired her to create a fan comic and become active on platforms like Reddit and Discord, where she continues to connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Intro

5min

Ranking Favorite Kirby Games

2min

Passion for Kirby and Collaborative Management in WiKirby

3min

Translating Kirby: A Journey of Language and Fandom

12min

Translating Kirby: Insights and Community

25min

Exploring Gaming Interests Beyond Kirby

2min

Community Engagement and Gaming Recommendations

4min

If you've ever read an English translation of a Kirby article or developer interview that was originally published in Japanese, chances are you've encountered the work of Gigi. We've cited her work several times on this podcast in the past and also refer frequently to WiKirby, the massive Kirby wiki for which she serves as editor-in-chief. So it's an honor to have her join us on this episode for a wide-ranging interview, where we cover topics like how she become such a prolific Kirby translator, the most surprising Kirby facts she's ever unearthed in Japan-only content, and what Kirby culture is like in Brazil, her home country. We learned so much in just an hour with her, and chances are you'll walk away from this episode having learned about more than a few pieces of Kirby content, from novels to board games, that you never even knew existed.

We encourage listeners to give Gigi a follow on Bluesky at @gigi9714.bsky.social you can follow this Carrd link to her many projects and communities.

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