Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Aeron Mer Eclarinal

Content Lead, Content Creator, Writer

Aeron Mer Eclarinal is the Content Lead, Content Creator, and writer of The Direct. Aeron has been working for The Direct for three years, starting in March 2020. Aeron plays an active role in the day-to-day operations of The Direct by writing news and feature articles, ideating content, researching news, and creating social captions. 

Prior to joining The Direct, Aeron worked as a New Media Creator for 90.7 Love Radio of the Manila Broadcasting Company from 2016 to 2017. Aeron then worked as a Creative Solutions Specialist at Magic Inc

Aeron holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Far Eastern University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2016. 

You can follow Aeron on Twitter (@aeronchino) to stay up-to-date with his latest thoughts about all things superheroes and the galaxy far, far, away.

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Aeron Mer Eclarinal's Latest The Direct Articles

The Mandalorian Easter Egg: Ahsoka-Related Star Wars Creature Featured in Season 2 Episode

A familiar Star Wars: Rebels creature was featured in "Chapter 13" of The Mandalorian Season 2.

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The Mandalorian's Huge Baby Yoda Reveal Was Leaked Online 2 Months Ago

In an interesting twist, Baby Yoda's real name was leaked two months ago...on Reddit.

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The Mandalorian: Star Wars Releases First Official Image & Teaser For Rosario Dawson-Led Episode

Star Wars released the first official still from the highly-talked-about episode of The Mandalorian Season 2 involving Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka Tano.

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MCU's Shang-Chi: Simu Liu Teases Voice Role For Future Marvel Games

Shang-Chi's Simu Liu says that he looks forward to voicing his Marvel character in a future video game down the line.

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James Gunn's The Suicide Squad Sets CCXP Panel With Possible Reveals Next Month

The virtual CCXP panel for The Suicide Squad will launch on December 6 at 3PM ET.

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The Mandalorian: Baby Yoda Wears Boba Fett Helmet in Official Concept Art Set

Ahead of the upcoming release of The Art of The Mandalorian (Season 1) book, several pieces of concept art highlight various designs from the successful debut season of the Disney+ series.

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DC Fan Reveals Strange Shrine Featuring Zack Snyder & Christopher Nolan, Creeps Out Shazam Director

A DC fan has shared a unique religious shrine involving several DCEU directors that got the attention of Shazam's David Sandberg.

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Giancarlo Esposito Reacts To Backlash Against Baby Yoda's Eating Habits in The Mandalorian

Moff Gideon actor Giancarlo Esposito admits that Baby Yoda is not terrible for eating Frog Lady's eggs, pointing out that the creature needs to be "happy."

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Fortnite Leak Reveals The Mandalorian & Baby Yoda Skins For New Season

A new leak may have revealed that The Mandalorian will be added to the game's wealth of customizable skins.

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The Mandalorian: Baby Yoda Midichlorians Plot Teased By Moff Gideon Actor

Moff Gideon actor Giancarlo Esposito provided clues on how Baby Yoda fits in the villain's plan, teasing that The Child "represents the possibility of a new humanity."

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Robert Pattinson's The Batman: Photos Reveal Unusual Batcave & Snowy Gotham City Sets

The set photos highlight a snow-filled setting, the Batcave, and several burnt-out buildings around Gotham.

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Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ Show Reportedly Casting Ewan McGregor's Female Co-Star & Other Characters

The Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series will feature a female lead alongside Ewan McGregor's titular Jedi.

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John Boyega Reveals His Star Wars Criticism Led To Phone Call With Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy

John Boyega, who portrayed Finn in the sequel trilogy, revealed in an interview that Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy "verbally showed" her support over the actor's previous comments.

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The Mandalorian: Snoke-Like Beings and a Fire-Breathing Meerkat Revealed in Official Concept Art

11 new pieces of concept art from the latest episode of The Mandalorian Season 2 features Moff Gideon, Baby Yoda, and a potential connection to the sequel trilogy of the Skywalker Saga.

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Deadpool Creator Rob Liefeld Reacts to Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool 3 News

In a series of tweets, Deadpool creator Rob Liefeld shared his reactions towards Deadpool 3, praising Ryan Reynolds' involvement while also describing him as the "shaper of these films."

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Ezra Miller's Flash and Grant Gustin's Barry Allen Pose Together on Official DC Banner

Two new promotional images from DC Comics appear to embrace the multiverse-heavy narrative of the DCEU.

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The Mandalorian: Ming-Na Wen's Star Wars Character Seemingly Revealed For Season 2 Scene

New evidence suggests that Ming-Na Wen, who played Fennec Shand during Season 1, will return at some point during The Mandalorian Season 2.

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The Mandalorian Accidently Featured T-Shirted Crew Member in Newest Season 2 Episode

An unexpected cameo has been featured in the latest episode of The Mandalorian Season 2.

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The Mandalorian: Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka Debut Hinted at With New Season 2 Title

A new leak may offer clues about Ahsoka's impending arrival in The Mandalorian Season 2.

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The Mandalorian: Disney Releases Spoilery Images From Newest Season 2 Episode

The first batch of official stills from "Chapter 12" of The Mandalorian Season 2 showcases hard-hitting action.

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Justice League: Zack Snyder Opens Up About Desaad's Relationship With Steppenwolf & Darkseid

Zack Snyder revealed that Desaad will act as the "go-between" between Darkseid and Steppenwolf during his version of Justice League.

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Ms. Marvel: First Set Photos For MCU Disney+ Series Feature Captain Marvel Connection

The first set photos of Ms. Marvel have finally arrived.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Joe Manganiello's Deathstroke Returns in New Image

A brand new look at the DCEU's Deathstroke has been revealed by Joe Manganiello.

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Marvel's Avengers: Kate Bishop DLC With Clint Barton Officially Announced

Marvel's Avengers officially adds Kate Bishop into the mix with a new DLC centered on the female archer.

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Watch: James Bond 007 Game Announced By Studio Behind Hitman

A new James Bond game is currently in the works from IO Interactive.

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Justice League: Zack Snyder Compares Darkseid's Strength To DCEU's Doomsday

Zack Snyder has claimed that Uxas and Steppenwolf's power levels are "pretty much comparable" to Dawn of Justice's Doomsday.

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Assassin's Creed Valhalla Reviews: Latest Ubisoft Installment Receives Acclaim From Critics

Check out what gaming critics are saying about "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" from the latest review roundup courtesy of the Direct.

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Robert Pattinson's The Batman Spinoff Show Loses Showrunner From Creative Differences

A search is now under way for a new showrunner for the untitled Gotham-focused series after Terence Winter's departure.

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The Mandalorian Season 2: New Images Show Off Katee Sackhoff's Bo-Katan, The Empire & More

The new stills showcased the hard-hitting action of "Chapter 11: The Heiress."

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The Mandalorian: Bo-Katan & Teammates Featured on Official Star Wars Poster

A brand new The Mandalorian character poster was unveiled, and it showcases a fresh look at Katee Sackhoff's Bo-Katan Kryze alongside Sasha Banks' Koska Reeves and Simon Kassianides' Axe Woves.

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The Mandalorian Season 2: George Lucas Came Up With New Character Name During Set Visit

An interesting tidbit about one of the new characters from The Mandalorian Season 2 has been revealed.

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Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow: Actor Teases Romance Between Natasha Romanoff & Mason

Black Widow actor O.T. Fagbenle revealed that Natasha Romanoff "definitely takes advantage" of his character, Mason, during the film.

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Could MCU Movies Premiere on Disney+? A Marvel Exec Weighs In

Marvel Studios executive vice president Victoria Alonso pointed out that the MCU films are solely for theatrical distribution.

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Keanu Reeves' Constantine Co-Star Claims Sequel to 2005 DC Film Is Happening

Constantine star Peter Stormare seemingly hints in an Instagram pose that a sequel for the 2005 film is currently "in the works."

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The Mandalorian Season 2: WWE Superstar Sasha Banks Reacts to Her Star Wars Debut

In her latest tweet, WWE's Sasha Banks shared that she can't stop smiling while watching her Star Wars debut in The Mandalorian Season 2.

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Marvel Exec Comments on Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark's Potential Resurrection in MCU

Marvel Studios executive vice president Victoria Alonso reveals that they don't have any plans to resurrect Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark in a future MCU film.

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Disney Reveals Some Spoilery Images from The Mandalorian's Episode 3 of Season 2

A new batch of The Mandalorian Season 2 images shows more bonding moments between Mando and The Child.

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MCU: Jeremy Renner's Hawkeye Hearing Loss Hinted By Disney+ Casting Call

A new casting call may offer hints that Jeremy Renner's Clint Barton will lose his hearing during the Hawkeye Disney+ series.

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The Mandalorian Season 2: New Promotional Image Features Star Wars Rebels Cruiser

Topps has released a brand new The Mandalorian Season 2 trading card, and it features a familiar ship from Star Wars: Rebels.

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Black Panther's Chadwick Boseman Receives Special Tribute From Spider-Man: Miles Morales

A special tribute to the late Black Panther star, Chadwick Boseman, was provided by the new PlayStation game, Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

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