https://www.cbr.com Read up on the latest Anime News, Reviews and Features from the team at CBR. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:30:19 GMT en-US hourly 60 Bleach is one of many Shonen action anime where the protagonist's lineage provides substantial insight into not just their heritage, but the story's broader lore and sometimes even its combat system. In Bleach's case, protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki has inherited practically everything this world has to offer, though he has no idea about it in the beginning.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 22:16:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bleach-kurosaki-family-tree-explained/ Demon Slayer has introduced a wide variety of combat-ready characters on both sides of the endless feud between humanity and Muzan Kibutsuji's demon hordes. The best Demon Slayer characters all learn and grow as they fight throughout this anime, such as developing new combat techniques and shoring up their greatest weaknesses to be better balanced.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/how-demon-slayer-best-characters-improve-strength/ The Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War anime is full of surprises as the Soul Reapers and the villainous Quincy Empire fight one last battle for the fate of the Soul Society. Both sides are using powerful secret weapons never before seen, such as the Quincy Medallions and even Rukia's very own bankai. Now, the Soul Reapers and Sternritter are fighting to see who has the best zombies.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bleach-mayuri-four-arrancars-explained/ Square Enix recently confirmed that its anime adaptation of Yuu Morikawa's supernatural comedy manga series, Mr. Villain's Day Off (Kyūjitsu no Warumono-san), is all set to grace screens.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:36:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mr-villains-day-off-trailer/ Berserk is an eternal classic in anime and manga. The epic saga details the life of an outcast warrior who joins a band with a beautiful and charismatic leader. Part of what makes the series so dark is how it takes traditional fantasy tropes and fairytale concepts and turns them on their head, showing the worst mirror image of those tropes.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/berserk-classic-fantasy-tropes-ranked/ Plenty of shonen anime series draw inspiration from the best works in previous generations, such as the classic shonen "Big Three" following the example of Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball. More recently, smash-hit shonen series like Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer drew inspiration from the Big Three in turn. It's easy to see how Demon Slayer borrowed the best ideas from both Naruto and Bleach, such as demon slayers being the next generation of Soul Reapers and Tanjiro's trio taking cues from Team 7 in Naruto.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:40:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/how-jjba-inspired-demon-slayer/ Roronoa Zoro is the resident swordsman of One Piece's Straw Hat Pirates and one of the strongest people on Monkey D. Luffy's crew, second only to the captain himself. Since he was a child, Zoro has aimed to become the strongest swordsman in the world, and as a result, he has made it his goal to defeat Dracule Mihawk — the man who currently holds the title.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:20:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-blades-roronoa-zoro-wielded-used/ Shonen anime are the most popular shows among the anime demographics. The tales of inspiring adventures entice audiences worldwide. Fans love watching their favorite characters perform harrowing feats to defeat their enemies and achieve their goals. Unfortunately, a lot of the same character tropes are frequently used, so the shonen genre can feel a little stale at times. However, a particular group of shonen anime has proven to have some of the best writing and best stories that combat the monotony.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 18:31:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/shonen-anime-best-stories-writing-ranked/ Like many of the anime based on long-running shonen manga series, Naruto has a lot of filler arcs. This is because the anime usually begins before the manga is complete, meaning the series often has to fill time until there’s more of the major plot written to move the story forward.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:56:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-every-filler-arc-anime-episodes-skip/ Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2 has released the preview video and promo images for the anime's twelfth episode, "I Want to Tell." The upcoming episode is the first part of the season finale.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:51:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mushoku-tensei-preview-images/ Yuki Suetsugu needs no introduction. She's one of the most prominent mangaka in the industry. Yuki is the genius behind the widely popular manga and animated series Chihayafuru, which took the world by storm with its depiction of the traditional Japanese card game called karuta.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:11:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/yuki-suetsugu-chihayafuru-creator-trivia-fun-facts/ Anime is full of unique characters, narratives, and settings, but despite this level of diversity, there are still some common tropes that appear across the medium. One well-known cliché that is repeatedly used in a variety of genres is timeskips, which often completely change the tone of their respective series.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 15:40:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/game-changing-anime-time-skips/ Fans of Puella Magi Madoka Magica can now preorder a stunning figurine of one of the story's most popular characters.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 15:26:44 GMT https://www.cbr.com/homura-puella-magi-madoka-magica-figurine/ A new free-to-play My Hero Academia video game is on the way.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:28:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-hero-academia-new-video-game/ Some anime are so popular that even people who don't routinely watch romance anime recognize the titles or characters. Sometimes anime fans are aware of classic romance anime on their radar but starting a series with a big fan base can be intimidating. Sometimes anime are popular mostly for nostalgic reasons and may not hold up to newer audiences, but there are plenty that earned their popularity and will still hold up with new viewers.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/overrated-romance-anime-classics/ Jujutsu Kaisen is a "Dark Trio" anime that focuses on narratives such as hunting monsters, a supernatural "school life" theme, body horror, and the never-ending battle against the villainous Mahito and his curse allies. The characters' own arcs tend to build upon these themes as well, such as Yuji befriending Aoi Todo and Maki Zenin's ideological battle against her traditionalist family. There's not much room for fluff like obligatory romance subplots, but Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 found a way to include it anyway.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/how-jjk-s2-can-develop-nobara-correctly/ When an anime fan watches a juggernaut shonen anime series like One Piece, they must focus on the overall plot and the most important details of the characters such as their Devil Fruits or their personal motives. There's a lot to keep track of across 1,000+ episodes and almost as many characters, but on a second pass, a One Piece fan can pick up on small details they missed the first time.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:00:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-villains-birthdays-height-and-zodiac-signs/ Some special Dragon Ball busts were recently put up for sale and have already sold out.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 22:01:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-busts-gogeta-vegito/ The Japanese anime industry is adept at depicting wacky comedy and exciting, larger-than-life action scenes with the use of colorful and expressive visuals, but that's not all anime can do. Plenty of anime fans are more interested in heavy drama and darker stories, which calls for some truly heartbreaking and tragic scenes. Plenty of anime deliver on that front, and some are famous for it.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:33:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/saddest-anime-scenes-ever-ranked/ One Piece focuses heavily on the "found family" trope, most of all with the Straw Hat pirates and the Luffy/Ace/Sabo brother trio. The story doesn't linger much on Luffy's biological family, however. It wasn't until the end of the Water 7/Enies Lobby saga that readers finally learned a bit about Luffy's family through his grandfather, Monkey D. Garp.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-luffy-grandfather-origin/ Dark fantasy is a sub-genre that takes traditional fantasy and ups the stakes. It can have a quiet contemplative or morose tone, or it can be full-on ultra violence and filled with cruel tyrants. Dark fantasy tends to revolve around creatures like vampires, demons, and fallen angels. The magic is often eldritch and horrific with creatures that could be described as "nightmare fuel."

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 20:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dark-fantasy-anime/ Studio Ghibli will become a subsidiary of Nippon Television.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:59:31 GMT https://www.cbr.com/studio-ghibli-subsidiary-nippon-television/ Most people will occasionally have a desire to repeat parts of their lives. For some, it may be to talk to someone who has passed on or to relive experiences that are no longer possible for them. It's a normal feeling, and anime has explored this concept in numerous ways over the years. Time loops, age reversals and Isekai tap into desires that can not be satisfied through life. The past will always remain the past, but the laws of reality do not apply to anime.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:40:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/isekai-anime-second-chances/ Since 1998, Hunter x Hunter has been one of Shonen Jump’s most popular series. It has produced a manga as well as two separate anime adaptations. Despite several frequently prolonged hiatuses, the ongoing manga is currently up to 400 chapters. Unfortunately, fans haven't had any new updates since late December 2022.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:20:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/strongest-hunterxhunter-characters/ The antagonists of Dragon Ball have fallen into a sameness. They may come in different forms and come from various places, but there's one thing they all have in common. They all have the same kinds of interactions with Goku and his friends. It's a near-endless cycle of unfamiliarity, condescension, surprise, and anger. In this sense, the fighters coming from beyond Earth work against them. They can't get to know the Z-Fighters without battling them, so all their reactions are variations of one another's.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbz-androids-best-villain-hero-dynamic/ Death Note is a supernatural crime thriller anime that depicts the brilliant Light Yagami on his quest to rule the world as Kira, the embodiment of brutal justice. To change the world, Light kills off not just criminals, but people who get in his way.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 18:30:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dark-death-note-deaths/ Season 2 of Spy x Family is premiering this upcoming fall anime season, and fans are waiting eagerly for Anya Forger's next spy adventure. And so, here's all the latest news and updates about season two to prepare you for the new season.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 18:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spy-x-family-s2-release-date-trailer-plot-updates/ The Naruto universe is back with a bang as Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 2 arrives in bookstores.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:42:49 GMT https://www.cbr.com/boruto-two-blue-vortex-trailer/ The Hashira are the strongest warriors in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. They're arguably the most significant characters in the story, as they seek to eradicate the demon menace and bring peace to the world. The Hashira are led by Kagaya Ubuyashiki, who only allows the strongest fighters to join the Corps. They are always searching for a successor to pass their techniques on to after their death or retirement.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:40:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-strongest-hashira/ My Happy Marriage is a supernatural historical romance about Miyo Saimori who is rejected by her family for her lack of psychic powers. She is very much a Cinderella-inspired character, while her new fiancé is more of a "monstrous" bridegroom. When she's thrown into an engagement with him, she expects him to be utterly awful.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:10:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-recommendations-like-my-happy-marriage/ The isekai genre has some incredibly weird entries, with most of them taking the idea of bizarre, inane reincarnations to ridiculous extremes. One of these is Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon, which features a normal man being reincarnated as, well, a vending machine. It's no surprise that this ridiculous concept has finally earned the property an anime adaptation, though its longevity is highly questionable.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:51:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/reborn-as-a-vending-machine-s2-could-be-problem/ Anime embrace many different genres and extremes, but some of the medium's most popular series are those that are dense in combat. Fight sequences may be crucial to many anime, especially the shonen genre. However, there's still a lot of room for interpretation when it comes to the depiction of this combat. Heightened anime series like Demon Slayer or Chainsaw Man transform fight sequences into grandiose spectacles that defy reality.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:30:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/most-realistic-martial-arts-anime-manga/ The Admirals (and Fleet Admiral) are the highest-ranked officers in the Navy. They, above all, are supposed to embody the Marines' strong desire for justice in the One Piece world. They also provide unquestioning loyalty to the Celestial Dragons of the World Government, even if their desires contradict the pursuit of justice. Being one of these men means having a firm moral compass, devotion, and absolute power. These qualifications should make them strict and uncompromising, especially toward the pirates the Navy regularly hunts down.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:10:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-admirals-who-dont-like-the-navy/ Plenty of anime characters talk themselves up and boast about their incredible powers, but not all of them can back it up. Some characters, often villains, speak from a position of power and genuinely threaten the heroes, while other characters are all bluster. If an anime character is all bark and no bite, they're bound to make fools of themselves when the talking ends and the fighting starts.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:41:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-characters-who-lie-pretend/ The battle of the strongest sorcerers has finally reached its end in Jujutsu Kaisen, after proving to be the most hair-raising death match of the series so far. Chapter 235 saw Gojo Satoru successfully drain Sukuna of all his strength after the pair spent thirteen consecutive manga chapters at each other's throats. Gojo has more than proven his worth, well and truly earning the title of the world's strongest sorcerer.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:20:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jjk-should-gojo-defeat-kenjaku/ As the former Symbol of Peace, All Might occupies a unique position in My Hero Academia where he is simultaneously one of the series' most beloved characters and also one of its most controversial. While it is undeniable that his decades-long crusade resulted in record-low crime rates, one could also argue that his suppression of the problem, not elimination, was indirectly responsible for the increased villain threat plaguing the entirety of Japan.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mha-how-all-might-proves-he-loves-deku/ Netflix's One Piece live-action series is the first truly great anime adaptation for many reasons, including its pitch-perfect casting for the main characters, the gorgeous set pieces, and most of all, some resourceful ideas to compress 60+ anime episodes into just one live-action season. This included streamlining and enhancing certain One Piece story arcs so they feel faster, fresher, and more creative than ever. That includes the Syrup Village story arc, which introduced Usopp the habitual liar.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:41:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-live-action-horror-arc/ Since debuting in 1997, One Piece has become one of the most recognizable media franchises in the world. The series is the best-selling manga of all time, and as indicated by the massive wave of hype surrounding the release of its live-action adaptation, Monkey D. Luffy and his crew show no signs of slowing down.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:30:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-characters-who-deserve-a-spin-off/ In the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, one sorcerer is objectively more powerful than all others: Satoru Gojo. Being born with both the Limitless technique and the Six Eyes, Gojo is naturally blessed with seemingly infinite talent and potential. Yet still, despite all his overwhelming strength, Gojo's existence isn't necessarily a good thing for JJK as a series.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jjk-gojo-may-have-to-die/ WEBTOON has announced an extensive lineup of panels, creator signings, swag, and more in preparation for New York Comic Con.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:00:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/webtoon-nycc-lineup/ When anime fans watch a lengthy and exciting shonen series like My Hero Academia, they will usually focus on the most important aspects of each character first, such as their Quirks, their personal goals/dreams, and their relationships with other people. Then, on a second pass, anime fans will have fun exploring the more intimate details that humanize these characters.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:00:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mha-villains-birthday-height-zodiac-signs/ Anime make up some of the most popular television series and films, animated or otherwise. It's remarkable to notice how certain anime series can turn into sweeping pop culture phenomena that drive forward passionate fandoms. It's not unusual for an anime's entire cast of characters to resonate with audiences, but there are also plenty of occasions where one or two individuals take on new lives beyond their source material.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 21:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-characters-more-iconic-than-their-series/ Anime villains have quite a reputation for being bad. Several of the most evil characters are found in anime across many different genres. However, there are anime villains who don't deserve the bad reputations they've gained. These villains may not be entirely sympathetic, but each of them has an understandable reason for their villainy.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 20:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-villains-who-deserve-better-reputations/ Crunchyroll has officially released its Fall 2023 lineup.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:41:03 GMT https://www.cbr.com/crunchyroll-autumn-2023-anime-lineup/ Dragon Ball Super Chapter 97, “Rampaging Cell Max,” delivers pure action as the fight against Red Ribbon’s ultimate creation, Cell Max, intensifies. Dragon Ball Super’s manga has been caught up in an expanded adaptation of the anime’s latest feature film, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, since Chapter 88, “Super Heroes are Born.” Chapter 97 highlights that this movie adaptation is still going to last for several more chapters and it’s even likely that Gohan’s upcoming Beast transformation will be used to punctuate the manga’s 100th chapter. Anime fans know that huge changes lie ahead for Dragon Ball Super’s heroes, but “Rampaging Cell Max” focuses on largely new material that should please those who have never experienced this content as well as those who have repeatedly watched Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:40:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbs-97-spoilers/ Everybody knows how dominant Star Wars has been in the sci-fi genre for years, and this huge franchise has inspired countless others to follow suit in exploring space, time, and beyond. While Star Wars itself is still going today having been established back in the 1970s, it does still have plenty of competition, even from sci-fi anime.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:20:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sci-fi-anime-like-star-wars/ Controversy and media are eternal partners. There's no escaping from the scrutiny of the audience over objectionable stories and content, even if it's anime. There's no shortage of mind-boggling anime series that left the audience shocked, if not traumatized.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:30:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/most-controversial-anime-ever-ranked/ In anime, a villain's depravity was usually intended to make the hero look better in comparison. Though sometimes given sympathetic qualities, they're meant to represent forces fundamentally opposed to the beliefs of the hero and audience. In this regard, a villain was almost as responsible for making a protagonist likable as the hero themselves.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 17:40:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/most-evil-anime-villains-ever-ranked/ The creators of the breakout shojo hit My Happy Marriage (Wata Marriage) announced that the anime has been renewed for a second season.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 17:34:47 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-happy-marriage-second-season/ The best anime feature a multitude of plot twists, emotional climaxes, and intense fights. Almost every series has a beloved and memorable episode, scene, or moment that changed the entire franchise forever.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 17:11:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-best-moments-changed-everything/ Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead has proved itself to be a series with revolutionary themes. After the zombie apocalypse takes hold of the world, Akira Tendo's life is turned around in the best ways possible. It comes off as a blatant attack on unfettered capitalism and the consequences that it has on the psychological state of its workers.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:10:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/zom-100-comments-on-patriarchy/ When it comes to supernatural romance anime, vampires tend to make the most popular love interests. But yokai and demon love interests follow swiftly behind in popularity – and they are just as fantastic in a romance plot. Demons are incredibly varied creatures with diverse lore, powers, and backstories.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:40:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-anime-romance/ Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 has revealed preview images for the anime's ninth episode before it premieres on September 21.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jujutsu-kaisen-season-2-episode-9-preview/ In spite of how the show ended, Game of Thrones will forever be seen as the standard-bearer for the fantasy genre, for how globally renowned and beloved the series became. Game of Thrones was epic in many ways, from the scale of its world-building and the countless characters that were explored, to the massive battles, shocking twists, and persistent sense of dread that lingered throughout.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:01:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/epic-fantasy-anime-like-got/ Anime is extremely versatile when it comes to its subject matter and these series can tackle grandiose fight sequences in something like Dragon Ball Z or tell fantastical tales of empowered females in magical girl anime like Sailor Moon. Anime is also no stranger to controversy and the limitless nature of this medium means that many series push boundaries or expose their audience to uncomfortable themes and characters.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 14:10:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/problematic-anime-that-deserve-second-chance/ The first time an anime fan watches a juggernaut series like Naruto, they want to know the essentials of how each character functions, such as their best ninjutsu, their motives, and their relationships to other people. Later, a fan may wonder about the more intimidate, mundane details of these characters to make those characters feel better-rounded. This can add a whole new dimension to the characters of Naruto, who are defined by more than their jutsu and cool outfits.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:31:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-villain-birthdays-height-zodiac-signs/ At first, Jewelry Bonney wasn't set to do anything that important to One Piece's overarching narrative. She might have been among the nine Supernovas introduced in the Sabaody Archipelago Arc, but that meant surprisingly little. According to Oda, he created these characters in rapid succession with no plans for them to excel in the New World; if he hadn't decided to expand upon their roles, Bonney's capture before the time skip might have been the last anyone saw of her. For all anyone knew, Bonney was meant to vanish into obscurity, never to be seen again in the New World.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-jewelry-bonney-theory/ The world of shonen anime features some of the best fictional villains the world has ever seen. These legendary antagonists are highly compelling and memorable not just because they are powerful and ambitious, but because they have interesting things to say about the world, other characters, and themselves. Such quotes range from passages in villain monologues to one-liners or observations about the world during a moment of reflection.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/shonen-anime-villains-best-quotes/ Dragon Ball is one of the most recognizable anime series of all time. Its characters are well-known by many, and their most iconic moments have essentially become clichés for the shonen manga genre due to the widespread inspiration they've had on other series.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 00:01:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/memorable-dragon-ball-scenes/ Season One of Heavenly Delusion thrust viewers into a dystopian world rich with shocking twists and unforgettable moments. As the dystopian anime progressed, though some answers were revealed by the end of season one, viewers were left with even more questions. Heavenly Delusion is told through parallel narratives that may or may not be occurring in the same timeline.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 21:30:50 GMT https://www.cbr.com/heavenly-delusion-season-1-shocking-moments/ In One Piece Chapter 790, "Heaven and Earth," Monkey D Luffy used his Gum-Gum King Kong Gun to finish Donquixote Doflamingo forcefully and instantaneously. In Episode 733, "Attack on a Celestial - Luffy's King Kong Gun of Anger," Toei Animation recreated this scene, but fans were displeased with them for dragging it out. Despite this, Oda did the same thing with Luffy's Gum-Gum Bajrang Gun against Kaido in Chapters 1048 through 1049. Now, Episodes 1075 and 1076 of the anime recreated this dragged-out scene. The difference is that the punch was canonically dragged out in the manga. The anime is copying Oda's example in this instance.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 21:01:50 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-wano-final-punch-vs-dressrosa/ When it comes to popular love interest character types, most think of tsunderes, but kuudere characters are the unsung hero in shojo anime. Kuudere tend to be female, especially in shonen and seinen anime, but in shojo anime, they tend to be males. The female shojo kuuderes, though, are generally wonderfully complex and have extensive internal worlds, which make them interesting and complicated love interesst.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:01:44 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-kuudere-shojo-anime-characters/ Luffy's win over Kaido is one of his most significant achievements since One Piece started. By taking out the Strongest Creature, he took his place as an Emperor of the Sea, earned a 3 billion Berry bounty, and established himself as one of the strongest characters in the series. Unfortunately, many consider this win invalid for one reason or another. Some say Kaido lifting the island stopped him from fighting at full potential. Others say fighting multiple opponents softened the King of Beasts up for the Straw Hat captain. The general assumption is that if these two were in a one-on-one fight with no outside help or interference, Kaido would have easily beaten Luffy.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:40:44 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-luffy-vs-kaido-fair-fight/ New York Comic Con will premiere a special episode of My Hero Academia Season 6.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:11:42 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-hero-academia-new-episode-premiere-nycc/ Anime history is full of memorable deaths, with many shows using a sudden passing to raise the stakes or change the cast's dynamics. Fans rarely forget a well-timed and well-executed death, with many famous ones getting referenced or talked about years after their initial airing.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:30:40 GMT https://www.cbr.com/avoidable-anime-deaths/ Bartender: Glass of God has released its first full-length trailer.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:13:39 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bartender-glass-of-god-full-trailer-studio-liber/ Sometimes an anime has such subtle foreshadowing that fans watch the series over and over, hunting for clues of what unfolds later in the series. Even if an anime's foreshadowing is ham-fisted and plainly in the face of the audience, it's still effective because it adds tension and audiences can't help but ponder how foreshadowed events will unfold. Other times, obvious foreshadowing is a hint that trope will be subverted with a vengeance.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:41:35 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-foreshadowing/ Romance is an easy genre to adore. The stories are set around love and belonging, and make fans feel safe. Even tragic romances are appreciated because of the love that was shared along the way. Romantic anime do both happy and sad romances justice by enhancing the emotion and putting it to a more expressive medium – animation.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:10:31 GMT https://www.cbr.com/romance-anime-with-the-best-stories/ WEBTOON canceled the English publication of the popular Get Schooled series due to its allegedly racist portrayal of multiethnic characters.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:23:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/webtoon-get-schooled-racism/ Since the conclusion of the Raid on Onigashima, the adventures of One Piece's protagonist, Monkey D. Luffy, have reached a fever pitch, signaling the beginning of the series' long-awaited final saga. As a fully-fledged Emperor of the Sea, the Straw Hat Pirate and his crew are more notorious than ever before, which has earned them the ire of several powerful factions — at least one of which followed the crew to their most recent stop, Egghead Island. Shortly after Luffy and his allies meet Dr. Vegapunk, the World Government initiates an assault on the island, introducing three new Seraphim-model Pacifistas in the process.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:10:33 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-crocodile-seraphim-could-confirm-woman-theory/ The announcement of the anime adaption of Bryan Lee O'Malley's graphic novel series, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, has led to plenty of excitement. The series has long been a cult classic, with fans desperately waiting for more content based on the series.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:40:34 GMT https://www.cbr.com/scott-pilgrim-anime-graphic-novel-changes/ Netflix's live-action adaptation of the One Piece manga and anime did its best to capture the essence of Eiichiro Oda's original story, and it largely succeeded in many ways. It featured impressive acting by the main cast, wonderful set pieces, authentic costumes, and exciting action sequences. Still, some compromises had to be made to maintain the pacing, as fans saw in the Baratie story arc.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:40:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/netflix-one-piece-sanji-recruitment-arc/ Berserk is among the most compelling seinen manga and dark-fantasy epics ever told. The late, great Kentaro Miura's artwork comprised some of the best panels in the medium. Many longtime fans were elated that the series came back on track to finish Miura's vision following his untimely passing, but his artistry wasn't easily replicated.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:10:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-berserk-manga-panels/ My Hero Academia's shonen superhero mash up became a trailblazer in the anime genre. Though the series has comedic and action-packed scenes, it still has its fair share of dark moments as well. In most anime, a dark moment tends to involve one or more characters dying, and that is certainly true with My Hero Academia.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:30:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dark-mha-moments/ Groundbreaking anime comes around every decade, and it’s interesting to examine the different changes that accompany these contrasting time periods. There are still plenty of modern anime that subvert expectations and redefine the medium, like Wonder Egg Priority, Lycoris Recoil, or Jujutsu Kaisen, but it’s also important to not overlook the past and the important series that have helped anime get where it is today.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:00:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-important-80s-ranked/ My Tiny Senpai is the latest office romance to enter the anime scene. Romantic comedies based in a workplace setting are steadily gaining popularity and inadvertently becoming a distinctive sub-genre of their own. If fans are lucky, they’ll get one romance office title a year or every season, but that just isn’t enough given the success of the existing series. Wotakoi set the bar high for workplace comedy and then came The Ice Guy and His Cool Female Colleague, which kept the ball rolling. That’s why fans had high hopes for My Tiny Senpai carrying the torch, and thankfully, it didn’t fail.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 23:16:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-tiny-senpai-office-romance-anime/ Although isekai stories have had their share of ups and downs, the genre's also been responsible for some classic series over the years. Fans of the genre enjoy isekai because they offer interesting fantasy settings while remaining relatable through their grounded protagonists.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 22:45:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/isekai-manga-actually-great/ Anime is an endlessly versatile animated storytelling that grows more ambitious and creative with each passing year. There are modern anime classics like Attack on Titan, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, or Fruits Basket, but it’s fair to say that none of these current hits would be where they are without the innovative series from the ‘90s.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 22:16:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/influential-90s-anime/ New York Comic Con 2023 is gearing up to be an epic event for Jujutsu Kaisen enthusiasts, and Loungefly has just revealed a ton of new merchandise for the event.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 22:12:48 GMT https://www.cbr.com/loungefly-nycc-jujutsu-kaisen-merchandise/ Naruto became a shonen icon for many reasons, including its outstanding combat system, delightful characters, and certainly its plot twists and best moments. Naruto's story is packed with hard-hitting plot twists that keep viewers guessing, and some of them are downright shocking and brutal. Naruto won't hesitate to shake things up and throw viewers for a loop.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:30:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/shocking-naruto-moments/ One Piece primarily focuses on action and adventure, since protagonist Monkey D. Luffy is all about freedom and exploration, not being an idealistic hero. Still, Luffy is a good person at heart, and he will gladly show other people kindness with his words, actions, or both, even if it means showing them some tough love. This has led to many heartwarming scenes with One Piece's hero, and he's not alone, either.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:00:29 GMT https://www.cbr.com/heartwarming-one-piece-scenes/ Avatar: The Last Airbender has been a hit since it debuted in 2005. Since then, it has accumulated fans around the globe for the way it portrays tough issues. The characters are a large part of what makes the show so accessible for its young audience. They help create a story that features a lot of political issues, but never talks down to its viewers. Congruently, the show has also been praised for its humor and realistic relationship dynamics.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rewatchable-avatar-the-last-airbender-episodes/ Studio OLM has released the first trailer for its original anime, Pon no Michi.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:31:58 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pon-no-michi-mahjong-anime-trailer/ After more than two decades, One Piece has cemented its position as the best anime and manga series of all time. Fans love the action and characters, but they also appreciate the deep and emotional storytelling. Every popular Shonen has its share of memorable moments, and One Piece has a lot of them because of its incredible length. Some of these moments stand out because they are funny or cool, but others are memorable because they shocked the audience.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:30:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/shocking-one-piece-moments/ The world of One Piece is defined by a single quest — the pursuit of Gol D. Roger's legendary treasure, One Piece. An entire generation of pirates set pirates out to sea in search of the King of the Pirate's legacy, and along the way, many of them explore the Grand Line and learns its secrets, many of which were hidden by the World Government itself. Anyone who wants to become a pirate needs to be extremely strong to defend themselves against the Marines, but as evidenced throughout the series, there are more than enough powerful sailors to cause the World Government issues. While some of these sea-faring outlaws are evil, many pirates are kind-hearted and/or well-meaning. Shanks and the Red Hair Pirates, one of the first crews introduced in One Piece, are a great example of this, simultaneously possessing a jolly disposition and monstrous strength to back it up.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:00:32 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-powers-abilities-red-hair-pirates-explained/ In the early 2000s, a series of light novels known as A Certain Magical Index was released. Upon garnering acclaim for its well-designed characters and interesting story, it received an anime adaptation courtesy of the studio J.C. Staff. After the anime's release, the franchise gained even more new fans worldwide. This, however, is where things get a tad bit confusing and understanding the A Certain Magical Index watch order is a difficult task.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:40:29 GMT https://www.cbr.com/a-certain-magical-index-anime-best-watch-order/ One Piece is packed with not just cool worldbuilding and exciting fight scenes, but also some incredible dialogue to bring all these characters and their world to life. Dialogue is often the best way for characters to express themselves and comment on the world they live in, and the best quotes will stick in viewers' minds for many years to come.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:11:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-mc-quotes/ One Piece prides itself on many things, but since its debut in 1997, one thing has continued to define the series: its unique character designs. Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates rarely come across boring or uninteresting characters, which helps keep their adventures exciting and original no matter what corner of the seas they choose to visit.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-unique-amusing-character-designs/ Following its penultimate episode, the highly anticipated 13th and final episode of Horimiya: The Missing Pieces, is set to air on September 23, 2023.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:07:59 GMT https://www.cbr.com/horimiya-the-missing-pieces-final-episode-preview/ Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball has been a consistent source of entertainment for anime and manga fans for more than 35 years and this has led to a strong synergy between Dragon Ball’s audience and its creator. Dragon Ball understands how to embrace certain shonen storytelling tropes and patterns while also subverting these conventions in ways that continue to surprise the dedicated fans.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:40:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/db-fan-therories-better-than-canon/ The values of friendship are one of the most prominent in anime and manga, and there's nothing in the medium quite as joyous as watching the formation and development of its strongest bonds. Come hell or high water, anime heroes know they have their friends to rely on, and the power of their friendship will overcome even the most strenuous challenges. Unfortunately, not all bonds in anime manage to prosper forever.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:40:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/friends-to-enemies-anime-characters/ The Japanese anime industry is supported by a large handful of popular and well-established animation studios. These studios work hard to entertain anime fans around the globe, and the very best anime studios can proudly list some of the world's favorite anime as their very own productions.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-anime-studios-and-their-popular-works/ Despite being syndicated for over 25 years, One Piece still presents many questions that demand answers. Among its many narrative threads, there are countless events that need to be explored. While Will of D., the lineage of Shanks, and the identity of Rocks D. Xebec are but a few of these mysteries, they speak to the show's interest in the lineage of One Piece's cast. The anime explores this recurring theme time and time against. As the series approaches its long-awaited final saga, there are still several major characters whose backstories and lineage are completely unknown. Arguably, the most noteworthy of these individuals is none other than Dracule Mihawk, the World's Strongest Swordsman.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:11:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-theory-mihawk-shakky-silvers-rayleigh-son-evidence/ One Piece enjoys no shortage of iconic characters, but even among its crowded field, Trafalgar Law is a fan favorite. Alongside Monkey D. Luffy, Law is a member of the Worst Generation, and following the Raid on Onigashima, the pair each possess a bounty of three billion Berries. As a child, Law vigorously trained in martial arts under Lao G, an executive of the Donquixote Family, giving him exceptional hand-to-hand combat abilities. The former Warlord of the Sea's Haki is also exceptionally strong; however, he still primarily relies on his Devil Fruit abilities during battle. With this power, he became one of the Grand Line's most feared warriors.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:00:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-trafalgar-law-devil-fruit-powers-explained/ Even the best anime can fall short sometimes. Great anime have been known to have some poorly written scenes or annoying characters. The worst thing a fabulous anime could do is land just shy of having a perfect ending. As sad as the thought is, this phenomenon happens more often than fans would like.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/almost-perfect-anime-finales/ Through the years, the anime medium has spawned a wide variety of beloved series; however, none are more popular than Dragon Ball Z. The adventures of Goku and the Z Fighters have taken them across galaxies, universes, and even different timelines, and along the way, they've uttered a quite a few memorable quotes.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/fan-favorite-dbz-quotes-original-english-dub-ranked/ Netflix's live-action One Piece adaptation finally broke the live-action anime curse, setting a new standard for bringing anime to life with real setpieces and practical effects. Some compromises had to be made, however, such as toning down some of the original One Piece anime's most ambitious visual tricks and even omitting entire scenes. All this was done to preserve the series' brisk pacing, even if it meant cutting out entire arcs like Loguetown.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/netflix-one-piece-right-to-skip-loguetown-story-arc/ Romance is one of the main components of most shojo anime. Classic titles all feature a doe-eyed heroine who falls head-over-heels for a handsome and charming love interest. Even as the demographic has evolved over the years, this time-old tradition has held true in many modern titles.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 22:15:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/greatest-new-gen-shojo-love-interests-ranked/ My Hero Academia is getting a new OVA before the next season debuts this fall.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 21:55:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mha-gets-new-ova-featuring-mirio-togata/ High school stories may have all the drama, but anime about college life has all the charm. Stories of young adults transitioning from carefree teenagers to mature individuals have their separate appeal and resonate well with their respective audiences.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 21:15:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/greatest-college-anime-young-adults-ranked/