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Ederlyn Peralta-

Ederlyn Peralta

About Ederlyn Peralta

Ederlyn Peralta is an Anime & Manga Features Writer for CBR. She has an MA in Comparative Literature from San Francisco State University and a BA in Japanese from UC Berkeley. She spends her time playing with tarot cards, collecting crystals, and consuming too much pop culture entertainment. She runs a personal blog and you can find her on Twitter @lynlynsays.

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Spy x Family Season 2 Trailer, Release Date, Plot, & Latest Updates

Anya, Yor, and Loid Forger are back for Spy x Family Season 2, premiering on October 7th. Here's all the latest official news on the new season!

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My Clueless First Friend Sets a New Standard for Anime Friendship

My Clueless First Friend flew under the radar, but its perspective on childhood friendships is worth the watch.

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How the Concept of "Yamato Nadeshiko" Transformed the Female Anime Protagonist

Many female characters are based on this Neo-Confucian concept of "Yamato Nadeshiko," the ideal Japanese woman.

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Yu-Gi-Oh!: Why is Dark Magician So Important to Yugi in the Anime?

The Dark Magician is more than just a trump card in dueling. He's Yugi's friend and guardian.

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Does The Anime Industry Have A Nostalgia Bait Problem?

From Cardcaptor Sakura to Urusei Yatsura, anime sequels and reboots benefit the industry—for the most part, anyway.

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Which Anime Studio Has The Best Anime?

Top anime studios such as Kyoto Animation, Madhouse, and Studio Trigger are always in competition, but one anime studio stands leagues above the rest.

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How Tik Tok & Social Media Changed The Anime Industry

Tik Tok and other forms of social media has proven to have a drastic (and mostly positive) effect on the anime industry.

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Subs Vs. Dubs — Which is Better and Why Do Fans Argue At All?

The Subs Vs. Dubs debate has baffled many anime fans. Looking at the pros and cons, let's settle this debate once and for all.

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The Differences Between Manga, Manhwa & Manhua, Explained

Manga, manhwa and manhua are the same, right? Nope. Here's a comparison between the three types of East Asian comics.

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How The Original Fullmetal Alchemist Anime Ended a Story That Was Nowhere Close to Over

FMA fans rarely acknowledge the 2003 series due to its drastic change to the ending, but even so, it is still a worthy watch.

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Demon Slayer: Does Every Character NEED a Tragic Backstory?

Demon Slayer is known for their characters' dramatic backstories. Yet, the execution of Season 3 makes fans reconsider this literary technique.

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Why Digimon Adventure Hits Way Harder as an Adult

Whether it's survival or the bonds of friendship, Digimon Adventure brings a whirlwind of emotions to adult fans.

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Despite focusing on insomnia, This Seinen Romance Was Too Sleepy to Make an Impact

Although advertised as a mellow romance featuring a unique premise, Insomniacs After School was more of a snooze fest instead of a sleeper hit.

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Can a Season 2 of Masamune-kun's Revenge Redeem This Controversial Harem Series?

Masamune-kun's Revenge returns for an all-new season this summer, but anime fans are skeptical about whether it's really worth watching.

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Summer 2023 Sequels to Look Forward to – That Aren't Bleach or Jujutsu Kaisen

Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen are the most anticipated anime to watch next season, but there are a few other overlooked sequels that deserve attention.

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Fans of Historical Anime Have Something to Look Forward to This Summer 2023 Season

Historical anime fans are in for a treat, as these summer anime combine supernatural, mystery, and romance in the late 19th and 20th centuries.

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Rent-a-Girlfriend: Everything You Need to Know Before Season 3 Begins

The wacky rom-com anime Rent-a-Girlfriend is set to return for Season 3 in Summer 2023. Here are a few key plotlines that may impact the next arc.

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Why Are There So Many Anime About Baking?

Dessert-themed series, such as Antique Bakery and Yumeiro Patissiere, are popular among audiences. Why have they become such an anime staple?

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Ridiculous Isekai Titles That Reveal the Entire Plot

From mistaken prodigies to reincarnated vending machines, here’s a list of some of the most upfront, but ridiculously-titled, isekai series.

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Ash Ketchum Was Actually the World's Greatest Pokémon Trainer for a Long Time

Ash solidified his title as Pokemon Master by winning the Masters Eight Tournament, but Ash was already a great trainer even before that. Here's why!

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