The first season of One punch man it was unlike any other. It turned the typical shōnen series on its head through great fights, hilarious writing, and, without a doubt, the most powerful character in the anime. The second season, however, is considered a huge disappointment. The first season featured the main character, Saitama, in all his glory, while the second season focused on less interesting secondary characters that seemed to slow down the anime. Additionally, the famous Madhouse animators were replaced by JC Staff, which immensely reduced the overall quality of the animation. For the upcoming third season to…
Author: Branson Knowles
Black Clover is an exciting shōnen series with a lot to offer both on the surface and just below it. It's a series starring Asta, a boy without magic in a world where magic is valued above all else. Although he is at a severe disadvantage because of his inability to use magic, Asta overcomes obstacles better than any other character in the series and most other anime characters. He is a strong-willed, good-hearted boy who turns into a ball of fun and destruction as the series progresses. Black Clover does a great job of portraying genuinely heartfelt themes throughout…
Black Clover and a hidden gem of the shōnen genre. With more than 150 episodes and a film, it's a delight for anyone who hasn't had the pleasure of watching it yet. Even though it's quickly gaining a cult following of devoted fans, there are many anime viewers who have yet to check out the series. Black Clover is a series starring Asta, a magicless peasant in a world where a person's ability to control magic determines their position in life. While the series undeniably has fans thanks to Yūki Tabata's original manga and Pierrot's anime adaptation, Black Clover remains…
Mothers in anime can be a guiding force for their children. They can support them through difficult times and give them the courage they need to move forward. It doesn't matter whether an anime mother is a biological mother or just someone who is trying hard to raise a child, she can play a crucial role in her children's lives. Good anime moms come in all shapes and sizes. Some are hard on their children, making sure they stay in line and do the right thing. Others are there to remind their working children to relax and enjoy life as…
There is nothing better than seeing an anime reference outside of its original series. Some shows or moments are so popular that other series can't help but incorporate some of their elements into their own shows. Main staples of the anime medium, such as Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, Pokémon, and much more can be found not only in anime but also in Western films and TV. It doesn't take much to include an anime cameo in a series. Sometimes the cameos are so quick that you might need another watch to catch them. Anime cameos don't have to derail a…
The anime’s Kuudere characters are some of the calmest, rarely showing emotions and instead remaining in a constant state of stoicism. Although a tsundere character in anime might hide their true emotions, kuuderes don’t hide anything – they are actually calm. Kuudere’s characters, however, are not devoid of emotion. There are rare moments when a kuudere character breaks down, showing a brief flash of feeling. These moments are often more rewarding because of his stoicism, highlighting how important the situation must be if it is a kuudere care. Kuuderes are always some of the best secondary characters in anime. They…
Hunter x Hunter is a powerhouse of shōnen anime. Created by famous mangaka Yoshihiro Togashi, Hunter x Hunter tells the story of Gon Freecs as he progresses from a bright-eyed boy to a mature young man. He starts the series as a simple boy who lives in a small town far from the rest of the world. He dreams not only of exploring the world around him, but also of finding his father, the mysterious and enigmatic Ging Freecss. He finally leaves his island and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime. During his travels, Gon is forced to grow…
The most powerful families in anime can be complicated, to say the least. Sometimes they are on the same side, other times they are not. Families like Briefs in Dragon ball stayed together through thick and thinand even though Vegeta can be a curmudgeon, his wife Bulma knows exactly how to deal with him. Other families, like the Uchiha in Naruto, They are not as intimate, but they are equally, if not more, powerful. They act like a giant political force, controlling and influencing the people around them to achieve their goals like a monolith. The best families in anime…
Dwarves are a rare race in anime. When they appear, they will certainly make a difference. Dwarves are generally the greatest blacksmiths on whatever world they live on. They provide the main character with the divine weapons they need to fully realize their power as protagonists. There are a few main characteristics that define all dwarves: they are short, they make great blacksmiths, and they generally prefer to solve things with their fists rather than spells. If a main character has a dwarven blacksmith, his equipment will be better than the rest. Dwarves like Kaijin’s That Time I Got Reincarnated…
Black Clover is an exciting shōnen series with a lovable protagonist, exciting fights and an excellent magic system. Each character in Black Clover have their own unique set of spells and abilities that they bring to the battlefield. Magic Knights have natural affinities for magic and can extract even stronger spells from their Grimoires, creating some of the most impressive fights of all time. Black Clover. Most types of magic are also more than they seem, giving characters the chance to break through their current limits and defeat their enemies with style. Magic types define their characters in Black Clover.…