Sure, the series is an amalgamation of the most common Shonen tropes, but that does not make it a copy of Naruto, My Hero Academia, or any other anime.For years, Naruto fans have attacked Black Clover by calling it a dumb copy of their favorite series. But it’s time to fight back...
Having left the Shishitoren den victorious, the boys of the Wind Breaker anime have a brand-new cast addition to look forward to in Episode 11: Nobuhiko Okamoto (Bakugo in My Hero Academia ) as Ren Kaji, which was revealed with a stylish trailer today. Related: Wind Breaker Series Gangs...
If there’s one thing Gintama does flawlessly, it’s dragging the anime tropes through the mud. This series’ self-aware genius repeatedly exposes and parodies other anime productions in a hilarious and outlandish way. Similarly, one Gintama episode demonstrated peak comedy by breaking the fourth...
WhileKenji Nagasakiis best known for directing the anime classicMy Hero Academia, a little-known anime,No 6., could be considered among his best works, and stands to be re-discovered for fans of LGBTQ anime. Premiering in 2011,No. 6follows Shion, a boy who is raised in a privileged env...
Sure, the series is an amalgamation of the most common Shonen tropes, but that does not make it a copy of Naruto, My Hero Academia, or any other anime.For years, Naruto fans have attacked Black Clover by calling it a dumb copy of their favorite series. But it’s time to fight back...
The show plays a ton of classic anime tropes straight, but feels fresh and original thanks to its lovable characters, unique powers, and slick action scenes. The ongoing season focuses on the “Shibuya Incident” arc, which sees Yuji and his friends combat an army of curses over one ...
The above description doesn’t begin to explain this gem, with an amazing cast and fun “Easter Eggs,” tropes and toss-backs to specific musicals and stars. Watch the musical/dance numbers and 6 Episodes in any order, because the story doesn’t matter as much as the fun. ...
But most of all, Suzuki did the unthinkable when it comes to overused tropes in the shonen genre.Taro Sakamoto in a still from the anime | Credit: Tms EntertainmentHis series Sakamoto Days is a breather with its portrayal of action, violence, and romance. The series deviates from the ...
From friendships to rivalry, the series pioneered some major tropes. This also included power-ups and transformations of major characters. The series features some of the legendary powerups, including the iconic Super Saiyan. But there’s a catch to it.A still from the Dragon Ball series | ...
What makes it outlandish is its approach to characters along with tropes and the lore. Unlike most series, its liminality is what makes it stand out as Oda’s masterpiece. But that is not all considering the mangaka’s diversion.Luffy in a still from the anime | Credit: Toei Animation...