Blue Lock Unfortunately, season two is almost over, and episode 11, 'What You Taught Us', raised the stakes of the competition higher than ever before, as Blue Lock battles Japan to overcome all odds and win the Sub- 20. With all the replacements for both teams announced in last week's episode, including the return of Shido Ryusei to the Japan team and Reo Mikage to the Blue Lock team, it is clear that both sides are making every effort to emerge triumphant in neck-to-neck competition. Which team will be victorious in the end is still up in the air, as…
Author: Lauren Kells
My Hero Academia friendships rival those of other series, portraying everything from childhood friendships like Bakugo and Deku to relationships that transcend titles like “hero” and “villain” like those of Ochaco and Toga, revealing how carefully the series explores the complex friendship concept. Class 1-A's friendships have often come to the fore, but the best My Hero Academy duo are often underestimated by fansand includes individuals who are not in this main class. Mirio and Tamaki are My Hero Academia best friendship by farworking together in UA High's iconic A-list group, The Big Three, alongside Nejire Hado. Their relationship is…
There are thousands of members of Demon Slayer Corps, the organization responsible for protecting humanity from man-eating demons, but some recruits killed more bloodthirsty creatures than others. From high-ranking Hashira like Giyu to newer members like Tanjiro, only the best demon slayers have managed to survive long enough to exterminate more than a few evil beasts. With masterful swordsmanship, unparalleled bravery, and years of training, these heroes have made the world a much safer place through their efforts. Among these thousands of demon slayers in the series, ten in particular reign supreme as the deadliest and are responsible for decimating…
Anime has completely redefined the meaning of the term “strongest character” and No hero proves this monumental impact more than Jujutsu Kaisen Gojo Satoruwho bears the nickname “the strongest wizard”, not just as a mere title, but as a way of life. He's still considered one of the most powerful heroes of all time, to a degree that no other character has been able to match, and I think I've identified why. The “strongest hero” archetype is immensely popular, and most anime series have someone who fits this profile, from One Punch Man Saitama stops Psycho Mob 100 Crowd. Gojo…
Spy x Family has been a real breath of fresh air among other darker shonen series, offering a perspective on life that has been greatly appreciated by fans. The Forger Family's Antics Are Adorably Funas Loid struggles to fulfill his spy missions while keeping his family in the dark about his true profession. For the most part, Spy x Family is optimistic, but there are deeper lessons embedded in humorous stories. Typical daily experiences, like adopting a new dog or Anya enrolling in elementary school, are anything but ordinary in the Forger family, and along the way, the characters learn…
2024 was a breakthrough year for pop music sensation Sabrina Carpenter with the August 2024 release of her award-winning album Short and sweet. Sabrina conquered the world in a short time and it seems Hirohiko Araki, the mangaka of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, also noticed Sabrina's exceptional talent. Certainly familiar with pop culture icons, Araki often incorporates his love for certain musical artists into his work as a way of showing appreciation. Recently, he announced that he is a big fan of Sabrina Carpenterthrilling fans of both the pop star and the action anime with this collision of worlds. Hirohiko Araki,…
Fruit basket is one of the most popular romance franchises, ranking as one of the best-selling manga worldwide. The story follows an adorable love triangle between the lively protagonist, Tohru, the moody Kyo, and the shy Yuki. After the Sohmas take Tohru in after discovering she is homeless following a family tragedy, she meets the Sohmas one by one, learning about their unique personalities and personal struggles, while trying to bring peace to the family, removing the curse that turns them into animals when they embrace the opposite sex. In addition to being a fun and exciting story, Fruit basket…
Spoilers for the end of Stone OceanJoJo's Bizarre Adventure arcs often end dramatically, but Part 6, Stone Ocean, has the other seasons considered the most controversial among the fandom, for several reasons. Mostly, viewers take issue with the fact that instead of Jolyne defeating the main villain of her arc, she passed the torch to someone else to complete the job. Understandably, some fans also presented complaints about the complete universe reset that occurred in Part 6effectively ending the Joestar bloodline and restarting everything that had been established in the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure universe until now. These two bold moves…
Unfortunate news about recent chapters of Spy x Family the manga has just emerged, resulting in a delay in the release schedule for the next chapters. The mangaka of the series, Tatsuya Endo is currently in poor healthwhich resulted in a Spy x Family hiatus starting December 9th, which will delay new updates until December 23rd. Tatsuya Endo is unfortunately just one of many manga artists who have suffered health problems due to their work and I was forced to postpone deadlines because of these physical ailments. This recent announcement, posted on the official Shonen Jump X account @shonenjump_plusnot only…
Blue Lock season 2 episode 10, “The Subs Take the Stage”, featured more twists and turns than any previous episode of the season, as both teams changed their existing player line-ups and formations in desperate attempts to achieve victory during the U20 match. Shido Ryusei finally returned to the field after a long wait, playing for Japan, while two Blue Lock players were substituted due to injuries. It's anyone's game at this point, with Blue Lock and Japan tied at 2-2 thanks to a surprising shot from Shido that proved why he is such a valuable asset to the team…