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Hey, do you recall when being a geek was like having a secret identity, but without all the superhero coolness? Man, those were awful times. If you even mentioned that you liked anime, comic books, or anything kinda nerdy, it was like having a big ‘Bully Me’ sign on your forehead. However, Aizen’s voice actor from Bleach, Kyle Hebert, feels things have changed a little lately.

Fast forward to today, and guess what? That same guy who was getting thrown into lockers for being Dragon Ball Z-crazy is flexing his Naruto tattoo on social media, and raking in followers. Somewhere along the line, being a geek went from a shameful secret to an absolute superpower. And honestly? It’s about time.

Marvel, DC, and Anime: The cross-pollination of modern geek culture

In the old days, if you were seriously into something such as Gundam, Marvel Comics, or (God forbid) Yu-Gi-Oh!

Throughout the Bleach storyline, Tite Kubo has given Ichigo Kurosaki some of the best transformations that not only enhance his powers to extreme levels but also make him look really cool. Being the protagonist of Bleach, it is expected for Ichigo to grab the attention of fans, but these transformations take the hype to a completely different level.

From his Vasto Lorde form to his Merged Hollow form, each Ichigo transformation has a specific role in Bleach and thus provides different kinds of power levels for different opponents. However, it is safe to say that his Mugetsu form is one of his strongest ones in the manga.

Although it is one of the, if not the coldest, Ichigo transformations in Bleach, Kubo will never make use of it again within the storyline. The reason behind this is that it will ruin the uniqueness of the power and affect its impact on the Bleach storyline.

Despite being one of the main antagonists, Sosuke Aizen is one of the most popular characters from Bleach. Now, I totally understand this as Aizen is the definition of the handsome devil. With magnificent good looks, and a sharp as a sword’s edge intellect to back it off, Aizen made one of the most interesting anime villains in history.

In fact, now that his fighting days are mostly over, he still holds such immense power that he is kept locked up under Seireitei in seclusion. As such, I expected that the voice actor who gave life to him would have the kind of charm to pull it off so smoothly.

However, I still wasn’t prepared for what he claimed as his favorite line of the character. At the same time, though, I’m not even the least bit surprised.

Aizen’s Va’s favorite line of the character...

One of the major reasons why Bleach blew off as an anime on this scale is Sosuke Aizen himself! People even outside the fandom know him as the ultimate puppet master. The way he manipulates events from behind the scenes, you might think that the entire story unfolded according to his plan!

It’s like he was the real author of the Bleach series, and Kubo Tite was just along for the ride. But to make it all happen, it was necessary to select the perfect voice actor for his role. And we are Not disappointed in what we got. In fact, you’d be surprised to know that his Japanese voice actor even changed his own personality just to get into the character!

Aizen’s Japanese Va had to go above and beyond to perfect his character!

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The anime adaptation of Uoto’s Chi: Chikyū no Undō ni Tsuite (Orb: On the Movements of the Earth) has some exciting updates. The show recently announced that Shōya Ishige will join the cast as Albert Brudzewski, a young baker who lost his passion for learning after a traumatic event. He’ll first appear in episode 23, which airs on Saturday.

The anime began airing on October 5 on Nhk General, with the first two episodes releasing together. It will have 25 episodes in total, airing over two seasons. The episodes are also available for streaming on Netflix and Abema after their TV broadcast.

The show features a talented voice cast, including Maaya Sakamoto as Rafal, Kenjirō Tsuda as Novak, Shō Hayami as Hubert, and several others. Kenichi Shimizu is directing the series, with Shingo Irie handling the scripts and Masanori Shino designing the characters.

Music is composed by Kensuke Ushio. The opening theme,...

The captains and lieutenants are an iconic part of Bleach. They're striking pairs and an essential part of what makes the Soul Society arc so compelling. The way each of these pairs interact with each other shows off both the wide variety of personalities that fit into this anime and hints at how the different Court Guard Squads function. All of them serve different functions for Soul Society, and they're all at varying levels of strength. These characters and their relationships are given due consideration to make them dynamic and interesting.

Just because one captain and lieutenant duo may be the strongest or get along the best doesn't mean they work together the best. In matters of teamwork, each of these pairs prioritize different things. Plus, some of them just aren't very good at it. The individual value of characters also only makes them so impactful. After all, a division...

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is all the rage with its stellar animation and splendid visuals. It is truly a masterpiece in terms of its storytelling and characterization. But what tops the charts is the voice acting.

Often, we come across voice actors going unhinged during performances and rehearsals. While this is a common phenomenon, this voice actor took it to another level with his bizarre method.

Ichigo Kurosaki in a still from the anime | Credit: Studio Pierrot

Aizen’s Va Sho Hayami resorted to an insane method as revealed in an interview. While it may seem a stretch, it makes sense considering his reasons for doing so. Moreover, it ties in well with the character’s mystique along with his moral ambiguity as explored in the sequel.

Bleach Va’s unhinged method for his performance

Between the animation and pacing, Bleach often doesn’t get enough credit when it comes to the voice cast.

For decades, Bleach has stood as the pillar of the Big Three and is recognized as one of the greats, on par with One Piece and Naruto. Sadly, its popularity waned due to haphazard storytelling and filler arcs, leading to its abrupt unofficial cancellation in 2012.

Bleach made its highly anticipated return to the airwaves in October 2022, bringing the iconic Big Three anime franchise back into the spotlight.

Ichigo Kurosaki from Bleach. [Credit: Studio Pierrot]

Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War focuses on the conflict between the Soul Society and the Wandenreich, a hidden Quincy faction. Ichigo’s comeback was met with positive feedback, earning widespread applause for its improved animation and refined picture quality.

Following Sōsuke Aizen’s defeat, Yhwach rises as a vengeful new threat to the Soul Society; regardless, Aizen still stands out as one of the most memorable and beloved characters of the series. Interestingly, Aizen’s Va...

This article includes spoilers for the Bleach manga.

If there's one character who single-handedly kept Bleach's reputation afloat, it's Sosuke Aizen. Even after Tite Kubo's most famous work fell from grace following a flawed and polarizing final arc, Aizen being the story's true villain and one of the greatest anime/manga antagonists of the 2000s ensured Bleach's legacy. To this day, Bleach's later villains and those in other Shonen stories are measured up against the deceitful ex-captain of the Fifth Division. Aizen is still so revered that he overshadowed Emperor Yhwach and his loyal Sternritters in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War. This is even though he only had a single cameo until Cour 3.

As far as some fans are concerned, Aizen's mere existence redeemed Bleach of its worst shortcomings. Not only was Aizen a great plot twist and villain, but he was integral to Bleach as well. Without Aizen, the...

After a 17-year-long wait, a brand-new Bleach console video game is finally on the horizon. Bleach Rebirth of Souls will be released on March 21, 2025, for PlayStation, Xbox and PC.

PlayStation -- which is celebrating its 30th anniversary -- recently announced the release date for Bleach Rebirth of Souls on its official blog. The action-heavy fighting game will be released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam in 2025. Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment released a new gameplay trailer, seen below, that teases the video game adaptation of the "Soul Society" story arc.

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Bandai's New 'Bleach Rebirth of Souls' Trailer Reveals Aizen & Yamamoto as Playable Characters

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Of all the villains in Bleach, Sōsuke Aizen is by far the most menacing. The cold and calculating former captain of Gotei 13, has more feats than losses. This holds especially true for his wit, intellect, and combat prowess.

He is one of the well-written characters in terms of his villainy. His ambitions and zeal outclass other villains, even Yhwach, for that matter. But there’s more to his character than meets the eye as his Va reveals.

Ichigo and Rukia in a still from the Thousand Year Blood War anime | Credit: Studio Pierrot

Hayami Shou, Aizen’s Va, opened up about the character’s charm and appeal in an interview. His ideals and belief systems are integral to understanding Kubo’s literary brilliance. Especially with his conception of fleshed-out characters in his stories.

Bleach Va opens up about Aizen’s motives

While Yhwach is deemed as the powerful villain, Aizen...

Since the mid-2010s, the isekai genre has been one of the most successful in anime. Every season at least a few characters get transported from the "real" world into a cool fantasy world. Isekai anime has come so common that now niche ideas have become their own sub-genres, as Villainess anime and series based on virtual reality games continue getting new series.

Yet there was a time when isekai anime didn't quite have the chokehold on anime it does today. The series were more sparsely released, yet they often turned into legendary classics. While some fans might think they know all the genre has to offer, there are some classic series that are worth all the excitement fans have for them.

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Out of all the things Bleach has to offer, the fights are usually considered lackluster by fans. However, Thousand-Year Blood War has elevated the charm of the fights in the series through spectacular animation and fleshing out the characters. For instance, Gremmy vs. Zaraki was much more interesting than many previous fights. The characters let out their personalities and enjoyed the back-and-forth they were experiencing.

Aizen in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War anime | Credits: Studio Pierrot Co. Ltd.

In this way, Tybw has raised the standard quite high for what’s coming up next. We’re only a few episodes away from the final showdown and Aizen has become a key character. As he becomes more involved in the plot, fans are expecting him to get additional scenes as well. Aizen’s Voice Actor shared his experience while playing the character, and he might just outshine himself.

Aizen’s Voice Actor...

When it comes to iconic anime villains, only a few can match the level of enigma that Bleach‘s antagonist Sousuke Aizen displays. Known for his calculating mind, impeccable composure, and overwhelming power, Aizen stands as one of the most dangerous antagonists in anime history. However, what truly sets him apart from the typical “power-hungry villain” trope is the layered complexity he embodies; a character who exudes a magnetic charm despite his ruthless ambition.

Sousuke Aizen | Credit: Studio Pierrot

And, of course, discussing Aizen’s charisma in Bleach would be incomplete without mentioning the name of the veteran voice actor, Shou Hayami. Hayami’s subtle approach, combined with a unique understanding of Aizen’s personality, reveals what makes him so compelling as a character.

The Art of Subtlety: Shou Hayami’s Masterclass in Voicing Aizen

In a recent interview featured on Bleach‘s Official Website, Aizen’s voice actor, Shou Hayami,...

The first episode of the Is the Order a Rabbit? anime series aired in Japan on April 10, 2014. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, a special event is scheduled to be held at Ichikawa City Cultural Hall in Chiba Prefecture on March 1, 2025 as part of a 10th anniversary project. The six main cast members of the anime — Ayane Sakura (Cocoa Hoto), Inori Minase (Chino Kafu), Risa Taneda (Rize Tedeza), Satomi Sato (Chiya Ujimatsu), Sora Tokui (Maya Joga), and Show Hayami (Takahiro Kafu) — will appear. Related: Is the Order a Rabbit? Anime Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Visual, Collaborations The anime's 10th anniversary project site also posted a full version music video for " Daydream café," the opening theme for the first season performed by the voice actor unit Petit Rabbit . The unit consists of Ayane Sakura (Cocoa), Inori Minase (Chino), Risa Taneda (Rize), Satomi Sato (Chiya), and Maaya Uchida (Syaro). While only the...

Major sneaker brand Puma and iconic Shonen Jump series Bleach are joining forces for an exclusive sneaker collection combining fashion and anime. The drop commemorates the first animes 20th anniversary, releasing two designs inspired by fan-favorite characters Ichigo Kurosaki and Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.

Releasing for sale on Nov. 15, 2024, the collection gives its two most iconic sneaker silhouettes a Bleach-themed restyling, along with other apparel options. The Ichigo-inspired Palermo pair channels the character's fiery personality -- and matching hair color -- with its eye-catching orange laces, which get an extra pop against the shoe's black leather base. It's an unmistakably Ichigo tribute, made all the more emphatic by the sneaker's graphic of the character himself. Meanwhile, the Delphin sneakers sport flame graphics across a black-and-white leather body. The fire design is blue, just like Grimmjow's hair, and a smokey black Formstrip adds to the apparel's intense, Grimmjow-appropriate aesthetic. Both shoes feature suede detailing,...

Japanese voice actor Shou Hayami has played Sousuke Aizen from Bleach since the first anime's 2004 debut. In a recent interview, Hayami explains how his performance differs radically from that of his co-stars.

In the Bleach anime and manga, Aizen starts out as an esteemed captain of the Soul Society -- a section of the spirit world where Shinigami dwell until the day they are reborn as humans. As the series progresses, he becomes enamored by the prospect of absolute power and ultimately turns against the organization. However, he still retains a certain level of care and respect for Bleach protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki. In a recent interview featured on Bleach's official site, Hayami explains how Aizen's complicated psychology presented him with unique challenges as a voice actor.

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Before the start of broadcast in Japan today on October 5, the official website for the TV anime adaptation of Uoto's historical manga Orb: On the Movements of the Earth confirmed that the anime will run for two consecutive cours with a total of 25 episodes. The site also released a key visual featuring the protagonist Rafal observing the stars, and Badeni, Jolenta, and Oczy looking up at the same star-filled sky. The site describes it: "They are all from different backgrounds, ages, genders, and occupations. The visual expresses the grand and passionate story of this work, in which people who are fascinated by the beauty of the geocentric theory and who put their lives and beliefs on the line to prove it." Key visual Related: Orb: On the Movements of the Earth Anime Releases Main Trailer The TV anime Orb: On the Movements of the Earth is set to premiere in Japan,...

We're just a couple days away from the return of the Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World anime, and we have everything you need to know to return to the battlefield. The Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 release date has been officially locked in for Crunchyroll, so look for the stream to kick off on July 10 at 7:30 a.m. Pt . In this article: Release Date and Exact Time Where to Watch Official Trailers Characters and Voice Actors Anime Staff Anime Key Visuals Plot When is Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 Coming Out? English Sub Release Date: - Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2 premieres on July 10, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. Pt Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and Cis Related: Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World...

Things can gonna get tense on the battlefield, especially when two elites on each side just want to be together. The second season of the   Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World TV anime is soon upon us with the series announcing tonight that the next season will premiere on July 10. Alongside the premiere date, a new key visual was released as well as the announcement of three new cast members. Joining the cast for Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World season 2 is: Magnacasa  voiced by Show Hayami (Sosuke Aizen in Bleach ) Sir Karosos Newton  voiced by Tomokazu Sugita (Gintoki in Gintama ) Garganly  voiced by Kazuyuki Okitsu (Jonathan Joestar in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure ) Related: Gods' Games We Play Anime Leads Three-Way Collab Radio Show with Kei Sazane Light Novel Adaptations The original  Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World  light...

Many One Piece fans now believe that live-action star Iñaki Godoy is currently or about to start filming the "Alabasta" arc from the anime and manga series -- and for good reason, although disappointment is about to set in.

This week, videos of Godoy journeying in a desert climate with a camel quickly sparked suspicions that he was filming for the live-action series' second season, with many commenting that the pair resembled Luffy and Matsuge/Eyelashes from the manga's "Alabasta" arc. Nevertheless, it was just Godoy at this year's Middle East Film & Comic Con in Abu Dhabi, which he attended with fellow live-action actor Taz Skylar (Sanji). Videos and the popular reaction can be seen below.

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The world of anime overflows with unique experiences and stories. With the sheer quantity of anime made and aired every day, it's a given that some will be far from brilliant. This is a hard yet somewhat hilarious reality that anime fans aren't just aware of, but one that fans embraced. These anime aren't just guilty pleasures; they're beloved failures.

In many ways, these anime represent the metaphorical bottom of the barrel. Not only did these legendarily bad anime score low on aggregators like MyAnimeList, but they set the standards for what truly defined a "bad" anime. How they managed to be green-lit in the first place is a mystery that will confound fans for eons to come.

Updated on January 30th by Sage Ashford: This list has been updated to add more information about some of the worst anime ever made.

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Bleach is a supernatural action series with a stunning variety of character designs from start to finish. Overall, Bleach is not a horror anime like its spiritual successor Jujutsu Kaisen, with Bleach focusing on more conventional fantasy elements like magic attacks, transforming swords, and even partial isekai elements. That said, Bleach doesn't hesitate to dabble in horror if certain character designs or scenes call for it.

Certain characters in Bleach are downright terrifying when they are fighting or trying to intimidate someone, and some of them have actually weaponized that fact. A few of the scariest Bleach characters are just being themselves, but others know they're horrifying, and use that fact as a psychological weapon. Those scary characters might use body horror, deathly imagery, or coldly murderous personalities to chill their enemies to the bone.

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