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Toph Beifong was arguably one of the most gifted benders of her time, not only managing to master her element at an early age (so much so that she gave grown men a run for their money) but also inventing a whole new bending style. However, Toph’s greatest achievement, at least in her eyes, is not related to bending or fighting, but in the bonds that she made.

After being isolated and being treated like she was made of glass her whole life, Aang and his friends not only made Toph feel like an equal, but they forged a friendship with her that assuaged the exact fears and anxieties that Toph had.

Toph wondered if friendships last for more than a lifetime, and they did for her Toph and Sokka || Credit: Nickelodeon

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Avatar: The Last Airbender is known for its strong emphasis on morality throughout the show. Aang finds himself in an interesting predicament when he realizes that the preservation of his culture is solely up to him. He becomes increasingly reluctant to slay Fire Lord Ozai, desperately seeking an alternative solution to defeating the tyrant.

Interestingly, this is something that fans had seen in Avatar: The Last Airbender before, specifically in the storyline where Zuko offers Katara a chance for vengeance. Katara does not struggle as much as Aang does with the question, but the conclusion she reaches is very much similar to that which is echoed in Aang’s story in later episodes.

The Southern Raiders not only serve as a foreshadowing of Aang’s struggle- it’s a prototype for it Katara in Avatar: The Last Airbender || Credit: Nickelodeon

The Southern Raiders can be looked at as the quintessential...

General Iroh has been known for his love of Pai Sho, and the same is true for Asami Sato from The Legend of Korra. However, given how the cast of the two shows interacted with each other (through the Spirit Realm or other ways), it would have been fun to see two of the best Pai Sho players in the main casts of the two teams face off against each other.

General Iroh and Asami Sato are both characters that were known for their great intellect and while Iroh was tablet o leverage his experience and knowledge to guide the Avatar, Asami was able to have a calming effect on Korra, showing that these characters would have had a very spirited and emotionally healthy conversation should they have ever met.

Asami could have met Iroh on a trip to the spirit world Korra and Asami holding hands at the end...

If you’re keen to experience a thought-provoking film featuring an unorthodox audition and profound commentary on gender roles and relationship dynamics, we’ve got a picture that might very well scratch that decidedly specific itch. But wait, there’s more! Celebrated director Guillermo del Toro is a fan of the film of which we speak and has even said as much on social media.

With that in mind, you can see all the particulars via the tweet below.

Film: Audition by Takashi Miike. Gorehounds will only get 2 or 3 moments of cringing violence but there's tension throughout.

— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) June 3, 2016

While del Toro is absolutely right that Audition only features gore in brief spurts, that is more than made up for thanks to the undeniably visceral nature of said gore and the almost unbearable baseline of tension prevalent throughout.

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Avatar: The Legend of Korra was controversial for a slew of reasons, and one of those was how the creators of the show were treating Korra’s romantic preferences. Bryan Knietzko himself put out a statement defending the choices that they made, defending Korra and Asami’s blossoming feelings for each other.

The Legend of Korra was a show that never outright acknowledged that Korra and Asami had a relationship, but had a very clever way of communicating that they were, in fact together. While the comics were very vocal about the relationship that the duo shared, the show’s choice was to take that route, even without being outright about it.

Bryan Konietzko believed that Korra and Asami’s relationship blossomed organically Korra and Asami holding hands at the end of The Legend of Korra || Credit: Nickelodeon

Bryan Konietzko was pretty straightforward with what he wanted to do with Asami and Korra’s characters.

In an action/adventure anime like The Legend of Korra, the protagonist might lose some fights, but heroes like Avatar Korra never lose when it counts the most. Korra only lost fights to build up the suspense and drive some dark plot points, but being the protagonist, Korra could never be defeated when the stakes reached their peak. No matter the odds, Korra prevailed anytime her team could not afford to lose.

Even if Korra's plot armor as the protagonist was rather obvious at times, that didn't subtract from the sheer excitement of those fights, and those bender fights were on par with anything fans ever saw in Avatar: The Last Airbender. Some fights, in particular, Korra either won because she was the protagonist, or at least survived when her enemies meant to utterly destroy her. The world needed its Avatar, so the plot made sure Korra survived against the...

Fans in the U.S. will soon be saying goodbye to Avatar: The Last Airbender's sequel series, The Legend of Korra, on the world's biggest streaming platform, with all four seasons being de-listed, although its predecessor and the live-action series adaptation will remain.

Via What's on Netflix, The Legend of Korra was removed from other international territories on Netflix last year and is now planned to depart Netflix’s U.S. streaming roster on April 16, 2025. Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra were added to the service in 2020, where they gained a newfound fan base and popularity. Despite being 15 years old at that point, The Last Airbender spent an astounding 61 days in the streaming services' top 10 charts, while The Legend of Korra spent a respectable 20 days in the U.S. top 10.

Avatar: The Last Airbender's Dark Sequel Series Will Soon Be Leaving Netflix Streaming

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Horror is a rich genre that has almost limitless freedom when it comes to the scary stories that it shares with its audience. Horror is subjective territory, but the genre’s growing versatility means that there’s usually a movie out there that’s guaranteed to frighten everyone. Grueling fights for survival can fuel suspenseful horror movies that embrace humanity’s vulnerability. The plausibility of such scenarios, which often require nothing more supernatural than a bit of bad luck, can be truly terrifying in the hands of a skilled director.

Sprawling apocalypses or grandiose monster attacks can sometimes lack the personal touch and character development that’s present in more intimate survival stories. The horror genre has grown increasingly creative when it comes to these struggles to survive and some of these tense tales hit harder than others. The best of them combine deeply compelling characters with an all-too-believable premise...

Filmmaking is a form of self-expression: “The most personal is the most creative”. Remember that? Well, that’s quite true most of the time. This generation of filmmakers, such as Gasper Noe, Lars von Trier, and Michael Haneke, do not hesitate to leave their imprint and personal style on their film, irrespective of how that makes the audience feel. They’ve developed a warning system to offset any unwilling takers and keep their films limited to ‘their’ audience. Beyond these names, there are many films etched in movie history that are similarly eerie in tone. We’ve tried to make a list of such unsettling movies (while deliberately missing out on a few). Let us know in the comments the ones you feel should’ve made the cut.

Honorable Mention: The Skin I Live In (2011)

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Some characters in The Legend of Korraare definitely more powerful benders or martial artists than others, but sheer combat power alone isn't enough to reshape the world or make an impact on society. It's also important for certain characters to have a great deal of influence, having the right charisma, leadership, ideas, and/or authority to convince other people to do things their way. Some characters use their influence to benefit society, while others use their influence for selfish or destructive goals.

The most influential characters in The Legend of Korra are the ones who had the biggest impact on the plot, using their leadership and charisma to command armies or businesses to make a difference in the world. Some of the most influential characters also knew what to say to convince other individuals to change their ways or accept dangerous missions, which lends a whole different kind of strength...

When Uzumaki anime was announced, it took the internet by storm. Like most readers and viewers, I too was excited to see how it’d play out. However, to my disappointment, the anime was reduced to a comedy and failed the manga tremendously. This is precisely why some series are better left alone.

The Medusa chapter in a still from the Uzumaki anime | Credit: Production I.G

Yes, I’m talking about Berserk and its possible adaptations. There have been two so far, and while the 1997 is nostalgic and artsy. The recent one, however, rained on everyone’s parade. But that has more to do with Kentaro Miura being a key reason behind it. Why, you ask? Let’s find out.

Kentaro Miura’s opus Berserk should be left alone

Berserk lives up to its title as a Seinen masterpiece and rightly so. The series is imbued with depth and...

In The Legend of Korra, Avatar Korra proves herself capable of doing so many amazing thigns Aang wasn't able to accomplish in the previous cycle, and plenty more on top of that. In many ways, Avatar Korra pushed the boundaries of what the Avatar Cycle is capable of, and she needed all those skills when villains like Amon and Zaheer came along. It also made Korra more versatile than even Aang was in his prime.

Some of Korra's unique skills and powers represented who she was as a person, while others were a reflection of the world Korra lived in. In all fairness, Korra's world called for some skills that didn't even exist yet in Aang's pre-industrial world, showing how the Avatar needs to keep up with the times. After leaving the Southern Water Tribe compound, Korra learned all those worldly skills to become a proper Avatar, and her growth was nothing short of astonishing.

The 2010s and 2020s saw a surge of American children's media that put queerness front and center. Take the work of N.D. Stevenson, such as the Netflix series "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power" and the animated film "Nimona," based on his graphic novel. From "Steven Universe" to "The Owl House," cartoons have gotten a lot gayer in the last decade.

And it is almost precisely a decade because Nickelodeon's "The Legend of Korra" is the show that broke down the dam in 2014. In the show's fourth and final season, Avatar Korra (Janet Varney) falls in love with her best friend, Asami Sato (Seychelle Gabriel). A sequel to "Avatar: The Last Airbender," "The Legend of Korra" is set in a fantasy world where people can bend one of the four elements. Korra, as the reincarnation of world defender the Avatar, can bend all four. If kids can accept a world that fantastical,...

One of the best parts of Avatar: The Last Airbenderis its delightful sense of humor. After all, Avatar is geared for younger audiences, meaning it has youthful heroes who say and do all kinds of wacky things during their epic fantasy adventure to save the world in the Hundred-Year War. Nearly every episode has at least one or two over-the-top gags, and some of those ridiculous events are fan-favorites.

The most ridiculous things to happen in Avatar were rarely important plot points, but viewers still enjoyed them as a great way to relieve the tension and make the characters more likable. That includes pratfalls, clever dialogue to make audiences laugh, and even a few cases where a character thought they were being totally serious but ended up looking ridiculous.

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When two Japanese anime characters form a duo, those characters either complete one another or challenge each other, and there is always a sense of co-dependency. In a trio, however, there are ongoing tensions, a strong sense of competition, and rivalry that can also become jealousy, making the whole group much more interesting. However, many of the most iconic trios, such as Jesse, James and Meowth and Winry, Alphonse and Edward, have an underlying current of true care.

There are many iconic trios in the anime world, some composed entirely of villains, others of heroes, and some a mix of the two. Some trios are strong and determined main characters; others feature shy and quiet protagonists; still others are made of remarkable side characters. All these trios have one thing in common: they make the story unique and truly memorable.

Updated on February 10, 2025, by Natasha Elder: Anime trios are commonplace...

It's February! The month of cold weather, the Super Bowl, and of course, Valentine's Day! Yes, Valentine's Day, the most ridiculous of holidays, one that seemingly only exists to sell overpriced heart-shaped boxes of disappointing chocolates. If the onset of Valentine's Day has you in a romantic mood but you're still craving the blood and guts of the horror genre, you're in luck! This month's horror streaming column is devoted to romance-tinged horror flicks you can watch with your significant other, or all by your lonesome.

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Audition

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It's probably fair to say that "Audition" is the film that really introduced filmmaker Takashi Miike to a wider Western audience. In this nasty piece of work, a middle-aged man named Shigeharu Aoyama (Ryo Ishibashi) who lost his wife seven years ago teams up with his friend,...

Avatar Korra faced countless terrifying threats during her time in The Legend of Korra, many of them wielding bizarre or even brand-new powers and abilities to threaten Team Avatar. That included anti-bending radicals with advanced technology, an Airbender with a historic ability, terrorists who can destroy the terran itself, and metalbenders who have honed their fighting style to perfection.

Avatar Korra overcame all of these threats with either her powers in the Avatar State or the aid of her friends, but it was never easy, nor should it be. After the fall of Fire Lord Ozai in Avatar: The Last Airbender, the franchise needed to up its game with powerful villains, and The Legend of Korra delivered with its stunning variety of antagonists in all four seasons.

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Ryū Murakami’s cult 1990s Japanese horror thriller novel Audition is heading to the screen once again, courtesy of Speak No Evil writer Christian Tafdrup.

It is not hyperbole to say that Takeshi Miike’s Audition is easily one of the most memorable horror films of the 1990s. Miike is well known for his ultraviolent films, including Ichi The Killer and Imprint – the latter being an episode of the Masters Of Horror series deemed so gratuitously violent it was banned from broadcast, eventually surfacing on DVD. By contrast, Audition is a masterclass in restraint, the tension building to unbearable levels before its horrifying finale.

Based on the 1997 novel by Ryū Murakami and released on 1999, the plot follows Shigeharu Aoyama, played by Ryo Ishibashi, a lonely middle-aged widower who hatches a scheme to find a girlfriend by holding fake film auditions. Here he meets Asami, played by Eihi Shiina, a sweet,...

Danish filmmaker Christian Tafdrup brought the incredibly bleak film Gæsterne, a.k.a. Speak No Evil (read our review Here) into the world back in 2022 – and when the American remake was released last year, Tafdrup let it be known that he wasn’t impressed by the new take on his story, because it didn’t leave viewers traumatized like the original film did. Now, Deadline has revealed that Tafdrup is on board to direct a remake of director Takashi Miike’s dark and twisted 1999 Japanese film Audition… and we can probably rest assured that he’s not going to take it easy on viewers with his take on the material.

Based on a 1997 horror thriller novel by Ryū Murakami, Miike’s Audition was scripted by Daisuke Tengan and has the following synopsis: Widower Aoyama decides to start dating again. Aided by a film-producer friend, Aoyama uses auditions for a fake...

Like Avatar: The Last Airbender before it, The Legend of Korra is packed with fantastic and memorable characters. This includes major heroes, villains, and everything in between, though some of them are better and more important than others. Naturally, the best and most essential character is Avatar Korra herself, which fans can take for granted, so the question is who else is on her level.

Each of the four seasons of The Legend of Korra answered that question by ushering in some fantastic, important, and all-around excellent characters who did a lot to make this cartoon such a success. They include heartfelt and inspiring heroes who fight for good, wicked yet intriguing villains who helped reshape the world, and some characters who skirted the line between good and evil with their unique perspectives and ambitions.

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Some of the content featured in this article contains information from Jujutsu Kaisen's manga that has not yet been aired in the anime.

Villains are a hot commodity in the anime community, with many of them being even more popular among fans than the protagonists are. Antagonists from series, such as Monster, Hunter x Hunter and Berserk stand out due to several factors, such as their complex characterization, intricate motivations or fascinating powers. In some series, the antagonists are very well-written and tend to override their protagonist counterparts, due to the lack of character dimension or bland ambition that holds some protagonists back.

Another reason people enjoy antagonists is because they are often relatable. Perhaps not in their actions, but the motivation behind them. Some of anime’s villains are seeking peace or justice, which are goals a lot of people support. Many antagonists are skilled and formidable combatants, who...

Horror films have existed since the dawn of the medium. Shortly after the invention of film, French director George Mellies created Le Manoir du Diable (The Haunted Castle), likely the world’s first horror flick. Though silent, The Haunted Casztle included comparably quaint scares of the 1890s. Since then, the genre has evolved considerably, and a movie won’t get many screams from a man in a bedsheet anymore. It needs something more, something substantial and shocking. By the dawn of the new millennia, one certainly couldn’t produce something akin to Mellies’ The Haunted Castle and expect a terrified audience. Moreover, these films faced a veritable haul of predecessors. By this point, filmmakers had thoroughly terrified audiences with all the traditional scares. Ghosts, ghouls, and demons were no longer novel concepts.

This was the conundrum facing Takashi Miike, and he answered with a film as controversial as it was groundbreaking.

In a cast blessed with talent, Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra were headed by a strong voice cast. Dante Basco as Prince Zuko and Makoto Iwamatsu as General Iroh are some of the more memorable ones, but every actor breathed life into their characters.

In more subtle but impactful roles were surprising and prominent celebrities, some of who aren’t known for the voice acting industry at all. The diverse personalities and roles allowed for many more opportunities for these cameos to arise from different careers and unite fanbases together.

Team Avatar in Avatar: The Last Airbender. [Credit: Nickelodeon]

This invited the world of sports into the Avatar universe as many athletes are fans of the show. Serena Williams, the former tennis player and considered one of the greatest in her field, actually voiced not one but two characters overall.

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Mappa's Jujutsu Kaisen anime adaptation of the hit Shonen Jump franchise has revealed an all-new look at the upcoming sequel, giving fans a taste of what's to come for the upcoming "Culling Game" arc featuring Yuji.

Fans watching Jump Festa 2025's Red Stage got their first look at the upcoming Jujutsu Kaisen sequel, adapting the "Culling Game" storyline. However, it has yet to be confirmed whether this will take the form of a Season 3 or a film. The new visual showcases Yuji in an ominous red setting; a new visual for an upcoming "Hidden Inventory / Premature Death" arc compilation film, which has a release date for May 30, 2025, was likewise released. Readers can check both new images out below.

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Love stories are foundational to anime, which is why it's no surprise that the best romance anime are also some of the best anime period. Whether it be understated and adult or loud and juvenile, romance anime are endlessly compelling and have a massive fan base for good reason. Even fans of straight-up action shonen series might want to give romance anime a try given how many solid series there are.

One advantage romance anime have over their more action-oriented counterparts is that a focus on characters is an absolute requirement. While a sci-fi or fantasy series might be able to get away with a forgettable cast of characters, a love story needs to pay extra attention to its characters or else the story will fall apart. It's this focus on characters connecting and growing together that end up defining the very best romance anime series.

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Since he was a child, Dragon Ball's Son Goku has had one wish, to be the best fighter in the universe, but despite that, there are a handful of anime heroes who could destroy the Saiyan warrior. He's been fortunate in the fact that he's largely been able to fulfill his childhood dream. Having trained with and fought against the most impressive of Gods, warriors, and fighters, no one can deny he's in the conversation on who is the greatest anime fighter of all time. But all his accolades don't mean he can't be beaten.

As a lifelong warrior, with the thirst for fighting literally embedded in his DNA, finding a hero to defeat Goku is no easy task. However, with the breadth and diversity of characters found in anime, there are more than a few capable souls whose abilities can ultimately overcome whatever skills in battle Goku may possess.

Pop Mart has collaborated with Mappa's popular Jujutsu Kaisen anime series on a new blind box figure collection for North American fans, boasting characters so cute that even author Gege Akutami would have to spare them.

Via a press release, Pop Mart announced its recent launch of a Jujutsu Kaisen blind box figure collection. The "Jujutsu Kaisen Uniform Series Figures" feature 13 characters: Yuji Itadori, Nobara Kugisaki, Megumi Fushiguro, Satoru Gojo, Aoi Todo, Toge Inumaki, Ryomen Sukuna, Kasumi Miwa, Kento Nanami, Mai Zen'in, Maki Zen'in, Panda and Utahime Iori in their regular attire and uniforms. All are pictured smiling except the unsurprising candidates -- Nanami, Maki, Megumi and Toge. Each figure costs $16.99, although given the nature of blind boxes, buyers won't know who they've won until they open the package. The entire set costs $203.88. Readers can check out images of the complete blind box set and more information below.

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Shonen anime is all about its heroes. Without their efforts to rise above the challenges that are thrown in their paths, many of the worlds they occupy would meet a brutal end. There are multiple factors in place that shape a hero's story, with many of the strongest among them having been subjected to childhood trauma and other factors that could have easily pushed them to the dark side.

Because these protagonists are usually a symbol of hope for their world, just the thought of them being on the opposite side of the battle between good and evil is terrifying to consider. Their often overpowered abilities could devastate entire worlds, reaffirming once and for all that it's a good thing they chose heroics over villainy.

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While these characters might not be the strongest overall (like Goku or Saitama), they sure do pack a punch.

Even though Attack on Titan ended in November 2023, it still left an indescribable void for many fans who just wish to rewatch it again to find any missing foreshadowing in Hajime Isayama's incredible story. However, although Attack on Titan is considered one of the best anime of all time and no series is exactly the same, there are still options that share the same essence and can attract any fan of dark fantasy shōnen or stories about survival in a dystopian world.

While Attack on Titan is an unforgettable series for its plot twists, morally complex characters, and impeccable animation, there are still a variety of excellent animes that cover similar premises. Either because of their worldbuilding, mysteries, or deep themes like humanity, sacrifice, war, and social classes, these animes are similar to Attack on Titan and are sure to delight those looking for what to watch next.

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The Legend of Korra, Avatar: The Last Airbender's highly disputed sequel, ended 10 years ago in 2014, and the franchise has yet to release another show about the bender who takes over after Korra. However, according to the Avatar franchise's official news site, "AvatarNews," a series featuring an Earth Avatar is currently in the works and is set to release in late 2025.

Many projects within the Avatar franchise have been announced, yet very few other sources have confirmed the production of a new animated TV series. But a show after Korra's story has been a long time coming, and news of it gives fans massive hope for a continuation of a tale they adored for nearly two decades. Alongside the anticipation of Korra's successor, there are countless things that Avatar's loyal audience is hoping to see in a potential series.

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Like the original Avatar: The Last Airbender before it, the anime-style cartoon The Legend of Korra has some truly spectacular episodes in its run. Some episodes of these shows are just setup or borderline filler episode, with "Remembrances" being a clip show episode in The Legend of Korra, but some episodes are first-rate entertainment from beginning to end. Those are the episodes that fans remember the most, packing all kinds of action, plot twists, drama, and comedy into just 20 minutes or so.

The very best The Legend of Korra episodes are strong in each of their scenes, and a few of them are one huge scene focusing on a single conflict, such as endgame boss battles against Avatar Korra's worst enemies. These episodes are the highlight of each season and move the plot forward in explosive ways, which also make them the best episodes for rewatching if fans are feeling nostalgic.

After the major success of Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender, the creative team decided to make a sequel series set in the same universe of elemental benders. Under the direction of original creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, the sequel show The Legend of Korra debuted in April 2012. The show follows a young Water Tribe woman named Korra, who is the next Avatar in the cycle following the death of Aang. Across four seasons, Korra progresses from a hot-headed, impulsive girl into a spiritual, fully realized Avatar ready for the next phase of her life.

While The Last Airbender was aimed at children, this series appealed to teens, introducing more complex romantic side plots and more brutal fight scenes. It even reintroduced older versions of familiar characters from the original story, such as Katara, Toph, and Iroh, as Korra's guides, maintaining the connection to Aang's life. Sadly, compared to its companion series,...

Over the years and even in recent weeks, Sanrio -- most famous for its cute mascots like Hello Kitty -- has collaborated with numerous mainstream anime series, from Oshi no Ko to My Dress-Up Darling. Now, a crossover with Jujutsu Kaisen reimagines the dark fantasy shonen cast as equally kawaii characters in a new wave of collectibles.

The official collaboration features all-new artwork and merchandise, with 10 Sanrio mascots paired with a different Jujutsu Kaisen character: Yuji with Pochacco, Megumi with Bad Badtz-Maru, Nobara with My Melody, Gojo with Cinnamoroll, Geto with Lloromannic, Nanami with Pompompurin, Todo with Bonbonribbon, Mahito with Little Twin Stars, Choso with Minna no Tabo and last but certainly not least, iconic villain Sukuna with none other than fan-favorite Sanrio star Hello Kitty.

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My Hero Academia has taken the world of shnen by storm. It's an amazing, genuine series that features some of the best characters and fights in modern anime. The story is set around Izuku Midoriya, a Quirkless Boy in a world filled with Quirks. Everything changes when he acquires One For All, the second-strongest Quirk in existence. His story is a straightforward one that tells the tale of a good person who just wants to protect his friends and the world around him.

While My Hero Academia does a great job of separating itself from the competition, there are a few shows out there that are worthy of comparison. To be a good My Hero Academia comparison, a show doesn't necessarily need to be about superheroes and high schools, but it should be about a protagonist defying the odds to do what's right.

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With the live-action Avatar series on Netflix, along with an upcoming trilogy of theatrical sequel films, fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender have been relishing the fact that, nearly 20 years after the premiere of the original Nickelodeon series, the franchise is still as strong and relevant as ever. Its sequel series, The Legend of Korra, has also enjoyed an incredibly large amount of success even almost 10 years after its finale. With this in mind, many probably would not have guessed that when the latter series originally aired in the early 2010s, it wasn't exactly treated as well as it should have been by the network.

Much like Avatar, the series has become a collective favorite of the animation community, with many regarding it as one of the best spin-offs of all time; and just like its predecessor, it dared to be different...

There is no doubt that Sasuke Uchiha is one of the most powerful shinobi of all time in the Naruto anime franchise. He has been Naruto Uzumaki's shonen-style rival and teammate, enemy, and frenemy all throughout the story, and whether Sasuke was friend or foe, he and Naruto always pushed each other to get stronger. Sure enough, by the end of Naruto Shippuden, Sasuke had amassed all kinds of power to compete with Naruto the jinchuriki.

Sasuke Uchiha already had a head start in his childhood, training to hone his immense natural talents to stay ahead of the curve as he grew up. Later, Sasuke awakened his Sharingan eyes and upgraded them to the Mangekyo Sharingan and Rinnesharingan, and he also wields jutsu like the Chidori and the summoning jutsu. Thus, Sasuke became one of the most powerful kind-of villains in all of Naruto, and there's no doubt that with his arsenal of jutsu,...

A successor series that launched four years after the end of Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Legend of Korra expands on the Avatar universe while following an entirely new Avatar a hot-headed, self-assured girl named Korra. Throughout Korra's joruney, she struggles with being exposed to many of the world's harsh realities while trying to master her powers and use them to benefit the people of Republic City. While some fans believe the series inherently worse than its predecessor, The Legend of Korra is generally well-liked and is considered especially important for adding more same-sex relationship acceptance to kids' media.

Even so, there are definitely aspects where The Legend of Korra struggles, and fans are left scratching their heads at certain story developments or how characters get used. Romance is used in awkward and unfulfilling ways, Korra unlocks powers that shouldn't be possible at incredibly convenient times, and characters like Asami...

One of the "Big Three" anime, One Piece stars a cast of incredible fighters, including the blond chef, Sanji. Sanji was already impressive when Luffy first met him in the Baratie story arc, being a martial artist who emphasized rapid movements and kicks to take down his foes. Since then, Sanji has become much stronger thanks to his newfound use of Haki, the development of Diable Jambe, and even his latent genetic modifications awakening.

By now, Sanji can take on the strongest foes in One Piece's world alongside his fellow Straw Hats, but things might be different if Sanji paid a visit to other shonen realms. There, the kicking chef would meet his true equals, fighters who wield abilities beyond anything Sanji has seen with Devil Fruits and Haki. Sanji can still take on many of these warriors outside of One Piece, but a few of them would knock...

Season 2 of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime chronicles a critical episode from Satoru Gojo's youth in which his best friend Suguru Geto decides that the world would be better off without any non-sorcerers. During a joint interview with several members of Jujutsu Kaisen's cast and crew, director Shota Goshozono explained the reason for what he refers to as Geto's "fall into darkness."

In Jujutsu Kaisen, Geto is introduced as a talented sorcerer with purely noble ambitions. However, his resolve falters after an eye-opening incident involving two child sorcerers and a town driven mad with grief and anger. Per Oricon, Goshozono discusses how, for him, Geto's fall from grace is also related to the ongoing struggles within the larger jujutsu sorcerer community. "For [Gojo's Past arc], I had my own theme in mind: how to interpret the reasons for Geto's fall into darkness and his actions and incorporate them into the anime.

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If you are a horror fan then there is a big chance that you might have heard about the horror streaming service Shudder, and if you have its subscription you might be wondering what’s in store for you in October 2024. Don’t worry there is a host of new and old horror movies coming to the service in the upcoming month and we have listed the 13 best movies coming to Shudder in October 2024.

Hush (October 1)

Hush is a slasher horror thriller film directed by Mike Flanagan who also co-wrote the film with Kate Siegel. The 2016 film follows the story of a dead writer living in a remote house in the woods but when a masked killer appears in the window she must fight for her survival. Hush stars Kate Siegel in the lead role with John Gallagher Jr.,...

Anime has a unique way of empowering and inspiring its audience, especially through the words of characters. Female characters, in particular, deliver some of the most powerful and thought-provoking quotes in the medium.

These memorable quotes not only highlight who they are but also inspire fans to embrace inner strength and tackle challenges with confidence, grace, and, occasionally, brute force.

From Maki Zenin, who defied her familys expectations and devoted everything to training herself to become stronger, to Mikasa Ackerman, who found the will to fight and live despite immense loss, female anime characters have showcased remarkable resilience and growth when facing their respective challenges.

"If A Soldier's Pride Means Hurting Someone, Then I Don't Want It." Usagi Tsukino Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon

Cast Yasuhiro Takato, Kae Araki, Keiko Han, Rica Fukami, Emi Shinohara, Aya Hisakawa, Michie Tomizawa, Tru Furuya, Kotono MitsuishiRelease Date March 7, 1992Seasons 5Genres Drama, Romance, Action, FantasyStreaming...

The first season of The Legend of Korra featured some outstanding battle scenes between the new Team Avatar and the Equalist movement, and Book Two: Spirits had even better fights as the lore and combat system evolved. Taking place several months after Book One, Book Two challenged Korra to face dark spirits and even her own uncle as Harmonic Convergence loomed.

In Book Two, the members of Team Avatar faced brand-new challenges as the Water Tribe fought a civil war and Varrick and Unalaq advanced their own schemes. Even if those fights didn't always go Team Avatar's way, it was still hugely entertaining to watch Korra, Mako, Bolin, Asami, and their various allies take on the forces of evil to save the world once again.

Your browser does not support the video tag. Korra vs Unalaq Was a Tense Fight For Jinora's Freedom Episode: "A New Spiritual Age"

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Ayato (Hayato Isomura) is busy paying off his late father's debts, and also has to care for his mother Asami (Reika Kirishima), who suffers from an incurable disease. He works at a construction site during the day and at the karaoke bar opened by his parents at night. His younger brother Sohei (Shodai Fukuyama), who lives with him, also takes on the same responsibilities while aspiring to be a mixed martial arts fighter following in their father's footsteps. Even though he is living a life that is by no means rich, Ayato dreams of a happy future with his girlfriend, Hinata (Yukino Kishii). But one fateful night, their daily lives are completely changed by an unexpected event.

Scheduled for theatrical release in Japan on October 11, 2024.

DC Comics Green Lantern Corps is an intergalactic peacekeeping organization that patrols the cosmos to protect inhabited worlds from threats that their local law enforcement cannot hope to deal with. The source of the Green Lanterns' power come from the emotional spectrum, and because of that, they will only allow those with the strongest willpower to join its ranks.

While numerous examples of possible candidates can be found within comic books, the vast medium of anime holds a plethora of characters who hold the right determination to wear the Green Lantern Ring. This article will go over ten such characters from a variety of anime who have shown that they have the mental endurance and resolve to join the Green Lantern Corps.

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Anime groups of four are dependable friends who support each other through thick and thin, proving the power of friendship in iconic shows. The best anime friendships are built on trust, balance, and teamwork, creating dynamic groups that face challenges together with unwavering support. From fighting evil forces to solving mysteries, these groups of four showcase the importance of friendship in making life's adventures more exciting.

Any anime hinges on the relationships between characters. Whether its between two or more characters, friendships can make or break a groups success. Many iconic anime groups come to mind when thinking about the best friendships. Several of these relationships can be found in groups of four.

The best anime groups of four are well-balanced and always have each others backs. They support each other in dark times. They also fight together to do whats right. No matter what anime they are from, these...

Kaiju No. 8's second season will release in 2025, with a new original episode already in production. The news has been confirmed with a new teaser video that showcases previous fights from season 1. The rapid renewal and release of season 2 reflect the anime's tremendous popularity.

Crunchyroll's newest hit anime, Kaiju No. 8, has finally revealed an official release window for its upcoming second season along with an exciting new teaser. Based on the manga by Naoya Matsumoto, Kaiju no. 8 was instantly renewed for season 2 back in June, as soon as its first season finished airing, and it seems fans may not have to wait too long for the upcoming season to release.

A post on X by the anime's official account has confirmed that season 2 of Kaiju no. 8 will be released in 2025. The announcement was accompanied by a new teaser video posted to X as well as...

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It's been 15 years since Avatar: The Last Airbender aired its final episode with Aang defeating Fire Lord Ozai, and nine years since The Legend of Korra aired its final episode with Korra taking down Kuvira and her giant mech. It all began as a humble adventure/comedy show on Nickelodeon, but it quickly became one of the best cartoons ever created. Despite the fact that the universe has no current series, it's a testament to the quality of the shows that they are still talked about with as much love today as when they were airing.

Both Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra introduced some of the most impressive fighters, both in the form of benders and non-benders. The world of Avatar has some of the strongest characters in television history, and these acrobatic and exciting characters made the...

Shonen Jump stories tend to center around characters with over-the-top powers. The characters in Shonen Jump stories tend to be among the strongest in all anime and manga. Characters like Sukuna, All Might, and Gold Roger all showcase unbelievable power levels.

Shonen Jump has published various stories across multiple decades, but the biggest hallmark of their brand is undoubtedly their action stories. Some of the most popular action stories in anime and manga have come out of Shonen Jump, and going right along with that, theyve become popular thanks in large part to how bombastic and over-the-top they make their action, either gradually or from the very start.

An action story that comes out of Shonen Jump will likely be as over-the-top as possible, and the characters involved in those stories tend to go along with that.

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The anime medium, particularly the shonen variety, is brimming with powerful characters whose special abilities allow them to manifest as the strongest heroes or villains of their respective fictional universes. While it's true that some female characters may be overlooked in a franchise because of limitations in their abilities or presence in the plot, there are plenty of female anime characters whose influential power is well-known.

Whether a character is clearly at the top ranks of their series, like Kaiju No. 8's Third Division Captain Mina Ashiro, or mysterious like Chainsaw Man's Makima, anime's female characters shine when featured at their strongest in significant sequences in their narratives. Female characters appear as formidable forces on both sides of the battle between good and evil pervading virtually every shonen series, and recognizing how the battle prowess of female characters...

While Avatar: The Last Airbender remains a timeless masterpiece of television, its spin-off, and sort-off-sequel, The Legend of Korra, didn’t quite match the acclaim of its predecessor. The show faced criticism for its storyline and thematic choices, which divided the fanbase.

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Janet Varney, who voiced Korra, reflected on the fan reactions at the time, acknowledging the mixed responses and the controversy surrounding certain creative decisions most importantly Korra’s sexuality.

Korra’s Voice Actor Reveals How People’s Reaction to Her Character Being Gay Affected Her

It’s now widely known that Korra, the successor to Aang in The Legend of Korra, was portrayed as bisexual, a decision that stirred controversy among some fans. The show’s co-creators, Bryan Konietzko, and Mike Dimartino, openly acknowledged and confirmed this relationship on their Tumblr blogs, which was seen as breaking conventions in children’s shows.