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The second season of I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level is almost here. The anime’s official website released its latest promotional video (see below) and a new key visual, teasing what’s to come. We also get a sneak peek at Yui Ogura’s cheerful opening theme, ‘SoLucky’, and Aguri Ōnishi’s ending track, ‘Eeny, Meeny, Miny, Moe‘.

The new season will begin airing on April 5, starting on At-x at 9:30 p.m.

The story continues to follow Azusa, a witch who spent 300 years living a quiet life and accidentally became incredibly powerful by defeating slimes daily. Her peaceful days are constantly interrupted by adventurers, dragons, and all kinds of quirky visitors. The anime combines humor, heart, and a lighthearted approach to the fantasy genre, making it a fan favorite since its first season in 2021.

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Every member of the Straw Hat crew is indispensable, and imagining the crew without even one of them describes fans’ worst nightmares. After going through thousands of chapters and episodes, fans have forged a precious bond with One Piece characters. Their mere mention can light up our days, and we all have those inside jokes that warm up our hearts.

Franky bawls his eyes out in One Piece | Credits: Studio Toei Animation

This heartwarming dynamic wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for the voice actors who brought our favorite characters to life with their charming voices. As heartbreaking as it is, it’s time for fans to bid goodbye to their Franky, as Kazuki Yao’s retirement has been officially announced. And, Eiichiro Oda has a perfect send-off gift for the actor in the upcoming chapter of the series.

Kazuki Yao beyond Franky in One Piece

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Throughout One Piece, Eiichiro Oda has excellently connected many plot lines together, creating a continuous stream of events. For instance, the return of Crocodile and Bon Chan in Impel Down or Kuma’s connection to Luffy’s journey. All these coincidences that tie together different phases of the overarching narrative wouldn’t have been possible without the thousands of chapters.

Brook and Laboon in One Piece | Credits: Studio Toei Animation

However, the length of the series is a double-edged sword and leaves many plot points unanswered as well. A character who showcases how the length of One Piece is both a blessing and a curse is Laboon. The giant whale’s character arc highlights how the length of the series gives room for valuable developments while leaving some important events unaddressed.

Laboon and her constant war with the Red Line

Laboon was a part of the Rumbar Pirates, Brook’s former crew in One Piece.

When someone says shonen, Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach are the first titles that come to mind. The Big Three anime are the representatives of the shonen spirit that is now being carried out by the modern lot. They all handle popular tropes differently from one another, especially Bleach.

Aizen during his fight with Yamamoto in Bleach anime | Credits: Studio Pierrot Co. Ltd.

Whether it’s the protagonist or the world-building, Bleach sets itself apart from most mainstream series. Tite Kubo often deviated from the typical plot progression usually seen in shonen stories. Fans pointed out one such instance that makes one wonder if Bleach was ever truly shonen. We believe it was not, and here’s why.

The difference between Zoro and Aizen’s ideology

The characters in One Piece have a strong set of values, from Luffy to Bon Chan, everyone has a belief system that they usually don’t defy.

Fall season is finally here, and a new wave of anime is hitting the community, some more anticipated than others. While this year had many diverse series scheduled for release, it is in this season that many of the biggest and most hyped anime will be making their grand entrance.

September to November has featured the most popular series for many years, with last year boasting hits like Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Apothecary Diaries, Spy X Family and more. 2022 had even bigger series like Chainsaw Man, My Hero Academia, Mob Psycho 100, and Blue Lock. Fortunately, this year does not break this tradition, and it will close out the year with bangers.

Shangri-La Frontier Is Back Sooner Than Expected October 13, 2024

Shangri-La Frontier Release Date October 1, 2023Cast Umeka Shouji, Makoto Koichi, Asaki Yuikawa, Saho Shirasu, Takuma Nagatsuka, Satomi Sato, Sayaka Senbongi, Yumiri Hanamori, Yuma Uchida, Yoko Hikasa, Rina Hidaka, Seiichiro Yamashita,...

Ahead of a 2025 broadcast, the much-anticipated second anime season of I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level followed up last week's Laika character trailer with one for slime sisters Falfa and Shalsha, who are voiced by Sayaka Senbongi and Minami Tanaka, respectively. Related: I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Season 2 Anime Releases Laika Character Trailer Based on the light novels by Kisetsu Morita and Benio, Kunihisa Sugishima directs Season 2 of I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level at studio Teddy, with series composition by Naohiro Fukushima, character designs by Hikaru Kodama and music by Keiji Inai. Crunchyroll streams the first season in a range of subs and dubs, and describes the story: After dying of overwork in the real world, I’m reincarnated as an immortal witch, and I spend 300 years enjoying a relaxing life. At some point,...

After one of the quickest renewals, Crunchyroll's hit action fantasy series, Shangri-La Frontier, has finally revealed its first full trailer for season 2 ahead of its Fall release. Season 2 of Shangri-La Frontier is right around the corner and the series' new trailer has finally given fans a glimpse of what's to come in the upcoming installment, along with the new opening theme for the series.

A new full-length trailer for season 2 of Shangri-La Frontier was recently posted to the franchise's official X handle and YouTube channel, which features the main cast once again logging into the world of the titular VR game. The trailer also includes a glimpse at the new opening theme for season 2 titled "Queen" which will be performed by LiSA.

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The upcoming fall 2024 TV anime Kinoko Inu held an advance screening for its first three episodes at the Shinjuku Piccadilly theater in Tokyo today on September 8. At the event, which was attended by the seven main voice cast members, a second trailer, premiere date, and the opening theme song artist were announced. The anime will begin broadcasting and streaming in Japan on October 3, and the second trailer below also features the opening theme song "Kinoko Inu" performed by the Okinawa-born mixture band Hy . The song will be available digitally on October 4. Kinoko Inu TV anime 2nd Trailer Hy artist photo Related: Kinoko Inu TV Anime Unveils New Trailer and More The TV anime is based on Kimama Aoboshi's fantasy manga of the same name.The manga was serialized in Tokuma Shoten's Monthly Comic Ryu magazine from July 2010 to February 2022, releasing 15 tankobon volumes. The series has printed over 1.75 million copies according to the publisher's press release.

The success of One Piece Live Action has exposed the colossal and colorful world of One Piece to a new section of people. Some of them might not even be familiar with the scale at which the story expands. Compared to what we have seen in the live-action so far, the goofiness is off the charts in the manga. In his unique way, Eiichiro Oda has incorporated many elements in the story which are not as common in Shonen anime and manga.

Sanji and the inhabitants of Momoiro Island | Credits: Toei Animation

One such aspect is the representation of the LGBTQ+ community in One Piece. Fans who are familiar with the manga know how some of the important characters in the story identify as gender fluid, transexual, or gender queer. However, this is something which might catch the One Piece Live Action fans off guard, fueling an unpleasant uproar.

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The anime adaptation of Trillion Game is looking to win big in the fall anime season, and today we know exactly when the game begins: October 3 . The news comes via the show's new two-minute-long trailer, featuring a look at new characters and a sample of both theme songs for the upcoming series. Have a look: Related: Trillion Game TV Anime Introduces Haru Tennoji in New Character Trailer As featured in the new trailer, the opening theme for the series is "Beat the odds" by boy band &Team. Jpop band Klang Ruler performs the ending theme, "Unbelivable." Additionally, four new characters join the fray, comprising a video game company in crisis. Sakura: Voiced by Ryota Suzuki (Isami Ao in Brave Bang Bravern! ) Futaba: Voiced by Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille in Delicious in Dungeon ) Nanamori: Voiced by Rikuya Yasuda (Mullin in As Miss Beelzebub Likes it .) Ogura: Voiced by Yuuki Shin (Iharu Furuhashi in Kaiju No.

Naruto and One Piece are the two heavyweights in the anime realm that have captivated millions of fans worldwide. With Naruto‘s deep exploration on the shinobi world and the powerful Jutsu contrasting One Piece‘s vast world-building; each series brings something unique to the table. However, there is one aspect where Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece totally outshines Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto, which is in the development of its minor characters.

Team 7 reunion in Naruto: Shippuden | Credit: Studio Pierrot

This disparity becomes even more visible when comparing Kishimoto’s treatment of some of the overhyped yet less developed characters to Oda’s masterful attention to detail. In One Piece, even some of the minor characters are given richly detailed backstories that not only enhance their depth but also have an essential impact on the plot.

The Underdeveloped Trope in Naruto

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Kinoko Inu , an upcoming TV anime based on the manga of the same name, has revealed a new trailer, a new piece of key art, five new cast members, and the official ending theme song performer for the series. The series will broadcast in Japan beginning in October 2024. The new cast members include: Mako Komako voiced by Anna Nagase Itsuki Yara voiced by Takuma Terashima Plum voiced by Misaki Kuno Anzu Uehara voiced by Hinano Tsubasa Uehara voiced by Sayaka Senbongi IBERIs& performs the ending theme song for the series, which is entitled “Heart b-b-beat!!”. Tokuma Shoten serialized the original Kinoko Inu manga by Kimama Aoboshi from 2010 – 2022 in their Monthly Comic Ryu seinen manga magazine. Kagetoshi Asano directs the TV anime at animation studio C-Station. Jin Tanaka provides the series composition, Daisuke Endou provides the character designs, and Akiyuki Tateyama provides the music. Kinoko Inu key art Related: Kinoko Inu...

Ahead of an August 9 theatrical release in Japan and in North America at a later date , a brand-new trailer for the second Bocchi The Rock! anime recap film was released today, along with details about promotional events and exclusive gifts for theatergoers. Voice actors Yoshino Aoyama (Hitori), Sayumi Suzushiro (Nijika), Saku Mizuno (Ryo) and Ikumi Hasegawa (Ikuyo) will celebrate the release of Bocchi The Rock! Re:Re: with appearances at Shinjuku Wald 9, Toho Cinemas Shinjuku and United Cinema across Tokyo on August 11. Additional appearances in pairs are also scheduled across multiple dates and venues. Furthermore, Maaya Uchida (Seika), Sayaka Senbongi (Kikuri) and Kotori Kawai (Pa-san) will attend Shinjuku Wald 9 on September 11 for a stage appearance aimed at a mature audience. Stage Greeting Schedule Filmgoers will receive a bonus manga by Aki Hamaji titled Bocchi The Rock! Epigraph 2 while stocks last, as well one of six illustration cards by anime character...

The official website for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Sui Futami's fantasy manga series Dungeon People has released a second trailer featuring the opening theme song "Micro Revolution" performed by three-member voice actor unit TrySail and the ending theme "Blue Print" sung by singer Nanawoakari . The CD single of TrySail's "Micro Revolution" is set to release on August 7, 2024. TrySail artist photo Nanawoakari's "Blue Print" will be available digitally in July. Nanawoakari artist photo Additionally, the anime's key visual has been revealed. Related : Dungeon People Anime Premiere Date Set The TV anime Dungeon People is set to premiere in Japan on July 5, 2024. Sayaka Senbongi (Mume in Kabaneri of the Iron Fortres s) is cast as one of the two protagonists, Clay, while Sayumi Suzushiro (Rina in The Unwanted Undead Adventurer ) as another protagonist, Belle. Sayaka Yamai ( Life with an Ordinary Guy Who Reincarnated into a Total Fantasy Knockout ) serves as director at Olm.

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The Dungeon People anime will be streamed on Hidive, making this new fantasy anime one of Hidive’s highlight shows in its summer 2024 slate.

Ahead of its streaming release on the platform, Hidive also confirmed that it will bring the anime to Anime Expo 2024 this July for its North American premiere.

While Hidive has not shared the exact release time of the anime yet, we can get a good idea based on its North American premiere and Japanese broadcast times.

Hidive to Stream Dungeon People Anime

Dungeon People is a new fantasy comedy anime based on an ongoing manga of the same name by Sui Futami. This anime features many notable cast members from notable fantasy anime.

For instance, the lead role of Clay is voiced by Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille in Delicious in Dungeon). Meanwhile, Sayumi Suzushiro (Lawine in Frieren) voices Belle.

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The Summer 2024 season is just a month away. Ahead of the new season, the Dungeon People anime confirmed its July release date.

This new anime is a fantasy series based on an ongoing manga. Despite its cutesy art style, this series is in the seinen genre, meaning it’s not your typical fantasy anime.

Dungeon People Confirms July Release Date

Dungeon People got a new short TV commercial recently, and while it’s fairly short, it features some funny scenes featuring its two main characters Clay and Belle.

These scenes also show off the show’s cute character design, along with animation courtesy of Olm, the studio behind hit shows like The Apothecary Diaries and Odd Taxi.

What’s more, the commercial also revealed the Dungeon People anime’s July 6 release date.

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The official website for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Sui Futami's fantasy manga series Dungeon People announced four additional voice cast members today. Rangardo played by Naomi Kusumi (Akisada Izumi in Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie ) A dwarf in charge of the lower levels of the dungeon. He is a blacksmith who manages treasure chests and items, crafts weapons, and is also the site supervisor for the golems. Sendai (The Predecessor) played by Nobuo Tobita (Kamille Bidan in Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam ) -- The dungeon master who preceded Belle. He created the dungeon, originally considered a supernatural phenomenon, from scratch and had Belle take over its management. Renfringe played by Hochu Otsuka (Jiraiya in Naruto ) -- Guildmaster of the Thief Guild in Antmorg. Despite his mild-mannered appearance, he is a former assassin. Fuurin played by M・A・O (Saki Kirishima in The Yuzuki Family's Four Sons ) -- An assitant...

At long last, Rimuru Tempest has returned, and the adventures of the That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime anime can continue apace. Following the act of episode 48.5 on March 30, the adaptation is officially back with a new season on Crunchyroll today, and there's… a lot of ground to cover! The cast list alone is enough to chew on for the entire Spring 2024 anime season , so let's get started with our full overview below. Watch That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 on Crunchyroll! In This Guide Release Date Characters and Voice Cast Anime Staff Official Trailers Anime Art & Key Visuals Anime Synopsis Additional Information When Does the That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 Anime Come Out? That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 officially comes to Crunchyroll with new episodes starting April 5, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. Pt . Where can I watch?...

Following up on last month's cast and staff announcements, the first full trailer is here for the Dungeon People anime. The series is set to kick off in Japan this July, and you can meet the main characters and see some (literal) quick cuts below. Dungeon People Anime Trailer Related: Dungeon People Anime Reveals Main Cast and Staff, Premiere Date As previously reported, the Dungeon People anime stars Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille in Delicious in Dungeon ) as Clay and Sayumi Suzushiro (Rina in The Unwanted Undead Adventurer ) as Belle. Based on the manga by Sui Hutami, Dungeon People is being directed by Sayaka Yamai ( Life With an Ordinary Guy Who Reincarnated Into a Total Fantasy Knockout ) at studio Olm, with series composition by Toshimitsu Takeuchi ( Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens ) and character designs by Hiromi Nakayama ( Oddtaxi ). Seven Seas Entertainment, which publishes the manga's official English version, describes the series: An unexplored dungeon, filled with monsters and traps.

The previously announced anime adaptation of labyrinth management manga Dungeon People opened its official Twitter account today, revealing a teaser visual, main cast and staff details and a July 2024 release date. Clay, pictured left below, will be voiced by Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille in Delicious in Dungeon ), while Belle will be voiced by Sayumi Suzushiro (Rina in The Unwanted Undead Adventurer ). Teaser Visual Related: Delicious in Dungeon Anime Parties Hard in Creditless Ending Theme Video Based on the manga by Sui Hutami, Dungeon People is being directed by Sayaka Yamai ( Life With an Ordinary Guy Who Reincarnated Into a Total Fantasy Knockout ) at studio Olm, with series composition by Toshimitsu Takeuchi ( Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens ) and character designs by Hiromi Nakayama ( Oddtaxi ). Seven Seas Entertainment, which publishes the manga's official English version, describes the series: An unexplored dungeon, filled with monsters and traps. An expert thief, searching for her lost father. When Clay...

The Kaiju are coming! Today, the official Toho Animation YouTube channel unleashed a brand new trailer for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of the Kaiju No. 8 manga, revealing and previewing the opening and ending theme tunes from Yungblud and OneRepublic as well as an April 13 premiere in Japan. The opening theme from Yungblud is titled “Abyss,” while OneRepublic will perform the ending theme, “Nobody.” Yungblud is an English singer best known for songs featured in 13 Reasons Why and Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw . OneRepublic is an American band that rose to prominence with the international hit “Apologize,” a collaboration with music producer Timbaland, and featured in Top Gun Maverick with the single “I Ain't Worried.” Additionally, Sayaka Sembongi (Haru in Beastars ) was announced to play the role of Operations of the Third Division, Konomi Okonogi. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Goes Running in 6th Scenery Visual The original...

It’s going to be a great start to the New Year on Netflix. With the arrival of the Marineford Arc in the One Piece anime, Mappa’s latest release, and a return to the Seven Deadly Sins franchise, there’s not much anime fans will want to miss on Netflix in January 2024.

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Below is the scheduled list of anime coming to Netflix US in January 2024:

One Piece (Season 20)

New Episodes: 39

Genre: Action, Adventure | Runtime: 24 Minutes

Cast: Mayumi Tanaka, Akemi Okamura, Kazuya Nakai, Kappei Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Hirata

Netflix Release Date: January 1st, 2024

Fans experiencing One Piece for the first time through Netflix are in for one dramatic roller coaster of action and emotion.

Ace, Luffy’s sworn brother, is due to be executed at any moment, resulting in the Whitebeard Pirates moving on Marine HQ. As Ace’s life hangs in the balance, Luffy is racing...

The screenwriter of One Piece Film: Red reveals that the movie was initially supposed to star one of the most beloved characters in the entire series: Bon Kurei, aka Mr. 2. In one of the discarded ideas for the film, Luffy and his companions were supposed to invade the New Impel Down prison to rescue Bon Kurei, who sacrificed himself to let them escape from that same prison in the One Piece manga.

Bentham of the Wild, alias Mr. 2 Bon Kurei, also known as Bon Clay in some English translations, was originally a villain that the Straw Hats met during the Arabasta Arc. As one of the officers in Mr. Crocodile's Baroque Works, he was one of the main antagonists in that saga, but his genuine and honest personality immediately resonated with Luffy and the Straw Hats, forging a bond over the shared value of friendship. Bon Kurei switched sides...