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Star Trek: Tng was one of the biggest hits for the franchise. Due to the spinoff show, a whole new generation of fans got introduced to the Federation, the Enterprise, and an interstellar adventure of a lifetime. While the futuristic show explored many deep themes, sometimes the episodes were just light-hearted and fun.

One such episode was the season 4 one ‘QPid’, which saw John de Lancie’s Q play cupid to Sir Patrick Stewart’s Captain Picard and his romance with Vash. The episode sees Q transport the entire bridge crew and Vash to a Robin Hood-themed forest. The costumes are incredibly done and give a fun edge to the otherwise militaristic bridge crew.

Star Trek: Tng’s Robin Hood-themed episode gets fans’ approval on costumes A still from Star Trek: Tng | Credits: Paramount

You wouldn’t know it, but this bridge crew would fit right in at your local Renaissance Fair.

The great New Zealand-born actor Clive Revill has passed away at the age of 94. He died in Sherman Oaks, California, having succumbed to dementia on March 11. The sad news was confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter by his daughter, Kate Selsby Revill-Oglesby. Revill's storied career encompassed performances on the stage, silver screen, and television, and spanned from Shakespeare to horror and Star Trek to Star Wars, and included many voice-acting credits.

Revill, who would have turned 95 on April 18, entered the Star Trek universe in 1991, when he guest starred as Sir Guy of Gisbourne in the fourth-season Star Trek: The Next Generation episode “Qpid.” The character seeks to marry Maid Marian/Vash (Jennifer Hetrick) and ultimately clashes with Robin Hood/Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) and his Merry Men, a/k/a Dr. Crusher (Gates McFadden), Worf (Michael Dorn), Data (Brent Spiner), Riker (Jonathan Frakes), and Troi (Marina Sirtis).

Among Revill’s other credits,...

To be a fan of The X-Filesmeans accepting the most difficult truth:the universe created by Chris Carter often suffered from incomplete, unsatisfying or downright confusing endings. Even with more than its share of flawless episodesthe show was neither perfect nor beyond critique.

Many great storylines in The X-Files went nowhere, either forgotten by storytellers or used so often that the "answers" are more confusing than the original question. Truth is a matter of perspective in this saga, but there are, arguably, examples of how, even when the show missed the target, it still captured fans' imaginations.

The Mysterious Men in Black and Their Relationship to Alex Trebek Were They Real, Part of 'Majestic 12' or Did Viewers Just See the Planet Venus?

As serious as the show could be, some of its best stories were the funniest The X-Files episodes. "Jose Chung's From Outer Space" is one such instance, and...

Over the past 50 years, there's been no shortage of excellent action anime for people to watch. These iconic titles have stood the test of time in several ways. They are known for the great animation, choreography, and fight scenes on display. A fantastic fight from a currently airing anime feels like nothing compared to the astounding quality these titles maintain.

The best action anime are usually the most consistent. Fight scenes may be one thing, but without an interesting story or characters to back them up, they don't hit nearly as hard. Fortunately, these examples provide plenty of substance to balance their impressive style. It's unclear what the anime landscape would look like now without these series.

Trigun's Gunslinging Action Has Yet to Be Matched Streaming on Crunchyroll

Trigun's gunslinging action remains unique in a sea of action series focusing on hand-to-hand combat. Vash the Stampede may be an expert with guns,...

Anime fans, get ready, because one of 2023's biggest hits, Trigun Stampede, is about to be available for free. Trigun Stampede, the stunning 2023 re-imagining of the classic Trigun series, will soon be streaming on the Toho Animation YouTube channel. For a limited time, fans old and new will have the chance to experience Vash the Stampede’s thrilling adventure at no cost. Whether fans missed it during its initial release or want to relive its breathtaking animation and emotional storytelling, now is the perfect time to dive in.

To celebrate the lifting of a teaser visual ban, according to @S3Mi11A on X, Toho Animation is making Trigun Stampede temporarily free in carefully scheduled batches. Each set of episodes will be available for one week at a time, starting March 24 and running through April 20. This limited-time event offers the perfect opportunity to see why Trigun Stampede earned widespread acclaim,...

In order to be relatable to their target audience, main characters in shonen anime often hit the same age group. The lead character is often between 8-16, even if it doesn't always make sense for the adventure they're going on. For older fans, or even younger fans looking for a change, seeing the same aged characters can get a little boring.

However, not all shonen anime characters are just pre-teens and teenagers. Some protagonists are actually allowed to be older to tell different stories, with their creators making them centuries or even millennia old. It's hard not to wonder who are some of the oldest main characters in shonen anime.

Rimuru Tempest Runs His Own Country By 38 in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Streaming on Crunchyroll

Rimuru Tempest's age isn't discussed as much now since he spends most of his time in slime mode. However, it was...

Fans of Trigun Stampede will surely be thrilled to learn that the next season, titled Trigun Stargaze, finally has a release window, and will be debuting in 2026. The news comes as the series approaches its 2-year anniversary of airing.

Trigun Stargaze is being produced by Studio Orange, much like the first season, who are well known for their work on Beastars and other series. The announcement was accompanied by a poster, depicting the heavily scarred Vash standing with a gun, the entire image colored in only red and black. Stargaze was also announced to be receiving a new director, Masako Sato, who is known for his work on Haikyuu season 4 and at Studio Ghibli.

Trigun Stargaze Teases a Bloody New Version of Vash Vash the Stampede Carries a Lot On His Conscience "Trigun Stampede" Sequel Anime "Trigun Stargaze" Officially Confirmed For 2026!New Director Masako SatoAnimation Studio: ORANGEInfo Via Entax: https://t.

For fans who grew up with ‘90s anime, the era’s movies and series hold a special place in their hearts. No matter how many new shows emerge, certain iconic ships remain irreplaceable. Some fans are especially attached to the couples that defined their favorite anime, and their love for these pairings hasn’t faded.

Whether or not these anime series get new entries, these beloved couples have proven that they've stood the test of time. Even after nearly thirty years, many fans believe no modern ship can top them. To this day, they remain the best of the best — and fans are determined to keep their legacy alive even if it means it will be the hill they die on.

Princess Mononoke's Ashitaka & San Are Arguably Studio Ghibli's Best Ship Streaming On Hulu

When it comes to Studio Ghibli, certain couples are inherently more romantic than others. Ashitaka...

Many anime fans today got their start with '90s anime. These classics are good enough to pick up a large fan base and make people want more. Between being watched by so many fans and being the origins of several tropes that are still popular in modern anime, certain '90s anime are bound to fill viewers with nostalgia. Certain series are the spearheads for a variety of genres, too.

These anime are all classics that fans rave about, and many of them have related series. Through sequel series, anime that take place in the same world and modern remakes, these iconic '90s anime live on far past their first installment. Some even have live-action adaptations, but those come with a more mixed reception. On the whole, these are all great anime for fans new to the medium or those that just want a reminder of their roots.

It says a lot about the human condition, or at least the human ego, that the majority of our post-apocalyptic stories are about people who survive the apocalypse and become way more kickass. As opposed to, say, stories about the cockroaches who live on after we destroy ourselves, which is probably a more plausible scenario. The apocalypse looks like a pretty bad time in movies like “Fury Road” and “The Matrix” but the post-apocalypse is going to be pretty darned cool if those movies are any indication. At least that’s what Hollywood is selling.

Paul W.S. Anderson is no stranger to the post-apocalyptic subgenre. He’s made multiple “Resident Evil” films set in the aftermath of a zombie outbreak. Those films starred action hero Milla Jovovich as a superpowered post-apocalyptic warrior named Alice. But that was then and this is now, so he’s mixing it up a little with “In the Lost Lands.

In anime, characters will often choose to spare their enemies. Either out of a sense of morality or even justice, sparing one's enemies is heroic and honorable. However, not all characters deserve mercy, especially villains. Mercy is a courtesy few anime characters receive and not everyone who is shown mercy will pay that kindness back to the hero.

Shōnen anime often makes mercy a necessity for heroes to follow as a strict rule to not appear evil or complex. Few villains return such kindness and will often make mercy feel like regret to such characters instead of an act of compassion. While not every form of mercy is deserved, certain characters in anime have discovered the hard way that sparing one's enemies or even friends can result with devastating consequences.

One Piece's Akainu Spared Aokiji on Punk Hazard & Became a Titanic Captain Streaming on Crunchyroll

In One Piece, after the Summit War in Marineford,...

For the most part, anime characters are written to be exciting in battle yet are clearly fallible, having clear weaknesses their enemies might take advantage of. That creates proper tension and suspense in a fight, most of all in battle shonen anime, but some characters simply broke all the rules to become nigh-invulnerable. They pulled that off either by being strong enough to defeat any other opponent first, or by having special traits making them impossible to properly kill.

Interestingly, the list of near-invincible anime characters includes both heroes and villains, which calls for unique tricks in the writing for any anime. An invincible villain boosts the tension through the roof as the heroes struggle to find a way to beat the unbeatable, while invincible heroes aren't relatable on a physical level, so their personal arc is about something else entirely.

Satoru Gojo Made Himself Untouchable With His Domain Expansion...

The best Superman stories are the ones that nail the love story of Clark Kent and Lois Lane. On that front, the ongoing animated series "My Adventures with Superman" succeeds and soars like Kal-El himself. This Clark (Jack Quaid) and Lois (Alice Lee) are adorable apart and even more so when they're together.

In "My Adventures," Clark's bumbling nerd persona isn't just an act to divert suspicion from him being Superman, he really is that nervous around Lois. Lois is reimagined as not yet a master reporter, but merely a Daily Planet intern who wants to be one. She's less sardonic, more scrappy and ambitious, but still plenty clever. They've experienced some relationship trouble so far (between Lois's trust issues and Clark's fears of rejection), but it never feels artificial and they always come back together.

Though an American production, "My Adventures with Superman" often feels like the Man of Steel...

I discovered cosplay back in 2002 when I saw a Vash the Stampede cosplayer from Trigun walking down the street toward Anime Central. Over the years I’ve watched it grow into something truly incredible. Many cosplayers will tell you that doing it is more than just embodying their favorite anime characters (or whatever form of media they’re a fan of). For many, cosplay is a way to express themselves and connect with others, and there’s no better example of this than #28DaysOfBlackCosplay. Created by Chaka Ayana Cumberbatch and taking place during Black History Month, what started as a desire to highlight Black cosplayers has turned into a decade-long celebration that continues to uplift the community. In honor of this monumental movement hitting its tenth anniversary, I had the chance to speak with Cumberbatch about her cosplay origin story, what #28DaysOfBlackCosplay means to her and how cosplay skills come...

Judging an anime series isn't always about the quality of its writing or animation. Often, fans engage in popularity contests to decide which anime characters are the best. Intriguing, well-designed characters can define the story, turning a mediocre anime series into a truly unforgettable one with their sheer star power. Some of the most loved anime characters—from My Hero Academia to Naruto to One Piece—perfectly personify the best parts of their series, while others are masters of stealing the spotlight.

The very best anime characters tend to have that "it" factor that makes them the most popular, such as a combination of cool dialogue, memorable scenes, or even an interesting philosophy and worldview. Every anime fan will have their favorites, but a large handful of characters have still risen to the top among the community.

Updated on January 20th, 2025 by Louis Kemner: This list of the most popular...

Why Was The Ending Of Vikas Bahl’s Madhavan & Ajay Devgn Starrer Shaitaan Different From Vash? ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Shaitaan is one of the blockbuster films of the year. The supernatural horror thriller is an official adaptation of the 2023 Gujarati film Vash. It follows a family whose daughter falls under the control of a black magician. While the audience loved the film for its thrilling storyline, viewers who watched the original movie noticed that the director had changed the ending of Shaitaan.

Vash’s ending was dark and depressing. However, the makers of the remake decided to end it on a positive note. Director Vikas Bahl, who helmed Shaitaan, has now disclosed why he chose to alter the film’s ending.

Vikas Bahl Changed The Ending Of Shaitaan As He Did Not Want To Make A Depressing Film

Vikas Bahl recently appeared on Pinkvilla’s Director’s Roundtable along with Anees Bazmee,...

Trigun Stampede stunned anime viewers with its brilliant fluidity thanks to Orange Co., Ltd.'s sharp and refined use of 3D CG animation, but there are inevitable comparisons to the 1998 Madhouse original. Thanks to a recent interview with Anime News Network, director Kenji Muto sheds some light on his thought process for fans seeing the anime after viewing the original Trigun. While the series readies up for the release of Trigun Stargaze, the interview is a fascinating glimpse into the motivations behind Orange's adaptation.

The Trigun Stampede anime is essentially a soft reboot of the series, boosting the original's pacing while tweaking the original character designs yet keeping personalities and core plot intact. It was one of the best releases of Winter 2023, stunning viewers with its expressive characters and mesmerizing action, between Vash's incredible stunts and Millions Knives' ultraviolent displays. But Kenji Muto makes a case why his...

Best known for playing Lt. Commander Worf in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, actor Michael Dorn also directed four episodes of Star Trek. Dorn is one of many Star Trek: DS9 actors who became directors. Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's Avery Brooks (Captain Benjamin Sisko) and Rene Auberjonois (Constable Odo) each directed nine episodes of DS9. Tng's LeVar Burton (Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge), and Star Trek: Voyager's Robert Duncan McNeill (Lt. Tom Paris) and Roxann Dawson (Lt. B'Elanna Torres) have all become successful television directors.

Many Star Trek actors, including Dorn, got their chance to direct episodes because Star Trek producer Rick Berman's "Director's School" let interested actors from 1990s Star Trek shows get hands-on experience as directors. The Star Trek Director's School was inspired by Dorn's Star Trek: The Next Generation cast mate Jonathan Frakes (Commander William Riker), who...

Science fiction and anime have traversed a rich history together, with many phenomenal series like Steins; Gate, Dandadan and Dr. Stone continuing a long tradition of exploring elements of science via animation, thanks to Astro Boys storied success back in 1963. While todays audiences might be more familiar with current ongoing series, some old school anime from the 1990s and the early 2000s still hold up as culturally relevant offerings for viewers.

With themes still accessible to todays audiences, and characters with personalities so captivating that theyve practically taken on a life of their own, time means little to these old school gems. From the exploration of trauma in war presented by Neon Genesis Evangelion to the evolution of games for children in Angelic Layer, these anime series and movies still hold up today.

Trigun Brilliantly Combines Humor, Action and Philosophy The Character of Vash Remains Popular to Today's Audiences

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Before Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Armin Shimerman and Max Grodnchik made their franchise debuts as other Ferengi characters in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Shimerman and Grodnchik are most famous for playing the sibling duo Quark and Rom on Deep Space Nine. Quark was part of DS9's main cast of characters, appearing in almost every episode, while Rom was a recurring character who first appeared in the pilot episode "Emissary." Together with Rom's son, Nog (Aron Eisenberg), the trio made up the bulk of Ferengi representation on DS9.

As the first Ferengi main characters on any Star Trek TV show, Quark and Rom expanded Star Trek's Ferengi history and lore, making the species more sympathetic and complex. This was no small feat, as when the Ferengi were created for Star Trek: Tng, they were meant to be the series' main villains. Despite some of the Ferengi's less likable qualities,...

Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) may be one of Star Trek's most serious captains, but this Star Trek: The Next Generation episode proved Patrick Stewart could be incredibly funny as well. Patrick Stewart has been open about how he could be a bit too severe on set during Tng season 1. Just as it took Stewart himself time to adjust to the sometimes silly antics of Tng's other cast members, it took Captain Picard time to lighten up as well.

Since Star Trek: The Original Series, the franchise has incorporated humorous elements into its stories, from banter between characters to entire comedic episodes. Not only did Star Trek: The Next Generation hit its stride by the show's third season, but the actors also appeared more comfortable in their roles. Patrick Stewart never failed to deliver a solid performance as Captain Picard, but his comedy chops were not obviously apparent until this late Tng season 3 episode.

The rebooted series Trigun Stampede from Studio Orange was a hit in the Winter 2023 anime season, and a second season for the show has already been confirmed. The series blew fans away with its stunning animation and fantastic reinterpretation of classic characters, naturally leading many to eagerly anticipate the reboot's return. Here's everything fans need to know about what's been confirmed for Trigun Stampede season 2.

The Latest News on Trigun Stampede Season 2

The announcement of season 2 was made on March 26, via Studio Orange's X (Twitter) account, accompanied by a wanted poster for Vash with his bounty increased to 60 Billion double-dollars. Creators from Trigun Stampede attended the SakuraCon 2023 anime convention in April, where they shared some Trigun Stampede concept art, including art for characters and events that did not appear in the first season of the show. Orange has announced plans for panels at other future Western conventions, which may reveal additional info.

Full of epic action and striking style, the iconic Trigun franchise is a legendary anime series where guns are almost always a-blazin'. Now, dedicated fans with spare water on their hands can recreate these iconic action sequences, albeit in a much less serious way.

Created by Fullcock, some new replica toys from the Trigun anime franchise are on the way. While they certainly look like dashing and dangerous weapons, they're actually far wetter than they would appear. Perfect for collectors or those seeking to take down a bounty with H20, these water guns are some of the coolest anime collectibles around, and a solid choice for beating the summer heat in style.

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Op characters define the anime genre, bringing the ultimate level of power and thrilling battle sequences to the screen. Leaning into overwhelming strength or rejecting it altogether, Op characters offer variety and deep personal narratives. From Goku to Mikasa, Op characters bring more than just power, delving into complex emotions and motivations in their stories.

Among the most popular anime series, one of the most common genres is action. This is because action has become a huge staple for anime fans, leading to the major popularity of Op characters. Icons like Goku, Gojo, Frieren, and Mikasa, have become major faces for anime at large, but there's more to this trope than a throw of fists.

Op characters have become a staple part of the anime industry, leading to two separate extremes. The first are characters who lean into using their overwhelming powers and relish in them, while the second extreme...

Trigun Stampede Announces ‘Final Phase’ Titled Trigun Stargaze: Release Date Predictions Explored - Main Image

After more than a year since its finale, Trigun Stampede has announced its 'final phase' titled Trigun Stargaze.

While specific details such as the release date and cast are still under wraps, this update is sure to excite fans who have been eagerly awaiting news on the anime's next installment.

Trigun Stampede Reveals ‘Final Phase’ Titled Trigun Stargaze

This year's Anime Expo featured several major announcements from various studios and production companies.

One of which is studio Orange, which revealed that the ‘final phase’ of Trigun Stampede, which was originally confirmed last year, is titled Trigun Stargaze.

The announcement included new character designs for Vash, Millions Knives, and Nicholas D. Wolfwood, which thrilled fans and increased anticipation for the upcoming installment.

When Will Trigun Stargaze Premiere? Our Release Date Predictions

The Trigun Stampede anime aired...

Trigun Stargaze announced as the final series, set to continue Vash's adventures. 3Dcg animation in Trigun Stampede captivated viewers, leading to anticipation for the sequel. Trigun Stargaze may explore new territories, including Plants, Chronica, and Planet Gunsmoke.

Trigun Stampede stunned viewers with its gorgeous 3Dcg animation in early 2023, following the adventures of the charming Vash the Stampede, but its post-credits scenes left viewers wondering if there'd be a sequel. Luckily, the announcement of a new season of the Trigun anime project, titled Trigun Stargaze, was revealed on the Trigun anime X (formerly Twitter) account on July 4, 2024.

#Trigun Stampede #Trigunstargaze pic.twitter.com/iwxd65YeUQ Trigun Stampede (@trigun_anime) July 4, 2024

Labeled as the title of the "final series" by the production company Studio Orange, Trigun Stargaze is only freshly announced but will stoke fan anticipation likely for months or even years as necessary. Trigun Stampede was one of the premier...

It's another big month for home video at Crunchyroll, which just unveiled a bunch of upcoming releases heading to Blu-ray this September. Leading the charge is Vash himself in a stacked Trigun Stampede Limited Edition set, which packs the season with a Project Seeds Patch, Jeneora Rock Drink Coasters, a 12x18-inch copy of the Bernardelli Times and a trio of art cards, not to mention all the on-disc extras. There's also the Blu-ray debut of Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 3 , two Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Steelbooks, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2 Part 1 and more. Take a look below at the full list of home video releases for September 2024, and let us know what you'll be adding to your collection. Crunchyroll September 2024 Home Video Releases Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island Movie (Blu-ray) The Earth Federation Forces, riding on the momentum of their successful defense of Jaburo, have launched a...

It's another big month for home video at Crunchyroll, which just unveiled a bunch of upcoming releases heading to Blu-ray this September. Leading the charge is Vash himself in a stacked Trigun Stampede Limited Edition set, which packs the season with a Project Seeds Patch, Jeneora Rock Drink Coasters, a 12x18-inch copy of the Bernardelli Times and a trio of art cards, not to mention all the on-disc extras. There's also the Blu-ray debut of Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 3 , two Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Steelbooks, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2 Part 1 and more. Take a look below at the full list of home video releases for September 2024, and let us know what you'll be adding to your collection. Crunchyroll September 2024 Home Video Releases Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island Movie (Blu-ray) The Earth Federation Forces, riding on the momentum of their successful defense of Jaburo, have launched a...

The 1990s was a great time for anime. So many classic series and movies were released in the '90s, and they set the tone for anime in their genre to follow. Some '90s anime characters may be dated, but there are many classic characters that are so well-written that they still hold up today.

These characters have dynamic personalities with justified flaws and compelling talents. Their character arcs have nuance and plenty of growth. Sometimes, even flaws in a series' story are easy to ignore when the characters are so lovable. '90s anime characters also tend to have great fashion and design that are synonymous with the era.

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Most complicated anime heroes come from varied genres, showcasing different layers and appealing to diverse audiences. Characters like Lelouch, Hagu, and Eren excel at engaging audiences with multifaceted traits and gripping story arcs. Anime heroes like Vash, Guts, and Yuuri resonate by navigating complex themes, relationships, and personal growth.

Anime has become so much more than a niche animation format but a showcase for increasingly compelling storytelling and memorable, complicated heroes at the center of it. While some anime get away with protagonists having predictable goals and ambitions, like saving the world or even one-dimensional personalities, watercooler discussions invariably focus on more layered examples. After all, anime is like any other medium in pop culture and art in how much its characters and themes are intended to resonate with the audiences.

The most complicated anime heroes occupy a broad media spectrum, including high-concept yet cerebral storylines and low-concept, style-and-character-driven affairs.

Vash Movie Still ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

It’s exciting to watch some theatrical releases again on different Ott platforms. However, some movies make you wait longer than expected to arrive on a streaming platform. One such movie is Vash, a Gujarati supernatural horror thriller film that was released in theatres on February 10, 2023. The 2023 film inspired the 2024 hit Bollywood film Shaitaan, which stars Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Jyothika, Janki Bodiwala, and others.

If you loved Shaitaan and have been waiting to catch up on Vash, we have everything you need to know about it. If you are a fan of the Gujarati film and want to rewatch it, the wait is not much to catch up on it again. Keep reading this space more.

Vash Cast & Crew

The Gujarati horror thriller stars Hitu Kanodia as Atharva, Niilam Paanchal as Beena, Janki Bodiwala as Aarya, Hiten Kumar as Pratap and Aaryan Sanghvi as Ansh.

In the "Star Trek: The Next Generation" episode "Captain's Holiday", Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) was forced to take a vacation on the sexed-up beach resort planet of Risa where his impishly playful crew hoped he would have a drink, get laid, and return to the job less stern and more relaxed. Picard, a studious and intellectual fellow, would have been more content drinking tea and reading James Joyce's "Ulysses" in a dark room. 

Luckily, Risa proves to be more exciting than Picard realized. He had no interest in beach shenanigans, but he did fall into the company of the utterly dazzling Indiana-Jone-type adventurer Vash (Jennifer Hetrick), a roguish tomb raider. Picard and Vash end up having to protect a rare, powerful artifact from time-traveling Vorgons, and fall in lust as a result. Picard returns to the Enterprise more relaxed and with a new romantic interest in the back of his mind.

Queen's Blood is a strategic card game played on a grid. It requires deck building and using cards with various abilities to gain an edge over opponents. Defeating the Shadowblood Queen grants the title Blood Champion and the most powerful card in the game - the Shadowblood Queen Card. Winning matches increases Cloud's reputation, unlocks side quests, and ties the card game to the game's world.

Queen's Blood is a vibrant card game where players can test their wit within the world of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. More than just a delightful mini-game, Queen's Blood offers a challenge and a chance to snag valuable rewards. But great rewards await those who conquer every opponent, emerging as the ultimate champion of this new card game.

Queen's Blood isn't a typical card game. Played on a 3x7 grid, it demands strategic thinking and deck-building. Players will collect cards, each possessing unique abilities that can enhance the cards,...

I'm not blowing any minds by saying that "Avatar: The Last Airbender" took a lot of influence from anime. The characters are drawn in a way that they'd look right at home in an anime, but sometimes, the series' influences manifested more specifically. For instance, the season 1 spirit Hei Bai was inspired by the monstrous Angels from the classic mecha anime "Neon Genesis Evangelion." Jet, the anti-heroic leader of the Freedom Fighters, is likewise modeled on Spike Spiegel from "Cowboy Bebop" (and they share similar "unclear" death scenes). Since "Avatar" aired on Nickelodeon, Jet chews on a wheat thread instead of cigarettes like Spike.

These anime allusions aren't limited to supporting characters, either. In the season 3 episode "Nightmares and Daydreams," our hero — Avatar Aang — imagines himself facing the worst of the worst — Fire Lord Ozai. Neither hero nor villain are wearing their usual threads and across the dreams, they change appearance.

Jean-Luc Picard's love life is fraught with commitment issues, leading to broken promises and failed romances on the starship Enterprise. Despite the bond between Picard and Dr. Crusher, past relationships like Vash, Eline, and Anij highlight Picard's inability to commit fully. The psychological insight into Picard's fear of being loved in Star Trek: Picard season 2 set up the reunion with Dr. Crusher in season 3.

Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) had his fair share of love interests in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Picard, but they were beset by his own problems with commitment. From as early as Star Trek: Tng season 1, a potential romance was set up between Picard and Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden), but it never came to anything substantial. The two Star Trek: Tng characters were bonded by the tragic loss of Beverly's husband and Jean-Luc's best friend, Jack Crusher. However, despite that bond,...

Shaitaan Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking Update (3 More Days To Go) (Photo Credit – IMDb)

After Bholaa, Ajay Devgn is looking for a bounce back, so all eyes are set on how his Shaitaan turns out to be. Also featuring R Madhavan in the main role, the film has managed to lift up its pre-release buzz due to a well-cut trailer. But has it managed to translate that buzz in the advance booking at the Indian box office? Let’s find out what the day 1 report suggests!

Before coming with Bholaa, Ajay tasted a blockbuster success with Drishyam 2, which performed much beyond expectations. Just like Bholaa, even the Drishyam sequel was a remake, but the main advantage in the latter’s case was that the Hindi dubbed version was never done. So, a majority of the audience in the Hindi belt didn’t see the Malayalam sequel led by Mohanlal.

Vash, an archaeologist with a shady past, stirred intrigue with Captain Picard and reappeared on Deep Space Nine. Actress Jennifer Hetrick, who played Vash, had a real-life romance with Patrick Stewart. Star Trek: Lower Decks introduced its own version of Vash in archaeologist Petra Aberdeen.

Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) had a few love interests throughout Star Trek: The Next Generation, but Jennifer Hetrick's Vash was one of the most memorable. Unlike Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner), Picard did not regularly go on away missions, and he certainly did not regularly romance alien women. Picard spent much of his free time aboard the USS Enterprise-d, reading his favorite books and sipping Earl Grey tea. For the most part, Jean-Luc kept his friends at arm's length, and he allowed very few people into his heart.

Captain Picard's most captivating love story in Star Trek: The Next Generation was not quite a true romance,...

Isa Briones portrayed multiple characters in Star Trek: Picard, including Dahj and Soji, Data's "daughters." Briones' characters faced trauma from their creators and played vital roles in saving the galaxy with Jean-Luc Picard. Kore Soong, another character played by Briones, was the inspiration for the synthetic beings in the late 24th century.

Isa Briones played multiple characters in Star Trek: Picard, and she was the youngest cast member of the Star Trek series led by Sir Patrick Stewart. Star Trek: Picard picked up the story of Admiral Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) nearly 20 years after audiences last saw him as Captain of the USS Enterprise-e in Star Trek: Nemesis. In Picard's first two seasons, Jean-Luc's return to saving the galaxy saw him surround himself with a new, motley crew of misfits, with Isa Briones' characters among them.

The immensely talented Isa Briones was just 20 years old when she signed...

Dark Horse previously announced plans to give both the Trigun and Trigun Maximum manga the Deluxe Edition hardcover treatment, with the former scheduled to launch in December 2023 and the latter scheduled for April 2024. Plans have changed since then, and the latest update has both penciled in for Fall 2024. According to the update, Dark Horse is "working with the creator [Yasuhiro Nightow] and licensing partners to ensure these new editions are the best quality possible, and this is taking some extra time."  Related: Trigun Manga Returns to Print in Deluxe Edition Hardcover Releases Trigun Deluxe Edition packs in both volumes of Trigun together in the original oversized 7x10" format in one 672-page book.  Both books are still up for pre-order, with the final cover reveals on the way in the future.  Yasuhiro Nightow's original  Trigun  manga ran in the pages of Tokuma Shoten's  Monthly Shonen Captain  magazine from 1995-1997, followed by...

Some of my favorite stories of all time are backed by incredible animation, which is probably why I love anime as much as I do. 2023 was a particularly remarkable year for anime which, of course, means it was also a remarkable year for animation. Related: Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024: Your Ultimate Guide It’s hard to put into words how animation can leave such an impact. From epic Attack on Titan battles ten years in the making to perfectly measuring a cup of laundry detergent in Chainsaw Man , anime has a way of conveying so many emotions with its visuals. It can be hilarious. It can be devastating. It can be anything , really, which is what makes anime so memorable. With that in mind, let’s check out the nominees for Best Animation in the 2024 Anime Awards! Attack on Titan Final Season The Final Chapters Special 1 Studio: Mappa It’s...

Armin Shimerman, who played Quark on DS9, found it insulting that Q compared the show to Tng and made disparaging remarks about the characters. Shimerman believes that DS9 always lived in the shadow of Tng and was afraid of coming out lacking when compared between the two shows. The addition of Q's speeches in the script, comparing DS9 to Tng, was seen by Shimerman as a deliberate attempt to disparage the show and its characters.

Armin Shimerman, who played the Ferengi Quark on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, says that comparisons to Star Trek: The Next Generation made by Q (John de Lancie) were "insulting." DS9 inevitably invited comparisons to Tng and Star Trek: The Original Series when it premiered, with its gamble of trading its predecessors' starship-based exploratory missions for the bustle of activity aboard a space station. To entice Tng's audience to tune in to DS9, familiar characters...

A few weeks ago we asked all of you who your favorite anime crush was, leading to an epic battle to decide which character was worthy of the most heart eyes of 2023. We shared our poll across multiple regions and received thousands of votes all over the globe, in fact, the top picks (and honorable mentions) make up over 4,300 of the votes! Now that the holidays are over and the New Year's resolutions to watch more anime have been made, we’re ready to reveal who the top picks were according to our readers. Did your favorite make the cut? Check out our list and find out! Spoiler: The singular vote we got for Hank Hill did not make it. Apologies to whoever chose him. Honorable Mentions The following anime characters received more than 50 votes in our poll! Nobara Kugisaki | Jujutsu Kaisen | 54 votes Roronoa Zoro | One Piece | 77 votes Levi Ackermann...

Trigun Stampede's first season didn't include Milly Thompson, but season 2 confirms her return. Meryl now has a new partner named Roberto, and they are reporters rather than insurance adjusters. The new character designs in Trigun Stampede show the characters at a younger age, and the show depicts Meryl's journey to becoming experienced.

The new Trigun Stampede anime aired to critical acclaim, but the highly anticipated first seasons of Trigun's reboot had a lot of fans asking just one question: what happened to Milly Thompson? Milly Thompson is a character who appeared in the 1998 Trigun anime and the manga before it. In those works, Milly is a tall woman with a big gun who acts as Meryl Strife's partner at the Bernardelli Insurance Company.

Despite being partners and friends, Meryl and Milly are almost complete opposites in the original Trigun. Meryl is much more easily riled up while Milly keeps...

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The only thing that could make some of 2023's best anime was a good plot twist. Fortunately, 2023's crop of anime was filled with the kinds of twists and turns that even the most dedicated fans and veteran anime viewers never saw coming. Thanks to these amazing surprises, their respective anime were improved in ways no one could've imagined.

Besides shocking audiences in the best way possible, these twists were also the well-timed and foreshadowed payoffs to countless clues and intriguing moments. These twists wouldn't have been as impactful or even entertaining as they were if not for the groundwork that was laid in previous episodes or, in more extreme cases, seasons from years ago.

Related 10 Most Shocking Anime Moments of 2023 From shocking deaths in Jjk to Nezuko's transformation, 2023 spoiled fans with some of the best and most shocking moments in anime history. The Anime Was a Prequel...

Trigun Stampede helped kick off 2023 on a strong note as it trampled the competition to become one of the year's most successful new anime. The most recent adaptation of Yasuhiro Nightow’s classic space western series is a daring reinvention. Its creators take cues from the Marvel Cinematic Universe in attempts to give a modern twist to the lifelong moral conflict between twin brothers, Vash and Knives. It's a gamble that pays off and it brings the '90s-era cult classic to a new generation of fans who have enthusiastically embraced its quirky characters and emotional core. Trigun Stampede is technically a success when it comes to the size of the audience that it reached and its critical acclaim. However, purely on a level of quality, there are a few areas when Trigun Stampede falls short and doesn't quite hit the bullseye.

That’s not to say that these are fatal flaws.

Throughout "Star Trek," Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) has engaged in precious few romances. Early in "Star Trek: The Next Generation," he reunited with an old flame (Michelle Phillips) in the episode "We'll Always Have Paris," and it was implied that he had a fling years earlier with a lawyer (Amanda McBroom) in "The Measure of a Man," but those relationships concluded before "Next Generation" began. Of course, Picard had a wild dalliance with Vash (Jennifer Hetrick) in "Captain's Holiday," lived out a life with his imagined wife (Margot Rose) in "The Inner Light," had a time-travel fling with a classmate (J.C. Brandy) in "Tapestry," and had a very palpable romance with Lieutenant Commander Nella Darren (Wendy Hughes) in "Lessons." 

Oh yes, and Picard was very clearly attracted to Lwaxana Troi (Majel Barrett), and throughout "Next Generation," Picard and Dr. Crusher (Gates McFadden) shared a professional regard through a definite romantic undercurrent.

2023 was a year of experimentation for anime, with many new series forging their own path and not relying on tried and true formulas. Trigun Stampede excelled in capturing the charm of the original story and took its iconic characters on an exciting journey of self-discovery. One Piece confirmed why it's the flag bearer of the entire industry. The Apothecary Diaries and Oshi no Ko offered fresh takes on familiar genres, with the former being a mystery series and the latter exploring the dark side of the idol industry.

In a year filled with more than a few breathtaking series, the best anime of 2023 left an impact that can't be denied. What made 2023 such a special year for the medium is the wide variety of incredible anime produced. From reboots of beloved classics, continuing shonen giants, and completely original stories, 2023 was one of the strongest years for anime in recent memory.

Lwaxana Troi succeeded where Q failed in her first appearance on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. The early crossovers between Deep Space Nine and The Next Generation set the stage for future ambitious crossovers. The episode "The Forsaken" showcased Lwaxana Troi's role in DS9 and her relationship with Constable Odo.

In her first of three Star Trek: Deep Space Nine appearances, Lwaxana Troi (Majel Barrett) succeeded where fellow Star Trek: The Next Generation guest star Q (John de Lancie) failed. As the first of Star Trek's 90s spinoffs, there were multiple crossovers between Deep Space Nine and Tng in the spinoff show's early years. Dr. Julian Bashir (Alexander Siddig) assisted Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner) in solving the mystery of his dreams in the Tng episode "Birthright", while the Duras sisters played a Bajoran terrorist and the Cardassian government against each other in DS9's "Past Prologue."

The ambition...

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's first season unfairly maligned despite great moments and innovations, establishing its unique character-focused approach. DS9 expanded on the Ferengi's place in the franchise, crafting a compelling family dynamic through Quark and exploring Ferengi culture and society. Deep Space Nine tackled the consequences of Starfleet's actions and inaction, delving into the aftermath of the Cardassian occupation of Bajor and the complex Bajoran society.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine is one of the most acclaimed series in the Star Trek franchise, but season 1 is unfairly maligned despite its great moments and innovations. Set aboard a space station, and fronted by Commander Benjamin Sisko (Avery Brooks), DS9 was conceived as something very different from Star Trek: The Next Generation. While DS9 certainly has issues finding its voice in the first season, all the elements that would make it unique are in place from the start. DS9's...

Many of the strongest anime characters have elemental powers, such as control over fire or water, but one of the most underrated of these is the power over plants. The traditional Japanese elements are earth, water, fire, wind, and void, all of which are derived from Buddhist beliefs about the natural world. The qualities associated with each element originally applied to styles of martial arts and came to extend to representations of superpowered characters’ personalities as well. Once viewers know what they are looking for, they will see it in many media including plenty of the best shounen anime.

Characters with powers over earth are often depicted as determined, highly stable, and relying heavily on physical power to achieve their goals. Those with more refined powers over plant life usually have softer, kinder personalities and often a strong connection to nature. The best characters of this sort not only use their powers creatively,...