Haikyuu!! is a manga overflowing with optimism. Its protagonist, Hinata Shoyo, is one of the most irritatingly positive people you will ever encounter. Yet, the series’ author, Haruichi Furudate, is the exact opposite of his character.
Hinata in Haikyu!! | Crunchyroll
In sharp contrast to Hinata’s never-ending positivity, Furudate never once thought that anything good could happen. In a 2014 interview, the mangaka opened up about his feelings when Haikyuu!! was first selected for serialization.
Haruichi Furudate Admits His Fears During the Serialization of Haikyuu!!
When Haruichi Furudate received confirmation that his manga about volleyball would be serialized, he was far from happy; in fact, he felt devastated. Furudate admitted that he always wanted to work with a volleyball theme, so the only thing he ever thought about was completing the story without having it cut short.
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Hinata in Haikyu!! | Crunchyroll
In sharp contrast to Hinata’s never-ending positivity, Furudate never once thought that anything good could happen. In a 2014 interview, the mangaka opened up about his feelings when Haikyuu!! was first selected for serialization.
Haruichi Furudate Admits His Fears During the Serialization of Haikyuu!!
When Haruichi Furudate received confirmation that his manga about volleyball would be serialized, he was far from happy; in fact, he felt devastated. Furudate admitted that he always wanted to work with a volleyball theme, so the only thing he ever thought about was completing the story without having it cut short.
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- 5/14/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
When the Hell’s Paradise anime dropped in April 2023, no one knew that the anime was going to become one of the Dark Trio anime series, along with the likes of Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man. Yuji Kaku, the creator of the series, was actually one of the editors for Chainsaw Man, and now his own series is being compared to Tatsuki Fujimoto’s magnum opus.
Hell’s Paradise
While the manga series had decent popularity, the main fame that Hell’s Paradise earned was after the release of the first season of the anime last year. The series was produced by Mappa and Twin Engine. But Kaku did not want to contribute to the anime series. In fact, the director of Hell’s Paradise, Kaori Makita, revealed this information himself.
He explained that while they asked Kaku for advice on how to make the anime better, the manga creator preferred to keep his...
Hell’s Paradise
While the manga series had decent popularity, the main fame that Hell’s Paradise earned was after the release of the first season of the anime last year. The series was produced by Mappa and Twin Engine. But Kaku did not want to contribute to the anime series. In fact, the director of Hell’s Paradise, Kaori Makita, revealed this information himself.
He explained that while they asked Kaku for advice on how to make the anime better, the manga creator preferred to keep his...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Tite Kubo’s Bleach is one of the most unique stories because it is based around Soul Reapers who are trying to protect their Soul Society from impending doom while also maintaining peace on Earth. However, the story is not the only thing that is unique about Kubo’s magnum opus. The name of the series also has a unique connection that many fans don’t know.
Bleach Anime
Bleach as a name felt weird to a lot of fans as it did not have any direct reference to the vast variety of elements of the series. For example, Dragon Ball’s name references the magical orbs that give rise to a mysterious dragon who grants wishes. This is why Kubo once revealed how he came up with the name “Bleach” for his magnum opus.
But Bleach was not the first choice of the manga creator. He initially planned another...
Bleach Anime
Bleach as a name felt weird to a lot of fans as it did not have any direct reference to the vast variety of elements of the series. For example, Dragon Ball’s name references the magical orbs that give rise to a mysterious dragon who grants wishes. This is why Kubo once revealed how he came up with the name “Bleach” for his magnum opus.
But Bleach was not the first choice of the manga creator. He initially planned another...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Haikyu!! fans have been delighted ever since the series announced the worldwide release of its movie, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle on May 31, 2024. The movie’s tickets officially went on sale just a few days ago, and fans can’t wait to finally watch one of the biggest blockbusters in the Japanese anime industry.
Haikyu!!
Haiyu!! is one of the most popular sports anime series that focuses on the volleyball team of Karasuno High School and their matches against other strong high school teams. However, Haruichi Furudate, the creator of Haikyu!!, once revealed the reason for choosing volleyball for his magnum opus instead of any other sport.
He even shared his experience with the game and how it became one of the most important aspects of his life, even though he hated it at first.
Haruichi Furudate’s Reason for Choosing Volleyball for Haikyu!!
In the 2014 issue of Da Vinci magazine,...
Haikyu!!
Haiyu!! is one of the most popular sports anime series that focuses on the volleyball team of Karasuno High School and their matches against other strong high school teams. However, Haruichi Furudate, the creator of Haikyu!!, once revealed the reason for choosing volleyball for his magnum opus instead of any other sport.
He even shared his experience with the game and how it became one of the most important aspects of his life, even though he hated it at first.
Haruichi Furudate’s Reason for Choosing Volleyball for Haikyu!!
In the 2014 issue of Da Vinci magazine,...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
If becoming King of the Pirates were easy, then every pirate in One PIECEwould be following in the notorious Gold Roger’s footsteps right now. To truly rule over the East Blue and find Gold Roger’s treasure, the One Piece, you have to be willing to face obstacles, including your fellow pirates — not to mention Marines.
That’s why Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) has won the hearts of his Straw Hats crew — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), navigator Nami (Emily Rudd), marksman Usopp (Jacob Romero) and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar) — and fans of Eiichiro Oda’s pirate manga series the world over. Luffy’s resilience and determination to realize his and his friends’ dreams have inspired fans to follow him as well.
But along the way on the Straw Hats’ journey to the Grand Line, they encounter a number of adversaries — outlaws and otherwise — who try to come between...
That’s why Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) has won the hearts of his Straw Hats crew — swordsman Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), navigator Nami (Emily Rudd), marksman Usopp (Jacob Romero) and chef Sanji (Taz Skylar) — and fans of Eiichiro Oda’s pirate manga series the world over. Luffy’s resilience and determination to realize his and his friends’ dreams have inspired fans to follow him as well.
But along the way on the Straw Hats’ journey to the Grand Line, they encounter a number of adversaries — outlaws and otherwise — who try to come between...
- 5/13/2024
- by Tara Bitran
- Tudum - Netflix
It’s almost time to climb aboard with Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates in the upcoming series One Piece. Based on the Japanese manga and long-running anime series, the new live-action adaptation will bring creator Eiichiro Oda’s epic saga to life in a whole new way.
But if this is your first time sailing into the world of One Piece, you might be wondering how to pronounce the fearless protagonist’s name. Thankfully, we have the cast here to help you out.
As star Iñaki Godoy and his castmates explain in the video above, the correct way to pronounce Luffy is “Loo-fee” — not “Luh-fee.” Much like the rubber-skinned teenager’s limbs, you’ll want to stretch those vowels out. In the new series, Luffy has high hopes of becoming “King of the Pirates” someday, and his special ability to stretch his body comes in handy when...
But if this is your first time sailing into the world of One Piece, you might be wondering how to pronounce the fearless protagonist’s name. Thankfully, we have the cast here to help you out.
As star Iñaki Godoy and his castmates explain in the video above, the correct way to pronounce Luffy is “Loo-fee” — not “Luh-fee.” Much like the rubber-skinned teenager’s limbs, you’ll want to stretch those vowels out. In the new series, Luffy has high hopes of becoming “King of the Pirates” someday, and his special ability to stretch his body comes in handy when...
- 5/13/2024
- by Phillipe Thao
- Tudum - Netflix
Tite Kubo created many iconic characters in Bleach, but Kenpachi Zaraki took home the ‘baddest gym-rat’ trophy. The 11th Division Captain lived and breathed battles throughout the series and became one of the most coveted characters.
Despite being so popular, Zaraki did not appear nearly as much as people wanted to see him in the manga and anime. His battles were some of the most celebrated Bleach fights, each more restless than the last.
An old comment from Tite Kubo will give you more insight into the author’s relationship with this particular Shinigami.
Tite Kubo Regrets Kenpachi’s Complicated Haistyle
Kenpachi Zaraki in Bleach | Viz Media
In a character commentary, Tite Kubo did in 2004, he expressed his lament over Kenpachi Zaraki’s character design.
“Tied with Tousen Kaname, out of the Bleach characters, he has the hardest hair style to draw. I think I’ll continue to regret eternally...
Despite being so popular, Zaraki did not appear nearly as much as people wanted to see him in the manga and anime. His battles were some of the most celebrated Bleach fights, each more restless than the last.
An old comment from Tite Kubo will give you more insight into the author’s relationship with this particular Shinigami.
Tite Kubo Regrets Kenpachi’s Complicated Haistyle
Kenpachi Zaraki in Bleach | Viz Media
In a character commentary, Tite Kubo did in 2004, he expressed his lament over Kenpachi Zaraki’s character design.
“Tied with Tousen Kaname, out of the Bleach characters, he has the hardest hair style to draw. I think I’ll continue to regret eternally...
- 5/13/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Comparisons between Naruto and Luffy have been going on since both characters entered the anime and manga worlds. Both of them have uncanny similarities as the main characters of Naruto and One Piece, but they also differ in terms of ambitions, mindsets, and the way they deal with their problems.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
However, the biggest comparison that fans have made between the two characters is regarding their way of dealing with their enemies during fights and battles. Both of them follow a different approach while fighting villains. While Luffy adapts in the middle of the battle, Naruto is known to employ unique tricks with the help of his jutsus.
Although using new tricks in dealing with the enemies does make the battle intriguing, Luffy’s ability to learn in the middle of the battle proves that he has a better battle Iq than Naruto, despite being the dumber character of the two.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
However, the biggest comparison that fans have made between the two characters is regarding their way of dealing with their enemies during fights and battles. Both of them follow a different approach while fighting villains. While Luffy adapts in the middle of the battle, Naruto is known to employ unique tricks with the help of his jutsus.
Although using new tricks in dealing with the enemies does make the battle intriguing, Luffy’s ability to learn in the middle of the battle proves that he has a better battle Iq than Naruto, despite being the dumber character of the two.
- 5/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In 2021, Bleach celebrated its 20th anniversary with a new art exhibition giving details about the series, its history, its progress over the years, and the overall success of Tite Kubo’s magnum opus. The art exhibition was opened on December 18, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan, and it was probably the biggest celebration of the Bleach franchise.
Bleach Anime
To honor the legacy of Kubo and his masterpiece, other prominent manga creators from the industry also came together and shared their own artwork featuring the characters and events from the Bleach manga series. This was their way of congratulating Kubo on completing 20 years and still going strong with the latest adaptation of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.
While all the artworks from the manga creators had a lot of importance, the illustrations from Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) and Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto) held the most value, as all of them make up the “Big Three” of the anime industry,...
Bleach Anime
To honor the legacy of Kubo and his masterpiece, other prominent manga creators from the industry also came together and shared their own artwork featuring the characters and events from the Bleach manga series. This was their way of congratulating Kubo on completing 20 years and still going strong with the latest adaptation of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.
While all the artworks from the manga creators had a lot of importance, the illustrations from Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) and Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto) held the most value, as all of them make up the “Big Three” of the anime industry,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The official website for One Piece Emotion , an upcoming event to celebrate the One Piece anime's 25th anniversary, is updated with a key visual today on May 13. According to the event's official Twitter , the concept of the visual are "The process of turning a key animation drawing into animation" and "the growth of the protagonist, Monkey D. Luffy." One Piece Emotion is a special event that looks back on the 25-year history of the TV anime, focusing on the Wano Country Arc and Egghead Arc, from various angles, including pictures, sounds, and voices. At the venue, there will be a section where visitors can experience voice acting in the anime, and a variety of drawing materials that will reveal the production side of anime will be on display. Additionally, there is also a section where you can meet Dr. Vegapunk. One Piece Emotion is schedule to be held at Triangle Square,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
Among the Soul Reapers in Bleach, their strongest power is their Bankai. A Bankai is the second form of the swords of these Soul Reapers called Zanpakuto, which is considered absolutely lethal and can only be used by the strongest characters in the series. Bleach has featured a lot of Bankai transformations over the years, and each of them is unique in its own way.
Shinji Hirako
However, there is one Bankai that is so terrifying that it has been banned from the Soul Society. This Bankai belongs to Shinji Hirako, who is the current captain of the 5th Division of Gotei 13. The name of his Bankai is Sakashima Yokoshima Happofusagari, and it is considered to be a big threat to Shinji’s enemies and his friends alike.
Tite Kubo, the creator of Bleach, once explained the reason behind Shinji Hirako’s Bankai being banned in the Soul Society in...
Shinji Hirako
However, there is one Bankai that is so terrifying that it has been banned from the Soul Society. This Bankai belongs to Shinji Hirako, who is the current captain of the 5th Division of Gotei 13. The name of his Bankai is Sakashima Yokoshima Happofusagari, and it is considered to be a big threat to Shinji’s enemies and his friends alike.
Tite Kubo, the creator of Bleach, once explained the reason behind Shinji Hirako’s Bankai being banned in the Soul Society in...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The biggest mystery of One Piece is the legendary treasure hinted at by Gol D. Rogers. For decades, fans have theorized what could be the One Piece, and none have gotten any closer to the truth. Eiichiro Oda himself has tried his best to conceal it.
However, if you are a closet detective, you are bound to pick up on the easter eggs left by Oda. Stitching them together will give you a map that could help you figure out what the treasure is. A fan theory regarding Binks’ Sake and the One Piece has stood out from the rest due to its solid reasoning.
Why Did Joy Boy Sing Bink’s Sake in One Piece? Singing Binks’ Sake | One Piece Viz Media
In his fight against Kaido, Luffy quotes Binks’ Sake when he transforms into Joy Boy.
“After you die, all that’s left is bones.”
Binks’ Sake is...
However, if you are a closet detective, you are bound to pick up on the easter eggs left by Oda. Stitching them together will give you a map that could help you figure out what the treasure is. A fan theory regarding Binks’ Sake and the One Piece has stood out from the rest due to its solid reasoning.
Why Did Joy Boy Sing Bink’s Sake in One Piece? Singing Binks’ Sake | One Piece Viz Media
In his fight against Kaido, Luffy quotes Binks’ Sake when he transforms into Joy Boy.
“After you die, all that’s left is bones.”
Binks’ Sake is...
- 5/12/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The vast array of characters is one of the main reasons why One Piece is such a big success in the anime and manga world. Every character in the story has a narrative of their own that defines their actions, and fans often love these side stories. Be it the sad love tale of Senor Pink or the traumatized past of Koala, these side stories help fans connect with the characters.
One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
Eiichiro Oda once explained his process of creating a character and his background, along with Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball. He revealed his secret about the best way to create the characters, which has inspired many other manga artists. He mentioned that he always writes down a little something about the characters he is drawing.
Not only that, the mangaka, in his discussion with Toriyama, also revealed his favorite character from the...
One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
Eiichiro Oda once explained his process of creating a character and his background, along with Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball. He revealed his secret about the best way to create the characters, which has inspired many other manga artists. He mentioned that he always writes down a little something about the characters he is drawing.
Not only that, the mangaka, in his discussion with Toriyama, also revealed his favorite character from the...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The revelations made in One Piece chapter 1114 have shocked not only the One Piece universe but also One Piece fans. Dr. Vegapunk’s message is getting more interesting with every chapter, as it reveals the mysteries of the world from the past along with what will happen in the upcoming future.
Dr. Vegapunk in One Piece
He confessed to the sins that he committed while he was employed by the World Government, but the most important revelation in One Piece Chapter 1114 was the details he gave about Joy Boy and the Ancient Kingdom. Vegapunk made the disclosure that the mysterious Joy Boy was actually the first pirate in the world, and he had the ability to stretch himself.
While this mystery may come as a shock to a lot of people, a One Piece fan already predicted it three years ago and portrayed it as a theory. Not only that,...
Dr. Vegapunk in One Piece
He confessed to the sins that he committed while he was employed by the World Government, but the most important revelation in One Piece Chapter 1114 was the details he gave about Joy Boy and the Ancient Kingdom. Vegapunk made the disclosure that the mysterious Joy Boy was actually the first pirate in the world, and he had the ability to stretch himself.
While this mystery may come as a shock to a lot of people, a One Piece fan already predicted it three years ago and portrayed it as a theory. Not only that,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Super Saiyan 4 is one of the most well-received Ssj transformations in the Dragon Ball franchise. It was introduced in Dragon Ball Gt and has been used sparingly. Yet, fans love it, resulting in Ssj 4’s debut in Dragon Ball games.
To achieve Ssj 4, Saiyans must activate their Golden Great Ape transformation without losing control. It is a combination of the Great Ape form and Super Saiyan to create a powerful state that provides primal power to its user.
But the question remains: If Ssj 4 is so powerful, why did Akira Toriyama never add it to Dragon Ball Super? The answer lies ahead.
Super Saiyan 4 Might Have Already Made its Canon Debut in Dragon Ball Super Saiyan 4 Goku |Dragon Ball Gt
While furry Goku is yet to debut in Dragon Ball Super, it seems Super Saiyan 4 might have already made its way to the series. However, the person inheriting the state...
To achieve Ssj 4, Saiyans must activate their Golden Great Ape transformation without losing control. It is a combination of the Great Ape form and Super Saiyan to create a powerful state that provides primal power to its user.
But the question remains: If Ssj 4 is so powerful, why did Akira Toriyama never add it to Dragon Ball Super? The answer lies ahead.
Super Saiyan 4 Might Have Already Made its Canon Debut in Dragon Ball Super Saiyan 4 Goku |Dragon Ball Gt
While furry Goku is yet to debut in Dragon Ball Super, it seems Super Saiyan 4 might have already made its way to the series. However, the person inheriting the state...
- 5/11/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Often, the special ingredient behind a successful villain is a tera-jerker backstory. You can see it in My Hero Academia (Shigaraki), Naruto (Itachi Uchiha), and many other hit anime. Yet, Tite Kubo managed to create one of the biggest anime villains with absolutely no backstory.
Aizen, the slimy (and handsome) antagonist of Bleach, has conquered innumerable hearts. But how? Tite Kubo never gave him a proper backstory. No one knows why he has an evil mentality. Worst of all! You can’t even tell if you should sympathize with him or not. Turns out Kubo never gave much of an explanation for his intentions on purpose.
Tite Kubo Explains Why He Did Not Reveal Aizen’s Origin in Bleach Sosuke Aizen in Bleach
Villains become popular for two reasons: killer looks and heartbreaking backstory. While Bleach‘s Aizen definitely has the first, a backstory is nowhere to be found. Surely,...
Aizen, the slimy (and handsome) antagonist of Bleach, has conquered innumerable hearts. But how? Tite Kubo never gave him a proper backstory. No one knows why he has an evil mentality. Worst of all! You can’t even tell if you should sympathize with him or not. Turns out Kubo never gave much of an explanation for his intentions on purpose.
Tite Kubo Explains Why He Did Not Reveal Aizen’s Origin in Bleach Sosuke Aizen in Bleach
Villains become popular for two reasons: killer looks and heartbreaking backstory. While Bleach‘s Aizen definitely has the first, a backstory is nowhere to be found. Surely,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
One Piece has taken a big step with the massive turn of events at the Egghead Island. While Monkey D. Luffy was battling against the Five Elders, Dr. Vegapunk was trying his level best to broadcast the true history of the World Government to the entire planet. With the scientist perishing at the hands of the Elders, he managed to fulfill his last mission and revealed everything he knew to the world.
During the live broadcast, fans caught a particular moment when Vegapunk mentioned a certain mysterious character in his speech. Fans believe that it is none other than the World Ruler, Imu Sama. Even though it was a vague hint, the reaction by Saint Jaygarcia Saturn made it more believable to the fans that it is another foreshadowing by Eiichiro Oda.
Imu Sama Is The Biggest Mystery In One Piece Imu in One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
Imu Sama...
During the live broadcast, fans caught a particular moment when Vegapunk mentioned a certain mysterious character in his speech. Fans believe that it is none other than the World Ruler, Imu Sama. Even though it was a vague hint, the reaction by Saint Jaygarcia Saturn made it more believable to the fans that it is another foreshadowing by Eiichiro Oda.
Imu Sama Is The Biggest Mystery In One Piece Imu in One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
Imu Sama...
- 5/11/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Just like almost every other popular story in the manga world, My Hero Academia has some mysteries of its own. Although Kohei Horikoshi sensei perfectly plans every scene in a manner that no detail escapes notice, some strings have still seemingly been left undone, with rumors springing up every now and then in an attempt to unveil all those mysteries.
My Hero Academia.
One of these long-standing rumors was about the secret second Hero Traitor in the U.A. after Yuga Aoyama, who spilled the secrets of the school to the League of Villains in the saga. This rumor claimed that someone else betrayed the school too, besides Hawks and Yuga, and unfortunately, one fan theory even seemingly manages to confirm the rumor.
My Hero Academia Theory Ostensibly Confirms One Long-Standing Rumor
Among all the rumors popping up about the My Hero Academia world, one that has long been passed...
My Hero Academia.
One of these long-standing rumors was about the secret second Hero Traitor in the U.A. after Yuga Aoyama, who spilled the secrets of the school to the League of Villains in the saga. This rumor claimed that someone else betrayed the school too, besides Hawks and Yuga, and unfortunately, one fan theory even seemingly manages to confirm the rumor.
My Hero Academia Theory Ostensibly Confirms One Long-Standing Rumor
Among all the rumors popping up about the My Hero Academia world, one that has long been passed...
- 5/10/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
A healthy rivalry between manga creators is not a bad thing. But when this rivalry is seen between industry giants like Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, and Tite Kubo, the creator of Bleach, it creates a sense of tension between the fans of both series. In 2017, Kubo stated on a radio show that he was jealous of Oda and hated him.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War
This led to a huge online feud between One Piece and Bleach fans, and since then, there has been a sense of hatred between the two fandoms. However, Oda, being the kind-hearted person he is, responded to Kubo’s remark with kindness. He even invited Kubo to drink on the 20th anniversary of the Bleach series.
Oda’s response to Kubo’s remark about hating the creator shocked One Piece fans, but it reflected on Oda’s kindness as a human being, and...
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War
This led to a huge online feud between One Piece and Bleach fans, and since then, there has been a sense of hatred between the two fandoms. However, Oda, being the kind-hearted person he is, responded to Kubo’s remark with kindness. He even invited Kubo to drink on the 20th anniversary of the Bleach series.
Oda’s response to Kubo’s remark about hating the creator shocked One Piece fans, but it reflected on Oda’s kindness as a human being, and...
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama was considered a father figure in the manga and anime industry due to the creation of the Dragon Ball franchise. It is one of the most popular franchises worldwide and paved the way for the Western countries for the modern generation of anime. He began the serialization of Dragon Ball in 1984 and since then has been an active member of the franchise.
Even though he earned worldwide fame and his magnum opus is regarded as one of the greatest of all time, it was not an easy journey for the mangaka. He had to face several complexities, including his physical and mental conditions to reach the end. Fans would be shocked to know the conditions under which he had to write the chapters and will have a newfound respect for the late great mangaka.
Akira Toriyama’s Had Several Hardships During His Manga Career Kid Goku in Dragon Ball...
Even though he earned worldwide fame and his magnum opus is regarded as one of the greatest of all time, it was not an easy journey for the mangaka. He had to face several complexities, including his physical and mental conditions to reach the end. Fans would be shocked to know the conditions under which he had to write the chapters and will have a newfound respect for the late great mangaka.
Akira Toriyama’s Had Several Hardships During His Manga Career Kid Goku in Dragon Ball...
- 5/10/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Before the time skip in One Piece, all the admirals from the Navy were hated by One Piece fans except for Aokiji Kuzan. He was the only admiral who did not have a crude sense of justice like Kizaru or Akainu. However, One Piece fans were shocked to find out that Aokiji changed sides after the two-year time skip in the story.
Aokiji – One Piece
It was revealed that Aokiji was recommended for the position of Fleet Admiral after Sengoku retired. However, he had to fight Akainu for the position. Their battle was one of the biggest fights going on for 10 days, but in the end, Akainu came out to be the winner. This led to Aokiji leaving the Navy and joining hands with Blackbeard.
However, because of Aokiji’s kind-hearted nature, fans believe that Aokiji has some ulterior motive to join the Blackbeard Pirates, and a One Piece theory...
Aokiji – One Piece
It was revealed that Aokiji was recommended for the position of Fleet Admiral after Sengoku retired. However, he had to fight Akainu for the position. Their battle was one of the biggest fights going on for 10 days, but in the end, Akainu came out to be the winner. This led to Aokiji leaving the Navy and joining hands with Blackbeard.
However, because of Aokiji’s kind-hearted nature, fans believe that Aokiji has some ulterior motive to join the Blackbeard Pirates, and a One Piece theory...
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece Live Action has become one of the most-watched shows on Netflix. The live adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus saw many fans raise eyebrows, especially after Cowboy Bebop live-action failed to live up to its hype. But with Oda sensei’s presence and the actors’ hard work and love for the anime, it turned out to be one of the best live adaptations ever.
The Straw Hat Pirates cast gained massive popularity and traveled the world to continue their off-camera One Piece bonding. Monkey D. Luffy actor Iñaki Godoy has been the most active person on the internet and also got a character named after him in Roblox. The online game platform included Monkey D. Luffy, and Godoy could barely control his excitement.
Iñaki Godoy’s To-Do List Has Shortened Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece...
The Straw Hat Pirates cast gained massive popularity and traveled the world to continue their off-camera One Piece bonding. Monkey D. Luffy actor Iñaki Godoy has been the most active person on the internet and also got a character named after him in Roblox. The online game platform included Monkey D. Luffy, and Godoy could barely control his excitement.
Iñaki Godoy’s To-Do List Has Shortened Iñaki Godoy as Luffy (Credits: Netflix)
Iñaki Godoy’s portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece...
- 5/10/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Although Dragon Ball has some new installments that will be launched this year, the series didn’t get much new content last year. While other popular anime and manga series like One Piece and Bleach saw decent growth, Dragon Ball is still waiting for its moment, and this has been reflected in a recent report by Bandai.
Dragon Ball Z
Bandai Namco, one of the biggest Japanese video game publishers, has recently released its financial report for the full fiscal year 2024, and the company has seen some major changes after a very long time. According to the report, Dragon Ball has been taken down from its top position after six years by another popular series.
And while Dragon Ball has suffered a huge blow, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has unlocked a new achievement that has put the series in the big leagues for Bandai. This has officially proved that...
Dragon Ball Z
Bandai Namco, one of the biggest Japanese video game publishers, has recently released its financial report for the full fiscal year 2024, and the company has seen some major changes after a very long time. According to the report, Dragon Ball has been taken down from its top position after six years by another popular series.
And while Dragon Ball has suffered a huge blow, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has unlocked a new achievement that has put the series in the big leagues for Bandai. This has officially proved that...
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The remake of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece by Wit Studio has ignited the desires of another fandom, who are now also demanding an anime remake of their favorite series. The series in discussion is Bleach by Tite Kubo. After the announcement of the One Piece remake, Bleach fans are also hoping for an anime remake of Bleach.
Bleach, Ichigo Kurosaki
However, the fans are not the only ones who have been demanding a Bleach remake. Recently, it was revealed that the manga creator, Kubo, would also love to see a new anime adaptation of his magnum opus. Fans believe that the new technology will bring out a better Bleach world than what was shown in the previous anime series by Studio Pierrot.
Many even believe that Studio Pierrot’s anime adaptation was not justifiable to the brilliant storyline of Bleach manga and could have gone through certain improvements that...
Bleach, Ichigo Kurosaki
However, the fans are not the only ones who have been demanding a Bleach remake. Recently, it was revealed that the manga creator, Kubo, would also love to see a new anime adaptation of his magnum opus. Fans believe that the new technology will bring out a better Bleach world than what was shown in the previous anime series by Studio Pierrot.
Many even believe that Studio Pierrot’s anime adaptation was not justifiable to the brilliant storyline of Bleach manga and could have gone through certain improvements that...
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Dragon Ball, being one of the biggest franchises in the world, is not limited to just anime, manga, and merchandise. The series also has a bunch of online video games for PC, mobile, and other consoles that are based on the same universe with similar characters, offering fans a chance to use these characters in any way they want.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes
One such game is Dragon Ball Heroes, which came out in 2010. It is an arcade trading card game that has been entertaining fans for thirteen years. Since its release, the game has gotten a lot of updates, with Super Dragon Ball Heroes being the best update ever that came out in 2016. However, according to recent announcements, the game has been discontinued.
Dragon Ball’s official website recently revealed that a new game called Dragon Ball Super Divers has been announced, which is three times bigger than Super Dragon Ball Heroes.
Super Dragon Ball Heroes
One such game is Dragon Ball Heroes, which came out in 2010. It is an arcade trading card game that has been entertaining fans for thirteen years. Since its release, the game has gotten a lot of updates, with Super Dragon Ball Heroes being the best update ever that came out in 2016. However, according to recent announcements, the game has been discontinued.
Dragon Ball’s official website recently revealed that a new game called Dragon Ball Super Divers has been announced, which is three times bigger than Super Dragon Ball Heroes.
- 5/10/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
There are various categories through which Marvel and DC influence media. In forms of literature and that of movies, series, and mangas; superheroes have their essence in one way or another. The latest in the lot happens to be Kagurabachi. The manga has surpassed all expectations with only two volumes out for fans to read.
Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
The art is absolutely mesmerizing and the story happens to be one captivating enough to grip fans even after the memes faded eventually. The manga has since been gaining massive popularity to the point where the fans are getting impatient for a possible anime. However, it its inspiration that strikes a nerve for the DC enthusiasts more than anything else.
Hokazono Takeru Found Kagurabachi’s Inspiration Not in the DC Universe
Kagurabachi’s mangaka recently gave an interview with Asahi Shimbun, in which he revealed facts about himself and the manga.
Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
The art is absolutely mesmerizing and the story happens to be one captivating enough to grip fans even after the memes faded eventually. The manga has since been gaining massive popularity to the point where the fans are getting impatient for a possible anime. However, it its inspiration that strikes a nerve for the DC enthusiasts more than anything else.
Hokazono Takeru Found Kagurabachi’s Inspiration Not in the DC Universe
Kagurabachi’s mangaka recently gave an interview with Asahi Shimbun, in which he revealed facts about himself and the manga.
- 5/9/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
When the second season of Mob Psycho 100, one of the most popular anime series, was released in 2019, Yuzuru Tachikawa, the director of the Mob Psycho 100 anime, was interviewed and asked about his experience working on the series and the difference between the first season and the second season.
Mob Psycho 100
Tachikawa not only explained how the second season was better, but he also talked about how One, the creator of Mob Psycho 100, got involved in the production of the anime series. The director also revealed that while the production of the anime was going on, One wanted to make some changes that would fit perfectly for the anime series.
However, Tachikawa wanted to adapt the anime from the original material without any changes, as it would have helped the series keep its essence, making the narrative of Mob Psycho 100 one of the best storylines in the anime world.
Mob Psycho 100
Tachikawa not only explained how the second season was better, but he also talked about how One, the creator of Mob Psycho 100, got involved in the production of the anime series. The director also revealed that while the production of the anime was going on, One wanted to make some changes that would fit perfectly for the anime series.
However, Tachikawa wanted to adapt the anime from the original material without any changes, as it would have helped the series keep its essence, making the narrative of Mob Psycho 100 one of the best storylines in the anime world.
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, has confessed multiple times that he is a big fan of Akira Toriyama and has been inspired by his magnum opus, Dragon Ball. There have been instances where fans have pointed out the reference to Dragon Ball in One Piece, pointing out the respect and admiration Oda has for Toriyama.
Dragon Ball Z
However, one of the One Piece editors, Suguru Sugita, once revealed that Oda wanted to subvert the simplicity of Dragon Ball as he wanted to create a more intricate narrative for the One Piece world, which would make it much more different than Toriyama’s masterpiece. Oda was successful in doing so and managed to make one of the biggest anime storylines of all time.
But this doesn’t mean that Dragon Ball’s simplicity was undermined in any way by the manga. While some anime and manga fans prefer...
Dragon Ball Z
However, one of the One Piece editors, Suguru Sugita, once revealed that Oda wanted to subvert the simplicity of Dragon Ball as he wanted to create a more intricate narrative for the One Piece world, which would make it much more different than Toriyama’s masterpiece. Oda was successful in doing so and managed to make one of the biggest anime storylines of all time.
But this doesn’t mean that Dragon Ball’s simplicity was undermined in any way by the manga. While some anime and manga fans prefer...
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The One Piece treasure and other mysteries that have been kept secret in the story are only known to Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the series, and its editors. Over the course of almost 30 years, One Piece has had twelve editors, and all of them probably know what the treasure is.
One Piece
This was confirmed by Suguru Sugita, who worked on One Piece from 2014 to 2017. He was once interviewed by a Japanese radio show called Gold Rush, where he admitted to the fact that, besides Oda, the people who know about the secrets of One Piece are the editors of the series. Besides them, Oda has not trusted anyone else with this secret.
When Sugita was the editor of One Piece, the series was going through one of the most important parts of the narrative, featuring the Dressrosa arc, the Zou arc, and the Whole Cake Island arc. Sugita...
One Piece
This was confirmed by Suguru Sugita, who worked on One Piece from 2014 to 2017. He was once interviewed by a Japanese radio show called Gold Rush, where he admitted to the fact that, besides Oda, the people who know about the secrets of One Piece are the editors of the series. Besides them, Oda has not trusted anyone else with this secret.
When Sugita was the editor of One Piece, the series was going through one of the most important parts of the narrative, featuring the Dressrosa arc, the Zou arc, and the Whole Cake Island arc. Sugita...
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga became a massive hit, and the series is regarded as the best live-action adaptation of an anime to date, with fans eagerly awaiting more episodes. The series was extremely successful, and its renewal for a second season was more or less a sure thing. At this point in time, we know that the production of the second season is heavily underway and that the season will be released sometime in 2025. No official casting updates have been revealed, but we have recently written about some teases, and we now have information related to a casting call that reveals more characters who will most likely appear in Season 2! And there are some major characters, so you can look forward to the list!
Just to remind you, we have recently reported that both Chopper and Mr. 3 have been teased for the upcoming season,...
Just to remind you, we have recently reported that both Chopper and Mr. 3 have been teased for the upcoming season,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Eiichiro Oda found both a friend and a direct competitor in the form of Masashi Kishimoto. One Piece has often taken inspiration from Naruto and vice versa. Letting go of hostility, a friendly competition was accepted between the two that let their works grow in fame as each chapter came out. Kishimoto’s work is one that has inspired many. Whether it is the heroes or the villains, even the powers; a lot can be found inspiring.
Gear 5 Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Oda is not one to shy away from the same. He wanted to take inspiration, much like any other renowned mangaka. There can be the biggest things and even the smallest ones that give the much-needed push. However, the ability that took birth from that also gave way to a terrifying villain.
Eiichiro Oda was inspired by Masashi Kishimoto for a Devil Fruit
When talking...
Gear 5 Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Oda is not one to shy away from the same. He wanted to take inspiration, much like any other renowned mangaka. There can be the biggest things and even the smallest ones that give the much-needed push. However, the ability that took birth from that also gave way to a terrifying villain.
Eiichiro Oda was inspired by Masashi Kishimoto for a Devil Fruit
When talking...
- 5/8/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
For ages, it seemed that live-action adaptations of anime series were destined to fail as the adaptations swayed away from the source material. However, that was not the case with Netflix’s One Piece, the adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus of the same name.
Well, it is difficult to say what the secret was behind creating the first great live-action anime adaptation TV Series, as Season 1 of the show was well-received among the fans and were eager for the 2nd season of the show.
The Straw Hats Pirate Crew in Netflix’s One Piece
However, the show has managed to land itself in hot waters as it was preparing to feature Nico Robin, one of the most popular characters of the series. The fans are bashing the series as they criticize the show over reports of race-swapping the character who was going make her debut in the 2nd Season of One Piece live-action.
Well, it is difficult to say what the secret was behind creating the first great live-action anime adaptation TV Series, as Season 1 of the show was well-received among the fans and were eager for the 2nd season of the show.
The Straw Hats Pirate Crew in Netflix’s One Piece
However, the show has managed to land itself in hot waters as it was preparing to feature Nico Robin, one of the most popular characters of the series. The fans are bashing the series as they criticize the show over reports of race-swapping the character who was going make her debut in the 2nd Season of One Piece live-action.
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Dr. Vegapunk’s broadcast about the world sinking into the sea has not only introduced a new twist to the One Piece narrative but has also brought fear into the minds of the people living in the One Piece world. From the reactions that were shown in the recent chapters after Vegapunk’s announcement, it is pretty clear that the general public is afraid.
Dr. Vegapunk’s Message in One Piece
The One Piece world sinking was the least expected twist by the fans, but the God of foreshadowing, Eiichiro Oda, knew exactly what he was doing. He left subtle hints about the world sinking and no one was able to grasp these hints. But after the reveal by Dr. Vegapunk, these hints have become quite clear.
The biggest hint that Oda gave was through the character of Silvers Rayleigh, or as the fandom calls him, “Dark King Rayleigh.” Oda...
Dr. Vegapunk’s Message in One Piece
The One Piece world sinking was the least expected twist by the fans, but the God of foreshadowing, Eiichiro Oda, knew exactly what he was doing. He left subtle hints about the world sinking and no one was able to grasp these hints. But after the reveal by Dr. Vegapunk, these hints have become quite clear.
The biggest hint that Oda gave was through the character of Silvers Rayleigh, or as the fandom calls him, “Dark King Rayleigh.” Oda...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece fans have finally gotten some new information about Netflix’s One Piece Live-Action Season 2. The casting calls have revealed details about the anticipated characters that are going to be introduced in the second season. The list includes some important characters like Nico Robin, Vivi, Smoker, Tashigi, etc.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
One Piece Live-Action Season 2 was announced just after the extremely successful first season, which brought with it a new love for live-action adaptations. Even though the story of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus was a little bit modified, One Piece was still the first-ever successful live-action adaptation of the anime series, amassing a large fanbase that has been waiting for season 2.
However, fans are not too happy about the details shared about the series’ second season. The information revealed about the new characters has concerned One Piece fans, who feel the series may deviate from the source material.
Netflix’s One Piece live-action series.
One Piece Live-Action Season 2 was announced just after the extremely successful first season, which brought with it a new love for live-action adaptations. Even though the story of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus was a little bit modified, One Piece was still the first-ever successful live-action adaptation of the anime series, amassing a large fanbase that has been waiting for season 2.
However, fans are not too happy about the details shared about the series’ second season. The information revealed about the new characters has concerned One Piece fans, who feel the series may deviate from the source material.
- 5/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The vast world of One Piece holds innumeorus mysteries within them. Eiichiro Oda is also extremely well-known for his talent of spreading easter eggs without fans picking up on it. Only years down the lane does he connect the dots and introduces a mind-blowing twist.
So you can’t really blame One Piece fans if they too come up with icreasingly bold theories to guess Oda’s next move. Recently, it has been speculated that the World Government is hiding their biggest weapon against Luffy, and it’s a fellow D Clan member.
The World Government’s Ultimate Weapon in One Piece Gol D Roger in One Piece | Crunchyroll
According to a crazy fan theory, the World Government is in possession of a Seraphim Roger. The Seraphims are developed by the World Government to replace the Seven Warlords. They are clones of the former Warlords created by mixing the Lunarian Lineage factor of Paramecia users.
So you can’t really blame One Piece fans if they too come up with icreasingly bold theories to guess Oda’s next move. Recently, it has been speculated that the World Government is hiding their biggest weapon against Luffy, and it’s a fellow D Clan member.
The World Government’s Ultimate Weapon in One Piece Gol D Roger in One Piece | Crunchyroll
According to a crazy fan theory, the World Government is in possession of a Seraphim Roger. The Seraphims are developed by the World Government to replace the Seven Warlords. They are clones of the former Warlords created by mixing the Lunarian Lineage factor of Paramecia users.
- 5/7/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The One Piece live-action series has been creating a lot of buzz since the release and successful performance of season 1. Season 2 has already been announced, and fans are busy speculating the cast of the new characters.
In the midst of the chaos, popular rapper Megan Thee Stallion posted promotional pictures of her next album while cosplaying as One Piece‘s Boa Hancock. Fans lost their minds, to say the least, resulting in a major jaw-dropping moment and a few misleading posts.
Did Netflix Cast Megan Thee Stallion as Boa Hancock in One Piece Live-Action?
Boa Hancock in One Piece | Crunchyroll
Recently, a rumor began spreading on X and other social media platforms that Megan Thee Stallion has been cast as Boa Hancock in Netflix’s One Piece live-action. However, it is a false rumor which is nothing but misleading.
Suggested“They’re all in love”: Eiichiro Oda on If...
In the midst of the chaos, popular rapper Megan Thee Stallion posted promotional pictures of her next album while cosplaying as One Piece‘s Boa Hancock. Fans lost their minds, to say the least, resulting in a major jaw-dropping moment and a few misleading posts.
Did Netflix Cast Megan Thee Stallion as Boa Hancock in One Piece Live-Action?
Boa Hancock in One Piece | Crunchyroll
Recently, a rumor began spreading on X and other social media platforms that Megan Thee Stallion has been cast as Boa Hancock in Netflix’s One Piece live-action. However, it is a false rumor which is nothing but misleading.
Suggested“They’re all in love”: Eiichiro Oda on If...
- 5/7/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto has never hesitated in bringing out the best of each character in Naruto. Each and every character has a sense of individuality whether by design or personality. Uniqueness is not something Naruto is short of and that shows from every angle. Even the characters that may not be as popular or often disliked are recognizable because of one or the other unique features.
Sakura beating Naruto | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Despite making such visually and emotionally appealing characters, there are moments when the mangaka falls short. While it is understandable to not be able to focus on each and every character because of the sheer number of them, it becomes questionable when one of those characters also happens to be one of the main ones.
Masashi Kishimoto Couldn’t Prioritize Sakura
During the Jump Festa 2010 (via The Naruto News), Masashi Kishimoto took into regard the character of Sakura Haruno...
Sakura beating Naruto | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Despite making such visually and emotionally appealing characters, there are moments when the mangaka falls short. While it is understandable to not be able to focus on each and every character because of the sheer number of them, it becomes questionable when one of those characters also happens to be one of the main ones.
Masashi Kishimoto Couldn’t Prioritize Sakura
During the Jump Festa 2010 (via The Naruto News), Masashi Kishimoto took into regard the character of Sakura Haruno...
- 5/7/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball has existed for well over three decades, and in this golden period, the show has featured a plethora of iconic moments. From Goku’s epic battle with King Piccolo to launching a Super Spirit Bomb to defeat Kid Buu, the series has given its fans countless memorable moments that have left a lasting impact in the minds of the viewers.
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The manga world was recently shaken when Kohei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, recommended Kagurabachi by Hokazono Takeru. My Hero Academia’s creator is one of the most respected mangakas in history, and his work is considered to be one of the best anime and manga series of all time.
Kagurabachi
Therefore, getting a recommendation is obviously a big thing for a mangaka like Takeru, who just entered the manga universe a few years ago. However, in a recent interview with one of the biggest Japanese newspapers, Takeru rejected Horikoshi’s characterization of him and emphasized that he still has a lot to do.
Horikoshi stated that Takeru understood the meaning of the word “cool” and used it in his masterpiece, but Takeru revealed that he did not totally get it and just wanted to add a flow to the story.
Kohei Horikoshi Recommends Kagurabachi
When Kagurabachi’s...
Kagurabachi
Therefore, getting a recommendation is obviously a big thing for a mangaka like Takeru, who just entered the manga universe a few years ago. However, in a recent interview with one of the biggest Japanese newspapers, Takeru rejected Horikoshi’s characterization of him and emphasized that he still has a lot to do.
Horikoshi stated that Takeru understood the meaning of the word “cool” and used it in his masterpiece, but Takeru revealed that he did not totally get it and just wanted to add a flow to the story.
Kohei Horikoshi Recommends Kagurabachi
When Kagurabachi’s...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece manga became a massive hit and is still regarded as the best live-action adaptation of an anime to date. The series was extremely successful and its renewal for a second season was more or less a sure thing. At this point in time, we know that the production of the second season is heavily underway and that the season will be released sometime in 2025, which was also expected. But, while we don’t have too many information at this moment, the production is releasing some teasers that have fans excited, as they are foreshadowing the appearances of some major characters!
The live-action One Piece series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently has just eight episodes. The second season is currently in production and will be released next year, continuing the story of Luffy and his friends, as the crew...
The live-action One Piece series premiered on August 31, 2023, on Netflix and currently has just eight episodes. The second season is currently in production and will be released next year, continuing the story of Luffy and his friends, as the crew...
- 5/6/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Kagurabachi‘s Chihiro set himself apart from other Shonen heroes from the very first chapter. While most Shonen protagonists have an uplifting aura around them, Chihiro is the exact opposite.
Chapter 1 of Kagurabachi revealed Chihiro’s dark past, and it was abundantly clear that the character means business. Any distraction is simply not allowed, which is probably why the manga fetched such a high viewership rate as soon as it debuted.
In an interview, Kagurabachi’s author, Hokazono Takeru, talked in detail about how he created Chihiro and his story.
Kagurabachi‘s Author Created a Dark Hero, Challenging Shonen Standards Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
In an interview with Asahi Shimbun, Hokazono Takeru discussed his creation process for Chihiro. The author was more experienced with one-shots and wanted to play to his strength with his first serialization.
However, an ambiguous dream of becoming something does not sit right in one-shots. But...
Chapter 1 of Kagurabachi revealed Chihiro’s dark past, and it was abundantly clear that the character means business. Any distraction is simply not allowed, which is probably why the manga fetched such a high viewership rate as soon as it debuted.
In an interview, Kagurabachi’s author, Hokazono Takeru, talked in detail about how he created Chihiro and his story.
Kagurabachi‘s Author Created a Dark Hero, Challenging Shonen Standards Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
In an interview with Asahi Shimbun, Hokazono Takeru discussed his creation process for Chihiro. The author was more experienced with one-shots and wanted to play to his strength with his first serialization.
However, an ambiguous dream of becoming something does not sit right in one-shots. But...
- 5/6/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The most popular manga of 2023, Kagurabachi, recently celebrated the release of the second volume of the series on May 2. Takeru Hokazono, the creator of the series, started Kagurabachi in September last year, and the first volume was released in February 2024, making quite a name for itself. With only one volume, the Kagurabachi broke multiple records.
Kagurabachi Manga cover
Hokazono was recently interviewed by Asahi Digital to celebrate the release of the second volume of Kagurabachi. In the interview, the mangaka revealed that John Wick and Quentin Tarantino were his inspirations behind Kagurabachi. He also listed a bunch of other directors who have been his favorites and, in one way or another, helped him with Kagurabachi.
Not only that, the creator also revealed how other major series that he has been watching since the beginning became the reason why he entered the manga industry and created one of the most influential...
Kagurabachi Manga cover
Hokazono was recently interviewed by Asahi Digital to celebrate the release of the second volume of Kagurabachi. In the interview, the mangaka revealed that John Wick and Quentin Tarantino were his inspirations behind Kagurabachi. He also listed a bunch of other directors who have been his favorites and, in one way or another, helped him with Kagurabachi.
Not only that, the creator also revealed how other major series that he has been watching since the beginning became the reason why he entered the manga industry and created one of the most influential...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In the mentally challenging work of creating a manga, creative genius Kohei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, has often found inspiration from Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece. The mangaka often drew amazing storylines from the rich and immersive manga that showcased Oda-Sensei’s brilliance as an artist and how he has kept his audience hooked for 27 years.
My Hero Academia.
Needless to say, the Shonen series has significantly impacted the manga and anime industry as Op has become the manga with over 523 million copies sold. When Horikoshi got an opportunity to meet his idol, he was delighted and sat down with him for a talk. However, during the chat, Oda-Sensei praised the mangaka for his work, which eventually made him delay his Mha.
Eiichiro Oda Praises Kohei Korikoshi For His Creative Brilliance
Kohei Horikoshi has made a major impact in the anime and manga industry with his magnum opus,...
My Hero Academia.
Needless to say, the Shonen series has significantly impacted the manga and anime industry as Op has become the manga with over 523 million copies sold. When Horikoshi got an opportunity to meet his idol, he was delighted and sat down with him for a talk. However, during the chat, Oda-Sensei praised the mangaka for his work, which eventually made him delay his Mha.
Eiichiro Oda Praises Kohei Korikoshi For His Creative Brilliance
Kohei Horikoshi has made a major impact in the anime and manga industry with his magnum opus,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto has only risen in popularity 25 years after its initial release, continually enjoyed by its global fans across different generations. During the time of the series’ release, Kishimoto-san was struggling as a mangaka, but this series changed everything as it established him as one of the greatest mangakas with unparalleled skills in storytelling, equipped with intricately crafted characters.
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The dichotomy of One Piece can make anyone balk. On the one hand, you have the World Government, fraught with Celestial Dragons, the most corrupt and ruthless people alive. And on the other hand, you have pirates, some of whom are trustworthy, but the others are no less evil than the nobles.
So, who do you choose as the rulers of the world? When no side has the correct answer, you simply have to choose the lesser of the two evils. This explains why even a corrupt body like the World Government has some morally upright people working for it: Garp, Sengoku, Kuzan, and Kuma are some examples.
But who draws the line between bearable and unbearable evil? How could Garp let Ace die in front of his eyes by the very government he serves? According to a theory, he, too, was forced to choose the lesser of the two evils.
So, who do you choose as the rulers of the world? When no side has the correct answer, you simply have to choose the lesser of the two evils. This explains why even a corrupt body like the World Government has some morally upright people working for it: Garp, Sengoku, Kuzan, and Kuma are some examples.
But who draws the line between bearable and unbearable evil? How could Garp let Ace die in front of his eyes by the very government he serves? According to a theory, he, too, was forced to choose the lesser of the two evils.
- 5/5/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Just when One Piece live-action fans were becoming impatient regarding the details of season 2, Inaki Godoy dropped the biggest hint ever. The hint came in the form of a deceivingly simple-looking cake that Godoy carried in to thank fans of the series.
The next thing you know, Godoy makes a mischievous face, and the camera zooms into the cake. Lo and behold, the cake holds a 3-shaped candle. On closer inspection, even the cake resembles a melting candle.
Who else would it be referring to if not Luffy’s quirky foe-turned-friend, Mr. 3?
Which One Piece arc Will the Netflix Live-Action Season 2 Adapt? Mr. 3’s devil fruit powers | One Piece Crunchyroll
The official Instagram account of Netflix’s One Piece live-action series dropped the mother of all hints for the upcoming plot of season 2. The caption for the post teased that the Arabasta Saga will be the next one to...
The next thing you know, Godoy makes a mischievous face, and the camera zooms into the cake. Lo and behold, the cake holds a 3-shaped candle. On closer inspection, even the cake resembles a melting candle.
Who else would it be referring to if not Luffy’s quirky foe-turned-friend, Mr. 3?
Which One Piece arc Will the Netflix Live-Action Season 2 Adapt? Mr. 3’s devil fruit powers | One Piece Crunchyroll
The official Instagram account of Netflix’s One Piece live-action series dropped the mother of all hints for the upcoming plot of season 2. The caption for the post teased that the Arabasta Saga will be the next one to...
- 5/5/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The release of the Dragon Ball Super manga changed a lot for the original Dragon Ball series by Akira Toriyama. Dragon Ball Super not only introduced some new aspects in the narrative, but it also gave a huge makeover to a lot of things from its prequel series. One of the biggest changes the series made was with the character Broly/Broli.
Broly – Dragon Ball Super
Broly was possibly the strongest Saiyan in the Dragon Ball Z franchise, but the biggest problem with the character was that he was non-canon. His appearance in the Z timeline did not feature any significant changes in the story. However, Dragon Ball Super decided to make Broly canon, and after his introduction in Dragon Ball Super: Broly, he became an important figure in the story.
But this was not the only change. According to Naohiro Shintani, the animation supervisor for Dragon Ball Super,...
Broly – Dragon Ball Super
Broly was possibly the strongest Saiyan in the Dragon Ball Z franchise, but the biggest problem with the character was that he was non-canon. His appearance in the Z timeline did not feature any significant changes in the story. However, Dragon Ball Super decided to make Broly canon, and after his introduction in Dragon Ball Super: Broly, he became an important figure in the story.
But this was not the only change. According to Naohiro Shintani, the animation supervisor for Dragon Ball Super,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Big Mom has one of the largest families in the history of One Piece. Her family, also known as the Charlotte family, comprises 85 children, of whom 39 are daughters and 46 are sons. She has had these children since she was eighteen, and she has taken 43 husbands, with her eldest son being Charlotte Perospero and her eldest daughter being Charlotte Compote.
Big Mom Pirates
While all the children of Big Mom have been shown in the series, her husbands have been kept a mystery except for Pound, who is Big Mom’s 25th husband and the father of Charlotte Chiffon and Charlotte Lola. The main reason behind Big Mom’s husband being a mystery is that they are not very relevant to the One Piece narrative.
However, according to the One Piece theory, one of Big Mom’s husbands was the captain of the Beast Pirates, Kaido, and together they had three children: Katakuri,...
Big Mom Pirates
While all the children of Big Mom have been shown in the series, her husbands have been kept a mystery except for Pound, who is Big Mom’s 25th husband and the father of Charlotte Chiffon and Charlotte Lola. The main reason behind Big Mom’s husband being a mystery is that they are not very relevant to the One Piece narrative.
However, according to the One Piece theory, one of Big Mom’s husbands was the captain of the Beast Pirates, Kaido, and together they had three children: Katakuri,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Although Dragon Ball and Naruto might be great in a number of ways, the one place where One Piece excels is the manga sales. Since the release of the first chapter of One Piece in July 1997, the series has only gone up in terms of general sales of manga volumes and has set a benchmark that no other series can even imagine reaching.
Strawhat Pirates in One Piece
Eiichiro Oda’s masterpiece has set multiple world records with its sales, and it has been doing so for almost 30 years. The series is predicted to shatter all of its previous sales records because of the beginning of the final saga, which is going to be the best narrative the One Piece fans have ever seen, as it will reveal all the mysteries that have been foreshadowed over the years.
The adventures of Monkey D. Luffy with his crewmates as he indirectly...
Strawhat Pirates in One Piece
Eiichiro Oda’s masterpiece has set multiple world records with its sales, and it has been doing so for almost 30 years. The series is predicted to shatter all of its previous sales records because of the beginning of the final saga, which is going to be the best narrative the One Piece fans have ever seen, as it will reveal all the mysteries that have been foreshadowed over the years.
The adventures of Monkey D. Luffy with his crewmates as he indirectly...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
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