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What Would Be the Big Three of the Shojo Anime & Manga World?
The so-called "Big Three" of anime and manga -- Naruto, Bleach and One Piece -- are well-known. But what would be their respective shojo equivalents?
10 Fan-Favorite Anime Characters With Fins
These fin-tastic anime characters also deserve a chance to get their fins wet and make a splash in the spotlight.
One Piece vs. Fairy Tail – The Portrayal of Female Characters
When comparing the shonen juggernauts One Piece and Fairy Tail in their portrayal of female characters, which series did them better justice?
One Piece: Why the Chopper Gag Bounty Makes No Sense
Chopper's bounty has been a running joke throughout One Piece, but it's time for a real bounty to reflect his worth.
10 Most Cringeworthy Anime Heroes
While some anime heroes are beyond cool, a good chunk of them are so cringey that they cause second-hand embarrassment.
The 10 Best Antiheroes In One Piece
Hero and villain roles aren't always black and white in One Piece, and many characters have saved the day as antiheroes.
The 10 Worst Anime Swords, Ranked
Anime is full of legendary swords with magnificent powers, but not every anime sword can live up to those lofty standards.
REVIEW: House of the Dragon Episode 4 Centers Rhaenyra & Daemon’s Relationship
House of the Dragon's fourth episode centers on Rhaenyra and Daemon's relationship -- what it is and what it could one day become.
Bleach: Orihime Inoue's MBTI Type & What it Says About Her
Bleach's Orihime Inoue is Ichigo Kurosaki's kindest, most responsible friend. There's only one MBTI type to describe a stellar heroine like her.
10 Overlooked Summer 2022 Anime Fans Shouldn't Miss Out On
Summer 2022 produced several compelling anime that fans should watch.
The 10 Most Anticipated Romance Anime of 2022
While the season's most anticipated series are action-packed shonen titles, a few romance series manage to tug on the viewers' heartstrings.
The Best High School Romance Drama Anime and Where to Watch Them
Rom-com anime shows can be great fun, but anyone looking for a romance with more bite should try these anime series and movies.
The Best Romance Anime With Big (And Still Appropriate) Age Gaps
A large age gap between romantic couples doesn't always need to be inappropriate. Here are some of the best age-gap-appropriate romance anime.
These Are the Biggest Misses of the Summer 2022 Anime Season
It's often easy to separate the good anime from the bad even before they air. However, these three shows had potential but failed to live up to it.
The 15 Best Spellcasters In Anime, Ranked
Anime magic users might be overshadowed by swordfighters, but the best spellcasters show they deserve to stand among the greatest anime has to offer.
10 Anime Villains Who Had To Be Kind To Be Cruel
Not every anime villain needs to be ruthless to be considered cruel. Plenty of anime villains hide their cruel intentions behind a mask of kindness.
Top 15 Anime Waifus Of All Time, Ranked
Waifus are the ideal life partner in the imagination of anime fans, and some of them are downright legendary as the best of all time.
Three Shojo Characters Who Deserve a Happy Ending
Mature shojo manga doesn't have to have depressing endings. Here are three shojo characters who deserve happy endings.
The 10 Scariest Anime Protagonists, Ranked
Anime protagonists are usually kindhearted and cheerful, but not always; some are so scary that they terrify other characters and viewers alike.
10 Best Anime Uncles, Ranked
Like in real life, uncles in anime can be anything from the family oddball to a beloved mentor for their nieces and nephews.
9 Ways Uub Could Play A Role In Dragon Ball Super's Future
Many possibilities lie ahead for Uub in Dragon Ball Super's future, and the character could finally get his time to shine in the anime.
10 Perfect Anime To Suit Every Mood
These anime series have happy scenes, heartbreaking moments, and everything in between.
10 Best Comedy Anime With A Twisted Sense Of Humor
These undeniably hilarious anime series are not scared to laugh at the parts of human existence that are unpleasant or unrefined.
10 Anime Characters Who Are Hopeless Romantics
Whether they're from a romance anime or not, these characters pine after their love interests and have already imagined their happily ever after.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be a Perfect Match For Naruto's Hinata Hyuga
If Naruto Uzumaki wasn't in the picture, then the teenaged Hinata Hyuga could fall for one of these charming anime boys instead.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Make Great Older Brothers
While some anime characters are literally older brothers, there are many more who would make a great fit as a big brother for potential siblings.
The 20 Most Powerful Dragon Ball Characters
Dragon Ball and its follow-up seri-powerful warriors in the world of Dragon Ball is the strongest? CBR has got an official ranking for you right here!
10 Best Anime With Animal Protagonists, Ranked
From comedies to murder mysteries, some of the greatest anime feature animal protagonists who tackle all sorts of relatable situations.
Demon Slayer's Kanao Became a More Wholesome Version of a Classic Batman Villain
Kanao Tsuyuri flips coins to make her decisions, similar to Two-Face from Batman. However, this tends to hold back these characters' personal growth.
Boruto Could Give Sasuke a Better Apprentice Than Naruto's Son or Sarada
Boruto #72 just set up a huge domino in Konoha that could give a recovering Sasuke an apprentice with a lot more potential than Boruto and Sarada.
The 10 Nicest Anime Brothers, Ranked
A wonderful brother in anime will look after his sibling's emotional needs anytime or even fight to defend their siblings and friends.
10 Smartest Anime That Don't Underestimate Their Audience
Some anime have a much more compelling story that treats audiences with the intellectual respect they deserve.
10 Anime Villains That Died Peacefully
Whether they deserved it or not, some anime villains found peace before they met their end.
The Five Best Underrated Shoujo Manga
The shoujo demographic has spawned wonderful series like Fruits Basket and NANA, but there are plenty of gorgeous manga deserving of recognition.
10 Seinen Anime That Don't Have A Happy Ending
Some notable seinen anime avoid cliché happily-ever-afters and live up to the no rainbows and butterflies reputation.
10 Best Shonen Characters Who Would Be In Ravenclaw
Ravenclaws are known for their clever, resourceful ways, putting their intellect ahead of strength to solve problems.
10 Webtoons To Binge If You Like Naruto
Naruto is a beloved franchise that's lasted for decades. These bingeable webtoons will satisfy any Naruto fans looking for similar content.
10 Times Music Saved The Day In Anime
Music has the power to bring people together, a power that is only amplified in anime and has been used to save the day many times.
The Best Anime Series You Should Watch Based On Your Zodiac Sign
These stellar anime series all embody the best traits of astrological signs, from the bold Leo to the humanitarian Aquarius.
10 Fan Favorite Anime Violinists
The violin is one of the most popular classical instruments, which might be why there are several anime characters who specialize in playing it.
8 Best Truck-Kun Moments In Isekai Anime
Truck-kun has isekai'd anime characters into new lives for decades. With a reputation as extensive as his, Truck-kun has many memorable moments.
The 10 Coolest Anime Deaths, Ranked
Some anime deaths are haunting, and leave the audience forever changed by the character's captivating end.
10 Best Husbandos From 1990s Anime, Ranked
The 1990s were a wild and amazing time for anime, filled with tons of husbando-worthy anime guys.
Korean Webtoons That've Gotten Adaptations Thanks to Their Incredible Popularity
From Tower of God to True Beauty, these highly-popular Korean webtoon adaptations have been a long time coming and are certainly worth the wait.
10 Fan-Favorite Undead Anime Characters
Whether these characters are zombies, skeletons, or something in between, they all share the same ability to win over even the most scaredy-cats.
10 Best Trading Card Games For New Players
The TCG genre has some fun and unique games to offer anyone looking to pick up an expansive and rewarding hobby.
10 Best Love Triangles In Shonen Anime
There is much debate about love triangles in shonen anime, but fans cannot get enough of their favorite complicated romances.
How Nezuko Kamado Became Demon Slayer's Princess Leia
Like Princess Leia before her, Nezuko Kamado is a hero's sister who could have fallen to the dark side. But she's better than that.
10 Comedy Anime That Were Better Than Expected
Some comedy anime have played-out plotlines, yet they’re still able to transform tired ideas into comedic gold.
10 Comedy Anime Protagonists With Surprisingly Tragic Backstories
Even seemingly lighthearted and unsophisticated comedy protagonists might have some dark secrets lurking in the shadows of their past.
10 Anime Girls Sanji From One Piece Would Love To Cook For
Outside the world of One Piece, there are plenty of anime girls who Sanji would be more than happy to cook for.
My Hero Academia: How Might Midoriya Respond to Learning the League of Villains' Trauma?
MHA Season 6 teases that heroes and villains will meet in battle, but how will Midoriya react to the fact that villains can be victims too?
10 Anime Villains Who Have Never Been Beaten
While it's expected that anime heroes should eventually overcome their villainous counterparts, some villains are just too powerful or clever.
Which Anime Side Character Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?
There are so many anime side characters out there, and while many align with the zodiac, some perfectly represent their zodiac sign.
The 10 Most Overrated Anime Waifus, Ranked
Many waifu characters have gotten way overhyped over the years. Adored by fans and placed on a pedestal, they seem far greater than they actually are.
10 Foreshadowed Anime Deaths That Fans Should Have Seen Coming
Several anime deaths shouldn't have been a surprise for fans.
Beloved Anime Opening & Ending Songs You Didn’t Know Were Sung by the Main Characters
Anime is known for exciting J-rock and J-pop credits music, but the show's lead voice actors will sometimes handle the singing themselves.
10 Perks Of Being Sasuke Uchiha In Naruto
Although Sasuke Uchiha has had a rough past in Naruto, there are still several benefits to being one of the only surviving members of the Uchiha clan.
Dragon Ball: Every Saiyan Transformation, Ranked By Design
Dragon Ball quickly established which Saiyan transformations were the most powerful, but others stole the spotlight thanks to their epic designs.
15 Anime Shows The Whole Family Can Enjoy
There's an anime out there for everyone and plenty of anime's best shows are perfect for kids and the whole family to sit back and enjoy.
10 Anime Villains With The Best Laugh
Though their evil deeds are enough to make fans shiver, an anime villain's laugh can send a chill down their spine.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Do Better In Avatar
Many powerful anime characters could easily fit into the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender. They feel more natural in Avatar than their own series.
10 Times Kakashi Was There For Naruto When He Needed It
Throughout Naruto, Kakashi Hatake has aided the protagonist through many hard times.
10 Anime Heroes Who Had To Be Cruel To Be Kind
Whether an anime hero's behavior is well-received or not, it's sometimes necessary for them to carry out cruel acts for the greater good.
Attack on Titan: Has Levi’s Hatred for Meaningless Deaths Softened?
From "Give up on your dreams and die" to "Don't die on me", has Levi Ackerman gone soft as Attack on Titan has progressed?
10 Best Anime Characters With Pompadour Hairstyles
The pompadour may come in many forms, but these tough and gutsy anime characters rock it with pride.
10 '90s Anime That Are Better Than They Have Any Right To Be
Some '90s anime have cemented themselves as beloved classics, though it's a wonder how they ended up that way.
10 Anime That Remind Us To Appreciate Our Fathers
The bond between an anime father and his child can show fans what they should appreciate about their own fathers.
10 Most Dramatic Romance Anime, Ranked
Some of the most dramatic romance anime raise the stakes and keep fans interested.
10 Popular Anime Villains Fans Grew To Hate
Whether for their uncomfortable morality, or cruel intentions, some villains are so utterly detested that fans hate seeing them take screen time.
10 Overrated Sad Anime That Are Still Worth Watching
Anime that can trigger an emotional response from viewers sometimes get more hype than they deserve, but that doesn't mean they aren't worth watching.
10 Comedy Anime That Are Already Modern Classics
Anime comedies continue to be a hit with fans season after season, with this past decade seeing many comedy series already becoming modern classics.
10 Best Anime Characters Who Play The Piano
These anime characters have managed to master one of the most sophisticated instruments in the world, the piano.
Dragon Ball's Namekians Don't Require Food - So How Do They Sustain Themselves?
Namekians have almost never been shown eating throughout the Dragon Ball Franchise. The simple explanation for this is that they don't really need to.
Goku & 9 Other Anime Characters Who Could Beat Rick & Morty
While Rick and Morty are skilled at problem-solving, they might be in a real pickle if they visit the worlds of anime and characters like Goku.
10 Most Frustrating Shojo Anime To Watch (& Why)
Though shojo is a popular subgenre among anime fans, some series have issues viewers can't ignore.
10 Anime Openings Sung By K-Pop Artists
The worlds of anime & K-Pop have collided giving fans some pretty amazing anime openings.
10 Worst Trends In Slice-Of-Life Anime, Ranked
The slice-of-life genre has been a staple in the anime community, but fans have grown tired of some of the most overused tropes.
10 Naruto Villains Fans Can't Help But Love
Whatever their motivations may be, many of Naruto's villains end up surprisingly compelling, even if they've committed unforgivable acts.
10 Cartoon Heroes Who Won't Fight Anyone Weaker Than Them
One of the noblest aspects that a cartoon hero can have is never fighting anyone weaker than them.
My Hero Academia: How Izuku Could Get His Own All Might Muscle Form
All Might's muscle form in MHA is symbolic of his heroic strength and his worthiness of One For All. Perhaps it's Midoriya's turn to bulk up, too.
10 Powerless Anime Characters Who Still Risk Their Lives
Not all anime characters are overpowered shonen heroes, and some prove that powers aren't needed to be a hero by risking their lives anyway.
Every Hashira’s Fate At The End Of Demon Slayer, Ranked By Sadness
Unfortunately, many fan-favorite characters met brutal, untimely demises in Demon Slayer, and the Hashira certainly weren't an exception.
10 Darkest Characters In Fruits Basket
Fruits Basket is a heartfelt drama series whose main characters suffer grief, guilt, alienation, and much more.
The 10 Best Side Characters In Isekai Anime, Ranked
Worlds in isekai anime are filled to the brim with fantastically strong and wonderfully personable characters.
10 Coolest Leaf Village Ninja In Naruto, Ranked
The Hidden Leaf Village is home to some of the coolest characters not just in Naruto, but in all of shonen anime.
The Dragon Balls & 9 Other Wish Items In Anime
The world of anime is filled will magical MacGuffins that can grant wishes. Often, there are limits or catches to wishes.
10 Anime Infamous For Their Endings
It's always difficult for an anime's ending to please everyone, but some series finales are so controversial that they have gone down in infamy.
10 Kids' Anime Critics Actually Loved
Many anime shows targeted at kids have impactful, investing, critically acclaimed stories that adults can enjoy just as much as children, if not more.
10 Times Zenitsu Was The Most Relatable Character In Demon Slayer
Zenitsu might be one of the most annoying Demon Slayer characters but he's also the most relatable.
5 Romance Anime More Memorable (And Better) Than Fruits Basket and Why
Fruits Basket holds a dear place in people's hearts. But it isn't the greatest anime romance. Here are five romance anime better than Fruits Basket.
10 Shonen Anime With Awesome Side Characters, But A Terrible Protagonist
From edgy shonen like Akame Ga Kill! to harem anime like Love Hina to the isekai Sword Art Online, these side characters outshine the protagonists.
10 Anime Series That Are Too Sad To Watch Twice
Some anime series are so sad that they are hard enough to watch the first time, making a rewatch next to impossible.
The Best Anime Where the Main Couple Breaks Up - But Remain Good Friends
Not all anime couples are destined to stay together. However, they don't always have to stay on bad terms following a break up, either.
5 Classic Anime Reboots Worth Watching
These modern anime took old classics and redid them from the ground up, retelling their stories for a new generation.
The 10 Most Sympathetic Anime Villains Of All Time, Ranked
Fans can't help but feel bad for some anime villains, despite their evil actions.
10 Sad Anime Every Anime Fan Should Watch At Least Once
There has been a lot of sad anime that have made even the most hardened of viewers burst out into tears, and these sad titles are mandatory viewing.
Naruto's Konoha 11, Ranked By Reputation
The Konoha 11 have all made a name for themselves, but some are more famous than others.
10 Anime Infamous For Their Twists
Plot twists are a great way to engage audiences and keep them interested in a series. Some anime have become infamous for their shocking plot twists.
10 Anime Series With Way Too Many Subplots
Subplots are important components of storytelling. If given enough time, subplots can enhance a story, but sometimes they also weigh the story down.
10 Best Anime On HBO Max
While there are a number of mainstream streaming services available, HBO Max has its own anime roster to compete with.
10 Anime Series Perfect For A Try Not To Cry Challenge
Plenty of anime series are perfect for a new, popular challenge: the Try Not To Cry Challenge.
Top 10 Cutest Naruto Characters, Ranked
Whether it's through their appearance, personality, or a mix of both, it's hard to deny these charmingly cute Naruto characters.
10 Most Memorable Character Entrances In Anime
These anime characters made grand entrances that made a lasting impression on fans.
10 Best Special Attacks In Attack On Titan
Several Attack on Titan characters have showcased impressive special attacks during their high-stakes battles.
Demon Slayer: Tanjiro's Empathy Toward Demons Is a Coping Mechanism
It's undeniable that Tanjiro Kamado's empathy is one of his defining character traits in Demon Slayer, but is there more to this than meets the eye?
10 Uplifting Sci-Fi Anime That Are Optimistic About The Future
Though pessimism often goes hand in hand with the sci-fi genre, not all shows follow this convention. Many show the future in a positive light.
The 10 Most Overrated Anime Husbandos, Ranked
Though fans are lovestruck by these beloved characters, they may not deserve their romantic status.
10 Anime Characters Who Can't Stop Telling Lies
Whether they have a compulsion to lie, are hiding dark secrets, or have perfectly valid reasons, some anime characters just can't stop lying.
Crayon Shin-Chan & 9 Other Long-Running Anime You Can Watch With Family
Who ever said anime couldn't be a family affair? Here are 10 series that you can watch together with your closest family and friends!
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be Great Electric-Type Pokémon Gym Leaders
Since electricity and lightning are used by many anime characters, they could become successful Electric-Type Pokémon Gym Leaders.
Overlord’s War-Based Horror Setting Rivaled Apocalypse Now’s Chilling Tone
Overlord and Apocalypse Now are very different movies, but one thing they share is the horrifying reality of war many soldiers have experienced.
The Best Slice-of-Life Anime With Dark Undertones
Slice of life anime are most often lighthearted stories - but not always. Here are some of the best slice of life titles with darker themes.
Forget Train to Busan, Horror Express Has the Scariest Train Ride Ever
2016's Train to Busan did zombie horror at a breakneck pace, but Horror Express crafted an even more terrifying train experience 44 years prior.
REVIEW: Mad Cave Studios' A Legacy of Violence #1
Cullen Bunn and Andrea Mutti's upcoming new comic, A Legacy of Violence #1 unsettles and gets under the skin from the very first page.