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?
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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?
10 Anime Characters Who Are All About Speed
There are many super fast anime characters out there, but some depend on their super speed so much that they couldn't fight without it.
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.
The Devil Is a Part-Timer 2: It's Time the Audience Sees More Of 'The Demon King'
The Devil Is A Part-timer 2 is one of the most anticipated anime sequels of 2022. Here's what fans are expecting from the Demon King.
Where the Term 'Waifu' Came From - And How It Grew So Prominent in Anime Culture
A waifu is an anime fan's ideal partner -- an imaginary partner lifted directly from an anime series' story. And there are plenty to choose from.
10 Best Seinen Anime For Fans Who Love Magic
The seinen genre of anime has come to the rescue for adults who still like to see magic stories.
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.
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.
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 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.
Demon Slayer Isn't the Only Anime Series Set in a Rare Historical Setting
Fans who enjoyed Demon Slayer's take on the Taisho period will love Meiji Tokyo Renka, an otome-adapted series set in Japan's Meiji era.
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.
The 8 Most Clichéd Isekai Villains, Ranked
Not all isekai villains can stand out among the rest and many fall into predictable patterns, tropes, or clichés.
10 Anime Infamous For Their Animation
The creativity in Japanese anime has allowed the medium to reach bold new heights, but some anime visuals leave a lot to be desired.
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.
The 10 Most Controversial Female Anime Characters, Ranked
Many female anime characters are highly debated, consistently dividing fans.
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.
The 10 Oldest Anime Villains Of All Time, Ranked By Age
Some anime villains are hundreds or thousands of years old, giving many of them a huge advantage in both planning their evil schemes and in battle.
10 Anime Couples That Realistically Wouldn't Last
Many anime couples wouldn't thrive under real-life circumstances.
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.
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.
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.
EXCLUSIVE: Webtoon Debuts Gorgeous Art for True Beauty’s Print Edition
WEBTOON Unscrolled reveals the cover art and first five pages from the upcoming print edition of the popular rom-com True Beauty.
10 Worst Villain Costumes In Isekai Anime, Ranked
Several Isekai anime have produced mediocre villains with bizarre or dull outfits.
10 Manga That Ended Early Because Their Creator Passed Away
The legacy of manga authors and artists who have passed away remains in the hands of the fans who love their work.
10 Most Dramatic Romance Anime, Ranked
Some of the most dramatic romance anime raise the stakes and keep fans interested.
20 Anime To Watch If You Love Dragon Ball Z
Dragon Ball serves as many a great introduction to the medium. These are the logical next choice for after you finish the series.
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.
Top 10 Manga With The Best Artwork
Though fans are excited to see their favorite characters and scenes animated, some mangas rival even the best animation.
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 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 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.
Zombie Land Saga Revenge: Franchouchou Faces Disaster as the Ultimate Idols
Losing their house is only the first catastrophe Franchouchous faces in Zombie Land Saga Revenge's penultimate episode.
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 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.
Zombie Land Saga Revenge Lays Out Its Ultimate Revenge Plot
Zombie Land Saga Revenge Episode 10 is mostly recap and set-up, but it reveals what exactly Franchouchou's "revenge" will look like.
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.
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 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.
The Best Romance Manga With Bittersweet Endings
In these romance manga, couples don’t always get the perfect happy ending - but a bittersweet conclusion often brings added realism to the story.
10 Best Anime With 25 Episodes
Some of the most popular anime with 25 episodes are long-time favorites.
Attack On Titan And 8 Other Anime That Got Too Dark
Some anime like Hajime Isayama's Attack On Titan are some of the darkest anime of the current generation.
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.
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.
RWBY Ice Queendom: Bumbleby Scene Foreshadows Vol. 6's Defining Battle
Weiss has been saved, but now Yang Xiao Long must save her partner Blake in a fight that hauntingly foreshadows their fight against Adam in Vol. 6.
REVIEW: Top Shelf Production's Doughnuts and Doom
In Doughnuts and Doom by Balazs Lorinczi, readers go on a Sapphically sweet journey with a witch, a guitarist, and an adorable snake.