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7th Time Loop Villainess Reincarnation Novels Get TV Anime in 2024
๐ฃ Anime lovers, get ready! The 7th Time Loop: The Villainess Enjoys a Carefree Life Married to Her Worst Enemy! light novel series is about to take a fantastic leap on the small screen. It's official now - we're getting a TV anime adaptation! But, be patient. The big premiere is set for 2024. ๐
โจ The brains behind this major transformation? None other than Ikumi Hasegawa, Nobunaga Shimazaki alongside talented Kazuya Iwata, Studio KAI, and HORNETS. ๐ฌ They'll be lighting up our screens with this jewel of a story soon enough! We also got a sneak peek at a promotional video, visual, and the first two cast members, marking the start of an exciting journey! ๐
So, buckle up! The villainess is set to enjoy her carefree life in the anime world. Just remember, no spoilers, okay? ๐ Keep your eyes peeled, folks! ๐บ
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Exclusive: Titan Comics Releases Speed Grapher Manga in Print in April 2024
๐ Great news for manga fans! Titan Comics recently revealed that it will publish Tomozo's manga adaptation of Gonzo's Speed Grapher anime in English. The first printed volume is all set to hit the shelves in April 2024, and you can already pre-order it on Amazon and Forbidden Planet. Fans of the series will remember that it first launched in Japan back in March 2005. ๐
Whether you're familiar with the original anime or not, you're in for a real treat! ๐ The manga revolves around the twisted underbelly of a supernatural Tokyo where a former war photographer strives to rescue a brilliantly gifted 15-year-old girl from an evil group scheming to control her powers. Get ready to dive into a world filled with intrigue and suspense! ๐๐ฅ
Unfamiliar with Speed Grapher? ๐ค The original anime is a 24-episode series that aired first in April 2005. It's available on streaming platforms like Funimation and Crunchyroll.๐ฟ๐บ Do check it out and prep up for the explosive manga launch in 2024! ๐๐ Spoiler: If Saiga, the war photographer protagonist, takes your picture, you're as good as toast! ๐ฅ๐ธ
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1st Film in 2-Part Haikyu!! Final Project Reveals Title, Logo
๐ข Big news, fellow Haikyu!! enthusiasts! The anime's official Twitter account dropped some ๐ฅ info about the first film in the Haikyu!! Final sequel film project. ๐ It's officially titled Gekijลban Haikyu!! Gomi Suteba no Kessen (or let's call it 'Haikyu!! the Movie: Decisive Battle at the Garbage Dump' for simplicity ๐).
This film is set to serve up an unforgettable volley between two fierce rivals on the court. ๐ Yup, you guessed it! It's the "fated showdown" between Karasuno High and Nekoma High we're talking about here! โ๏ธ On top of that, the guys behind the scenes have tossed us a glimpse at the film's slick logo! ๐
Get your snacks ready! Root for your favorite team and gear up for a whole new level of ๐ sports anime action! ๐ Coming soon.
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Black Clover Manga Moves to Quarterly Jump GIGA Magazine, Resumes in Winter
๐ฃ Fans of Black Clover, we got some major news for ya! ๐ The beloved manga is shaking things up a bit! Black Clover will be continuing its thrilling journey not on a weekly schedule, but in a quarterly release through the Jump GIGA Magazine! ๐โฑ๏ธ
๐ Starting from its final arc, which kicked off in August 2022, the story we've all been eagerly following will now be unfolding at a slower speed, but certainly not losing any of its charm! ๐โ๏ธ
โRemember, folks, this change means we're moving towards the conclusion of the manga! Make sure to keep up with the Winter releases as we journey with our favorite characters towards the story's climax! ๐๐
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Undead Unluck TV Anime Reveals More Cast, October 6 Debut
๐ข Get ready, anime fans! The television anime adaptation of Yoshifumi Tozuka's 'Undead Unluck' manga is hitting the screen on October 6! ๐บ ๐ That's right, the 38th issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump spilled the beans. Adding to the buzz, there's a new cool "Official Characters Trailer" and world premiere details that you shouldn't miss.
๐ญ We also have some fresh faces joining the star-studded cast! Get excited to hear the voices of renowned talents such as Rikiya Koyama, Mariya Ise, and Rie Kugimiya. ๐ซ Oh, and did we mention, the cast lineup continues with amazing actors Aoi Yลซki, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Koji Yusa, and Tomokazu Sugita joining in! ๐
All in all, it sounds like this October is going to be immortal with all the 'Undead Unluck' happenings. Mark your calendars, folks, cos itโs going to be one for the books! ๐๐
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The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses GN 3-4
There isn't much to say about The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses because it very much is โwhat you see is what you get.โ
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This Week in Anime - When East Meets West: Can We Call This 'Anime'?
๐ This Week in Anime is diving into the complex debate of 'What counts as anime?' with hosts Chris and Nicky! ๐ค๐ฝ๏ธ They'll be exploring the boundary-pushing world of animation with series like Scott Pilgrim and Suicide Squad ISEKAI. ๐
Join in as they explore the world of animation and consider if western works like these can be classified as 'anime'. ๐๐ฌ Keep in mind, spoiler alert for discussions on various series. ๐ฅ
Don't miss out, folks! ๐You can catch the discussed series on streaming platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll among others.๐ฟ Opening up this exciting topic, Chris asks a big question set to stir some great conversation: '"Does the new Scott Pilgrim series count as 'Anime'?" ๐ฏ ๐จ๏ธ Get ready for some intense discourse! ๐
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Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead Anime Reveals Broadcast Schedule, Delays
Episode 8 to air following recap episode, episodes 10-12 air dates to be announced
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Shangri-La Frontier Anime Reveals Theme Song Artists, Additional Cast, October 1 Premiere
Yumiri Hanamori, Sayaka Senbongi, Seiichiro Yamashita join cast
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New Rurouni Kenshin Anime's Promo Video Reveals Cast for Oniwabanshลซ Members
๐ฌ Exciting News!! The new Rurouni Kenshin anime has dropped its sixth promotional video, introducing us to four fresh faces from the Oniwabanshลซ!โจ The action is set to begin from the anime's eighth episode premiering this Friday. Keep an eye out, anime lovers! ๐
๐บ If you haven't already jumped on the Rurouni Kenshin train, there's no better time than the present. Make sure you cancel all your Friday night plans because the eighth episode featuring Oniwabanshลซ is a must-see! ๐ฟ
๐ซ Get ready for an action-packed episode, overflowing with fantastic and mind-blowing pieces of art! Don't miss this amazing chance to immerse yourself in the world of Rurouni Kenshin. ๐
๐ฎSpoiler: Oniwabanshลซ members will be making their debut in the eighth episode!. So be prepared for a major turn of events!๐
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One Piece, Gintama, Fullmetal Alchemist Creators Draw Urusei Yatsura Characters
๐ข Ready for some fun back-to-the-roots art? ๐ 33 manga artists, including creators of One Piece, Gintama, and Fullmetal Alchemist, came together for a super cool project! ๐คฉ To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Urusei Yatsura series, they all drew characters from the beloved show and presented them in Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine! ๐จ๐๏ธ
Say WHAT? ๐ To mark Urusei Yatsura's 45th anniversary, some of our favorite manga artists, like Eiichiro Oda (One Piece), Gosho Aoyama (Detective Conan), Hiromu Arakawa (Fullmetal Alchemist), Hideaki Sorachi (Gintama), and many more penciled their own version of the series' characters. ๐ฒ Yep, they all joined in the fun, taking their love for these iconic characters to another level. โฃ๏ธ You can check out all these amazing illustrations in the 39th issue of Weekly Shonen Sunday!
And mark your calendars! ๐ The new Urusei Yatsura television anime has a premiere date of January 2024. ๐บ Until then don't forget to catch it on HIDIVE where it's streaming right now, including the English dub released on March 1. And a little history bite for you - The original manga was such a hit, it sparked an anime series, various anime films, and even an OVA series. ๐โจ The series turned out to be an absolute fan favorite, standing the test of time since its debut 45 years ago! โค๏ธ
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After-School Hanako-kun Spinoff Manga Gets Short TV Anime in October
๐ Anime fans, get ready! Square Enix and TBS have confirmed that Iro Aida's After-School Hanako-kun spinoff manga will become a short TV anime, hitting screens this fall! ๐บ๐
Launching on October 12, this four-hour series helps fill the autumn schedule with super-watchable content. And good news for global anime enthusiasts - Crunchyroll will also be airing the show on the same day ๐โจ. No need to wait for the Japanese premiere, you can catch them at 2:00 p.m. ET! ๐
Let us all prepare our snacks and drinks ahead. Bring on the ghostly fun! ๐ป ๐
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This Week in Anime - When Your Fav Anime Protagonist is Problematic
This Week in Anime discusses a touchy subject - problematic anime protagonists! ๐ The conversation pivots around the differentiating line between flawed heroes and characters that cross the line into irredeemable territory. ๐๏ธ๐ค
The discussion centers around series streaming on Netflix, HIDIVE, and Crunchyroll. On the list are fan-favorites like Evangelion, Girlish Number, and the ever-popular Macross series. ๐๐บ
Spoiler alert for those who aren't up to date! There's a discussion of the series ahead, so tread carefully if you're not caught up! ๐จ Remember, opinions expressed during the discussion belong to the participants. So, grab some popcorn and dive into the debate; it promises to be a passionate one! ๐ฟ๐ฏ๏ธ
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Slayers Artist Rui Araizumi Falsely Accused of Using AI to Make Art
๐จ Rui Araizumi, the artist renowned for his work on the Slayers Series, published a new book of his fan art at Comiket 102 earlier this month. Yet, a flurry of accusations from Twitter users falsely claimed that his artwork was AI-generated. ๐น๏ธ๐ค
๐ข๐ In response to the criticisms, Araizumi shattered these misconceptions by releasing a video that peeled back the layers of his artwork, showing the raw process from initial sketch to finished product. An abundance of similar comments continued to flood in, but Araizumi swayed the tide, reassuring his fans, "I'm drawing things properly! ๐๏ธ๐
In the wake of proving his innocence, Araizumi made an apologetic gesture to his folloeiwrs who had to witness his art being scrutinized. He sincerely apologized to those who had purchased his art book, stating, "For those who...picked up the book and... enjoyed it, if I have caused you any heartache, I am truly sorry." ๐๐ He has made clear he's kept record of those hurling harsh accusations, hinting at a potential future legal response. ๐๐ต๏ธ
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English Release of Susumu Higa's Okinawa Manga Delayed Due to Chinese Printer
๐๏ธ The English release of Susumu Higa's Okinawa manga has been delayed ๐ due to publishing issues. Joint publishers Mangasplaining and Fantagraphics Books switched printers after their Chinese contractor wanted to erase Taiwan mentions from the interview included in the manga. โ The original release was scheduled for July, but the issue pushed it ๐ back to August 22.
๐ Okinawa features the impacts of war on the Okinawan people, caught between invading American forces and Japan, once their colonizer, bringing the past to life in the present day. ๐ฅ The arc is split into two closely connected manga ๐งฉ, Sword of Sand and Mabui. It will be serialized 2 to 3 times per month, with a collective print copy planned to be out in Winter 2022 from Fantagraphics Books. โ๏ธ
๐ Jocelyne Allen translated the manga for the Mangasplaining newsletter, while Patrick Crotty was responsible for lettering, and Andrew Woodrow-Butcher took up editing duties. The manga was initially published in English by Fantagraphics Books in January 2019. ๐ท๏ธ๐๏ธ
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Konjiki no Gash/Zatch Bell! Manga Gets Smartphone RPG
๐ข Big news for Konjiki no Gash/Zatch Bell! fans! ๐ Your favorite manga series is getting its own smartphone game! ๐ฒToei Animation, GameOn, and NEOWIZ have announced that they're busy creating a game based on Makoto Raiku's legendary manga! ๐ฎ
Excited? You bet! The game, Konjiki no Gash Bell!! Towa no Kizuna no Nakama-tachi (Zatch Bell: Friends are an Eternal Bond), is set to release this year! โณ Keep your calendars clear, as the closed beta test is planned for mid-September. ๐
๐ฑ This is your chance to experience your beloved series in a whole new dimension. Don't miss out on this ultimate gaming experience! ๐๐ฅ
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My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer Anime Casts Kanon Takao, Kazuki Ura
๐ Attention, anime fans! Let's welcome Kanon Takao and Kazuki Ura to the cast of the television anime My Daughter Left the Nest and Returned an S-Rank Adventurer! ๐ฌ Kanon will be voicing a mysterious character named Charlotte. Guess what, she's spreading the heretical teachings of Solomon! ๐๐ซ
So, here's a bit of a rundown! This television series is actually an adaptation of MOJIKAKIYA's light novel with the same title. The plot is suspenseful and enticing, isn't it? ๐๐ฅ So, if you're a fan of thrilling tales, catch the premiere of this exciting anime!๐ฟ
So get ready, and mark your calendars. The adventure awaits! Can't wait to see the mysterious vibes of Charlotte and the whole story unfold, right? ๐ Don't forget to stay tuned for more updates! ๐บ๐
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Honey and Clover Author Likens the Manga to a Fire that Consumed Her Life
๐ผ๐ฏ Chica Umino, the mastermind behind the beloved manga, Honey and Clover ๐, recently shared some profound thoughts on how her creation impacted her life. She took to twitter expressing herself in a series of heartfelt and poetic tweets. ๐ฃ๐
โจ Umino's introspective look at her work paints a picture of a creator deeply moved by her own creation. The Honey and Clover series both shaped and consumed her, like a roaring fire. ๐ฅ๐
๐ Her words underline the profound connection between a creator and their art, often unveiling layers of their emotion and reflecting parts of their journey. So, remember to appreciate not only the manga you read, but also the hands and hearts that craft them! ๐จ๐๐๐If you haven't read Honey and Clover yet, you might want to consider giving it a shot!
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Manga Archive Organization Dedicated to Archiving Manga Materials Founded
๐ Exciting news, manga enthusiasts! The Manga Archive Organization just announced its grand opening on the horizon! Formed on May 1, their big mission is all about safeguarding and sharing manga creators' stunning artwork and all sorts of related goodies! ๐๐ผ๏ธ
This isn't a one-man show though, oh no! The organization will join forces with publishers, manga creator groups, industry bigwigs, and even the scholarly folk at universities! ๐ They also have an expert panel in the works to help figure out which illustrious pieces should grace the archive! ๐ค
Starting from September, the organization will kick off its main activities and even their official website will spring to life! Watch this space for more updates on where to stream everything manga! ๐๐
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