May 2023 Issue

1. Fans to get treated with Manga Series “BeyBlade X” by The Promised Neverland Creator Posuka : Demizu Pozuka revealed working on a new manga series, based on the hit manga series Kakegurui (Compulsive Gambler). Further updates awaited!

(Source: The Promised Neverland Creator Demizu Posuka To Release New Manga Series “Beyblade X” - Latest Anime News )

2. Creator One unexpectedly drops a One-Punch Man chapter mid-May, after a 2 year interval to fans’ surprise and a twist to the expected end of the series.

(Source: One-Punch Man Webcomic Returns After 2-Year Hiatus )

3. Bleach Creator Tite Kubo’s Burn The Witch Season 2 production rumours. The thrilling four-episode anime adaptation of the manga had aired its first season in 2020, further fueling the anticipation for a potential continuation of the series.

(Source: Burn The Witch Season 2 Rumoured To Be In Production - Latest Anime News )

After watching some great new action animes such as Mashle, Hell’s Paradise, and the continuation of Demon Slayer, AOT, Tokyo Revengers, Vinland Saga, are you excited for what’s coming next? Here are some of the most hyped upcoming action anime that are coming out this year:

Helck

Airing: Summer 2023

In a fantastical world where humans and demons coexist in a delicate balance, humanity celebrates the defeat of the Demon King at the hands of a lone hero while the demon realm organises a tournament to choose a new Demon King.

In the series of fierce battles, Helck, a human hero with a mysterious past who hates his own kind, surpassing everyone, he rises quickly with a gradient smile.

This anime adaptation brings the beloved manga to life, offering a thrilling and thought-provoking journey that explores the boundaries of heroism and the complexities of good and evil.

Undead Unluck

Airing: Fall 2023

Fuuko , who is suffering from a strange condition where anybody who touches her attains extreme misfortune. This affected her surrounding and resulted in death of people around her including her parents.

She finally feels to end her existence and stands on bridge above train tracks. Fuuko is touched by a strange man, causing the footing underneath him to collapse. However, when she finds the man’s corpse, she notices that his body is regenerating and he comes back to life. The man, whom Fuuko names Andy is an immortal and like her wishes for death.

She decides to team up with Andy and give and the best death possible, but a mysterious organization hoping to take advantage duo’s bizarre abilities. Here begins an exhilarating and unpredictable adventure of an Undead man and an Unlucky girl.

Zom 100: Bucket List of Dead

Airing: Summer 2023

After a long time, zombie enthusiasts waiting for a new zombie anime embrace yourself with highly anticipated anime adaptation of “Zom 100: Bucket List of Dead” and prepare yourself for a hilarious and thrilling adventure with Akira Tendou, an ordinary office worker whose spirit is broken after working in an exploitative company for 3 hard years.

One morning, he finds that the whole city’s swarmed with zombies. Even though he is running for his life, Akira has never felt more alive!

Rurouni Kenshin

Airing: Summer 2023

Get ready to experience the blend of historical elements, intense swordfights with thrilling and emotional story of “Rurouni Kenshin”. That’s right! We are being blessed with the remake of famous classical action anime of 90’s.

In the final years of Bakumatsu era lived a merciless killer called Hitokiri Battosai who was feared by everyone but is disappeared for 10 years, now living a peaceful life as Himura Kenshin. But the inevitable truth is peace doesn’t last longer. Now he strives to save those in need while the enemies from past and present are after him . Will a reformed killer be able to uphold his morals?

“No matter how many people you may lose, you have no choice but to go on living. No matter how devastating the blows might be.” - Kamado Tanjiro (S01E07)

Intro:

“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” is a 2019 anime television series based on the manga of the same name by Koyoharu Gotouge. The series follows Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered. To make matters worse, his sister, Nezuko turns into a demon herself.

Overview:

Demon Slayer is a visually stunning anime with some of the best animation I’ve ever seen. The fight scenes are particularly well-done, with fluid animation and beautiful visuals. The characters are also well-developed and likable, with Tanjiro being a particularly compelling protagonist.

The story of Demon Slayer is a classic shonen tale of good versus evil, but it’s told in a way that feels fresh and exciting. The characters are all relatable and the stakes are always high, making it hard to put the show down.

Here are some of the things I love about Demon Slayer:

• The animation is simply stunning. Ufotable has outdone themselves with this series, and the fight scenes are some of the best I’ve ever seen.
• The characters are all likable and relatable. Tanjiro is a great protagonist, and I found myself rooting for him the entire time.
• The story is exciting and engaging. The stakes are always high, and I was never bored.
• If you’re a fan of anime, then I highly recommend Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. It’s a must-watch for any fan of the genre.

FAQ:

Q. Where can I watch the anime and movie?

You can watch all seasons and the movies on Crunchyroll, Funimation and Hulu. Seasons 1-3 is also available on Netflix and is updated weekly with new episodes.

Q. How are the seasons formatted in regards to the movie / What is the watch order?

The best order to watch the seasons in is as follows:

• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 1
• [Optional Movie] Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 2 Part 1 - Mugen Train Arc
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba season 2 Part 2 - Entertainment District Arc
• [Optional Movie] Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba - To the Swordsmith Village
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba season 3 - Swordsmith Village Arc

The movies are optional and almost all of it covered in the seasonal episodes. The benefit of the movies is the chance at watching “Demon Slayer” in the big screen with friends.

The first film from the franchise is titled “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Mugen Train”, and it covers the same story as the first half of the TV show’s second season. In fact, the film came first but the TV show features some original content for viewers looking for something new.

The second film, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - To the Swordsmith Village”, adapts the final two episodes of season 2, as well as the first episode of season 3, while season 3 adapts the manga’s Swordsmith Village arc in full.

Q. What is the Rank System in Demon Slayer?

There are ten ranks in the Demon Slayer Corps. Going up from Mizunoto (癸), the ranks are Mizunoe (壬), Kanoto( 辛), Kanoe (庚), Tsuchinoto (己), Tsuchinoe (戊), Hinoto (丁), Hinoe(丙), Kinoto (乙), and Kinoe (甲); these ranks are named after the Heavenly Stems. Collectively, they represent the average ranks most Demon Slayers can expect to climb in their lifetime. The demon slayers rank up by completing various missions and honing their skills. Upon reaching the highest rank, Kinoe, the demon slayer, can now look forward to becoming an Hashira, the organization’s most elite combatant and second only to the leader.

The Hashira, the peak of the Corps’ strength, rank at a level beyond even Kinoe. To qualify for this prestigious title, a Demon Slayer must attain the rank of Kinoe and slay either 50 demons or a member of the Twelve Kizuki. The Hashira get special privileges in the Corps and are even allowed to request large amounts of money if they need it. They only answer to members of the Ubayashiki family, namely Kagaya.

Of the nine active Hashira presented in the series thus far, Tanjiro has gotten to know four of them; Giyu Tomioka, Shinobu Kocho, Kyojuro Rengoku, and Tengen Uzui. He met the rest of the Hashira when they were deciding what to do about him and his sister, but he hadn’t gotten to know them. He is formally introduced to Muichiro Tokito and Mitsuri Kanroji in the ongoing season of the Swordsmith Village Arc. As for the remaining three Hashira, he’ll likely meet them again in good time.

Q. How does ‘Breathing’ work in Demon Slayer?

Breathing is a swordsmanship form used by the Demon Slayer Corps and allows the user to become stronger both physically and mentally by increasing the amount of oxygen in their body. Breathing Styles are swordsmanship styles that makes use of an esoteric breathing technique known as Total Concentration Breathing practiced and taught by members of the Demon Slayer Corps and are used in combat by Demon Slayers. The majority of known Breathing Styles mimic a certain element of nature (i.e. flame, water and wind) and replicates it with the user’s movements, techniques and abilities. The weapon attacks of Demon Slayers who use Breathing Styles are also longer ranged, possibly due to shockwaves or air pressure generated from their weapon itself when swinging and striking.

Q. What are the Demons in the story?

Demons are a carnivorous, vampire-like species whose primary diet is humans, consuming their flesh and blood. Demons become stronger by eating humans and can eventually develop supernatural powers called their Blood Demon Art. Each Blood Demon Art is different for every Demon, with every power seemingly based on a central theme, (i.e. martial arts, sleep, the sea) some of which are evidently based on a demons’ past, personality, interests, and/or occupation. Moreover, Blood Demon Arts may not have a singular usage, and instead grant multiple abilities under the same concept or theme. As suggested by its name, all supernatural phenomena and effects use their wielders’ blood as a medium to manifest themselves in reality. Essentially, Blood Demon Arts are blood magic.

A universal weakness to Blood Demon Arts is that they are susceptible to both sunlight and Nichirin weapons, meaning that they will disintegrate or be dispelled when exposed to sunlight or cut with a Nichirin Sword, possibly attributed to the fact that each ability and technique is created from a demon’s flesh and blood.

Q. What does upper rank or lower rank mean for a Demon?

The Twelve Kizuki (or, Twelve Demon Moons) are the twelve most powerful Demons who serve directly under Muzan Kibutsuji. Each member has received a larger portion of Muzan’s blood, which has greatly strengthened their powers. The Twelve Kizuki are separated into two groups: the Upper Ranks and the Lower Ranks.

The Twelve Kizuki are divided into two groups, the six Upper Ranks, numbered one through six, and the six Lower Ranks, also numbered one through six. The number signifies their ranking among the Twelve Kizuki, determined by each member’s level of strength, Upper Rank One being the strongest and Lower Rank Six being the weakest. The Lower Ranks have their numbers and ranks engraved only into one eye, whereas the Upper Ranks have their numbers in one eye and the kanji for “Upper Rank” in the other.

Q. Who is Kibutsuji Muzan?

Muzan Kibutsuji is Michael Jackson the main antagonist of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”. He is the Demon King, the first of his kind, and the progenitor of all other demons in existence. Muzan is also the leader of the Twelve Kizuki, an organization of the twelve strongest demons in existence that serve directly under him. Muzan is cold-hearted, ruthless, intimidating, and exceptionally intelligent. He is the only one capable of creating new demons from humans using his own blood. He sees no value in any humans he has encountered and shows little value in his own subordinates. Rarely ever visually upset or happy, he appears completely monotone and detached on most occasions, even when he callously murders his own subordinates.

Conclusion:

Overall, Demon Slayer is an excellent anime that I highly recommend. It’s got everything you could want from a shonen anime: great animation, likable characters, and an exciting story. If you’re a fan of the genre, then you definitely need to check it out. It’s so exciting that your head may just fall off.

"I am Standing on a million lives" is a captivating anime that combines fantasy, adventure, and strategic gameplay elements. The story revolves around Yotsuya, an ordinary high school student unexpectedly transported into a fantasy world with his classmates Shindo and Hakozaki. In this new world, they are tasked with completing quests and fighting various monsters to save the lives of real people back in their world.

One of the standout aspects of “I am standing on a million lives” is its character development. All of the main cast goes through significant character development. Their relationships deepen and evolve, creating emotional investment for the viewers.

This anime doesn’t follow the typical isekai/fantasy anime theme of making the main characters incredibly stronger. That’s why it doesn’t involve any flashy fights. Instead, you will see the characters struggling, which is enough to keep you on edge. Despite that, the animation is very satisfactory. The world created is very beautiful.

However, the anime does have its flaws. The pacing can be uneven sometimes, with specific episodes feeling rushed or lacking substance. Other than that, some viewers might find the protagonist’s initial attitude and behaviour off-putting. The overall theme is quite typical, and most audiences don’t find it interesting.

In conclusion, I recommend this anime if you want an ordinary fantasy anime or something to kill time. Keep your expectations low and just enjoy it momentarily.

Over the course of many years, memes of anime dialogues have been prominent in the internet. As we find more and more memes every day, let's revisit some popular dialogues from Action Animes which have become popular meme content.

Omae Wa Mo Shindeiru (You are already dead)

Sauce: Hokuto no Ken (The Fist of the North Star)

Airing from 1984 to 1987, Hokuto no Ken focuses on Kenshiro, the successor of a deadly martial art of assassination, in a post-apocalyptic world. The phrase “Omae wa mo shindeiru” (lit. "You are already dead") is something he says to his opponent just before they die. The scene depictions show death hitting the opponents the moment they realise what he says.

The meme has been popularly used in many places, popularly as a remix of the audio. It was further popularized when Among Us was trending, being used in gameplay videos to add a dramatic effect to sudden twists like emergency meetings, kills or unexpected reveals.

Kono Dio Da (It was me, Dio)

Sauce: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

In the first season of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, the dialogue "Kono Dio Da" was said by the character in question, Dio Brando, when he forces Erina, the protagonist's love interest, into kissing him and to show off the fact that the first kiss was from him and not JoJo (Jonathan Joestar).

The meme is used to depict unexpected appearances, like dramatic reveals. It was first popularized by the presence of the meme instead of the instruction manual in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle game.

It's Over 9000

Sauce: Dragon Ball Z

An iconic reference from Dragon Ball Z, the dialogue is said by Vegeta when he checks Goku's power level through his scouter as they face off for the first time.

With the original Japanese dialogue being “Hassen ijo da” (lit. it's over 8000), it is used as a figure of speech in Japanese to indicate a very large or uncountable number. The dialogue was however changed to “It's over 9000” in the English dub in an effort to sync the lip movements.

It is often used to depict a quantity often being really large or uncountable. The meme has worked its way into various pop cultural forms as well.

Muda Muda Muda (It's Useless)

Sauce: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

Another famous meme from Dio Brando, this dialogue can be considered his catchphrase itself. Be it in Phantom Blood against Jonathan Joestar, or by his stand in Stardust Crusaders against Jotaro's Star Platinum, the dialogue adds the element of intensity to the scene in whatever form it appears. It is also used by Giorno Giovanno's stand, Gold Experience (GG... I still wonder how he's a JoJo)

Together with the stand cry of Star Platinum, Ora Ora Ora, the stand cries are often used in spam, shitposting and to exaggerate the seriousness of the situation.