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In What Order Should You Watch Neon Genesis Evangelion? - Part 1

In What Order Should You Watch Neon Genesis Evangelion? - Part 1

Mary Lee Sauder
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Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most popular and influential anime of all time, and for good reason. Its striking animation and storyline that deconstructed traditional shounen anime tropes made it the breakout hit for Hideaki Anno and his studio, Gainax. But, thanks to its famously troubled production and strange directorial decisions, the anime splits off into two separate endings and a number of spinoffs.

So what’s the best way to navigate this media maze to get the optimum viewing experience? What’s necessary to watch and what’s safe to skip? Join us today as we guide you through our recommended watch order for Neon Genesis Evangelion.

Realistic Same-Sex Relationships in Manga

Realistic Same-Sex Relationships in Manga

Mary Lee Sauder
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Gay relationships in manga tend to be shallow and stereotypical, and that’s when they exist at all. Many of them seem to be written by authors with little understanding or empathy for these kinds of couples, so readers who are looking for accurate representations of same-sex love come away disappointed.

But luckily, that’s not always the case! Today, we’ll be exploring several realistic same-sex relationships in manga and how the way they’re written has changed over the years. Wave your pride flag and come join us!

Top 10 Shocking Anime of 2018

Top 10 Shocking Anime of 2018

Mary Lee Sauder
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Most anime choose to take the safe and simple route to success. They choose characters, storylines, and art styles that don’t rock the boat, but have stood the test of time and won’t scare any potential audience members away. But sometimes, an anime takes the more difficult path and goes out of its way to bamboozle its viewers with something they’ve never seen before.

Today, we’re going to explore ten shows from the past year that shocked the anime community in one way or another. Whether the stunts worked in their favor or they ended up crashing and burning into a pile of terrible MAL ratings, these shows certainly made an impression on us. Let’s check out the Top 10 Shocking Anime of 2018!

Top 10 Supporting Characters in Anime of 2018

Top 10 Supporting Characters in Anime of 2018

Mary Lee Sauder
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They may not have as much screentime or recognition as the main heroes, but the best supporting characters in an anime can leave just as big of an impact. Fan-favorite side villains, friends who have their own interesting character arcs, and background characters who rise to prominence in a later season are all worthy of our praise, and they’re who we’re going to be looking at today. Let’s give our full attention to the top 10 supporting characters in anime of 2018!

Anime Timelines: Can You Watch Anime Out of Order or Skip Episodes?

Anime Timelines: Can You Watch Anime Out of Order or Skip Episodes?

Mary Lee Sauder
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So you’ve finally bitten the bullet and decided to jump into that one anime that all of your friends have been begging you to watch. There’s only one problem—where on Earth are you supposed to start?

Shows like the Fate series, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Boogiepop and Others, and Neon Genesis Evangelion can be difficult for new viewers to get into because of their unusual structures. They might have dozens of adaptations with varying relevance and quality, tell their narrative out of chronological order, or start with a tone that doesn’t match what the rest of the series is known for. How are you supposed to know the best way to watch this kind of anime? Well, we’re here for you.

How to Start Drawing Manga

How to Start Drawing Manga

Mary Lee Sauder
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Wouldn’t it be amazing to draw the dynamic characters that you see in your favorite manga? To be able to bring your own ideas to life in a style you’ve loved since you were a child? Well, of course it would be! That’s why drawing manga or manga-inspired art is such a popular hobby, and why there are hundreds of “how to draw manga” books out there to teach you what you need to know.

But when attempting to navigate this sea of tutorials, it’s difficult to separate the books that are genuinely worth your time from those that are just trying to cash in on the latest trend. So we’re here today to steer you in the right direction on your journey to become a master manga artist!

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