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Religion in Anime – Creepy Crosses, Hard-Hitting Criticism, and So Much More!

Despite the fact that most modern Japanese people aren’t devout practitioners of any particular religion (Buddhism and Shintoism are thought of as more cultural than spiritual, for the most part), plenty of anime use religion or religious symbolism as part of their stories in one way or another. So, let’s take a closer look at several shows that approach the subject in different ways to see what the medium of anime has to say about religion!

5 Anime Beach Scenes that Aren’t All Fun in the Sun - Perfect for Summer 2020!

This summer is shaping up to be a tumultuous time of uprising, fear, economic downturn, and disease – certainly historic and important, but not exactly the lighthearted “fun in the sun” atmosphere we look forward to every year. So, in the spirit of this very unique summer that we’re living in, here are 5 anime beach scenes that aren’t your typical swimsuit fanservice fluff. This is going to get dark... but, aren’t you used to that by now?

5 Surreal Scenes in Psychological Anime

Psychological anime are great at exploring the depths of the human psyche and portraying intricate mind games, but many of them also dip their toes into surrealism. The first time such a mind-bending scene shows up, it can be a wake-up call for viewers as to how strange an anime intends to be going forward. In that spirit, let’s take a look at some of the most bizarre scenes from psychological anime!

Top 5 Controversial Anime Characters

No matter how hard an author or director tries, it’s impossible to make a character who everyone universally likes. Even famed favorites like Goku and Jotaro Kujo have haters for one reason or another, but sometimes, a particular character is so divisive that they split entire fandoms apart and garner a reputation that even people who haven’t seen their show can recognize from a mile away. Today, let’s learn about five of the most controversial anime characters of all time!

Top 10 Supporting Characters in Anime [Updated]

The main heroes and villains of an anime always get the most attention, but spare a thought for the fantastic supporting characters who back them up. Even though they don’t have as much screentime or character development as the leads, supporting characters can make a huge impact on the story with just a few actions.

Today, we’re counting down the Top 10 Supporting Characters in Anime. Their roles may be small, but they’re far from forgettable. Let’s get started!

In What Order Should You Watch Neon Genesis Evangelion? - Part 2

In part 1, we laid out our preferred watch order for the main installments of the Neon Genesis Evangelion franchise. This time, we’ll be taking a closer look at some of the optional content that expands the series’ universe and offers new perspectives on its iconic story. We’ll also explore the production history of the anime and shed some light on why Hideaki Anno chose to structure the series this way. Come join us!