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Boruto Two Blue Vortex appears to be following controversial Himawari theory – and fans are split CrunchyrollThe cliffhanger of Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 8 has fans split over a controversial Himawari theory and how it will be executed. In Boruto Two Blue Vortex, the kids have gotten older and the problems are more serious now. Naruto and Hinata are sealed by Kawaki and thought to be dead by everybody. Thanks to Eida’s Omnipotence, everyone thinks Kawaki is Naruto’s real son and Boruto is the one who killed the couple. In the midst of all these, Himawari is one character who got overlooked. But this could change in the future as Chapter 8 hinted at Himawari getting a more significant role in the series. Two new villains, Jura and Hidari came to Konoha in search of Naruto and found Naruto’s bijuu chakra inside Himawari. This plotline has split the fandom in two. One section of fans think this might be Himawari’s chance to shine as she could finally have significant moments and impactful fight scenes. As of yet, she’s only ever been used as a side character or a plot device. But the current storyline can change that by the arrival of Jura. Many believe Himawari may awaken some hidden power. However, another section is doubtful whether Himawari will be given such an opportunity in the manga. According to them, the most plausible scenario is Himawari being kidnapped by Jura and Hidari, and to save her, Boruto and Kawaki will have to team up. Given the track record of the manga, they find Boruto and Kawaki will take away the spotlight once again. “Maybe they’re gonna have a rescue arc with Hima that will result in her saving them all,” one user says on the Boruto subreddit. “Even if she gets kidnapped or something It’s too early to assume she will have that role forever, maybe that’s what will awaken her hidden power on the contrary,” says another. “I’m skeptical. Hima doesn’t have protagonist plot armor protecting her from getting captured and becoming yet another damsel in need of rescue can very easily lead to what I would consider worth dropping the series over,” states a contrasting opinion. If this Himawari theory is true, it will be revealed in Boruto Part 2 Chapter 9 which will be released on April 18, 2024. Check our guide on Naruto filler if you want to go right back to the start.

Boruto Timeskip: What happened to Naruto? CrunchyrollWith the release of the early spoilers for Boruto Timeskip (Blue Vortex), fans understood that something strange had happened to their favorite and most powerful character of the franchise: Naruto Uzumaki. Naruto is a character who is loved by the entire community, and there are zero chances to come across any anime enthusiast who’d say they dislike him. Well, even though in Boruto Timeskip it’s the Hokage’s son who should be in the limelight, fans still wonder what the role of Naruto would be in this story. Moreover, Naruto fans wonder if they will be able to see the seventh Hokage of Konaha in the story of the next generation ever again. What happened to Naruto in Boruto Timeskip? The spoilers for Boruto chapter 81 revealed that Naruto is trapped by Kawaki in a pocket dimension along with his wife, Hinata. The husband-wife duo still look the same because in the pocket dimension, time doesn’t move, so they haven’t aged a bit. In chapter 66 of the manga, Kawaki almost killed Boruto by piercing his chest. While everyone was mourning his death, we saw him coming back to life. Seeing this, Kawaki gets furious, and he decides that he wants to stop Momoshiki, and he cannot do anything to him unless his vessel, i.e., Boruto, is alive. From the very beginning, Kawaki had huge respect for the seventh Hokage as he raised him like his own son Boruto. So, he decides to go and talk to Naruto about everything before doing anything to our beloved protagonist. In chapter 77 of Boruto Part 1, Kawaki expresses his gratitude towards Naruto, but after talking normally for a bit, he starts revealing his intentions. Naruto tries to oppose him, so Kawaki realizes that he must move Naruto out of his way and then proceed with his plans. And that’s when Kawaki uses his Daikokuten to send Hinata and Naruto to a bubble universe where no one can find or harm them. We can expect to see Naruto in the following chapters of Boruto Timeskip, as some characters, such as Himawari, believes that Naruto is alive. Hence, we will definitely see Boruto, Sarada, and Himawari trying to rescue Naruto and Hinata. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto Timeskip: Is Shikamaru the new Hokage? CrunchyrollBoruto Timeskip’s first chapter has received early spoilers, and after witnessing the events, fans are excited to learn if Shikamaru has really replaced our favorite Naruto to become the new Hokage. After four months, we finally got to see upgraded versions of Boruto, Sarada, Kawaki, Shikamaru, and more fan-favorite characters. However, apart from the new character designs, it’s the story and twists that caught the community off guard. In fact, in the spoilers, we got to see several instances that made us wonder how did this even happen. Out of all the events, the most shocking one was when Shikamaru appeared wearing a cloak that is worn by a Hokage. So, let’s find out if he really becomes the 8th Hokage. Is Shikamaru the new Hokage in Boruto Two Blue Vertex? Yes, Shikamaru is indeed operating as the eighth Hokage after Naruto. The spoilers for Chapter 81 of Boruto Two Blue Vortex revealed in its opening moments that Shikamaru has taken over the Hokage’s responsibilities. The series has not yet revealed how did he become the new Hokage, but we can expect to get more details about it in the coming chapters. Shikamaru was always a lazy character, but he was also the smartest of all. Despite that, no one would’ve ever thought of him becoming a successor to Naruto, but here it is. Shikamaru possesses some of the qualities that make him a good Hokage Shikamaru has seen the working methods of three Hokage (including Naruto) in the past, so he knows what it really means to be in this position. He has been an advisor to the smartest leaders, so he already has an idea of what should be done in complex situations. Besides these, during any battle, he stays alert and carefully reads the enemies’ movements – gathering all the important information before participating in the fight. Even though he never scored good grades in school, his intellect makes him stand out when it comes to strategizing things. That was one of the reasons why Naruto had blind faith in him. Moreover, in the present time, Shikamaru’s memory has been rewritten by Eida’s spell, which is not allowing him to see Boruto’s truth. But we are pretty sure whenever Shikamaru comes out of the spell, he will be the one to take Boruto’s stand. Community shares mixed reactions after learning about the new Hokage While several fans are extremely happy seeing Shikamaru sitting in a reputable position, there are several fans who believe that he is not worthy. In fact, one fan has also stated that it “should’ve been Konohamaru.” Here are some interesting Tweets that you can look at: How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto timeskip could generate hype greater than One Piece Gear 5 VJump/CrunchyrollAfter Luffy’s Gear 5 transformation in One Piece, here comes Boruto’s timeskip that fans think will possibly break the internet. So, it’s no wonder the community has already started comparing these with one another. Previously, in Naruto, we had seen a similar timeskip aspect when we were introduced to the world of Naruto Shippuden. While the former came with a young Naruto, we got to meet a mature one in the latter. As Naruto Shippuden brought a darker and more developed storyline, fans expect to see the same growth in Boruto Part 2: Two Blue Vortex. Can Boruto’s timeskip overshadow One Piece Gear 5’s build-up? While we cannot say anything in advance until the first chapter of Boruto part 2 gets released, there are chances that the timeskip arc of Boruto may overshadow the hype of Luffy’s Gear 5. One Piece Gear 5 was one such transformation in the animanga’s history that every fan thought would be an internet breaker. However, the hype that was happening before the release of Gear 5 could not be sustained after its release. It could neither surpass the popularity of Naruto’s Baryon Mode nor it could match the level of Goku’s Ultra Instinct. Coming back to Boruto, the hype it has already created with the character designs of Boruto and Sarada is quite impressive. Given the number of reposts of the tweet showing Boruto’s grown-up avatar made it to VJump’s magazine cover, we can say that Boruto timeskip will probably surpass Gear 5 without any difficulty. For instance, Naruto’s Baryon mode garnered around 1.5 million views in just five hours, whereas Luffy’s Gear 5 got 500,000 hits in around 10 hours. Of course, it’s not fair to compare Luffy’s Gear 5 with Goku’s UI and Naruto’s Baryon Mode, but it’s hard to deny that Gear 5 had a sort of childish theme (even though it landed well with Luffy’s character), compared to dark and aggressive aspects of Baryon Mode and Ultra Instinct. Covering up for One Piece, several fans states that Luffy’s Gear 5 was already revealed in the manga, and due to that, the anime adaptation couldn’t maintain the hype once the episode dropped. But in the case of Boruto Part 2, nothing is known yet except the character designs, and that’s why fans are eagerly waiting for the first chapter of the anticipated sequel. Well, now, let’s wait and see whether Boruto Part 2 will be able to maintain the hype or if it will face the same setbacks as One Piece Gear 5. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto theory suggests Himawari is finally getting a key to her memories ShueishaA new Boruto theory suggests that Himawari may finally get her true memories back after losing them to Eida’s Omnipotence. Boruto Two Blue Vortex starts on a bleak note where everyone’s memories have been replaced with a fake reality. The one behind this is Kawaki, who forced Eida to use her Omnipotence to alter people’s memories. Now, everyone knows him to be Naruto and Hinata’s son, and Boruto was their killer. Even Himawari has forgotten her real brother and what happened three years ago. But this may change soon as she finally has an ally who could be the key to her memories. This Boruto theory suggests that now that Kurama has reincarnated inside Himawari, he’ll tell her the truth. The nine-tailed fox has known the Uzumaki siblings since their births and unlike everyone else, he might not be affected by Omnipotence as he is a tailed beast. As such, he might’ve retained the actual memories of Boruto. Even if he doesn’t know who is behind this, since he’s either been inside Himawari for all these years or hasn’t even existed during that period, he can still let her know Boruto’s true identity. It’s possible that it’ll be the key to her memories. If Himawari remembers her true brother, she may also realize that Boruto hasn’t killed their parents. It’ll also make her doubt Kawaki who has been posing as her brother but has been cold to her for three years. This would make her a potential ally for Sarada and Sumire as the girls know about Boruto too. One Reddit user expressed their hope about Omnipotence not affecting Kurama and wrote, “If this is true, we can expect him to make shocking and truthful revelations to Himawari about Kawaki.” Another commented, “Honestly I have the same hope for Kurama, only time will tell though if it happens. Really I hope Kurama plays a part in decrypting Omnipotence for Himawari, hard to say if he is affected or not, and I think that’s on purpose by Kishimoto.” A third joined, “At one point, people want to believe that this Kurama isn’t affected as he didn’t exist/hasn’t been born at the time Omnipotence took place after sacrificing his life. On the other hand, some people believe that this Kurama had been partially and independently born in Hima the moment Daemon noticed there was something special inside of her.” Whether Kurama has actually been affected by Omnipotence is still a mystery. It hasn’t been long since he’d made his reappearance in Boruto Two Blue Vortex, so there is a lot of uncover in the future. Maybe the upcoming Chapter 11 might answer some of these questions. To learn more about the ninja world, check out our guides on Boruto episodes, Naruto episodes, and Naruto filler as well as our take on how Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 ruins the series’ best moment.

Boruto spoilers tease the next holder of Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra The spoilers of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 8 are out. Looks like we have another great chapter coming up as the spoilers promise many interesting incidents happening in the upcoming chapter. But the biggest one may just be the hint of one character inheriting Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra. Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is the sequel of Boruto and picks up three years after the events of the first part. Naruto and Hinata have been missing for three years and everybody has forgotten about Boruto, knowing Kawaki as the son of the Seventh Hokage instead. The sequel manga is written and illustrated by Mikio Ikemoto with the supervision of Masashi Kishimoto, the mangaka of the original series. Despite initial backlash, Boruto has been steadily making a name for itself. The upcoming chapter will only help its popularity, especially with the hint of one particular character inheriting Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra. New Boruto spoilers tease who inherited Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra There is a lot going on in Chapter 8. At the end of the chapter, when Himawari catches up to Team 10, Hidari confuses her with Naruto and Jura is shocked to notice something odd about her body. Hidari’s confusion and Jura’s shock may mean that Himawari has inherited some of her father’s Bijuu Chakra. It’s quite plausible as we’ve already seen children with some part of their parents’ Chakra unknowingly in their body in this universe. Naruto held on to some Chakra from his parents without knowing and the same could be the case for Himawari. As a child of Naruto and Hinata, she already possesses a great deal of potential and her inheriting Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra makes her even more interesting. The storyline of Jura and Hidari discovering Himawari carrying Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra can also prove to be interesting. It could put her in danger which would, in turn, prompt Boruto in action. Other than this exciting revelation, Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 8 also features some great fight scenes between Kawaki and Jura. Some of Shinju’s powers are also revealed in this chapter. The spoilers report that Sarada recognizes Sasuke in this chapter. Other than that, there are a lot of conversations. Chapter 8 will be released on Wednesday, March 20. The official release of the chapter will make things more clear whether Himawari really inherited Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the Naruto universe, check out our guide on Naruto fillers and another one on Boruto Part 2 release date.

Boruto Season 2 will learn a valuable lesson from Demon Slayer CrunchyrollBoruto Season 2 may end up learning a valuable lesson from Demon Slayer, according to a recent statement by Studio Pierrot’s president. Boruto Season 2 is one of the most anticipated anime out there. However, there have been no details released bar its official confirmation from the studio. Finally, fans have been given a little tidbit about the anime, thanks to a new statement by Studio Pierrot president Michiyuki Honma. In a recent interview, Studio Pierrot’s president discussed how the massive success of Demon Slayer revolutionized the anime industry. He noted that the structure of Demon Slayer as a seasonal anime with fewer episodes, a big budget, and high-quality animation has inspired the studio’s views on how a successful anime can be made. “Before and after Demon Slayer was announced, I really felt that we had to change the way we create things. Furthermore, other studios were releasing high-quality works on a similar scale and in Japan there was an environment where these could be watched on commercial television,” he said. The positive reception to Demon Slayer has shown that fans would rather wait a long time for a season of their beloved anime than get continuous episodes with low quality. Studio Pierrot is known for its long-running anime series, such as Naruto, Naruto Shippuden, Bleach, Boruto, and Black Clover. However, every one of them suffered from having too many filler episodes and are heavily criticized for it. But the studio president admitted that Demon Slayer has been a necessary lesson for them. They shared that the studio experimented by airing Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War in separate seasons and cours. The wildly positive response Bleach got inspired them to follow the trend in the future. Studio Pierrot’s new anime, The Crow Doesn’t Choose Its Master, is following the same pattern. The studio president announced that the future projects of Studio Pierrot as well as the projects on hiatus, will also be released in seasons. That means Boruto Season 2 will not only return but will also be aired as a seasonal anime. This is huge news for the Boruto fandom who have been eagerly waiting for the second season. With fewer Boruto episodes, the quality of the overall anime is expected to be better. And coupled with the events of Boruto Two Blue Vortex, Season 2 is sure to be a treat for fans.

Boruto readers are frustrated by the art in Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 PierrotBoruto Two Blue Vortex is getting a lot of love from readers, but the art in Chapter 10 still has them frustrated and disappointed. Boruto Two Blue Vortex is the newest entry in the Naruto universe. A sequel to 2016’s Boruto: Naruto the Next Generations, this manga is widely beloved by fans and became one of the most-read titles on Shueisha’s Manga Plus app upon release. Though readers are thrilled by the storyline of the manga, they think the art leaves a lot to be desired. Despite being a monthly series, it doesn’t have as many impressive panels or double-spreads to catch the readers’ attention. Instead, many readers find the art in Two Blue Vortex to be “boring”. The action sequences of the manga have been repeatedly criticized for not being dynamic enough. The character designs, on the other hand, received lukewarm response, completely unexpected for a title as big as this. The criticism increased especially after Chapter 10. The newest manga chapter takes an exciting turn as Himawari unleashes her Bijuu powers after Inojin almost dies. However, the illustrations fail to capture what is undoubtedly one of the coolest moments in the series. Readers are blaming Mikio Ikemoto, the artist of the manga, for the subpar art in Boruto Two Blue Vortex. They are also comparing the sequel to Masashi Kishimoto, whose art in Naruto has always been praised by fans and critics alike. This has led to readers comparing the two artists. Many are saying that they want Kishimoto back in the artist’s chair, taking over the project from Ikemoto. However, while Kishimoto is looking over the project as the main author, he’s already made it clear that he isn’t interested in drawing the manga. “Kishimoto’s art style is so much better than Ikemoto’s. Boruto’s art is okay at best,” says one user on X. “I haven’t read Boruto but I swear every panel I’ve seen of it is the manga equivalent of raw chicken,” writes another. “Boruto art looks like a f**king daily manga lmao,” comments a third. Despite the criticism Boruto Two Blue Vortex is getting over its art, the storyline still has readers hooked. That’s even more so after Kurama comes back and readers got a brief round of Boruto vs. Kawaki. The plot will get more intriguing in Chapter 11, which will be released on June 20, 2024. For more on these ninjas, check out our guides on Boruto episodes, Naruto episodes, and Naruto filler. You might also like our take on how Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 ruins the series’ best moment.

Boruto Two Blue Vortex: Release time and where to read ShueishaThe second part of Boruto is back and considered a must-read in the manga community. So, let’s discuss the Boruto Two Blue Vortex release schedule and where to read the manga. Boruto Two Blue Vortex is a direct sequel to 2016’s Boruto: Naruto the Next Generations. Like the original series, the manga’s Part 2 is overseen by Masashi Kishimoto, Naruto’s creator, and illustrated by Mikio Ikemoto. But unlike the first part, the second part doesn’t have Ukyou Kodachi in the writer’s chair, giving Kishimoto more control over the story. Boruto Part 2 picks up three years after the events of Part 1. After Kawaki has Eida change everyone’s memories with her Omniscience, Konoha believes Boruto killed Naruto and Hinata, and Kawaki is their real son. Thanks to this, Boruto is led into hiding and is protecting the village from the shadows. Unlike the controversial first part, Boruto Two Blue Vortex is being praised by readers for its gripping storyline, detailed contribution to world-building, and the growth of the characters. Find out when the manga releases, where to read it, and how many chapters it has. Boruto Two Blue Vortex release schedule Boruto Two Blue Vortex debuted on August 20, 2023, globally. The manga now releases monthly, with 10 chapters released thus far. Every chapter since its debut is released on the 20th of each month. Below, we have listed the release timings for people who wish to catch up with chapters as soon as they are released digitally: 07:00am Pacific Time – 09:00am Central Time – 11:00am Eastern Time – 04:00am British Time – 05:00pm European Time – 08:30pm Indian Standard Time – 11:00pm Philippine Time – 12:30am Australian Time – The upcoming Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 11 will be released on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Where can you read Boruto: Two Blue Vortex? Boruto Two Blue Vortex can be read on Shueisha’s official platforms, Manga Plus and Viz Media as well as Viz’s mobile app Shonen Jump. While the manga can be digitally on the above-mentioned platforms, it’s also released in Shueisha’s V Jump magazine. The second part of Boruto began serialization in V Jump #10 after the first part concluded in April 2023. The storyline of Boruto Two Blue Vortex follows Boruto coming back to Konoha after spending three years hiding. However, the world he left behind and what he comes back to are wildly different. Naruto and Hinata are declared dead to the world while in truth, they are kept unconscious inside the Isshiki Otsutsuki’s pocket dimension. Boruto has been erased from people’s memories who think of him as the Uzumaki couple’s killer and Kawaki as their true son. Even Himawari has also forgotten who her real brother is. Kawaki did all this in his obsessive need to protect Naruto and his loved ones and his paranoia of Boruto’s mind being taken by Momoshiki. As Boruto returns to Konoha in Boruto Part 2, the stones finally begin to shift. There are formidable villains looking for Naruto to get to his Bijuu chakra, with Sasuke already taken care of by them. Now our hero must reunite with those he had to leave behind to save the world. How many chapters are in Boruto Two Blue Vortex? There are 12 chapters in Boruto Two Blue Vortex so far. As the manga only just began, it is in its first story arc: Boruto’s Return Arc. The total number of chapters in this arc is still unknown since it’s presumably only in its first half. However, every chapter in this arc has been very important to the story with significant development and plot twists. What has happened in Boruto Two Blue Vortex so far? Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 1 is titled ‘Boruto’ and it sees Sarada trying to talk to Shikamaru, the Eighth Hokage, about Boruto, hinting she hasn’t completely forgotten Boruto. This is also the chapter where Boruto comes back to Konoha. Chapter 2, called ‘Tree’, shows Boruto fighting his former friends as he’s attacked after coming to the village. The next chapter, ‘Uzuhiko’, is named after Boruto’s new technique Rasengan: Uzuhiko. Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 4 is titled ‘The Awakening’ and it introduces the major antagonists of this arc: Jura, Hidari, and Matsuri. Chapter 5, ‘Target’, finally shows Sasuke and reveals his fate after the time skip. This is followed by Chapter 6, ‘Three Years’ , where the plot thickens with multiple subplots coming together. The next chapter is Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 7 and is called ‘The Whereabouts of the Sun’. The title is a reference to Boruto and Mitsuki’s relationship as the former best friends come face to face in this chapter. Next is Chapter 8, ‘It Doesn’t Matter’, and ends with a thrilling cliffhanger where Jura mistakes Himawari for Naruto. Sarada remembers Boruto’s explanation of what happened to Sasuke and wonders who has arrived. Team 10 and Himawari gather together. The God Trees intercept them, and Jura is perplexed to discover Himawari instead of Naruto. Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9 is extremely crucial. It’s titled ‘Nine-Tails’ and features Kurama come back after his death in the Kawaki Arc in Part 1. This chapter is followed by Chapter 10, ‘Kernal’, which shows Himawari finally unleashing her first Bijuu mode after Inojin is impaled by Jura. The Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 11 follows this storyline and features the Himawari vs Jura fight. Meanwhile, Chapter 12 continues Boruto vs Hidari. The chapter concludes with Jura sniping Boruto with a blast and retrieving the bulb, determining that Boruto must be removed as a threat while Kawaki is preserved for eating. For more manga updates, check out our guides on One Piece Chapter 1126 as well as our breakdowns for Oshi no Ko Chapter 160 and Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 269.

Boruto Part 2 is hinting at a controversial change for Sarada CrunchyrollWith the release of the recent Boruto Part 2 chapter, many fans think that the series may have a certain change for Sarada in the future. However, there are also some who think this is not where Sarada’s character arc is going. Thanks to many differing opinions, the Boruto fandom is split over the controversial change for Sarada. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 8 has recently been released and featured many major characters, including Sarada. The end of the chapter also hinted that Himawari may have inherited Naruto’s Bijuu Chakra. In lieu of this development, a section of fans are theorizing that like Himawari, Sarada may also inherit Sasuke’s Six Paths Chakra. According to this theory, with both Indra and Ashura’s Chakra present in the Six Paths Chakra, she just needs to have a life-threatening and traumatic experience to awaken the Rinnegan. Sarada has the advantage of being the daughter of Sasuke who is a reincarnation of Indra and received special Chakra from Hagoromo during the Fourth Shinobi World War in Naruto. Thanks to her lineage, she can bypass the reincarnation plot to get access to the Rinnegan. In a discussion on Reddit, one fan commented, “It has to be Sarada as she is the only Uchiha in existence now. And possibly the next wielder of the Rinnegan if this and some other theories are true by any chance.” While this is an interesting theory, many Boruto fans disapprove of it, providing logic of their own. A fan pointed out, “I mean Indra was Hagoromo’s son and he didn’t get the Rinnegan and he even was 25% Otsutsuki. Also nobody ever mentioned her chakra being special in any way.” Another fan also didn’t buy this theory about the upcoming change for Sarada in Boruto Part 2 and wrote, “You all love ignoring what Hagoromo said: “No matter how exceptional the parents, there’s no guarantee that one will inherit their abilities”. Stop trying to push this “destined” narrative on Sarada.” Boruto Part 2 is getting more intense than its prequel and major characters are all bound to get power ups. However, if this controversial change for Sarada is what Boruto Part 2 has for her in the future is yet to be seen.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 9 teases old character’s comeback CrunchyrollThe upcoming Boruto Part 2 Chapter 9 teases the comeback of an old character to the story. Boruto Two Vortex will return with its newest Chapter 9 today. The chapter’s spoilers reveal many shocking twists in the story, with some of its biggest moments including Himawari finally unleashing her true powers and Boruto and Kawaki’s tense battle. There is another surprising detail that hints at an old character’s comeback in Boruto. At the beginning of Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9, Boruto and Kashin Koji are seen in an uninhabited location. The panels show some stone snake statues in the background. Similar snake statues were previously seen in Orochimaru’s hideout when Naruto and Sasuke, along with Sarada, Chocho went there in Boruto Part 1. This little detail hints that Orochimaru might return to the story once again. Boruto and Kashin Koji being at Orochimaru’s hideout could also mean that they have been in contact with one another during the three year timeskip. Orochimaru is a man of many surprises and he could very easily aid Boruto during that time. There are many connections between Boruto and Orochimaru that support this theory. Orochimaru was once Sasuke’s master who is Boruto’s master in turn. Boruto is also the best friend of Orochimaru’s son, Mitsuki. Naruto and Orochimaru also have an extensive history, though mostly negative. Another hint that Boruto might be in contact with Orochimaru during the timeskip and the legendary Sannin can make a comeback is in Chapter 8. In that manga chapter, Boruto encounters Mitsuki after three years. Even though Mitsuki has forgotten Boruto, the rogue ninja tells Mitsuki to come find him and he knows where to look. Orochimaru’s comeback in Boruto will be an unexpected but intriguing turn of events. It’ll also be the second-most shocking comeback in Boruto Part 2 so far after Kurama comes back in the same chapter. Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9 will be released on April 18, 2024 at 7am PT. With so much stuff to uncover in the latest chapter, make sure to stay updated with the Naruto and Boruto universe — our take on Boruto vs. Kawaki and the guide on Naruto episodes will help you with that.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 8 hints at an awesome new power with Momoshiki’s Byakugan Studio PierrotThe spoilers and fan translations for Boruto Part 2 Chapter 8 revealed a lot of interesting stuff going on in the new chapter. One particular thing fans picked up is the conversation between Boruto and Shikamaru and how it might be a hint to Boruto’s new power. Boruto Part 2, formally known as Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, is the direct sequel of Boruto and picks up three years after the events of Part 1. The monthly manga, written by Masashi Kishimoto and illustrated by Mikio Ikemoto, came back in 2023 and has been garnering positive response. Part 2 of Boruto places our hero in a completely different situation than he was originally in. He left Konoha and everyone’s memories of him in the village have been altered, now thinking Kawaki as Naruto’s son. With how suspenseful the current storyline is, it’s clear that many revelations will be made soon. One such revelation could be Boruto unlocking a new power with the help of Momoshiki’s Byakugan. In Boruto Part 2 Chapter 8, when Boruto and Shikamaru have a conversation about Jura, Boruto seems to be holding something back. This and how jaded he is make fans wonder if he knows what’s going to happen. It’s possible that Boruto can now see into the future with Momoshiki’s Byakugan. Boruto becoming the vessel of Momoshiki is one of the core storylines of the series. He’s already displayed plenty of abilities he now has access to thanks to Momoshiki. With Momoshiki’s pure Otsutsuki Byakugan and Boruto’s heritage as the son of Naruto and Hinata, it’s possible that he has unlocked the ability to see the future. During Boruto’s conversation with Shikamaru, it’s clear that Boruto is quite knowledgeable about the Divine Tree and his powers. There’s also a moroseness to the young shinobi that has Shikamaru asking if he knows more than he’s letting on. Boruto pointedly doesn’t reply to that. This secrecy, coupled with how much of Boruto’s powers are still unknown, gives more leverage to the theory. Some fans believe that with his new power, Boruto has seen the death of Shikamaru. There are also theories that the reason Boruto left Konoha was because he knew what happened in the future and had to let some things play out like they are supposed to. His knowledge of the new enemies also supports this theory. If Boruto has really unlocked the new power to see into the future, the story is going to get real good real soon. If you’d like to go right back to the start, check out our Naruto filler guide.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 6: Release date & spoilers Viz MediaBoruto Part 2 Chapter 6 is arriving soon – so, here’s its exact release schedule and spoilers for the anticipated chapter. The previous chapter of Boruto Part 2 was an intriguing one, as it featured events from the past. We finally got to see Sasuke and Boruto’s time together after they fled from Konoha. Sasuke is one of the most significant characters of the series and that’s why when the initial chapters of timeskip didn’t bring him into the picture, fans started worrying about his whereabouts. Even though Boruto’s master appeared in the fourth chapter, no one was happy seeing him as he was in a very terrible shape. However, it was disclosed in the fifth chapter that Sasuke became a tree while protecting Boruto and now, it’s time for the latter to save the one who trained him. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 6: Release date and time Boruto Part 2 Chapter 6 will be released on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 7am PST. Below is the time schedule that the fanbase in other regions may follow: 7am PST – 9am CST – 10am EST – 3pm GMT – 4pm Central European Time – 8:30pm IST – 11pm Philippine Time – 1:30am Australian Time (January 19) – Boruto Part 2 Chapter 6 spoilers The chapter opens up with the Elders who want to eliminate Boruto, as they believe he planned to kill Kawaki. Even though Shikamaru tries to convince them, they don’t budge from their words. The Elders want to see Shikamaru take the responsibilities of the 8th Hokage permanently. When Shikamaru realizes them his plan couldn’t make the Elders change their decision, he goes to meet Ino. Shikamaru asks Ino to bring some documents to him but the latter already knows that he plans to bring something with the help of telepathy. Shikamaru says that he wants to talk to Ino but no one should be able to hear the conversation between them. Ino tells him that she cannot violate the rules by fulfilling his demands. However, Shikamaru says that if Ino will not do what he says, he will never talk to her. On the other side, Eida informed Kawaki that Shinju planned to kill Naruto. Before she can tell him that they are also targeting her, Eida realizes that Kawaki doesn’t care about her as he is only concerned for the 7th Hokage’s well-being.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 5 Release date, time and spoilers CrunchyrollBoruto Part 2 Chapter 5 is around the corner, so here, we have discussed the release date and spoilers of the anticipated chapter. The previous chapter of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex initially sees Boruto asking Code to dismantle the Ten-Tails before they cause destruction. Their conversation remains unfinished as some new antagonists arrive at the location to devour Boruto. These new villains are known as the divine trees, and they reveal how their sole instinct makes them suck every living being’s chakra out of their bodies. Besides that, one of the sacred trees reveals that Code has awakened them. Moreover, the fourth chapter of Boruto Part 2 also featured Sasuke at the end. Sadly, he didn’t appear in good shape, and the upcoming chapter indeed comes with the explanations that fans seek. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 5: Release date and time Boruto Part 2 Chapter 5 will be released on Viz Media and Manga Plus on December 20, 2023. Here’s the time schedule that you should follow to track the chapter on the platforms mentioned above: 7:00am PST – 9:00am CST – 10:00am EST – 3:00pm GMT – 4:00pm Central European Time – 8:30pm IST – 11:00pm Philippine Time – 1:30am Australian Time (December 21) – Boruto Part 2 Chapter 5: Spoilers The fifth chapter of Boruto Part 2 begins with a flashback in which we see Boruto asking for feedback from Sasuke about his progress. Sasuke explains that he thinks Boruto has been training well, but the boy asks Sasuke to stop joking. Soon, he realizes that he hasn’t seen Sasuke making jokes previously. Sasuke admits that Boruto is like his father, who stopped him from heading on the wrong path. He then reveals that he doesn’t care about Boruto’s reality as he finally understands why his daughter wanted him to save the boy. Suddenly, Code appears in front of them. Sasuke instructs Boruto to run, but he doesn’t agree to leave his master behind to die. Sasuke says to Boruto, “No one will die till you are here.” After that, we see him getting transformed into a divine tree. Boruto swings his sword, saying, “Leave the rest to me, Master.” Note: These are just spoilers. So, be sure to catch the chapter when it arrives to know the complete story. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4 spoilers tease arrival of new villains Viz MediaBoruto Part 2 Chapter 4 is nearing its official release, and here, we have discussed the early spoilers that have already surfaced online. The previous chapter of Boruto Part 2 was full of surprises and incredible fights. Firstly, we see how potent Boruto has become after three years of hustling. He reveals his new abilities against Code. Later, the chapter also shows the Ten-Tails after the timeskip for the first time. Well, looking at the early leaks of the upcoming chapter, it seems like Code isn’t the only one Boruto has to deal with. And we’re pretty sure you can’t keep calm until we reveal the details of the events that will take place in the upcoming chapter. So, what are we waiting for? Here’s everything we know about the anticipated chapter for the time being. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4 spoilers tease new threats for the protagonist Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 4 is titled “Awakening,” and it sees Kawaki on the cover page. The chapter starts by showing Boruto standing in front of Kawaki. After a few minutes, Boruto uses the Flying Thunder God technique to reach the Ten-Tails location, but before he can reach the place, it disappears. The next panel shows a new entry who stares at Boruto. He is the new enemy Boruto has to fight. Initially, Code thinks it is a bug, but Boruto tells him it’s a god tree/sacred tree. The enemy releases his first attack on Boruto and pushes him towards a wall. The ninja uses a technique to create distance between himself and the god tree – but he fails, as his opponent is way too powerful. Just when the enemy is about to release a final blow on him, he again uses the Flying Thunder God technique to flee from the location. Boruto realizes that a new chakra is around, so as he turns toward the sky, he sees the divine tree again. This time, he has evolved – thanks to Code. The next panel introduces us to two new enemies. Back at the Hokage office, Kawaki and Sarada have gotten engaged in an argument about Boruto. Sarada says that there is no chance she will let Kawaki control Konoha. She also says that he should help and support Boruto to defeat Code. On the other side, Boruto is fighting four new and powerful enemies. One of them uses a lightning technique on Boruto, but he dodges it using his Resengan abilities. However, our beloved hero gets caught by one of the enemies, and when he asks Code for help, he receives nothing. The frog asks Boruto to take action soon and escape. You can check out our other anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4: Release date and time CrunchyrollBoruto Part 2 Chapter 4 is almost here – so, here’s everything you need to know about its release date and time. Boruto has awakened his new ability called Rasengan Uzuhiko, and it’s time for him to beat the crap out of his enemies. In Chapter 3, we see him outmatching Code with his powers, but the leaks of the forthcoming chapter reveal that he is not the only one Boruto has to fight. The new chapter will come with four new enemies with incredible powers and abilities, so it would be really exciting to see how Boruto will tackle all of them. So, when can we grab the digital copy of Boruto time-skip’s upcoming chapter? Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4 release date and time Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4 will be released on Manga Plus and Viz Media on Monday, November 20, 2023. Due to the time differences in different territories, the release time may vary. So, here, we have provided a time schedule that will help you track the chapter as soon as it is released in your region. 7:00am PST – 9:00am CST – 10:00am EST – 3:00pm GMT – 4:00pm Central European Time – 8:30pm IST – 11:00pm Philippine Time – 1:30am Australian Time (November 21) – What happened in the previous chapter of Boruto Part 2? The chapter begins with showing Boruto and Code fighting each other. The former flaunts his new ability, Rasengan Uzuhiko, but Code initially thinks it to be the vanishing technique. So, he tries to pummel Boruto with several blows, but soon, he realizes that this time, it would be challenging for him to get the opponent. However, Code isn’t in the mood to give up, so he decides to land a big attack on him, but he can’t give even a small damage to the enemy. When Boruto used his new technique against him, he fell to the ground. Boruto asks him about the Ten-Tails’ whereabouts, but Code completely ignores him. Later, when Code plans to escape, we see Kawaki’s arrival at the location. He tries hard to stop him, but Code somehow runs away. Boruto reveals that he has placed a Toad in his pocket, so if he goes to Ten-Tails, its location will be exposed. You can check out our other anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 4 has fans worried for Sasuke Viz MediaBoruto: Two Blue Vortex arrived with its fourth chapter and its conclusion has fans worried for Sasuke. Here we have discussed the reason for their concern. Boruto Part 1 concluded in April 2023, and after a gap of three months, the manga returned in August 2023 with the second part. However, this time, we meet a Boruto who has lost his innocence and is much stronger than before. Of course, he had suffered a lot ever since Kawaki and Eida’s collaborative efforts made everyone in Konoha believe that he killed Naruto, his own father. Well, Boruto Timeskip has also introduced us to the grown-up Sarada, Kawaki, and Code, along with several other characters who played a pivotal role in the first part. However, there was one character who wasn’t even mentioned in the first three chapters, and that was Sasuke. Every fan was eagerly waiting for Sasuke’s entry, and he finally arrived in the fourth chapter, but not as we expected. Even though Boruto’s mentor was present in the recent chapter, no one was exactly happy seeing him. Boruto Timeskip Chapter 4 finally features Sasuke Boruto Timeskip Chapter 4 kicked off where the story left off in the previous chapter. Boruto stands in front of Code and asks him to eliminate Ten-Tails before they cause chaos for humankind. However, Code ignores him because he thinks that they can’t be a threat to anyone. After that, we see Boruto talking to the Toad hiding in his jacket — Kawaki believes Boruto has gone mad as he is talking to himself. Later in the chapter, a new villain emerges that looks like a bug, but Boruto reveals that it is the divine tree. Boruto and the tree have an intense fight until Code shows up. He asks the divine tree to help him defeat Code. After that, we see four new enemies attacking both Boruto and Code. These entities reveal that they are self-aware divine trees, and they’re following their urge to devour Boruto. Code analyzes the situation and decides to escape instead of helping Boruto. The Toad also asks Boruto to flee if he wants to survive the whole ordeal. After that, we see Koji asking Boruto to get a hold of his powers or else he’ll end up destroying the planet. Finally, Boruto asks Sasuke if he’ll have to wait a little longer, and that’s when we see an unconscious Sasuke trapped in the tree’s branches. It’s unlikely that Sasuke is dead, but he’s certainly not in a good position. That being said, Sasuke is a fan-favorite character, and everyone in the fandom is worried about him, especially after seeing him in such a helpless situation. It’s still unknown what exactly happened to Sasuke and how he got trapped in a tree, but hopefully, we’ll get some clarification in the upcoming chapter. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Boruto Part 2 Chapter 3 Release date and time Viz MediaBoruto Part 2 Chapter 3 will be released in a couple of hours, and here you can find an exact release schedule for the chapter. Boruto Part 2 has given us only two chapters and has already earned the top 5 position on the most-read section of Manga Plus. Looking at the ranking, it’s hard to question the Manga’s popularity. Things changed for Boruto two years ago in the Manga, as the ones who always supported him became the ones who hated him and wanted him to die. However, two months back, when the Manga returned with Two Blue Vortex, we met a different Boruto in a different avatar. He has become more skilled, and we are yet to see his true potential. In the previous chapter, Boruto confronted Code about the Ten Tail’s location, and the next chapter for the upcoming chapter will continue that conflict. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 3: Release date and time Boruto Part 2 Chapter 3 will be released on Thursday, October 19, 2023, on digital platforms such as Viz Media and Manga Plus. The following time schedule will help you keep an eye on the chapter in your region: 8:00am PDT – 10:00am CDT – 11:00am Eastern Time – 4:00am British Time – 5:00pm European Time – 8:30pm IST – 11:00pm Philippine Time – 12:30am Australian Time – What happened previously in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex? Code is surprised to see Boruto, and he regrets why he did not attack Konoha earlier. Boruto asks him to control his monsters, or he will kill him. Code takes it as a bluff and ridicules him for running two years ago. Boruto asks him to do as he says otherwise; this time, he will lose more than his left eye. Code starts laughing at him instead of taking him seriously. Boruto asks Sharada to protect every civilian as he will be focussing on Code. Shikadia uses his shadow paralysis ability on three monsters, buying time for Akimichi to attack. As another minion from Code’s clan emerges from behind, Inojin and Himawari show up to handle it. Kawaki is seen approaching the monster, asking Himawari and Inojin to let him tackle it. As Himawari is about to fall from the bird, Inojin catches her at the time. After a long fierce battle between the good and the evil, Boruto finally reveals his new ability. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Boruto fans divided after Chapter 8 translation error fuels Mitsuki theory CrunchyrollA small translation error in Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 8 is fueling an old Mitsuki theory. The error has the fandom of the series split in two, with fans debating over what the original implication of the dialogue was. Boruto Part 2 came back last year in August and has been going pretty strong. The sequel manga is getting a lot more positive response than its predecessor. It is currently the most viewed manga on Manga Plus, surpassing popular titles such as One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Chainsaw Man. The latest chapter of the manga, Boruto Part 2 Chapter 8, showed some very promising developments that have fans wanting for more. The chapter also fueled several fan theories, including Boruto being able to see into the future, Himawari inheriting Naruto’s Bijuu chakra, and Sarada potentially unlocking the Rinnegan. There’s another fan theory joining the collection, thanks to a translation error in the official English translation of the chapter. This is a Mitsuki theory that concerns his feelings for Boruto. In the English translation of the chapter, there is a scene with Eida, Daimon, and Mitsuki talking about Kawaki. Mitsuki tells Eida that before being affected with her power, he never understood the emotion of love. He further questions his loyalty and “love” for Kawaki, comparing himself with Eida who’s also in love with him. The official English translation of Mitsuki’s words says, “I don’t know why I love Kawaki.” This dialogue led to fans speculating over Mitsuki’s feelings about Kawaki and in turn, Boruto. Thanks to Eida’s technique, the roles of Boruto and Kawaki are exchanged in everyone’s memories. Thus, whatever feelings a person held for Boruto transferred to Kawaki instead. However, the translation of the dialogue was incorrect, as many fans found out eventually. The dialogue’s translations in other languages all showed that what Mitsuki said to Eida was “Why do you like Kawaki? I don’t understand.” The difference between the two translations completely changes the implication of the statement. And this has caused an extensive debate between two sections of fans, one believing Mitsuki has romantic feelings for Boruto while the other saying his feelings are only platonic. “It’s not romantic love,” one fan commented on X. Another fan also pointed out that Boruto and Mitsuki share brotherly love, saying, “Y’all don’t love your brothers?” But many fans think that Mitsuki loves Boruto romantically, despite the mistranslation. A fan jokingly commented on this saying, “Like it wasn’t obvious.” Hopefully, the bond between Boruto and Mitsuki will be made clear further in the story.

Boruto fans think they’ve figured out who’s in the Two Blue Vortex Studio PierrotThe title of the Boruto sequel manga has been the subject of much speculation but fans finally seem to have figured out who the titular ‘Two Blue Vortex’ are. Boruto Two Blue Vortex follows the lives of the eponymous protagonist and his friends and enemies three years after the events of Part 1. While the first part of the manga focused primarily on Boruto and his classmates as well as the newcomer Kawaki, the sequel manga is finally giving the youngest Uzumaki the opportunity to shine. In Boruto Two Blue Vortex, Himawari is getting her due recognition as she plays a key role in the current arc. As the God Tree incarnates Jura and Hidari come to Konoha to look for Naruto, they find Himawari instead as Kurama revives inside of the girl. Kurama’s return is a surprising turn of events for both the characters and readers as it goes back on the series’ best moment. However, the tailed beast explains that Himawari may not have inherited Kurama’s chakra from birth, but as someone who carries both Uzumaki and Hyuga blood, it is her destiny. Something very similar to this also has been said to Himawari’s brother, Boruto. Like Himawari, Boruto is also a vessel of an otherworldly being, namely Momoshiki Otsutsuki. In Boruto Part 1, Momoshiki tells Boruto that he can see Boruto’s fate with his Byakugan. Both siblings are descendants of the Uzumaki and the Hyuga family, and now they both are vessels of two very powerful beings. Judging the Kurama and Momoshiki’s statements, it appears that they also have their destinies decided. This makes fans think Boruto and Himawari are the titular ‘Two Blue Vortex’. This will not be the first time fate will play a huge role in the story. The strong bond between Naruto and Sasuke was also predestined as the newest reincarnations of Ashura and Indra Otsutsuki. Like Naruto and Sasuke played the key role in Naruto, fans think the Uzumaki siblings will play the central role in Boruto Two Blue Vortex, making the siblings the titular vortexes. Another clue to Himawari being the other vortex in the title is the spiral and the word ‘rasen’, which means ‘spiral’, found on the manga cover featuring her. Pointing to this, one fan on X wrote, “At this point I wouldn’t be surprised if Himawari turns out to be the second blue vortex after all (blue = her & Boruto’s eyes and vortex = Uzu).” Another joined in, commenting, “If this is true, well then it’s clear why, Momoshiki could be hinting that he would lose everything for those blue eyes. In fact, Hima will become the target not only of Jura, but most likely Momoshiki too. To make Boruto suffer even more, I see this outcome.” A third simply commented, “Two Blue Vortex = Boruto and Himawari.” Whether Himawari really is the other ‘blue vortex’ is unclear, but it’s certain that she’ll play an important role in the story from now on. Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 has already teased her power-up as she unleashed Kurama’s power, promising an intense fight in the next chapter. For more on Boruto and Naruto, check out our guides on Boruto episodes, Naruto episodes, and Naruto fillers, and find out if Inojin dies in the manga.

Boruto fans have one wish for when the anime returns Studio PierrotBoruto fans wish for one change in the protagonist when the anime returns to adapt the sequel manga. Despite the initial backlash, Boruto has amassed quite a big fan following throughout the years. This is especially true after the manga returned with a sequel – Boruto Two Blue Vortex – which picks up the story after a three-year-long time skip. While the titular protagonist was a bratty pre-teen in the manga’s first part and the anime, he’s changed a lot in the sequel. Boruto is no longer acting out to get his father’s attention. Instead, he’s giving his all to protect the village in Naruto’s absence. His personality has gotten a lot more serious, more like Sasuke. He’s also become edgier and more calm and collected. So, fans think his old voice will not match him in the anime at all. Boruto is voiced by Yuuko Sanpei in the anime. The female voice actor is known for voicing male characters, including Jujutsu Kaisen’s Ui Ui and Captain Tsubasa Season 2’s titular protagonist. However, fans think Boruto needs a deeper voice when the anime returns. Not just deeper, it should also have the sullen seriousness that the protagonist carries. And they even have a perfect voice actor in mind. Many viewers have picked Yuki Kaji to voice Boruto in the sequel anime. The famed performer is known for voicing popular characters, including My Hero Academia’s Shoto, Haikyuu!!’s Kenma, Seven Deadly Sins’ Meliodas, not to mention Attack on Titan’s Eren Yeager. “Literally he would be perfect with Eren’s VA,” commented one user on X/Twitter. Another added, “So true. I’ll love it if they choose Eren’s VA.” “It would be cool if they choose Jigen’s VA,” suggested a third, referring to Kenjiro Tsuda. However, many pointed out that it’d be an overkill, given Tsuda’s voice is too mature for a teenager. “Nah, we need the same VA with some deep voice acting. That’s how most anime do things,” was what another user had to say. There’s no information revealed about the next Boruto anime yet. However, fans are hopeful for it since it’s a profitable franchise for the studio and Boruto Two Blue Vortex is already one of the most-read manga on Shueisha’s Manga Plus. For more on the ninja world, find out if Himawari is the new jinchuriki and how Kurama comes back. You can also check out Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 12 spoilers.

Boruto fans have one major problem with the manga CrunchyrollDespite its initial criticism, the Boruto manga is getting its fair share of praise now. However, Boruto fans think there is one major problem with it. Boruto is the sequel of Masashi Kishimoto’s masterpiece, Naruto, and follows the adventures of the next generation. The manga is written by Ukyou Kodachi while the art is by Mikio Ikemoto with Kishimoto overseeing the project. However, for Boruto Part 2, officially titled Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Kishimoto finally took over the story of the manga. Boruto initially disappointed readers and was heavily criticized. But the manga improved with time and won over its fans. However, they think the art style of the manga, particularly for the fight scenes, do not do justice to the story. Being a shounen manga, there are a lot of fights in Boruto and some of them are well-hyped. But fans believe that the art style of the fighting scenes diminish the levity of those battles. When comparing the fighting scenes of Boruto with Naruto, the differences become prominent. Some even think that the fights in Naruto Gaiden are better drawn than any of the fights in Boruto. Fans think the main problem with Boruto’s fighting scenes is that there isn’t enough damage done in fights even when the characters are promised to be incredibly strong. Fighting choreography is another thing that the manga struggles with. Commenting on this issue, one fan writes on Reddit, “All we really have are statements from the writer about how strong these characters are with them barely doing any damage.” Another fan says, “I think it’s a pretty well known fact that his art is pretty mediocre compared to Kishi.” One replies to this with, “Kishi art is god. Ikemoto’s art is bad, but I like his designs, though. Also I agree with OP. Notice how every Ikemoto fight has a generic flying kick?” For a shounen manga, fighting scenes are one of the biggest selling points. It’s yet to be seen if the fighting scenes improve in the upcoming Boruto Part 2 Chapter 9, which will be released on April 18, 2024.

Major Boruto character “should have died”, but Kishimoto was forced to change direction ShueishaBoruto Two Blue Vortex author Masashi Kishimoto wanted to kill a major character but refrained after fellow author and artist Mikio Ikemoto’s request. To promote the return of the Boruto movie in theaters, Kishimoto and Ikemoto sat down for a brief interview. During the session, they answered previously collected questions from fans, revealing many interesting details about the characters. Aside from speaking about his regret over Sakura and the secret behind Sarada’s jacket, Kishimoto also shared his initial plan to kill a major character in Boruto Two Blue Vortex. The author said: “There is another important character that should have died, but Ikemoto said to keep ‘him’ alive.” He further added, “It would be a major spoiler if I spat it out.” So, we don’t know who had a death sentence on their head before Ikemoto made Kishimoto change his mind. It could be Sasuke, who’s in a sorry state right now but still alive. Maybe it’s Inojin, as he faced a near-death experience in Chapter 10, but ultimately survived. Besides this mystery “important character”, Kishimoto also wanted to kill Code, but didn’t proceed with it. Speaking about this, he revealed, “I believe that Code should’ve died in one of the fights he had, but I and Ikemoto will move forward on what to plan for him.” This suggests that Code may have a major role further down the story. Maybe he’ll die after he’s done his part, as that was Kishimoto’s original plan for him. As of now, he’s been surpassed by both Boruto and the Shinju in power. Boruto fans are also weighing in on this reveal. One wrote on X, “If we don’t have Ikemoto, I don’t think we will have at least 5 characters for Boruto in the climax. Kishimoto is literally going to become a soul reaper.” “Thank God Ike was there or else Kishi would have been known as the most heartless author,” joined someone else. “That means they probably have something VERY BIG planned for him in the future, something that can change the story perhaps?” suggested another user about Code. “Ikemoto say ‘we better give them development first before killing ’em’,” commented one fan. Kishimoto and Ikemoto will give a full interview on August 25, which means we’ll learn more intriguing details about the manga’s plot and the creators’ writing processes. For now, find out if Himawari is the new jinchuriki and how Kurama comes back from death. You can also check out our guide to Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 14.

Boruto chapter 81 spoilers tease first look at adult Kawaki CrunchyrollThe Boruto manga is debuting digitally with Part 2, titled Two Blue Vortex, on August 20, 2023, and here, we present to you the early spoilers released by the reputed leakers on social media. Boruto has been trending on Twitter since last week – all because it’s coming back with a new chapter after a four-month break. Besides that, a new era will be introduced in the manga, and that’s why fans can’t hold on to their curiosity. The manga’s first part gave us a cliffhanger climax – we see Boruto, along with Sasuke fleeing from Konoha. Since then, every fan has been waiting to learn what went with Boruto all these years. Hopefully, we will get our answers in the following chapters soon. Boruto chapter 81: Two Blue Vortex spoilers show Kawaki, Sumire & Mitsuki after timeskip Boruto chapter 81 opens up with a colored page featuring Boruto’s new design, and the first page of the chapter also sees the upgraded version of Sarada, who, of course, looks adorable as always. However, she looks unhappy, which obviously makes her fans a little worried. The next panel sees Shikamaru, who is wearing a Hokage cape. He is concerned for Sarada as she is continuously trying to convince him that Boruto hasn’t done anything and he is innocent. Well, she hasn’t changed a bit since four years ago when she convinced her dad to help Boruto, and now she is trying to convince the Konoha people. Years ago, Kawaki was the one who captured Naruto and Hinata and put all the blame on Boruto by swapping identities with him. The next panel shows the devil entering the place where he has kept Boruto’s father and Hinata. They still look the same, as they have been imprisoned in a realm where time doesn’t move (it sounds like the prison realm where JJK’s Gojo was sealed). Sumire’s timeskip avatar will also make an appearance in the upcoming chapter. Daemon and Eida’s appearances are still the same. Sarada and Sumire ask Eida to do something so that Boruto and Kawaki can change places again. However, Eida confirms that nothing can be done and instead asks how Sumire and Sarada are not affected by her spell. Grown-up Mitsuki still has a hatred for Boruto, so Kawaki assures him that whenever Boruto tries to enter the village, he will be killed immediately. The next panel takes us to a place where we see Himawari training with Choco. Himawari says that Boruto can’t kill anyone, and her gut feeling says that Naruto can’t be dead. In the next moment, we see Code, along with his minions, attacking Konoha. Even though Sarada smashes so many of them, they keep coming back. Code then appears in front of Sarada, who isn’t afraid of seeing him. Just when Code tries to force her to shout for help, Boruto arrives and ridicules him for his creepy personality. Kawaki gets to know about Boruto’s arrival, and he immediately arrives at his location to confront him. So, it looks like the creators aren’t wasting any time and are straight away teasing another battle between Kawaki and Boruto. Chapter 81 of Boruto will be a lengthy one, but we assure you it will give you chills with so many intriguing angles. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia Chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | Boruto timeskip | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Boruto and Kawaki’s tense battle teased in Chapter 9 spoilers CrunchyrollBoruto Part 2 Chapter 9 spoilers tease Boruto and Kawaki’s upcoming tense battle. The spoilers of Boruto Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9 are finally out, and they give readers a glimpse of the upcoming battle between Boruto and Kawaki. With Boruto returning to Konoha and Kawaki determined to get rid of him, it was only a matter of time before the two clashed. In Chapter 9 spoilers, Boruto returns to Konoha after learning that new enemies have invaded the village. Kawaki, on the other hand, had an encounter with the said enemies. In Chapter 8, he stood up against Jura and Hidari, only to be effortlessly defeated by Jura. Boruto Part 2 Chapter 9 has Kawaki waking up as Boruto returns to the village. This leads to the two “brothers” finally coming face-to-face with each other. There is a tense conversation between them before Kawaki starts attacking. Boruto seemingly dodges Kawaki’s chakra rods and later punches him on the stomach and pushes him away when the latter attacks him with Big Hand. Without wasting any more time, Kawaki activates the first version of the karma. And this time, so does Boruto. However, before things get too ugly, Boruto’s karma neutralizes Kawaki’s and he leaves. The brief encounter between the two makes it clear that Boruto is currently stronger than Kawaki. It’s true that Kawaki has incredible potential and in the future, he’ll demonstrate some crazy powers. But so far, Boruto has shown more development than him, both in power and character. Boruto and Kawaki’s battle is the most anticipated event of Boruto Two Blue Vortex and their dynamic is the core of the manga. Chapter 9 gives readers a peek at what to come next and what to expect the next time these two main characters clash. If you’re a fan of Boruto, find out what happened to Naruto and whether Shikamaru is the new Hokage after the timeskip.

Blue Lock: The Movie stars explain why it’s the ideal anime movie for the UEFA Euro 2024 CrunchyrollThe timing couldn’t be better for Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi. Besides arriving during a boom in sports-related anime, the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament is in full swing, so audiences are already football-obsessed. The new movie provides an entry point and fresh perspective on the beloved sports anime. Instead of Yoichi Isagi, we’re following the eponymous Seishirō Nagi, another hot shot in the Blue Lock programme vying for his chance on the international stage. His journey into the hardcore training regime, offering a slot on Japan’s under-20s squad, is markedly different from Isagi’s. Not a footie fan at all to start, it’s only when enthusiastic rich kid Reo Mikage notices some fancy footwork and coerces him does he even humor the idea. Blue Lock: The Movie creates another football icon Episode Nagi, then, covers his descent into soccer obsession, as well as the pair’s tricky relationship, since only one of them is getting that coveted prize. It’s all to play for, and stars Bryson Baugus and Kamen Casey loved every second of getting to expand their roles. “I was thrilled that we got more Reo Mikage. Selfishly, as an actor, I was just excited to be front and center – we’re kind of off the bench,” Casey, who voices Mikage, explains to Dexerto. “I’m super happy to be here.You’re telling me, ‘Oh, man, we get to star in this thing. Whoa, whoa, then this show must be blowing up!’” Although Nagi is the anime movie’s namesake, Mikage brings the excitement, at least in the first half. Bored by his upper class life of privilege, the competitive, unpredictable nature of football gives him something to strive for and be excited about. Mikage and Nagi complete each other The term “golden retriever energy” was used in the booth to describe Mikage’s vibe, as apt a description as any, and it completely contrasts Nagi, who’s soft spoken and resists physical effort at every turn. He’s frequently underestimated, even though Nagi’s more perceptive than most. “What [English dub director] Jonathan Rigg helped me keep in mind, is that Nagi isn’t quite so whiny throughout the entire thing, it’s more he’s got this curiosity,” Baugus, who portrays Nagi, says. “He’s alienated from the rest of the world around him. He’s kind of aimless, but he’s also kind of like this ghost, roaming through the halls, curious about the humans around him and everything, like seeing what makes people tick.” The pair have a fun, flighty dynamic that makes them tricky opponents, as their fellow Blue Lock hopefuls learn. The film covers the entire first season, but focussing on their trials, offering old viewers greater understanding of the roster, and newer ones a jumping on point. Episode Nagi gave the cast a second chance Certain scenes were re-recorded, and both Baugus and Casey welcomed the chance to do more takes, emboldened by a feeling of “recontextualizing” the show so far. “Getting some lines back from the first season, now having more insight in the character, and now even wanting to protect the character and understanding them more, I was really thrilled to be able to take a couple new cracks at it,” Casey states. “I really wish I had had that opportunity to go back and really incorporate more of Nagi’s quirks and characteristics into the earlier scenes with him. This movie was just like the perfect opportunity to be able to do that,” Baugus adds. Unlike a lot of typical anime heroes, such as Blue Lock’s regular hero Isagi, or Tanjiro from Demon Slayer or Deku from My Hero Academia, Nagi doesn’t think he needs to grow much at the start. To be fair, he’s a cut above most on the pitch, but part of the sports movie is him learning he has to train and improve if he wants to win every time. Blue Lock shows talent won’t win everything “[Nagi’s] an example of the person that’s just effortlessly good at something, but showcasing that it can get you far,” Baugus states. “You have to start putting in your own efforts and starting to find your own reasons for enjoying it.” Without spoiling anything, once Nagi starts doing that, he and Mikage aren’t quite so tight any more. There’s a moment anyone who’s read Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura’s manga will know (Episode Nagi is an ongoing spin-off of Blue Lock, starting in 2022), but even if you’re savvy, the execution hits like a punch to the gut. “What I related to is [Nagi’s] need to have his own dream. Having that, and it’s going to happen this way, and the stubbornness we can have about trying to make that happen,” Casey muses on a particularly heavy scene. “Then when Nagi breaks free from Reo’s idea of what the dream looks like, it completely folds them.” An anime betrayal for the ages Casey gushes about getting to perform that twist, calling it “beautiful writing” and “a dream come true”. It’s the kind of scene where everyone flourishes; Taku Kishimoto’s screenplay adapts the material perfectly, Jonathan Rigg understood what was needed in the dub, and Casey then finds the emotional nuance. Always in Nagi’s corner – as he should be – Baugus points out what happens isn’t out of malice, but “curiosity” and a desire to have a more personal presence. However you read it, Nagi and Mikage have kicked off a rivalry that should permeate Blue Lock Season 2 and wherever the franchise goes after. In league with Haikyuu!! and Slam Dunk, Blue Lock further pushes our collective understanding of Shonen anime by pushing away from constant fights into intense team competition. The stakes are still there, they just aren’t so literally life and death, as are the theatrics. “[Blue Lock is] dog eat dog. This isn’t holding hands and going through the finish line together. There can only be one,” Casey explains. They’ve done such a good job of doing the research on sports and how they were pulling quotes. You think of Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, like all these people, they don’t have counterparts. So how do you become that? How do you become that freaking great? What is it going to take?” Sports anime are evolving Shonen ideas Baugus adds that the ensemble casts bring a sense of energy similar to some of the major combat-oriented franchises. “If any fans have had any hesitation about watching a sports show, and they love stuff like Jujutsu Kaisen or Dragon Ball, or any of the standard Shonen battle manga, they’ll find it in the more team-focused shows like Haikyuu!!,” he says. “It is a team of protagonists versus a team of antagonists, and the stakes are presented in such a heightened way that it feels just as hype as Goku versus Vegeta.” Or England vs France or Germany vs Spain, or any of the other matches in the UEFA Euro 2024. Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi keenly looks at the kind of drive that gets players into those championships, one of an elite club who get to represent their country around the world. I ask who Baugus and Casey support, and they’re united in backing the USA, but second would be Japan. Could Blue Lock inspire the next striker for either country? They could really disrupt the expected order of things. “10 years from now, Blue Lock will hopefully inspire enough American and Japanese players that we’ll see a finals with them two against each other,” Baugus says. In the meantime, we have the film, and that’s plenty. Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi is in cinemas now. You can read our breakdown of the Blue Lock: The Movie ending if you want to go deeper on what’s next, and we have an upcoming anime list for other releases to keep up with.

Blue Lock: The Movie ending and post-credits scenes explained What better way to relieve the wait between seasons than a fully-fledged film? Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi takes the football anime to the big screen, and this is everything that goes down in the conclusion. One of the biggest sports anime going, Blue Lock has had a meteoric rise over the course of one season. The anime show, about players locked into a strict football camp with the opportunity to represent Japan on the line, translates Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura perfectly, capturing all the intensity and drama. For Episode Nagi, the perspective changes from Yoichi Isagi to Seishirō Nagi, another prodigy who has a very different approach to the sport. The story largely goes back over the first season, running through various rivalries across the remaining players. (You can check out our Blue Lock: The Movie review for what we think.) The final scenes tease what’s coming next for the franchise, so here’s a full breakdown of Blue Lock: The Movie’s closing moments. (Warning: spoilers ahead, of course.) Blue Lock: The Movie ending explained Blue Lock: The Movie ends with Nagi and the other recruits finding out the programme has changed. Instead of facing each other for an opportunity to represent Japan, the Blue Lock footballers now get to face the Japanese national under-20s for a chance to replace the entire side. So, 11 players from Blue Lock against Japan’s existing side. If Nagi, Isagi, and the other hopefuls lose, the entire training camp is shut down, and so does their opportunity to be among the best of the best. It’s the same conclusion as the first season, but now we understand more of the dynamics at play. Nagi has betrayed Mikage, and Tsurugi is more than ready to continue proving everyone wrong. Alas, we switch back to Isagi’s perpsective in Season 2, but the eliminations are going to be even harder to watch. Does Blue Lock: The Movie have a post-credits scene? Blue Lock: the Movie has two post-credits scenes, so wait through all the credits before leaving. One occurs midway through, another arrives right at the end. Blue Lock: the Movie post-credits scenes explained In the first Blue Lock: The Movie post-credits scene, The Blue Lock XI are preparing for their big match against Japan’s under-20s squad. There’s a timejump of 50 days, and Ego, the coordinator of the camp, is giving them a pep talk. Mikage, stuck on the bench, offers some words of encouragement to Nagi before he walks out of the players tunnel, ready for the game that will define his career. Then, we get a tease for Season 2. The second post-credits scene tells us the match has gone into extra time, and Mikage looks on, worried. Two other players, Yukimiya Kenyu, Karasu Tabito, Otoya Eita, and Kurona Ranze, show up behind him, suggesting that when the time is right, Mikage should make a move against Nagi. Mikage echoes their sentiment, making it clear he’s not out of Blue Lock yet, so still has a chance. Then, the film ends properly. Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi is in cinemas now. Check out our upcoming anime list and guides to Tower of God Season 2 and Oshi no Ko Season 2 for releases you should keep your eye on.

Blue Lock Season 2: Release date, trailer, and everything else we know CrunchyrollThe players are having a rest after a blistering first half, but the time for Blue Lock Season 2 approaches, and we’ve got all the details. Blue Lock set a clear bar for sports anime in 2022, infusing football with Shonen sensibilities to incredible results. Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura’s manga instantly positioned itself as one of the best anime going – especially for any latent footie fans among the audiences for Demon Slayer or One Piece. The first season did so well, we got more than Season 2 with the film Episode Nagi (You can read our Blue Lock: The Movie review here). Now that the spin-off is out of the way, we can get back to Yoichi’s story. So when does everyone get back up off the bench? What is the Blue Lock Season 2 release date? Blue Lock Season 2 starts on Saturday, October 5, 2024. The first season kicked off in October 2022, so the show is maintaining a similar schedule two years later. Season 2 was confirmed in early 2023, as the first ended. In fact, Yoichi Isagi’s journey to becoming the best striker in Japanese history got off to such a strong start, we got a movie based on the spin-off as well: Episode Nagi, in summer 2024. What manga chapters are being adapted? Blue Lock Season 2 should cover chapters 95-151, finishing the Third Selection Arc and moving onto the U-20 Arc. The first season actually started the Third Selection Arc, but only got a few chapters in, ending on Chapter 94, when Ego announces the match against Japan’s U-20s squad. The remainder of the arc shows all the Blue Lock players trying to be selected for the 11 positions needed to go against the national team. The U-20 Arc depicts the match itself, where Yoichi, Nagi, and their squad face the toughest opposition imaginable in a winner-takes-all game to determine who’ll represent Japan going forward. U-20 is the second-last arc, and one of the most action-packed in terms of genuine football. In other words, lots of awesome sequences of attempts on goal and other maneuvers. Blue Lock manga arcs in order: Introduction Arc (Chapters 1-4, Season 1) – First Selection Arc (Chapter 5-38, Season 1) – Second Selection Arc (Chapters 39-86, Season 1) – Third Selection Arc (Chapters 87-108, Seasons 1 and 2) – U-20 Arc (Chapters 109-151, Season 2) – Neo Egoist League Arc (Chapters 152-268) – Blue Lock Season 2 trailer The Blue Lock Season 2 trailer arrived in July 2024, during Anime Expo. There isn’t any actual footage of the players on the pitch, instead we get one-liners from many of them based on a poster, goading each other about playing together and the match ahead. The trailer reiterates the release window of October 2024, as we’d already gotten the exact premiere date beforehand. Should you watch Episode Nagi first? You don’t need to watch Episode Nagi before watching Blue Lock Season 2, but it’d help. The spin-off retells the first season from Seishirō Nagi and Reo Mikage’s perspectives, showing their partnership and giving us more context for many of the hopefuls in the Blue Lock programme. Since Episode Nagi is ultimately a spin-off and the actual protagonist is Yoichi, you won’t be missing anything by leaving out the film. There will very likely be references you mightn’t get, though, so if you want the fullest experience, make sure to give the movie a watch. How many episodes are in Blue Lock Season 2? Blue Lock Season 2 will have 14 episodes. A clear step down from the 24 episodes of the first season, the change makes a lot of sense considering there’s been a movie and the material being adapted. Episode Nagi would’ve taken considerable resource from Eight Bit to produce. The U-20 Arc stretches 42 chapters, and adding in the remaining chapters from the Third Selection Arc, that’ll make for a shorter but still jam-packed season that leaves the last arc for Season 3 (should we get that far). That’s all the information we have on Blue Lock Season 2. Have a look at our guides to Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 and Solo Leveling Season 2 for more top-scoring franchises due to return.

Blue Lock: The Movie review – Episode Nagi isn’t quite a big game player In an era of huge sports anime, Blue Lock seems primed for greatness. After just one season, the show jumps to the big screen, though it’s not the finest performance of the year. For Blue Lock: The Movie, the perspective switches from footy hopeful, Yoichi Isagi, to one of his rivals, Seishirō Nagi. They’re both locked into the Blue Lock program, a highly competitive training camp designed to create the ultimate striker for Japan’s national team. The sports anime’s first season had Isagi push through several rounds of the regime, surviving elimination at every turn. Episode Nagi is largely the same, but from Nagi’s point-of-view, revealing some of what motivates the other players in the hefty tournament. Episode Nagi has the right players It’s a novel idea on paper – and works well as a spin-off manga by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura – yet the concept leaves something to be desired as a feature film given wide release. Taken as an anime movie of two halves, both falter in different ways. Focusing on Nagi makes a retread of the plot so far feel less like an outright recap, creating a good jumping-on point for anyone just looking for a decent sports movie. A reluctant hero, to say the least, Nagi gets roped into football by Reo Mikage, an ambitious, pampered fellow student. Reo catches Nagi doing some fancy footwork and coerces him into joining the school’s soccer team. A laissez-faire video game fan, Nagi abhors pretty much anything that isn’t playing on his phone. Only during the actual Blue Lock challenges does he start to understand why people enjoy kicking a ball around, and Reo’s affectionate partnership. Blue Lock is exploring the whole bench The pair have a charming dynamic, Mikage loud and bubbly compared to Nagi’s completely deadpan delivery. Laughs are garnered through Nagi’s flat expression towards everything going on, balanced by Mikage’s excitable nature. Some hilarity comes from the other Blue Lock competitors. One is a slightly clueless hotshot who gets simple phrases and tasks wrong but soon teaches everyone not to underestimate him. They all contribute to Blue Lock’s breakneck depiction of football, where special moves are executed like fighting games. Auras surround players as they take big shots, causing the ball to whizz from one end of the field to another. Blue Lock is in a different class Ted Lasso got many things about the beautiful game right, but the show’s footwork has nothing on the Shonen sensibilities of Blue Lock. Through each round, Nagi and Mikage grow closer, but only one can win the opportunity to represent Japan, and to make matters worse, everyone who loses is banned from ever competing on a national level. Episode Nagi contains some tears regarding that gauntlet, and I’m not sure it does the franchise many favors overall. Nagi isn’t the actual main character, creating potential confusion for anyone who feels invigorated to check out Season 2. I think the film might have arrived a little too early. Episode Nagi didn’t start until we were over 150 chapters into Blue Lock already. I understand the desire to keep the timeline somewhat chronological, but now it seems like there are two heroes when really there’s just one in Isagi. Blue Lock: The Movie review score – 3/5 It’s a shame, because the screenplay by Taku Kishimoto is on point, quotable, and emotional, and Blue Lock: The Movie showcases some of Eight Bit’s finest work to date, captained by director Shunsuke Ishikawa. There’s a lot to like, and the timing is helped by opening during the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. But, watching it feels like seeing an awesome mid-season match of club football, only to be informed afterward why the result isn’t great for either side. Soccer is at its most thrilling when uncomplicated, and Blue Lock’s feature-length showing just doesn’t hold that to heart. Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi is in theatres on June 28, 2024. Check out our new movies and upcoming anime lists for more releases to keep an eye out for.

Blue Lock movie gets release window and first trailer CrunchyrollThe much-awaited Blue Lock anime movie, titled Episode Nagi, has got its first teaser trailer and a release window. After Haikyu’s success, Blue Lock became another sports-centered anime to blow viewers’ minds. It became so popular that its manga also started to see growth in its sales. In fact, by June 2023, the Blue Lock manga surpassed the numbers of some of the legendary manga series, including Jujutsu Kaisen and One Piece. In short, it became one of the best-selling manga series of all time. It’s no doubt that Season 1 of the sports-themed anime series became a super-duper hit among the community. So, it’s no wonder that the studio didn’t take long to announce the second season. However, along with the announcement of Season 2, fans across the globe were overjoyed to hear the news of the first-ever movie set in the universe. When will the Blue Lock movie get released? Blue Lock Nagi Movie will get released sometime in Spring 2024. However, the confirmed release date is yet to be revealed. The title of the film, Episode Nagi, confirms it will focus majorly on the gifted football player Nagi as he starts his new journey with the Blue Lock. In the anime’s first season, we saw Yorichi Isagi as the main character, but now things will revolve around Nagi as he struggles to prove himself as a potent football player in the academy. Shunsuke Ishikawa will be seen reprising his directorial duties at 8bit, with Muneyuki Kaneshiro showcasing his supervision skills. As the studio that animated the first season will produce the film, fans don’t have to worry about any massive changes in the animation quality (which is obviously good news). The 30-second teaser doesn’t reveal much, but it does give us a good look at the primary character, Nagi, flaunting his grey hair. If you want to take a look at the animation quality and the main characters of the film, here’s the official trailer: How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia Chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | Boruto timeskip | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Blue Lock could get more spin-offs after Episode Nagi CrunchyrollEpisode Nagi takes Blue Lock to the big screen, adapting the namesake spin-off manga, and we could get other similar stories in the future. Episode Nagi is an anime movie that recontextualizes the first season of Blue Lock from Nagi’s perspective. We follow him through the early trials instead of Yoichi Isagi, learning about different players and why they want the opportunity to play for Japan. (You can read our Blue Lock: The Movie review for more.) As fans around the world get to see the sports movie, we spoke to manga editor Moe Tsuchiya and film producer Ryoya Arisawa about what it might mean for future plans at Anime Expo 2024. To put it simply, nothing’s off the table for Blue Lock. “In the original works, Nagi was in one volume of the manga, and the movie was a spin-off based on the manga,” Moe tells Dexerto. “So, it would be interesting to see if they could do something similar, since there are so many characters and stories to portray.” Ryoya enjoys the prospect of doing more within the sports anime. “Blue Lock has so much charm that it can make any character into a main character. I’d like to try a lot of things, but I’m not sure if I can make it happen,” he states. The producer adds that, like many things in filmmaking, it depends on the numbers. He wants to see how Episode Nagi does at the box office. So far, Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi has earned just over $11 million in theatrical earnings. That doesn’t compete with the likes of Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle or The First Slam Dunk, but those are much more established franchises, so the expectations would be different. It’s hard to know what constitutes a success or failure these days, so we just have to wait and see what happens. In the meantime, have a look at our guides to Solo Leveling Season 2, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3.

Blue Lock fans all make the same joke about Season 2 poster CrunchyrollBlue Lock recently confirmed Season 2 with a key visual but fans are unimpressed, mocking the poster and consistently making similar jokes about it. The long anticipated Blue Lock Season 2 will be making its debut in October as a part of the Fall 2024 lineup. The studio, Eight Bit, confirmed the renewal of the sports anime with a key visual featuring the protagonist, Yoichi Isagi, and another major character, Rin Itoshi. While we know that the second season will be released in October, the release date is yet to be announced. Eight Bit also haven’t revealed the number of episodes for the new season. While the anticipation for Blue Lock Season 2 is high and fans are eagerly waiting for it, the poster failed to impress them. In the image, Yoichi and Rin are designed to be shrouded in two different colors of aura. However, the colors the makers chose for them are neither visually appealing nor do they convey the competitive vibe the second season will have. The poster has both of them shrouded in different shades of green, missing the mark to highlight the contrast between the characters. The choice of green is also questionable, given how it is portrayed in pop culture. Fans are quite disappointed over the key visual and taking the opportunity to mock it. One user on X joked about it, saying, “They could’ve picked a different color aura lmao, smelly boy.” Another made fun of both the poster and the anime and wrote, “This poster proves Blue Lock stinks.” A third joins the joke with a single question, “Y’all sure that’s aura?” Blue Lock Season 2 will pick up where last season left off, continuing with the Third Selection Arc of the manga. After that it will go on to adapt the next arc, the U-20 Arc. Since the number of episodes of Season 2 is still unknown, it can’t be said whether the season will adapt the arc completely or not. However, more information will be revealed soon. For more on Blue Lock, check out 10 anime to watch like Blue Lock. If you’re a fan of sports anime, you may like to know about the new Haikyu movie and the Haikyu movie global release dates.

Blue Lock: Episode Nagi release date finally confirmed CrunchyrollBlue Lock: Episode Nagi has finally announced its release date in Japan with a brand-new poster. Following the successful run of Blue Lock Season 1, the anime was renewed for a new season, and a movie based on a spin-off manga was also announced at the same time. The first season of Blue Lock kicked off by showing Japan’s biggest defeat in soccer, and that’s why the Japan Football Association hired Ego Kenpachi. He comes up with a brilliant idea to help Japan regain its stardom. Well, the season focused primarily on the main protagonist, Yoichi Isagi, and now, it’s time for another character from the Blue Lock universe to get his share of the limelight. The Blue Lock: Episode Nagi movie will cover the events of the spin-off manga featuring Seishiro Nagi, who joined the Blue Lock project as one of the members of Team V. No one noticed his potential until the U-20 match. Blue Lock: Episode Nagi gets an official release date Blue Lock: Episode Nagi will be released in Japan on April 19, 2024. Its streaming release has yet to be announced, so international fandoms have to wait longer to watch the anticipated anime film. However, it’s expected to drop on Crunchyroll later in the year. Along with the Japanese release date, the movie received a brand new key visual featuring the main protagonist, Nagi. Besides that, the poster also includes Yoichi Isagi, Kunigami, Reo, Chigiri, Zantetsu Tsurugi, and Bachira. Well, these will be the characters playing pivotal roles in the film. The spin-off manga, Episode Nagi, came out of the brilliant mind of Muneyuki Kaneshiro and was published in Bessatsu Shonen Magazine for the first time on June 9, 2022. The manga focuses on Nagi’s past life, which no one knows about. The story of the spin-off series states Nagi is a second-year high school student who does not find excitement in anything. He loves to spend his days like a sloth, but then he comes across Reo, who helps him realize his talent, i.e., playing soccer. The trailer of Blue Lock: Episode Nagi also shows how Reo stands by Nagi’s side and takes him out of his shell. The film will make us see things from Nagi’s perspective, so we shall be prepared to witness events that have never been seen before in the Blue Lock universe. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Blue Lock Chapter 253 Release date and time ComiXologyIsagi to face difficulties in tackling the Paris X Gen players- here’s the release information of Blue Lock Chapter 253. In the previous chapter, Isagi tried using his metavision abilities to predict the game of his opponents but sadly his attempts failed. Charles and Sudou teamed up to defeat Isagi’s team and they somehow managed to earn the goal and beat the opponents. Moreover, the chapter was full of some surprising actions that no fan saw coming. That’s why everyone looks forward to the upcoming chapter as it will continue the unfinished events of the previous installment. With no verified spoilers of the upcoming chapter at the time of writing this article, we cannot assume what challenges will Isagi face to get the game in his favor. However, we can at least let you know when can you be able to read the chapter on digital mediums. Blue Lock Chapter 253: Release date and time Blue Lock Chapter 253 will be released on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. You shall follow the below time schedule to track the chapter in your region: 7:00am PST – 9:00am CST – 10:00am EST – 3:00pm Greenwich Mean Time – 4:00pm Central European Time – 8:30pm IST – 11:00pm Philippine Time – Blue Lock Chapter 252 Recap The chapter was titled ‘Best Performance’ and it saw Isagi praising Hiori as he stopped Rin from making the goal. He also realized that each player on his team was doing their best to win the game, so he believed that this was going to be the best match he had participated in ever. Suddenly Karasu snatched the ball from Hiori. Before Hiori and Isagi could make another move, Karasu passed the ball to Charles. Isagi assumed that Charles would pass the ball to Rin but shockingly the ball was for Shidou. Charles kicked the ball and it flew directly to Shidou. Shidou and Charles didn’t plan anything beforehand, it was just the blend of their skillsets that helped them earn the master goal. The upcoming chapter might show Isagi to read the room and find out what efforts should be made to defeat the opponents.

Blue Lock Chapter 252 Release date and time CrunchyrollBlue Lock is all set to bring us the much-awaited Chapter 252, and here’s all you need to know about its release schedule. The latest manga chapters have made it rough for Rin, especially in the previous chapter that saw Isagi and Kaiser teaming up against Rin. Fortunately, Rin outsmarted the duo and defeated them with Nanase’s help. However, this isn’t the end of Rin’s problems, as after his victory against Isagi and Kaiser, Rin found another opponent standing in front of him. This time, it’s Hiori who blocked Rin’s shot, and now, everyone is eager to see what events will unfold in the upcoming chapter. Rin is one of the top players in the Blue Lock universe, but there are several talented players who are more than skilled to dethrone the king. So, it’s obvious that the fandom is eager to see if Hiori can do some damage to Rin’s pride. Blue Lock Chapter 252 release date and time Chapter 252 of Blue Lock is scheduled to be released worldwide on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. The chapter will be available to read at 12 am JST (Japan time), so the release date for the international fans would be February 20 because of the time difference. Regardless, to avoid any confusion, here’s the regional schedule for the upcoming chapter: 7 am PST, February 20 – 9 am CST, February 20 – 10 am EST, February 20 – 3 pm GMT, February 20 – 12:30 am ACST, February 21 – Blue Lock Chapter 252: What to Expect? Hiori has surprised everyone by blocking Rin’s shot, but we all know that he can’t defeat the opponent alone. So, it’s obvious that Hiori will team up with someone in the upcoming chapter. Of course, we won’t know who he’ll be teaming up with until the chapter officially drops, but we can expect the other player to be Yoichi Isagi, the man we all want to see winning. If Hiori actually teams up with Isagi against Paris X Gen, it’ll surely be a sight to behold. However, Hiori and Isagi won’t certainly win against the X Gen this easily. There are chances that other players from the team will step against Hiori to take the ball away.

Blue Lock chapter 229: Release date, time & spoilers Kodansha weekly jump magazineThe Blue Lock manga is coming after one week with chapter 229, and here, we have all the details about its release date, time, and early spoilers. In the previous chapter, even though Ichigo strategized to prevent Barou from making a goal, he failed in his motives. Barou successfully earned a goal without passing the ball to any player of his team. Along with Ichigo, Michael Kaiser was also trying to stop Barou, but despite their thousands of attempts, they couldn’t stop him from reaching the goal. Well, now, as everyone was amazed to see how smartly Barou played and tied the game at the end of the previous chapter, every fan is curiously waiting to see what happens next. Blue Lock chapter 229: Release date and time Blue Lock chapter 229 will be released on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, on Kodansha’s weekly magazine app in the US. Fans residing in other parts of the World can enjoy reading it on other digital platforms such as Reader Store and Apple iBooks. Well, if you are concerned regarding the timings of the chapter in your region, you can rely on us and follow the below schedule: 7:00am PDT – 9:00am CDT – 10:00am EDT – 3:00pm BST – 4:00pm European Time – 7:30pm Indian Time – 10:00pm Philippine Time – Blue Lock chapter 229 spoilers reveal Snuffy’s past Blue Lock chapter 229 is titled Underdog. After the terrific goal by Barou, Snuffy was left surprised. The next panel then takes us to Snuffy, who enters an apartment only to find his old partner Mick’s lifeless body. He then remembers the time when Mick told him that he was the best who was chosen by God. Snuffy also remembers the time when they were chosen as a combo by their coach. Initially, the duo insulted each other for their appearances. However, they soon realized their worth when they actually earned several goals during their first match. Snuffy and Mick continued dominating every match together, ending up dreaming of becoming the best soccer players. The next panel then shows the downfall of Snuffy and Mick, as they were not able to perform well last season. Seeing the situation, Snuffy suggested that they could start over from the very beginning by playing with low-ranked teams. Mick criticized him by saying that they are the best and they should always aim to play with the big teams. Snuffy explains how fast the football World keeps changing. He also says that newcomers are coming to the world of soccer and becoming stars overnight, and vice versa has happened to them. Mick humiliates him and says that he will be the same and will not give up on his dream so easily. The chapter then concludes by bringing us back to the present, where we see Snuffy hugging his dead friend and crying. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: 10 anime characters who can defeat the mighty Saitama | My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | One Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter If you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Hidden gem anime movie with perfect Rotten Tomatoes score just dropped on Netflix NetflixNetflix has just made the first additions for September 2024, and among them is an anime movie that shouldn’t be missed. Blue Giant came out in 2023 to little fanfare. Being non-franchise related and coming from lesser-known filmmakers, the jazz-themed anime movie received only a limited release in October of that year across America and Britain. A pity, because it’s an excellent film, and if you’re one of the many who didn’t see it then, now you have the perfect chance. Blue Giant is on Netflix as of September 1, 2024 for subscribers in the US. The story focuses on Dai Miyamoto, a high-schooler who becomes obsessed with learning saxophone after hearing some jazz. He eventually moves to Tokyo to pursue his musical career, and even though early performances don’t go well, he becomes increasingly determined. Blue Giant is based on the manga by Shinichi Ishizuka, which is now in its fourth installment covering Dai’s life and evolution in the music trade. NUT handled the film adaptation, directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa. It’s a high profile production for NUT, whose only previous feature was Saga of Tanya the Evil: The Movie from 2019. Yuzuru has considerable acumen in the industry, directing Death Parade, Mob Psycho 100 and many more. They definitely did something right on Blue Giant, since it managed to score 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and now American residents can find out why with a standard Netflix subscription. The platform’s selection of anime has become formidable in recent years, thanks to additions like this and further investment in the industry. Netflix has The One Piece, an anime reboot of Eiichiro Oda’s manga, on the way, and several exclusives, such as Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and Terminator Zero. Now, Blue Giant makes a strong selection all the better. Keep our upcoming anime guide handy for other releases you should know about.

Blue Eye Samurai Season 2: Everything we know NetflixBlue Eye Samurai fans can not wait for another season after it received glowing reviews from Netflix viewers. Here’s everything we know, including the release date, cast, and plot details for Season 2. Netflix unleashed a constant wave of anime hits in 2023, as they continued to grow and push the boundaries of their original animated releases. From adaptions of iconic American films, such as Scott Pilgrim, or bringing classic Japanese manga to life with Pluto, the streaming platform’s new anime productions have proved massively popular. Blue Eye Samurai was no different, which soon achieved a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and has become beloved by viewers. This included legendary storyteller Hideo Kojima himself, who repeatedly applauded the show and claimed it was the best anime of the year. It was created by Michael Green, who wrote the scripts for Blade Runner 2049 and Logan, together with his wife Amber Noizumi. Blue Eye Samurai introduced itself to Netflix viewers with eight episodes in Season 1, which depicted a mixed-race master sword master on their violent quest for revenge. Blue Eye Samurai’s popularity has left fans eager for more, so here’s everything we know about Blue Eye Samurai Season 2. Will there be a Blue Eye Samurai Season 2? In December 2023, just a month after the first season’s release, Netflix confirmed that Blue Eye Samurai was renewed for Season 2. They stated: “Mizu’s (Maya Erskine) quest for vengeance is far from over. The hero of Blue Eye Samurai will continue to seek — and swiftly deliver — justice in Season 2.” The news comes as little surprise considering the high praise the series received, but one concern is if the show will get more seasons to play out the full narrative that Season 1 set up. With the first season focusing on just one of the three men the protagonist is hunting down, the show might need another few seasons beyond this to wrap things up. And it appears that’s exactly what the creators have in mind. In speaking with Screen Rant in time for the show’s debut, Amber Noizumi and Michael Green detailed their plans for the future. Claiming “Season 2 has an approved outline,” the power couple teased the story they have in mind could span “at least three, four seasons.” Not only that, but they also have an eye on a potential spinoff involving Ringo as the lead character. Is there a Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 release date? As of December 2023, Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 has no official release date. While Netflix has confirmed that it will be coming back, the show’s first season dropped three years after it initially announced it was in production, so it could be at least a year or more before we even see a trailer. In an August 2024 update, Executive Producer and writer Amber Noizumi confirmed work is well underway in speaking with Comicbook. Director Jane Wu teased that work is currently in progress on the very first episode of Season 2. Director Michael Green then added “We’re excited how it’s coming along. It’s going great. “We have the best team you could ask for working, applying all their talent and experience into doing the impossible again. And more of the impossible, and celebrating what we got good at and trying some really new crazy things too.” Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 cast: Who will be in it? Although nothing is confirmed, with how the story left of it is safe to assume that the following cast members are all set to return for Season 2: Maya Erskine as Mizu – Kenneth Branagh as Abijah Fowler – Masi Oka as Ringo – Darren Barnet as Taigen – Brenda Song as Princess Akemi – Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa as The Swordmaker – Stephanie Hsu as Ise – Ming-Na Wen as Madame Kaji – Harry Shum Jr. as Takayoshi – Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 plot: What will it be about? According to Jane Wu, the anime’s director and producer, she shared more details on the sequel in an interview with Variety. Wu has alluded to that the Season will carry on with a focus surrounding London: “Story-wise, I can’t clearly say what we’re expecting in Season 2, because I don’t have the script in hand, but I do think we will probably explore London and how much of London is really depending on the budget and the schedule.” The plot certainly is far from finished, with many potential avenues to explore in future seasons, as it was left fairly open at the end of Season 1. With it looking like Mizu is heading to London after sparing main antagonist Abijah Fowler, she looks instead to hunt down the other traffickers Skeffington and Routey, as we’re sure Fowler and Mizu will soon cross each other’s paths again.

Sorry, 2023’s best Netflix show probably isn’t returning any time soon NetflixIt’s been revealed that one of Netflix’s best original shows of 2023 won’t be returning to our screens soon, with another two years to go before we see more episodes. Heavily influenced by the best anime, Blue Eye Samurai gradually accrued a strong viewership upon premiering in 2023 thanks to stunning animation and strong writing. Taking place during 17th century Japan, it follows the titular female samurai on her quest for revenge against men who abused her in childhood. The TV show was created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green, and all eight episodes were directed by Jane Wu. It sounds like Wu will be returning, as she commented on the timeline for when we’ll see the quasi-anime show back on the platform. “We’re in panic mode right now because we still have a schedule and we still have a budget, and we’re trying to get all that to talk to each other,” she told Collider. “We’re in the beginnings of production and getting it started, and everything else is in the planning stages.” According to her, the “fondest hope” is we see Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 in 2026, adding everyone would like to get it out “as soon as possible”. Great animation takes time, and ultimately the process has to come first so no corners are cut. The first season had the benefit of being curve-ball, an original production that just slipped onto our dashes one day amid incredibly strong reviews. Blue Eye Samurai then grew in the exact right way, through people talking about how good it is. In an age where shows are cancelled regularly by streaming services, we should be glad we’re getting more at all. Have a look at our list of upcoming anime for what to look forward to in the interim – Dandadan and Lazarus are particularly worth keeping an eye on.

Blue Eye Samurai creators tease Netflix show’s future NetflixFollowing the conclusion of Blue Eye Samurai Season 1, Netflix’s animated show was renewed for a second season – but the showrunners already have much more in store. Blue Eye Samurai arrived with eight spectacular episodes on Netflix in November 2023. While not technically an anime, as a French animation studio created it, fans still consider Blue Eye Samurai an anime as its style is similar to other Japanese animated shows and movies. Its gorgeous animation and astounding revenge-based narrative amazed the anime community, with Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin heaping praise on the series. We see a girl named Mizu who doesn’t get to live a normal childhood because she was abandoned by her father. As well as hating her dad, she grew up spending her days disguised as a boy, and she’s always seen wearing a pair of yellow-tinted glasses to hide the true color of her eyes. Blue Eye Samurai creators have plans for Seasons 2, 3 & 4 Blue Eye Samurai comes from the minds of a husband-wife duo, Amber Noizumi and Michael Green. In an interview with CBR, they revealed their daughter became a source of inspiration for the couple, as she was also born with blue eyes. The creators were asked about their plans for the rest of the series. “We have a lot of stories in our hearts, that we’re just waiting to make. We are not working on a Season 2. We’re waiting for Season 1 to premiere, and see how successful it’s going to be. We need everybody to watch it, starting November 3rd, and then there will be a Season 2,” Noizumi said. Michael Green added: “It is plotted out. Season 2 has an approved outline. In our heart of hearts, we want to tell at least three, four seasons. We know the end of this story. We would love to continue. We know the spin-off.” Blue Eye Samurai has been one of the most liked animated series that was released on Netflix in 2023. Not only this, but the series continuously sat among the top 10 shows on the platform for several weeks. In just two weeks after its official release, Blue Eye Samurai successfully earned more than four million viewers. So, its future is already looking bright. You can find out more about Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 here and check out the rest of our anime coverage here.

Blue Exorcist Season 3: Episode 3 Release date and time Studio VOLNBlue Exorcist Season 3 Episode 3 is expected to come with several twists and turns- so here’s the release information. Blue Exorcist has been an excellent anime since the very beginning, but the manga readers were curiously awaiting the screen adaptation of Shimane Illuminati Arc. Now, when it’s finally here, everyone is going bonkers over it. That’s because it’s the arc that involves answers to several tricky questions. Previously, we see the True Order Cross organization’s head instructing every member to handle the demons on their own. The episode also gave us a glimpse of a flashback that revealed the truth about Mephisto. With so many intriguing elements, the second episode provoked every fan to stay hooked on it but when things started getting more spicy, the episode bid us goodbye with a cliffhanger ending. Blue Exorcist S3: Episode 3 Release date and time Blue Exorcist Season 3 Episode 3 will be released on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at 12:00am JST for Japanese viewers. The majority of International regions will get the episode a day before its Japanese release. Here’s the release schedule that will help you track the episode: 10:00am PST – 12:00pm CST – 1:00pm EST – 6:00pm GMT – 7:00pm Central European Time – 11:30pm IST – Blue Exorcist Season 3 Episode 2: Recap Yukio Okumura gets the responsibility to come up with a detailed report on what happened when he met Saburota Todo. The leader asks every member to handle demons and learn everything about them. After some time, we get a glimpse of Yukio and Mephisto in a flashback featuring the relationship they share. Yukio was familiar that Mephisto knew about his origin but he was also disappointed that the latter chose not to confront him. Later, the episode takes us to the organization’s cram school where Rin and his friends are assigned a new mission. Izumo and Sheimi get the responsibility to take positions on the frontline. The duo had a bad experience working together on a previous mission. Meanwhile, the other ones continue their search for demons in an abandoned place in Russia. That’s when they encounter the expansion of the Gehenna gate.

Blue Exorcist is officially on hiatus – here’s when the manga returns CrunchyrollAfter some uncertainty, Blue Exorcist has officially been put on hiatus due to the creator’s recovery from an unspecified illness. Debuting in 2009, Blue Exorcist has long been a hugely popular Shonen series. Centered on the literal son of Satan, Rin Okumura, the manga tells of his gradual ascent in exorcism, to eventually take down the dark lord, who wants to rise again. So far, we’ve had three seasons of a hit anime show based on the property, and Kazue Kato’s manga continues going strong on a monthly basis. She’s taking a break at the minute though, due to some health issues. Kazue shared the news on X/Twitter, stating that she’s been getting treatment for an unspecified illness that required surgery. Progress has gone well, thankfully, but she needs some time post-operation to get fully back on her feet. For some time she’d managed to balance Blue Exorcist with hospital appointments and medical care, but now she needs a genuine period of relaxation. The manga, which has been absent from Shonen Jump magazine since August, comes back November 4, 2024. Like any story that’s been running for a number of years, Blue Exorcist has taken breaks here and there. Those have gotten more noticeable in recent years, suggesting perhaps Kazue has been dealing with the condition for a little while. Whatever the case, it seems they’re on the road to a full recovery now. This is actually perfect timing, because Season 4 premieres in October, following Season 3’s climax in March of this year. Since the third season covered the Shimane Illuminate Arc, we’re now firmly heading into the Exorcist Exam Arc. One of the best upcoming anime of the fall and winter lineups, Blue Exorcist is having a big year – long may it continue once Kazue is rested up and fully back on her feet.

New Netflix anime finally makes long-awaited change for the platform NetflixNetflix has a new anime coming out, and it brings a change in release plan subscribers have been clamoring for. Blue Box is an upcoming anime about an elite high school badminton club, where the protagonist Taiki develops a crush on a girl from the basketball team. Eventually they hit it off, and the sports anime melds romance and competition for their slightly tumultuous relationship. The anime show arrives on the service starting Thursday, October 3, 2024, and episodes will become available on a weekly basis thereafter. This is in contrast to Netflix’s usual model of dumping an entire season all at once. Fans are already keen with the different pace. “Weekly finally,” says one response on X/Twitter. “Weekly releases we are so here,” another adds. Netflix has been gradually employing the weekly model more and more in recent years, but usually the choice comes as a result of sharing distribution. The Great British Baking Show was weekly, and My Hero Academia and Oshi no Ko are both weekly, and they’re all licensed TV shows, not bespoke productions. Blue Box is also licensed, but Netflix is the exclusive streaming home, and more importantly, this will be simulcast, similar to what Crunchyroll often offers. Typically, Netflix either puts out entire seasons at once, or splits things up into two parts, such as what happened with Stranger Things Season 4. This has become increasingly frustrating, because it compels viewers to binge-watch rather than savor a new release. If you’ve any other responsibilities in your life, it’s hard to find that kind of time on a whim. Besides those issues on a user-level, Netflix itself has suffered because shows just aren’t in the zeitgeist as long. Going weekly prevents that, and Blue Box will be a fascinating experiment on how well Netflix does with gradually building a fanbase rather than hoping for one big splurge. Time will tell! Check out our guides on The One Piece and Dandadan for other major properties coming to the platform.

Blue Box anime gets first key visual & impressive character designs CrunchyrollSince being serialized in Shonen Jump magazine, the Blue Box manga has undoubtedly become a reputed series. Well, that’s why it has received an anime adaptation so soon. Coming from the brilliant mind of Kouji Miura, the series kicked off in Shonen Jump Magazine in 2020. However, since its serialization began, it has successfully accumulated a decent fanbase. Earlier, there was a rumor that the sports and romance-centered series was getting an anime adaptation as a fake domain emerged online. Now that it is officially announced, fans can’t help their excitement. Moreover, adding to the anticipation, Blue Box is gearing up to get the stage at the Jump Festa 24 on December 16, 2023. The event will allow you to meet the anime adaptation’s star cast for the first time. Blue Box’s first key visual features the female lead Blue Box is the story of a skilled badminton player, Taiki, and a basketball player, Chinatsu Kano. He has romantic feelings for her, but he’s confused about whether she feels the same way about him. When Chinatsu’s parents leave for Japan, she starts living with Taiki’s family, giving him the opportunity to be close to his love. When the two get to play for their teams in the National Championship, Taiki gets several chances to develop a relationship with Chinatsu. So, will the duo unite? The anime adaptation of Blue Box has received a spectacular key visual, and we can see Chinatsu in it. She is sitting with a book in her hand and a bag at her back. The caption of the poster states: “TV animation decided. A youth club love story filled with blue, finally made into a TV anime! A teaser visual depicting the beginning of a dazzling story has been released!” Along with the announcement, the news regarding the main protagonists’ voice cast has also been revealed. Taiki will be voiced by Shouya Chiba, who worked for some renowned anime characters, including Ayanokouji from Classroom of the Elite and Sigma from Bungo Stray Dogs. Chinatsu Kano will see Reina Ueda as the voice actor. Reina has given her voice to Reze from Chainsaw Man and many other significant characters. The character designs of Taiki and Chinatsu are also out, and fans can’t wait for the anime to officially arrive after seeing how beautiful the main characters look. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Bloody Escape: Release date, cast, trailer & more Polygon PicturesGoro Taniguchi’s Bloody Escape anime movie is set to debut in 2024. From its release date to key cast members, here is everything we know so far. If you’re a fan of Goro Taniguchi’s Estab Life universe, then we have some exciting news. Upcoming new anime movie, Blood Escape – Jigoku no Tousougeki – is hitting the big screen far sooner than its initial release window suggested. Filled with action, fantasy and supernatural beings, this new film will open the new year with a “bloody” bang. With similar vibes to Code Geass and from the creator of One Piece Film: Red, 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year for anime. So, if you’re a fan of the Estab Life franchise, sci-fi thrillers or killer action sequences, then Bloody Escape is for you. Here is everything we know about the upcoming anime. Bloody Escape release date Bloody Escape will premiere in Japan on January 5, 2024. On November 17, the anime’s official website announced that the film would be premiering on January 5, 2024, which is much earlier than its expected Spring release window. Crunchyroll will stream the film sometime in 2024. However, the platform has yet to confirm an official premiere date. Bloody Escape plot If you’re not familiar with it, the Estab Life franchise takes place in a distant dystopian future. In this world, the human population is in decline and AI is being used to try and preserve what’s left of the earth, resulting in the creation of various creatures like demons and cyborgs. Set in a futuristic version of Tokyo, this thriller follows the story of a human cyborg, Kisaragi. Featuring plenty of violence and gore, the audience will witness fierce battle scenes as Kisaragi is forced to escape from a group of immortal vampires attempting to conquer the city. And that’s not all, there’s also another enemy as the yakuza seeks vengeance for their murdered boss. In other words, it’s essentially a slasher action thriller from one of anime’s great minds – Goro Taniguchi. Bloody Escape cast & crew On November 17, the official cast list was revealed for the anime, featuring some well-known voices. These include, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’s Yuki Ono and Demon Slayer’s Reina Ueda. The full cast list is as follows: Kisaragi voiced by Yuki Ono – Lunalu voiced by Rena Ueda – Cruz voiced by Soma Saito – Jami voiced by Yuma Uchia – Larak voiced by Satsuki Yukino – Nonoc voiced by Masayo Kurata – Zanza voiced by Jun Fukuyama – Zesh voiced by Ryutaro Okiayu – Yazuka Boss Yaohachi voiced by Kazuhiro Nakatani – Equa voiced by Ayaka Ohashi – Feres voiced by Rie Takahashi – Maltese voiced by Maria Naganawa – Alga voiced by Sho Hayami – Ulla voiced by Shinichiro Miki – M voiced by Rina Hidaka – Code Geass and One Piece’s Goro Taniguchi will direct the film. Polygon Pictures (known for the Godzilla Trilogy and Love, Death & Robots 2022) will produce it, and Atsuki Taketomo’s Anonymous Kishiro will serve as the theme. Is there a trailer? The anime released the official trailer for Bloody Escape on November 17. The one-minute preview shows depicts a futuristic version of Tokyo. It shows main character Kisaragi trying to escape from the vampire-infested city, alongside a girl Lunalu, who lives in the Shinjuku sector. In addition to this, it also treats fans of the franchise to captivating battle scenes, with the promise of more action to come in the upcoming winter blockbuster. If you can’t wait or want to get accustomed to the franchise before the film premieres, check out the 2022 anime series, Estab Life: Great Escape, on Crunchyroll. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage below: Highspeed Etoile: Everything we know so far | Top 5 mangas getting anime adaptations in 2024 | One Punch Man Season 3: Everything we know | Dragon Ball Daima: Everything we know Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

“Excellent” anime show with perfect Rotten Tomatoes score climbs Netflix chart NetflixA returning anime series that managed to score no less than 100% on Rotten Tomatoes has climbed onto the Netflix charts too, proving popular with critics and viewers alike. Netflix saw the arrival of Blood of Zeus Season 2 on May 10, ending a three-and-a-half-year wait for more episodes of the anime show. Its highly anticipated return seems to have lived up to expectations, accruing a perfect critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. Beyond critical praise, fans are making sure the platform knows about their excitement. At time of writing, Blood off Zeus Season 2 is ninth on Netflix’s top 10 ranking. To crack those charts at all is a feat worth celebrating for something like Blood of Zeus. At the top, you have The Roast of Tom Brady, Katt Williams: Woke Foke, and the zeitgeist-dominating Baby Reindeer, and further down the chart, there’s horror series Evil and new true crime doc El Rey del Cachopo: César Román. Blood of Zeus has stiff competition! With any Netflix release these days, there’s also the competition of the algorithm. Plenty were waiting though, and they’re sharing their enthusiasm online. “Finally watched first few eps of Blood of Zeus season 2 and everyone involved crushed it!” said a user on X/Twitter. “Finished watching Blood of Zeus Season 2 and it’s a massive improvement from the first season. The story moved along pretty well and I love how Persephone and Hades were more of tragic villains,” another user on X/Twitter wrote. “Finished Blood of Zeus Season 2 and it’s so good! Excellent writing! I love the way the heavens and the underworld are portrayed,” tweeted another. Blood of Zeus is produced by Powerhouse Animation Studios for Netflix. As you might guess from the title, it revolves around the pantheon of Greek gods, with Heron, the son of Zeus, on a mission to save Olympus and Earth. A variety of gods and other figures from Greek mythology are depicted across both seasons. Creators Charley and Vlas Parlapanides have mentioned they have a five season outline for the whole narrative. From the looks of things, we might just see the ending they have planned. Make sure to check out our list of the best anime movies on Netflix for what else is streaming, and our guides on Solo Leveling Season 2, Demon Slayer Season 4, and Tower of God Season 2 for when they’ll arrive.

Bleach: Why did Yhwach call Ichigo his son born in the dark? CrunchyrollBleach TYBW arc not only reveals Ichigo’s lineage as a half-Quincy, but Yhwach also calls him his “son born in the dark.” Though Ichigo is the son of Masaki and Isshin Kurosaki, he can also be considered Yhwach’s son. The central focus of Bleach is showcasing various kinds of powers across races, all of which come from one source – the spirit energy. However, even in a supernatural world like this, Ichigo still remains the oddball among everyone. He has the powers of a Soul Reaper, Hollow, and Fullbring. If that’s not enough, the final arc reveals he is half-Quincy, meaning he can use the abilities of a Quincy as well. Ichigo being a half-Quincy, is a major plot twist and changes the course of the story massively. During the First Quincy Invasion, Ichigo survives against Yhwach attack by subconsciously activating his “Blut Vene.” After witnessing a familiar power, Yhwach tells Ichigo about his mother. At that moment, Yhwach calls Ichigo his “son born in the dark” before leaving for Silbern. Although it is a casual statement from Yhwach, it actually has a deeper meaning than fans realize. How are Ichigo and Yhwach Related? The series has never hinted that Isshin Kurosaki isn’t Ichigo’s father. Both have Soul Reaper powers and are exceptionally talented. Not only that, members of the Shiba clan (Isshin’s clan) bear a resemblance to Ichigo. Nonetheless, Based on the fact that Yhwach is referred to as the “Father of All Quincies,” he is definitely related to Ichigo. All Quincies have Yhwach’s blood running through their veins. However, practically Ichigo and Yhwach are no more than strangers. Furthermore, Ichigo is only a half-Quincy, which means he is not a direct descendant of the bloodline. What does son born in the dark mean? Despite showing no compassion toward them, Yhwach always refers to his subjects as their sons and daughters. However, referring to Ichigo as someone born in the dark means that Yhwach is unaware of his existence. He is genuinely surprised when Ichigo uses his Blut Vene as a defensive measure against his attack. Yhwach knows about every Quincy, but because Ichigo is born from a Quincy and a Soul Reaper, that makes it impossible for Yhwach to find out. Not only Ichigo but his sisters Karin and Yuzu Kurosaki can also be considered to have some sort of connection with the mighty Quincy King. The Bleach anime can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other TV hubs below: Attack on Titan Season 4 Part 3 | Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 | Chainsaw Man Season 2 | BRZRKR movie | Jigokuraku Hell’s Paradise | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 | Sonic the Hedgehog 3 | Super Mario Bros Movie | Invincible Season 2

Bleach vs Naruto: Which series has the stronger final villain? Bleach and Naruto are both Shonen classics, popular for their numerous memorable villains that take center stage in each arc, creating opportunities for heroes to grow stronger. However, which of these series has the stronger final villain? Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto and Tite Kubo’s Bleach are both part of the Shonen Big Three that follow the protagonists as they struggle to achieve their goals. The ones who obstruct them are the series’ villains, and it is up to the heroes to defeat them and save the innocents. As the heroes defeat their enemies, they become stronger and get one step closer to achieving their goals. Without someone to create difficulties for them, the heroes would be meaningless and would live dull lives. The excitement that anime viewers receive from witnessing villains and heroes is incomparable. This is especially true when it comes to the final villains in Bleach and Naruto, whose powers couldn’t be compared to mere mortals. The final villains inflict the most damage in the world. When they appear, fans can expect that an epic tale is about to draw its conclusion. Yhwach – The final villain in Bleach Yhwach is the King of all Quincies, and he is also Soul King’s son. While the Soul King is strong in a rather unconventional way, Yhwach has all his father’s skills as well as destructive offensive powers. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to associate Yhwach with calamity itself. His abilities are catastrophic enough to overpower the Soul Society’s Head Captain, Genryusai Yamamoto. None of the Soul Reapers could even put a scratch on the Quincy King. He wields “The Almighty,” a power that allows him to perceive and potentially affect the future. This is believed to be evidence of a “true Quincy.” He is the only person capable of wielding Captain-Commander Genrysai Shigekuni Yamamoto’s Bankai. On top of that, he can heal himself and use Quincy’s abilities. In the end, no one could defeat Yhwach, and only the silver arrow immobilized Yhwach for a mere second. This was enough to take Ichigo down. However, the victory came too late. The Soul Society had already fallen, with countless casualties, including several Captains and Lieutenants. Kaguya – The final villain in Naruto The most confusing part of the series was that Naruto had been hyping up Madara Uchiha as the main antagonist. However, he turned out to be a mere puppet of Kaguya’s subordinate, Black Zetsu. Just like Yhwach, the final villain in Bleach, Kaguya is an otherworldly being in Naruto. Kaguya Otsutsuki was sent to Earth a millennium ago to establish a God Tree and collect its Chakra Fruit. She was to provide it for the main family of her clan from another world. Therefore, long before the hidden villages were established, during an era of never-ending strife, Kaguya ate the fruit of the God Tree and became the first wielder of chakra on Earth, later combining with the tree to form the Ten-Tails. She abandoned her mission after falling in with a mortal, only to be betrayed in the end. After she committed several atrocious acts, Hagoromo and Homura sealed her away since she was too strong to die. Kaguya came back from her prison during the Fourth Great Ninja War in hopes of ending the world. She basically had all the legendary powers mentioned in the series, including Sharingan, Byakugan, Rinne Sharingan, the power of the ten-tailed beast, and so much more. Through the efforts of Team 7, Obito, Hagoromo’s Chakra, Kaguya was finally defeated, but she was only sealed and not killed. Who is stronger – Yhwach from Bleach or Kaguya from Naruto? In terms of strength, they are both unparalleled. While Kaguya never dies in the end and could only be sealed, Yhwach met demise through the combined efforts of the Kurosakis and the Ishidas. However, one key difference distinguishes Yhwach and Kaguya as the final villain of Bleach and Naruto. Kaguya, as with any other Naruto villain, was victimized as someone who was betrayed by her husband and later children. Despite her immoral deeds, she was heartbroken by the fact that her family couldn’t understand her. On the other hand, Yhwach was highly intelligent, and he was an unredeemable villain. Yhwach has been fighting and strategising for over 1000 years, despite the fact that they have both been alive for that long. Not to mention that Yhwach’s ability to see and change the future is something Kaguya can never have. Had it not been for the genius of Ryuken Ishida, even Ichigo couldn’t have defeated the all-powerful ruler of Quincies. 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Bleach TYBW: Who is Giselle Gewelle? Disney PlusIn the latest episode of Bleach: TYBW, we got to see Giselle Gewelle, along with her three comrades, going against our protagonist Ichigo. So, who exactly is she? Well, here’s the answer. After Bleach TYBW Part 2 gave us one of the biggest confrontations between two powerful characters, Kenpachi and Gremmy, every fan started to wonder what more the upcoming episodes would have to offer. Well, the latest episode did not disappoint fans as it involved the Quincy girls in the fight against Kenpachi. One of the girls that grabbed every fan’s attention was, of course, Giselle Gewelle. This is not the first time we have seen an anime character, especially an antagonist, flaunting cheerful and light-hearted packaging to hide their sinister motives. Who is Giselle Gewelle in Bleach TYBW? Giselle Gewelle is a Sternritter who comes with the title of ‘The Zombie.’ She is someone who you may feel is innocent, but don’t fall for her naïve looks, as she is one of the most manipulative and dangerous members of Wandenreich’s Sternritter group. Giselle always has a goofy expression on her face that doesn’t allow her opponents to learn about her real personality. For instance, in the latest episode, the Shinigami army did not take her seriously, and they were all killed by the Quincy girl in seconds. She comes with a potent blood that zombifies anyone who comes in contact with it. The only ones who can remain unaffected by this are Giselle’s living and breathing allies. However, if Giselle decides to increase the number of members in her “walking dead” army, she doesn’t even show mercy while killing her own comrades. And once they are dead, she can easily make them a part of her army. Moreover, she has a healing power that makes her an invincible foe. Ever since she came into the picture, the rumors about her gender identity have grabbed a lot of attention from fans. She looks and dresses like a woman, and the comments of several characters of the franchise state that she is indeed a transgender woman. Who has voiced Giselle Gewelle in Bleach TYBW? Giselle Gewelle has been voiced by Nao Touyama in Bleach TYBW. Touyama is a 31-year-old Japanese voice actor who has given her voice to several anime characters, including Sibylla from Spy Kyoushitsu Season 2, Marina Yonekura from Shiroi Suna no Aquatope, and more. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world. – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica. – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched. – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. So, that’s everything about Blue Lock Chapter 230 spoilers. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter If you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW: Things you need to know before watching Part 2 CrunchyrollThe highly anticipated Bleach TYBW Part 2 is less than two months away, and it’s creating quite the buzz following the success of the first part. However, fans still need to know much more before watching the upcoming season. After a decade long-gap, Bleach anime returned with its final “Thousand Year Blood War Arc.” As part of the Big Three, Bleach’s fan base didn’t diminish even after the anime was cancelled for so long. Now that it’s back after so long, it has attracted even more fans with its unique art style and intriguing characters. In the first 13 episodes, the story has taken an entirely different turn. Whether it is the Quincy army or Ichigo’s Quincy bloodline, the final arc contains several shocking moments that keep fans hooked. The first part ends with Ichigo obtaining his true Zanpakuto. In fact, the real fight is about to begin from that point on. Although Yhwach and his Sternritters have completely destroyed the Seireitei, they are nowhere near accomplishing their goal. Here’s what you need to know before watching Bleach TYBW Part 2. Bleach TYBW Part 2 will have anime-original fights to make up for the lack of manga content Bleach TYBW takes place between chapters 480 and 686 of the manga. The first part’s manga adaptation covered up to chapter 542, a total of 62 chapters. This is roughly one-third of the final arc. This means, the studio is left with approximately 144 manga chapters to translate into the next three parts or approximately 48 chapters per part on average. Bleach TYBW will be adapted into 52 episodes divided into four parts. The quantity of content available for adaptation appears to be very limited in comparison to the number of chapters adapted from season 1. Therefore, Bleach’s creator Tite Kubo has revealed that the anime would feature some previously unseen bouts. He had created them and has been collaborating with the studio to bring them to life. These battles will compensate for the upcoming part’s lack of manga content while also putting to use the many new characters introduced by the Sternritter. Bleach TYBW Part 2 will focus on Uryu Ishida and his true motives Despite being a major supporting character, Uryu was surprisingly sidelined in the first part. He barely made any appearance and didn’t do much at all. The final episode ends with Uryu joining Yhwach’s army. However, nothing about his betrayal was unexpected since the first part had already mentioned the truth behind his mother’s death. Uryu was looking into some research materials and learned the truth. Therefore, anime fans can rest assured that Uryu isn’t going to turn evil out of the blue. Among all of Ichigo’s friends, he is the only one strong enough to fight side-by-side with him. Therefore, he has a major role to play in the upcoming season. The Soul Reapers will avenge their humiliating defeat The first Quincy invasion resulted in countless casualties and the loss of several Bankai. This embarrassing defeat was only made worse when their Head Captain Genryusai Yamamoto died after being tricked by Yhwach. Therefore, the Soul Reapers pledged to stop Yhwach and have their revenge. Before the second invasion, they begin to train endlessly and improve their skills. With the help of Urahara, the Captains even gain their Bankai back. Though their revenge is short-lived, they manage to defeat the Sternritters who created the most havoc. Sadly, Yhwach was a different entity that no one could even put a scratch on. There won’t be as many deaths as in the first part Bleach TYBW was extremely intense, killing off one character after another. Tite Kubo went all out in the final arc and started it off with lots of deaths. Perhaps he did it to make Yhwach’s army look more intimidating. Another possibility is that he wanted to reduce the number of characters since he had so much to cover in the limited chapters of the final arc. Although the series has some characters lined up to meet their ultimate demise, it won’t be as many as the first part. Bleach can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other TV hubs below: Attack on Titan Season 4 Part 3 | Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 | Chainsaw Man Season 2 | BRZRKR movie | Jigokuraku Hell’s Paradise | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 | Sonic the Hedgehog 3 | Super Mario Bros Movie | Invincible Season 2

New Bleach TYBW tease causes comparisons to Jujutsu Kaisen, and not in a good way Tite Kubo/PierrotThe new Bleach TYBW Part 3 clip gives us a mesmerizing look at Ichibei’s fight against Yhwach, inviting comparisons to a key moment in Jujutsu Kaisen. To say Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War – The Conflict is one of the most highly anticipated upcoming anime of 2024 would be an understatement. The penultimate installment of Tite Kubo’s long-running franchise, the anime show is taking us right up to the end of the Shinigami’s war against the Quincy. Needless to say, fans are eagerly waiting for the series to premiere on October 6, 2024. But before we get to see Ichigo and his allies in their full glory, we get a small glimpse with the new clip. The video shows Royal Guard Ichibei Hyosube unleashing his Shikai’s special ability – Futen Taisatsuryō – upon Yhwach. It’s a gorgeous scene, made all the more intense by the monochromatic art, haunting background score, and sleek animation, and viewers can’t get enough of it. But somehow the scene has managed to spark controversy among both Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen fan bases. The appearance of Ichibei’s technique has some Jujutsu Kaisen fans comparing it to Sukuna’s Domain Expansion: Malevolent Shrine. Some are even accusing Tite Kubo’s series of having copied it from Gege Akutami’s manga. However, Bleach fans are quick to point out that Bleach was released years before Jujutsu Kaisen came into existence. Ichibei unleashes Futen Taisatsuryō in Bleach Chapter 610, which was first released in 2014, four years before Jujutsu Kaisen’s release in 2018. So, there’s no way Ichibei’s technique was copied from Sukuna. But the other way around is possible. Even if Malevolent Shrine wasn’t copied, it still could’ve been inspired by Futen Taisatsuryō, especially since Akutami has confessed to be a fan of Kubo’s work. But the feud still continues, with each fandom throwing shade at the other. One X user commented, “Who else was thinking about domain expansion?” “That bald guy copied Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine. Bleach is ripping off JJK now, that’s crazy,” wrote another, and got several fiery replies from other viewers. One said, “Bleach manga ended less than 2 years before JJK manga started and Domain Expansions are inspired by the Bankai from Bleach. Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine is inspired by the bald guy’s shrine technique.” “This scene came out in the manga before JJK even started lmao. It was from 2014 lol. They are yapping without the facts,” added another. Such feuds are common in anime fandoms, so we don’t need to take it seriously. While the fans are busy throwing allegations, check out which upcoming Fall 2024 anime to look forward to with our guides on Dandadan, Dragon Ball Daima, and Blue Lock Season 2.

Bleach: TYBW Part 3 – Release date and everything else on The Conflict VizBleach: Thousand-Year Blood War rages on with the third part coming up soon after the intensity of Cours 1 and 2. It’s hard to believe how far we’ve come with Bleach, from humble beginnings in 2004 to now adapting the final arc. The anime show has come a long way, and we’ve grown with it, making this a truly bittersweet release to follow. Ichigo stares down his heftiest challenge yet as part of the titular war. We know it’s coming in four parts, so this isn’t it just yet, but we’re close, and that spells trouble for all of your favorite characters. Here are all the details on Thousand-Year Blood War thus far. Bleach TYBW Part 3 release date Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War will premiere on October 6, 2024. The news was revealed in Weekly Shonen Jump. We know October was the release window for sometime, but now we have an exact date. The first cour of TYBW ended in December 2022, and the second part premiered in July 2023. So Part 3 is the longest gap, at one year and three months. That’s not bad for an anime of this scale! Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3 trailer Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War has several trailers. The latest arrived in July 2024, at Anime Expo. It’s a sizzle reel of the main cast, some fight scenes, and other credits such as who’s composed the opening and closing themes. It’s a brief preview, but given this is for a show that’s been running for over 20 years, fans don’t need much more than just a reminder of what’s coming. What will happen in Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Part 3? Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, as the title implies, follows a long battle between the Soul Society and the Wandenreich, a secret part off the Quincy. They use the death of Sōsuke Aizen as an opportunity to make a move on the Gotei 13 after laying dormant for a millennium. Their leader, Yhwach, believes the Soul Society to be a fundamentally flawed institution. He thinks the Quincy could, and should, oversee things better. OF course, his methods of proving that involves remarkable amounts of bloodshed. Ichigo and the rest of the Shinigami stand against them, in a battle that decides everyone’s fate once and for all. This is the third of four parts, so it won’t be over just yet, but expect some major twists nonetheless. How many episodes are in Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3? There will be 13 episodes in TYBW Part 3, just like the previous two cours. As the third of four parts, it seems like each section will run equal length. Where can you watch The Conflict? Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Part 3 will be available on Hulu in the US when it comes out. This is where the previous two parts are available. UK fans can find the show on Disney Plus. Going by previous releases, it should be available at the same time as America, but we’ll confirm that when we know. That’s everything on Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War. Check out our guides on Dandadan and My Hero Academia: You’re Next for other anime this year.

Bleach TYBW Part 3 confirms new announcement in July CrunchyrollThe wait is almost over, as a special announcement about Bleach TYBW Part 3 is set to arrive in July. Bleach’s final arc is being adapted into four parts, each with 13 episodes, based on the manga and some scenes from the light novel. Bleach TYBW Part 2 debuted in July 2023 and announced a sequel after its finale in September 2023. However, the franchise has not shared any news since, which has left many fans impatient. But the latest update has promised new information on Bleach TYBW Part 3 at Anime Expo 2024, scheduled for July 6. Anime Expo is an American anime convention held in Los Angeles, California, that features many events and activities, including new anime announcements. It’s safe to say fans are excited about the upcoming news, with one sharing, “With the section of the best fights of all Bleach starting next Wednesday on TV Tokyo and this possible showing of a new PV teaser of TYBW Part 3, the first week of July will be stacked with fantastic stuff! This Fall or Early 2025? We’re ready, waiting for it.” “Trailer, key visual, and release date are pretty much guaranteed! It’s so close, but I can’t wait! I wish it was this weekend,” said another A third added, “Well folks, next week is what we’ve all been waiting for, the Cour 3 sneak peak. Also, thank you so much for giving me this info on my birthday! This is the best birthday present I could ever ask for!” For more top anime choices, check out our lists of the best short anime, highly anticipated upcoming anime in 2024, most underrated anime of 2023, and best Shonen anime like One Piece.

Bleach TYBW Part 2 will reveal Uryu Ishida’s goal CrunchyrollThe new key visual of Bleach TYBW Part 2 hints at the conflict between Uryu and Ichigo. Season 1 ended with Uryu’s betrayal as he joined the Sternritters out of nowhere. The new trailer for Bleach TYBW Part 2 shows the intense conflict between the Wandenreich and Soul Society, including amazing action moments of fan-favourite characters. Owing to the final scene of Part 1, where Uryu joins the Sternritters, fans already have high expectations from the upcoming season, especially after the key visual teases the conflict between the two friends. However, Uryu has a hidden motive for joining the enemies, and Bleach TYBW Part 2 will finally reveal the truth behind it. Delve deeper to find out why the last Quincy decided to betray his friends. Uryu Ishida’s role in Bleach TYBW Part 1 In the entire season, Uryu barely had any significant scenes. Regarding the invasion of Hueco Mundo, Uryu decided to take a neutral stand considering his job as a Quincy is to destroy Hollows and not save them. However, Uryu is kind enough to help anyone in need, regardless if they are Soul Reapers or Hollows. What’s more, the one asking for help is Pesche Guatiche, someone Uryu has already worked with before. Then, while Ichigo and the others rush to Hueco Mundo, Uryu decides to look through his family’s old records. He tries to find clues regarding his mother’s death. Kanae Katagiri was already in frail health, and she was believed to die from her illness. However, Uryu realized there was more to it than that. He ultimately found that Yhwach’s Auswählen was the cause behind it. Uryu only reunites with his friends as enemies after they are separated in Bleach TYBW. What is Uryu Ishida’s motive behind betraying his friends? Whether intentionally or not, Bleach has never once portrayed Uryu as evil. Even when he was introduced as Ichigo’s enemy, the series would make up for his stern personality by adding scenes of him stitching stuffed toys or something. The series doesn’t take long to reveal his true intentions of joining the Sternritters. After realizing his mother didn’t die of her illness and was “killed” by the sudden loss of energy after the Auswählen, Uryu decided to take revenge for her. Therefore, he not only became Yhwach’s subject but also got chosen as his successor. It was all a plot to infiltrate the Wandenreich Empire and act as a double agent for the Soul Society. He even fought with Ichigo and the others to keep up the facade. However, Uryu’s infiltration was a success since he deduced a key weakness in the undefeatable Quincy King. As long as Yhwach shares his Almighty ability with Jugram, he becomes vulnerable. Therefore, Uryu managed to achieve his goal by infiltrating Yhwach’s empire. Bleach TYBW can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Bleach TYBW Part 2 will reveal Shinji’s Bankai that wasn’t in the manga CrunchyrollBleach TYBW Part 2 trailer teases Shinji’s true powers as it gives a glimpse of his forbidden Bankai. Here’s a look at his Bankai, which was never mentioned in the Bleach manga. Bleach TYBW Part 2 trailer shows the intense conflict between the Wandenreich and Soul Society, including astounding action moments of fan-favourite characters. Owing to the announcements of anime-only scenes, fans already have high expectations from the upcoming season, especially after the trailer teases Shinji’s Bankai. Shinji is one of the few Captains whose Bankai was never shown in the manga. Shinji Hirako is an important character in the series, which helps Ichigo realize his powers as a Hollow and helps him get through the transformation. After Aizen’s defeat, he returns to the Soul Society as a Captain of Squad 5. However, the full extent of his abilities was only mentioned in the light novel, not the manga. Thankfully, Tite Kubo decided to include his forbidden Bankai for fans. Here’s everything you need to know about Shinji’s Bankai. Where was Shinji’s Bankai mentioned in Bleach? During its original run, the manga only mentions that Shinji’s Bankai is forbidden because it has the ability to pit allies against each other. Since a dangerous ability like that can be counter-productive in battle, it has been forbidden in the Soul Society. However, the manga’s final arc was exceptionally fast-paced. With so many new characters, backstories, and multiple storylines to cover within the limited number of chapters, it makes sense that Kubo will exclude some of the major elements of the story. The full extent of Shinji’s Bankai was explored in the light novel “BLEACH Can’t Fear Your Own World.” It was published from August 2017 to December 2018. The novel is a collaborative work of Bleach’s creator Tite Kubo and award-winning light novelist Ryohgo Narita. The story focuses on the events that took place in the Soul Society after the Thousand-Year Blood War was over. It’s centred around Shuhei Hisagi, the Lieutenant of Squad 9. Other major characters of the novel are Sosuke Aizen, Kisuke Urahara, Yoruichi Shihouin, Grimmjow, Shunsui Kyoraku, and of course, Shinji Hirako. The terrifying powers of Shinji’s Bankai – Sakashima Yokoshima Happofusagari Shinji’s Bankai, Sakashima Yokoshima Happofusagari, literally translates to Reversed Evil Eight Treasure Blockade. It transforms his sword into a staff with a massive ring on the front end while Shinji himself stands on a large flower construct. While his Bankai is in use, the flower petals shut around Shinji, protecting him inside. This shields Shinji from the effects of his Bankai, which is banned. Anyone within a specific range of the Bankai is affected by its power, turning friends against friends and vice versa. This compels people to kill their comrades mercilessly. Shinji’s Bankai is one of the most effective while facing several opponents since it affects everyone without exception. In the light novel, Shinji uses this ability to wipe out countless hollows. This demonstrates how efficient it is against streams of adversaries but its ineffectiveness when confronted with single foes. How will Bleach TYBW Part 2 reveal Shinji’s Bankai? Just like most powerful characters, in the first part of Bleach TYBW, Shinji was briefly mentioned and didn’t do anything significant during the invasion. However, Bleach TYBW Part 2 will change that completely as Shinji’s Bankai will be used against twenty Sternritters. Following the humiliating defeat of the Soul Reapers during the First Quincy Invasion, fans are aware that the Sternritters’ powers are nothing to underestimate. Even one Sternritter completely outclassed the Squad Captain. This is exactly why fans are hyped about watching Shinji single-handedly go against twenty of the most powerful warriors that serve directly under Yhwach. It makes sense considering Shinji’s Bankai is only useful against multiple opponents. The Sternritters are different from the Quincies fans are familiar with. Their powers have grown so exponentially that even the most powerful fighters, such as Byakuya Kuchiki and Sajin Komamura. There’s probably no better way to defeat the monstrous Quincies than pitting them against each other. Bleach TYBW can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Bleach TYBW Part 2: Release date & new trailer CrunchyrollThe trailer, release date and key visual of the highly anticipated Bleach TYBW Part 2 have been shared online. Bleach’s fans are in for a lot of surprising moments in the upcoming season. After a decade long-gap, Bleach anime returned with its final “Thousand Year Blood War Arc.” As part of the Big Three, Bleach’s fan base didn’t diminish even after the anime was on hiatus for so long. Now that it’s back after so long, it has attracted even more fans with its unique animation and intriguing new characters. The first part ends with Ichigo’s true powers being revealed before he obtains his dual Zanpakuto. In fact, the real fight will begin in Bleach TBYW Part 2. Although Yhwach and his Sternritters have completely destroyed the Seireitei, they are nowhere near accomplishing their goal. Here’s a look at the trailer and release date of Bleach TYBW Part 2. Bleach TYBW Part 2 trailer The trailer features all the Sternritters as well as Uryu Ishida’s alliance with Yhwach. Furthermore, both the Soul Reapers and the Quincies are ready for their second clash. According to the official website, “Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation” will primarily focus on Ichigo’s fight against Ishida’s rebellion as a part of the Quincies. Bleach TYBW Part 2 release date Blach TYBW Part 2 will be released on July 8, 2023, as the trailer mentions. According to the tweet, the episode will be broadcasted on TV Tokyo. The new season will then be globally released on July 9, 2023. The official release date of the English dub has yet to be announced. Click here to visit the official website of Bleach for more information. You can also check out our article on Bleach TYBW: Things You Need to Know Before Watching Part 2 here.

Bleach TYBW Part 2 opening foreshadows a pointless duel CrunchyrollBleach returns with new episodes and a soundtrack for Part 2. However, the visuals of the opening theme for Bleach TYBW Part 2 foreshadow a pointless duel that has no significance in the story. The highly-anticipated Bleach TYBW continues as the first episode begins with an eerie visual depiction of Yhwach’s birth and life before becoming the King of Quincies. Fans also learn about Uryu’s betrayal and why he was in Silbern. To make matters worse, Uryu becomes Yhwach’s successor, much to the Sternritters’ dismay. The reason behind Uryu changing sides is something that the series will reveal later on. Although the key visual hints at Ichigo and Uryu being at odds with one another, the opening theme ensures that there will be a fight between the two. Ichigo and Uryu are often bickering with one another, but they’re still close friends. Among Ichigo’s friends, Uryu is the only one powerful enough to support him in battle. However, it seems that Bleach TYBW has something else in store for these friends, but the plot twist may not be good. Here’s how Bleach TYBW Part 2 opening foreshadows an unnecessary duel. Bleach TYBW Part 2 foreshadows the pointless duel between Ichigo and Uryu It’s not unusual for anime themes to hint at some parts of the story. Bleach TYBW Part 2’s opening theme finally confirms fans’ doubts about watching a battle between two friends. It’s Uryu against all his friends, especially Ichigo. However, is the plot twist really good enough? Bleach doesn’t take long before revealing Uryu’s true intentions of joining the Sternritters. After realizing his mother didn’t die of her illness and was “killed” by the sudden loss of energy after the Auswählen, Uryu planned his revenge by killing Yhwach. If he can save the world in the process, then that’s all the better. The fight between Ichigo and Uryu was simply a farce from Uryu’s end. In fact, it wasn’t necessary in the story since it didn’t help Uryu keep his Uryu. Ever since he joined the Sternritters, Yhwach has been suspicious of him. Therefore, Uryu fighting his friends to gain the Quincy King’s trust was in vain. Even from a viewer’s point of view, Uryu’s intention had been clear from the start. Therefore, it didn’t add to the tension of watching friends turn enemies. We can only consider it as a bad plot twist that failed to thrill the viewers. The fight didn’t even last long; therefore, all the hype about Uryu’s and Ichigo’s rivalry cooled down before it even started. Bleach can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 art style | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 2 | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 main villains | One Piece’s voice actors | One Piece live-action Straw Hat Pirates | Jujutsu Kaisen Gojo’s Past Arc | Jujutsu Kaisen schedule | One Piece Sun God Nika | One Piece Vegapunk | Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba meaning | Black Butler 2024

Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 8 – Release date, time, & spoiler speculation Disney PlusBleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 8 will air soon globally, and in this post we have divulged its release date, time details, and what can be expected from the awaited episode. The last episode was said to be the best Bleach episode to date, as it allowed us to witness one of the most fierce battles in the history of the anime. Moreover, the episode also came with the most beautifully visualized meteor scene, due to which the community couldn’t resist going bonkers. That one scene became so viral that Bleach TYBW trended on Twitter for quite some time after the episode’s release. Well, it’s obvious after the terrifying events of the previous episode that fans must be eagerly waiting to see what the next episode comes with. Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 8 Release date and time Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 8 will be released on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 11:00pm JST. After its official release in Japan, the anticipated episode will appear on the screens of every International fan. However, the release timings may vary according to the different timings of the worldwide regions: 7:30am PDT – 8:30am Mountain Timing – 9:30am CDT – 10:30am Eastern Timing – 3:30pm British Timing – 4:30pm European Timing – 9:00pm Indian Timing – Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 8 Spoilers Speculation: What to Expect? Kenpachi has defeated the deadly visionary Gremmy. Now, in the upcoming episode titled ‘The Headless Star,’ the powerful Shinigami Kenpachi will have to deal with the Quincy girls. After defeating Gremmy, Kenpachi isn’t ready for an instant fight, so he will be seen astounded for some time as Candace, one of the enemies, attacks him. On the other side, Rukia and Byakuya will learn that the spiritual pressure of Kenpachi has changed, and the duo also senses another spiritual presence nearby. Moreover, the episode will also see Yhwach in action. The preview images for the upcoming episode have also surfaced online, and you can find those below to get hints of the upcoming events: How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter If you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 6: Release date and spoiler speculation Disney PlusBleach TYBW is getting more intense with each episode, and now, as Part 2 of the series is heading toward Episode 6, here’s what you need to know about its release schedule, spoilers, and other details we have. The fifth episode of Bleach TYBW followed the events of its previous episode that allowed us to see Mask De Masculine overpowering Rojuro Otoribashi and Kensei Muguruma. However, he couldn’t stand against Renji when he unleashed his potent Bankai and attacked him. As the anime series continues creating more hype, let’s find out when we will be able to watch the upcoming episode and what we can expect from it. Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 6: Release date & time Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 6 will get released at 7:30am PDT on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Disney Plus and Hulu will simulcast it for the worldwide fandom, and here is the time schedule you should follow to catch up with the episode in your region: 7:30am PDT – 9:30am CDT – 10:30am EST – 3:30pm BST – 4:30pm European Time – 8:00pm IST – 10:30pm Philippine Time – 12:30am Australian Time (August 12) – Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 6 spoilers: What to expect In the upcoming episode of Bleach TYBW Part 2, viewers can expect to witness the anime adaptation of chapters 566 to 570 of the source material. Rukia Kuchiki will be in the limelight as she will be seen taking steps against Nodt. As she trained in the Royal Palace, she might be coming up with his true potential as a soul reaper. Apart from that, we will also see the Vollstandig of Rukia, making the experience even more thrilling. Showcasing a horrifying confrontation between Nodt and Rukia, the forthcoming episode can be expected to be one of the best episodes of the Bleach franchise. Furthermore, we can also expect a mind-blowing animation that will make the upcoming battle enjoyable. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 12 finale: Release date & time CrunchyrollAre you ready to witness the banger finale episode of Bleach TYBW Part 2? If yes, then be with us as we divulge the release date and time for Episode 12. The previous episode of Bleach TYBW Part 2 majorly focussed on Yhwach and Ichibe as they work on their sinister plans to take over the Soul King Palace to take down the Soul King. However, they get encountered by the members of the Zero division. Bleach made a comeback with TYBW after a decade, but this time with crisp animation and a steady pace. That’s why the final arc has not only amazed the old fans but also drew new fans’ toward the series, making TYBW the best Bleach anime adaptation so far. The previous episode has already laid the groundwork for the conclusion of TYBW Part 2, so let’s see how the one-hour-long final episode shapes up. Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 12: Release date and time Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 12 will be released on Saturday, September 30, on Disney+ and Hulu for global fans. Here, you can find the release timings to track the episode in your time zone: 7:30am PDT – 9:30am CDT – 3:30pm British Time – 4:30pm Central European Time – 9:00pm IST – 10:30pm Philippine Time – What to expect from Bleach TYBW Part 2 finale episode Bleach TYBW Part 2 will focus on the battle every fan is excited about. Yes, we are talking about the fight between Yhwach, his troop, and the Royal King Palace’s protectors. As per the official synopsis of the upcoming episode, we will see Yhwach trying to flee from the Soul King Palace as the members of Squad Zero keep an eye on him. However, he will not be able to escape as the members of Division Zero appear in front of him. So, Yhwach will not have an easy time escaping his enemies. Be sure to watch the final episode of Bleach TYBW Part 2 if you want to watch the biggest battle of the series. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 11: Release date and time Disney PlusBleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 11 is nearly here – so here’s everything you need to about when it’ll hit screens worldwide, including its exact release date and time. Bleach Thousand Year Blood War is the final arc/season of the popular anime series. During the announcement of the latest season, it was declared that it would run for four cours, each one containing 13 episodes. The first cour came out in October 2022 and ran until December 2022. The 13-episode cour 2 was released globally in July 2023, and it will bid us goodbye in the last week of September 2023 after giving us the finale episode. At the time of writing this piece, we don’t know when the third cour of TYBW will be released, but if it follows the gap between the first two cours, we can expect the next cour to be released sometime in mid-2024. Besides that, the ongoing cour is getting more intense with each episode, so fans are looking forward to watching the events of Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 13. Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 11: Release date and time Bleach TYBW Part 2 will be released on Saturday, September 23, 2023, on Disney Plus and Hulu after getting officially released in Japan. Here, you will get the time schedule that will let you know when the episode will air in your time zone. 7:30am PDT – 8:30am Mountain Time – 9:30am CDT – 10:30am Eastern Time – 3:30pm British Time – 4:30pm European Time – 9:00pm Indian time – Bleach TYBW Part 2 Episode 10: Recap At the beginning of the previous episode, we saw a zombified Toshiro Hitsugaya, who, without any delay, attacks Kenpachi’s lieutenants and injures them badly. Mayuri tries to confront Toshiro, but all his efforts are wasted as the zombie captures Mayuri in ice. However, the light-emitting captain, Mayuri, remained unaffected. Giselle proudly talks about how she can turn anyone into a zombie. On the other hand, Hitsugaya easily defeats Charlotte Chuhlhourne when he tries to confront and beat him. Mayuri steps in between and drugs Hitsugya, keeping him in a temporal loop. Besides that, Hitsugya’s body also starts reacting due to the drug. On the other hand, Byakuya defeats the Sernritters using his bankai. You can check out our other anime coverage here. You can also sign up for Disney Plus here and Hulu here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW: Ichigo wins fandom with Getsuga Jujisho ability Disney PlusIchigo Kurosaki from the Bleach universe never fails to impress fans with his transformations. Well, in the latest episode of Bleach TYBW, the soul reaper has undergone a newfound ability named Getsuga Jujisho – this is what you need to know. Bleach has given us some of the deadly villains, so it’s exciting to see someone who has all the abilities to handle them single-handedly. Yes, we are talking about Ichigo, as he never kneels before the threats that come his way – instead, he exhausts himself to bring out something huge within himself to fight his foes. Every time there is a new villain, Ichigo pushes himself beyond his limits to fight them. The same thing was seen in Bleach TYBW’s Episode 8 when the monster, Kenpachi, needed Ichigo to save him. Well, this time, Ichigo’s new transformation broke the internet, and fans can’t stop discussing the new development in the storyline of their favorite series. Ichigo reveals Getsuga Jujisho technique in the new episode of Bleach TYBW After the Quincy girls give severe damage to Kenpachi, Ichigo arrives at the location. He says that he never thought he would have to save Kenpachi someday. Just when he was talking to an injured Kenpachi, Candice tried to attack him from behind using her lightning ability. Ichigo was then attacked by the other Sternritters, but no one could actually beat him. The Bambies understood that Ichigo would not be easy to defeat. Candice keeps on releasing the electrocution technique on Ichigo, and when she tries it harder, the soul reaper unleashes his newfound ability, Getsuga Jujisho, letting a massive explosion shooking the majority of the sky. For the unacquainted, when Ichigo possessed a single sword, he could activate Getsuga Tensho. Now, the same Shikai allowed him to activate the new form, Getsuga Jujisho. Allowing him to use two blades, this technique helped Ichigo dodge the lightning attack of Candice while also obliterating her left arm. The new ability of Ichigo is very strong, and fans are obviously thrilled to see it for the first time on the screens. However, we have yet to see more of it in the upcoming episodes. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world. – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica. – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched. – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. So, that’s everything about Blue Lock Chapter 230 spoilers. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | One Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter If you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW Episode 20 breaks the internet with Kenpachi’s Shikai reveal Disney PlusDid we just get the best anime episode of the Bleach franchise? Well, Episode 20 of the ongoing Thousand Year Blood War (TYBW) Arc indeed felt like that, thanks to the fan-favorite Kenpachi. Bleach TYBW Episode 20 was dropped recently, and fans can’t think of getting a better episode in regards to the animation, fight sequences, and everything else that was offered by the episode. The meteor scene especially became the most talked about thing among Bleach fans, and they’ve started calling it peak fiction. Moreover, Gremmy Vs. Kenpachi is also trending on social media while also being regarded as the best anime fight of the year. Obviously, it’s all because we finally saw the monster Kenpachi dealing with a worthy opponent. Kenpachi Zaraki reveals his Shikai for the first time in Bleach TYBW Episode 20 The latest episode of Bleach TYBW showed Gremmy The Visionary’s power, as he could create anyone or anything with his imagination. For instance, in the beginning moments of the episode, we see Kenpachi’s little sidekick Yachiru getting knocked down by Gremmy as he imagines her hands becoming cookies. In the second instance, when Kenpachi jumped in the air, he got captured in a water cube that the powerful Quincy imagined. Despite being someone without a Bankai, Kenpachi is considered a strong captain who is feared by many. In fact, Gremmy also admits that he hasn’t been so much excited to beat someone in a fight. That’s because he hasn’t come across anyone who he could consider a competition. Ever since the fight began, Gremmy was continuously shit-talking Kenpachi and was putting him down with his words. However, the Quincy learned about Kenpachi’s potential when the latter sliced off his imagined meteor with ease. That’s when he also revealed his Shikai, i.e., Nozarashi, making his sword appear as an axe that can cut anything disastrous, including a massive meteor. Besides this, when Kenpachi reveals his Shikai to Gremmy, the imaginative Quincy sees him as a monster, and that becomes the reason for his downfall, leading to his death. However, we also learned that Gremmy’s body was just his brain’s imagination as his brain popped out of his decayed body. Now, let’s wait and see if this is really Gremmy’s downfall or if he will reappear in a new form in the following episodes. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 If you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Bleach TYBW Episode 16: Release date & spoilers CrunchyrollThe recent episode features the second Quincy invasion, and it’s safe to assume that the Soul Reapers will not have an easy victory. Here are the release date and spoilers for Bleachh TYBW Episode 16. The second cour of Bleach’s Thousand Year Blood War arc continues as the Quincies waste no time invading the Soul Society for the second time. The Soul Reapers barely manage to get back on their feet after the first invasion, and this time, the attack will be more brutal than ever. Captain Toshiro Hitsugaya makes his grand entrance in episode 14, only to again lose terribly in the recent episode. Furthermore, Uryu Ishida is watching from the sidelines as his allies again face the danger from their most powerful enemies yet. While all this plays out, Ichigo still hasn’t arrived to save the day. The upcoming episode will feature several shocking moments. Delve deeper to find out the release date and spoilers of Bleach TYBW Episode 16. Bleach TYBW Episode 16 release date and time Bleach TYBW Episode 16 will release on July 22 at 11:00pm JST. It is a weekly anime that drops every Saturday. The episode will be available to stream across various time zones as soon as it’s released in Japan. You can find your time zone below: 6:00am PT – 8:00am CST – 9:00am EST – 2:00pm BST – 7:30pm IST – 11:30am Australian Time – Bleach TYBW Episode 16 spoilers The upcoming episode will focus mostly on Captain Toshiro Hitsugaya, who gets back on his feet after a severe blow and continues fighting against the Sternritter Bazz B. Furthermore, Captain Mayuri Kurotsuchi finally figures out a way to get the other captain’s stolen Bankai back. Kisuke Urahara and Mayuri will work together for the first time to turn the tide of the war. They developed a strategy to ensure the Bankai would return to its owner and not be stolen again. Just when things start to look grim for Hitsugaya, he will get back his Bankai back and defeat the Sternritters challenging him. Bleach can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: One Piece chapter 1087 | Jujutsu Kaisen Suguru Geto | Jujutsu Kaisen young Gojo blindfold | Jujutsu Kaisen art style comparison | Bleach anime-only scene | JJK Star Plasma Vessel | One Piece voice actors | Shonen Big Three | JJK chapter 229 spoilers | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 major deaths

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9 review: Ichigo’s much needed vacation VIZ MediaIn Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9, Ichigo and Renji practically go on a vacation, which masquerades itself as a training arc. Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9 continues the pacing set from the previous episode, providing some much needed breathing room between the intense fights which characterized the newest season of Bleach. Despite the almost slice of life tone, the episode cuts no corners — providing a thoroughly enjoyable viewing alongside excellent background context for one of the key side characters. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9! Ichigo and Renji’s training arc begins Both Ichigo and Renji enjoy their time in a hot spring, which is supposedly a healing spring that also tests the limits of the spiritual and physical body. Tenjirō Kirinji then randomly punches Ichigo, sending him flying into some rocks: “You’re all healed. If you weren’t, that punch would have killed you,” the hot tub master tells him. But what isn’t shown initially is that Ichigo managed to counter his attack by instinct, leaving Kiriniji’s hand shattered. Kirinji is known for his amazing speed, but since Ichigo’s movement wasn’t shown in the animation, this means the main protagonist is even faster than Kirinji. Renji then stands up, and takes a punch to the gut without flying. The two then proceed to the next destination, where they enjoy a spiritual energy refilling meal prepared by the one and only Kirio Hikifune. Once again, they’re shown relaxing. At this point, even Ichigo becomes self-aware and asks himself if he should really be relaxing at this point in time. Hikifune then walks in, suddenly slim and busty, stating the “relaxation” has all been part of the healing process, preparing them for what is sure to be a hellish training session. Hot springs and amazing looking food are both staples in anime, often making their appearances in series focusing on school life. Therefore, their appearance in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9 is rather welcome, showcasing the less serious aspects of the series while keeping true to the narrative progress. In essence, the fact that this is still helping them replenish their energy and grow stronger is a great precedent which doesn’t derail the story. Kirio Hikifune then sends the two to meet with Ōetsu Nimaiya, the creator of the very first Zanpakuto. Kenpachi versus Unohana While Ichigo and Renji are taking baths and eating lavish foods, Kenpachi and Unohana face off in a sparring match, where Unohana completely overwhelms Kenpachi. Retsu Unohana, previously known as Yachiru Unohana, was once known as a blood thirsty killer, and served as one of the original thirteen Captains. This plays in stark contrast with her current persona, but also makes sense seeing as how she avoided conflict in the past. She likely wanted to live a life of healing, rather than spreading bloodshed as she did in the past. She actually held the position of Captain of the 11th Division, and set the precedent for the battle craved theme of the division. For those who don’t keep track of each individual Division, Zaraki Kenpachi is the current Captain of the 11th Division, a position he earned by killing the previous Captain. Unohana takes it upon herself to train Kenpachi, who Soul Society fears. But after the results of the Quincy Invasion, various members realize increasing Kepnachi’s powers is a necessary evil. The action animation here is incredibly well done, providing intense fighting cinematography which helps showcase Unohana’s brutal fighting style. This scene also makes sure there’s enjoyable action to watch, while the main protagonist lives it up in what is essentially a holy haven. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 10 release date is on December 13. Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 8 review: Ichigo heads to the Royal Palace Viz MediaBleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 8 introduces a brand new bunch of captains who are known as the Royal Guard, who bring Ichigo and a couple others up to the Royal Palace. The eighth episode of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War drastically changes the action-packed pacing from the previous episodes. Instead of highlighting incredible animation cinematography, episode eight rather uses the time in the episode to settle down and highlight world-building. This slowing down in pace helps the series breathe, providing much-needed downtime to prepare for what is sure to be a massive battle. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 8! The Thirteen Squad Captains mourn Yamamoto’s death The captains capable of attending Captain Yamamoto’s funeral show up and mourn their leader’s death. Since his body was completely disintegrated, all they have to use as a memento is his shattered zanpakuto. They’re lost, confused, and defeated. Soi Fan uncharacteristically snaps, frustrated at the predicament they find themselves in. So much happened in the last couple of episodes. And seeing the squad captains so lost and overwhelmed brings an aspect of humanity to them. While they mourn the loss, Ichigo is shown talking to Mayuri Kurotsuchi. Ichigo’s zanpakuto is ruined, and therefore his powers are once again nerfed. Ichigo’s journey to regain his powers This is a trope very commonly seen in Bleach. Ichigo has lost his powers, and he now ventures with new people in order to regain them. In this case, he follows these newly introduced characters: the Royal Guard, also known as Squat Zero. This is a group of five captains, said to have a cumulative power far stronger than that of the Thirteen Squad Captains. The Thirteen Squad Captains are responsible for protecting Seireitei, the center of Soul Society, and the Royal Guard is responsible for protecting the Royal Palace where the Soul King resides. These new characters seem almost forced into the narrative. Where were they during the previous invasion? And much more, where were they when Aizen literally threatened the king and came incredibly close to reaching the Royal Palace? These are questions Soi Fon practically blurts out at them, only to be answered with the statement “it is your job to protect Seireitei, not ours.” The curt answer feels almost like a response to the relatively poor narrative planning, managing to smooth the narrative inconsistency, albeit not perfectly. The Royal Guard show up in Seireitei, offering their help to heal allies. Among the Royal Guard is a man who claims he can reforge Ichigo’s zanpakuto, Tensa Zangetsu. Though initially met with resistance, the Royal Guard end up taking Rukia, Byakuya, Renji, and Ichigo with them to the Royal Palace. They’re all launched into the air, and the viewers are introduced to the Royal Palace, which floats majestically above all other existence, almost as if it were the sun in the sky. The Royal Palace’s scenic introduction feels a little off-putting. This small castle in the sky was the main objective for Aizen, the original villain in the series. And the setting is sure to hold incredible plot relevance in the story moving forward. Ichigo then heads off to some hot springs with Tenjirō Kirinji, who was earlier revealed to be Unohana’s teacher. These hot springs provide an all-powerful healing property and will manage to heal Rukia, Byakuya, and Renji, who supposedly cannot be healed in Soul Society. The “cannot be healed in Soul Society” plot point feels rather weak. It feels random, and seems like a convenient method to bring fan-favorite characters into a setting of relevance rather than a natural flow of the story progression. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 9 release date is on December 6. Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 7 review: Ichigo’s triumphant return VIZ MediaIn Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 7, many of Soul Society’s main protectors fall to the hands of the Quincy, prompting Ichigo to break out of his prison and attempt to save them. The seventh episode of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War continues to impress, displaying high-quality animation and powerful moments which showcase the series’ greatest strengths. Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 7 begins by flashing back, providing context to Captain Yamamoto’s ideology. The episode then transitions into Ichigo’s triumphant return to Soul Society. And unlike the previous episode, the pacing is masterfully handled by the animation studio, pushing the plot forward at almost disorienting speeds. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 7! Captain Yamamoto’s fire burns out This episode provides never before seen background context to the very first 13 Division Captains, who are revealed to be cold-hearted killers. Captain Yamamoto led the original Captains by example, incinerating all who were unfortunate enough to stand in his way. But after achieving peace by exterminating the Quincy thousands of years ago, the leader of Soul Society changed his priorities to protect his people, rather than to spread destruction. Yamamoto hoped to not involve humans, as he felt the matters of Soul Society did not regard the living. Yamamoto’s stubborn efforts to keep humans out of his conflict leads to his downfall. Yhwach, the king of the Quincy, claims the head Captain should have had Orohime heal his left arm, which would restore much of his power. After some flashbacks, Yamamoto shows up on screen sliced in half. His upper body falls to the floor, and his death sparks a massive drop in morale for the Shinigami. This scene’s utter brutality adds more stakes to the series. Captain Yamamoto was the leader of Soul Society, and he was murdered as if he were some ordinary grunt. Ichigo’s hidden powers After being trapped for around two episodes, the main protagonist finally escapes his prison. And in doing so, Ichigo unlocks his hidden Quincy powers, a memento given to him by his mother. Ichigo quickly traverses Soul Society, attempting to save as many people as he can. He runs into Kuchiki Byakukya, who is on the verge of death. Despite Ichigo being a human from the realm of the living, and being taught not to rely on others, Byakuya begs Ichigo to save Soul Society. After Ichigo leaves, Byakuya drops his sword, which dissipates into dust. The man who stood against Ichigo during his first trip to Soul Society stands impaled and lifeless, relying on Ichigo to save all that Byakuya holds dear to him. Byakuya’s injured state stands in stark contrast with Captain Yamamoto’s, who, no matter the circumstance, hated the idea of relying on humans. Both represented different aspects of Soul Society. Ichigo then enters combat with Yhwach, where the protagonist discovers his locked potential. But despite his heroic entrance, Ichigo is utterly beaten. The episode ends after the Quincy depart, leaving Soul Society in shambles. Their leader has been killed, alongside so many others. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 8 release date is on November 29 Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 6 review: Captain Yamamoto’s extinguished fire VIZ MediaBleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 6 focuses primarily on Captain Yamamoto, the leader of Soul Society, as he faces off against the king of the Quincy. The sixth episode of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War centers primarily around Captain Yamamoto and his fight against Yhwach. While they battle, the very climate of Soul Society begins to change, showcasing the sheer power present. In previous episodes, the focus of the episode shifted around, showcasing multiple characters engaged in combat. Therefore, episode 6’s decision to highlight only Captain Yamamoto’s fight feels off-putting, drastically slowing down the series’ now iconic fast paced storytelling. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 6! Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto’s fearsome Bankai The two respective leaders face off in a heated battle. Captain Yamamoto reveals his Bankai for the first time, essentially turning all of Soul Society into a heated oven. His Bankai is called Zanka no Tachi, and traps all of his flames into his blade. This initial portrayal of his power goes in a different direction from the typical power expressions normalized in Bleach. Instead of massive fires and explosive aura, the atmosphere becomes eerily calm. The air sits heavy, crackling from the intense heat. After trading some blows, Captain Yamamoto reveals yet another transformation: Zanka no Tachi, West, Zanjitsu Gokui. This ability allows Yamamoto to create an army of undead from the ones he killed in the past. And though a cool ability, it’s at this point the episode’s weakness blatantly glares. IMAGE When compared to the other fights in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War, this particular one feels drawn out. The entire episode is essentially dedicated to this fight. The animation quality tanks, evident through Yamamoto’s various flames, and all the cool powers Yamamoto showcases end up being completely useless. Yamamoto’s life-ending mistake The leader of Soul Society uses all his power to strike down Yhwach. His attack slices Yhwach in half, and Captain Yamamoto boasts of his victory. But it ends up being an imposter, and Yamamoto is left powerless to fend against the real Yhwach after he exhausted his energy to take down the random goon. Yhwach preemptively strikes the Soul Reaper, stealing his Bankai and essentially spelling his death sentence. This renders all the previous scenes in the episode essentially worthless. Yamamoto’s incredible Bankai and his death-defying abilities all end up being utterly useless, serving only as a power flaunt for Soul Society’s leader before he is forever dead in the series. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 8 release date is on November 29 Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 5 review: Ichigo imprisoned VIZ MediaIn Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 5, Ichigo is imprisoned in the black void between Hueco Mundo and Soul Society, allowing fan favorite side characters to have precious screen time. The fifth episode of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War focuses on the Shinigami in Soul Society, showcasing multiple fights against the Quincy. Meanwhile, Ichigo remains strapped in the black void known as Garaganta, the zone between Hueco Mundo and Soul Society. Ichigo’s absence allows the Shinigami Captains’ scenes to feel more personal, providing precious screen time for the previously neglected side characters. Once again, the pacing in the episode is phenomenally fast, skimming past various plot points and thereby allowing for maximum engagement. But by speeding up the pacing, Thousand Year Blood War episode 5 vastly simplifies fights which could have been amazing spectacles. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 5! Byakuya Kuchiki’s courageous stand Captain Byakuya faces off against the Quincy who stole his powers in the previous episode. This Quincy’s name is Äs Nödt. While staring his opponent down, Byakuya can’t help but shake in fear, which is uncharacteristic of the stoic captain. The enemy reveals his powers allows him to feed fear to his opponents, essentially poisoning their mental. This power isn’t anything innovative, and is actually a rather lackluster moment in the manga. But in the anime, the production quality pretty much carries the scene through, quickly moving past it and leaving Byakuya impaled in the process. At this moment, one of Soul Society’s strongest captains falls to the ground, increasing the intensity of the war. Yamamoto Genryuusai’s burning rage Captain Yamamoto’s fury is easily the highlight of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 5. He runs into the enemy who killed his Vice Captain, Sasakibe Chojiro. The Quincy’s name is Driscoll Berci, and he strikes the leader of Soul Society with Chojiro’s Bankai. Yamamoto takes the full forced of it without flinching, then proceeds to kill Berci with a single flaming strike. Berci’s body burns away, revealing his skeleton briefly before disintegrating into ash. The fire erased the villain’s existence so fast that Berci couldn’t even register that he was being killed. The wonderful fire animations alongside quick flashback accentuate his anger, making for an incredibly satisfying revenge scene. After killing Berci, Yamamoto storms across the battlefield. Others, motivated by his spiritual pressure, prepare to battle to their fullest potential. Kenpachi Zaraki’s introduction reveals a glaring flaw After Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 5’s opening, a random shot of Kenpachi shows up on screen. He’s carrying with him the body of three dead Quincy. This single frame is very alarming, since it completely skips a lot of the background context surrounding his fights. Later on in the episode, the teased scene debuts. The scene lacks to give a proper recap of the intense fights, and instead flashes back only for a couple of seconds to show Kenpachi massacre his foes. This was clearly a strategic move to keep up with the pacing present in the previous episodes. Though they successfully push the plot forward, animation studio Pierrot omit big fights which were clearly intended to hold plot relevance. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 5 will premiere on November 15 Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 4 review: Soul Society crumbles ShueishaIn Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 4, the Quincy proceed to decimate Soul Society, slaughtering many of the lower-ranking Shinigami. The fourth episode of Bleach: Thousand Year Blood war paces itself similarly to the other episodes. In other words, the story moves forward at almost disorienting speeds, uncharacteristic of anime within its genre. Thus far, each episode of the season has more content than five separate episodes of other Shounen anime, such as Naruto and One Piece. This very much plays to the series’ strengths, increasing engagement episode to episode while providing an incredibly high production value. Without further ado, let’s jump into the Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 4 review – spoiler warning! The Captains make a big blunder During the initial invasion, various captains face off against their own respective Quincy. They quickly realize these opponents aren’t to be taken lightly, prompting Captain Hitsugaya, Kuchiki Byakuya, and the doggo character, Sajin Komamura, to unleash their bankai. Upon calling on their ultimate techniques, the Quincy steal their bankai, resulting in three of the thirteen Shinigami Captains losing their powers simultaneously. Information spreads throughout Soul Society, and the remaining captains are left crippled by the Quincy’s bankai stealing contraption. The only character who can use their bankai properly appears to be Ichigo Kurosaki. This plot point comes directly from the manga, and received tons of controversy during the serialized weekly releases. The anime’s interpretation of this is faster-paced and better executed, but still feels like a cheap nerf to many of the community’s favorite characters, all in order to accentuate Ichigo’s importance in the plot. Ichigo attempts to travel to Soul Society After being contacted by Akon, the Vice-President of the Shinigami Research and Development Institute, Ichigo quickly departs Hueco Mundo, attempting to head to Soul Society. But before reaching his destination, Quilge Opie, the Quincy Ichigo was fighting, blocks the path off. He shoots a couple more arrows, which close off the opening, trapping Ichigo in the alternate dimension. This prevents Ichigo from reaching Soul Society, and providing them with the emergency support they required. This opens up the story to give other characters more spotlight, but also feels like a typical stall that prevents the main character from showing up on time. The narrative itself isn’t all that innovative or commendable, yet it doesn’t take away from the episode’s quality production. Despite minor narrative issues, Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 4 still shines thanks to its excellent action choreography, pacing, sound design, and animation. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 5 will premiere on November 8 Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 3 review: Invasion on Soul Society Vizmedia ShueishaIn Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 3 the Quincy and Shinigami continue waging war in Soul Society while Ichigo defends the surviving Arrancar in Hueco Mundo. The third episode of Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War picks right up where episode 2 left off, showcasing Ichigo’s fight against Quilge Opie, who is the Quincy in charge of capturing the Arrancar. While the two fight, the Shinigami in Soul Society prepare to wage war against the Quincy, who are destined to be the Shinigami’s mortal enemies. Throughout episode 3, Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War keeps its quality consistent, just like the previous two episodes. In other words, it’s a phenomenal production. Without further ado, let’s jump into the Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 3 review – spoiler warning! Ichigo faces off against Quilge Opie Quilge Opie is the main Quincy in charge in Hueco Mundo, and is the opponent who was set up to be Ichigo’s first real opponent in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War. The previous episodes displayed the Quincy’s overwhelming power, setting precedent for the ensuing fight. And in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 3, Quilge’s power is directly compared to Ichigo’s. During this confrontation, viewers are able to gauge how strong Ichigo has really become after Bleach’s years long hiatus. The fight progresses at alarming speeds, providing quality animation and fight cinematography. Though the face off doesn’t conclude within this episode; Quilge Opie goes through two whole transformations in the short twenty minute episode. These monstrous transformations highlight one of Tite Kubo’s biggest strengths, character design. In addition, the accelerated pacing improves upon the original manga’s sluggish story telling, keeping only the best moments while increasing the quality of these moments by utilizing top tier animation. Quincy invade Soul Society In Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 3, the Quincy and Shinigami are revealed to be mortal enemies fated to clash. The Quincy exterminate hollows completely, and therefore threaten the natural balance, while Shinigami cleanse the hollow so their soul returns to the natural cycle of spirituality. Therefore, though they both hunt hollow, their two goals directly contradict one another. This explanation allows the conflict to feel more prewritten, with hints of the ensuing war having been planted as early as Ishida Uryu’s initial introduction to the series. As for the invasion itself, it occurs very suddenly. The Quincy appear, and pillars of blue flames erupt across Soul Society. A close look into the flames reveal bodies being thrown by the flame’s force, likely dying upon landing. Captain Yamamoto previously ordered the Shinigami to be ready for war prior to the invasion, but despite the order, they are grossly underprepared. Side characters’ limbs are instantly blown off, and countless Shinigami are massacred by the Quincy in a matter of seconds. The pacing, once again, is a bit disorienting but very much welcome. Bleach’s accelerated story telling help distinguish it from other slower paced Shounen anime, such as One Piece and Naruto, while also helping highlight showcase the brutality and power difference between characters. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 4 will premiere on November 1. Want more Bleach Thousand Year Blood War reviews? Check out our other episodic reviews below: Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2 review: Hueco Mundo devastated YouTube: vizmedia ShueishaBleach Thousand Year Blood War episode 2 increases the stakes of the upcoming war, showing off the strengths of Ichigo’s enemies while reminding the audience of the sheer brutality present in the series. The second episode of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War continues to impress, as it showcases the quality in animation and pacing. Despite primarily serving as precedence for an ensuing conflict, the moments presented in the second episode do a great job of providing context without being overly boring. The first episode succeeds in reintroducing the series, while the second increases the stakes of the predicaments introduced in episode one. Without much further ado, let’s jump into the Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2 review – spoiler warning! Various realms in peril The first scene of Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2 highlights the enemy’s overwhelming strength and brutality. The leader of the enemies blasts off the limbs of his servants. He kills them with no hesitation, setting the tone for the rest of the episode. Bleach then flashes back and forth between Soul Society and Japan, playing with the stark contrast between the two. Whereas in Soul Society they hold a funeral for the departed, and Yamamoto bids farewell to his faithful assistant, Japan seems practically unfazed by the looming danger. Outside of Ichigo and his friends, who prepare for the ensuing battle, Japan is eerily peaceful. This comparison between the two realms is masterfully handled, helping characterize the various settings alongside the unease in the air. Ichigo and his friends learn from Nel that Hueco Mundo was attacked, and most of the Arrancar were slaughtered by the mysterious enemies. Ichigo and his friends, excluding Ishida, travel to Hueco Mundo to save the survivors. Hueco Mundo is devastated Arrancar were once impressive enemies who threatened Ichigo and his friends’ lives during Aizen’s reign of power. But in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2, they’re used purely as fodder for the Quincy to destroy. Surviving Arrancar’s attempt to assault the Quincy, and though they manage to kill off the small soldiers, the Quincy Captain easily beats the survivors up. This is a common tactic in Shounen anime, where the power creep essentially nerfs previously powerful characters in order to showcase the new enemy’s strengths. And though it’s an overused concept, Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2 does manage to use the overdone strategy to highlight the series’ brutality without using these fights to stall screen time. Though nothing incredibly substantial occurs in Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 2, it’s still a wonderful watch. The episode’s editing and pacing are wonderfully done, and the circumstances for Ichigo’s next battle have been set. Want more Bleach Thousand Year Blood War reviews? Check out our other episodic reviews below: Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 12 review: The season finale VIZ MediaBleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 12 concludes the return of the series, while preparing the setting for what is sure to be another action packed arc. Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 12 is the season finale. Rather than ending the season with a bang, the episode goes through some necessary lore to set up for the next battles. Therefore, it definitely makes for a bit of a lackluster finale, but ties some loose ends in the story. A quick spoiler warning below for Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 12! Ichigo’s true Zanpakuto According to this episode, the Zanpakuto Ichigo believed to be his Zanpakuto wasn’t actually his, but can be as long as he accepts it within his heart. Yeah, it’s super convoluted and weird and is, frankly, one of Bleach’s weakest plot points throughout its entire run as as series. This episode pretty much reveals that the old man Zangetsu, who the audience alongside Ichigo completely believed to be the physical embodiment of his Zanpakuto, was actually his Quincy powers taking the form of Yhwach, the king of the Quincy from a thousand years prior. And the purpose of the Yhwach’s form was supposedly to hinder Ichigo’s Shinigami powers. Yhwach, or Zangetsu ( it’s hard to really put a name on this “character”), tells Ichigo his hollow form was actually the real Zanpakuto this entire time, and Yhwach was meant to stop Ichigo from fully realizing his potential. But Ichigo pretty much just ignores all of this, and goes “you’re both my Zanpakuto,” and it somehow rings true. This doesn’t make much sense, since it literally ignores the plot points that the Zangetsu Yhwach tells him, but Ichigo just decides to believe in Yhwach even though he literally tells him he’s been deceiving him this whole time, which then allows Ichigo to wield both sides of his powers. This plot point essentially spits on the rest of the series and Ichigo’s hard fought battles, but is also essential to moving the story forward and cannot in any way or form be ignored to progress the narrative. Therefore, Bleach Thousand Year Blood War must cover this weak plot point. The anime does its best to present the plot point in a way which at least makes emotional sense for Ichigo’s character development, but the logic is still very inconsistent. The anime still does a much better job of this than the manga, which believe it or not, made even less sense. While Ichigo goes on this journey of self discovery, Shinigami in Soul Society go on what is pretty much their own training arcs, where they unlock more power within themselves. The conclusion which doesn’t conclude anything The season finale is easily the worst episode of the series thus far, since it’s used to go over the very necessary and poorly written plot points which plagued the manga during its original serialization. But there’s good news — the following sequel to this series has been announced, and the story is not over quite yet. Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 12 concludes nothing in regards to narrative, but rather sets up for a continued anime serialization which is sure to be jam packed with action and fun. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Part 2 continues in July 2023. Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10 | Episode 11

Bleach Thousand Year Blood War Episode 1 review: Ichigo’s return YouTube: Viz MediaBleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 1 marks the long awaited return of Ichigo and his gang of friends, introducing the ending of the unconcluded story surrounding the Shinigami, also known as Soul Reapers, of Soul Society. Alongside One Piece and Naruto, Bleach used to be widely considered one of the three kings during a golden period of Shounen anime. However, Bleach was cancelled years ago due to the manga’s pacing issues alongside creative droughts. Many assumed it would never return again, especially after many of the long-time committed fans fell out of the series. The first episode of Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War maneuvers effectively around issues which plagued the manga, highlighting only the strengths of the series – all while improving upon the canonical lore while showcasing gorgeous action animation. Without further ado, let’s jump into the review. Spoiler warning below for Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 1! Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 1 reintroduces the series With Bleach’s controversial reception towards the end of its life cycle, expectations were mixed for the new season. But the first episode of Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War impressed the community. The animation took no shortcuts, and the pacing moved very fast. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War episode 1 begins by introducing the main antagonists, who quickly declare war on Soul Society. Fights break out all across the Bleach universe, and the story moves forward at a quick, yet not disorienting, pace. Ichigo and his gang of friends return Ichigo’s super-powered group of friends are reintroduced when they abruptly show up to save two random Shinigami’s, or Soul Reaper’s, lives. The three side characters, Chad, Orohime, and Uryu, are introduced by name after a short but flashy power showcase. For fans who are new, this short but effective introduction helps them quickly understand who the main characters are. As for the older fans, this impressive show of power assures them the characters are still in peak condition. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War skips controversial filler A large part of the series’ controversy was towards Ichigo’s bullish transformations and power. Every time he fought an opponent, Ichigo ended up somehow using the enemy’s powers himself, making for predictable and lazy story telling. Ichigo loses his powers after overexerting himself against Aizen in the Arrancar arc, which lead to a series of arcs where Ichigo is pathetically weak then randomly powerful. Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Episode 1 completely skips these plot points for the better and debuts Ichigo in his prime – thereby cutting right into the action. Character introductions and plot points are summarized stupendously without utilizing the infamous flashback recaps. In regards to plot relevance, there’s a lot that the first episode honestly skips out on, but it very minimally impacts the story engagement. Want more Bleach Thousand Year Blood War reviews? Check out our other episodic reviews below: Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Episode 4 | Episode 5 | Episode 6 | Episode 7 | Episode 8 | Episode 9 | Episode 10

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War drops epic trailer at Anime Expo Viz MediaThe first trailer for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War dropped at Anime Expo 2022, and fans are excited to see the latest manga adaptation. “The confined Quincy King regains his pulse after 900 years, his mind after 90 years, his strength after nine years, and the world in nine days. “This is the last nine days of the world.” These are the first lines shown in the new trailer for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, which was dropped at this month’s Anime Expo by VIZ Media. And by the looks of it, this upcoming series is going to be epic. Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War drops epic trailer World Premiere of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War PV at #AnimeExpo. The Quincy King has arrived. Ichigo, please save Soul Society. #BleachTYBW pic.twitter.com/luu5xO9flX — VIZ (@VIZMedia) July 3, 2022 The trailer, which is jam-packed full of action and amazing visuals, shows what the main issue for Bleach protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki will be over this new and potentially final season: “Save the Soul Society, Ichigo Kurosaki!” It seems like he is certainly trying to, as the trailer portrays him swinging his iconic sword, and fighting all kinds of foes. It shows a number of other characters doing the same, as the trailer is mainly introducing audiences to who will be returning for this season of the anime, particularly the Sternritter folk. The trailer also shows how the series’ animation has developed over the years. Tite Kubo, the original creator of the Bleach – often stylized as BLEACH – manga, appeared in a video message to fans during Bleach’s Anime Expo panel, stating that fans can “expect modern contemporary coloring and a new and refreshing viewing experience with the new anime.” Along with the trailer, a promotional poster was also released, showing the series’ upcoming characters in more detail. What will happen in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War? This new season, which will be the 17th season of the anime, will undoubtedly follow the Thousand-Year Blood War arc of Tite Kubo’s manga. This is the final arc of the manga, covering volumes 55-74, running over 200 chapters. The plot involves the Wandenreich, a secret group of the Quincy. A thousand years ago, the Quincy were defeated in a war against the Shinigami. In the fallout, they escaped and hid for years, but they’ve since been regaining their power. Read More: Crunchyroll Anime Expo 2022 – All Anime News – The Wandenreich is now expected to attack the Soul Society, creating an all-out war between the Shinigami and the Quincy. And it’s up to the soul reaper protagonist Ichigo to save the Soul Society. It’s been a good few years since the last season of Bleach, as the show – produced by Studio Pierrot and directed by Noriyuki Abe – originally ran from October 2004 to March 2012, spanning 366 episodes. But the manga had been running since before and after the series was aired on TV Tokyo, officially ending in 2016. But the Bleach anime train hasn’t exactly stopped, as the series had four films, two OVAs, multiple video games, novels, stage plays, and even a live-action film in 2018. So Bleach hasn’t exactly fallen off the radar, and fans are just as excited to watch this new arc arrive on the silver screen. When and where can I watch Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War? Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War will premiere on TV Tokyo in October of this year, and VIZ Media will release the series in English around the same time. So it’s just 3 more months until we’re back in the world of Bleach! Previous seasons of Bleach are currently available to stream on Crunchyroll.

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3 episode count revealed, and it’s good news VizWe’re gradually learning more and more about Bleach’s return as we get closer to Part 3 of Thousand-Year Blood War, and now we know how long it is. After 20 years and almost 400 episodes, the Bleach anime show is coming to an end. Yes, Ichigo Kurosaki has really been battling the forces of evil on our screens for that long, and hard as it might be to accept, he’s about to lay his sword down for the final time. In 2022, Thousand-Year Blood War kicked off, adapting the massive final arc of Tite Kubo’s smash hit manga. We’ve gotten two cours so far, and now it’s been confirmed that Cour 3 has 13 episodes, promising a good, meaty salvo as the penultimate chapter of the franchise. So far, Thousand-Year Blood War, the 17th season of Bleach overall, has given us 26 episodes. So Cour 3 will be the same length as the previous parts. It’s a relief, since sometimes the last cours become a feature-length or truncated production, like what happened on Attack on Titan. Alas, Pierrot appears to be avoiding this issue, likewise providing an adaptation that isn’t too drawn out, another issue Attack on Titan suffered from towards the end. Tomohisa Taguchi is directing Bleach’s last hurrah, an increasingly accomplished anime filmmaker whose other credits include the Persona franchise and The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes, an underrated anime movie from 2022. Given his results to date, this last chapter will be one to remember. There are four cours planned, so after this, there’s just one installment left and Ichigo’s story is complete. The franchise has enjoyed mileage very few ever get close to, rivaling One Piece in overall length, though without the same consistency. Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Cour 3 kicks off on October 5, 2024. It’s easily one of the biggest upcoming anime of the year, and comes right as Dragon Ball Daima and My Hero Academia: You’re Next land as well.

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War sparks uproar with surprise recasting IMDBBleach: Thousand-Year Blood War sent shockwaves through the anime community with a last-minute recasting decision that ignited a heated Twitter debate. Bleach is perhaps one of the most popular anime series of all time. Based on the manga series of the same name by Tite Kubo, the original series aired from 2004 to 2012 and gained a devoted fanbase worldwide. Which is why fans were so excited when the manga’s final story arc, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War (TYBW), received an anime adaptation of its own. The second cour is still currently being broadcast in the United States, with fans looking forward to the release of the English dubbed version. However, they will now wait longer than anticipated due to a shock casting announcement on X/Twitter. But what prompted this sudden change, and why has it stirred such strong reactions within the anime community? Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War controversy explained On October 7, 2023, Anairis Quiñones took to X to announce that she had secured the role as the new voice for beloved character Yoruichi. Yoruichi, acknowledged as an iconic character symbolizing diversity in anime, generated immense excitement among fans who eagerly anticipated her portrayal by a woman of color. However, weeks later on October 21, the actress took to the social media platform to reveal that she had been replaced in the role – a move which triggered waves of anger and disappointment across various social media platforms. In the October 21 tweet, Quiñones shared, “Hey yall! The studio & client decided to go in a different direction, so I am no longer voicing Yoruichi in Bleach TYBW and my recordings will be replaced. It meant a lot to take on such an iconic WOC. I appreciate all the love!! I’ll still be voicing Hiyori.” Quiñones had initially stepped in to replace the former Yoruichi voice actor, Wendee Lee, as part of a cast update within the anime. The studios, Viz Media and Studiopolis, implemented similar changes for other characters. For example, Chad – a character of mixed Japanese and Mexican heritage – whose original voice actor, Jamieson Price, made way for Cuban-American actor Alain Mesa. However, the studios since reversed the decision to cast Quiñones as Yoruichi, causing an outpouring of frustration and disappointment on X/Twitter and other platforms. Original Yoruichi actor responds to uproar Wendee Lee, a veteran voice actor whose career has spanned over 40-years, has earned recognition for her significant roles in English-dubbed anime, including Faye Valentine in Cowboy Bebop and Kei in Akira. She had formerly voiced Yoruichi in the original English dub of Bleach from 2004 to 2012 and will now reprise the role for the upcoming season. The decision to reverse this casting choice has ignited a heated online debate about diversity in casting and the representation of characters of color in media. And Bleach’s spot among anime’s “Big Three” alongside One Piece and Naruto makes the recasting of Yoruichi even more contentious. Many fans are voicing support for Quiñones’s right to the role, and the wider importance of ensuring that voice actors of color have the opportunity to portray a wide range of characters. Others have taken to the Bleach Subreddit to argue that maintaining the character’s original voice is essential for its consistency, regardless of who portrays them. Lee herself has received significant backlash over her social media reactions to the recasting of her Bleach character. In many of her (now deleted) posts, she actively defended her right to reprise her role as Yoruichi, an stance that many fans interpreted as toxic. In response to the controversy, she has since offered an apology to Quiñones on X/Twitter and welcomed her to the cast in her role as Hiyori. However, the reaction to Lee’s comments speaks to a greater controversy around representation among voice actors for characters of color. And despite Quiñones publicly acknowledging that Lee reached out to her, it appears that she hasn’t accepted her apology. “I haven’t responded to Wendee privately as I have no energy or interest in participating in the situation than I already have,” she tweeted on October 23. “I am not ready to talk. Please respect that.” As the online debate over representation and diversity in anime continues, Viz Media and Studiopolis – the studios that set all this in motion – have yet to issue official statements regarding the situation. 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Bleach: The secret behind Dual Zanpakuto explained Dual Zanpakuto is an extremely unusual occurrence in Bleach. However, it doesn’t determine the wielder’s strengths or weaknesses. Bleach portrays a variety of characters with numerous races and abilities. Soul Reapers, the series’ central characters, always carry a Zanpakuto. They use the Zanpakuto to carry out their missions of defeating Hollows and helping lost souls find their way to the Soul Society. In its sealed state, a Zanpakuto resembles an ordinary sword. However, once released, each weapon has a distinct appearance and set of abilities. A Soul Reaper has a special connection with its Zanpakuto and has the ability to communicate with its spirit. The released form of a Zanpakuto is usually a single weapon, such as a sword, spear, or axe. However, every once in a while, a Zanpakuto will have two blades. In the entirety of Bleach, only three characters have Dual Zanpakuto – but it has nothing to do with their strengths and weaknesses. What is the secret behind Dual Zanpakuto in Bleach? The appearance of Dual Zanpakuto is so rare in the Soul Society that up until the TYBW arc, Shunsui Kyoraku and Jushiro Ukitake were the only Soul Reapers wielding Dual Zanpakutos. While they both have two separate blades, Ukitake’s Zanpakuto is connected with some sort of rope or string. Later, after realising his true powers as a Quincy and Soul Reaper, Ichigo Kurosaki gained a new Zanpkauto with two separate blades. Gaining a Dual Zanpakuto in Bleach is no coincidence. It only happens when external factors are involved where an additional spirit is residing in the Soul Reaper’s Zanpakuto. Every known Dual Zanpakuto in Bleach Ichigo Kurosaki’s Zangetsu symbolises his powers as both a Soul Reaper and a Quincy. His two blades are different in size and shape where. The larger one is manifested from his Soul Reaper powers, while the smaller one represents his Quincy powers. Furthermore, Shunsui Kyoraku’s Katen Kyokotsu is a pair of giant black blades with silver edges. The reason behind Shunsui having Dual Zanpakuto is revealed in his backstory when he was trusted to hide his brother’s Zanpakuto. Later, after becoming a Soul Reaper, Shunsui got his own Zanpakuto. It was able to store another spirit in the form of an identical sword. On the other hand, Jushiro Ukitake’s Sogyo no Kotowari is a pair of similar-looking swords. The swords have a large red rope connecting them from the base of the hilt. It was revealed in the final arc of Bleach that Jushiro has had a separate existence residing within him: Mimihagi. It is a fallen deity that was once the right hand of the Soul King that saved his life as a child. Bleach can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Bleach: The powers and abilities of Soul King explained CrunchyrollIn Bleach, the Soul King is the most powerful entity who maintains the balance of the world. Here’s a look at his powers and abilities. Bleach TYBW returns with its second part, featuring Yhwach and the Sternritters preparing for the second Quincy Invasion. Yhwach’s ultimate goal is to kill the Soul King. This will destroy the world of the living, Hueco Mundo, and of course, the Soul Society. To break the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, Yhwach resolves to join the human world, the Soul Society, and Hueco Mundo in order to abolish humanity’s fear of death. To do that, Yhwach doesn’t hesitate to commit genocide or even murder his own father, the Soul King. Bleach has mentioned Soul King quite a few times. However, even though the final arc is ongoing, the series has yet to reveal this legendary being and explore his powers and abilities What are the roles and responsibilities of the Soul King? The Soul King is the nominal ruler of Soul Society, residing in the Soul King Palace and guarded by the Royal Guard. He is a sealed god-like being whose existence is linked to all the worlds. The Soul King is not involved in the governance of Soul Society and never interferes. The majority of Shinigami have never seen him. He is revered and symbolic to them, but he is not present in their lives. The Soul King’s only role is to regulate and stabilize the flow of souls into and out of Soul Society. The balance is lost without him, and Soul Society, as well as the Dangai, Hueco Mundo, and Human World, would all collapse into one. According to Yhwach, this leads to the unity of life and death and the establishment of a world free of fear of death. The Soul King in Bleach is strong in an unconventional way He has more Spiritual Energy than any living being. The Soul King also has the ability to perceive and change the future – the Almighty. However, that’s the extent of his powers. He cannot fight against enemies and cannot even protect himself. What’s worse, he cannot move or even think for himself. Because of being unbelievably powerful, he was mutilated and sealed by the Soul Reapers millennium ago. Though the world was formed, it was built upon his sacrifice. He was killed only with a swing of Ichigo’s sword, who was compelled by his Quincy world. The Soul King has his limbs scattered all across the Soul Society. Bleach can be currently streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: One Piece chapter 1087 | Jujutsu Kaisen Suguru Geto | Jujutsu Kaisen young Gojo blindfold | Jujutsu Kaisen art style comparison | Bleach anime-only scene | JJK Star Plasma Vessel | One Piece voice actors | Shonen Big Three | One Piece recent death | Bleach Episode 15 spoilers | JJK Season 2 Episode 2 spoilers

Bleach: The captivating anime-only scene explains the origin of Yhwach CrunchyrollBleach TYBW returns with its Cour 2, featuring stellar animation, and begins with an anime-only scene that quickly draws the viewers’ in. Here’s how the scene explains the origin of Yhwach in Bleach. The highly-anticipated Bleach TYBW continues as the first episode begins with an eerie visual depiction of Yhwach’s birth and life before becoming the King of Quincies. The visuals for the entire episode are stellar. The first scene sets the mood perfectly for what’s about to come. Unlike the previous Bleach, which is popular for its comedy and cheerful vibe, the final arc is intense. Therefore, it makes sense to begin the first episode of Part 2 with scary visuals to give viewers a glimpse of what’s to expect from the rest of the season. It sets the mood perfectly while also explaining the past of the all-powerful Quincy King. In Bleach, Yhwach is an existence that no one else can compare to. Here’s what we know about his origin. Bleach TYBW’s anime-only scene reveals why Yhwach was worshipped Just like the Bleach anime suggests, Yhwach was born to an unknown mother. As a child, he couldn’t see, hear, speak, or even move. Nonetheless, the people around him gradually began to worship him as a god. This is because anyone who would him will gain something they lack. Born as the son of the Soul King, Yhwach is nothing less than a divine being with immeasurable power. He has the ability to share his own soul with anyone who touches him. By receiving a fragment of Yhwach’s soul, the people will be able to heal their wounds. Although no one who received the fragments lived for long, Yhwach was always surrounded by more people as time passed. When they die, the soul fragments will return back to Yhwach, and within time, Yhwach’s body begins to gain function. He became able to do just about anything a normal person could. He was granted the unusual name “Yhwach” by his worshippers. The Quincies in Bleach are called Yhwach’s children since they have fragments of his soul with them. Bleach can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll and Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 art style | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 2 | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 main villains | One Piece’s voice actors | One Piece live-action Straw Hat Pirates | Jujutsu Kaisen Gojo’s Past Arc | Jujutsu Kaisen schedule | One Piece Sun God Nika | One Piece Vegapunk | Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba meaning | Black Butler 2024

Bleach reportedly getting Thousand-Year Blood War anime in 2021 Viz Media / PierrotPopular anime Bleach is reportedly making its long awaited return. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the groundbreaking franchise is supposedly getting a new set of episodes in 2021 to cover the Thousand-Year Blood War arc. Bleach originally debuted as a manga in the iconic Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, however its 2004 anime adaption made it a household name. The animated series ended in 2016 and didn’t cover the full story – until now. According to reports, after an almost 10-year hiatus, the beloved property will make its return to television to tackle the ‘War’ arc in the long-running saga. Here is everything we know about the new show. Bleach reportedly making its return The long-running series was formed into an anime by studio Pierrot, and aired from 2004 to 2012 for a total of 16 seasons. However, much to the dismay of fans, the final arc was never given an adaptation. Scans of an upcoming Weekly Shonen Jump Magazine made their way onto social media, and surprisingly revealed that Bleach will get a new set of episodes. Twitter user TheOrihime tweeted out pictures taken from the magazine and exclaimed, “It’s Confirmed!! The Bleach Anime Is Being Animated yay!” with one of the pages confirming a “2021” release. It’s Confirmed!! The Bleach Anime Is Being Animated yayyyy!!! #Anime #Bleach #BLEACH2020 #BleachBloodWarAnime pic.twitter.com/kf0pCuZouK — Orihime Kurosaki 織姫 (@TheOrihime) March 18, 2020 According to gaming outlet Polygon, the announcement was supposed to be revealed during a panel at AnimeJapan 2020 – but was cancelled due to the ongoing virus crisis. The official announcement seems to be set for March 20th, as Shonen Jump’s official YouTube account has a “20th anniversary project” stream which is scheduled to go live then. Fans of the anime went absolutely wild for the breaking news, and took to social media to celebrate, such as user ‘DinoDeeBleDee’ who emotionally said “I honestly want to cry… ITS BEEN 9 YEARS. APRIL 2012. since Bleach ended!” I honestly want to cry… ITS BEEN 9 YEARS. APRIL 2012. since Bleach ended. And NOW. AFTER PETITION, AFTER PETITION, WE finnaly DiD IT. ⚠️BLEACH IS OFFICIALLY BACK. ⚠️ WORDS CANNOT … I HONESTLY DIDNT think IT would NEVER COME. Year after year of waiting!!#ImStillBleach pic.twitter.com/HjNIDbgkkO— 🖤Odd.littlebirdy🖤 (@DinoDeeBleDee) March 18, 2020 Those interested in experiencing the series’ epic plot can catch the show in its entirety on Crunchyroll and Netflix. It’s the perfect time for fans to catch up, and for new viewers to start watching before the new season arrives.

Bleach fans expect villain’s return in Thousand-Year Blood War to “break the internet” Tite Kubo/PierrotBleach fans are eagerly waiting for the release of Thousand-Year Blood War cour 3, and they’re convinced that the return of the franchise’s best villain will “break the internet”. Bleach is considered one of the best anime of all time, and the third cour of its last season is among of highly anticipated upcoming anime in 2024. However, the release date hasn’t been announced yet, much to the dismay of fans. But that hasn’t curbed the fandom’s excitement as they are eagerly look forward to the return of Aizen in Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War — The Conflict. The villain has been absent from the series for too long, and this is the arc when he finally makes his reappearance. Sosuke Aizen, a former Captain of Gotei 13 and the primary antagonist of the first part of Bleach, is unanimously regarded as the best villain of the series. Full of charm, wit, and malicious intent, Aizen is not only Bleach’s best antagonist but also an icon in the anime world. The final season of Bleach adapts the Thousand-Year Blood War Arc, the final arc of the manga. Its villain, Yhwach, is the strongest opponent Ichigo ever faces in his life. However, it’s Aizen who has everyone waiting for his return, especially after fans saw of glimpse of him in Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War cour 3’s trailer back in December 2023. “Aizen has the best return and is going to break everything,” comments one user on X. “When Aizen returns in Cour 3 it will break the internet,” posts another fan. A third writes, “Aizen’s comeback this year gonna move mountains.” Though the fandom are pumped about Aizen’s comeback in Bleach TYBW cour 3, he only really appears in the story for a very short time. But given his character, he makes it worthwhile as his comeback has an incredible impact on the plot. So, it’s a good thing for the fans that the upcoming Anime Expo 2024, running fro July 4 to 7 in Los Angeles, will reveal a new sneak peak of Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3, suggesting that the anime’s release might be sooner rather than later. For more on Shinigami and Quincy, find out who is Giselle Gewell, the true meaning behind Gin’s final words, the powers and abilities of Soul King, and why the Bleach anime was cancelled.

Bleach creator was called out by Shonen Jump for how he treated editor VizBleach creator admits he didn’t let anyone influence his story, not even his editor during the serialization. Bleach manga ended in 2012 but it still remains one of the most beloved series of all time. The anime is adapting the final arc after over ten years of hiatus. As the creator of Bleach, Tite Kubo kept a tight grip on his story. It’s common in Shonen Jump for editors to make suggestions and work with the author to change the plot according to what readers usually prefer. However, Kubo reveals he never let his editor interfere with the story. In an interview with Japanese idol and popular YouTuber Daisuke Sakuma, Tite Kubo shares, “Well, I’m the type of writer who doesn’t really have meetings with my editor.” Continuing further, Kubo explains, “I mean, when I was serializing, my editor would come to pick up the manuscript once it was done. I’d tell them, ‘Next week, it’ll go like this,’ and then they’d leave.” Sakuma asks if the editor just accepted that and Kubo responds, “It’s more like… [laughs] I didn’t give them any other choice.” He further adds, “As long as the editor keeps me motivated, that’s enough.” Kubo also reveals how his editor-in-chief from Shonen Jump called him out for treating his editor, “There’s that party, and when I’d go with my editor from back then, the editor-in-chief would say, ‘You only think of this guy as the manuscript pickup guy, don’t you?” Since the original interview is in Japanese a Bleach account shares the translation on Twitter/X. One fan writes, “So he really already had the whole story and ending down in his head. The fact that the editors don’t even intervene means this is 100% his story and no one else influenced it. That’s the kinda author that already sees how his own series will end.” “We already know he’s not flawless but overall he writes his own story. if you really follow Kubo’s manga and are open to discovering literature, lifeforms, astrology, ancient legends, etc, his story connects. yes, the subtle layering requires thought and logic but it’s fun,” adds another. For more top anime choices, check out our lists of the best short anime, highly anticipated upcoming anime in 2024, most underrated anime of 2023, and best Shonen anime like One Piece.

Bleach creator wants to remake anime to be more “faithful” CrunchyrollBleach creator Tite Kubo comments about his wish for an anime remake that will be more faithful to the manga. During the 2000s, what some anime fans might call the golden era of the Shonen genre, Bleach stood at the pinnacle alongside One Piece and Naruto, with the title of one of the Shonen Big Three. However, that didn’t stop fans from being disappointed with the series. Ultimately, it was canceled in 2012 without ever adapting the Final Arc until 2022. The series returns with stellar animation with the same incredible story. Even after the ten-year-long wait, the fandom is more than happy to watch their favorite series. However, much of the story was adapted from the previous anime, which had its fair share of controversies due to the insane number of filler episodes. Here’s what Bleach creator Tite Kubo has to say about the anime remake. Bleach creator wants an anime remake that will follow the manga Reikorun transcribed hundreds of answers from Kubo’s Q&A site, Klub Outside, via Tumblr, with the creator expressing interest in a Bleach remake several times. One of the questions reads, “Is there any possibility that the Bleach anime will be released to the world in the form of a full remake? I think that with current technology, it would be possible to depict the world-building more beautifully.” Kubo responds simply by saying, “There are no such plans, but I’d like to make that happen.” Additionally, he was also asked, “If it were to come true, would you ever wish for a Bleach anime adaptation, which faithfully follows the original work, to be broadcast by way of a remake?” Kubo replies, “I think I would.” The creator also confirmed his lack of involvement in the anime. The question reads: “I heard that Kubo-sensei was in charge of the design aspect for the anime original characters Amagai Shūsuke and Kanō Ashido, but was sensei the one who actually designed the anime original characters themselves?” In response, Kubo says, “All characters in the anime originals that are not expressly stated as being designed by me are the product of Kudō-san’s taste. I may have done a final design check on the Amagai arc at least, but I didn’t touch anything surrounding the Bount arc.” Bleach TYBW Part 2 created quite a lot of buzz in 2023. Part 3 is confirmed to be released in 2024, though it’s still awaiting a release date. The series will cover the entire TYBW Arc from the manga in four parts, each having 13 episodes.

Black Clover movie reveals Asta already has all the qualities of a Wizard King NetflixBlack Clover movie features Asta as he goes against the previous Wizard King. Amid the chaos and devastating battles, the movie reveals that Asta already has all the qualities to achieve his lifelong dream. Black Clover is a popular Shonen series that follows Asta, a magicless boy struggling in a world where every person has at least some level of magic power. He dreams of becoming the Wizard King, a title given to the strongest mage in the kingdom. The duty of the Wizard King is to oversee the Magic Knights and protect the kingdom from any harm. Even though Asta has no magic, he has the power to nullify it. Black Clover features Asta’s journey as he joins the Magic Knights and fights his way to the top. In the recent Black Clover movie, Asta defeats the previous Wizard King, proving his might as a capable Magic Knight. Although it is a standalone movie that has no connection to the original storyline, it still proves that Asta’s ambition is not mere fantasy and that he truly deserves it. Black Clover movie features the best version of Asta, who’s worthy of being the Wizard King When faced with a sudden attack from four previous Wizard Kings who plan to destroy the Clover Kingdom, the Magic Knights lose all hopes of winning. It doesn’t help that the current Wizard King is incapable of fighting while all the strongest Squad Captains are held captive. A majority of the Magic Knights are rendered powerless, while a handful of them are too afraid to make a move. With all hopes lost, Asta encourages them and acts as a leader. He doesn’t enforce his ideas on them and asks them to fight alongside him. Instead, Asta gives them the option to leave, but after his speech, all the Magic Knights begin to support him in the fight. This displays Asta’s leadership skills, which are necessary for a Wizard King. A Wizard King should be someone people would want to follow and have faith in, even in the most dire situations. Furthermore, during his fight with Conrad Leto, Julius gives the Imperial Sword to Asta. For some reason, Asta is able to tap into the power of the magic sword and defeat the powerful mage that threatened the kingdom. Later, Julius explains that all the previous Wizard Kings oversee these events and decide to lend their powers to Asta. They entrusted their powers as well as the future of the Clover Kingdom to Asta. Therefore, Asta receives acknowledgement from practically all the previous Wizard Kings, even Conrad. Before taking his last breath, he entrusts his dreams of changing the kingdom to Asta. These events from the Black Clover movie prove that Asta is already worthy of becoming a Wizard King. Black Clover movie can be streamed on Netflix. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Black Clover movie ending explained: What is the Sword of the Wizard King? NetflixBlack Clover’s movie “The Sword of the Wizard King” features a side story when Asta is supposed to be in exile after Dominante’s judgment. The movie features the previous Wizard Kings going against their ideals as they prepare to destroy the Clover Kingdom. Black Clover is a popular Shonen series that follows Asta, a magicless boy struggling in a world where magic is everything. Asta dreams of becoming the Wizard King, the strongest mage in the kingdom. Even though he has no magic, Asta has the power to nullify it. After barely passing the Magic Knights Entrance Exam, Asta rushes at full speed to achieve his dream while he encourages those around him. The Black Clover movie is not a continuation of the anime’s plot because it depicts a whole new journey. The series’ following instalments will also exclude components from the film. Therefore, the movie is a stand-alone that features both old and new characters. Here’s an explanation of the Black Clover movie ending as well as the significance and meaning of the Sword of the Wizard King. What happens in the Black Clover movie ending? The key fights of the movie were Asta vs Conrad and Yuno vs Jester. Conrad Leto, the 27th Wizard King, possesses terrifying magic which is difficult to counterattack. On the other hand, Yuno frees the Squad Captains and pushes past his limits as he fights against Jester Garandros, the 16th Wizard King. When pushed into a corner, Conrad decides to use a forbidden spell to obliterate the entire kingdom. As Asta ponders over his next step, he receives the Wizard King’s sword from Julius Novachrono. Asta channels the power of Conrad’s spell into the sword, which he uses to destroy the powerful mage. On the other hand, Yuno uses Asta’s signature technique when all his attacks prove to be ineffective against Jester’s impenetrable barriers. Unlike Asta, Yuno is against someone who died decades ago. Therefore, Yuno and the Captains drain Jester of all his energy, which also helps in Asta’s battle. In the Black Clover movie ending, Conrad dies peacefully after entrusting his dreams of changing the kingdom to Asta. The other Wizard Kings also reach their limits as they are unable to continue their physical forms. The movie ends with Asta and Yuno declaring their rivalry and sparring outside their home village. Elsdocia – The Sword of the Wizard King The Imperial Sword Elsdocia is a magic sword created by the First Wizard King, Lemiel Silvamillion Clover. As the most powerful weapon in the Clover Kingdom, it was passed down the line of Wizard Kings. It was sealed along with Conrad Leto, the 27th Wizard King. The sword has the ability to absorb, store, and release magical powers. This sword has the power to annihilate an entire country. It also includes a fragment of the souls and magic of previous Wizard Kings. The original purpose behind creating it was to lend the previous wizard king’s power to the next generation. Ironically, Conrad almost destroyed the nation using the sword that was meant to protect it. In the Black Clover movie ending, Julius explained that the previous Wizard Kings lent him their miraculous power to protect the kingdom. It was an acknowledgement from their end that they would trust the Clover Kingdom’s future to Asta, just like Conrad did before taking his last breath. Black Clover movie can currently be streamed on Netflix. In the meantime, check out more anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Black Clover manga returns from hiatus as ending nears Pierrot/Yuki TabataAfter an extended hiatus, Black Clover manga author Yuki Tabata has announced the return of the manga alongside the beginning of the last arc of the series. The Black Clover manga recently took a three-month hiatus, right after the conclusion of one of the most intense arcs in the series. Fans have been anxiously waiting on a new update, eager to discover what the next adventure has in store for Asta and his rowdy group of friends. But alas, all good things must come to an end. The manga received an update on July 29 — introducing the beginning of the last arc of the series. As to avoid spoilers, this article won’t delve into what’s exactly happening in the manga, but the end is undoubtedly near as publicly stated by the official Black Clover Twitter page. “The break went by in the blink of an eye, but we’ve been giving it 110% to ensure the final arc will exceed your hopes and expectations,” author Yuki Tabata said in the statement, according to a translation. “From here on, Asta and his friends will face even tougher challenges on his quest to become the Wizard King. We also have an anime movie in the works! “I’ll do my best to not let the difficulties of weekly serialization get to me, so I look forward to your continues support.” Having started in 2015, Black Clover filled a void left gaping by the poor performance of Bleach and the conclusion of Naruto. Although many older generation readers disregarded the series, Black Clover’s manga quickly gained recognition for its excellent combat pacing and well executed story. Many considered it to be the big new name in Shounen at the time. But as it’s conclusion draws near, it marks the end of yet another era. Even One Piece’s final act is beginning soon. This effectively leaves yet another void industry, providing new series a perfect opportunity to gain traction. That is, unless Asta has a kid and an entire spin off series based on them.

Black Clover manga finally announces return – but fans aren’t happy CrunchyrollBlack Clover manga is coming back next month after a long hiatus. The last chapter of the manga was released back in December 2023. Needless to say, the return of the manga was much anticipated. However, it seems Black Clover fans aren’t too happy about the manga’s return. Written and illustrated by Yuki Tabata, Black Clover made a promising debut in 2015 and soon became one of Shounen Jump’s most popular titles. The fantasy action manga received an OVA episode by Xebec studio in 2016 before getting a successful anime adaptation by Pierrot in 2017 which ran for 170 episodes and ended the season in 2021 with an anime movie in 2023. The successful run of Black Clover faced some halts when the manga began taking frequent breaks due to Tabata and his family’s health issues. The manga was finally announced to take a three-months long break in April 2022 to prepare for the final arc of the series. Recently, the confirmation came that Black Clover will be making its return on April 30, 2024 with Chapter 370. The news has made quite the splash in the anime community. However, many fans of the series are not entirely satisfied with the comeback and are expressing their opinion on this issue on social media. Black Clover, despite being a popular shounen series, has faced some bumps on the road over the years. The anime adaptation of the series faced some criticism in the past with viewers complaining about the direction and the voice acting. The manga was also compared to classic shounen series like Naruto at one point. Black Clover’s popularity took another significant hit when it changed its home from the Weekly Shounen Jump to Jump Giga in August 2023 after the release of Chapter 368. The reduced popularity of the series becomes apparent in the fan reactions over Black Clover’s comeback news. Several fans expressed their lack of enthusiasm over it. Pointing out the long break between chapters, one fan wrote on X, “Bro got delayed so long I started to forget what the story was about.” Another fan expressed their doubts about the length of the upcoming chapter on Reddit, “If it’s as short as the last chapter I’m dropping the manga till it ends.” One wrote, “TBH I can’t even get excited anymore, this Giga change killed all the hype I had for new chapters, especially when the last one was so short after waiting for three whole months. And being the last arc and just a few chapters left, I don’t see how the story can get interesting.” It’s yet to be seen if the return of Black Clover can satisfy and potentially hype its fans with some good content after a three month hiatus.

Black Clover fans hyped as manga finally announces new chapter Viz MediaFollowing the release of Chapter 368 in August 2023, Shonen Jump declared that Black Clover manga is getting transferred to the quarterly magazine JUMP GIGA. Finally, on November 30, 2023, we got a release date for the new chapter of the series. Black Clover revolves around Asta, who was born without any magic in a world full of it. Despite being an ordinary human, the boy decides to struggle and become the Wizard King one day. The series has been a massive hit because of its character growth and the plot twists. So, fans have obviously missed the series since it disappeared from the Weekly Shonen Magazine. However, the author had a perfect plan, so he decided to come up with one chapter in three months. When the news of the manga getting transferred to JUMP GIGA surfaced, every fan wanted to know the reason behind the shocking decision. That’s when Yuki Tabata wrote a letter to the fandom in which he mentioned that he has been facing several personal issues for the time being, but as he doesn’t want the series to suffer, he has chosen a different path for the manga. Well, now it seems the wait is about to get over as we will finally be able to read a new thrilling chapter of Black Clover. Black Clover makes a comeback after three months With the announcement of Black Clover’s transfer to a different magazine, we also learned that Chapter 369 of the manga will be released in December 2023. So, the promise has been kept, and the official sources recently revealed that Yuki Tabata’s Black Clover will be published in the JUMP GIGA 2024 Winter issue on December 25, 2023. A perfect gift for Christmas. Isn’t it? Besides that, the chapter will be stretched into 28 pages, including some colored ones. Black Clover is returning after three months, so the community is excited to get their hands on the new chapter. But the fandom is also sad because they’ve waited so long and will get to stay with Black Clover only for 28 pages. Three months is indeed a long time to wait for a famous manga’s chapter, so every fan wishes to get at least 50 pages. Regardless, it’s a relief that the author is still working on the manga to deliver high-quality panels and an engaging story. You can check out our other anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Black Clover Chapter 370 and 371: Release date and spoilers Yuki Tabata (via Shueisha)The wait is over as Black Clover comes back after four months with Chapter 370 and 371 — and we’ve got you covered with details about their release dates and spoilers. Yuki Tabata’s popular shonen manga Black Clover returns with dual chapters. The last chapter of the manga was released back in December 2023. Once a popular title in Sheisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, the series was moved to the Jump GIGA magazine in 2023. Black Clover’s popularity has diminished a bit after the frequent breaks the manga took due to the author and his family’s health reasons. However, it is still one of the most prominent shonen series of recent times. Fans have been eagerly waiting for the manga’s new chapters for months. In Chapter 369 of the manga, Asta faced Lucius Zogratis after coming back from the Hino Country alongside Ichika. He, together with Yuno, prepared to fight Lucius’ archangels and clones. Helping them were the rest of the Black Bulls with whom Asta shared his Anti-Magic. What happens next will be shown in Black Clover Chapter 370 and 371. Black Clover Chapter 370 & 371 release date Black Clover Chapter 370 and 371 will be released on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7am Pacific Time (PT) in the United States. The chapter can be read online on Shueisha’s official platforms, Manga Plus and Viz Media. Black Clover Chapter 370 and 371 will be released in global time zones at the following times: 11:00am Eastern Time – 4:00pm British Time – 5:00pm European Time – 8:30pm Indian Time – 11:00pm Philippine Time – Black Clover Chapter 370 spoilers After four months, the Black Clover manga returns releasing two chapters at once. Black Clover Chapter 370, titled ‘Charge into chaos’, follows the events of the previous chapter. As Lucius and his angel army are wreaking havoc, Asta tells his comrades that Lucius is going to perform a powerful spell from the sky. Suddenly a huge tree appears in the sky. As the citizens of the Clover Kingdom are afraid the world is about to end, the Magic Knights captains are determined to protect the country. Elsewhere, Asta and Yuno try to find the real Lucius among his clones. A flashback shows that there are only two people who can defeat Lucius: Asta and Yuno. As the duo go on ahead to find Lucius, they are followed by the rest of the Black Bulls. Elsewhere, Ichika ends up near Yami and Nacht comes across his twin brother Morgen. Black Clover Chapter 371 spoilers Black Clover Chapter 371 focuses on different characters. Titled ‘Undying Soul’, the chapter is one of the best chapters featuring Mereoleona. The chapter starts off with Mereoleona facing Moris after the Crimson Lions’ knights have all fallen. Moris mocks them before using Earth Magic: March of the Holy Fools to raise weird creatures from the ground. However, Mereoleona burns them all in one instant. She observes Earth Magic is Moris’ second magic attribute after his Modification Magic. Moris sympathizes with Mereoleona, mocking her dead subordinates, and announcing that they will be used for his research. He claims himself as chosen by God and mocks Mereoleona’s limit as a human. Mereoleona’s flashback shows her past, how she was so strong that nobody could keep up with her. Many feared her. However, she was determined to get stronger, even by herself. After training hard for years, she finally found the limit of humans. However, she was cheered on by her subordinates who wanted to train harder with her even when she thought they couldn’t keep up. As the flashback ends, Feugoleon arrives, apologizing for keeping his sister waiting. “I’m not waiting…!!!” says Mereoleona before using her new spell: Ultimate Flame Magic: Excelitius Leonum. The ground starts shaking and the souls of the fallen Crimson Lions knights arise. As Moris is shocked by the new spell and is in denial, Mereoleona’s whole body turns into mana. The climax of the battle has finally come. After Black Clover Chapter 370 and 371, the next chapter as it will be released in August 2024. Until the next chapter comes, you can check out our explanation of the Black Clover movie ending. If you’re interested in other shonen manga, you may want to know if the Kaiju No 8 manga and the Demon Slayer manga are finished.

Black Clover Chapter 369 Spoilers tease Blackbulls Vs. Lucius Viz MediaBlack Clover manga chapter 369 is coming back after three months. Here’s everything you should know about the events of the upcoming chapter. Following the release of Chapter 368, the Black Clover manga was transferred to WSJ’s sister magazine, JUMP GIGA, a quarterly magazine. Hence, it’s evident to see the community’s eagerness to read the new chapter of the manga after waiting for so long. As the chapter’s official release is nigh, the early leaks have started surfacing already, showcasing the first battle after its comeback. Lucius will struggle when Magna and Luck combine their energies against him. If you want to know exactly what the spoilers of Black Clover Chapter 369 hint at, delve deeper to learn about it. Black Clover Chapter 369 spoilers: The end of Lucius Vs. BlackBulls The chapter starts with Asta and Yuno teaming up against Lucius. However, as the villain is not an easy catch, he makes two clones of himself to fight the opponents. Before going toe-to-toe with the boys, Lucius explains to them how they are no match for him. He reveals that his army is full of angels, paladins, and 11 clones of himself. Well, that’s something Asta and Yuno must keep in mind. The next panel takes us to a flashback where Black Bulls are confused about the current situation and wonder who Ichika is. Asta reveals that she is Yami’s sister. Meanwhile, Finral and Gauche argue about who is more cute: Ichika or Marie. Nacht is excited to see Ichika. Later, Ichika starts explaining that Asta has shared his powers with the entire group of Black Bulls. She also reveals that after receiving his Anti-Magic powers, everyone would be able to use Pseudo-magic. However, these powers should be used carefully as they have limits. Coming back to the present, we see Luck Voltia vs. the angels of Lucius, who have used his Demon spell to summon multiple angels. After observing Luck’s fighting style, Lucius takes him as a threat. However, while Lucius gets distracted, Magna appears behind him, recognizing him as a Mana threat. Even though he successfully flees from the location, Magna activates the Soul Chain Tag Death Match. This time, Magna joins forces with Luck to fight against Lucius. Following this, Magna decides to divide the Mana between himself, Lucius, and Luck equally. Lucius realizes that despite the powers, he cannot heal the damage he has gotten. However, he soon analyses that if Magna and Luck are responsible for his powers getting drained, their Anti-Magic may also be affected. Hence, he decides to turn the tables. Well, that’s the reason why Magna chose to fight Lucius with Luck because he knew that in case his powers were affected during the battle, he could still have the upper hand by combining his powers with that of Luck. As expected, Luck and Magna’s combined attack knocked down Lucius, bringing the Black Bulls to the victorious side. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Black Clover Chapter 369 Release date and time CrunchyrollBlack Clover Chapter 369 is across the horizon, so let’s find out when the chapter will arrive exactly. Black Clover‘s author revealed to the entire community that he has been unwell for quite a long time; that’s why he wasn’t able to come up with the chapters on time. So, when the manga was transferred to JUMP GIGA magazine, things became more manageable for the creator. And now, finally, Black Clover’s new chapter, i.e., Chapter 369, is inching towards its release date after four months. On top of everything, the early spoilers of the chapter hinted at the first battle of the manga after its return. The main draw of the chapter will be the conflict between Black Bulls and Lucius. Well, we aren’t going to spoil anything for you here. If you want to know when the chapter is coming out, here’s what you need to know. Black Clover Chapter 369: Release date and time Black Clover Chapter 369 will be released on December 24, 2023, on Viz Media and Manga Plus. Here’s the release schedule in full: 7:00am Pacific Time – 8:00am Mountain Time – 9:00am Central Time – 10:00am Eastern Time – 3:00am British Time – 4:00pm European Time – 8:30pm Indian Time – Black Clover Chapter 368: Recap The chapter titled ‘Just Getting Started’ was the final chapter of the manga published in Weekly Shonen Jump Magazine. In the beginning, we see Morgen complimenting Yami as he believes the boy has become more robust, but he also states that he is in no mood to waste his time fighting the latter. So, Morgen uses the Paladin: Dark Magic to overwhelm Yami at once and declare himself as the Mighty Magic Knight. On the other side, Marx is helpless as he can only watch Yuno struggle in the fight against the clones of Lucius. Marx thinks that if Yuno gets knocked down, the Neverland spell will fail, and they will lose every chance to win the battle. All the other magic knights also struggle against the guardian angels and the clones of Lucius. However, Asta arrives when one of the clones says it’s time to put the world into darkness. Asta boosts the power of every Black Bull member with his Anti-Magic. The chapter ends with showing Asta and Yuno joining forces, stating that they will end the reign of Lucius. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

Black Clover Chapter 368 spoilers: Asta and Yuno team up against Lucius Viz MediaBlack Clover is back for Chapter 368, and has a bunch of new twists that everyone has been waiting for. Like Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia, Black Clover’s upcoming chapter couldn’t get the early spoilers on time because of the Obon holiday. However, now, Black Clover Chapter 368 has received the leaks everyone has wanted to learn about for a long time. Sadly, this will be Black Clover‘s last chapter that will be serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, as the following chapters will get published in Jump Giga, a seasonal magazine. The magazine gets released once every season, i.e., Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. Hence, as the manga heads toward its final arc, it will come with a new chapter every three months. Black Clover Chapter 368 spoilers tease Yami’s defeat Chapter 368 of Black Clover is titled ‘From Here On,’ and it begins with showing Morgen praising Yami’s strength. However, he soon realizes that he should kill his enemy now, so he attacks Yami with Dark magic passed on to him by Lucius. Now, he is someone who can use both Light and Dark magic, and he overwhelms Yami by using his magic to the maximum capacity. On the other side, Yuno is fighting Lucius, and as Marx watches the battle, he gets concerned about Yuno. He thinks that if Yuno gets beaten, Neverland will be exposed. Lucius looks determined to demolish the Earth, but suddenly, he hears a voice from behind. We see Black Bulls approaching the battleground. The next panel shows Asta, Nacht, and Ichika standing near Yuno, and Asta asks him was he about to give up. But then he corrects himself by saying not at all, as he believes in Yuno. Asta and Yuno then shout altogether that they will defeat Lucius no matter what, and that’s where the chapter concludes, showing a sinister smile on Lucius’ face. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Most, if not all, of these animes can be watched on the streaming service Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference. For example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan. Or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: My Happy Marriage Episode 6 | Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5 Episode 5 | My Hero Academia chapter 397 | My Happy Marriage: Miyo Saimori | 10 Best anime shows like My Happy Marriage | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | OOne Piece Gear 5 explained | Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 anime | One Piece chapter 1090 | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 6 | One Piece Gear 6 Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Black Butler Season 4: Release window, trailer and more CloverWorksBlack Butler is back after a long hiatus – so, here’s everything you need to know about Season 4, including its release window, trailer, and more. It’s been over six years since Black Butler released any new content. But the wait will be over soon for fans of the anime, as it was confirmed earlier this year that Season 4 was finally on its way. With the Public School arc confirmed for 2024, key information including the release window, trailer and visuals have now been released. So, if you can’t wait to see Ciel and Sebastian back on the screen, here is everything you need to know about Black Butler Season 4. Black Butler Season 4 release window Black Butler Season 4 will air in Japan in April 2024. On December 13, 2023, the news came that the latest TV anime adaptation of Yana Toboso’s Black Butler manga will return for Spring 2024. Alongside this release date, the anime’s official Twitter page also poster a visual of Ciel Phantomhive, commemorating his birthday. Black Butler Season 4 plot The upcoming season of Black Butler will cover the Public School Arc. Set in a 19th-century version of England’s gritty underworld, the plot revolves around a butler called Sebastian Michaelis and his 13-year-old master, the earl Ciel Phantomhive. One day, Ciel receives a letter from Queen Victoria informing him that several students from a top public school have gone missing. This includes a royal called Derrick. Prompted by the letter, Sebastian and Ciel infiltrate the school to get to the bottom of the mystery. But what happened to these students? Black Butler Season 4 cast and crew There’s been some changes to the cast and crew for Season 4. Although, you’ll be glad to know that Daisuke Ono and Maaya Sakamoto are reprising their roles as main characters Sebastian Michaelis and Ceil Phantomhive. While the rest of the cast hasn’t been revealed. The crew is as follows: Director: Kenjirou Okada – Series Composition: Hiroyuki Yoshino – Character Design: Yumi Shimizu – Music: Ryou Kawasaki – Studio: CloverWorks – Just like all other Black Butler seasons, you’ll be able to enjoy this brand new TV series on Crunchyroll in April 2024. Is there a trailer for Black Butler Season 4? Crunchyroll released the official trailer for Black Butler: Public School Arc in September 2023. You can check it out below: While the trailer is comprised only of key visuals, it introduces you to the four prefects at Weston College that will play a huge role in the upcoming season. This absurdly powerful student council consists of Edgar Redmond, Lawrence Bluewer, Gregory Violet and Herman Greenhill. It’s time for Ceil to go to school and solve a mystery along the way. So, are you excited to see Black Butler make its big comeback? How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission. You can check out our other anime coverage below:

Black Butler: Public School Arc finally gets a release date CrunchyrollThe highly-anticipated Black Butler: Public School Arc has finally announced its release date along with a new trailer. Black Butler is a popular dark fantasy series written and illustrated by Yana Toboso. The story takes place in Victorian-era London, following Ciel Phantomhive, a young aristocrat who enters into an agreement with a demon butler named Sebastian Michaelis. A new Black Butler anime was announced during the Anime Expo in 2023, along with a key visual and a teaser. The Aniplex Fest in 2023 further revealed more information about the upcoming season, revealing that the anime will adapt the Public School Arc from the manga. It is the seventh arc of the manga, running from Chapters 67 to 85 in Volumes 14-18. The official website of Black Butler just announced the release date of the upcoming season with a new trailer featuring the main characters of the arc. Black Butler: Public School Arc release date Black Butler: Public School Arc will start airing on April 13, 2024. According to the official website of Black Butler anime, “Broadcasting will begin on TOKYO MX and other stations every Saturday from 23:30 from Saturday, April 13, 2024.” The anime will be available on Crunchyroll about one or two hours after the episodes air in Japan. However, the streaming platform has yet to announce the timings. Additionally, we can expect a release date for the English dub shortly after the new season starts airing. Black Butler: Public School Arc trailer and synopsis The official account of Aniplex shared the latest trailer of Black Butler: Public School Arc. According to the official website of Black Butler anime, the synopsis reads: “19th-century Britain – Sebastian Michaelis, a butler of the prestigious aristocratic Phantomhive family, was assigned to do dirty work in the underworld as the “Queen’s watchdog” along with his 13-year-old master, Ciel Phantomhive. “One day, Ciel receives a letter from the Queen saying that Derrick, a relative of his who attends Weston School, one of the most prestigious boarding schools in England, and several other students have not heard from him. Sebastian and Ciel infiltrate Weston School to investigate the incident. What is the truth behind the incident…?” The new season takes place in Weston College, Great Britain’s most prestigious public school. It will introduce the College Prefects in Weston — Herman Greenhill from Green House, Edgar Redmond from Red House, Lawrence Bluewer from Blue House, and Gregory Violet from Purple House. Here’s a look at the trailer:

Black Butler anime will return with a new season in 2024 CrunchyrollThe announcement of Black Butler 2024 was all the rage at the Anime Expo 2023. Here’s what we know about it. Black Butler is a popular Dark Shonen anime and manga series written and illustrated by Yana Toboso. The story takes place in Victorian-era London, following Ciel Phantomhive, a young aristocrat who enters into an agreement with a demon butler named Sebastian Michaelis. Together, they solve secrets and exact vengeance while navigating the perilous world of the supernatural. Fans can expect a continuation of the action-packed plot in the following season as the two characters take on fresh difficulties and unearth the dark forces that surround them, as well as the mysteries of the Phantomhive family. After a long time, the supernatural fantasy manga is about to return with a new season. The animation studio for Black Butler’s upcoming season will be CloverWorks, replacing A-1 Pictures, which was in charge of all the previous projects. Delve deeper to find out more about Black Butler 2024 anime series. Black Butler 2024 official trailer The trailer doesn’t reveal anything about the story, but we do learn that Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono are reprising their roles and providing the voices for Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. The new series will be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Kenjiro Okada, with Yumi Shimizu serving as the character designer, Hiroyuki Yoshino as the series composer, and Ryo Kawasaki as the music composer. Is there a release date for the new season? Sadly, the release date has yet to be announced. However, the title does confirm that the new season of Black Butler will air sometime in 2024. Furthermore, the series will be available to stream on Crunchyroll in these territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS. We will update this space once we have more information about the anime. You can stream the previous seasons of Black Butler on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Gorosei shadows in One Piece | Demon Slayer Season 3 finale | One Piece Reverie flashback | One Piece Void Century | Naruto Will of Fire | Naruto Wood Jutsu | Demon Slayer Mark characters | One Piece Mera Mera no Mi | One Piece God’s Knights Commander | One Piece Kozuki Momonosuke | Demon Slayer Hantengu Forms | One Piece Roger’s legacy | Naruto Uchiha Clan stone tablet | One Piece live-action trailer

Black Butler 2024 anime arc revealed — what is it about? CrunchyrollBlack Butler 2024 anime gets an exciting update during Aniplex Fest 2023 about the manga arc the new series will cover. Here’s everything you need to know about it. Black Butler 2024 anime was announced during the Anime Expo this year, along with a key visual and a teaser trailer. However, fans still lacked the most crucial information about the series. However, this year’s Aniplex Fest brought us some exciting news about major franchises, including the arc in the upcoming Black Butler 2024 anime. The story takes place in Victorian-era London, following Ciel Phantomhive, a young orphaned aristocrat who enters into an agreement with a demon butler named Sebastian Michaelis. Together, they solve secrets and exact vengeance while navigating the dangerous world of the supernatural. Fans can expect a canon arc in the upcoming season as the two characters take on fresh difficulties and unearth the dark forces surrounding them and the mysteries of the Phantomhive family. Delve deeper to find out more about the Black Butler 2024 anime. Black Butler 2024 anime will adapt the Public School Arc The Public School Arc is the seventh arc of the manga, running from chapters 67 to 85 in volumes 14-18. The English title of the upcoming 2024 anime is now officially “Black Butler: Public School Edition.” The arc takes place in Weston College, Great Britain’s most prestigious public school. As such, it does not tolerate government interference. However, several students refuse to come home and cease all communication with their families, including Derrick Arden, the son of Queen Victoria’s cousin. Ciel enrolls there to investigate, and Sebastian Michaelis joins the staff as Sapphire Owl’s new housemaster. Ciel strives to get close to the College Prefects and uncover what happened to the missing pupils while negotiating the hardships of school life and competitive sports. The key visual features are the character design of all College Prefects, namely Edgar Redmond, Lawrence Bluewer, Herman Greenhill, and Gregory Violet. Official trailer of Public School arc The Black Butler 2024 anime trailer also reveals all the House names and College Prefests in Weston — Herman Greenhill from Green House, Edgar Redmond from Red House, Lawrence Bluewer from Blue House, and Gregory Violet from Purple House. We learn that Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono are reprising their roles and providing the voices for Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. The new season will be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Kenjiro Okada, with Yumi Shimizu serving as the character designer, Hiroyuki Yoshino as the series composer, and Ryo Kawasaki as the music composer. Sadly, the release date has yet to be announced. However, the title does confirm that the new season of Black Butler will air sometime in 2024. Furthermore, the series will be available to stream on Crunchyroll in these territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS. We will update this space once we have more information about the anime. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Netflix’s One Piece Season 2 | Jujutsu Kaisen hand signs | Jujutsu Kaisen narrator | Straw Hat Grand Fleet | One Piece chapter 1092 delay | One Piece chapter 1092 spoilers | One Piece breaks records | One Piece Wano ending | One Piece anime and live-action differences Please note that if you click on a product link on this page, we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Top 10 biggest anime controversies The Pokemon Company/IMDB/NetflixFrom Jujutsu Kaisen to Pokémon, here are ten of the biggest scandals to rook the anime industry. Like Hollywood – and every major media industry – anime is no stranger to controversy, questionable moments, and downright strange characters. Over the years the anime industry has collected a wide range of news-worthy scandals, whether they’re over workers’ rights, offensive tropes, or actors’ personal lives. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest scandals that have blown up across the anime industry, from arms smuggling in the ’90s to the over-sexualization of minors. Top 10 biggest anime controversies The anime industry is filled with drama on and off the screen. Here are our 10 biggest behind-the-scenes scandals to rock the industry. 1. Yoshinobu Nishizaki: rogue producer and arms smuggler? Yoshinobu Nishizaki was anime’s most colorful and controversial producer of the 1990s. With his life filled with fame (and infamy), it’s often said that Nishizaki’s greatest story would have been his own autobiography. From “god of manga” Osamu Tezuka’s office manager to achieving success with anime series like Space Battleship Yamamoto, you’d think that his rise to the top of the industry was exciting enough. However, anime wasn’t as lucrative as it is now. His life took a dark turn when he filed for bankruptcy in 1997, and shortly after he was arrested for smuggling illegal firearms into Japan while still on bail for the possession of narcotics. Yoshinobu Nishizaki lived as he died, in a relatively mysterious manner. In 2010, the 75-year-old producer lost his life falling from a boat off the coast of Japan’s Bonin Islands. Although some speculate that this might have been a drastic attempt to break free from the shackles of his troubled past. 2. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure religious text backlash In 2008, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure OVA series sparked controversy due to its regrettable use of the holy book of Islam, the Qur’an. The sixth episode, The Mist of Vengeance, which originally aired in 2001, originally depicted the main antagonist Dio Brando reading from the Ar-Ra’d part of the Qur’an while vowing to kill Jotaro Kujo. In 2008, after Egyptian Islamic fundamentalists complained about the association of such an evil character with Islamic text, studio A.P.P.P. and Shueisha halted shipments of the OVA manga and suspended the series indefinitely. 3. Neon Genesis Evangelion’s ending sparked death threats 1995 action series Neon Genesis Evangelion is now a cult classic. But it wasn’t always so well received. The final two episodes used psychological introspection and long inner monologues to wrap up the series’ most important themes. However, it deviated from the main mecha plot which fans loved in favor of this more surreal and symbolic direction. The series concluded with protagonist Shinji sitting alone and contemplating his life. He is then transported to a mysterious place surrounded by lost friends and loved ones applauding him. The anime draws heavily on creator Hideaki Anno’s personal struggles with depression. However, at the time, fans vehemently disliked this ending, resulting in Anno receiving numerous death threats and angry letters. 4. MAPPA working conditions controversy MAPPA, the studio behind hits like Jujutsu Kaisen, Hell’s Paradise, and Dororo, has found itself entangled in controversy over the years. In 2021, the studio faced allegations of underpaying and overworking its staff. Veteran animator Ippei Ichii accused Netflix of offering MAPPA a below-average rate for its productions, and a freelance animator who contributed to Attack On Titan’s final season described the working conditions as “factory-like” and unhealthy. In 2023, MAPPA once again made headlines when animator Hokuto Sadamoto, in a now-deleted tweet from October 2023, disclosed that he had to finish 250 animation cuts for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Episode 14 in two weeks. This revelation was followed by claims of animators being forced to sign NDA agreements to not divulge information about its working conditions. And finally, in November 2023, MAPPA’s CEO Manabu Otsuka faced backlash for expressing ambitious plans to produce even more anime, prompting fans to criticize the studio’s treatment of its creators. 5. Pokémon’s Poké-shock incident Next up is one of the anime’s biggest scandals and once which caused the industry to change forever. In 1997, the 38th episode of Pokémon’s first season contained repetitive visual effects. These effects induced photosensitive seizures in over 600 children and the incident is now referred to as the Pokémon Shock. In the episode, Ash and his friends must enter the Poke Ball machine to determine why it’s malfunctioning. As they navigate cyberspace, Pikachu uses a thunderbolt attack on the program, which causes large explosions. Following the incident, the episode was removed from rotation and has not aired anywhere since. When Pokémon returned after a four-month hiatus, all episodes had the flashing effects removed. As well as this, many Japanese shows included an epilepsy warning to prevent similar incidents in the future. 6. Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid and oversexualization Anime has raised a lot of eyebrows over the years due to its portrayal of female characters. The hypersexualization and child-like attributes of these characters have drawn a number of controversies, with one of the most notable being with Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid’s second season. Following the debut of Iruru (or Ilulu), a female dragon with a teenage human form, fans took to social media to criticize the character’s portrayal. Depicted with a childlike personality, extremely short stature, and disproportionally large breasts, many critics have accused animators of promoting the sexualization of minors. However, that still hasn’t stopped some fans from enjoying the series (or animators from creating female characters with unrealistic proportions). 7. Kemono Friends’ production issues Kemono Friends was one of Japan’s biggest anime series in 2017. Written and directed by Tatsuki, fans assumed that he would return for Season 2. However, when neither he nor his animation studio Yaoyorozu returned, fans were left wondering what happened and where it all went wrong. Kadokawa, the media company behind the show, attributed Tatsuki’s departure to miscommunication issues over intellectual property. However, in 2018, Tatsuki revealed on X/Twitter that he hadn’t received royalty payments for his scripts. This disclosure sparked a significant outrage. Fans rallied behind Tatsuki, but it created such a scandal that it impacted the stock price of Kadokawa’s parent company. 8. Rurouni Kenshin creator’s child pornography charges In September 2017, mangaka Nobuhiro Watsuki returned to the series Rurouni Kenshin for its Hokkaido Arc. Only two months later, authorities arrested him on charges of possessing child pornography. Watsuki pleaded guilty, but he only received a fine of ¥200,000 (US$1,500), and the Hokkaido Arc resumed by June 2018, much to the disgust of fans. When the announcement of the 2023 remake of Rurouni Kenshin came, the controversy once again resurfaced, highlighting the ongoing support and adoration for Watsuki within the manga’s community. 9. Voice actor Takahiro Sakurai’s resignation Takahiro Sakurai, a highly successful voice actor, is known for his Japanese dub of Edward Cullen in Twilight, as well as his portrayals of Suguru Geto in Jujutsu Kaisen and Miyuki Kazuya in Ace of Diamond. However, his career unexpectedly ended in 2023 due to controversies in his personal life. On October 26, 2022, Japanese news magazine Shukan Bunshun reported that Sakurai had been having a 10-year affair with a writer from his radio show. This announcement caused his house of cards to come crashing down, with allegations of another long-term affair. Popular Western actors have found themselves embroiled in relationship controversy. But for Takahiro Sakurai, the aftermath of the announcement went beyond typical repercussions. Jujutsu Kaisen ousted him from the Jump Festa 2023 voice actors panel. And soon after, he chose to resign not only from his talent agency but also from several of his acting roles. However, one question remains: was it his own decision, or did the anime industry force his hand? 10. Muv-Luv anime’s plagiarism In 2012, the Muv-Luv anime fired character designer Sou Miyata. Why? It was discovered that he was tracing the work of others and passing it off as his own. Anime characters often have similar attributes, and the industry is no stranger to plagiarism accusations. However, when it comes to Muv-Luv, fans couldn’t help but notice just how similar the anime’s characters looked to other bishoujo girls in the industry. But it went beyond that. Along with the line work, he also copied the general picture composition and artistic style. And as you can expect, the discovery led to Sou Miyata’s termination from his role. Anime is no stranger to scandal. From beloved classics like Pokémon to the behind-the-scenes working conditions of hit series like Attack On Titan, its clear that the industry has a lot to work on. These controversies often highlight the delicate balance between artistic expression, cultural expectations, and the ethical responsibilities of creators. But, they also indicate a wider problem about fan involvement in their beloved shows. While you’re here, check out some of our other anime coverage here

Top 5 best video game anime adaptations Netflix/The Pokemon CompanyIt’s time to level up your watchlist. Anime and video games have been linked for decades, and these five adaptations took the world by storm. Following the mainstream success of Netflix‘s Castlevania and the much-anticipated Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, video game-based anime series are reshaping mainstream media. In this list, we’re not going to set our time turners back to 1986, when the first anime adaptations of Super Mario and Star Soldier arrived. However, their release spawned an explosion of content. So, from goofy RPGs to adventure mysteries, here are the top five video game-based anime series that have graced our screens. Top 5 video game anime adaptations The creation of one media can inspire another. However, these anime adaptations are more than just a nod to the gaming world. They’re an opportunity for fans to dive deeper into the characters and universes they adore, offering a fresh take on beloved stories and enticing fans from either world to try the other. Let’s dive in (or unplug from your consoles) and get started on our top five picks for video-game based anime adaptations… 5. Danganronpa Kicking off the list is the brainchild of Spike Chunsoft, Danganronpa. Over three main game titles and an assortment of spin-offs, this popular Japanese video game series served up a tantalizing blend of mystery, suspense and dark humor. The anime adaptation kicked off in 2013 with Danganronpa: Tripper Happy Havoc, followed by two more seasons in 2016 and 2017. This high-stakes series follows 16 high school students locked inside the elite Hope’s Peak Academy by an anthropomorphic bear, Monokuma. Creeped out yet? The students have only one way out: murder another student and don’t be caught. 4. Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie If martial arts, epic brawls, and non-stop action are more your scene, then you have to check out Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie. Released in 1994 and directed by Gisaburo Sugii, best known for Night on the Galatic Railroad, this action-packed anime perfectly celebrates the iconic Street Fighter video game from 1987. Forget about the 1995 TV series (seriously, forget about it) or other multimedia offshoots; fans hailed the movie as one of the best video game movies ever made. It throws us into the world of Ryu – our hero – and Bison, the classic villain. After Bison targets Ryu’s childhood friend, Ken Masters, on his mission to defeat the greatest fighter in the world, fans can expect unrelenting action, excellent animation (for the time), and a memorable music score. It’s a treat for die-hard fans and newcomers alike. 3. Castlevania Castlevania isn’t just any video game adaptation. It may be THE video game adaptation. This standout series inspired by the legendary game follows the story of Trevor Belmont and his mission to stop Count Dracula’s reign of terror. Drawing inspiration from classic horror tales and the classic video game, the anime takes the franchise’s most popular elements to weave an epic story from European history. Filled with drama, explosive action and stunning animation, it’s no wonder this critically acclaimed series is one of the most successful original animated shows on Netflix. 2. Pokémon At number two is an anime and game franchise that needs no introduction. This adaptation has been going strong for over 20 years. With the anime consisting of eight sequential series and 26 seasons and the games spanning multiple mediums, it’s safe to say that Pokémon is the most mainstream adaptation on this list. But which series is the best? According to fans, it’s Pokémon XY&Z, with a more mature version of Ash as he explores the Kalos region, and gain a new perspective on this beloved childhood classic. 1. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Finally we’ve reached number 1, with Cyberpunk: Edgerunners! Created by Studio Trigger, this modern spin on video game adaptations was named last year’s best anime at Crunchyroll‘s 2023 Anime Awards. But how did it beat the likes of Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer? Cyberpunk: Edgerunners brings you a standalone, 10-episode story about a street kid, David Martinz, who’s trying to navigate a body modification-obsessed dystopian city and a society torn by division and rampant crime. The series exists in the same world as the Cyberpunk 2077 video game but doesn’t include any of the main characters. This means it’s an ideal way to introduce a non-gaming audience to this dystopian universe. Whether you crave battles, mysteries, dystopian realms or something in between, a video game-adaptation anime is waiting to satisfy your interests. These might be our top five, but there’s many more out there. So, did any of these series appear on your list? You can also check out our list of the best video game movies of all time here. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world. – Connect to a location anywhere in the US. 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10 best romantic anime to watch this Valentine’s Day Netflix/CrunchyrollFrom critically acclaimed movies to captivating series, here’s our list of the ten best romantic anime you need to watch this Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is here, and as such, we believe it’s the perfect time to watch some anime series or movies that will make you long to be with the person you love. After all, anime embraces all sorts of love, from romantic to platonic and familial to unrequited. Don’t go thinking these anime are all mushy love stories, though. Anime incorporates love stories into many genres, including comedies and even time travel movies, so there’s something for everyone on this list. So, from critically acclaimed movies to love-lorn series, here’s our list of the ten best anime you need to watch this Valentine’s Day. 10. The Way of the Househusband The Way of the Househusband is a short and sweet comedy about Tatsu, a former legendary Yakuza member known as the “Immortal Dragon” who terrified the criminal underworld. However, Tatsu vanished one day, and when he returned, he’d married Miku, putting aside his violent past to become a house husband. Tatsu now wears his trusty apron and is trying his best to become a homemaker to support his beloved wife. As a result, he has developed all the necessary skills—preparing the most delectable dishes, getting the best prices at supermarkets, and everything in between—much to the amazement of his former allies and enemies. Where to watch: Netflix 9. Horimiya A charming romantic comedy series, Horimiya follows the story of Kyoko Hori and Izumi Miyamura, two students trying to hide their true selves from their classmates. Hori is a popular straight-A student who devotes all her after-school time to caring for her home and younger brother rather than going out with her friends. Miyamura, on the other hand, appears to be a sad otaku in the classroom, but outside of school, he’s really a cool punk. When the pair discovers each other’s secret, a friendship begins, and a romance blossoms as they desperately try and keep their two worlds separate. Where to watch: Crunchyroll 8. Monthly Girls’ Nozaki-kun This hilarious romantic anime series follows a group of oddball high school students. Our protagonist is Chiyo Sakura, a teenage girl with a crush on her classmate Umetarou Nozaki. When she finally admits her feelings, Nozakai misunderstands and reveals to her he’s secretly the mangaka Sakiko Yumeno. After a series of bizarre events, Sakura ends up working as his assistant in an attempt to get closer to her crush. As the pair work on the manga, Sakura befriends some eccentric classmates, such as the hot-headed Hori, the quiet but shameless Mikoto, and a girl named Kashima, whom everyone refers to as Prince. Where to watch: Crunchyroll 7. Given Given is an emotional series about love and music centered on the taciturn Mafuyu Sato and his bandmates. While he’s a musical prodigy, Mafuyu’s past trauma holds him back. It’s only through spending time with charismatic guitarist Ritsuka Uenoyama and the band that he begins to see the joy in life again. An exceptionally moving series, Given is a story about heartbreak, the importance of bonds, and breaking free from the shackles of your past. Where to watch: Crunchyroll 6. My Happy Marriage My Happy Marriage is a Shoujo anime that debuted in 2023. Although the series has a manga, the anime closely follows the light novel. Our hero is the unfortunate Miyo Saimori, a young woman who works as a servant for her cruel family. When she’s forced into an arranged marriage with a notoriously ruthless military captain, Kiyoka Kudou, Miyo is terrified. However, what awaits her in her new marital home isn’t a painful marriage but a life full of happiness. Where to watch: Netflix 5. Insomniacs After School Insomniacs After School is a captivating story of self-discovery and acceptance. The plot revolves around two high school students, Ganta Nakami and Isaki Magari. Ganta has trouble falling asleep and is often irritated at school as a result, leading him to separate himself from others. Meanwhile, Isaki acts carefree, but she’s also hiding her insomnia from her friends. Everything changes, however, when Ganta discovers Isaki napping in the observatory. Realizing that she and Nakami share a common interest, she offers to share her secret resting area with her fellow insomniac. The two find comfort in one another’s company, making it easier for them to face the problems in their lives. Where to watch: Prime Video 4. Maid Sama! Maid Sama! is a heartwarming Shojo classic that follows Misaki Ayuzawa, the exceptionally diligent Student Council President of Seika High School, a former boys’ school where 80 percent of the student body is still male. Misaki goes by the nickname “Demon President” because of her strictness. Part of her stubbornness comes from her inability to trust men after her father left her mother alone to raise two daughters. However, Misaki also has a side she never wants anyone to see. She works part-time at a Maid Cafe because of her family circumstances and is too embarrassed to let anyone know. When her classmate Takumi Usui finds out her secret, though., and refuses to leave her side since Misakai realizes men aren’t quite as bad as she thinks. Where to watch: Crunchyroll 3. Your Name Your Name is widely regarded as Makoto Shinkai’s masterpiece. While the film’s amazing animation is striking in its beauty and complexity, the true strength of the film lies in its plot. We follow Mitsuha and Taki, two youths living in different parts of Japan. Mitsuha is from the quiet rural hamlet of Itomori, while Taki attends high school in the bustling city of Tokyo. One fateful day, the pair experience a strange event in which they abruptly swap bodies. Realizing they can communicate through words written on paper, the pair are bound together by this unique connection and go on an astonishing journey full of thrilling adventures, helping one another along the way. Where to watch: Prime Video 2. Whisper of the Heart Whisper of the Heart is a beautiful Studio Ghibli film about two teenagers, Shizuku and Seiji. Shizuku loves reading novels and writing poetry, so much so that she neglects her education. When she finds out Seiji has been checking out the same books as her, she becomes curious about his identity. This (and a cat on a train) leads Shizuku to an intriguing antique store. There, Shizuku meets and befriends Seiji, and the pair inspire each other to pursue their passions for writing and violin making. Where to watch: Netflix 1. Howl’s Moving Castle A timeless classic, Howl’s Moving Castle is a poignant and touching masterpiece. Set in a magical world, it explores a variety of themes, including humanity, compassion, and belonging, but its most lasting message stems from what it has to say about the evils of war. The protagonist, Sophie Hatter, is a normal young lady who becomes cursed by the Witch of the Waste after meeting Howls. Due to the curse, Sophie’s appearance has changed to that of a 90-year-old lady. She leaves her home and embarks on an aimless trip, but her life takes a turn for the better when she reaches Howl’s Castle. Where to watch: Netflix