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Jujutsu Kaisen Review – A Gritty Shounen with Style and Substance

Jujutsu Kaisen Review – A Gritty Shounen with Style and Substance

Mary Lee Sauder
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Yuuji is just an average occult-obsessed teen, but when he unwittingly becomes the vessel for an ancient Cursed Spirit named Ryoumen Sukuna, he plunges face-first into the secretive world of jujutsu sorcerers. With their power to control cursed energy, this collection of misfits keeps Japan safe from Curses... but they can’t always save everyone.

Jujutsu Kaisen is one of Weekly Shounen Jump’s biggest properties right now, so its anime adaptation certainly has a lot to live up to. But does it capture the same melancholy atmosphere that its premise promises and its source material is acclaimed for perfecting? Let’s take a closer look and see!

5 Cruel Anime Endings That Twist the Knife at the Last Moment

5 Cruel Anime Endings That Twist the Knife at the Last Moment

Mary Lee Sauder
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Have you ever been watching an anime and hoped deep in your heart that the characters would get a happy ending, only to have those hopes crushed in the final episode by a cruel twist that dooms the heroes to a tragic fate? We’ve certainly had that experience, and even when this kind of ending is done well (such as in a horror series), it still hurts all the same. If you feel like wallowing in depression for a bit, please join us as we detail five cruel anime endings that twist the knife at the last moment.

5 Mask-Wearing Anime Characters That Are Perfect for Post-Pandemic Cosplay

5 Mask-Wearing Anime Characters That Are Perfect for Post-Pandemic Cosplay

Mary Lee Sauder
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With vaccines rolling out en masse, it’s finally time to think about going to anime conventions again! But even if it’s safe to be out in public, it’s probably still a good idea to wear a mask at these kinds of crowded, chaotic events to protect those who haven’t received the vaccine yet (and to avoid getting con plague). You can always design a mask to match your cosplay, but we have a few ideas for costumes with built-in masks that will keep you safe and disease-free for your first foray back into the in-person nerd world!

5 Best Anime Himbos - The Airheaded Heroes We Can't Help But Love

5 Best Anime Himbos - The Airheaded Heroes We Can't Help But Love

Mary Lee Sauder
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We’re big fans of the term “himbo” – derived from “bimbo”, it describes a male character who’s attractive (muscular, bishounen, or otherwise), but not exactly the sharpest katana at the anime convention. Even though these airheaded heroes are often capable of saving the day when it counts, their usual demeanor is closer to Metro Man than Megamind, if you catch our drift. Still, we just can’t help but love them. Here are the five best anime himbos!

5 Jujutsu Kaisen Characters We're Still Simping Hard For

5 Jujutsu Kaisen Characters We're Still Simping Hard For

Mary Lee Sauder
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Jujutsu Kaisen, the horror-flavored battle shounen that just ended its first season a few weeks ago, has some mighty fine waifus and husbandos in its cast. We’ve got stylish sorcerers who exorcise curses with unique techniques, as well as some humanoid curses who give the heroes a run for their money. And since MAPPA’s animation is so gorgeous, we get to see them in the best quality an anime fan could ask for. Here are the five characters from Jujutsu Kaisen we’re simping hard for!

Wonder Egg Priority Isn't As Progressive As It Thinks It Is

Wonder Egg Priority Isn't As Progressive As It Thinks It Is

Mary Lee Sauder
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CloverWorks’ original anime Wonder Egg Priority has been a strong contender for anime of the season all winter long thanks to its meticulously beautiful animation, realistically written friendship between the main four girls, and in-depth exploration of self-harm and suicide. It aims to expose the societal issues that cause young girls to fall into despair – things like bullying, absent parents, gender/sexuality confusion, and (especially) sexual abuse. While tackling so many heavy topics is an admirable goal, this anime’s uncomfortable stereotypes of young women and questionable portrayal of LGBT characters hold it back from true greatness. Here’s why Wonder Egg Priority isn’t as progressive as it thinks it is.

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