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AraAraMagazine @porupomag added blog in Culture
2025-11-30 23:01:07 · Translate

Villains Who Were Actually Right: Analysis of Motivations in Anime

In anime, the concept of a villain often transcends pure evil. The most effective villains are those whose motivations expose systemic, moral, or ethical flaws in the fictional world that the protagonist tries to protect. These individuals operate under an undeniable logic, even if their methods are genocidal, absolutist, or unacceptably extreme. The conflict arises from the difference between...

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2025-11-04 04:38:33 · Translate

'Zenless Zone Zero' Review (2025): Did It Become the Next Big Gacha Hit?

'Zenless Zone Zero' Review (2025): Is This the Next Big "Anime-Gacha" Hit? When Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) launched in July 2024, the question on everyone's mind was whether HoYoverse (the creators of Genshin Impact) could strike gold a third time. Expectations were incredibly high. Now, almost a year and a half later in November 2025, we can look back and answer that question. ZZZ is not...

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2025-11-09 20:44:25 · Translate

A Look Back at Toonami: How Western TV Created a Generation of Anime Fans

For millions of people in the West (America and Europe), the word “anime” wasn’t learned online. It came from a single source: a programming block on Cartoon Network called Toonami. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Toonami was, for many, the only gateway to shows like Dragon Ball Z, Sailor Moon, and Gundam Wing. But its legacy runs much deeper than its lineup. It...

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2025-11-05 03:37:51 · Translate

How 'Sailor Moon' Created the Modern "Magical Girl" (Mahou Shoujo) Template

How 'Sailor Moon' Created the Modern "Magical Girl" Template The "Magical Girl" (Mahou Shoujo) genre is one of the oldest and most recognizable in anime. When most people think of it today, they imagine a group of teenage girls in colorful outfits, elaborate transformation sequences ("henshin"), and special attacks to defeat a monster. That image, however, was not always the standard....

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2025-11-05 03:50:53 · Translate

Is 'Demon Slayer' (Kimetsu no Yaiba) Overrated? A Fair Look

Is 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Overrated? A Fair Look Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is, objectively, one of the biggest entertainment phenomena in recent history. It broke manga records, its film (Mugen Train) became the highest-grossing anime movie of all time, and every season is a global event. But with this level of stratospheric success, the word inevitably comes up:...

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2025-11-09 21:08:43 · Translate

Subs vs. Dubs: A Fair Look at Why Both Have Value

This is the "Eternal War" of anime fandom. The "Subs vs. Dubs" debate has raged since anime first became popular in the West. Both formats (subs and dubs) not only have value but are critical to the global health and growth of the anime industry. An informed, modern fan understands when and why to use each. Subs vs. Dubs: Why Both Have Value The oldest "Fandom War" is the choice of how to...

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2025-11-29 04:51:41 · Translate

The 10 Most Broken and Illogical Power-Ups in Anime History

A "broken Power-Up" is an ability or transformation that drastically disrupts the pre-established power balance within a narrative. These sudden increases in strength are often introduced as a Deus Ex Machina or lack logical progression, guaranteeing the protagonist immediate victory at a high narrative cost. These 10 examples represent the most illogical and disruptive power increases in...

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2025-11-29 05:18:34 · Translate

The 7 Saddest Anime Deaths That Generated a Deep Narrative Impact

Death in anime is not just a dramatic device; it is a narrative catalyst. The most resonant deaths are those that force the protagonist's evolution, set the tone of the series, or resolve a complex emotional conflict. These seven moments are universally recognized for their dramatic value and the intensity of the emotional devastation they inflicted upon the audience. 1. Deaths That...

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2025-12-04 01:16:59 · Translate

The Isekai Genre: Why It's Saturated and the Hidden Gems That Break the Mold

The Isekai (異世界, "another world") genre is the undisputed king of modern anime. Its premise—a protagonist is transported or reincarnated into a fantasy world—offers limitless escapism. However, its success has led to market saturation, where most series repeat a formula that now feels exhausted. I. Why Does the Isekai Formula Feel Saturated? The rapid production of Isekai relies on...

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2025-11-30 23:52:31 · Translate

The Psychology of All For One: The Tyranny of Ego and the Addiction to Power

All For One (AFO) is the fundamental antagonist of My Hero Academia and the symbolic opposite of hero society. His psychology is not based on trauma or vengeance, but on malignant narcissism fueled by a power that allows him to absorb the identity of others. AFO is the embodiment of absolute tyranny, where power is the ultimate end, not the means. 1. The Narcissistic Core (Worldview) ...

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2025-11-04 05:23:18 · Translate

The Re-Rise of Sports Anime: 'Blue Lock,' 'Haikyuu,' and the Global Phenomenon

The Re-Rise of Sports Anime: How 'Blue Lock' and 'Haikyuu!!' Made Sports a Global Phenomenon For decades, sports anime (or "Spokon") was a fundamental but consistent genre in Japan, with classics like Slam Dunk and Captain Tsubasa. Globally, however, it was often considered a niche. Today, in 2025, that has irrevocably changed. The sports genre now competes in global popularity with the...

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