18 Scary Anime Characters That Are Truly Horrifying
You don't need to watch horror anime to come across truly terrifying characters. Here are some of the most memorable ones!
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11 Cool Anime Character Names and Their Origins and Meanings
A lot of anime characters have cool names—but sometimes the meaning and significance behind a name makes it even cooler.
The 10 Best Female Anime Assassins, Ranked: Who Comes Out on Top?
Anime series are rife with assassin-type characters, and many of them are female. Here are the best female anime assassins we've seen.
The 9 Best Anime Side Characters (And Why They’re So Awesome)
Heroes and villains get too much love. Here are the best anime side characters who deserve more praise and recognition!
The 15 Most Popular Female Anime Characters (And Why They’re Great)
Even among anime fans, it takes more than a pretty face to become a truly popular female character. Here are the ones you need to know!
14 Sad Anime Moments and Scenes That Actually Made Us Cry
The best anime series aren't just exciting—they get us emotionally invested in the characters and make us feel the ups and the downs.
The 5 Worst Live-Action Anime Movies
Most live-action anime movies are just disappointing. These live-action anime movies are downright terrible!
8 Low-Budget Cosplay Ideas for Beginners and First-Timers
Cosplay doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg, nor does it need to take a lot of time. Check out these easy low-budget cosplay ideas!
What Is Jujutsu Kaisen? Why Is It So Popular? Explained
We dive into the recently released Jujutsu Kaisen anime series to see what it does right and why it's so popular.
7 Popular Anime Series That Were Banned in Some Countries (And Why)
Like many things, anime can be banned when it crosses the line. Here are several popular anime series that got banned.
The 10 Strongest Anime Abilities and Powers That Are Risky to Use
Powerful anime abilities often come with drawbacks and risks. Here are the strongest anime powers that are dangerous to use.
7 Anime Plot Twists About Characters Who Aren’t What They Seem
Characters aren't always who we expect, leading to some shocking anime plot twists. Here are some of our favorites.
5 Video Game Animes We’d Love to See Happen
We've seen video games based on anime. How about anime series based on video games? We'd love to see these come to life!
7 Evil Anime Characters Who Were Manipulated and Exploited
Isn't it fun when you find out that an evil anime character was actually a puppet to greater evil forces all along?
The 7 Best Anime Fights of All Time: Which Anime Has the Best Fights?
There have been some incredible anime fights throughout the years. Here are our favorite anime fight scenes!
The 10 Best Anime on Netflix for Beginners and Anime Newbies
Netflix has some excellent anime series that are perfect for beginners who want to see what high-quality anime is all about.
7 Old-School Anime Series That Are Still Worth Watching Today
Old doesn't mean bad. Check out these old-school anime series that are still great, even if they're a bit dated by modern standards.
8 Anime Abilities, Powers, Spells, & Jutsus That Are Suspiciously Similar
Ever felt like you've seen the same anime abilities and spells across different series? Here are some glaring examples!
The 10 Best Anime Series on Amazon Prime Video
If you have an Amazon Prime membership, there are several top-tier anime series worth watching on Prime Video.
The 10 Best Netflix Original Anime Series Actually Worth Watching
Netflix has licensed, produced, and distributed many Netflix Original anime series. Here are our favorites!