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10 Best Shonen Anime for Every Kind of Viewer (2026)
Our ten editorial shonen picks, from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood to One Piece, with episode counts, manga status, US streaming services and a start point for each.
Fate Watch Order 2026: Stay Night, Zero & Strange Fake
A spoiler-aware Fate anime watch order for 2026, with clear Stay Night and Zero starting choices, the Heaven's Feel film sequence, and Strange Fake through Episode 13.
Anime Announcements: New Seasons & Release Dates Tracker
Which anime seasons are airing, dated or still undated, checked Sept 23, 2026 against official sites. Includes finales, 2027 windows and US streaming.
Best Anime Music of 2026: Openings, Endings and Soundtracks
The notable anime openings, endings and soundtracks of 2026 so far, from Frieren and Jujutsu Kaisen to Re:Zero, Bleach and The Ghost in the Shell, each checked against the anime's official music page.
Best Anime Streaming Service: US Prices Compared
Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video and HIDIVE compared on current US prices, ads, trials and anime catalog, plus how Crunchyroll's 7-day trial works.
One Piece Characters Explained: Straw Hats, Roles and Arcs
A source-checked map of the ten Straw Hat Pirates, what each contributes to the crew, and the arcs that best explain their character development.
Naruto Filler List 2026: Complete Skip or Watch Guide
Anime Filler List labels 90 of Naruto's 220 episodes filler: skip 26, 97, 101–106, 136–140 and 143–219. Here is the arc-by-arc list, the mixed episodes worth keeping, and the Shippuden totals.
Dragon Ball Watch Order 2026: Z or Kai, DAIMA and Super
A source-checked Dragon Ball watch order that prevents duplicate viewing and correctly places Z or Kai, DAIMA, Super, GT, Broly and the two 2026 Super projects.
Your Lie in April Ending Explained: Kaori’s Letter
A source-led explanation of Kaori’s death and letter, the April lie, Kosei’s final performance, character outcomes, and what remains interpretation.
Bleach Filler List: All 163 Episodes and Safe Skip Order
A source-checked Bleach skip list separating 163 pure-filler episodes from 41 mixed episodes, with the safe resume point after every range.
Classroom of the Elite Season 4: Episode 4 & Full Guide
A corrected, official-source guide to Classroom of the Elite Season 4, its unusual four-episode launch, Episode 4 conflict, and complete 16-episode arc map.
10 Best Isekai Anime to Watch in 2026
Ten researched isekai anime picks matched to mood, power level, commitment, and anime status, plus a verified 2026 release board.
Strongest Anime Characters in 2026: Anime-Only Tier List
A sourced anime-only tier list that separates universe-scale power, combat dominance, counterplay, and evidence confidence.
Anime Conventions 2026–2027: 19 US Events by Date and Region
19 US anime conventions from October 2026 to September 2027, dates and venues checked on each official site: Otakon, Anime NYC, Katsucon, MomoCon and more.
Best Anime Figures: Lines, Sizes and Prices Compared
Which anime figure type fits your budget and shelf, with official sizes and listed prices for Nendoroid, figma, POP UP PARADE, S.H.Figuarts, Figuarts ZERO, ARTFX J, 1/7 scale and prize figures.
Naruto vs Luffy: Who Wins Under Clear Fight Rules?
A canon-bounded Naruto versus Luffy verdict with explicit fight rules, category advantages, win conditions, and honest cross-series uncertainty.
Crunchyroll vs Funimation in 2026: Funimation Is Closed
A current, source-backed answer to Crunchyroll vs Funimation, including the shutdown date, catalog and account consequences, current Crunchyroll pricing, and legal alternatives.
Evangelion Ending Explained: TV Finale vs End of Evangelion
A scene-by-scene Evangelion ending explanation that separates the TV finale, The End of Evangelion, Rebuild continuity, canon events, and interpretation.
JoJo Watch Order: All Parts, OVAs & Steel Ball Run
JoJo watch order from Phantom Blood to Steel Ball Run, with episode counts, US streaming for each part, and the Steel Ball Run Netflix weekly schedule.
Best Romance Anime: 15 Picks by Mood, Ending and Length
Fifteen romance anime ranked by relationship writing and payoff, with a quick selector for mood, watch length, pace, and the anime's current endpoint.