Zoro and Sanji’s rivalry in One Piece is a tale as old as time. The duo have engaged in so many petty quarrels that even their fans have become divided now. Every other day, you will discover a new trending post on why one of them is superior to the other.
Lately, Zoro’s power-ups have given One Piece fans a chance to drag down Sanji. This is especially influenced by the fact that Eiichiro Oda provided Zoro with Haoshoku Haki or Conqueror’s Haki, while Sanji is still relying on kicking as hard as possible.
The Secret Behind Conqueror’s Haki in One Piece
Luffy using Conqueror’s Haki | Toei
Conqueror’s Haki is famous for being the rarest type of Haki. While the other two types can be gained through training and willpower, the same cannot be said about Conqueror’s Haki. Only one in a million...
Lately, Zoro’s power-ups have given One Piece fans a chance to drag down Sanji. This is especially influenced by the fact that Eiichiro Oda provided Zoro with Haoshoku Haki or Conqueror’s Haki, while Sanji is still relying on kicking as hard as possible.
The Secret Behind Conqueror’s Haki in One Piece
Luffy using Conqueror’s Haki | Toei
Conqueror’s Haki is famous for being the rarest type of Haki. While the other two types can be gained through training and willpower, the same cannot be said about Conqueror’s Haki. Only one in a million...
- 5/31/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Satoshi Kon, the renowned director of films like Tokyo Godfathers, Paprika, and Perfect Blue, spoke out about women in Japanese media. Most otakus consume a huge amount of anime in their day-to-day life, often without questioning the realism of the characters.
Many Shonen manga come under fire for their unrealistic portrayals of women, and often these go hand in hand with subpar opportunities. Thus, Satoshi Kon’s belief about female characters could be considered a fresh perspective on the matter.
Satoshi Kon’s Inspiration Behind Strong Female Characters
Paprika | Studio Madhouse
Satoshi Kon has always gone against the “moe” characters (characters that illicit feelings of affection) in his works. The female characters he has portrayed in his movies are strong and self-reliant. In fact, they are often pushed towards dangerous situations.
Suggested“It’s a pitiful tale”: Satoshi Kon Called Out Natalie Portman’s ‘Black Swan’ Director as Hollywood...
Many Shonen manga come under fire for their unrealistic portrayals of women, and often these go hand in hand with subpar opportunities. Thus, Satoshi Kon’s belief about female characters could be considered a fresh perspective on the matter.
Satoshi Kon’s Inspiration Behind Strong Female Characters
Paprika | Studio Madhouse
Satoshi Kon has always gone against the “moe” characters (characters that illicit feelings of affection) in his works. The female characters he has portrayed in his movies are strong and self-reliant. In fact, they are often pushed towards dangerous situations.
Suggested“It’s a pitiful tale”: Satoshi Kon Called Out Natalie Portman’s ‘Black Swan’ Director as Hollywood...
- 5/31/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The Straw Hat Pirates might be the strongest crew in One Piece, but they are not perfect. Especially the Swordsman of the Straw Hat Pirates, Roronoa Zoro. He might look like a character any of the crew members can depend on, but he has a few flaws that may reflect badly on his character but essentially make him human.
Zoro in One Piece | Toei Animation
During a subreddit discussion, a One Piece fan revealed Zoro’s biggest flaw is his arrogance, which has been a part of him since the beginning of the series. No matter how much he grows as a character, this flaw will always be with him because of his nature. His arrogant personality has caused a lot of trouble for him and his crewmates.
However, he is not the only one who is flawed. Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, has given every Straw Hat member,...
Zoro in One Piece | Toei Animation
During a subreddit discussion, a One Piece fan revealed Zoro’s biggest flaw is his arrogance, which has been a part of him since the beginning of the series. No matter how much he grows as a character, this flaw will always be with him because of his nature. His arrogant personality has caused a lot of trouble for him and his crewmates.
However, he is not the only one who is flawed. Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, has given every Straw Hat member,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece manga fans are in shock after reading the full summary spoilers for chapter 1116, which revealed some interesting details about the much-awaited mysteries. These intriguing details revolved around the Ancient Weapons, the secret of the Void century, and the stunned reactions of the major characters from across the One Piece world.
One Piece | Toei Animation
However, the biggest revelation that the chapter made was that besides Dr. Vegapunk and the former Pirate King, Gol D. Roger, there is one other character who knows the truth about the Void Century and probably the war that took place 800 years ago. The character in discussion is the current fleet admiral of the Navy, Sakazuki Akainu.
Akainu’s reaction to Dr. Vegapunk’s message has led fans to believe that he knows the entire mystery of the Void Century and the involvement of the World Government in hiding it from the entire world.
One Piece | Toei Animation
However, the biggest revelation that the chapter made was that besides Dr. Vegapunk and the former Pirate King, Gol D. Roger, there is one other character who knows the truth about the Void Century and probably the war that took place 800 years ago. The character in discussion is the current fleet admiral of the Navy, Sakazuki Akainu.
Akainu’s reaction to Dr. Vegapunk’s message has led fans to believe that he knows the entire mystery of the Void Century and the involvement of the World Government in hiding it from the entire world.
- 5/31/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
2024 was going to be the biggest year for Jujutsu Kaisen, as the series featured some of the greatest moments in the history of the manga world. And even though the year is not even close to its end, Gege Akutami’s magnum opus has already reached the top and will probably dominate the industry until the end of the series.
Jujutsu Kaisen | Mappa Studios
The intriguing thing is that Jujutsu Kaisen was not the only manga that was delivering bangers this year. Other series like One Piece and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End also showcased some interesting plots that grabbed the attention of the viewers. However, Jujutsu Kaisen still managed to beat them all.
This was proved when the half-year manga sales of 2024 were released, and Jujutsu Kaisen beat the industry giant and one of the Big Three: One Piece. Although the records are only for the first half of 2024, the...
Jujutsu Kaisen | Mappa Studios
The intriguing thing is that Jujutsu Kaisen was not the only manga that was delivering bangers this year. Other series like One Piece and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End also showcased some interesting plots that grabbed the attention of the viewers. However, Jujutsu Kaisen still managed to beat them all.
This was proved when the half-year manga sales of 2024 were released, and Jujutsu Kaisen beat the industry giant and one of the Big Three: One Piece. Although the records are only for the first half of 2024, the...
- 5/31/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Crunchyroll and Indonesian digital telecommunication provider Telkomsel announced today a partnership that will allow anime fans in Indonesia to enjoy their favorite series with specialized bundling packages. Telkomsel prepaid and postpaid customers users can now purchase the package through the MyTelkomsel app and website. The packages include: Crunchyroll Fan package : Idr 36,000 with 3 Gb of MAXstream quota for use on a single device. Crunchyroll Mega Fan package: Idr 48,000 with 5 Gb of MAXstream quota for use on up to four devices. Both packages are valid for one month and include a Crunchyroll subscription. Mega Fan subscribers will also get access to the Crunchyroll Game Vault , a growing library of premium mobile games. After purchasing the bundling package, fans will receive an SMS containing a Crunchyroll voucher code, which can then be redeemed on tsel.id/croll . After downloading the Crunchyroll App on your mobile device, fans will have access to exclusive...
- 5/31/2024
- by Crunchyroll Official
- Crunchyroll
Exclusive: Netflix’s latest original is a Japanese series adaptation of 2011 French film Les Émotifs Anonymes (Romantics Anonymous).
The project, going under the working title of Romantics Anonymous, will feature talent from Japan and Korea — two of the core countries at the center of Netflix’s strategy in Asia. Shun Oguri (Godzilla vs. Kong), Han Hyo-Joo (Moving), Yuri Nakamura and Jin Akanishi have been cast in the series, with Sho Tsukikawa (Yu Yu Hakusho), who’s also known for numerous romantic films, attached to direct.
Yong Film — the Korean producer behind the likes of Believer 2, The Call, 20th Century Girl and My Name is Loh Kiwan — has developed the project as its first Japanese series.
Lee Ha Jun (Parasite) will lead the production design, including the central chocolate boutique set. Yang Jin Mo (Parasite) will serve as editor, and Dalpalan will work on the music. Production has begun ahead of a 2025 debut,...
The project, going under the working title of Romantics Anonymous, will feature talent from Japan and Korea — two of the core countries at the center of Netflix’s strategy in Asia. Shun Oguri (Godzilla vs. Kong), Han Hyo-Joo (Moving), Yuri Nakamura and Jin Akanishi have been cast in the series, with Sho Tsukikawa (Yu Yu Hakusho), who’s also known for numerous romantic films, attached to direct.
Yong Film — the Korean producer behind the likes of Believer 2, The Call, 20th Century Girl and My Name is Loh Kiwan — has developed the project as its first Japanese series.
Lee Ha Jun (Parasite) will lead the production design, including the central chocolate boutique set. Yang Jin Mo (Parasite) will serve as editor, and Dalpalan will work on the music. Production has begun ahead of a 2025 debut,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Post the two-year time skip in One Piece, fans saw the Straw Hats come together to take on even bigger struggles than the last time they fought. Eiichiro Oda had delivered a devastating Marineford arc previous to the time skip, and fans welcomed the relief thereafter.
[This article contains major One Piece spoilers]
Ace’s death proved that Luffy still had a long way to go. They were under no circumstances ready to face the bigshots of the New World or the World Government. In an interview, Oda explained why the time skip was a necessary move.
The 2 Year Time Skip Played a Huge Role in One Piece
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
After the devastating results of the battle at Marineford, the power scale of the reigning pirates and marine officers became clear as day. Something had to change and jumping from one island to another would not have been sustainable. In an interview,...
[This article contains major One Piece spoilers]
Ace’s death proved that Luffy still had a long way to go. They were under no circumstances ready to face the bigshots of the New World or the World Government. In an interview, Oda explained why the time skip was a necessary move.
The 2 Year Time Skip Played a Huge Role in One Piece
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
After the devastating results of the battle at Marineford, the power scale of the reigning pirates and marine officers became clear as day. Something had to change and jumping from one island to another would not have been sustainable. In an interview,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Keisuke Itagaki did something unexpected when creating Baki Hanma. The series took off like no other, establishing itself as one of the best sports mangas ever. The smooth display of martial arts through both the manga and the anime has fans gripped for decades now. A story that started with the protagonist wanting to become the best in his field, surpassing his own father.
Baki Hanma | Credit: Tms Entertainment
That is not an uncommon trope. Food Wars and Fairy Tail both have similar motivations. In fact, most anime like One Piece, Haikyuu!! and My Hero Academia is driven by the thought of becoming the strongest in their traits. In many ways, all of them stand individually despite their similarities. One plot hole that stands in Baki Hanma, although minor, has a lot to do with Yyujiro Hanma, the protagonist’s father.
Baki Hanma’s Wandering Father
One of the most...
Baki Hanma | Credit: Tms Entertainment
That is not an uncommon trope. Food Wars and Fairy Tail both have similar motivations. In fact, most anime like One Piece, Haikyuu!! and My Hero Academia is driven by the thought of becoming the strongest in their traits. In many ways, all of them stand individually despite their similarities. One plot hole that stands in Baki Hanma, although minor, has a lot to do with Yyujiro Hanma, the protagonist’s father.
Baki Hanma’s Wandering Father
One of the most...
- 5/30/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
One of the most impactful villains of One Piece, Crocodile, has a big, mysterious secret that is only known to Emporio Ivankov, the founding member of the Revolutionary Army. Fans have tried for years to theorize and find out this secret, and some have even hypothetically established a connection between Luffy and Crocodile.
Crocodile from One Piece | Toei Animation
Many One Piece fans have theorized that Crocodile was actually the mother of Luffy, but with the help of Ivankov’s Devil Fruit abilities, he changed his gender. Thus, Ivankov used this secret to obtain Crocodile’s help in saving Ace, and they later parted ways. But there is no evidence or facts to support this insane theory.
However, there is another theory that not only gives a better explanation of Crocodile’s hidden secret but also explains the gold hook that he wears in place of his left hand. According to this theory,...
Crocodile from One Piece | Toei Animation
Many One Piece fans have theorized that Crocodile was actually the mother of Luffy, but with the help of Ivankov’s Devil Fruit abilities, he changed his gender. Thus, Ivankov used this secret to obtain Crocodile’s help in saving Ace, and they later parted ways. But there is no evidence or facts to support this insane theory.
However, there is another theory that not only gives a better explanation of Crocodile’s hidden secret but also explains the gold hook that he wears in place of his left hand. According to this theory,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Vegapunk has been exposing the World Government left and right in his worldwide announcements. While he has talked about some predictable things in One Piece so far, the latest bit of information Eiichiro Oda revealed could be a devastating blow for everyone.
The spoilers for chapter 1116 of One Piece are out, and they are enough to shake up even the most hardcore conspiracy theorists.
Eiichiro Oda Might be Setting up Joy Boy to be One Piece‘s Biggest Villain Sun God Nika in One Piece | Toei
In chapter 1116 of One Piece, Vegapunk revealed that a fraction of his Mother Flame was stolen to launch an Ancient Weapon on the Lulusia kingdom. He does not know who stole it, but the world is once again at risk of massive flooding.
SUGGESTEDOne Piece: Eiichiro Oda Makes a Startling Imu Revelation That Might Change His Status as ‘True Evil’ in the Series
He...
The spoilers for chapter 1116 of One Piece are out, and they are enough to shake up even the most hardcore conspiracy theorists.
Eiichiro Oda Might be Setting up Joy Boy to be One Piece‘s Biggest Villain Sun God Nika in One Piece | Toei
In chapter 1116 of One Piece, Vegapunk revealed that a fraction of his Mother Flame was stolen to launch an Ancient Weapon on the Lulusia kingdom. He does not know who stole it, but the world is once again at risk of massive flooding.
SUGGESTEDOne Piece: Eiichiro Oda Makes a Startling Imu Revelation That Might Change His Status as ‘True Evil’ in the Series
He...
- 5/30/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The possibility of a prominent anime or manga series being developed into a live-action adaptation has increased tenfold since the consecutive success of live-action adaptations of One Piece and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Now every fan wants his favorite series to get a live-action adaptation to find out what it would look like in the real world.
Denji Chainsaw Man | Mappa Studios
A similar instance occurred when a fan account for Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man posted a tweet stating that they had found the right actor to portray the role of Denji, the series’ protagonist if a live-action version of Chainsaw Man was ever made. The actor who fits the description of Denji is none other than Evan Peters, who played the role of Quicksilver in the Marvel Universe.
As soon as the tweet comparing the similarities between Peters and Denji went online, Chainsaw Man fans from all over...
Denji Chainsaw Man | Mappa Studios
A similar instance occurred when a fan account for Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man posted a tweet stating that they had found the right actor to portray the role of Denji, the series’ protagonist if a live-action version of Chainsaw Man was ever made. The actor who fits the description of Denji is none other than Evan Peters, who played the role of Quicksilver in the Marvel Universe.
As soon as the tweet comparing the similarities between Peters and Denji went online, Chainsaw Man fans from all over...
- 5/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece Season 2: Release Date, Cast, Plot, & Everything Else We Know So Far (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Based on the manga series written by Eiichiro Oda, “One Piece” is an animated and illustrated series that has delighted audiences of many generations. Now, Netflix has announced the highly anticipated second season of the show.
The first season’s success led the producers to reveal that a second one would be coming. The first season garnered positive reviews and was well-executed and ambitious. The debut of Season 2, which is likely to be just as entertaining, is eagerly anticipated by fans.
When will One Piece Season 2 release?
2024 will not see the release of the series. The release date of the series is currently unknown. It is anticipated, nevertheless, to be released in the first half of 2025.
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Based on the manga series written by Eiichiro Oda, “One Piece” is an animated and illustrated series that has delighted audiences of many generations. Now, Netflix has announced the highly anticipated second season of the show.
The first season’s success led the producers to reveal that a second one would be coming. The first season garnered positive reviews and was well-executed and ambitious. The debut of Season 2, which is likely to be just as entertaining, is eagerly anticipated by fans.
When will One Piece Season 2 release?
2024 will not see the release of the series. The release date of the series is currently unknown. It is anticipated, nevertheless, to be released in the first half of 2025.
Trending The Outlaws Season 3: Release Date, Cast, Storyline, & Trailer House Of The Dragon Season 2: Release Date,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Aastha Soni
- KoiMoi
With over 1100+ chapters and almost 30 years of hard work, Eiichiro Oda has established One Piece as one of the main pillars of the Shonen manga genre. The manga artist has created something incredibly special that is going to go down in history as one of the biggest and best anime and manga series of all time.
One Piece | Toei Animation
His magnum opus has featured so many plotlines and narratives that it becomes difficult for fans to choose their favorite. However, it has never been difficult for Oda. He has already picked his favorite scene from the One Piece story, and the shocking thing is that this scene doesn’t even feature the major characters like Luffy or Zoro.
A few years ago, Oda did an interview where he revealed his top three favorite scenes in the entire One Piece series. The first one was from the Wano arc, the...
One Piece | Toei Animation
His magnum opus has featured so many plotlines and narratives that it becomes difficult for fans to choose their favorite. However, it has never been difficult for Oda. He has already picked his favorite scene from the One Piece story, and the shocking thing is that this scene doesn’t even feature the major characters like Luffy or Zoro.
A few years ago, Oda did an interview where he revealed his top three favorite scenes in the entire One Piece series. The first one was from the Wano arc, the...
- 5/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Kappei Yamaguchi, the voice actor of Usopp in One Piece anime, announced on his official X account on May 30, 2024, that he has been hospitalized and will have to undergo surgery.
In a series of light-hearted tweets, Yamaguchi explained that he had overexerted himself while weightlifting and will be hospitalized for a brief period. He humorously noted that he will return with a cyborg shoulder after the procedure.
The surgery, scheduled for tomorrow, will address a torn tendon in his shoulder, which the actor attributed to his rigorous weightlifting regimen.
Acknowledging the necessity of the procedure, he reassured fans that the injury is not overly serious but requires medical intervention as it won’t heal naturally.
Checkout his series of tweets below:
Actually, I’m going to be hospitalized for a bit starting today!^^ It’s for surgery on my shoulder because I overdid it with weightlifting. I’ll come back...
In a series of light-hearted tweets, Yamaguchi explained that he had overexerted himself while weightlifting and will be hospitalized for a brief period. He humorously noted that he will return with a cyborg shoulder after the procedure.
The surgery, scheduled for tomorrow, will address a torn tendon in his shoulder, which the actor attributed to his rigorous weightlifting regimen.
Acknowledging the necessity of the procedure, he reassured fans that the injury is not overly serious but requires medical intervention as it won’t heal naturally.
Checkout his series of tweets below:
Actually, I’m going to be hospitalized for a bit starting today!^^ It’s for surgery on my shoulder because I overdid it with weightlifting. I’ll come back...
- 5/30/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Will Sakura Ever Become Top Dog in Wind Breaker? Here's What Fans Think - Main Image
Wind Breaker continues to impress viewers with its intense fight scenes and psychological themes, which make it a standout anime of the spring season. As the plot unfolds, will Sakura ever become the top dog like he originally planned to in Wind Breaker?
Most Wind Breaker fans are optimistic about Haruka Sakura's future in the series.
They believe Sakura has the potential to become the top dog in Bofurin or even reach greater heights, thanks to his character development in the Wind Breaker manga.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga series, so proceed with caution.
Wind Breaker Fans Think Sakura Will Become Top Dog
It is not uncommon for fans to have high expectations for the main characters, especially if they have the potential to achieve so much more in their anime series.
Wind Breaker continues to impress viewers with its intense fight scenes and psychological themes, which make it a standout anime of the spring season. As the plot unfolds, will Sakura ever become the top dog like he originally planned to in Wind Breaker?
Most Wind Breaker fans are optimistic about Haruka Sakura's future in the series.
They believe Sakura has the potential to become the top dog in Bofurin or even reach greater heights, thanks to his character development in the Wind Breaker manga.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for the Wind Breaker manga series, so proceed with caution.
Wind Breaker Fans Think Sakura Will Become Top Dog
It is not uncommon for fans to have high expectations for the main characters, especially if they have the potential to achieve so much more in their anime series.
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
Welcome to Creators on the Rise, where we find and profile breakout creators who are in the midst of extraordinary growth. You can check out previous installments here.
Fearfiction didn’t think cosplay was going to work out for her.
She’d always been a big fan of manga and anime. In fact, anime is “all I watch,” she says. “I barely watch anything else. I connect with it the most.”
And, when you love anime, it’s only natural that you run into cosplay. You either know cosplayers, have cosplayed yourself, or see every fan convention you go to chock full of people dressed up as their favorite characters. Fearfiction–aka Gabby–knew she liked cosplay, but the idea of getting into it herself was intimidating. The costumes she saw were spectacles of skill. She’d have to learn sewing, wig styling, makeup, and much, much more.
“How do you even start with that?...
Fearfiction didn’t think cosplay was going to work out for her.
She’d always been a big fan of manga and anime. In fact, anime is “all I watch,” she says. “I barely watch anything else. I connect with it the most.”
And, when you love anime, it’s only natural that you run into cosplay. You either know cosplayers, have cosplayed yourself, or see every fan convention you go to chock full of people dressed up as their favorite characters. Fearfiction–aka Gabby–knew she liked cosplay, but the idea of getting into it herself was intimidating. The costumes she saw were spectacles of skill. She’d have to learn sewing, wig styling, makeup, and much, much more.
“How do you even start with that?...
- 5/29/2024
- by James Hale
- Tubefilter.com
One Piece is slowly on a path of revealing secrets. As the story progresses, slowly and steadily secrets that had been buried deep within the series have started to surface. Dr. Vegapunk’s message is on a mission to help fans understand many of the plot holes and questions left unanswered. With each new chapter, a lot is being exposed.
Dr. Vegapunk in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
The more the story nears its end, the more fans learn. Only a few examples include Joyboy’s real identity, the existence of Sun God Nika, and the difference between the two. Although there are still many questions left unanswered, such as what the One Piece is and what Imu looks like, that is a stance of patience. Chapter 1116 of the manga may also be answering another big question.
Warning: This article contains spoilers for One Piece chapter 1116.
One Piece’s Mother...
Dr. Vegapunk in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
The more the story nears its end, the more fans learn. Only a few examples include Joyboy’s real identity, the existence of Sun God Nika, and the difference between the two. Although there are still many questions left unanswered, such as what the One Piece is and what Imu looks like, that is a stance of patience. Chapter 1116 of the manga may also be answering another big question.
Warning: This article contains spoilers for One Piece chapter 1116.
One Piece’s Mother...
- 5/29/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Inspiration does not ask before striking, it just does. Anything and everything can become an inspiration if an artist has the perception for it. One Piece is one such work. Inspiration asks not what it can give you but what you can make of it. In a similar way, Eiichiro Oda has set a path for many to follow. He took the road not taken and made the grass greener as he walked.
Nami in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
There were many to follow in his path. Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball inspired many, enabling a chain effect of the creation of One Piece, and then those who took inspiration from it. There were many who found themselves taking notes from the Straw Hat Pirates. Out of the many names, the most prominent of them all happens to be Haruichi Furudate, the creator of Haikyuu!!
One Piece of Inspiration...
Nami in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
There were many to follow in his path. Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball inspired many, enabling a chain effect of the creation of One Piece, and then those who took inspiration from it. There were many who found themselves taking notes from the Straw Hat Pirates. Out of the many names, the most prominent of them all happens to be Haruichi Furudate, the creator of Haikyuu!!
One Piece of Inspiration...
- 5/29/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Luffy’s battle against the Gorosei has been going on for quite a few chapters and he has not been able to defeat even one of the Five Elders yet. His incomplete control of Gear 5 and the devastating strength of the Gorosei have become Luffy’s biggest weakness in the battle and the only thing that could help him right now is the Mother Flame.
The Mother Flame in One Piece | Viz Media
The Mother Flame could be the biggest game changer in the current One Piece battle, as the World Government understands its power and there have been hints that the Straw Hat Pirates might get a hold of it. All the Five Elders who are currently present at the Egghead Island arc have made it their top priority to not only destroy the Egghead Island but also protect the Mother Flame.
While fans may not have noticed this,...
The Mother Flame in One Piece | Viz Media
The Mother Flame could be the biggest game changer in the current One Piece battle, as the World Government understands its power and there have been hints that the Straw Hat Pirates might get a hold of it. All the Five Elders who are currently present at the Egghead Island arc have made it their top priority to not only destroy the Egghead Island but also protect the Mother Flame.
While fans may not have noticed this,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The spoilers for One Piece chapter 1116 have recently surfaced on the internet, and they have brought a new twist to the intriguing Egghead Island plot. The chapter focuses on Vegapunk’s message, the Mother Flame, the war of the Ancient Kingdom, and the only people who know the full truth about the Void Century: the former Pirate King and his crew.
One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
However, a piece of disheartening news has also traveled with the spoilers of Chapter 1116, which states that the chapter will only be 13 pages long. This has led to One Piece fans worrying about Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the manga series. Such instances have happened in the past, and the reason behind them is generally the health of the creator.
Usually, the manga chapters are about 20 pages long, and the sudden change in the volume of the chapters indicates that Oda might not have...
One Piece (Credit: Toei Animation)
However, a piece of disheartening news has also traveled with the spoilers of Chapter 1116, which states that the chapter will only be 13 pages long. This has led to One Piece fans worrying about Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the manga series. Such instances have happened in the past, and the reason behind them is generally the health of the creator.
Usually, the manga chapters are about 20 pages long, and the sudden change in the volume of the chapters indicates that Oda might not have...
- 5/29/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The portrayal of female characters in prominent anime series like Naruto and One Piece has always been a subject of discussion among anime fans. The mangas, being a part of the Shonen genre, have always been blamed for either overly sexualizing the female characters in the series or not giving them enough background or storyline to highlight their importance.
Sakura Haruno | Studio Pierrot
Both One Piece and Naruto have faced these allegations, but according to the overall narrative, One Piece might triumph over Naruto in terms of giving their female characters enough screen time that they leave an impact on the fans. This was proved when Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto, talked about the portrayal of Sakura in the series.
The manga revealed that because Sakura was a normal girl, she didn’t have any additional storyline to add gravitas to her character, which would have marked her importance...
Sakura Haruno | Studio Pierrot
Both One Piece and Naruto have faced these allegations, but according to the overall narrative, One Piece might triumph over Naruto in terms of giving their female characters enough screen time that they leave an impact on the fans. This was proved when Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto, talked about the portrayal of Sakura in the series.
The manga revealed that because Sakura was a normal girl, she didn’t have any additional storyline to add gravitas to her character, which would have marked her importance...
- 5/28/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The fight with the Gorosei in the Egghead Island arc in One Piece has become the biggest hindrance for the Straw Hat Pirates, who are trying to escape the island. Right now, Captain Luffy is trying his level best to somehow defeat the Five Elders, save his crew, and proceed toward their next adventure in Elbaf village with the giants.
Zoro in One Piece | Toei Animation
Almost every Straw Hat Pirate has fought at least one Gorosei, be it Saturn or V Nusjuro. The only Straw Hat who has yet to test his power against a Gorosei is Roronoa Zoro, the swordsman of the crew. The most suitable Gorosei opponent for Zoro would be V Nusjuro, as both of them are swordsmen and have links to Wano.
There is also a theory circulating on the internet, which states that Zoro will not only fight V Nusjuro but also defeat him,...
Zoro in One Piece | Toei Animation
Almost every Straw Hat Pirate has fought at least one Gorosei, be it Saturn or V Nusjuro. The only Straw Hat who has yet to test his power against a Gorosei is Roronoa Zoro, the swordsman of the crew. The most suitable Gorosei opponent for Zoro would be V Nusjuro, as both of them are swordsmen and have links to Wano.
There is also a theory circulating on the internet, which states that Zoro will not only fight V Nusjuro but also defeat him,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The first trial of the two manga leakers who were arrested on suspicion of copyright infringement was held at the Kumamoto District Court (presided by Judge Mikito Nakata) on May 27, 2024.
During the trial it was revealed that a popular account on Sns – Dbs Hype – had demanded the Tokyo based company, Japan Deal World, into sending them the leaks from popular manga titles in exchange for promoting their company.
The prosecution stated that Dbs Hype, whose real identity remains unknown, contacted the manager on social media and made the illicit proposal.
The manager then ordered the employee to photograph the unreleased manga at the company’s office, which were then sent to Dbs Hype. This occurred on three occasions between Jan 26th and 31st, 2024.
The copyrighted works in question include One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, and Blue Lock serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine.
During the trial it was revealed that a popular account on Sns – Dbs Hype – had demanded the Tokyo based company, Japan Deal World, into sending them the leaks from popular manga titles in exchange for promoting their company.
The prosecution stated that Dbs Hype, whose real identity remains unknown, contacted the manager on social media and made the illicit proposal.
The manager then ordered the employee to photograph the unreleased manga at the company’s office, which were then sent to Dbs Hype. This occurred on three occasions between Jan 26th and 31st, 2024.
The copyrighted works in question include One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, and Blue Lock serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine.
- 5/28/2024
- by A.R. Madillo
- AnimeHunch
If you think of a lengthy manga with huge arcs, One Piece is the first candidate that comes to mind. Not only is it one of the most famous Shonen series, but it is also one of the biggest. Naturally, the series inspires other writers and incites rivalry.
Who would have known that the author of another equally popular franchise has also been involved in a secret competition with Eiichiro Oda? Kohei Horikoshi, the famed author of My Hero Academia, confessed that he has been in a one-sided competition with One Piece on an unlikely matter.
Kohei Horikoshi’s Motivation Behind My Hero Academia‘s Internship Arc
Deku in My Hero Academia (Credits: Bones)
In an interview published in Comic Natalie, Kohei Horikoshi talked about his manga and the struggles he faced on the way. At the time of the interview, the most recent volume featured the Internship Arc, which...
Who would have known that the author of another equally popular franchise has also been involved in a secret competition with Eiichiro Oda? Kohei Horikoshi, the famed author of My Hero Academia, confessed that he has been in a one-sided competition with One Piece on an unlikely matter.
Kohei Horikoshi’s Motivation Behind My Hero Academia‘s Internship Arc
Deku in My Hero Academia (Credits: Bones)
In an interview published in Comic Natalie, Kohei Horikoshi talked about his manga and the struggles he faced on the way. At the time of the interview, the most recent volume featured the Internship Arc, which...
- 5/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
“One Piece” editor Eric Litman is “so excited to get involved” in the live-action Netflix version of the popular Japanese manga series by Eiichiro Oda, which was also turned into an animated TV show in 1999. Litman had previously collaborated with co-showrunner Matt Owens on Marvel’s “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” so he was happy to continue their working relationship on the new pirate-themed project. “When I finally got the call that they wanted to bring me on, I was just absolutely beyond myself,” the editor tells us. Watch the exclusive video interview above.
Litman calls it a “responsibility” and an “honor” to be a part of such a world-renowned franchise, adding, “You want to make sure you do right by the fans.” As he explains, “Anime hasn’t always translated well in the past. And we wanted to make sure that the fans really responded well to the show, and the...
Litman calls it a “responsibility” and an “honor” to be a part of such a world-renowned franchise, adding, “You want to make sure you do right by the fans.” As he explains, “Anime hasn’t always translated well in the past. And we wanted to make sure that the fans really responded well to the show, and the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
While, Netflix has made a name for itself by canceling our favorite shows like I Am Not Okay With This and The Order, the streaming service still serves as one of the biggest content machines on the planet. That’s why when a series clicks with the audience Netflix has to renew it so let’s check out the lucky names of the shows that have been given the green light for future seasons in 2024.
Survival of the Thickest Season 2
Survival of the Thickest is a comedy-drama series created by Michelle Buteau and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel. Based on Buteau’s memoir of the same name, the Netflix series follows the story of a recently single plus-sized woman as he tries to rebuild her life while struggling as a stylist. Survival of the Thickest came out with its first on the streamer in July 2023 and nearly seven months later Netflix announced that...
Survival of the Thickest Season 2
Survival of the Thickest is a comedy-drama series created by Michelle Buteau and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel. Based on Buteau’s memoir of the same name, the Netflix series follows the story of a recently single plus-sized woman as he tries to rebuild her life while struggling as a stylist. Survival of the Thickest came out with its first on the streamer in July 2023 and nearly seven months later Netflix announced that...
- 5/27/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Monkey D. Luffy, Trafalgar D. Water Law, Marshall D. Teach, and Gol D. Roger. The only common thing between all these One Piece characters except their roles as pirates is the initial D in their middle name. The mysterious initial signifies a Will that is associated with these characters, and its definition has multiple renditions.
Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece | Toei Animation
While some believe that the Will of D links the characters to the devil, others believe that it is a family name that has been passed down for generations. But no one knows the actual story behind it, except for Eiichiro Oda, the manga creator. Multiple theories have been devised to find out what the Will of D could be, but none of them can be termed accurate.
However, there is one theory that might shed some light on the mystery and offer a new perspective on the Will of D.
Monkey D. Luffy in One Piece | Toei Animation
While some believe that the Will of D links the characters to the devil, others believe that it is a family name that has been passed down for generations. But no one knows the actual story behind it, except for Eiichiro Oda, the manga creator. Multiple theories have been devised to find out what the Will of D could be, but none of them can be termed accurate.
However, there is one theory that might shed some light on the mystery and offer a new perspective on the Will of D.
- 5/27/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The "One Piece" live-action adaptation is fantastic, setting a new standard for live-action adaptations of anime and manga. The show takes Eiichiro Oda's beloved and iconic manga and translates it to the screen in a way that is faithful, but also changes things when it makes for a better story — like bringing in Garp earlier and making him an overarching villain for the season. A key element to the adaptation is the cast, which is absolutely perfect and encapsulates why people fell in love with the story in the first place, bringing to life the tale of Monkey D. Luffy and his quest to get a pirate crew that will join him across perilous waters in search of the mythical treasure, One Piece.
Of course, adapting over 90 chapters into a single 8-hour season is bound to leave many things behind, and unfortunately one of those was a beloved character...
Of course, adapting over 90 chapters into a single 8-hour season is bound to leave many things behind, and unfortunately one of those was a beloved character...
- 5/27/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Written by Yuto Suzuki, the Sakamoto Days manga has been a marginal cult classic for years now; the manga debuted in 2020 and has quietly attracted a large fanbase who love the quirky action-comedy take on the hitman sub-genre. Fans have been demanding an anime adaptation for years now and recently, some outlets reported that Netflix listed the project as an upcoming one as part of its Netflix Anime brand. At the time, we did not report on it because it was just a rumor and a plain list with no official confirmation, so it did not seem overly reliable, and it turns out that our assumption was correct.
Namely, Netflix has officially removed the Sakamoto Days anime from its list of upcoming projects, but that does not mean that we don’t have any good news for you, as it has – indeed – been confirmed that the Sakamoto Days anime is happening,...
Namely, Netflix has officially removed the Sakamoto Days anime from its list of upcoming projects, but that does not mean that we don’t have any good news for you, as it has – indeed – been confirmed that the Sakamoto Days anime is happening,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
A healthy rivalry between manga creators is not a new thing. Especially when you are the creators of two of the Big Three. There was a time, not so long ago, when Tite Kubo and Eiichiro Oda, the biggest mangakas in the industry, were competing for the top spot. Their rivalry led to the succession of their works, Bleach and One Piece, which became industry giants.
One Piece | Toei Animation
However, this healthy rivalry may not have been good for Kubo, as the manga creator once confessed that he developed feelings of jealousy towards Oda because his One Piece manga always stood one step ahead of Bleach. He even went on to say that he hated the mangaka because of this.
But Oda, being the kind soul he is, gave the perfect response to Kubo’s comment and won the hearts of everyone. The manga creator not only confessed that...
One Piece | Toei Animation
However, this healthy rivalry may not have been good for Kubo, as the manga creator once confessed that he developed feelings of jealousy towards Oda because his One Piece manga always stood one step ahead of Bleach. He even went on to say that he hated the mangaka because of this.
But Oda, being the kind soul he is, gave the perfect response to Kubo’s comment and won the hearts of everyone. The manga creator not only confessed that...
- 5/27/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
While Netflix has expanded the type of programming it offers, most recently venturing into live sports and other events, co-ceo Ted Sarandos has indicated in a new interview that news is not for Netflix.
“We don’t do breaking news and that kind of thing, because I think there’s a lot of other outlets for it. People aren’t looking to us for that,” Sarandos told The New York Times in a wide-ranging interview that ran online Saturday when asked what’s not right for Netflix. Yet the executive — whose company a year ago launched an ad tier — in the same answer said he’s open to new things: “I don’t think that there’s a clean answer because the best version of something may work really well for Netflix but just hasn’t worked to date.”
Last week, after Netflix’s first in-person upfront presentation, CNN acknowledged...
“We don’t do breaking news and that kind of thing, because I think there’s a lot of other outlets for it. People aren’t looking to us for that,” Sarandos told The New York Times in a wide-ranging interview that ran online Saturday when asked what’s not right for Netflix. Yet the executive — whose company a year ago launched an ad tier — in the same answer said he’s open to new things: “I don’t think that there’s a clean answer because the best version of something may work really well for Netflix but just hasn’t worked to date.”
Last week, after Netflix’s first in-person upfront presentation, CNN acknowledged...
- 5/26/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
There is no denying that Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has had a huge impact on the growth and popularity of the anime and manga world. The series has earned worldwide recognition and has become one of the biggest anime franchises in the world. Still, One Piece’s greatest honor is that it served as an inspiration to a large number of other manga creators.
Straw Hat Pirates (Credit: Toei Animation)
From My Hero Academia to Edens Zero, many manga creators have tried to carry on Oda and One Piece’s legacy with their own adaptations. However, this was never the intention of Oda. Oda’s purpose in creating the One Piece manga was never to inspire anyone but to rebel against the norms of the manga world.
He once revealed in an interview that when he started, the rules of the manga world were different and he wanted to...
Straw Hat Pirates (Credit: Toei Animation)
From My Hero Academia to Edens Zero, many manga creators have tried to carry on Oda and One Piece’s legacy with their own adaptations. However, this was never the intention of Oda. Oda’s purpose in creating the One Piece manga was never to inspire anyone but to rebel against the norms of the manga world.
He once revealed in an interview that when he started, the rules of the manga world were different and he wanted to...
- 5/26/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Hiro Mashima, the famed author of Fairy Tail, is known not only for his enrapturing storyline but also for his stunning character designs. The characters in Fairy Tail are instantly recognizable while not being too generic. You could tell that each of them was designed with care.
Lucy in Fairy Tail | Studio A-1 Pictures
From Natsu and Lucy to even the minor characters, you could take one look and know which anime they belonged to. Mashima’s art style is at times similar to One Piece, but he took the best of the manga world and implemented it into his franchise.
Why Hiro Mashima Feels Pressure While Drawing Female Characters in Fairy Tail
Despite the humongous success of Fairy Tail and the characters who are beloved all over the world, Hiro Mashima seems to doubt his own skills. In an interview, Mashima-sensei claimed:
I’m actually not very good at drawing female characters.
Lucy in Fairy Tail | Studio A-1 Pictures
From Natsu and Lucy to even the minor characters, you could take one look and know which anime they belonged to. Mashima’s art style is at times similar to One Piece, but he took the best of the manga world and implemented it into his franchise.
Why Hiro Mashima Feels Pressure While Drawing Female Characters in Fairy Tail
Despite the humongous success of Fairy Tail and the characters who are beloved all over the world, Hiro Mashima seems to doubt his own skills. In an interview, Mashima-sensei claimed:
I’m actually not very good at drawing female characters.
- 5/26/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Dr. Vegapunk’s recent ongoing message to the One Piece world is the biggest revelation that Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus has ever seen. Not only is Vegapunk spilling out the secrets of the World Government, but he is also revealing information about important mysteries like the Ancient Kingdom, Joy Boy, and Ancient weapons.
Dr. Vegapunk’s Message in One Piece | Viz Media
However, knowing Oda and his incredible talent for foreshadowing Vegapunk’s message might also contain some hidden encryptions that might be more valuable than the message that he is delivering to the One Piece world. This message could very well contain some more valuable information that fans might not have noticed.
According to a One Piece theory, the important thing to focus on is not what’s being said in the messages but what’s been intentionally or unintentionally left out. The things that are left out...
Dr. Vegapunk’s Message in One Piece | Viz Media
However, knowing Oda and his incredible talent for foreshadowing Vegapunk’s message might also contain some hidden encryptions that might be more valuable than the message that he is delivering to the One Piece world. This message could very well contain some more valuable information that fans might not have noticed.
According to a One Piece theory, the important thing to focus on is not what’s being said in the messages but what’s been intentionally or unintentionally left out. The things that are left out...
- 5/26/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The emotional phase of the Egghead Island arc has just started in the One Piece anime, and fans are not ready for it. One Piece episode 1106, which was released on May 25, marked the beginning of the backstory of Bartholomew Kuma and Jewelry Bonney as Bonney entered the Nikyu room and found her father’s memories.
Bonney Enter Kuma’s Memories in One Piece Anime | Toei Animation
The episode has quite a few interesting narratives, like Sentomaru ordering the new Pacifista models to defend their creator (Dr. Vegapunk) from the Navy and World Government, and Morgans announcing to the world that Dr. Vegapunk is kidnapped by the Straw Hat Pirates, and they have gotten into an all-out war with the Navy.
However, the only thing that One Piece fans cared about the most in the episode that left them in emotional turmoil was when Bonney got to see her father in his worst state.
Bonney Enter Kuma’s Memories in One Piece Anime | Toei Animation
The episode has quite a few interesting narratives, like Sentomaru ordering the new Pacifista models to defend their creator (Dr. Vegapunk) from the Navy and World Government, and Morgans announcing to the world that Dr. Vegapunk is kidnapped by the Straw Hat Pirates, and they have gotten into an all-out war with the Navy.
However, the only thing that One Piece fans cared about the most in the episode that left them in emotional turmoil was when Bonney got to see her father in his worst state.
- 5/26/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
One Piece is popular not only because of Luffy’s adventures and adrenaline-pumping battles but also because of its inclusivity. So far, the series has featured several powerful female characters like Boa Hancock, Nico Robin, and Nami as well as cross-dressing individuals.
What began as the saga of a wannabe pirate king has become a story that anyone can relate with. In an interview to celebrate One Piece‘s 21st anniversary, Eiichiro Oda opens up abut the inclusive prospect in his series.
Eiichiro Oda Loves Featuring Drag Queens in One Piece Okamas in One Piece | Crunchyroll
In an interview, Eiichiro Oda admitted to his fascination with drag queens. One Piece has several cross-dressing characters, and almost all of them have helped the Straw Hats in their journey. Some of the major characters are Ivankov and Bon Clay or Mr. 2.
I like drag queens like Ivankov and Bon Clay, who saved...
What began as the saga of a wannabe pirate king has become a story that anyone can relate with. In an interview to celebrate One Piece‘s 21st anniversary, Eiichiro Oda opens up abut the inclusive prospect in his series.
Eiichiro Oda Loves Featuring Drag Queens in One Piece Okamas in One Piece | Crunchyroll
In an interview, Eiichiro Oda admitted to his fascination with drag queens. One Piece has several cross-dressing characters, and almost all of them have helped the Straw Hats in their journey. Some of the major characters are Ivankov and Bon Clay or Mr. 2.
I like drag queens like Ivankov and Bon Clay, who saved...
- 5/25/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
In one story, a school of gifted children hides a terrible secret. In the other, teens Maru and Kiruko wander the post-apocalypse looking for “Heaven.” One is heaven, one is hell. Or is it the other way around? That’s Heavenly Delusion (also known as Tengoku Daimakyo ), a manga series by Masakazu Ishiguro that was adapted into animation last year. It shares his affinity for comedy, horror, and carefully constructed mysteries. The Heavenly Delusion adaptation featured many of the anime industry’s most prestigious artists: director of photography Kentarou Waki, art director Yuuji Kaneko and composer Kensuke Ushio. The director, Hirotaka Mori, was a fresh face. But Mori did a fantastic job, delivering one of the best series of the year. He’s a director to watch closely in the future. Crunchyroll News had the opportunity to speak to Mori virtually during his visit to Anime Central about his process.
- 5/25/2024
- by Adam Wescott
- Crunchyroll
Imu, the overarching main villain of One Piece is yet to make a face-reveal. But it hasn’t stopped fans from creating theories to make sense of him. This mysterious character has always appeared as a silhouette, often with mysterious backgrounds.
Yet, it is not clear how Imu is able to rule over the World Government as well as the Celestial Dragons. Is his Devil Fruit that powerful? Fans have theorized Imu’s potential Devil Fruit as well as its powers.
The Four Gods and Their Devil Fruits in One Piece
Luffy finding the Hito Hito no Mi: Nika | One Piece Fandom
For the longest time, Luffy’s Devil Fruit was conjectured to be Gomu Gomu no Mi, a simple rubber-type Paramecia fruit. Yet, as the plot progressed, it was revealed that Gomu Gomu no Mi was just a cover-up name to hide its actual nature. The fruit is actually...
Yet, it is not clear how Imu is able to rule over the World Government as well as the Celestial Dragons. Is his Devil Fruit that powerful? Fans have theorized Imu’s potential Devil Fruit as well as its powers.
The Four Gods and Their Devil Fruits in One Piece
Luffy finding the Hito Hito no Mi: Nika | One Piece Fandom
For the longest time, Luffy’s Devil Fruit was conjectured to be Gomu Gomu no Mi, a simple rubber-type Paramecia fruit. Yet, as the plot progressed, it was revealed that Gomu Gomu no Mi was just a cover-up name to hide its actual nature. The fruit is actually...
- 5/24/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Chapter 1115 of One Piece showed a continuation of Vegapunk’s message to the world. The genius scientist explained that it took an alliance of 20 nations to defeat Joy Boy. Yet, who murdered Joy Boy is still unclear.
Eiichiro Oda’s habit is to sprinkle Easter Eggs all throughout One Piece so that readers can piece them together to make their own theory. Similarly, if you treat the manga chapters like puzzle pieces then you are bound to have suspicions about who could have killed Joy Boy.
All the Hints Sprinkled in One Piece Regarding Joy Boy Dr. Vegapunk reveals Joy Boy was the First Pirate in One Piece | Viz Media
Joy Boy played a great role as a liberator during the Void Century. He is also the first man to ever become a pirate. We learn about him from the messages recorded in Poneglyphs. One Poneglyph contained an apology to the Fish-Man Island’s merpeople.
Eiichiro Oda’s habit is to sprinkle Easter Eggs all throughout One Piece so that readers can piece them together to make their own theory. Similarly, if you treat the manga chapters like puzzle pieces then you are bound to have suspicions about who could have killed Joy Boy.
All the Hints Sprinkled in One Piece Regarding Joy Boy Dr. Vegapunk reveals Joy Boy was the First Pirate in One Piece | Viz Media
Joy Boy played a great role as a liberator during the Void Century. He is also the first man to ever become a pirate. We learn about him from the messages recorded in Poneglyphs. One Poneglyph contained an apology to the Fish-Man Island’s merpeople.
- 5/24/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Netflix Reveals One Piece Live Action as Most Successful Series of Late 2023 - Main Image
The show is no doubt a success, but a new report confirmed that the One Piece live-action is Netflix’s most successful series in the second half of 2023.
How successful? Well, the series is Netflix’s most-watched show between July and December 2023. Yes, that means it beat every other Netflix original series that year, showing just how many viewers watched it.
What’s also interesting is that the show had a noticeable effect on the anime series and films, with these also getting a major increase in viewership.
One Piece Live-Action Is Netflix’s Most-Watched Series in the Second Half of 2023
Netflix recently shared its second half of 2023 report, which featured a lot of interesting data. For instance, it revealed that Leave the World Behind was Netflix’s biggest movie in late 2023 with 121 million views.
The show is no doubt a success, but a new report confirmed that the One Piece live-action is Netflix’s most successful series in the second half of 2023.
How successful? Well, the series is Netflix’s most-watched show between July and December 2023. Yes, that means it beat every other Netflix original series that year, showing just how many viewers watched it.
What’s also interesting is that the show had a noticeable effect on the anime series and films, with these also getting a major increase in viewership.
One Piece Live-Action Is Netflix’s Most-Watched Series in the Second Half of 2023
Netflix recently shared its second half of 2023 report, which featured a lot of interesting data. For instance, it revealed that Leave the World Behind was Netflix’s biggest movie in late 2023 with 121 million views.
- 5/24/2024
- EpicStream
Netflix has unveiled its list of the most-watched titles in the second half of 2023, and leading the pack is none other than the first season of One Piece live-action series, which garnered 71.6 million views in four months.
Checkout the entire list below:
RankTitleAvailable Globally?Release DateHours ViewedViews1.One Piece: Season 1Yes2023-08-31541,900,00071,600,0002.Dear Child: Limited Series // Liebes Kind: MiniserieYes2023-09-07252,800,00052,500,0003.Who is Erin Carter?: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-24286,200,00050,100,0004.Lupin: Part 3Yes2023-10-05274,300,00049,700,0005.The Witcher: Season 3Yes2023-06-29363,800,00047,900,0006.Sex Education: Season 4Yes2023-09-21374,700,00046,300,0007.Beckham: Limited SeriesYes2023-10-04208,500,00043,900,0008.CoComelon: Season 8Yes2023-04-1040,100,00037,600,0009.Virgin River: Season 5Yes2023-09-07331,400,00035,800,00010.The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2Yes2023-07-06292,300,00035,700,00011.Painkiller: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-10171,400,00034,400,00012.All the Light We Cannot See: Limited SeriesYes2023-11-02129,900,00033,900,00013.My Life With the Walter Boys: Season 1Yes2023-12-07254,300,00033,400,00014.King the Land: Limited Series // 킹더랜드: 리미티드 시리즈Yes2023-06-17630,200,00033,200,00015.Squid Game:...
Checkout the entire list below:
RankTitleAvailable Globally?Release DateHours ViewedViews1.One Piece: Season 1Yes2023-08-31541,900,00071,600,0002.Dear Child: Limited Series // Liebes Kind: MiniserieYes2023-09-07252,800,00052,500,0003.Who is Erin Carter?: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-24286,200,00050,100,0004.Lupin: Part 3Yes2023-10-05274,300,00049,700,0005.The Witcher: Season 3Yes2023-06-29363,800,00047,900,0006.Sex Education: Season 4Yes2023-09-21374,700,00046,300,0007.Beckham: Limited SeriesYes2023-10-04208,500,00043,900,0008.CoComelon: Season 8Yes2023-04-1040,100,00037,600,0009.Virgin River: Season 5Yes2023-09-07331,400,00035,800,00010.The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2Yes2023-07-06292,300,00035,700,00011.Painkiller: Limited SeriesYes2023-08-10171,400,00034,400,00012.All the Light We Cannot See: Limited SeriesYes2023-11-02129,900,00033,900,00013.My Life With the Walter Boys: Season 1Yes2023-12-07254,300,00033,400,00014.King the Land: Limited Series // 킹더랜드: 리미티드 시리즈Yes2023-06-17630,200,00033,200,00015.Squid Game:...
- 5/24/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
One Piece fans are waiting for a couple of battles that will change the entire course of the story. These battles will likely take place during the final arc, and when they do, they will be some of the biggest fights in the history of anime. Among these fights, the one that fans are waiting for the most is the Zoro vs. Mihawk rematch.
Roronoa Zoro | Toei Animation
Since the beginning, Zoro has been motivated by a single ambition, which is to become the strongest swordsman in the world. For this, he has to defeat the current strongest swordsman, Dracule Mihawk. The two have fought once during the Baratie arc, and Zoro was easily defeated by Mihawk.
Ever since then, he has been training vigorously and waiting for a rematch that will once again give him a chance to finally achieve the title. While Zoro and the One Piece fans waited,...
Roronoa Zoro | Toei Animation
Since the beginning, Zoro has been motivated by a single ambition, which is to become the strongest swordsman in the world. For this, he has to defeat the current strongest swordsman, Dracule Mihawk. The two have fought once during the Baratie arc, and Zoro was easily defeated by Mihawk.
Ever since then, he has been training vigorously and waiting for a rematch that will once again give him a chance to finally achieve the title. While Zoro and the One Piece fans waited,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Leave The World Behind was the most viewed feature film on Netflix over the second half of 2023, according to the streamer’s second biannual viewing report.
The Sam Esmail thriller with Julia Roberts generated 121m views over the period, becoming Netflix’s fifth most popular movie of all time. Gal Gadot crime thriller Heart Of Stone was the second most popular feature in the time frame, with 109.6m views, followed by animated family film Leo, Spanish-language thriller Nowhere (86.2m) and action comedy The Out-Laws (83.8m).
Netflix published its first biannual report late last year, taking a step towards greater data transparency.
The Sam Esmail thriller with Julia Roberts generated 121m views over the period, becoming Netflix’s fifth most popular movie of all time. Gal Gadot crime thriller Heart Of Stone was the second most popular feature in the time frame, with 109.6m views, followed by animated family film Leo, Spanish-language thriller Nowhere (86.2m) and action comedy The Out-Laws (83.8m).
Netflix published its first biannual report late last year, taking a step towards greater data transparency.
- 5/23/2024
- ScreenDaily
Today, Netflix released viewership data for the second half of 2023. The numbers shine a light on what worked, what flopped, and how Netflix may move forward in the future.
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The most-watched show on Netflix in the second half of 2023 was “One Piece.” The live-action remake of an anime classic racked up an incredible 71.6 million views and over 541 million hours. The easy conclusion is that Netflix should greenlight more live-action remakes of anime shows, right? Well, maybe not.
One of Netflix’s most high-profile flops was the live-action “Cowboy Bebop,” which hit the platform in November 2021. Although it hit the Netflix Top 10 list for three weeks, the show declined 59% in viewing hours from its second week to its third. Netflix canceled the show less than a month after its debut.
Netflix’s remake of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” was a hit this year.
Sign Up $6.99+ / month netflix.com ‘One Piece’ to Rule Them All
The most-watched show on Netflix in the second half of 2023 was “One Piece.” The live-action remake of an anime classic racked up an incredible 71.6 million views and over 541 million hours. The easy conclusion is that Netflix should greenlight more live-action remakes of anime shows, right? Well, maybe not.
One of Netflix’s most high-profile flops was the live-action “Cowboy Bebop,” which hit the platform in November 2021. Although it hit the Netflix Top 10 list for three weeks, the show declined 59% in viewing hours from its second week to its third. Netflix canceled the show less than a month after its debut.
Netflix’s remake of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” was a hit this year.
- 5/23/2024
- by Ben Bowman
- The Streamable
Netflix has released another huge batch of data about the time users spent with the service, and the top of its series list demonstrates how wide its global reach is.
The No. 1 series for the second half of 2023, as measured by Netflix’s view metric (total viewing hours divided by running time), was One Piece, a U.S.-Japanese co-production based on the enduringly popular manga and anime series. It amassed 71.6 million views following its Aug. 31 premiere. Four of the next five shows — German miniseries Dear Child, the third installment of Lupin from France, and British shows Who Is Erin Carter? and Sex Education season four — originated outside the United States, and the sixth, The Witcher, is based on novels by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski and films in Europe.
One Piece’s 71.6 million views equates to 541.9 million hours of viewing worldwide in the four months from its premiere date to...
The No. 1 series for the second half of 2023, as measured by Netflix’s view metric (total viewing hours divided by running time), was One Piece, a U.S.-Japanese co-production based on the enduringly popular manga and anime series. It amassed 71.6 million views following its Aug. 31 premiere. Four of the next five shows — German miniseries Dear Child, the third installment of Lupin from France, and British shows Who Is Erin Carter? and Sex Education season four — originated outside the United States, and the sixth, The Witcher, is based on novels by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski and films in Europe.
One Piece’s 71.6 million views equates to 541.9 million hours of viewing worldwide in the four months from its premiere date to...
- 5/23/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Dear Child (Liebes Kind) is a German miniseries that is about to become even more high-profile outside of its local territory.
The limited series became the second most-watched title for Netflix over the second half of 2023 as it published its latest tranche of viewing data.
The series clocked up 253M hours viewed since its launch in September with 52.5M views, coming in just behind One Piece, Netflix’s high-profile anime remake.
In Netflix’s first tranche of data, released in December, Korean thriller The Glory was its most-watched international title with 623M hours viewed.
But what is Dear Child?
Based on a book, the series is about a mystery woman, who is discovered after a hit-and-run — and a long unsolved missing persons case is reopened.
A 13-year-old missing persons case is reopened with stunning and dramatic turns. When an unknown woman is struck by a car in a German forest at night,...
The limited series became the second most-watched title for Netflix over the second half of 2023 as it published its latest tranche of viewing data.
The series clocked up 253M hours viewed since its launch in September with 52.5M views, coming in just behind One Piece, Netflix’s high-profile anime remake.
In Netflix’s first tranche of data, released in December, Korean thriller The Glory was its most-watched international title with 623M hours viewed.
But what is Dear Child?
Based on a book, the series is about a mystery woman, who is discovered after a hit-and-run — and a long unsolved missing persons case is reopened.
A 13-year-old missing persons case is reopened with stunning and dramatic turns. When an unknown woman is struck by a car in a German forest at night,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has just released another round of viewership data.
After pulling back the curtain on its data for the first time last year, the streamer quietly dropped the insights for the second half of 2023, publishing the second What We Watched report on Thursday without as much fanfare as the last round. As Netflix pointed out previously, the initiative aims to document the the full picture instead of the existing glimpses of only the top-performing programming.
According to the report, audiences watched 90B hours of Netflix content from July to December 2023, which is on par with the first half of the year.
The top-ranking title in the latest report appears to be the apocalyptic film Leave the World Behind with 121M views.
Related: ‘Young Sheldon’ Enjoys Second Life On Netflix; ‘Suits’ Still A Big Draw
The most-watched series is One Piece with more than half a billion hours viewed, translating to just under 72M total views.
After pulling back the curtain on its data for the first time last year, the streamer quietly dropped the insights for the second half of 2023, publishing the second What We Watched report on Thursday without as much fanfare as the last round. As Netflix pointed out previously, the initiative aims to document the the full picture instead of the existing glimpses of only the top-performing programming.
According to the report, audiences watched 90B hours of Netflix content from July to December 2023, which is on par with the first half of the year.
The top-ranking title in the latest report appears to be the apocalyptic film Leave the World Behind with 121M views.
Related: ‘Young Sheldon’ Enjoys Second Life On Netflix; ‘Suits’ Still A Big Draw
The most-watched series is One Piece with more than half a billion hours viewed, translating to just under 72M total views.
- 5/23/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Dystopian thriller “Leave the World Behind” was the most-watched film — and title overall — on Netflix globally in the second half of 2023, while anime-inspired live action series “One Piece” led on the TV side among individual series seasons.
The data comes from Netflix’s second edition of “What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report,” reflecting viewership on the streamer from July-December 2023 covering 99% of all viewing on Netflix. Subscribers across the world watched about 90 billion hours of Netflix in the second half of 2023, compared with 93 billion hours in the first half of the year.
Netflix released its first big data dump, covering the first half of 2023, last December. In the second report, released Thursday, the company has added runtime and views (total hours viewed divided by runtime) and separated films and TV series, syncing it up with its weekly Top 10 and Most Popular lists.
“Leave the World Behind,” Netflix’s No. 5 most popular movie of all time,...
The data comes from Netflix’s second edition of “What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report,” reflecting viewership on the streamer from July-December 2023 covering 99% of all viewing on Netflix. Subscribers across the world watched about 90 billion hours of Netflix in the second half of 2023, compared with 93 billion hours in the first half of the year.
Netflix released its first big data dump, covering the first half of 2023, last December. In the second report, released Thursday, the company has added runtime and views (total hours viewed divided by runtime) and separated films and TV series, syncing it up with its weekly Top 10 and Most Popular lists.
“Leave the World Behind,” Netflix’s No. 5 most popular movie of all time,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations English Dub Release Date: When Is the English Version Coming Out? - Main Image
To the delight of US fans, Hulu has confirmed that Boruto: Naruto Next Generations is getting an English dub soon. Check out all the details below so you don't miss out on the English version's upcoming release.
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations English Dub Release Date
On Hulu’s press page, it was revealed that Boruto: Naruto Next Generations’ English dub is scheduled to air on June 1, 2024. Hulu will air Viz Media's English dub version of the series.
The Boruto anime debuted in Japan in April 2017 on TV Tokyo. Part 1 of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations concluded with 293 episodes in March 2023, paving the way for part 2, which has also been confirmed.
Boruto English Dub Voice Cast and Staff Confirmed
Viz Media secured the rights to the series’ dub and will stream it on Hulu next month.
To the delight of US fans, Hulu has confirmed that Boruto: Naruto Next Generations is getting an English dub soon. Check out all the details below so you don't miss out on the English version's upcoming release.
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations English Dub Release Date
On Hulu’s press page, it was revealed that Boruto: Naruto Next Generations’ English dub is scheduled to air on June 1, 2024. Hulu will air Viz Media's English dub version of the series.
The Boruto anime debuted in Japan in April 2017 on TV Tokyo. Part 1 of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations concluded with 293 episodes in March 2023, paving the way for part 2, which has also been confirmed.
Boruto English Dub Voice Cast and Staff Confirmed
Viz Media secured the rights to the series’ dub and will stream it on Hulu next month.
- 5/23/2024
- EpicStream
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