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Baki the Grappler: What is the Demon Back?
There's an unusual feature among the muscular men of Baki known as the Demon Face, which is both super strong and super intimidating.
Why This Sports Version of Ouran High School Is An Underrated Gem
Aoharu x Machinegun looks like an Ouran High School knockoff at first, but the survival game comedy is an absolutely fun watch.
Sasuke Has Always Been The Best Character In Naruto
With a role as important as the protagonist and a remarkably crafted personality, the Naruto anime would've never been the same without Sasuke.
10 Things Shonen's Big Three Does Better Than The Dark Trio
From stronger comedy to playful filler, Shonen Jump's Big Three has the Dark Trio beat in a number of ways.
10 Shonen Anime That Get Better After The First Season
Some shonen anime need some time to warm up, including hit titles like My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, and even Naruto.
10 Smartest Demon Slayer Characters, Ranked
The characters in Demon Slayer are incredibly smart, but ranking them requires a close look at their tactics, strategy, and common sense.
10 Most Dramatic Shonen Couples, Ranked
Shonen couples like Hinata and Naruto, Keiko and Yusuke, and Inuyasha and Kagome certainly have a flair for the dramatic.
Stop Taking Mashle So Seriously
Anyone wondering whether Mashle gets more serious later down the line can rest easy knowing that this series maintains its humor throughout.
15 Best Shonen Series Written By Women
Shonen anime vary in quality, but some of the best come from women creators like Hiromu Arakawa, the author of Fullmetal Alchemist.
20 Best One Piece Episodes To Rewatch
Highlighting the very best of the Straw Hat Pirates and their leader, Monkey D. Luffy, the best episodes in One Piece are endlessly rewatchable.
15 Funniest Shonen Anime, Ranked
Funny shonen anime embrace parody, clever turns of phrase, and comedy of errors plots, such as Kaguya-Sama: Love Is War.
Why Nobody Cared About This Spring 2023 Shonen Music Anime
The Spring 2023 season featured a music drama about violinists, but not many anime fans are talking about it. Here's why it fell into obscurity.
15 Most Underrated One Piece Heroes
Many One Piece heroes don't get enough credit and deserve way more time in the spotlight, such as Boa Hancock, Yamato, and Eustass Kid.
10 Things The Dark Trio Does Better Than The Shonen Big Three
With superior animation and no filler episodes, the Dark Trio has surpassed its predecessors in many ways.
10 Shonen Anime Heroes Who Almost Ruined Their Likability
Some popular shonen heroes toe the line of loved and hated, such as Naruto's Sasuke Uchiha, Eren Yeager from AoT, and JJBA's Joseph Joestar.
Sports & Shonen Anime Love the "Power of Friendship" Trope - But One Does It Better
The power of friendship is a timeless trope in many anime. However, which does it better -- shonen anime as a whole or sports anime specifically?
10 Best Things About Shonen Jump's Worst Heroes
Not all of Shonen Jump's heroes are as lovable as the likes of One Piece's Luffy or JJK's Itadori, but they still have good traits.
Why This High School Music Anime Is Often Mistaken as a Shojo Series
Decades of shonen series carry the same genres, tropes and sentiments, but one doesn't quite fit in with the rest of them.
10 Ways Hell’s Paradise Is The Best Of The Shonen Dark Trio
With its complex protagonist Gabimaru, creepy monsters, and mysterious storyline, Hell's Paradise is easily the best of the Shonen Dark Trio.
Why This New Shonen Manga Is Poised to Be the Next Big Hit After Chainsaw Man
For fans of demon-hunting, Jump's new manga series Gokurakugai is a must-read, especially thanks to its compelling protagonist duo, Alma and Tao.