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The 2018 anime lineup is widely regarded as one of the strongest in modern anime history. Across every genre, the year delivered…
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Breaks down character arcs and anime rivalries
Writing since 2026
Ryota Ishizaki writes about the rivalries, romances and power struggles that drive anime and manga, along with TV ratings news. Fans of character-driven storytelling will find his explainers on how plotlines develop especially useful.

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