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Fan Makes Lifesized Paper Figurines of Genshin Impact, Hololive, and More

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Among the many things fans of Genshin Impact have created are life-size paper figurines of characters like Xiangling, Keqing, Amber, and Noelle. These paper sculptures are created by paper crafts artist @TobynJacobs . https://twitter.com/TobynJacobs/status/1593130243174170625?s=20&t=za7yb3FoTUqwMr-J7MJjfw His creations are the definition of go big or go home. The first work he did that went viral on Twitter with more than 2.7k retweets and 17k likes was an outstanding 41-foot-tall paper cutout of Sayaka Maizono that was made of 460 individual pieces. It took him several days to complete it. From that, he became known for his giant paper art. https://twitter.com/TobynJacobs/status/1557949915413696513?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1557949915413696513%7Ctwgr%5Ea9eb103db055a819d0321d19f7734967f2e25b79%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Faf.articleforge.com%2Fshow_article%3Fenable_metrics%3D1id%3D685322897 Not to mention the Hololive creat...

Vic Mignogna posts a "Must Watch" video on Twitter explaining his recent events

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Vic Mignogna: A Prolific Voice Actor Those who have been involved in the anime community over the past few years are likely familiar with the name Vic Mignogna . He is an American voice actor who has worked in the anime and manga industry for over twenty years. He is best known for his work as Edward Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist. He also has had a long career in video games and has appeared in many other anime and video game series. However, his reputation has been tarnished over the past few years after accusations of sexual misconduct were published on social media. Mignogna was one of the most prolific voice actors in the industry. His voicework was heard in many popular anime series such as Fullmetal Alchemist, Dragon Ball, Digimon Fusion, and Naruto Shippuden. His work is also heard in many video games such as Sonic the Hedgehog, Street Fighter II, and the Pokémon series. He has also appeared in several other anime and video game shows, including TIGER & BUNNY, WOLV...

Top 10 Highest Ranked Pink-Haired Anime Character as voted from Japan

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Pink hair may not be commonplace in reality however it is a common feature in the anime world. The characters with such hair is usually the main character in these show, adding some spice.  But which girl with a pink hair is the most well-known ever? To make this difficult decision, we look to the land of the animated series - Japan. The largest ranking site in Japan, Goo Ranking, asked anime fans to rank their favorite females with pink hair from all times.  Five thousand fans  voted on their favorite anime waifu, and then named their queen. Here's a list of the top 10 anime models with the most cute looks that have ever been voted on by Japanese anime lovers. 10. Chika Fujiwara Kaguya-sama is the title of the Anime: Love is War Series Chika is secretary of Chika is the secretary of Student Council of The Prestigious Shuchiin Academy. Chika is a close companion to both of the characters, Kaguya a...

COSPLAY EXPO coming to Las Vegas in December 2022

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Cosplayers will find themselves yearning with anticipation in preparation for an incredible convention called COSPLAY EXPO coming to Las Vegas, Nevada! Vegas, NV - November 27, 2022 - December is looking to be an amazing time for fans of anime, video games, and comic books in Las Vegas as the incredible three-day Expo of Cosplayers, Gamers, and Anime fans rolls into town December 9th through 11th at CAESARS FORUM in Vegas. Cosplay Expo is an event that celebrates all people who love popular culture, ranging from anime to video games to tabletop board games to collectible card games. If you're a fan of Pokemon, Dragon Ball, Magic the Gathering, Call of Duty, Deadpool, or even Batman you'll have a great time at this incredible expo. "Cosplay" is a portmanteau or "costume roleplay", meaning that many folks attend the convention wearing costumes based on their favorite characters from popular media. Costumes are NOT REQUIRED to attend. Many people are...

Tokyo Disneyland is giving the Haunted Mansion a re-design in the style of anime

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Characters in the anime style are featured in a limited-time mystery-themed addition to the traditional Disneyland attraction . Nowadays, almost every attraction added to Disney's theme parks is connected to an established film or animation franchise. It wasn't always this way however, leaving some of the classic Disneyland rides with little in the way of a clear background. This winter, Tokyo Disneyland is planning to add additional narrative interest to some of its most beloved attractions. It's going to start with offering the Haunted Mansion the characters of anime-inspired designs . The Haunted Mansion, which has been a part of Tokyo Disneyland since the park's opening in 1983, is now in the spotlight during the inaugural phase of the Disney Story Beyond campaign. The event will see participants will be challenged to solve a unique problem involving the characters such as Constance who is a gorgeous woman wearing a wedding gown with a strong ambition and...

NieR: Automata Version 1.1a Unveils Resistance Fighter Lily with a New Video and Trailer

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A brand new promotional and visual video file for NieR: Automata Version 1.1a reveal that Lily an android resistance fighter, who appears in the stage play YoRHa and manga adaptation will appear in the animated series. She will be voiced by Atsumi Tanezaki. NieR: Automata Version 1.1a is scheduled to launch on January 20, 2023. It is based on the open world action RPG NieR: Automata , which features an android team fighting to save Earth from an alien army in the distant future. The stage play in which Lily performs in is an early prequel to the game that focuses on the events that occurred during the Pearl Harbor Descent. According to Nier creator Yoko Taro, the "Ver 1.1a" affix in the title of the anime refers to the initial title as "a story we wrote to be a game therefore copying it as it is would not be a good plot for an anime. Therefore, I proposed the possibility of changing things up." [embedded content] NieR: Automata was developed by PlatinumGames a...

Heavenly Delusion Previews Post-Apocalyptic Adventure in Teaser Trailer

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Avex Pictures is releasing a teaser video of the Heavenly Delusion anime adaptation, which gives an early glimpse of the visual style of the show and post-apocalyptic settings. Details about the cast were made public as well. Mori Hirotaka (Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale assistant director) is director of the Production I.G-produced TV anime with Makoto Fukami (Blade of the Immortal) as composer for the series Minakata Laboratory's Utsushita ("Adventuring Party Heroes of the Forest" music video) as character designer, Ryouta Furukawa (Psycho Pass 3 co-main animator) as Hiruko designer, Shinobu Tsuneki (Fena: Pirate Princess) as mechanical designer as mechanical designer, as well as Akira Takata (Moriarty the Patriot) as gun designer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62_aXZGkG3E The other staff members are Yuuji Kaneko (Ranking of Kings) as art director, Izumi Hirose (Drifting Home) as color designer, Kentaro Waki (Sword Art Online -Alicizationof War of Underworld) as...

Muse Jolyne Cujoh and the voice actor Fairouz Ai Show Their Strength and The Free Spirit In Fashion

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In honor of the premiere of the TV animated Jojo's BIZARRE ABUNDANCE Part 6 Stone Ocean The main character from the show Jolyne Cujoh was featured on front cover of the March issue the fashion magazine SPUR. The first female lead of the immensely popular show made her debut in 2011 in an eerie sequence that takes place in a jail that is surrounded by the American sea. https://twitter.com/anime_jojo/status/1468490578552045569 In the March issue of the magazine SPUR, Jolyne Cujoh is seen in the JoJo-dachi signature and is wearing the 2022 spring/ summer collection that celebrates Glenn Martins, the new creative director of DIESEL. She is in long jeans paired with short knit tops as well as the skirt is sheer. She never loses hope even in the face of hardship and has a strong will inside. Her face is printed with a graphical touch copyright. Fairouz Ai who is Jolyne Cujoh in the animated The show's first episode, opens the pages with a runway-ready look in Jolyne'...

Chainsaw Man Manga Author's Twitter Account Banned

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Anime fans have been wondering why Tatsuki Fujimoto's Twitter account has been suspended. Fujimoto's account, @nagayama_koharu , was previously suspended, as Twitter had a strict policy for age restrictions. However, Twitter has now reinstated the account. This account was a fake one, operated by Fujimoto and his "little sister" as a form of role-play. Fujimoto created a Twitter account based on his "little sister", Koharu Nagayama. The account has a total of 617,000 followers. This account was used to post live reactions to anime episodes. It also posted creator commentary on the anime episodes. It has been retweeted more than 12,000 times. Tatsuki Fujimoto is the manga creator of the Chainsaw Man anime. In addition to creating manga, he has also been active on Twitter. He has been posting under the alias of Koharu Nagayama for years. He has also used the account to promote anime. However, the account was suspended when Twitter found out that Fuj...

Anime Conventions and the AiArt Controversy

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Anime conventions have been criticized for using AI artwork to sell merchandise. The Majou Witch Project booth at Anime Expo Chibi. This is because the artwork is created by a machine, not by an actual artist, and the technology is still in its infancy. Creating an AI-generated art piece is not complicated, and you don't need a creative mind to make it. The technology will improve in the future, but it's not a perfect solution yet. There's a lot of buzz about AI-generated art, and many communities have had heated debates about its merits. However, it's important to note that AI-generated art isn't the only option. Some artists are using text and generative algorithms to create art. AI-generated art can replicate human artistry and can even recreate faces based on drawings. However, there are many limitations. For instance, it's hard for AI to create fine detail. Moreover, there are many instances when the art generated by AI is not protected. ...

A Japanese sightseeing train is now powered by Ramen-based bio fuel

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Leftover broth from tonkotsu is used in Kyushu . Ramen broth is undoubtedly delicious and provides the most intense flavors while you eat ramen. However, you might find the flavor overwhelming if you don't have enough noodles or toppings. Also, it's not the best choice for your health to drink every drop of broth you get. Diners end up with a lot of broth in their bowls after they're done eating. While this is a good decision for your body and palate, it can also be a wasteful practice. There is a Japanese company that turns leftover ramen broth into fuel, as shown in this video. [embedded content] Now, ramen-derived fuel is being used for powering the cars on Kyushu's Takachiho Amaterasu Railway. The Takachiho Amaterasu Railway is located in Miyazaki Prefecture and has two-car open air trains that run along a section the former Takachiho Railway route. It offers beautiful views to visitors. [embedded content] Masumi Nishida heads Nishida Logistik ,...

Hard Working Anime Convention Vendor seriously injured at AnimeNYC 2022

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Wade Wiles was moving out of the venue's front door on Sunday night at the Anime NYC load in (vendors apparently had to wait nearly 10 hour to merchandise into the building). To do this they must transport all their equipment to an elevator and then load it into the Javitz Center front entrance. Wade was nearly done after this process took 2.5 hours. Wade was returning to the building when he fell forward, hitting his head on the escalator. The incident reports that wade had tripped during transporting goods and the fall caused blunt force trauma to the head. After he fell unconscious, paramedics were seen to administer chest compressions. Later, it was inferred that they also used a defibrillator. He was taken to Bellevue Hospital, where he is currently in ICU since Sunday, 11/20/2023. Dubbed as the "Ultimate Anime Con Man" Wade Wiles had a GoFundMe created on his behalf for his medical bills, due to the fact that he does not have medical insurance. ht...

Kaina of the Great Snow Sea Anime's Trailer Unveils More Staff, Theme Songs, January 11 Debut

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The official website for Kaina of the Great Snow Sea ( Ōyukiumi no Kaina ), the new television anime project from BLAME! and Knights of Sidonia collaborators Tsutomu Nihei and Polygon Pictures , unveiled the full trailer and a main visual for the anime on Wednesday. The trailer reveals more staff members, reveals and previews yorushika 's opening theme song "Telepath" and GReeeeN 's ending theme song "Juvenile," and reveals the anime's January 11 premiere date on Fuji TV 's Ultra+ block. [embedded content] The staff members include: The anime will also run on Kansai TV , Tokai TV , TV Nishinippon , Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting Co., Ltd. , and BS Fuji . Crunchyroll will stream the anime outside Asia. Crunchyroll hosted the anime's world premiere of the first four episodes at Crunchyroll Expo on August 6 at 7:45 p.m. PDT. The main cast members are: The "boy-meets-girl high fantasy" is set in a world where land i...

Yostar Pictures Animates Blue Archive Game's Anime Short 'beautiful day dreamer'

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Short focuses on Millennium School's Game Development Department The official YouTube channel for Yostar and Nexon Games' Blue Archive smartphone role-playing game began streaming a new anime short titled "beautiful day dreamer" for the game on Tuesday. Yostar Pictures animated the short. The short centers on the Game Development Department of Millennium Science School, and shows Momoi being roped into various activities as she struggles to come up with ideas for a game's story. The short is available with English subtitles. [embedded content] Yostar Pictures also animated the game's 1.5th anniversary short anime, which debuted on July 15. Nexon describes the original game's story: The city's academies are divided into their own districts and are considered mostly independent. The General Student Council acts as governing board to manage the academies as a whole. However, the group's ability to govern has come to halt since th...