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This fan-made Anime is Amazing!

2026-06-12T00:00:00.000-05:00

Exile Protocol

A Phantom X Original Series - Made in Invideo

Episode 2 - "Section 6"

A valuable energy signal draws attention beyond Halitus One. As Zelle approaches her target in the abandoned dead zone of Section 6, others are already closing in.

A Last Chance For Redemption?

2026-06-11T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Last Blossom

Former yakuza Akutsu is serving life in prison after a middling career in the underworld. On the night he lays dying in his cell, he reminisces with his only companion, a smart-mouthed flower growing out of a can, about the choices that brought him here, the woman he loved, and a child he would give everything to protect. Is redemption out of reach?

From director Baku Kinoshita and writer Kazuya Konomoto, creators of ODDTAXI, and award-winning Studio CLAP (Pompo the Cinephile), THE LAST BLOSSOM is a thrillingly original work from animation’s most inventive new talent. Moving across time and memory, the film is an unforgettable meditation on found family, sacrifice, and the complicated pieces that join together to make a life.

Upcoming Gundam Game...

2026-06-10T00:00:00.000-05:00

GUNDAM: ROGUE ORBIT

Become the pilot humanity needs in Gundam Rogue Orbit, a new high-mobility mecha action game from Bandai Namco Studios. Set within a brand-new timeline in the Gundam saga, ace pilot RE-X enters the cockpit of the powerful Gundam Helix and joins a ragtag crew of soldiers fighting against an unknown threat to humanity.

Battle through sprawling environments filled with enemy hordes, massive bosses and explosive mobile suit combat in a cinematic sci-fi story built around survival, sacrifice and humanity’s final stand.

A villainous vapor...

2026-06-09T00:00:00.000-05:00

HUMAN VAPOR

Kenji Okamoto (Shun Oguri), a detective on suspension, is recruited to hunt down the criminal behind a series of unprecedented murders. It all starts when a college professor suddenly swells and explodes on live television. Before anyone can process this bizarre event, a man calling himself the Human Vapor (UTA) announces that he will perform a series of murders, sending society into a great panic. Kenji and reporter Kyoko (Yu Aoi) devote themselves to uncovering the truth and catching the culprit, who seems to be mocking the authorities as they struggle to close in on him. With each new killing, he corrodes society with a formless, pervasive fear.

A legendary Toho film is rebooted with an entirely original story. Visual effects by the Academy Award-winning team Shirogumi (Godzilla Minus One) are combined with an extraordinary sense of scale, replete with grand car chases. This innovative visual experience that sets a bold new standard for Japanese drama series is about to be released worldwide.

All eight episodes start streaming on Thursday, July 2, 2026, only on Netflix.

Princess Knight Has Arrived!

2026-06-08T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Ribbon Hero

Inspired by Osamu Tezuka's classic "Princess Knight," THE RIBBON HERO follows Sapphire as she overcomes loss and trauma to protect those she holds dear. Brought to life by a powerhouse team of creators, this new anime film arrives August 8, 2026, only on Netflix.

Japan wants to keep their culture intact...

2026-06-07T00:00:00.000-05:00

Japan Wants to Eliminate Illegal Immigrants...

Here's Why...

A Japanese high school student’s emotional anti-immigration speech is spreading widely online as concerns about national identity grow. At a rally, the teen broke down in tears while shouting into a microphone, “Take our country back.” The clip of her trembling, emotional remarks quickly gained traction across social media in Japan. She argued that Japan has long been a single-ethnicity society and warned that this could change if current trends continue. Drawing comparisons to Europe, she cautioned about potential cultural erosion and increasing public safety concerns. Her repeated line, “It’s frightening,” resonated with supporters worried about the country’s future identity. The crowd echoed her sentiments, chanting and urging leaders to halt further immigration.

Fragile flower blooms in the most unlikely places...

2026-06-06T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity 2:

Intertwined Paths (2026)

Stars: Yoshinori Nakayama, Honoka Inoue, Kôki Uchiyama

The gentle romance between two contrasting worlds blossoms into a new season. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity 2: Intertwined Paths brings back Rintaro (Kôki Uchiyama) and Kaoruko (Honoka Inoue) as they enter their crucial final year of high school. While the invisible wall between the elite Kikyo Girls' School and the rough Chidori High has begun to crack thanks to their earnest bond, the looming pressure of graduation threatens to pull them in different directions.

Now facing the heavy expectations of adulthood, the couple finds their relationship tested by reality. Kaoruko is pressured by her strict academy and family to pursue an elite university far from home, while Rintaro struggles to figure out a future where he can proudly stand by her side. To complicate matters, a rigid new school board director arrives, determined to enforce a strict separation between the two schools and stamp out any mingling between the students.

Navigating these turbulent times won't be easy. Supported by their loyal friends (including Yoshinori Nakayama), Rintaro and Kaoruko must prove that their connection is more than just a fleeting high school romance. They organize a joint cultural festival against the administration's wishes, fighting to show everyone that judging people by their school crests or academic standing is a thing of the past.

Filled with heartwarming moments, emotional growth, and the pure, earnest love that fans adore, this touching sequel elevates the beloved story to new heights. The prejudices of the past are fading, the future is waiting, and Rintaro and Kaoruko are ready to show the world that a fragile flower can bloom beautifully, no matter where it is planted.

Nostalgic Anime Music Video...

2026-06-05T00:00:00.000-05:00

Gunbuster / LEquipe Du Son

Night Drive Tokyo Rose Remix

Alternative Titles: Top wo Nerae!, Aim for the Top!
Type: OVA | Episodes: 6 | Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 7, 1988 – Jul 7, 1989
Producers: Studio Fantasia, Tohokushinsha Film Corporation
Licensors: Discotek Media, Manga Entertainment, Bandai Visual USA
Studios: Gainax
Source: Original
Genres: Action, Award Winning, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
Themes: Mecha, Military, Space
Duration: 30 min. per ep. | Rating: R+

Welcome to Mars, We hope you enjoy your stay...

2026-06-04T00:00:00.000-05:00

MARS: B e y o n d 2 1 0 0

'Mars: Beyond 2100' is a roughly 22-minute AI-generated anime short film that was released on X (formerly Twitter) around May 17, 2026 (local time).

The director is Aiden Guo (@aidenguoai). He is a professional animator who has worked on commercial anime such as 'ONE PIECE' episode 1024 and 'Dandadan' episode 4, and is planning the 'Mars Series.' The producer is Jason W.

The voice actors are human Japanese cast members (Penya Beatrice Hoshino: @jiena_gaim, Yuan Shuai: @Teru_Ikuta, etc.), and the sound mixing is also professionally done, but most of the visuals and animation were generated using AI tools.

The Reverence of Wine...

2026-06-03T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Drops of God

The award-winning comic about wine that has been a hit not just all over Asia but also in France! Learn about legendary bottles as well as affordable secrets while enjoying a page-turner that’s not about superheroes but people with jobs to keep. When world-renowned wine critic Kanzaki passes away, his will reveals that his fortune of a wine collection isn’t bequeathed as a matter of course to his only son, who in a snub went to work sales at a beer company. To come into the inheritance, Shizuku must identify—in competition with a stellar young critic—twelve heaven-sent wines whose impressions the will describes in flowing terms …

Arriving with a Meow and a Roar of Fire!

2026-06-02T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Cat and the Dragon

The Cat and the Dragon is a fantasy tale that delves into the mysterious bond between a dragon, a cat, and a human raised by a cat. Written by Amara and illustrated by Mai Okuma, the novel is published by Takarajimasha, alongside a comic adaptation by Izumi Sasaki. Both the novel and its comic version are currently in development, with total circulation exceeding 1.2 million copies.

More Dressed-to-Kill!

2026-06-01T00:00:00.000-05:00

KILL LA KILL 2

Kill la Kill returns with a high energy continuation as Ryuko Matoi, Mako Mankanshoku, and Satsuki Kiryuin face a dangerous new uprising connected to the remnants of REVOCS. The new threat introduces Neo Fibers capable of merging with advanced technology and weaponry, creating enemies far more unpredictable than before. According to sources, the sequel pushes the franchise into a darker and more futuristic conflict while maintaining its signature over the top action style. Ryuko Matoi must now confront Ketsugen, a powerful synthetic battle suit designed to challenge humanity’s resistance on an entirely new level. Fans are especially excited to see how Ryuko adapts without Senketsu while Satsuki and Mako continue supporting the fight against the growing chaos. According to sources, the continuation promises explosive animation, emotional character moments, and the intense combat sequences that made the original series iconic.

An action drama about video game worlds...

2026-05-31T10:50:00.000-05:00

GAMEOVERSE: PILOT

Only one Cat girl can save them by... helping the villains?

Two unlikely companions embark on a high-stakes recon mission across various game worlds. As they navigate the rules of different realms and encounter diverse inhabitants, they must grapple with the destructive consequences of their actions and the existential threat posed by a mysterious, encroaching force from the Gameverse.

She shaped Star Wars into cinematic history...

2026-05-30T00:00:00.000-05:00

Star Wars Has Lost a Legend: Marcia Lucas Dies at 80

Today, Star Wars fans around the world are mourning the loss of Marcia Lucas, the Academy Award-winning editor whose work helped shape the original Star Wars into one of the most beloved films in cinematic history.

While George Lucas is rightly celebrated as the creator of Star Wars, Marcia Lucas played a critical role behind the scenes during the creation of the Original Trilogy. Her contributions to the editing of Star Wars (1977) helped bring the story, emotion, and pacing that captivated audiences and launched a cultural phenomenon that continues nearly 50 years later.

In this video, Coach reflects on Marcia Lucas's legacy, her contributions to Star Wars, her Academy Award-winning career, and why so many fans consider her one of the unsung heroes behind the galaxy far, far away.

Join us as we remember a woman whose influence can still be felt every time the opening crawl begins.

May the Force be with her.

"Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire..."

2026-05-29T00:00:00.000-05:00

L I A R G A M E

When Nao Kanzaki receives a strange letter and a suitcase containing 100 million yen, she learns that she has been selected to participate in the LIAR GAME. In this high-stakes psychological battle, lies, deception, and betrayal reign supreme. Naïve and honest, Nao turns to Shinichi Akiyama, a brilliant former con artist, to survive the twisted game. In a game built on lies, can honesty prevail?

Now at the Field Museum in Chicago!

2026-05-28T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Pokémon Fossil Museum

The Pokémon Fossil Museum officially opened yesterday in Chicago at the Field Museum!

The one-of-a-kind experience combines the worlds of Pokémon and paleontology, allowing visitors to compare Fossil Pokémon like Tyrantrum and Archeops with real fossils, including SUE the T. Rex.

You can explore models of fan-favorite Pokémon, real fossil excavation and preparation tools, exhibition soundscapes, and illustrations of actual Field Museum scientists featured throughout the experience.

This is the exhibition’s North American debut right here in Chicago. It will run through April 11, 2027. A special exhibition ticket is required that needs to be purchased in advance as demand is high.

It is Officially Dead...

2026-05-27T00:00:00.000-05:00

How Disney Killed the Biggest Franchise on Earth

Disney had the biggest franchise on Earth. Then they destroyed it.

Prepare to be Blown Away...

2026-05-26T00:00:00.000-05:00

Exile Protocol

A Phantom X Original Series - Made in Invideo

Episode 1 - "Standard Retrieval"

When a mysterious signal is detected from the ruins of Earth, scavenger pilot Zelle Mercer is sent on what should be a routine retrieval mission. But beneath the clouds of the fractured planet, the mission is only the beginning.

Cosplay at Anime Central 2026...

2026-05-25T00:00:00.000-05:00

ANIME CENTRAL

May 15-17, 2026

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center & Hyatt Regency O’Hare

Rosemont, IL 60018

Historical drama set in the 13th century...

2026-05-24T00:00:00.000-05:00

JAADUGAR: A Witch in Mongolia

There was once a young girl in the 13th century slave markets of Iran. This is the tale of a witch who toyed with a vast continent. After losing her mother and being torn far from her homeland, Sitara found herself utterly alone, with no ability to survive on her own, and no hope for the future. Taken in by a family of scholars, the power of “knowledge” is imparted on her within the calm of her new life. Meanwhile, under the reign of Emperor Genghis Khan, the mighty Mongol Empire continues its unstoppable march, conquering nation after nation and expanding its influence across the world. When that boundless ambition finally reaches Sitara’s city, her quiet days come to an end, and the wheels of fate begin to turn.

An Amazing Racing Anime...

2026-05-23T00:00:00.000-05:00

Introducing FURY Mark 22

I am proud to present this unique project that merges my passion for anime and aviation.

'Mark XXII' is the first addition to our fictional racing universe. In collaboration with @aurora.machina, we're shaping the portfolio of racing vehicles, each outfitted with adaptive technologies for unmatched performance. I lead the Aero division, while he directs the Ground division of the FURY RACING TEAM.

Creating an Anime-style teaser was a formidable challenge for me. Overcoming my apprehensions and numerous obstacles to achieve this result has been immensely rewarding.

This film was created in Blender, Goo Engine, Photoshop and Davinci Resolve, allowing me to bring my visual concept to life.

The soundtrack is provided by nitefactory , whose tones perfectly complement the trailer. - Radek Štěpán

For more information and behind-the-scenes looks, follow our IG:

radekstepan22 / aurora.machina

behance profile:

https://www.behance.net/gallery/18517...

Ready to rumble...

2026-05-22T00:00:00.000-05:00

Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 2)

To end the war, Aang must master earthbending — but in the Earth Kingdom, politics, secrets and hidden alliances are a battlefield of their own.

Avatar Season 2 premieres on June 25 only on Netflix

The Boy and the Gundam...

2026-05-21T00:00:00.000-05:00

Mobile Suit Gundam 50th Anniversary

Road to 50- Prologue Video

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Gundam anime series in 2029, the "Gundam 50th Anniversary Project" has officially begun.

With the project's launch, we have released the prologue video, "Boys and Gundam | Mobile Suit Gundam 50th Anniversary - Road to 50 -". This video is created using imagery that intertwines the timeline of the Mobile Suit Gundam television anime series with individual memories and emotions.

Anime Viewing Schedule for May 23, 2026

2026-05-20T00:00:00.000-05:00

A N I M A T R I X N E T W O R K
Saturday, May 23, 2026

Fountaindale Public Library

VIEWING SCHEDULE

11:15 - 12:25 Apothecary Diaries - Season 2 eps 22-24

12:25 - 12:55 Ranma 1/2 Remake: Season 2 eps 11

12:55 - 1:25 Club Meeting

1:25 - 2:15 Daemons of the Shadow Realm eps 2-3

2:15 - 3:30 Witch Hat Atelier eps 3-5

3:30 - 4:20 Secrets of the Rivers eps 1-2

4:20 - 4:45 Virgin Punk ep 1

"We're cheering for you!"

Fountaindale Public Library
300 W. Briarcliff Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440

Peggy J. Danhof Board Room

(Second Floor)

From 11:15 AM to 5:00 PM

All anime presented are fan-subtitled unless otherwise noted.

Don't miss these exciting anime series: Ranma 1/2 and Urusei Yatsura

* ANIME DESCRIPTIONS ARE BELOW *

11:15 - 12:05 The Apothecary Diaries - Season 2 eps. 22-24

The Apothecary Diaries

Plot Summary:

Jinshi dreams of his childhood, recalling an old man being taken away by an angry old woman—later explained to him to be his father and grandmother, respectively. He also told that the man he believed to be his father was actually his brother. Jinshi knows that Maomao will eventually discover the truth. Meanwhile, while Maomao observes the penmanship school, she hears the teacher telling about the nation's founding myth, focusing on the Mother Royal, a foreigner who birthed the country's first emperor. The capital was built around a shrine—the Shrine of Choosing—where emperors were once selected through a test. The shrine has been abandoned since an epidemic wiped out nearly all of the previous candidates. She also learns that her adoptive father, Luomen, sometimes visited the shrine when he had free time, and became acquainted with the eunuch who maintains it, who is also the penmanship teacher. The emperor takes Jinshi and Maomao to the shrine to attempt the test once more. Following a series of colored doors according to specific instructions, they reach the final stage, only to fail again. The failure note implies the emperor doesn't descend from the Mother Royal. After the eunuch expresses belief Luomen would have uncovered the shrine's secret, Maomao asks the emperor about the previous emperors' eyesight, learning that only the previous emperor had good eyesight; and about the parentage of the previous emperor, whose elder brothers died in an epidemic. The emperor has Jinshi take the test, guided by Maomao, who takes them to the end, a balcony on an upper floor. The shrine's caretaker explains that if none of the candidates succeeded, they were allowed to try again, aided by a concubine of the right lineage. The emperor asks for an explanation, which the eunuch has Maomao give. She deduced that the shrine was built to select for red-green color blindness, a rare trait in the country but more common in the western lands where the Mother Royal was said to have hailed from, which Luomen would know, having studied medicine abroad. However, she withholds that allowing concubines with the trait is a method to ensure that the bloodline of the Mother Royal remains in power despite the prevalent patriarchal succession of rule. The emperor jokes about taking Maomao as a concubine, but is unwilling to anger Lakan, and finds Maomao's breasts as too small. The eunuch, though, warns about suddenly introducing new blood into the imperial family. Maomao continues to wonder about Jinshi, this time no longer seeing him as "just the emperor's favorite eunuch".

12:05 - 12:55 Ranma 1/2 Remake: Season 2 eps 11

RANMA 1/2 Remake

Plot Summary:

Soun Tendou runs the Tendou Martial Arts School accompanied by his three daughters: Akane, Nabiki, and Kasumi. One day, the sisters' lives are turned upside down when their father announces that he has promised one of them to be married to a fellow martial artist's son in hopes of carrying on the family legacy. In addition to their mixed reactions, when the fiancé arrives, the last thing the Tendou family expects is Ranma Saotome and his father, Genma. Ranma has been training in China with his father until an unfortunate accident changed them both. Now, when water touches them, Ranma turns into a girl and Genma into a giant panda. Ranma ½ follows Ranma as he attempts to get along with his newly betrothed, the youngest of the Tendou sisters, Akane. As the two begin to attend the same school, they deal with fellow friends and rivals, all of whom have something to say about their engagement.

12:55 - 1:25 Club Announcements

Movies

Anime Central

Music

Pop Culture

Conventions

Cosplay

Trailers

Video Games

1:25 - 2:15 Daemons of the Shadow Realm eps 2-3

Daemons of the Shadow Realm

Plot Summary:

Set in a world where certain humans can control a duo of supernatural creatures called Daemons, the series follows the journey of twins, Yuru and Asa, who were separated from a young age and must make their way back to each other. Along the way they learn of their prophesied abilities to control all Daemons, and eventually discover they must unite to save the world from destruction.

2:15 - 3:30 Witch Hat Atelier eps 3-5

Witch Hat Atelier

Plot Summary:

Coco is the kind and daydreaming daughter of a dressmaker who aspires to become a witch, but because only innate magical users can practice and use magic, she has to give up on her dream. One day she meets a witch named Qifrey and after she witnesses how he uses magic (by drawing magical runes and using magical ink), Coco accidentally casts a spell that turns her mother to stone. As Coco does not know which magic spell she cast and Qifrey is tracking the sinister coven that could be behind the incident, he takes Coco as his apprentice in order to undo the spell and allow her to fulfill her dream. As it is gradually revealed, the coven in question—the Brimmed Caps—have taken an extraordinary interest in Coco, hoping that she will help them revive the free use of magic, which was outlawed because of the atrocities committed with it in past times, with some of their repercussions still enduring in Coco's world. Because rune magic can be effectively made by everyone, the Assembly carefully watches over any abuse of it, even going so far as to erase the memories of any uninitiated (called "outsiders") when they discover this secret. Thus, as Coco immerses herself into this new, wondrous world, a sinister plot begins to thicken around her.

3:30 - 4:20 The Secrets of the Rivers eps 1-2

The Secrets of the Rivers

Plot Summary:

Where the Yellow, Yangtze, and Lancang Rivers begin as one, dwell the three "Water Ghost" clans, the Ding, Jiang, and Yi, along their banks. What are Water Ghosts? Beings who move through water as they please, masters of geomancy and treasure hunting. Yi Sa, the last of her line, runs an "underwater bank" along the Lancang. During a perilous "Golden Soup" dive, she rescues Zong Hang. Seeking truth and a cure for her own fate, Yi Sa trains him as a Water Ghost. Together with Ding Yu Die of the Ding clan, the trio descends into the primordial "Ancestral Golden Soup."

4:20 - 4:45 Virgin Punk - Clockwork Girl ep 1

Virgin Punk - Clockwork Girl

Plot Summary:

Conditions for Receiving Bounty: Bring the brain of a wanted criminal possessing illegal Somadea to the authorities.

Whether the target is alive or dead...is irrelevant.

The year is 2099. Humanity has advanced, overcoming all injuries and illnesses with the development of the Medical Android Technology "Somadea." However, along with the development of Somadea, crimes misusing said technology have rapidly increased.

Somadea grants physical abilities far superior to those of normal flesh and blood, and by illegally modifying it, Somadea can be misused for criminal purposes. To deal with these Somadea crimes, the government established the Bounty Hunter System. Civilians registered as bounty hunters are permitted to kill illegal Somadea users designated as wanted criminals by the police. In return, they are rewarded with large amounts of bounty money.

In this unforgiving world, Ubu Kamigori makes a living hunting down criminals as a bounty hunter. But one day, when she returns home from a job, she finds the man with whom she has a sordid history waiting there—Mr. Elegance. And so, her destiny begins to unravel.

A tale woven by mechanical girls and the smell of gunpowder smoke, this suspenseful action begins!

A 'Fictional Anime Music Video' Using Only AI...

2026-05-19T00:00:00.000-05:00

A.I. Rhapsody

Sora2 has been getting a lot of buzz lately for its amazing quality, but I think the value of textures and styles that can't be created with Sora2 has also increased. - AI FREAK