Almost every mangaka tends to create a specific quality in their protagonists that draws parallels between the main character and the mangaka. However, this was not the case with Kentaro Miura and his masterpiece, Berserk. Miura, once in an interview, revealed that the character that replicated him the most was Pippin.
Guts in Berserk manga | Studio Gaga
Pippin was one of the members of the Band of Falcons who helped Guts escape. He did not speak much, but whenever he did, it would either be a serious discussion or to offer some advice. Pippin had a good relationship with Guts in the series, and the two were called the power duo of Berserk.
According to Miura, when he planned Berserk, he initially thought of only five characters for the series and all of them were based on his friends. However, there were no Guts, Griffith, or Casca in his friend circle,...
Guts in Berserk manga | Studio Gaga
Pippin was one of the members of the Band of Falcons who helped Guts escape. He did not speak much, but whenever he did, it would either be a serious discussion or to offer some advice. Pippin had a good relationship with Guts in the series, and the two were called the power duo of Berserk.
According to Miura, when he planned Berserk, he initially thought of only five characters for the series and all of them were based on his friends. However, there were no Guts, Griffith, or Casca in his friend circle,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Chainsaw Man Part 2 shifted gears when they started featuring Asa Mitaka, the host of the War Devil, Yoru. The second part follows the Academy saga and focuses mostly on the high school life of Denji, the main character, and his potential love life with Asa Mitaka. However, things are not always as easy as they should be in Chainsaw Man.
Chainsaw Man
The War Devil’s main goal is to find the Chainsaw Devil and take revenge on him. But Asa and Yoru initially do not know that Denji is the Chainsaw Man, and they have some other plans for him. However, Asa develops feelings for Denji but cannot confess them because of Yoru’s ulterior motive of turning Denji into a weapon.
A Chainsaw Man fan found a striking resemblance between the stories of Asa and Denji and Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya from Kaguya-sama: Love Is War. They posted it online,...
Chainsaw Man
The War Devil’s main goal is to find the Chainsaw Devil and take revenge on him. But Asa and Yoru initially do not know that Denji is the Chainsaw Man, and they have some other plans for him. However, Asa develops feelings for Denji but cannot confess them because of Yoru’s ulterior motive of turning Denji into a weapon.
A Chainsaw Man fan found a striking resemblance between the stories of Asa and Denji and Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya from Kaguya-sama: Love Is War. They posted it online,...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Tatsuki Fujimoto has always had an eye for talent, such could be easily seen with his former editors Tatsuya Endo and Yuji Kaku. Both of them now stand big in the world of shonen manga with Spy x Family and Hell’s Paradise. The former has already been ruling the hearts of the fans while the latter made its way to the top three of the dark shonen trio. Alongside Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man stands Kaku’s Hell’s Paradise.
Hell’s Paradise | Credit: Mappa
Each and every author has their own unique story when finding their calling for getting into their professions. From Akira Toriyama to Gege Akutami, everyone finds their calling with time. Yuji Kaku already had an interest in mangas when growing up. However, it was the genre that surprised many.
Yuji Kaku Bought Mangas Instead of Snacks
Yuki Kaku, during an interview with Crunchyroll, talked about how...
Hell’s Paradise | Credit: Mappa
Each and every author has their own unique story when finding their calling for getting into their professions. From Akira Toriyama to Gege Akutami, everyone finds their calling with time. Yuji Kaku already had an interest in mangas when growing up. However, it was the genre that surprised many.
Yuji Kaku Bought Mangas Instead of Snacks
Yuki Kaku, during an interview with Crunchyroll, talked about how...
- 5/13/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Kiyotaka Oshiyama, director of the upcoming anime film adaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s one-shot manga Look Back, hinted that he is aiming to create the film differently from the manga.
In his comment, Oshiyama acknowledged the similarities in the creative processes between animators/animation directors and manga artists, saying that they approach their works in an identical manner.
He further elaborated on his personal connection to the story, stating, he could resonate with Fujimoto’s inspiration to create Look Back. And because of this, Oshiyama felt that he could create a movie adaptation of the work, which he could personally relate to.
“When I read manga, I was not only deeply moved by the story, but I also resonated with the passion of Tatsuki Fujimoto, the author of Look Back. That’s why I felt that I could make this into a film that I could personally relate to.”
Expressing...
In his comment, Oshiyama acknowledged the similarities in the creative processes between animators/animation directors and manga artists, saying that they approach their works in an identical manner.
He further elaborated on his personal connection to the story, stating, he could resonate with Fujimoto’s inspiration to create Look Back. And because of this, Oshiyama felt that he could create a movie adaptation of the work, which he could personally relate to.
“When I read manga, I was not only deeply moved by the story, but I also resonated with the passion of Tatsuki Fujimoto, the author of Look Back. That’s why I felt that I could make this into a film that I could personally relate to.”
Expressing...
- 4/17/2024
- by A.R. Madillo
- AnimeHunch
Typically, a manga’s popularity sees an enormous boost after being adapted into an anime; however, Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man is an exception. It has been one of the highest-selling manga series and has an across-the-board fanbase due to its lively and enjoyable characters and intriguing theme.
Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man
To write relatable characters who can click with the audience, the author needs to have a similar personality and should interact with the audience. Tatsuki Fujimoto constantly achieves this via his X account, where he disguises himself as his little sister; however, the biography of Fujimoto’s sister account states that she is in her third year of elementary school, making her around 12 years old, which resulted in X banning the account.
Chainsaw Man author Tatsuki Fujimoto got his X account banned due to a prank
If you are looking for a series filled with gore, an impactful storyline,...
Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man
To write relatable characters who can click with the audience, the author needs to have a similar personality and should interact with the audience. Tatsuki Fujimoto constantly achieves this via his X account, where he disguises himself as his little sister; however, the biography of Fujimoto’s sister account states that she is in her third year of elementary school, making her around 12 years old, which resulted in X banning the account.
Chainsaw Man author Tatsuki Fujimoto got his X account banned due to a prank
If you are looking for a series filled with gore, an impactful storyline,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
Tatsuki Fujimoto has taken a lot of creative liberty when it comes to Chainsaw Man part 2. Not only did the pacing of the series change considerably, Denji, the titular character, saw his appearances in the manga limited in order to accommodate Asa Mitaka, who was undeniably the new main character.
Denji wasn’t the only familiar face missing from Chainsaw Man’s second part. Fan favorites like Kishibe seemingly vanished entirely.
However, Csm Chapter 162, which released on April 10, 2024, brought a sigh of relief and a surge of excitement among fans yearning for any breadcrumbs regarding these characters.
In this chapter, Quanxi, another popular character from Part 1, mentioned an advice from an old friend. Savvy readers were quick to deduce that this friend was none other than the enigmatic Kishibe.
Quanxi and Kishibe’s friendship is well documented in the Chainsaw Man series. Not only have they known each other for a very long time,...
Denji wasn’t the only familiar face missing from Chainsaw Man’s second part. Fan favorites like Kishibe seemingly vanished entirely.
However, Csm Chapter 162, which released on April 10, 2024, brought a sigh of relief and a surge of excitement among fans yearning for any breadcrumbs regarding these characters.
In this chapter, Quanxi, another popular character from Part 1, mentioned an advice from an old friend. Savvy readers were quick to deduce that this friend was none other than the enigmatic Kishibe.
Quanxi and Kishibe’s friendship is well documented in the Chainsaw Man series. Not only have they known each other for a very long time,...
- 4/9/2024
- by A.R. Madillo
- AnimeHunch
Every anime fan in the world probably knows who Hayao Miyazaki is. The director of Studio Ghibli has made many films that have earned international recognition and even won Academy Awards. He is one of the legends in the anime world and many creators have been inspired by him.
Hayao Miyazaki at the Comic Con (via Flickr)
One such creator is Tatsuki Fujimoto, the mangaka of Chainsaw Man. During an interview with Shuiesha last year, Fujimoto was asked for his opinions about Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. He had a lot to say about the studio and Miyazaki and also talked about his films that have changed the entire scene of the anime industry.
However, while talking about Miyazaki, Fujimoto pointed out one particular trait of the creator that makes him different from other filmmakers and directors. Fujimoto also stated that he believes that this trait would no longer be found in others.
Hayao Miyazaki at the Comic Con (via Flickr)
One such creator is Tatsuki Fujimoto, the mangaka of Chainsaw Man. During an interview with Shuiesha last year, Fujimoto was asked for his opinions about Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. He had a lot to say about the studio and Miyazaki and also talked about his films that have changed the entire scene of the anime industry.
However, while talking about Miyazaki, Fujimoto pointed out one particular trait of the creator that makes him different from other filmmakers and directors. Fujimoto also stated that he believes that this trait would no longer be found in others.
- 4/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Tatsuki Fujimoto achieved worldwide recognition after his magnum opus Chainsaw Man was serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump. The series deals with a world filled with devils and devil hunters and follows a dark and horrific theme. It is one of the main reasons why Chainsaw Man became instantly famous.
Chainsaw Man
The series first debuted in 2018 and has over 26 million copies in circulation as of August 2023. It follows the story of Denji who becomes a Devil Hunter after he makes a contract with his devilish dog Pochita. The series is filled with dark and bleak moments that work in its favor and are extensively loved by Chainsaw Man fans.
Fujimoto was once asked about his process of drawing Chainsaw Man and what was in his mind when he decided to become a manga author. Fujimoto not only explained what motivated him to create such a mind-blowing manga series...
Chainsaw Man
The series first debuted in 2018 and has over 26 million copies in circulation as of August 2023. It follows the story of Denji who becomes a Devil Hunter after he makes a contract with his devilish dog Pochita. The series is filled with dark and bleak moments that work in its favor and are extensively loved by Chainsaw Man fans.
Fujimoto was once asked about his process of drawing Chainsaw Man and what was in his mind when he decided to become a manga author. Fujimoto not only explained what motivated him to create such a mind-blowing manga series...
- 4/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Tatsuki Fujimoto is undoubtedly one of the most unique and unconventional creators in the manga world. His personality is almost as peculiar as his hugely influential series, Chainsaw Man. This groundbreaking new shonen manga has exploded in popularity, earning recognition as a modern classic.
Its wildly successful anime adaptation in 2022 only boosted Chainsaw Man‘s enormous fanbase even further. What makes Chainsaw Man so unforgettable and impactful is its quirky, one-of-a-kind feel. The series blends surreal comedy, violent dark fantasy in a grim world overrun by evil Devils, and genuinely touching drama that brings readers to tears again and again.
Denji in Chainsaw Man (Credits: Mappa)
The outlandish nature of Chainsaw Man directly reflects Tatsuki Fujimoto’s unconventional personality, making it fascinating to learn about the person behind this modern masterpiece of dark shonen manga.
What Inspired Tatsuki Fujimoto To Fill Chainsaw Man With Demons?
In Chainsaw Man, the villains are complex characters.
Its wildly successful anime adaptation in 2022 only boosted Chainsaw Man‘s enormous fanbase even further. What makes Chainsaw Man so unforgettable and impactful is its quirky, one-of-a-kind feel. The series blends surreal comedy, violent dark fantasy in a grim world overrun by evil Devils, and genuinely touching drama that brings readers to tears again and again.
Denji in Chainsaw Man (Credits: Mappa)
The outlandish nature of Chainsaw Man directly reflects Tatsuki Fujimoto’s unconventional personality, making it fascinating to learn about the person behind this modern masterpiece of dark shonen manga.
What Inspired Tatsuki Fujimoto To Fill Chainsaw Man With Demons?
In Chainsaw Man, the villains are complex characters.
- 4/3/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
In present times, Deadpool is arguably one of the most popular comic book characters, if not the most popular. His unique personality sets him apart from the typical superhero archetype, where one has to be noble, and morally upright, and his wit, sarcasm, and constant engagement with the readers make him refreshing and unconventional.
Deadpool in Marvel Comic books
But what sets apart The Merc with a Mouth is his tendency to address the audience directly and acknowledge events from the real world, setting him apart from other heroes. The hero has done it again as he breaks the fourth wall by making a subtle gesture that pays homage to Chainsaw Man.
Upcoming Deadpool Comic Book Pays Homage to Chainsaw Man
With enduring popularity among both comic book and non-comic book fans, fans find Deadpool perplexing. Created by Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza, the character first appeared in The New Mutants...
Deadpool in Marvel Comic books
But what sets apart The Merc with a Mouth is his tendency to address the audience directly and acknowledge events from the real world, setting him apart from other heroes. The hero has done it again as he breaks the fourth wall by making a subtle gesture that pays homage to Chainsaw Man.
Upcoming Deadpool Comic Book Pays Homage to Chainsaw Man
With enduring popularity among both comic book and non-comic book fans, fans find Deadpool perplexing. Created by Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza, the character first appeared in The New Mutants...
- 4/2/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The first of the three cours of the new Blue Exorcist anime series has come to an end, and we have recently reported that a second cour has been confirmed, but we did not have any additional information about it. Today, now that the first cour is officially over, we finally have some new information, as the producers of the series have revealed the title of the second cour, as well as a planned release window. According to what we know, the second cour is going to be titled the “Beyond the Snow” Arc and will air in October 2024 based on the information we have.
Produced by Studio Voln (taking over from A-1 Pictures), the Blue Exorcist anime returned on January 7, 2024, and ended its first cour on March 24, 2024, after a total of 12 episodes. Back in December 2023, it was announced that the whole Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga would probably be split into three non-consecutive cours,...
Produced by Studio Voln (taking over from A-1 Pictures), the Blue Exorcist anime returned on January 7, 2024, and ended its first cour on March 24, 2024, after a total of 12 episodes. Back in December 2023, it was announced that the whole Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga would probably be split into three non-consecutive cours,...
- 3/24/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Chris Evans’s portrayal of Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe was simply perfect and to the point. The thing about everyone’s favorite superhero is that he is the noblest of the most noble out there. The man is the literal personification of bravery, honor, loyalty, and honesty. However, what happens when Captain America represents all the worst parts of the United States of America?
Chris Evans as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Thanks to Tatsuki Fujimoto, fans once got to see a glimpse of an “evil Captain America,” drawn by none other than the manga artist himself. Tatsuki Fujimoto’s work is unlike any other and there is no better example to support this clause than his critically acclaimed manga series, Chainsaw Man. It looks like Tatsuki Fujimoto took the liberty of showing the world what it would look like if our beloved Captain America...
Chris Evans as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Thanks to Tatsuki Fujimoto, fans once got to see a glimpse of an “evil Captain America,” drawn by none other than the manga artist himself. Tatsuki Fujimoto’s work is unlike any other and there is no better example to support this clause than his critically acclaimed manga series, Chainsaw Man. It looks like Tatsuki Fujimoto took the liberty of showing the world what it would look like if our beloved Captain America...
- 3/24/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
The triumphant return of the fan-favorite Blue Exorcist anime with the Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga has been a pleasant sight for many fans around the world. The Illuminati Saga from the manga is a long one, and seeing how the series is going through a bit of a renaissance, it doesn’t surprise us that fans want more with Studio Voln providing us with what we want. With the first cour of this saga coming to an end, we can confirm that the second cour of episodes is already in production, although we don’t have a release date just yet.
The current season of Blue Exorcist returned on January 7, 2024, with Studio Voln taking over from A-1 Pictures. Back in December 2023, it was announced that the whole Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga will probably be split into three non-consecutive cours, meaning that it will have between 36 and 39 episodes,...
The current season of Blue Exorcist returned on January 7, 2024, with Studio Voln taking over from A-1 Pictures. Back in December 2023, it was announced that the whole Blue Exorcist: Shimane Illuminati Saga will probably be split into three non-consecutive cours, meaning that it will have between 36 and 39 episodes,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Three rising Japanese directors have revealed details of fresh projects they pitched to potential partners at the EFM in Berlin.
Akio Fujimoto, Masaaki Kudo and Yurina Kaneko and were selected from more than 20 candidates to take part in New Directors from Japan, an initiative to promote upcoming talent on the world stage commissioned by the government’s Agency for Cultural Affairs that is now in its third year.
Fujimoto is known for family drama Passage Of Life, which won two awards at Tokyo International Film Festival in 2017, followed by Along The Sea, which premiered at San Sebastian in 2020 and went on to win numerous awards.
Akio Fujimoto, Masaaki Kudo and Yurina Kaneko and were selected from more than 20 candidates to take part in New Directors from Japan, an initiative to promote upcoming talent on the world stage commissioned by the government’s Agency for Cultural Affairs that is now in its third year.
Fujimoto is known for family drama Passage Of Life, which won two awards at Tokyo International Film Festival in 2017, followed by Along The Sea, which premiered at San Sebastian in 2020 and went on to win numerous awards.
- 2/22/2024
- ScreenDaily
‘Chainsaw Man,’ a series that has captivated anime fans worldwide, is now set to make a grand entrance onto the big screen. The announcement of ‘Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc’ has stirred excitement among fans eagerly waiting for what’s next after the anime’s successful first season.
The original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, already popular in its own right, found even greater acclaim through its anime adaptation. This adaptation was the most anticipated new anime of 2022, and it did not disappoint, living up to the high expectations of its fans. Following its 12-episode run, the series left fans craving more of Fujimoto’s riveting storyline.
The announcement of the movie marks a surprising turn in the series’ progression. Instead of a second season, which many had expected, the story will continue in film format. This move hints at an exciting and possibly more intense narrative direction. The new...
The original manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, already popular in its own right, found even greater acclaim through its anime adaptation. This adaptation was the most anticipated new anime of 2022, and it did not disappoint, living up to the high expectations of its fans. Following its 12-episode run, the series left fans craving more of Fujimoto’s riveting storyline.
The announcement of the movie marks a surprising turn in the series’ progression. Instead of a second season, which many had expected, the story will continue in film format. This move hints at an exciting and possibly more intense narrative direction. The new...
- 12/18/2023
- by Hrvoje Milakovic
- Fiction Horizon
Here it is, the episode "Chainsaw Man" has been building towards, the one that will filter out normies and find the real degenerates who are the target audience, the moment the prologue ends and the real show begins. So far, the anime has been doing a good job of introducing its idiosyncratic world and characters and showing off its eclectic influences. This week, however, we finally stop getting hints and get into the full sense of depravity, disgust, and hilarity that made Tatsuki Fujimoto's manga a hit.
We pick up where we left off, with Denji throwing himself into the mouth of the Eternity Devil. The mad lad quickly realizes that it doesn't matter how hurt he is or how much blood he's losing because the eternity devil is endless and Denji can simply drink his blood to heal and keep going. "I'm a f***ing perpetual motion machine!
We pick up where we left off, with Denji throwing himself into the mouth of the Eternity Devil. The mad lad quickly realizes that it doesn't matter how hurt he is or how much blood he's losing because the eternity devil is endless and Denji can simply drink his blood to heal and keep going. "I'm a f***ing perpetual motion machine!
- 11/23/2022
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The filmmaker was in conversation with Japanese director Akio Fujimoto.
Vietnamese director Bui Thac Chuyen waited five years for his lead actress to be ready to star in his latest feature Glorious Ashes, he told Japanese filmmaker Akio Fujimoto at Tokyo International Film Festival today (October 25).
The two were in conversation as part of TIFF’s Lounge talks the day after the world premiere of Bui Thac’s rural drama, which plays in the festival’s Competition section – the first time a Vietnamese film has been selected for the competitive strand.
“When you’re casting, you sometimes have those moments...
Vietnamese director Bui Thac Chuyen waited five years for his lead actress to be ready to star in his latest feature Glorious Ashes, he told Japanese filmmaker Akio Fujimoto at Tokyo International Film Festival today (October 25).
The two were in conversation as part of TIFF’s Lounge talks the day after the world premiere of Bui Thac’s rural drama, which plays in the festival’s Competition section – the first time a Vietnamese film has been selected for the competitive strand.
“When you’re casting, you sometimes have those moments...
- 10/25/2022
- by Matt Schley
- ScreenDaily
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