Dandadan Turns Momo Into Anime's New 'It Girl' With a Rival's Surprising Help

Quick Links Warning: Contains spoilers for Dandadan episode #6.Dandadanepisode #6 is the formal introduction of Aira Shiratori, one of the series' main characters, going forward. While initially presented as a nameless mean girl picking on Okarun in episode #5, episode #6 further involves her in the plot by revealing her to have one of Okarun’s testicles, thus sparking a more extended role for her within the overarching narrative. Aira’s already left a big mark onDandadan’s story, and that’s especially clear through her interactions with Momo....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 797 words · Mr. John Davis

DC Just Changed the Meaning of Batman's Iconic Catchphrase

Warning! Preview pages ahead for Absolute Batman #6!DC’s newestBatmanhas just given a new meaning to one of the Dark Knight’s most well-known catchphrases in pop culture. Things are heating upin the Absolute Universeand thanks to Black Mask, Gotham is preparing for war.But Bruce Wayne isn’t doneyet, and one classic catchphrase proves it. In a preview forAbsolute Batman #6by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, hell is breaking loose fast as Black Mask has dropped off weaponry and masks all over Gotham, urging everyone tojoin his Party Animals....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 483 words · Billy King

Does Avatar: The Last Airbender's New Series Prove Korra Is the Worst Avatar? It's Complicated

TheAvatar: The Last Airbenderuniverse is expanding once again withAvatar: Seven Havens, a new series set afterThe Legend of Korra. The upcoming show follows Earthbending twins who live in a post-apocalyptic world, with one of them discovering she is the next Avatar after Korra. However, the premise raises a major question of since the world is in ruins after Korra’s time, does that mean she failed as an Avatar? Some fans have long debated Korra’s effectiveness compared to past Avatars like Aang and Roku, andSeven Havensmight fuel that discussion even further....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 792 words · Isabel Thomas

Every Major Fourth Wing Character's Signet & What It Does

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Rebecca Yarros' Fourth Wing and Iron Flame. Rebecca Yarros’Fourth WingandIron Flameintroduce a unique magic system to the fantasy genre, one in which characters who become dragon riders are given individual signets, or powers. In the world of theEmpyrean Series,a dragon bond is one of the only natural ways humans can channel magical power—aside from fliers and their Gryphons. However, a signet is the strongest form of magic, as riders channel these powers directly from their dragons....

July 12, 2025 · 7 min · 1468 words · Sean Winters

Every Viewership Record Squid Game Season 2 Has Broken So Far

Squid Gameseason 2 has already broken several impressive Netflix viewership records. When the series first debuted in 2021, itwas an unprecedented global streaming hit as it became Netflix’s most-watched show of all time.Squid Gameseason 1’s endingleft the door open for more storytelling when Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) vowed to hunt down the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) and to stop the games once and for all. Given the show’s massive streaming success, it was unsurprisingly greenlit for season 2....

July 12, 2025 · 6 min · 1178 words · Daniel Hernandez

Hellboy Teases a Special 2025 Comeback With New Dark Horse Series

Hellboyis back with a new series, in a period piece set in the 1960s, which will set the BPRD on a collision course with the “Golden Crane Society.” The story will star Susan Xiang, with Hellboy playing a pivotal supporting role, in another expansion of the already rich, detailed world of Mike Mignola’s beloved comic book franchise. As first shared by AIPT,Shadow of the Golden Crane– written by Chris Roberson, with art by Michael Avon Oeming –is the latest story “from the world of Hellboy,” and while it will feature the eponymous devil-spawn, the series is intended to spotlight Sue Xiang, another character who has established themselves as a fan-favorite in previous appearances....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 689 words · Gary King

I Admit It: Naruto Fumbled Big Time With Anko, Wasting the Ninja's Incredible Pote

Narutothrives on its roster of powerful ninjas, but the series introduced so many characters to build hype that some, like Anko Mitarashi, were left on the sidelines. Orochimaru’s talent for recognizing potential is evident with Sasuke Uchiha, and it was often emphasized that Anko had the skills and abilities to be a standout character—or even a suitable vessel for Orochimaru himself. Despite this, her potential was never fully realized. Instead of showcasing her abilities, the series merely told fans about her capabilities without ever delivering on that promise....

July 12, 2025 · 5 min · 1018 words · Meghan White

If Star Trek: Legacy Happens, Jeri Ryan Can Tie An Impressive Michael Dorn Record

Star Trek: Legacyhas yet to be officially announced, but if the show does happen, it would mean Jeri Ryan would catch up with fellowStar Trekactor Michael Dorn in one specific franchise category. After appearing as part of theStar Trek: Voyagercastfor the show’s final four seasons,Ryan went on to reprise the role of Seven of Nine between 2020 and 2023as part of theStar Trek: Picardcast. ShouldStar Trek: Legacyget the green light from Paramount, Ryan’s inevitable involvement would further the legend of her character even more....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 659 words · Amy Crosby

Invincible Season 3, Episode 4 Trailer: Mark Helps 2 New Characters In Cryptic Teaser

Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Invincible season 3, episodes 1-3! A trailer forInvincibleseason 3, episode 4 has been released, showing Mark helping two new characters in a cryptic teaser for another high-octane episode.Invincibleseason 3has introduced a plethora of new challenges for Mark (Steven Yeun) as he evolves as a superhero, including his falling out with Cecil (Walton Goggins), training Oliver (Christian Convery), and new relationship with Eve (Gillian Jacobs). The newest episodes have also introduced characters who promise to have larger roles in the story as more information about them is revealed....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 607 words · Natasha Fields

Invincible's 10 Best Episodes (So Far)

Invinciblehas an impressive catalog of high-quality episodes that continue to make it one of the best animated superhero shows of all time, but these ten outings are the series at its very best. Considering how consistent and enjoyable each installment has been, it’s incredibly difficult to pick a top ten sinceInvincibledoesn’t have a single bad episode. While the likes of “You Look Kinda Dead” and “This Was Supposed To Be Easy” may have slightly lower stakes than some of the most memorable episodes,Invincibleuses its side villainsexpertly, ensuring these minor storylines remain interesting and impactful....

July 12, 2025 · 10 min · 2074 words · Wendy Martinez

IT Prequel Series Welcome To Derry Officially Wraps Filming

Summary Welcome to Derryco-showrunner and executive producer Jason Fuchs reveals that theItprequel series has wrapped filming. After the massive success of 2017’sItand 2019’sIt Chapter Two, the world of Stephen King’s beloved novel is now set to be further explored in an HBO prequel show.Welcome to Derry’s storytakes place in the 1960s and features the return of Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, with a release ddate expected in 2025. Fuchs now shares onInstagram(viaCollider) that filming onWelcome to Derryhas now concluded....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Amanda Brooks

It's Official: DC's Immortal Superhero Will Live Again in New Black Label Series

One of the most bizarre and powerful heroes inDC Comics' canon is back with a mission to save the universe. After years out of the spotlight, Resurrection Man is back from the grave in a new limited series that follows Mitch Shelley on the most important mission of his many lives. DC Comics has revealedthat this April Ram V (The New Gods,Detective Comics) and Anand RK (Batman: Urban Legends,Blue in Green) are teaming up forResurrection Man: Quantum Karma....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Gregory Contreras

It's Official: The PowerPuff Girls and ThunderCats Are Teaming Up in Wild Crossover

That’s right, the mightyThundercatsare going to be getting a helping hand from thePowerpuff Girlsin a crossover special next year. Dynamite Comics has reinvigorated both franchises with their new comic series and on Free Comic Book Day, the two worlds are set to collide in an unbelievable one-shot story. PerAIPT Comics, Dynamite Comics has revealed the crossover thatwill bring itsThundercatsandPowerpuff Girlsseries together.Thundercats/Powerpuff Girls #0will be written by Paulina Ganucheau and drawn and colored by Coleman Engle, with letters by Jeff Eckleberry....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Samantha Brown