The Star Trek franchise has been a science-fiction staple for decades. The series shows how people can end a conflict before it even begins through negotiations and cleverness rather than who has the biggest gun. It also captures the essence of exploration and the excitement of boldly going where no one has gone before. However,
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WARNING: The following article contains spoilers for “What the #!$% is Task Force Z” Part 1 from Detective Comics #1041, on sale now from DC Comics. Jason Todd’s Robin may have been a sidekick, but the Red Hood has always struck out on his own. Ever since the character returned to Gotham, he’s rebelled against
Many anime and manga series are able to capture the interest of the public, but Hirohiki Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has evolved into a comprehensive, generational saga that’s close to celebrating 35 years of unpredictable adventures. One of the major ways in which Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure differs from other shonen and action-centric series is
Most people, whether real or fictional, prefer to be in the company of others over being alone. Many would say that they find themselves to be better versions of themselves when they’re around other people. The world of Star Wars is full of these types of characters. People such as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Han Solo are clearly
One of the most Common Monster Types, the Monstrosity creature types is a DM’s bread and butter in Dungeons and Dragons. Monstoristy type monsters are perhaps some of the more unique and versatile monsters. They usually encompass any monster that is the result of magical experiments or magical curses in some way. The 5th edition
In a new episode of Disney Gallery — Star Wars: The Mandalorian, series creator Jon Favreau and other members of the crew discuss the technology used to synthesize Luke Skywalker’s voice. As reported by Collider, the feature provides insight into how the Season 2 finale of The Mandalorian was made, with one part discussing how the show recreated a
Disney movies have always been full of fun moments for the family, wrapped around love stories and tales of adventure, but there are occasionally dark twists involving Disney villains and their motives. RELATED: 10 Disney Villains Fans Sympathize With (But Shouldn’t) It can be argued that every movie needs a villain in some regard, but
More superhero fans viewed James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad on HBO Max than either Wonder Woman 1984 or Zack Snyder’s Justice League. As reported by Screen Rant, a new report by viewing analytics organization Samba TV found that The Suicide Squad garnered a viewership of 4.7 million US households during the first three weekends of
There is nothing like a good mentor to get a protagonist started off in the direction of success. In anime, mentors come in all shapes, sizes, and genres. In slice-of-life anime, this could be a wise older classmate or a helpful homeroom teacher. In action anime, the mentor may be a seasoned fighter or a learned
One of the most interesting moves to build a competitive Pokémon team around is the move Trick Room. For five turns the slower a Pokémon is, the sooner it gets to attack, the opposite of the normal calculation. This can be a huge boon for teams built around the move. A ton of Pokémon with monstrously high
Deadpool’s healing factor is one of his most impressive attributes, allowing him to regenerate from almost any form of injury. However, these powers famously come at the cost of transforming his entire body and leaving his visage incredibly calloused and physically unappealing. It’s been a source of drama for the character, notably in the Deadpool films
Flashbacks are a common tool used by anime and manga writers to establish motives for characters, set the tone for specific scenes, and provide backstory and context. A famous reoccurring scene that does all of these things is the notorious flashback of the young Naruto Uzumaki sitting alone and crying on the swing outside of
Warning: The following article contains spoilers for Suicide Squad: King Shark #2, on sale now from DC Comics. Nanaue, aka King Shark, has come a long way from his early days as a recurring villain for Superboy and Aquaman. Having served as the heavy-hitting heart of the Suicide Squad for many years now, King Shark’s
After a long, hard day, there are few things better than plopping down on the couch, getting under a blanket, and binging a sitcom while filling your gullet with your favorite treats. The laughs we get from these shows help melt away the stresses of life, even if it is just for a few hours.
It’s been a decade since one of the most highly regarded Elder Scrolls games was released, and Bethesda is celebrating by releasing yet another iteration of Skyrim, Skyrim Anniversary Edition. This will make 15 versions of Skyrim total to be released since 2011. While this latest version is essentially an upgrade of the Special Edition, a remaster
In Pokémon, Ash must wait until he is 10 years old to become a Pokémon trainer, and in Yu-Gi-Oh! Yugi and his friends are 15 years old when they start their journey to the Duelist Kingdom. Similarly, Digimon’s first four seasons, Digimon Adventure, Adventure 02, Tamers, and Frontier, featured a main cast that included mostly 10 or 11-year-olds. While the
After years of being an also-ran series from the early 2000s, Shaman King is finally back in the limelight thanks to the rebooted anime. This new show is made with the intention of being more accurate to the manga source material, having been produced with the fans in mind. Said fans have kept the Shaman King franchise
When it comes to Batman’s greatest enemies, Joker is extremely high up that list. He rarely dips below the top five. Be it for his showmanship, villainy, or entertaining flair, fans and creators alike have grabbed onto this beloved villain and will not be letting go anytime soon. He has long been one of the most
When the superhero kids’ movie We Can Be Heroes hit Netflix last December, it pulled in massive numbers, and the streaming service announced plans for a sequel not even two weeks after the premiere. While new information about We Can Be Heroes 2 has been scarce since the announcement, director Robert Rodriguez assured fans that the sequel is still happening.
Dan Harmon’s show Community has been off the air since 2015, yet it doesn’t stop die-hard fans from rewatching the show, especially since it’s still available on Netflix. One of its biggest draws is the incredible friendship between Abed Nadir, the seemingly heartless meta character, and Troy Barnes, the popular yet naive jock. Even though Community follows
Ghostbusters: Afterlife will premiere in cinemas and only in cinemas, as per a recent declaration from the production itself. The @Ghostbusters Twitter account delivered the confirmation with a clip that’s almost as brief as the message attached to it. Splicing a few highlights together from the film’s stirring official trailers, the hashtag-adorned tweet contains the unequivocal language, “exclusively
WARNING: The following contains spoilers for the story “What Is Vs. What If” from Marvel Voices: Identity #1, now on sale Shang-Chi’s origin has always been tied to the actions his father forced him to take, and how a moment of doubt and humanity helped turn him into the hero he is today. But there
The Sims franchise has evolved over the years, with four successful main titles and various spin-offs released since the year 2000. The latest in the series, The Sims 4, has gained immense mainstream attention and become a major moneymaker for video game developer Maxis and its parent company, EA, given that DLCs for The Sims 4 can cost as
In 2005, the Doctor Who revival brought the Doctor back to the forefront of British television with its episodes full of adventures, terrifying monsters, and lovable companions. Five Doctors have entertained Whovians over the last sixteen years, with every single one experiencing the highs and lows of the timey-wimey happenings inside the TARDIS. Related: 10 Comics To Read
Movie theaters are in a rough spot at the moment, and people should be making informed decisions on whether or not they feel comfortable going to the movies amidst the rise in coronavirus infections and breakout cases. For those who are willing to attend theaters, however, the eight indie films on this list — some
Sakura Haruno is a major character and vital member of Team 7 in Naruto. While her contributions are often discredited or ignored, the plot relies on Sakura to drive it forward. Without her expert abilities and incredible character development, Naruto would have died and the Allied Shinobi Forces would have lost the Fourth Great Ninja
There are several reasons why an individual may want to take on a new identity: a dark past, a need to hide their true identity for their own safety, or just wanting a change of pace. Depending on the circumstances and the individual themselves, this new identity can be a radical change or a slight alter.
WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Titans Season 3, Episode 5, “Lazarus,” available now on HBO Max. In Season 3 of Titans, it’s been confirmed Scarecrow is Jason Todd’s mentor. Hints were dropped early on with the chemistry research found at Wayne Manor and the toxin Jason was using en route to becoming Red Hood.
On the one-year anniversary of Chadwick Boseman’s passing, multiple Marvel collaborators have paid tribute to the Black Panther star’s memory. Marvel Entertainment, Marvel Studios and other accounts and stars posted a photo of Boseman and message to their respective social media pages, writing “Honoring our friend, our inspiration, and our King, Chadwick Boseman.” Black Panther actor Lupita Nyong’o, who played King
WARNING: The following article contains spoilers from “Drowned Secrets” in Justice League #66, available now from DC. The Justice League Dark has been desperately trying to save the world from the dark sorcerer Merlin, who recently returned after being missing for years. The team has added some new members to their ranks. Two new characters