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In this episode of PNC - Anime Beat, sad news as Akira Toriyama and TARAKO have passed away. But, let's celebrate their legacies. "Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact" is releasing, and "Jujutsu Kaisen" Season 2 swept the Crunchyroll Anime Awards with 11 wins! Stay animated, folks!
Show Notes
Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama Dies at 68 - https://bit.ly/48LQUgL
Chibi Maruko-chan Anime's Lead Voice Actress TARAKO Dies at 63 - https://bit.ly/3wOP9lK
Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the Heron Win Japan Academy Film Prizes - https://bit.ly/48Py1t8
Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact Fighting Game Releases for PS5, Switch, PC via Steam - https://bit.ly/3VeeZcT
Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024: ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ Takes 11 Trophies, Including Anime of the Year (Full Winners List) - https://imdb.to/49ASiE9
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Lance John: Welcome to PNC - Anime
Beat, where we dish out the latest
and greatest from the world of anime!
I'm your host Lance John, bringing the
day's anime buzz straight to your ears.
Let's jump right in!
Tragic news struck the hearts of anime
fans worldwide as Akira Toriyama,
the mastermind behind the indomitable
"Dragon Ball" series, passed away at
68 due to an acute subdural hematoma.
He not only breathed life into
characters that spanned generations,
but his legacy sprinted through Dr.
Slump, enchanting video games
like Dragon Quest, and the
recent "Dragon Ball Dai" anime.
The Bird Studio, belonging to
Toriyama-san, plans to host a public
commemorative—truly an icon who sketched
a significant chapter in anime history.
Anime also lost another beloved
figure—TARAKO, the voice that
brought "Chibi Maruko-chan" to life
for 35 years, left us at age 63.
Her versatile talents colored characters
like Kirara from "Inuyasha" and Monokuma
from the "Danganronpa" series, marking her
legacy with vibrant, unforgettable roles.
As fans, we were lucky to have
both of these incredible artists
shape our anime experiences.
Amidst these losses, life in the anime
world moves on, with "Godzilla Minus One"
rampaging through the Japan Academy Film
Prizes, snatching accolades including
Picture of the Year and Best Screenplay.
And "The Boy and the Heron" won
the animation category, a testament
to Japan's enduring love for
storytelling through animation.
Switching gears to gaming, Bushiroad
Games is amping up for a big
release with "Hunter x Hunter Nen
x Impact" for PS5, Switch, and PC.
Fans at EVO Japan 2024 have got
to be reeling with excitement
for that first hands-on demo.
And for all my fellow hunters out
there just itching for more, remember,
patience is a virtue; details on
the manga's return will be revealed,
with chapter 401 in the bag.
Finally, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards
wrapped up with "Jujutsu Kaisen"
Season 2 sweeping the stage with
11 awards—talk about domination!
Anime of the year and a
host of other categories?
Clearly, they've concocted a
sorcerous blend of artistic magic
undeniable to fans and critics alike.
Well, this wraps up today's
episode of PNC - Anime Beat.
From the echoes of heartfelt goodbyes
to the echoes of celebrating monumental
achievements, anime continues to
pulse vibrantly through our lives.
Remember to share your favorite
Toriyama and TARAKO moments
and keep that spirit alive!
Don't forget to tune in next time
for more anime tales and trails.
This is your host, signing off.
Stay animated, folks!