With the pace at which anime is growing in popularity around the globe, 2018 promises to be an especially good year! Besides Netflix, Funimation and Crunchyroll will continue to offer VRV streaming for a more immersive experience. Amazon is also investing in this trendy entertainment scene, extending anime reach even further. If you are a fan, expect to see more classic anime in 2018. Shows which have been dormant for decades will make a comeback, featuring new themes and modern lifestyles. A collaborating between Japanese companies and those based in the western world is seeing the creation of even more new content. In 2018, here are premium anime shows to look out for;
A.I.C.O Incarnation
Over the past several years, Netflix has been trying its hand at anime without much success. 2018 will see the debut of their futuristic anime, A.I.C.O Incarnation. Directed by the famed Kazuya Murata, this science fiction series in set in 2035. An accident, going by the Burst, rocks Japan, throwing everything into disarray! Matter, an untamable artificial life form, takes over and changes human life entirely. Two years later, a young girl aged 15 discover a great secret within her body. It could potentially change things for the better. To restore normalcy, Aiko Tachibana has to travel to the Burst’s ‘Primary Point’. With the help of a new schoolmate, Yuya Kanzaki, Aiko is emboldened to push on with her journey. The boy and girl now have the fate of the world lying squarely in their hands. The horrific entity which engulfs the world has to come to a quick conclusive end. This cute anime character, even with her courage and resilience, relies on her new friend to make faster progress. Which side will you be rooting for? Netflix has a lengthy teaser which explains the basics of how it all started. How long will this life long run rampant? Let’s find out.
Since its inception, Attack on Titan has always been a highly exhilarating anime series. With a new season in 2018, fans couldn’t be a happier lot! To bring even more action and realism to this anime, Masashi Koizuka and Tetsuro Araki are the directors in charge. Set to hit the screens in July 2018, a lot of work is going into bringing the most out of each character. On 13th of this month, a movie following up ‘Attack on Titan’ season 2 was released, making fans even more eager to watch the next season. With fans not having to wait several years for the next release, there won’t be as much tension following the controversial season 2 finale. The poster tells it all, arousing even more interest. As the three main characters look out into the sea, the caption below promises a thrilling encounter. With the many alluring outfits worn by the characters, you will have a lot to choose from when selecting your ideal pillow case. The characters are not so different from their real-life inspirations, giving fans globally an anime they can closely relate with.
Persona 5
Last year, Persona 5 was a high-ranking anime rpg game. Seeing the incredible success attained, the team behind it is now working tirelessly to deliver a high-glossing anime series follow up. A collaboration between A-1 Pictures and Atlus has the voice cast from the game featuring in the anime too. While many fans remain speculative of what the storyline will be, most expect the video game theme to feature prominently. A group of 5 rebel teens is all out to make a better life for themselves, away from the system which advocates for slavery. On their journey to seek freedom, the five go through challenging adventures. In order for them to transform corrupt adult, they have to enter their hearts and change how they look at the world. If they fail to transform their world, no one else will do so for them. Even for those who haven’t played the game yet, joining the dots will be intricately easy. Any of these five character will make a great choice for your Dakimakura. Just as in the game, characters are full of life and they only get better as times go by.
Fate/EXTRA Last Encore
If you fancy portable games, you have probably come across the popular Fate/EXTRA. What better way to start your year than with an anime series themed around your favorite characters. It is composed by Kinoko Nasu, with characters amplifying the original artwork. This series is a follow up to previous shows by Netflix such as Fate/Zero and Fate/Stay Night. Unlike Fate/Apocrypha, this animation falls in with the previous storylines. Combining visually stimulating features and an exhilarating story arch, you will hardly want to leave the scenes As new members join the cast, there will be even more beautiful encounters and unforgettable moments to watch in 2018. If you feel like going the extra mile, contact us and have any of your favorite characters printed on a Dakimakura! Since the premiere adaptation in 2016, a lot on improvements in graphics and action have been made. To have his wish granted, Hakuno Kishinami has to fight through countless odds in the strange virtual world. As he seeks to find his identity and win the coveted price, this main character has to fight foes and at times, friends. The dedicated ‘servant’ by his side gets him through the toughest situations.
Grancrest Senki
Created by the renowned Mizuno Ryo, this anime is replete with symbolism and incredibly artistry. In Grancrest Senki, the world is full of chaos and someone has to try and restore it. Only the continents’ Lords have the ability to stop this menace.Even then, these Lords have to use the holy seal. Easy as all this sounds, they all have conflicting opinions, with each wanting to have their agenda heard first. As the tussle among the nobles gets worse, their subjects suffer the most and almost lose hope of ever living normal lives. With nowhere else to look for help, three noble characters come together and decide to do all it takes to restore sanity. Theo and a magician named Silka, guided by a servant-master contract, set out on the most treacherous journey of their lives. Character design and composition are done to perfection, leaving you with an awesome series to rock your 2018. As anime gains even more popularity, the positive story depicted in this version shows that we don’t have to own at all to effect change in the world. With multiple other characters taking on protagonist and antagonist roles, every ending is a new beginning!
If you were wondering whether this anime will get a second season, you’re in for good times ahead! The script writer has previously worked on ‘Code Geass’, with the creator of ‘Attack on Titan’ taking charge of the team. In this story, humans seek refuge on an island, away from zombie-like creatures which threaten their existence. Known as Kabane, these hideous creatures have hearts of steel and tear away at every living creature they come across. In such tense time, people are in need of a savior. To improve safety, people have to rely on the safe solitary means of transport; armored locomotives which ferry passengers between stations, known as Hayajiro. As this anime teaches us, the industrial revolution can have adverse and transformative effects capable of changing human nature. For the Kabane to be defeated, brave men and women have to pierce their steel hearts or destroy a crucial body part. Ikoma, a young engineer, is the first to make headway and discover a weapon which could change the course of the war. Some of the Kabane are friendly and understand human plight, offering as much help as they can. Safe shelters are the most important to find.
As the Overload ‘The Dark warrior’ movie screened, word heard it that an anime series would soon follow. Fast track to 2018 and this series is already making ripples as it catches on. In the 2138 setting, virtual reality gaming has grown immensely popular and with it, many vices some along. Due to these and other risks, the most popular game at the time, Yggdrasil, is shut down. Not all players comply with this order; Momonga remains online and gains massive power to transform into the most powerful skeletal lizard. There is no limit to the harm perceivable! As the game world goes through transformative changes, non-player characters feel rare emotions. With no one to help out, Momonga has to learn how to live in this new world incredibly fast. More than just a Manga production, this anime is also a popular game played around the globe. Having sold over 2.5 million copies within a short window of opening, directors are grappling against time to produce even more content. As far as this anime series goes, even the worst characters sometimes do their best to bring nasty situations to an end.
Angolmois
With no date yet set for the premiere of this hugely anticipated anime, it is expected to have an even wider reach than its manga version. The Kadokawa Corporation has invested heavily in transforming this into a formidable force, with lots of encouraging stories to tell. In Angolmois, a great kings comes from humble beginnings to become a renowned leader with a massive following. From his island of Tsushima, a great battle ensues to preserve the kingdom and the inhabitants. This story also explains how Samurai started from an incident in Genkou. For the king to achieve his desire, he has to bring on board many characters to build a formidable force. All through, he manages his tempers and proves to be a wise leader in the most trying times. Anime lovers will instantly adore the action and suspense brought alive in this series. Takayuki Kuriyama, the director, has successful stints with other high-flying anime; this certainly won’t be an exception. Angol Mois, the queen of terror, will have a hard time trying to take over earth from this boisterous king. As Nostradamus predicts, this enthralling anime is about the survival of mankind and what it takes to put the case to rest.
As an extremely popular horror manga and anime, Tokyo Ghoul made ripples across the entertainment industry. In 2018, the sequel dubbed Tokyo Ghoul:Re promises to be even more action-packed! As the series starts, the Counter Ghoul Commission design a weapon with the power to exterminate all perceivable enemies. This weapon is sworn to do all within its power to preserve humanity from the predating ghouls. However, it takes more than brawn to get the job done. Seeing as this brand new weapon is experimental, the commission is set to face challenging times. To amend this, the only viable option is to implant select human investigators with the Ghoul Kagune. This gives them unique abilities and powers to face the enemy. Even with this option, the commission is yet to test the procedures applied by this new squad. With many familiar characters coming back on set, the directors saw it fit to introduce new, more enticing characters.
The upcoming hit anime involves the use of mental power over physical strength.Throughout the series, characters are on a transformative journey to rediscover themselves and the unique powers they possess. Who will you be rooting for and why? More than ever, 2018 will be a year packed with anime action. With so much to watch, it helps having a guide to keep you abreast of the latest developments. We are your one-stop-shop for all anime and manga info you need. Beyond that, we pride ourselves in bringing the anime action even closer to you. Is there a favorite anime character you’ve always dreamt of having with you, even for just a moment? We can deliver them as anime dakimakura to you for a lifetime! There is so much to look forward to in 2018 for anime lovers. These shows highlighted are just a scrape off the surface. There are many more lined up to make your year one of the most satisfying you’ve heard yet. Would you like to learn more about upcoming anime shows in 2018? Feel free to drop us a note. All the best.
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