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James Gunn, one of the co-CEOs at DC Studios, keeps stoking anticipation for the first season of Creature Commandos, hinting that viewers should stay tuned after the final episode’s credits. This tease follows closely on the heels of DC Studios and Max confirming a second season for the animated series, showcasing their faith in their debut project within the DC Universe (DCU). The series currently delves into its distinctive mix of supernatural warfare and character-driven narratives, addressing topics like G.I. Robot’s (voiced by Sean Gunn) heartbreaking backstory and the intricate mythology surrounding Wonder Woman’s adversary Circe (voiced by Anya Chalotra). This post-credits hint implies there might be additional surprises in store for fans who have been keeping up with Task Force M’s escapades.

Sports anime has gained significant popularity in recent times, featuring hit shows such as Blue Lock, Haikyu, Hajime no Ippo, and Slam Dunk regularly grabbing attention. Despite some series getting overshadowed by the more influential players within the genre, every story that embodies the essence of this burgeoning medium has its place. However, it’s unfortunate that one of the most prominent sports manga series will soon wrap up, following an unexpected declaration from its creator that could leave fans feeling disoriented.

Previously, we’ve seen the Straw Hat Pirates clash with the Z-Fighters, Hello Kitty go head-to-head with Amuro’s Gundam unit, and Marvel’s Merc With a Mouth join forces with UA Academy’s Symbol of Peace. The anime universe has never been shy about creating some outlandish crossovers in the past, but this latest collaboration could very well be the most astonishing one yet. Although we have discussed how the NERV pilots from Evangelion are now contributing to McDonald’s menu items, a new animated short has emerged that demonstrates just how incredible this crossover may become – potentially earning a place among the most improbable anime collaborations of our generation.

In any given series, debates tend to draw unwanted criticism but they also spark public intrigue about the plot. This was precisely the case with Shonen Jump+’s new series, Drama Queen, which debuted in December 2024. Predictably, it wasn’t for positive reasons that it generated a lot of attention. However, the controversy swirling around Drama Queen propelled it to become the most popular new series serialized in 2024, as reported on the official Manga Plus website.

Players participating in the Pokemon TCG Pocket version can anticipate an abundance of Lightning-themed cards until late 2024, as The Pokemon Company has launched a Mass Outbreak event. This ongoing event offers players free bonus picks and rare picks that predominantly feature Lightning-type Pokemon cards when using the Wonder Pick feature. These complimentary picks provide an excellent opportunity for players to augment their collections or construct their Lightning-type decks, all without incurring any additional costs. Additionally, this feature helps players fulfill their daily Wonder Pick mission effortlessly, without wasting any Wonder Hourglasses!

The period of World War II has been an exciting era for Marvel’s superheroes due to the origin of characters such as Captain America, Bucky, and Nick Fury during that time. It is not surprising then, that conflict served as a catalyst for their creation. Typically, groups like the Invaders and the Howling Commandos are cited as examples of heroes battling against Adolf Hitler’s troops in Marvel Comics. However, they aim to explore new territories with an unprecedented World War II fighting force. In the inaugural issue, we witness the initial stages of this new team, the Hellhunters, and wonder if it sets a powerful opening for this fresh Marvel superhero squad.