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As a huge shoujo manga fan, I’ve always believed the best artists are so much more than just good at making things look pretty. It’s the incredible world-building they achieve with the smallest touches – the way a character dresses, how a single petal drifts down, or even a subtle change in their expression when they see someone they like. No matter if you prefer the timeless beauty of older shoujo or the modern, polished styles, these 10 artists are absolute masters at using their art to make you *feel* something – to make you fall in love right alongside the characters. Let’s dive in and see what makes them so special!

Fanatical is currently offering a deal on Steam for *Rogue Trooper Redux* at a reduced price. This offer is valid until September 28th, or while supplies last. While the game is also available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, this particular discount is exclusive to Steam.

Aries are known for being bold and competitive, always eager to take the lead. Characters like Mauga and Junker Queen embody that fighting spirit, and Tracer and Kiriko offer a fast-paced, hit-and-run playstyle that leaves opponents struggling to respond.

The competition began with a Swiss-system round where sixteen teams played in best-of-three matches. The top eight teams then moved on to the playoffs.

The success of recent Marvel shows is leading to a renewed focus on grounded, street-level stories. A special presentation starring Jon Bernthal as The Punisher is planned for 2026, giving the character his own dedicated series. The next Spider-Man movie, officially titled *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, will also shift away from large-scale cosmic events and focus on a more personal adventure, even pairing Peter Parker (Tom Holland) with The Punisher. The introduction of White Tiger (Kamar de los Reyes) in *Born Again* proved audiences are receptive to lesser-known heroes, paving the way for other underrated characters to finally get their moment in the spotlight.

The Legend of Zelda consistently delivers a fantastic experience. It’s widely considered the best action-adventure series ever made, with memorable and enjoyable puzzles. The games also feature great characters, but a real strength of the series is its villains. While Ganondorf is the most famous and one of the greatest video game villains of all time, he’s just one example of many compelling antagonists the series has created.

To mark this special occasion, the developers at RubberBandGames have released the game’s largest update so far – the Space Update! This huge addition includes a brand-new space world that’s twice as big as the original island, along with new jobs, exciting space missions, impressive spaceships, and tons of ways to explore a completely interactive universe.

I was absolutely floored when Zack Snyder revealed the new Joker design for his Absolute Universe! Calling him scary doesn’t even begin to cover it. He’s not just a guy dressed as a clown; he’s a full-on creature. He’s got the classic pale skin, wide mouth, and green hair, but that’s where the resemblance to other Jokers stops. This version looks genuinely demonic, almost like a dragon, and honestly, I think it’s the most intimidating take on the character I’ve ever seen.

When the Millennium Falcon reaches the location of Alderaan and finds only an asteroid field, it’s a pivotal moment in the film. As Han Solo and Obi-Wan Kenobi realize the planet has been destroyed, the nearby Death Star captures their ship with a tractor beam, pulling them into danger. Originally, this scene included awkward, explanatory dialogue for Luke Skywalker that Mark Hamill struggled to deliver convincingly. He convinced George Lucas to cut the lines, a story he’s shared many times, most recently in an interview with *The Hollywood Reporter*.

Ruben Fleischer’s popular 2009 zombie comedy, *Zombieland*, became available on Peacock starting September 1st. The film stars Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin, and features a funny appearance by Bill Murray. It follows a mismatched group of people traveling to what they hope is a safe place in Los Angeles, and they have a set of rules to help them survive and kill zombies along the way. The sequel, *Zombieland: Double Tap*, released in 2019, is available on Hulu with a Live TV subscription, or you can rent or buy it online.