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Apte Pro, Takaya Kato’s talent agency, has shared some sad news: our company president and CEO, known professionally as Takaya Hashi, passed away on August 27, 2025, following a sudden heart attack at the age of 72. Famous for his voice acting roles such as Kakuzu from Naruto, Robert Accutrone in Bleach, Donovan Desmond in Spy x Family, Inuarashi in One Piece, Flint in Pokemon, and many others, Takaya Hashi left an indelible mark within the anime voice-over industry due to his vast experience and unwavering commitment to his characters.

Back in 1987, I was simply blown away when Konami unveiled this groundbreaking title in Japan on August 28th. The United States had to wait another year, until November 24th, 1988, to get our hands on it. This game, “Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest”, left an indelible mark on the industry due to its innovative side-scrolling action that seamlessly blended platforming, exploration, RPG elements, and nonlinear progression. Hand in hand with Nintendo’s Metroid, which was released the year before, “Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest” paved the way for a formula that continues to inspire developers even today.

As a movie critic looking back on Green Lantern #47 from 1990, I recall Hal Jordan grappling with the devastation of Coast City and yearning for a fresh start from his past traumas. In the initial plotline for “Emerald Twilight,” this transition was set to take him back to Oa, seeking a deeper connection within the Green Lantern collective, as he felt Earth was no longer his home. Yet, an unexpected twist unfolded upon his arrival on Oa. A shadowy faction emerged, claiming to be the genuine Guardians of the Universe, while the ones we knew were mere impostors. This revelation was bolstered by the Zamarons, the female counterparts of the Guardians, who surprisingly declared they were expecting what they termed as the Cosmic Children. These entities, they claimed, would possess powers far surpassing their parents and could perform feats almost beyond imagination.

In an interview with PelucheEn ElEstuche, Gunn was queried about Chris Pratt potentially portraying Batman in the future. Gunn responded by saying, “As Batman, no. However, yes, for another role. Chris Pratt is one of my closest friends and we frequently converse. He’s a fantastic individual who would relish the opportunity to work with DC. I would support him taking on a project at DC.

In various instances within the Dragon Ball universe, villains emerge with extraordinary origin stories. Some seemingly materialize from common household items like rice cookers to become formidable existential risks to Earth. Others seize control of entire planets or annihilate those they cannot manage. Certain characters have even assimilated traits of their most formidable adversaries to strive for perfection, while some aspire to transcend the multiverse and pose a threat on an unparalleled scale.

Throughout the Dragon Ball fandom, these villains and their malevolent deeds are widely recognized, even if their impact varies. While some may not leave as significant a mark, the wickedness they exhibit can still resonate powerfully compared to others. Here are our top choices:

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As a devoted fan, I can’t help but reflect on an intriguing conversation I had recently that took me back to the inception of the spin-off series from the Borderlands universe. It was all kicked off by the captivating DLC for Borderlands 2 titled “Assault on Dragon Keep.” In this delightful expansion, Tiny Tina transformed into a charismatic Dungeons & Dragons-style game master, leading players through an immersive adventure filled with fantastical creatures. This remarkable DLC would later find its own footing as a separate standalone game.

The much-anticipated movie titled “Infinity Castle,” part of the Demon Slayer franchise, has been unveiled in Japan, marking the beginning of a trilogy that will conclude the series. While anime platforms like X (previously Twitter) are notorious for spoilers, plot leaks regarding Infinity Castle have been effectively managed by Ufotable, Aniplex, and Crunchyroll, leaving fans worldwide excited but in suspense. For now, US and international viewers can only speculate based on the trailers, with a significant development hinted for Shinobu Kocho, everyone’s favorite female Demon Slayer Hashira.

There isn’t much more to add about the live-action Snow White featuring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, except that it seems destined to go down in history as a major disappointment. Released in March amidst various social and political controversies, this big-budget production failed to attract audiences at the box office. As the months have passed, one hit movie after another has outperformed Snow White’s earnings, with Zach Cregger’s adult-oriented horror film Weapons being the latest example.

Captain America: New World Order”, “Thunderbolts”*, and “Fantastic Four: Fresh Start”. The next standalone movie series is “Spider-Man: Fresh Beginning”, followed by “Avengers: Doomsday”, a title hinting at the primary antagonist who has yet to make an appearance.

*Note that I couldn’t paraphrase “Thunderbolts” as it doesn’t lend itself well to rephrasing without losing its original meaning.