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Anime has been ruled by the Shonen genre in terms of popularity and fame. From theDragon Ballseries to the ‘Big 3’, there are many anime from the Shonen genre that have attracted global fans and have spread the fame of anime breaking local boundaries.
But the situation is changing, and the current times are having us witness a massive change. We are experiencing the end of the best Shonen anime, and it doesn’t seem like there will be any more like the Big 3.
These days, Shonen is being pushed down as another genre is taking over its hegemonic position. Shonen has long been the backbone of the anime industry, sort of like a defining factor.
End of Shonen’s reign over anime
The Shonen genre has dominated the mainstream part with many legendary series likeNaruto,One Piece,Dragon Ball, andBleach. They have been the face of anime and the magnetic factor that led to the gravitation of fans towards the media.
Due to these anime having ended or reaching their final stages, Isekai has a chance to climb to the number one spot. Amid this shift, Isekai has solidified itself asone of anime’s most dominant genres.For instance, the upcoming adaptation ofApocalypse Bringer Mynoghraonly strengthens this trend.
This upcoming series is being adapted from a light novel. It follows Takuto Ira, a bedridden gamer who dies and finds himself isekai’d into his favorite strategy game. And he has to lead the dark civilization of Mynoghra.
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Isekai is no longer a passing trend or an upstart in anime, but it is a genre with massive potential. It has been around for a long time, and it is time for it to resurge and flood. Many isekai anime likeRe:Zero is returning,Mushoku Tenseiremains a powerful reminder, and newer titles keep pushing boundaries and capturing the interest of the fans.
Isekai’s resurgence is nigh with ‘Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra’
The appeal of Isekai is growingthanks to its thrilling and fantastical settings. Its ability to blend power leveling with intricate world-building and slice of life.
It can be done using the ideas of many creators and adapting them into anime. There are many intriguing and famous manga/manhwa andlight novels that many fans wish to see adapted.
While Shonen is still no doubt a strong player in the industry, due to magazines like Shonen Jump only getting short series and anime like One Piece coming to its final arc. the future of Shonen does not seem bright.
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This isn’t to say that Shonen will disappear, it will merge with other genres, losing the age-old set image of being just for ‘shonen.’ It’s evolving, just asDandadanmixes supernatural horror with romance and high-paced action, andSakamoto Daysmerges the anti-hero hitman with comedy and family slice of life.
Chandra Shekhar
Anime Writer
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Chandra Shekhar is an Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 800 published articles under his belt. A law student by training but a storyteller at heart, he blends his sharp analysis with a deep love for all things anime. From the old-school Yu Yu Hakusho to the eldritch horrors of Lord of the Mysteries, his knowledge spans decades and genres. When he’s not writing, he’s likely buried in webnovels, silently hoping his favorite ones get the anime adaptation they deserve.
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