Character Studies

In-depth character studies exploring profiles, emotional journeys, and thematic breakdowns of anime characters across genres. These posts explore motivations, growth arcs, archetypes, and the little details that make your favourite characters feel so real. Whether you’re revelling in character or dissecting their flaws, this is the place to dive deep!

  • Akame, a Deadly Assassin

    Akame, a Deadly Assassin

    This post is a simple look at who Akame was as a character in the anime, Akame Ga Kill. I have kept the character break down spoiler-free as I can.

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    2–4 minutes
  • 4 One Piece Ships I Adore [27/30]

    4 One Piece Ships I Adore [27/30]

    Shipping characters in anime has become a fun thing that I adore. As such, One Piece has not escaped this habit I have developed. Some of the ‘ships’ that I adore have been from finds on Google, conversations and the rest have developed through my own interest in the characters.

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    1–2 minutes
  • Shukaku, the One Tailed Beast

    Shukaku, the One Tailed Beast

    Shukaku is the one tailed bijuu in the anime Naruto, Naruto Shippuden and later in Boruto. Shukaku is introduced in the 135 manga chapter and episode 78. It was believed that he was the vengeful spirit of an old monk that had been sealed within a tea kettle. Of all of the tailed beast he…

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    2–3 minutes
  • Tatsumi, an Innocent and Passionate Assassin

    Tatsumi, an Innocent and Passionate Assassin

    This post is a simple look at who Tatsumi was as a character in the anime, Akame Ga Kill. I have kept the character break down as spoiler-free as I could.

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    2–3 minutes
  • Susanoo, Aid to Night Raid

    Susanoo, Aid to Night Raid

    I do not know of a single person who did not like Susanoo. All I know is , he is the Teigu I wish I could have. Here is a quick character breakdown (^w^)

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    1–2 minutes
  • Najenda, the Assassin Boss

    Najenda, the Assassin Boss

    As the boss of the assassin organisation, Night Raid, she has proved herself to be quite sharp-minded and a skilled tactician. She is able to keep a level-head due to her nature as well as her previous experience on the battlefield.

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    2–3 minutes

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