anime

noun

an·i·me | \ ˈa-nə-ˌmā

Definition of anime

: a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes

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But its tonal balance of airy anime and war drama feels sharper than ever. — Steven Strom, Ars Technica, "Valkyria Chronicles 4 review: Same as it ever was," 21 Sep. 2018 First, like the game, this fork of the Pokemon universe appears to exist outside the collect-'em-all series' game and anime entries. — Sam Machkovech, Ars Technica, "A new “fuzzy Pikachu” debate headlines a trailer-filled Monday," 13 Nov. 2018 The exhibition closes on a pop-culture note, paying tribute to manga comic books, anime movies, Japanese youth culture and their influence on younger designers. — Susan Delson, WSJ, "Kimonos Meet Couture," 12 Oct. 2018 World of Warships has already added crossover play with Japanese anime show High School Fleet and steampunk-style ships in hopes of adding to the population. — Gordon Mah Ung, PCWorld, "World of Warships dives deep for new players, adding submarines to popular naval combat game," 18 Sep. 2018 Short, crisp, five-letter names that contain references to early anime, Twitch streams, and company values. — Shannon Liao, The Verge, "Now that the crowd is here, the fun can begin in MapleStory 2," 4 Nov. 2018 Modern movements Contemporary artists still work in forms such as painting and kabuki, but today, manga and anime animation forms are wildly popular across continents and generations. — The Seattle Times, "From ancient to post-modern: Get art smart in Tokyo," 22 Oct. 2018 The event will round out with its signature cosplay fashion show — where attendees dressed as their favorite (G-rated) comic, anime or action hero character, can walk the runway. — Emily Bloch, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Teen comic convention returns in Davie," 13 July 2018 The group’s next events include an anime convention June 1 through 3 at the Sheraton Mission Valley and a Gaslight Steampunk Expo in October in Mission Valley. — David Garrick, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Costume makers converge on San Diego for convention of creativity," 14 May 2018

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