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I Decide!! Anime Characters to Smash or Pass!
In a rare moment of madness, build weights in on whether he thinks anime characters you suggest should Smash or Pass!
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Top 10 Heartwarming Moments In Precure
Hey everyone. Welcome to my first article for Magical Stage. My name is Rosie Sievers…
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Pierrot’s Magical Return: Magical Sisters LuluttoLilly and Tradition
Pierrot had a tradition of mahou shoujo that helped shape the genre during the 80s. LuluttoLilly marks a return with some new surprises!
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How We Got into Plot (And How to Get Out)
"The Plot" is often unhelpful for determining anime's worth. "BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE" shows there exist other important ways to adore it.
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Handing out the Crockery – What was the best anime in 2025?
Hello everyone, it’s time to bring out the bowls, pots and pans as I finally…
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Industry Anomalies and the Curious Existence of Studio add (スタジオアド)
Illustration by Shigeru Katou (加藤茂) When I was graciously asked to write an article for…
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“They Worked on That!?”: The Power of Stafflists
But taking that first step into the world of “who makes anime” is not only shockingly easier than ever; it’s also nourishing in a way that I couldn’t have anticipated.
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The Uncross-able Line: Android Sex and the Question of “Diet Hentai”
...who exactly is this meant for when actual hentai already exists in its abundance?
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Mitsuru Aoyama: The 8:30 Man
Hello everyone, it’s been a while but I’m back from the abyss to bring you an article celebrating an animator that I really, really like. Mitsuru Aoyama. He's pretty cool you know!
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How Anime Creates Community
I'm Ian/Nia, and this is my first article! Here, I'll be talking about what led to me loving anime, and finding a place in the world where I could truly belong.