Fantasy
Fantasy is a genre of fiction that uses magic and other supernatural phenomena as a primary element of plot, theme, or setting. Many works within the genre take place in fictional worlds where magic is common. Fantasy is generally distinguished from science fiction and horror by the expectation that it steers clear of (pseudo-)scientific and macabre themes, respectively, though there is a great deal of overlap between the three (which are subgenres of speculative fiction).
In popular culture, the genre of fantasy is dominated by its medievalist form, especially since the worldwide success of The Lord of the Rings books by J. R. R. Tolkien. In its broadest sense however, fantasy comprises works by many writers, artists, filmmakers, and musicians, from ancient myths and legends to many recent works embraced by a wide audience today.
Fantasy is a vibrant area of academic study in a number of disciplines (English, cultural studies, comparative literature, history, medieval studies). Work in this area ranges widely, from the structuralist theory of Tzvetan Todorov, which emphasizes the fantastic as a liminal space, to work on the connections (political, historical, literary) between medievalism and popular culture
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Tales of Zestiria the Cross
The Celestial Records speak of the existence of the “Seraphim,” a race of divine beings who give blessings to humanity and are offered prayers by them in return. Those who…
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Kekkai Sensen Ousama no Restaurant no Ousama
The Winter 2016 issue of Jump SQ.Crown magazine (pictured), which will go on sale on January 22, has announced that Yasuhiro Nightow’s supernatural action manga Kekkai Sensen (Blood Blockade Battlefront)…
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Katsute Kami Datta Kemono-tachi e
With the initiation of the Patrian civil war came the creation of half-beast, half-human soldiers—a development of the outnumbered Northerners in a desperate attempt to counter the overwhelming Southern forces.…
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Kekkai Sensen & Beyond
Three years ago, a gateway between Earth and the Beyond opened in New York City, trapping extradimensional creatures and humans alike in an impermeable bubble. After the city’s restoration, monsters,…
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Chiisana Eiyuu: Kani to Tamago to Toumei Ningen
Modest Heroes will consist of three shorts by three different directors: “Kanini & Kanino” (“Kanini to Kanino”) by Hiromasa Yonebayashi will be a 15-minute fantasy adventure story of two crab…
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Choujin Koukousei-tachi wa Isekai demo Yoyuu de Ikinuku you desu!
Seven Japanese high school students enjoy international renown for their remarkable talents. One day, these friends survive a plane crash only to find themselves in the medieval fantasy world of…
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Bungaku Shoujo Kyou no Oyatsu: Hatsukoi
Bungaku Shoujo Kyou no Oyatsu: Hatsukoi: Short episode bundled with the limited edition release of “Bungaku Shoujo” Minarai no, Shoushin.
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Yuri Kuma Arashi
In the past, humanoid bears coexisted with humans. However, a meteor shower that fell onto Earth had a strange effect on bears throughout the world: they suddenly became violent and…
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One Piece Movie 9: Episode of Chopper Plus – Fuyu ni Saku, Kiseki no Sakura
The movie is a retelling of the Drum Island arc with new music and animation. Vivi has been removed from the plot while both Nico Robin and Franky, who joined…
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One Piece Movie 8: Episode of Alabasta – Sabaku no Oujo to Kaizoku-tachi
A retelling of the Alabasta arc.
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One Piece Movie 7: Karakuri-jou no Mecha Kyohei
The Straw Hat crew salvages a treasure chest from a sinking wreck, inside which they find an old lady. To get the pirates to take her home, she promises them…
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One Piece Movie 6: Omatsuri Danshaku to Himitsu no Shima
“If you are a pirate among pirates among pirates among pirates, then gather your steadfast crew of friends and set sail for our island.” Upon finding an advertisement with these…
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One Piece Movie 5: Norowareta Seiken
Luffy and crew go to an island searching for a legendary sword, said to be the most expensive in the world. Soon attacking marines and beautiful maidens split the crew.…
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One Piece Movie 4: Dead End no Bouken
Luffy and crew arrive at the harbour of Anabaru. The local casino is holding a competition in which the winner will obtain a huge monetary reward if he reaches the…
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One Piece Movie 3: Chinjuu-jima no Chopper Oukoku
The crew comes upon Crown Island where the animals can talk and they makes Chopper their new king. But there are human hunters there also looking for the legendary horns…
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One Piece Movie 2: Nejimaki-jima no Daibouken
Informed by the Thief Brothers his ship has been stolen by the Trump Kyoudai (Trump Siblings) who have set up base on Clockwork Island. Monkey D. Luffy, Captain of the…
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One Piece Movie 1
Woonan is the legendary Great Gold Pirate, earning the nickname after accumulating about 1/3 of the gold available in the world. Even after his disappearance, the tales of his gold…
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Nagi no Asu kara (A Lull in the Sea)
Nagi no Asu kara Long ago, all humans lived beneath the sea. However, some people preferred the surface and abandoned living underwater permanently. As a consequence, they were stripped of…
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Shuffle! Memories
A recap of the Shuffle world, set ten years in the future. Gods, Demons, and Humans freely visit the other worlds as if traveling overseas, and romance is in the…
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Shuffle!
In present times, Gods and Demons coexist together with Humans after the door between each of these worlds had opened. Tsuchimi Rin is a normal young high school student attending…
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Touhou Niji Sousaku Doujin Anime Musou Kakyou
Welcome to the fascinating world of Gensokyo, in which youkai (A term for all sorts of spiritual creatures), animals and some humans live, completely separated from our world by a…
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Conception
On his high school graduation day, Itsuki’s cousin, Mahiru, tells him that she’s pregnant. Just then, a gate of light emerges and transports the two into the world of Granvania.…
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Yu☆Gi☆Oh!: Duel Monsters GX
Duel Academy, one of the most prestigious schools in Duel Monster’s history. There students learn the fundamentals of becoming not just duelists, but large business owners. Yuki Judai is a…
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Rokumon Tengai Mon Colle Knights
Two mad scientists, Professor Hiiragi and Count Collection, simultaneously manage to open a dream hole to an alternate world where myths are real, the Sixgate world. Professor Hiiragi recruits his…
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Shachou, Battle no Jikan Desu!
Long ago, a goddess descended from Heaven and blessed the desolate land of Gatepia. As a result, gigantic gates appeared, leading to dungeons abundant in “kirakuri,” crystals containing the energy…
