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The creator of Gundam is clear about what his next project will be: one in which humanity is the enemy

Yoshiyuki Tomino, the creator of the iconic Gundam franchise, has revealed his intention to tell a new story centered on human conflict, but notably, without traditional enemies. In a recent interview with NHK, Tomino expressed his desire to show how true adversity could lie within humanity itself. “I desperately want to tell a story about conflict… Perhaps humanity, which inhabits the Earth, is the enemy,” he stated, suggesting an innovative narrative approach that could explore the moral complexity behind wars. Perhaps if we are the bad guys, we will finally understand that war is not cool Although Gundam […]

Yoshiyuki Tomino, the creator of the iconic Gundam franchise, has revealed his intention to tell a new story centered on human conflict, but notably, without traditional enemies. In a recent interview with NHK, Tomino expressed his desire to show how true adversity might lie within humanity itself. “I desperately want to tell a story about conflict… Perhaps humanity, which inhabits the Earth, is the enemy,” he stated, suggesting an innovative narrative approach that could explore the moral complexity behind wars.

Maybe if we are the bad guys we will finally understand that war is not cool

Although Gundam has had a significant cultural and commercial impact, with revenues nearing 967 million dollars in 2023, Tomino expressed concern about how the public consumes his stories. The creator noted that many viewers focus more on modeling and merchandising than on the deep themes that the series offers. “It’s surprisingly easy how people park their thinking,” he commented, adding that he hopes his stories inspire reflection beyond mere visual enjoyment.

Tomino also reflected on his role as a narrator, noting that he has been looking for someone who can interpret and communicate his more complex messages with greater clarity. “For the past twenty years, I have tried to find someone who can interpret them and teach them to the world,” he said, expressing his desire for the Gundam saga to continue generating meaningful conversations.

For those who wish to delve into the Gundam universe, Tomino recommends starting with GQuuuuuuX, currently available on Prime Video. This series is not only an introduction to the long-standing saga but also reflects the richness and complexity of the Gundam world, where the boundaries between good and evil are often blurred.

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The creator of Gundam is working on a new anime that breaks with what he has done so far

Yoshiyuki Tomino, the renowned director behind the iconic ‘Gundam’ franchise, is currently working on a new anime project that promises to surprise his followers. In a recent interview with NHK, on the occasion of the commemoration of the end of World War II, Tomino reflected on the impact that the war conflict has had on his life and professional career, especially in his work ‘Gundam’. Redefining war Traditionally, ‘Gundam’ has explored the horrors and complexities of war through its stories, but Tomino suggests that his upcoming anime will abandon the typical narrative structure […]

Yoshiyuki Tomino, the renowned director behind the iconic ‘Gundam’ franchise, is currently working on a new anime project that promises to surprise his fans. In a recent interview with NHK, on the occasion of the commemoration of the end of World War II, Tomino reflected on the impact that the war conflict has had on his life and professional career, especially in his work ‘Gundam’.

Redefining War

Traditionally, ‘Gundam’ has explored the horrors and complexities of war through its stories, but Tomino suggests that his upcoming anime will abandon the typical narrative structure that presents a clear and definable enemy. Instead, he raises the possibility that humanity itself may become the true villain of the plot. This conceptual transformation reflects his perception of the changes in war and society over the past few decades.

Despite his undeniable legacy in the field of war anime, Tomino feels somewhat disenchanted by the way fans consume the stories of ‘Gundam’. According to him, many viewers focus on the visual and spectacular aspects, while ignoring the deep and critical themes that the series addresses. This frustration seems to have led him to a turning point, where he seeks to redefine what it means to create a meaningful narrative in the contemporary context.

Both the impact of the war on his works and his new narrative approach promise to offer fans a different experience that, while it may not align with traditional expectations, aims to provoke a deeper reflection on human nature and history itself. What is clear is that the director has not given up and continues to seek ways to challenge and move his audience.

The ending of Attack on Titan has a date, and it’s earlier than expected

Attack on Titan is one of the most important series in recent years, but it still did not have a date for its end, until now; and it’s very soon.

There is no greater mass phenomenon in modern anime than Attack on Titan. No other anime has managed to break the barrier between the most hardcore fans of the medium and pop culture as Isayama’s work has done. That’s why the end of the anime is eagerly anticipated with a mix of excitement and fear. These final episodes will be a generational event, and on top of it all, we don’t have a release date. Just an approximate timeframe. Until now.

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We knew that their goal was to release the final episodes of the series at some point in the fall of 2023. This means that their release window would extend from early October to late December, without a specific date. It wasn’t even certain that they would be able to meet this timeframe with absolute certainty, as other delays or issues could arise during the production of the finale. But now, a specific date has been confirmed. Attack on Titan: The Final Season Part 3 (Part 2) will premiere on November 4th.

This is great news because the series has experienced a significant delay. Originally scheduled to air earlier in the year, various issues on the part of MAPPA, the studio responsible for the anime, forced them to postpone the release of the highly anticipated anime finale.

While the series will be broadcast on television only in Japan, via the NHK channel, viewers worldwide will be able to watch it through Crunchyroll, just like the rest of the series. This means that there will be no reason for anyone to miss the conclusion of this anime that has left a mark on an era. And, at last, we now know when we can start watching the beginning of its end.

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