Ahmed Rehan Nasir

2 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Ahmed Rehan Nasir

Code's significance as a major villain in Boruto was overshadowed by the Shinju Clones. The Shinju Clones became the new central threat, surpassing Code in power and intrigue. Code's decline was inevitable due to shallow motivations and being outshined by more compelling antagonists. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations has introduced a number of new antagonistic threats, some that are unlike anything seen before in the franchise.

2 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Ahmed Rehan Nasir

One Piece is a staple within the shonen landscape, as it has arguably shaped much of the genre's themes and tropes. However, even as a major influence on the shonen genre, One Piece has managed to differentiate itself from its counterparts with a unique approach to its characterization, particularly the growth and development of its protagonists.

3 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Ahmed Rehan Nasir

Boruto introduces new powers like Shinjutsu that defy the original chakra-based power system in Naruto. The series breaks the original power system with divine beings and abilities that surpass human capabilities. Some argue the changes represent an evolution of the power system, similar to other shounen anime like Dragon Ball. The Naruto series' continuation in the form of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations has led to the franchise's power system evolving in a multitude of ways.

3 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Ahmed Rehan Nasir

Buster Call, touted as strongest Marine weapon, fails to deliver as expected. Lack of strategic planning makes Buster Call ineffective against real threats. New powers and threats introduced in One Piece overshadow Buster Call's impact. The World Government in One Piece is arguably one of the most extensive organizations in the history of anime.

4 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Ahmed Rehan Nasir

Naruto emphasized hard work over talent, showcasing underdog characters like Naruto and Rock Lee. Shippuden introduced a chosen one theme, undermining the series' original message of hard work triumphing. Naruto's lineage and reincarnation as Asura led to power-ups that undercut his growth through hard work. The Naruto series is laced with nuanced themes and profound subtexts, with one in particular that has been apparent from the very beginning of the series.