Why You Are A Weeb

Do you like beautifully illustrated storylines that capture the essence of humanity through poignancy, action, mystery, and/or virtually any other theme you could think of?

If you chose yes, congratulations, you are a weeb!

If you chose no, it seems you don’t understand the question and mean to choose yes, in which case, congratulations, you are a weeb!

The term weeb derives form the Greek, weeaboo, roughly translating to, western person who is obsessed with Japanese culture, especially anime, often regarding it as superior to all other cultures. (dictionary.com)

As for the superiority to all other cultures, humanity is one and inherently equal. With regard to entertainment in media, on the other hand, Anime is of top tier form, and dare I say, superior to most standards of visual entertainment.

Still don’t believe me?

I was once like you, floating in the lukewarm kiddie pool of mainstream media. I was content, for I knew nothing else. It was a blind man’s paradise. However, it wasn't until quarantine that I realized, I didn’t have to be blind any longer. For every kiddie pool of mediocre media, there is a tremendous ocean of transcendent anime wonder. This isn’t saying all non-anime media is confined to inferiority. There are many mainstream shows and films that I hold as some of the best humanity has to offer. I am merely pointing at the injustice of overlooking an entire sea of boundless bliss.

Perhaps it’s a product of ego. You think you are too good for anime. Is that it? Well I have news for you, you aren’t. No one is. We are all bound under the King’s throne, and joyfully so.

Below I have compiled a user friendly list of anime transitions suited for you and your respective tastes.

Thank me later.

If you like: The Umbrella Academy

You’ll love: Hunter X Hunter

This complex shonen shares an unbreakable bond, astute superhuman combat, and utterly perfect character building, making Hunter X Hunter an all around masterpiece.

If you like: The Mandalorian

You’ll love: Cowboy Bebop

This highly acclaimed for space western is enveloped in an old jazzy score and unforgettable dialogue making it an anime classic.

If you like: Criminal Minds

You’ll love: Monster

Monster is a mind bending work of art, as the viewer is forced to question the ethics behind saving a life.

If you like: Gone Girl

You’ll love: Erased

Erased has no hesitations when it comes to playing with the loss of an innocent life and the drive behind someone who could turn back time.

If you like: Lucifer

You’ll love: The Devil is a Part-Timer!

The Devil is a Part-Timer! is a fun and quirky comedy, spotlighting one's potentiality for change, even the devil's!

If you like: A Star is Born

You’ll love: Your Lie in April

This vibrant anime is filled with breathtaking music, relationships, and backstories that will touch your heart (and violin) strings.

If you like: Get Out

You’ll love: The Promised Neverland

In The Promised Neverland's eerie and methodical premise, things are not as they seem.

If you like: Gossip Girl

You’ll love: Toradora

Toradora is a slice of life that fully satisfies the viewer with a proper dose of romance and comedy, drawing you in at every crush.

If you like: Supernatural

You’ll love: Demon Slayer

Demon Slayer's greatest feat is in its ability to encapsulate the painfully unbreakable love behind siblings, making it a heartfelt and honest shonen.

If you like: Game of Thrones

You’ll love: Attack on Titan

Attack on Titan is an epic and binge worthy post-apocalyptic anime, with plot-twist a plenty.

And if you have a pulse, Death Note is for you!

Now, be free my lovely weeaboo. Be free!