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Cedric Han

Anime and Manga Expert

Cedric Han is an anime and manga expert based in Los Angeles, CA. For the past 4 years, Cedric has been an anime-based content creator delving into the deeper moral, psychological, and cultural influences of anime. From examining hidden political commentary to highlighting queer characters across the medium, Cedric shares his insightful analysis with more than 400k followers across platforms.

Education

  • BS, Communication, UC San Diego

Professional Achievements

  • Currently has over 400,000 followers/subscribers across major social media platforms

Favorite Piece of Advice

People always ask me what anime to start with, but the better question is always what kind of shows you like outside of anime! Anime itself is more of a medium than a genre, so think about the type of shows you like and try to find something similar as you get into the world of anime.

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Forum Comments (3)

What are the best anime ships in your opinion?
One of the most famous ones is Sasunaru, which is Naruto and Sasuke from Naruto. That one stems from the way those two characters talked about each other. They were trying to portray a brotherly bond, but the way it was presented led a lot of people to ship them.

Geto and Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen are another example for a similar reason. They tried to do the brotherly bond thing, but that one is also very boys' love-coded. This one might be the author, because the author has read boys' love manga, which is gay romance, and some people think he took the tropes from that genre and incorporated them into these characters.

For Bleach, people were shipping the main characters Ichigo and Rukia. And in this case, the characters didn’t get together in the end, and people were burning their manga because they were so upset about it. I would definitely call this one a crazy level type of ship.

There are some others that are canon, like Inuyasha and Kagome from InuYasha and Ataru and Lum from Urusei Yatsura.

In One Piece, people like to ship Zoro and Sanji. They are two of the strongest male characters in Luffy’s crew, and they have a strong rivalry throughout the series. Everyone's like, "God, just kiss already, for goodness sake."

Then finally, one that is half video game, half anime is from a series called Ace Attorney. The main characters, Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth, are a very popular ship, I'd say.
What are your favorite Attack on Titan quotes?
When Eren says to his dad, "On your feet, Dad.", while he’s on his knees second-guessing himself, that’s a powerful moment that has stuck with people.

Another iconic line from Eren is when he screams "Damn you, you traitors!" when you find out that Reiner and Bertholdt are actually the villains.

"My soldiers scream out, my soldiers rage!" is a very, very famous line from Erwin as he’s leading a suicide mission.

Then the character Levi just screams, "Kenny!" because the character Kenny killed a bunch of people, and that’s become pretty iconic.
What is your favorite Studio Ghibli film?
There's one really, really sad one called Grave of the Fireflies, which is one of my favorites. I also love Howl's Moving Castle and Kiki's Delivery Service.

Co-authored Articles (16)

All About Class 1-A: Quirks, Hero Names, & More

Plus, learn about Class 1-A’s teachersClass 1-A is the homeroom for many fan-favorite ''My Hero Academia'' characters, including Deku, Bakugo, and Todoroki. But how much do you actually know about the other 1-A student...

All Clans in JJK Explained: Members, Techniques & More

Anime expert Cedric Han explains the strongest clans & how they’ve influenced jujutsu history''Jujutsu Kaisen’s'' world is full of special sorcerers and powerful clans, with the Big 3 families sitting at the top of t...

The 22 Best Blue-Haired Anime Characters

Anime expert Cedric Han discusses some of the most popular blue-haired charactersBlue-haired characters are some of the most iconic in anime, with their blue tresses often representing how unique they are as protagonists...

How to Watch the Initial D Anime in Order

Anime & manga expert Cedric Han explains the best order for watching Initial D''Initial D'' is a cult classic street racing anime that debuted in 1998. Since the franchise has continued releasing content into the 2020s, ...

30+ Popular Gender Bender & Body Swap Anime

Anime & manga expert Cedric Han shares his favorite body swap anime recGender bender anime features characters whose gender is swapped, transformed, or presented differently than usual. While this usually involves boys t...

24 Strongest Characters in Bleach (& Their Powers)

Learn which character sits at the top of the Bleach food chainAs one of the big 3 anime, ''Bleach'' has a deep, complex roster of powerful characters. From genius madhouses like Sousuke Aizen to protective prodigies like...

How to Watch Legend of the Galactic Heroes in Order

Plus, whether you should watch the remake''Legend of the Galactic Heroes'' is an underrated space opera anime that deserves more hype. And if you’re ready to dive into this critically acclaimed franchise, you’ve come...

How to Watch One Punch Man in Order: A Complete Guide

Anime & Manga Expert Cedric Han explains the best way to watch this popular seriesWant to start watching the fun action-comedy anime series ''One Punch Man''? Whether you’re new to the series, ready to pick it back up,...

How to Watch “Higurashi: When They Cry” In Order

Learn where to watch the anime and if you should read the novels''Higurashi: When They Cry'' (known as ''Higurashi no Naku Koro ni'' in Japanese; literally “When the Cicadas Cry”) is a horror, murder-mystery anime se...

How to Stream Free Anime: Site Suggestions & Safety Tips

Anime & Manga Expert Cedric Han explains how to watch anime online without a subscription Are you looking for a place to watch anime for free online? Many popular streaming services—such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Pr...

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Family Tree, Explained

Learn how all the JoJos are related in the main & Steel Ball timelines''JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure'' follows the unique and fantastical personal journeys of various members of the Joestar family who all go by the nicknam...

The Best Underrated Anime Perfect for Your Next Watch

Anime expert Cedric Han shares his favorite hidden-gem animeHave you ever found an anime you adored, but no one talked about it? We wanted to round up the best hidden gems in the anime fandom so everyone can share the lo...

13 Safe Christian Anime (& Where to Watch Them)

Find out what makes certain anime safe to watch for ChristiansAlthough anime is a popular medium, finding an anime that aligns with Christian values can feel difficult. Luckily, there are plenty of fun, lighthearted anim...

What Is Monkey D. Luffy’s Gear 5 in One Piece?

Anime & Manga Expert Cedric Han explains Luffy’s unique Gear 5 powers Monkey D. Luffy in his plain old straw hat-wearing form is powerful enough—and in Gear 5, he’s an incredible force to be reckoned with! Luffy is...

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Cast + Fan Reactions

Plus, learn what fans have to say about the cast of Infinity Castle''Demon Slayer'' is widely known as one of the Big 3 of anime, and many fans are dying to know more about the cast of the iconic series. In this article,...

30+ Best Anime About Food & Cooking

Anime expert Eunice Ibama shares anime that will make your stomach growlAdmit it: we’ve all wanted to try cartoon food before. And anime food often looks even better than Western animated food. Whether you love to cook...