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Season 1

  • S01E01 Dragon Ball Perfected Fighting

    • December 13, 2018
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    What do you think is the best fight scene?

  • S01E02 The Importance of Waiting (Dragon Ball)

    • December 21, 2018
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  • S01E03 Son Goku: The Misunderstood Character

    • January 31, 2019
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    For those that think I'm making a case that Goku can't be criticised, I'm not. I'm simply arguing that using his lack of "development" as a reason to not like him is a poor one considering how many great characters have that same arc. You are perfectly entitled to not like Goku.

  • S01E04 Vegeta: Perfecting Anti-Heroes

    • February 7, 2019
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    I hope you enjoyed this weeks video! Don't forget to leave a like or dislike on the video! It really does help :)

  • S01E05 Broly: The Missing Ingredient

    • February 21, 2019
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    Don't forget to leave a like or dislike! Let me know your your thoughts on Super!

  • S01E06 Freeza: The Unsympathetic Villain

    • February 28, 2019
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    Don't forget to let a like or dislike! It really helps! :) Which villain in Dragon Ball do you think was the best?

  • S01E07 Son Gohan: The Forgotten Character

    • March 14, 2019
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    Don't foget to leave a like or dislike on this video! It really helps :)

  • S01E08 Jiren: The Terrible Antagonist

    • March 21, 2019
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    Don't forget to leave a like or dislike on the video! It really does help :) I'm specifically referring to the anime's interpretation of Jiren in this video. And if you enjoyed him, I'm happy :) Im not saying one can't enjoy his character.

  • S01E09 Majin Buu: The Mishandled Mess

    • April 4, 2019
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    Don't forget to leave a like or dislike! What do you think about the Buu arc?

  • S01E10 One Punch Man: Redefining Heroism

    • April 18, 2019
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    What do you think of Season 2?

  • S01E11 Trunks: The Wounded Character

    • April 25, 2019
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  • S01E12 Goku Black: The Narrative Nightmare

    • May 2, 2019
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  • S01E13 Zamasu: Turning Characters Evil

    • May 30, 2019
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  • S01E14 How to introduce your Villain

    • June 13, 2019
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  • S01E15 The Genius of Attack on Titan

    • July 11, 2019
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  • S01E16 Piccolo: The Humiliated Character

    • July 18, 2019
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  • S01E17 Rewriting the Buu Saga

    • August 8, 2019
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    I love Dragon Ball Z and have fond memories of the Buu saga but in recent years I've come to the conclusion that I think it could be made shorter and have a few moments changed up here and there. Like Giving Gohan a leading role and making fusion actually matter! So I thought I'd try my hand at it. It might end up being closer to Dragon Ball Heroes than Dragon Ball Z but at least I gave it a go!

  • S01E18 Rewriting the Buu Saga (FINALE)

    • August 15, 2019
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    The ending of this fun trip down the Majin Buu saga of Dragon Ball Z. This was a fun rewrite. I had to glaze over a few things and really hit the major sign posts, but I think this would be a fun watch :) Or at the very least a fun episode of Dragon Ball Heroes. Gohan is a fantastic character and was so much fun to work with while having Goku as the support character.

  • S01E19 Moro: The Troubled Chapters

    • September 5, 2019
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    Toyotaro and his Dragon Ball Super manga has been really interesting as of late. Moro is an interesting character and it sure beats watching Dragon Ball Heroes for the 10th time. So let's take an early look at the latest chapters from Akira Toriyama and Toyotaro's Dragon Ball Super! Starring: Goku, Vegeta, Majin Buu, Moro and Merus.

  • S01E20 Bulma: The Female Character

    • October 10, 2019
    • YouTube

    Bulma is one of the most iconic female characters in Dragon Ball, anime and pop culture across the globe. Despite sharing the spotlight with Goku, Vegeta, Gohan and a host of other compelling characters... She never has had trouble standing out. Today I am taking a deep dive into her character, it's utility within the story and what troubles she faces in the industry. This is the anatomy of anime and we are discussing BULMA!

  • S01E21 Bakugo: POWER vs HEART (My Hero Academia)

    • November 7, 2019
    • YouTube

    Since My Hero Academia is back for it's 4th Season, I thought it fitting to start talking about some of their characters. Bakugo is one of my favourites and he's a perfect fit for The Anatomy of Anime series I'm making! Sit back and relax as I explain what makes Katsuki Bakugo tick!

  • S01E22 Beerus: The Problem Character

    • November 14, 2019
    • YouTube

    Lord Beerus the Destroyer is one of the most recognizable characters introduced to modern Dragon Ball. This week we add a chapter to the anatomy of anime extensively covering the role Beerus fills within the Dragon Ball world. Is he a good character? Or is he another reason for people to dislike Super? Odds are it's much more nuanced than that! Let's dive in!

  • S01E23 Whis: The Defective Mentor

    • November 21, 2019
    • YouTube

    In this installment of the anatomy of anime we are taking an in depth look at one of Dragon Ball's most celebrated modern characters. Whis the angel of the 7th universe. WE will take a look at what makes a great mentor character from Dragon Ball to Dragon Ball Z and apply that to Whis and beyond. Sit back and enjoy!

  • S01E24 Goku isn't Overconfident

    • November 28, 2019
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    Toei Animation and Akira Toriyama have moved forward with this notion that Son Goku is a clear example of an overconfident character. I have never agreed with this and I've always thought of that particular trait as something closer to Vegeta. So today we will be diving head first into the lore of Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Super, while extracting a quote from Resurrection F. Sit back and relax Totally Not Mark's Anatomy of Anime!

  • S01E25 Vegeta: Super's Boring Sequel

    • January 16, 2020
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    Dragon Ball Super is often compared to Dragon Ball Z in a lot of negative ways. So today I want to take an in depth look at how Vegeta's character was handled throughout the series and how it's handling changed during Dragon ball Super's run in the modern era. I may or may not also be avoiding my responsibilities in reviewing Dragon Ball GT and Dragon Ball Heroes.

  • S01E26 Problems with Power Levels

    • March 12, 2020
    • YouTube

    Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT and Dragon Ball Super (maybe even Dragon Ball Heroes) have all created a foundation for themselves based entirely on combat, fighting and conflict. Very early in the Dragon Ball Z story, through characters like Vegeta, Raditz and Freeza... Power Levels became integrated into the story in a very literal way. Today on the Anatomy of Anime we discuss power levels and why there might be some misunderstandings surrounding what they mean and why a sense of power level is extremely important within a battle story like Dragon Ball, One Punch Man and pretty much all action battle stories. It's not just about Ultra Instinct, Super Saiyans or Gods... Today we are discussing all things power level related.

  • S01E27 Dragon Ball GT vs Dragon Ball Super (Review)

    • April 30, 2020
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    Over the last number of months I've dedicated most of my time to reviewing Dragon Ball GT and Dragon Ball Super. And today I will be delivering my final verdict on the two series. So sit back, relax and enjoy my thoughts on these two series and my final reveal of which series I believe is better. Ultra Instinct vs Super Saiyan 4, Kid Goku vs Super Goku, GT vs Super!!! LET'S DO IT!!!

  • S01E28 Fixing Dragon Ball Super's BAD Artwork | EPISODE ONE

    • May 7, 2020
    • YouTube

    Dragon Ball Super has had some bad animation throughout the years, but I'm sure you're all aware of that. Today myself, anime ajay and trev are gonna correct some of Super's worst artwork into the styles of the animators that worked on the show. We will be correcting some Goku's, Freeza's, Gohan and Vegeta. I'm very excited to share this with you! This might not be Dragon ball Z but it's Dragon Ball Super perhaps how it might have looked had the circumstances been different :)

  • S01E29 Fixing Dragon Ball Super's BAD Artwork | EPISODE TWO

    • May 14, 2020
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    EPISODE TWO!!!! Dragon Ball Super has had some bad animation throughout the years, but I'm sure you're all aware of that. Today myself, anime ajay and trev are gonna correct some of Super's worst artwork into the style of Tadayoshi Yamamuro all the while explaining how exactly Super was as rushed as it was. We will be correcting some Goku's, Freeza's, Gohan and Piccolo's. I'm very excited to share this with you! This might not be Dragon ball Z but it's Dragon Ball Super perhaps how it might have looked had the circumstances been different :)

  • S01E30 Adult Gohan: The Hollow Character

    • March 18, 2021
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    Adult Gohan is an exceptionally controversial character in modern Dragon Ball Super. He's had his ups and downs throughout the series but unfortunately has suffered more downs than up. At least in my estimation. With characters like Goku and Vegeta getting the spotlight and the time to explore their characters and arcs. Join me today in this nostalgic look back through the anatomy of anime as I tackle one of the criticisms lobbed against me. Was I being unfair to Adult Gohan? Let's see! I'm Totally Not Mark and let's dive right in! MUSIC USED: -Acta Deos Numquam Mortalia Fallunt (Elessar) -Genkidama Theme (Pokemixr92) -Bonus Room Blitz (DKC) -Jiren's Theme (Pokemixr92) -Desperate Assault (Pokemixr92) -Final Hope (Pokemixr92) -Vegito VS Zamasu (Pokemixr92) -Ultra Instinct Theme (Pokemixr92) -Hollow (LittleV Cover)

  • S01E31 Transforming Dragon Ball Super into Dragon Ball Z | EPISODE #1

    • September 16, 2021
    • YouTube

    Dragon Ball Super has had some bad animation throughout the years, but I'm sure you're all aware of that. But have you thought about how the artstyle and colours play into the vibe? Myself, Editor San, Anime Ajay and Trev are gonna transform some of Super's best artwork into the style of Dragon Ball Z's best. We will be changing some Goku's, Freeza's, Gohan and Ultra Instinct. I'm very excited to share this with you! This might not be Dragon ball Z but it's Dragon Ball Super perhaps how it might have looked had the circumstances been different :)

  • S01E32 Transforming Dragon Ball Super into Dragon Ball Z | EPISODE #2

    • September 23, 2021
    • YouTube

    Dragon Ball Super has had some bad animation throughout the years, but I'm sure you're all aware of that. But have you thought about how the artstyle and colours play into the vibe? Myself, Editor San, Anime Ajay and Trev are gonna transform some of Super's best artwork into the style of Dragon Ball Z's best. We will be changing some Goku's, Freeza's, Gohan and Ultra Instinct. I'm very excited to share this with you! This might not be Dragon ball Z but it's Dragon Ball Super perhaps how it might have looked had the circumstances been different :)

  • S01E33 The Genius of LUFFY

    • January 29, 2024
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  • S01E34 The Hidden Depth of ZORO

    • February 10, 2024
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  • S01E35 The Importance of NAMI

    • March 2, 2024
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  • S01E36 What USOPP is Missing

    • March 16, 2024
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  • S01E37 The Secret Ingredient to SANJI

    • April 2, 2024
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