Comedy & Slice of life
"To Be Hero" (凸变英雄, Tu Bian Ying Xiong) is a Chinese Japanese animated series released in 2016. It's a comedic and action-packed parody that mixes superhero tropes with crude humor, while also touching on deeper themes of family and responsibility. The show is known for its wild, over-the-top style and surprising emotional moments.
Ossan (The Hero): A toilet seat designer who becomes a superhero after being sucked into another dimension. He gains superhuman strength and abilities but loses his good looks, transforming into a slovenly middle-aged man. Despite his initially selfish and lazy nature, Ossan's character grows as he tries to reconnect with his daughter and understand what it truly means to be a hero.
Min-chan:Ossan’s responsible and mature teenage daughter. She is frustrated with her father’s behavior, often acting as the caretaker of the household. As the series progresses, her relationship with Ossan becomes central to the emotional core of the story.
Yamada-san: Ossan’s neighbor, who often finds herself caught in the absurd situations created by Ossan’s transformation and superhero battles. She provides some comic relief and a subplot of her own.
The Aliens: The alien invaders are the main antagonists of the series, constantly threatening Earth and requiring Ossan to defend the planet. Their designs and motivations are often absurd and exaggerated, fitting the comedic tone of the show.
"My Three-Body" (Wo de Santi) is a Chinese donghua (animated series) that serves as a humorous parody of the Three-Body Problem (San Ti), a hard science fiction novel by Liu Cixin. While the original Three-Body Problem is known for its complex and serious exploration of science, physics, and extraterrestrial contact, "My Three-Body" takes a lighthearted approach by blending comedic elements with science fiction. "My Three-Body" (Wo de Santi) is a unique and entertaining donghua that brings a comedic twist to the serious and complex themes of the Three-Body Problem.
Trisolarans: The Trisolarans are the alien race from the planet Trisolaris. They are portrayed as highly intelligent but clueless about human emotions and culture, leading to a series of comical interactions when they attempt to understand humanity or infiltrate Earth.
Human Characters: In contrast to the Trisolarans, human characters in the series are depicted as emotional, chaotic, and often confused by the advanced but strange actions of the aliens.
"Ani ni Tsukeru Kusuri wa Nai!" (also known as "Please Take My Brother Away!") is a Chinese-Japanese co-produced comedy donghua that focuses on the hilarious and often chaotic sibling relationship between a brother and sister. Based on a Chinese webcomic by You Ling (尤林), this slice-of-life series blends humor with the everyday antics of the siblings as they navigate school life, friendship, and family.
Shi Miao: Shi Miao is the younger sister who is often exasperated by her brother's antics. She is responsible, tough, and quick-tempered, frequently beating up her brother when he gets on her nerves. However, despite her frustrations, she deeply cares for him and always looks out for him in her own way.
Shi Fen: The older brother, Shi Fen, is mischievous, lazy, and a bit of a troublemaker. He loves teasing his sister and often finds ways to avoid responsibility, whether it’s in school or at home. Despite his carefree attitude, he is surprisingly caring and will go to great lengths to protect his sister when the situation calls for it.
Kai Xin: Kai Xin is Shi Fen’s best friend and partner in crime. He often gets involved in Shi Fen’s antics, adding more humor and confusion to the situations.
Miaomiao: Shi Miao’s best friend, Miaomiao is a calm and level-headed character who often provides support and advice to Shi Miao. She contrasts with Shi Miao’s fiery personality, serving as the rational one in their friendship.