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 There was a time, before mass streaming, when a single girl with a yellow ribbon in her hair ruled the otaku world uncontested. However, the spectacular downfall of Haruhi Suzumiya is a brutal reminder that in this industry no one has a guaranteed throne. What in 2006 was a cultural phenomenon capable of surpassing giants like Dragon Ball and Naruto in popularity polls is today a franchise struggling not to be just a footnote in anime history.

Kyoto Animation’s adaptation not only gave us the legendary “Hare Hare Yukai” dance, but it defined the identity of the 2000s. But how did it go from being the undisputed “Goddess” to disappearing off the map for more than a decade? The answer is a mix of disastrous creative decisions and a community that did not forgive.

“The Endless August” and the public shaming of Aya Hirano

The first nail in the coffin was, ironically, overblown ambition. The second season brought with it the infamous “Endless August” arc (Endless Eight). The idea was to portray a two-week time loop repeated more than 15,000 times. The result? KyoAni animated and aired the same episode eight times in a row with minimal changes.

What was meant to be an immersive experience felt like the biggest “troll” in history, infuriating fans who were expecting new content. On top of that came a “stealth” broadcast that mixed old and new episodes without warning, confusing casual viewers.

But the coup de grâce came from the real world:

The Aya Hirano scandal: In 2011, the voice of Haruhi (and a superstar at the time) faced massive public shaming after details of her sexual and romantic life were revealed.

Toxic reaction: Fans, unable to separate the actress from the character, burned merchandise and boycotted the franchise, forcing Hirano to temporarily withdraw from the public eye.

 The Epic Games multiverse is about to become much more “stellar.” In a move that brings together two of the biggest titans in today’s industry, HoYoverse has confirmed that its hit space-fantasy RPG, Honkai: Star Rail, will cross paths with Fortnite. This is no minor collaboration. The legendary Stellaron Hunters, Kafka and Blade, will step away from chasing destiny aboard the Astral Express to leap from the Battle Bus instead. Starting on February 26, 2026, players will be able to experience the lethal elegance of these characters in an environment where firearms and building rule the game. 

The authority of this collaboration lies in the narrative importance of the chosen characters. Kafka and Blade are not just additional “skins”; they represent one of the most mysterious and beloved factions in Honkai: Star Rail.

Kafka is a woman who knows no fear, whose unsettling calm and mastery of weapons make her a perfect addition to the intensity of Fortnite. Blade, meanwhile, is an immortal swordsman whose constant regeneration and pain-forged past promise to deliver a visually striking style—especially with his signature crimson bandages.

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Both outfits have been recreated with meticulous respect for HoYoverse’s original art style, ensuring a flawless transition into Epic’s engine.

From a user-experience perspective, this collaboration aims to integrate both universes in a deep way, offering content across multiple game modes within the Fortnite platform.

How to get Blade for free?

To ensure the reliability of your progress in this event, it’s vital to pay close attention to the launch conditions on February 26. Epic Games and HoYoverse have prepared a special incentive for new players.

 An extraordinary series of concerts based on one of the most popular Japanese anime and manga franchises of all time will arrive in Mexico. This event is designed to immerse the audience in a musical celebration of the captivating world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, which boasts an immense global fan base and has swept the world.

The iconic soundtrack of Demon Slayer: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc will come to life on stage thanks to an impressive 18-piece live band, while the series’ most unforgettable scenes are projected on a full-size movie screen.

Presentations in Mexico:

Mexico City: National Auditorium | 8:30 p.m.

Zapopan, Jalisco: Telmex Auditorium | 6:30 p.m.

Dates / Termine: 29. und 30. November 2025 

Location / Ort: Messe Stuttgart

General Admission / Allgemeiner Eintritt: 

https://shop.paylogic.com/7904e12eb0bc47e5a387412e13bfb7fa/tagestickets

OFFIZIELLE WEBSITE: 

https://www.facebook.com/ccon.comicconstuttgart

https://www.comiccon.de/

Dates / วันที่: December 21, 2025 - 21 ธันวาคม 2568

Location  / สถานที่: Krungthep Aphiwat Central Terminal 

General Admission / ค่าเข้าชมทั่วไป: 

OFFICIAL WEBSITE / เว็บไซต์อย่างเป็นทางการ:  

https://www.facebook.com/CosNatsu

Dates: November 16

Location: SM Mall Of Asia Arena

General Admission: https://smtickets.com/events/view/15189

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: 

https://mikuexpo.com

Dates / Tarikh:  10 -12 October 2025

Location / Lokasi: Main Concourse, GF, Sunway Putra Mall

General Admission / Kemasukan Umum: FREE

OFFICIAL WEBSITE / LAMAN WEB RASMI: 

https://www.facebook.com/CosplayFantasyEvent

The sad news was first reported by Yahoo! Japan, who revealed that the mare died at Martha Farm, the stable located in Onjuku, Chiba, where she had lived since 2013, surrounded by the staff who cared for her until the end. The cause of death was equine colic, a condition that occurs when gas accumulates in the intestines due to poor digestion.

Born on February 27, 1996, in Hokkaido, Haru Urara—whose name means "Glorious Spring" or "Gentle Spring"—was a daughter of Nippo Teio, a top-class horse and winner of the Tenno Sho and Yasuda Kinen. However, despite her distinguished lineage, she never managed to cross the finish line in first place during her entire professional career.

Her debut took place on November 17, 1998, at the Kochi Racecourse, where she finished fifth and last among five runners. For the next four and a half years, she competed once or twice a month without a single victory, accumulating a record that would make her immortal: 113 consecutive losses.

The Japanese dubbed her "the shining star of all losers" (makegumi no hoshi), admiring her unbreakable spirit to continue racing with all her heart despite her seemingly endless losing streak. This phenomenon was dubbed "The Haru Urara Boom" and transcended Japanese borders, being reported in the United States, Canada, Germany, and other countries.

The peak of her fame came on March 22, 2004, when more than 13,000 spectators packed the Kochi racecourse. Three thousand people gathered before the gates even opened, forcing the facility to open 30 minutes earlier than scheduled. Fans bet a total of 121,751,200 yen on a Haru Urara victory, an impressive sum for a horse that hadn't won even once in over 100 attempts.

After officially retiring in August 2004 with a record of 0 wins and 113 losses, Haru Urara found a second life in 2021 when she became one of the characters in the popular anime and video game "Umamusume: Pretty Derby." Her anthropomorphized "horse girl" version introduced her story to a new generation of fans.

The game's global release in June 2025 sparked a renewed wave of affection for the royal mare. International fans began donating funds en masse through "Fresh Hay Bank," a crowdfunding website that allowed fresh grass to be sent to retired horses. Donations were so plentiful that the website crashed when more than 2,500 kilograms of rye grass were sent to Haru Urara.

Haru Urara's caretaker during her final years fondly remembered the mare's stubborn personality until the very end. "Even in her final moments, she maintained her stubborn character," Miyahara recounted through tears. "When we tried to get her to walk to relieve the colic, Haru Urara would simply stop as if to say, 'No, I don't want to walk.' But it is precisely because of that unique character that we have so many beautiful memories with her. I am filled with gratitude toward Haru Urara."

To avoid any suspicion of profiting from the mare's fame, Miyahara had strictly limited the membership of the "Haru Urara Association" to just 50 people. "We were very clear that we never wanted people to think we were getting rich off Haru Urara. The current membership fees are more than enough to take proper care of her," she explained.

Haru Urara's story transcends sports to become a lesson in the beauty of perseverance, dignity in defeat, and the power of touching hearts without needing to win. In a world obsessed with success, she proved that sometimes the most valuable thing is simply never giving up.