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Why do Anime Characters Yell Their Names and Attacks?

Posted on March 12, 2017November 4, 2021 by Chris Kincaid

Anime characters sure yell a lot. They yell their names or demand to know their opponent’s names. They yell their attacks. Wind Scar! Anime fans don’t think too much of it, but for those new to the medium this is just weird. However, there are a few reasons why anime has these conventions. Manga’s limitations…

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