Anime has the power to instill courage, freedom, and limitless resilience against all of the hardships that life throws at you. It can change lives, relieve a sense of loneliness, and spark creativity. Anime can be the powerful motivator behind individuals to push above and beyond what this world believes we are capable of.

Fan Chronicles is a celebration of the amazing community and the artform we all love and appreciate. We looked into the lives of three extraordinary fans, just like you, that have found empowerment and identity through our favorite art form. It is our original documentary series that is now streaming on Crunchyroll.

How has anime affected your life? Which show had the biggest impact on you? Let us know in the comments below! 

Ricky Soberano is a Features Editor, Script Writer, and Editorial Programming Coordinator for Crunchyroll. She’s the former Managing Editor of Brooklyn Magazine. You can follow her on Twitter @ramenslayricky.

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