Shōnen has always been one of the most beloved genres in anime, and recently, it's managed to gain even more popularity. There is a myriad of incredible shōnen series for fans to dive into: from classics like Dragon Ball Z and One Piece to smash-hits of the modern day like Chainsaw Man and, well, One Piece.

Out of every great modern shōnen anime series , however, two have taken 2025 by storm: Solo Leveling and Lord of Mysteries . They're two exceptional series that have defined the year, and they both have the potential to be big names (if they aren't already) in the world of anime.

While these two series don't have a lot in common on the surface, they do share one key aspect that may be hinting towards the future of anime. This seemingly small component has contri

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