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If Hilda and Gravity Falls had a French baby, it would be this. The show Le Collège Noir, which translates to "The Dark Boarding School."

Without a single spoiler: it follows a group of classmates searching for their "lost" friend. Along the way, they start uncovering the mysteries of the city they live in, which is Auvergne, France.

It's based on the French comic of the same name, and what makes it stand out is how every character feels fully individual, each one carrying their own storyline that feeds into the bigger picture.

If you're looking for something with a darker tone, a coherent plotline, and an artstyle and animation that genuinely have no right being this good, this is it.

Now, there's only one season out with only six episodes, and yes, it ends on a very big cliffhanger. But Season 2 is set to come this year, which makes right now the perfect time to get into it.

Wondering how these episodes are back-to-back and how they're adding more and more parallels between Marinette and Lila.

Today's post is about designs, but there's much more to it. I think I'll explore how they're two sides of the same coin in future posts!

We finally got to see the spoilers that Ezra Weisz shared in January. Ironically, Bryce's image wasn't even of his character; it was of Renardette!

Carapace's transformation is the most dynamic of the season. Already excellent in the 1st arc, yet they managed to upgrade it further with a new remix and iconic moves.

Sorry if the composition feels too cramped!

What do you think of his new transformation?

LadyChaos’s ability creates an opaque hex. A closed-off space where vision is blocked, information is probably limited, and whatever happens inside would be its own contained pocket.

That’s why Ladybug’s Lucky Charm being a remote-controlled racing car instantly feels intentional. It’s like a probe connected to her yoyo. A way to test the environment, see the effects of entering the hex, and understand what you’re dealing with before you send yourself in.

Cat Noir then is seen alone inside the hex, but he’s protected by his teammates’ powers. And he’s facing his aunt directly. And that’s where the episode starts to feel dangerous in a very specific way.

Because a hex like this may not just be a battlefield, it’s a narrative excuse. A place where something massive can happen without instantly rewriting the entire world outside of it.

And if we’re talking about “massive,” there’s one huge Cat Blanc event that still hasn’t happened in our main timeline: Cat Noir’s identity being revealed, not just to Marinette/Ladybug, but to the Butterfly Miraculous holder.

I don’t think the “identity reveal era” is close in the big-picture story. But this feels like the kind of “contained reveal” setup where the wrong person could learn the truth without it becoming public… yet.

Which is exactly why I think LadyChaos could be the episode where Chrysalis gets dangerously close to the truth, or even learns it. Because if “whatever happens inside the hex stays inside the hex”… then the real question becomes: who gets to leave with the knowledge?

Cause I can't get over his design, powers, and the episode as a whole! Such a diva.

This glow up NEEDS to be studied.

I'm talking not only about the designs of the suits, but also the textures and the medium. So many new details have been added to their suits, and the drastic change is extremely satisfying.

I loved how CatNoir went from having hardly any aqua references to being flooded with them.

Season 6, you will always be famous!

I’ll be honest: I haven’t been vibing with a lot of anime lately. Either the stories feel recycled, or maybe I’ve just watched so many strong series that weaker ones don’t hit the same anymore.

But then I stumbled onto something that completely reignited my interest: To Be Hero X.

China and Japan teamed up to create one of the most eye-catching, lore-filled, and genuinely exciting anime in years. And the best part is that there’s no manga, so you’re experiencing it fresh, week by week, without spoilers.

It follows the core concept of a world where trust fuels powers. Characters literally depend on the public (and us) for their powers.

The characters are relatable, fun, and unforgettable. Some have the saddest motives, others the wildest, but none feel like copy-pastes from other anime.

The storytelling is anthological in style, with stories that intertwine beautifully. By now (Ep. 21, ~Arc 8), the lore is expanding while the main focus, Season 1’s tournament, still builds.

The worldbuilding, from powers, mysteries, and stakes revealed at just the right pace.

The visuals adapt a unique, iconic animation style. Early episodes even blended 2D + 3D seamlessly.

The music is even scored by Hiroyuki Sawano (the same composer from Attack on Titan). Absolute bangers.

And if you’re into Link Click, you’ll feel right at home, this is from the same creator.

Something about this anthological storytelling just grabs me. And I think it’ll grab you too. If you’ve been looking for something fresh to fall in love with, give To Be Hero X a try.

Good luck and happy watching. <3

What are some missed opportunities you think Miraculous Ladybug had over the years?

It could be:

Characters who never reached their full potential

Dropped story arcs

Unexplored lore details

Missed dynamics

Or missed villains and allies!

For example:

Do you think Felix should have had a bigger role before?

What about the Guardians of the Miraculous?

Or the Reveal, that has been delayed for so long now?

While we wait for Disney Channel USA’s schedule, or at least the Miraculous Day lineup on Mundo Gloob, I figured it’s the perfect time to look back at the Season 6 transformations we’ve gotten so far! Which one has been your favorite? And who are you hoping to see next? Let’s talk about it in the comments

At SDCC, Andy Yeatman (Miraculous Corp’s new CEO) stated that the reveal is still under wraps for a few more years - as if that’s something to be proud of. Sure, the reveal has always been a major hook for fans: it’s inspired countless fanfics, there are full episodes set in post-reveal timelines, and even ShadyClaw is canonically post-reveal.

But here’s the thing; And I know this might be one of the most unpopular Miraculous opinions out there:

I don’t care about the reveal anymore.

And honestly? There are far more compelling storylines that deserve attention: Cat Blanc's impact, The Secret Council, Gabriel's secret, the side characters!

Yes, a Ladynoir Reveal could bring in a new dynamic we’ve all been craving, but I’m perfectly fine with a few more seasons of Adrinette dating. I rooted for that relationship for so long, it deserves the spotlight too.

At least now we know any "teasing" is just that "teasing". So unless they actually surprise us or make meaningful progress, I’m not interested in the same old bait.

And real talk now: I enjoyed the Marcaniel Reveal in The Ruler more than I ever did the one from Ephemeral. That says a lot.

Now this is what we call a glow-up.

Looking at the updated Miraculouses, it's clear that most of them got the upgrade they deserved.

That said… I do have one gripe: the Dog Miraculous feels flat. It kind of lost the unique identity it had in the previous design. Compared to the others, it just doesn’t hit the same.

But I love how sleek and polished the rest look. I can't wait to see them in the show.

P.S. I tried organizing them by color… it didn’t go as planned.

I’ve always been fascinated by 2D LEGO content. There’s something about the animation style, the simplicity of LEGO anatomy, and the unexpected depth in their stories that makes it work. That’s exactly why I think LEGO Monkie Kid is a genuinely underrated show; great animation (thanks to Flying Bark Studios, who also worked on Rise of the TMNT) paired with a solid story.

So when LEGO Ninjago: Monstrosity was announced, I was instantly hooked. Not just because it was 2D, but because of its tone. It looked dark, almost like a horror-inspired animated short, but still LEGO. Still 2D. Still full of potential.

Apparently, it released without much buzz, and I finally watched the first three episodes: "To Become a Monster", "Fallen Master", and "False Light." And wow. Just wow.

In just 15 minutes (5 minutes per episode), we got: More emotional depth for Kai, surprisingly mature themes, visually stunning cinematography, gorgeous coloring, tight and meaningful storytelling, and actual emotional stakes.

But then… the second half of Kai’s Monstrous Journey dropped... and it’s in 3D.

Not only that, but it’s framed as Kai telling a “silly little story” to Wyldfyre, completely killing the grounded, haunting mood of the first three episodes. The lighting may be decent, but the animation feels slower, oddly less expressive, and honestly, like a huge downgrade.

I get that this was always meant to be a miniseries. But why switch animation styles mid-way? Why sacrifice such a strong tone for a weaker visual and narrative format?

Ninjago has already shown how good its 3D animation can be (especially now with Unreal Engine), but the 2D episodes proved how much more they could do stylistically, emotionally, and artistically. I’m still shocked by the drop in quality, and genuinely hope LEGO explores more 2D work in the future.