Anime! Worlds of magic, ninjas, and robots, but how often do you see Black folks rocking those adventures? The truth is, it's been a bumpy ride. Early days? Yikes, let's just say some portrayals were straight-up offensive. Bad attitudes and stereotypes galore. Mr. Popo anyone? Not cool lol. 

But hey, things are changing! The 90s saw Black athletes like Akagi from "Slam Dunk" slam-dunk their way into our hearts, proving we're not just about sports (even though we are pretty awesome at them). Then came "Afro Samurai," a Black dude with a katana slicing through stereotypes and looking fly doing it. Talk about a game-changer!

Today, things are even better. Shows like "Carole & Tuesday" and "Fire Force" feature Black characters who are just, well, characters. They're not defined by their race, they're part of the story, rocking their own unique styles and personalities. Boom!

But hold up, the fight ain't over. We still need more Black creators telling their own stories, and characters that avoid colorism and harmful tropes. We gotta keep pushing for representation that's real, that shows the full spectrum of the Black experience.

So, anime fans, let's talk! Share your thoughts, your favorite Black characters, and what you wanna see more of. Let's build an anime world where everyone feels welcome, where Black heroes and stories shine bright! Remember, representation matters, and together, we can make anime a space that celebrates everyone's awesomeness. Now that's an adventure worth fighting for! ✨

P.S. Don't forget to check out "Yasuke" and "Great Pretender" for some dope Black-led stories. And shout out to Crunchyroll's "Anime for Black Geeks" platform for amplifying Black voices! We gotta support each other, fam.