Will you answer the Call for War or Peace...

The Bugle Call

Based on the comic "The Bugle Call: Song of War" by Mozuku Sora, Higoro Toumori originally serialized in "JUMP SQUARE" published by SHUEISHA Inc.

There are nine spires scattered across the land that contain relics and technology from an ancient, advanced civilization beyond the craftsmanship of the current day. The two greatest spires are controlled by the Papal States and the Erin Empire, who wage war over control of the other spires.

Humans born with branches sticking out of their heads are called Branched, and each possesses a unique power, such as invisibility or supernatural luck. The Branched cannot use their powers outside of a spire's field of influence and will eventually die if they remain outside. In some nations, Branched are well-known, while in others they are kept secret.

Luca was raised among a band of mercenaries since he was an infant, but he hates the life. He is recruited by the Pontiff in his war against the Erin Empire in exchange for support of his dream of becoming a maestro. Part of their deal involves Luca killing the Garland, a powerful Branched capable of destroying nations.

What are they advertising?

YT IZZO: FAST・AGILE・SHARP

Inspired by the katana swords of feudal Japan’s samurai – considered to be perfect weapons – the all-new IZZO is our fastest and most agile trail bike ever.

Remember this cartoon? It's been remade...

EVA version, Tom and Jerry

It took one month to make this handmade stop-motion animation.

Going from Weakest to the Strongest...

OVERGEARED

Shin Youngwoo (a.k.a. Grid), an unlucky man in life and a low-level player in the popular VR game “Satisfy,” finds a powerful item that earns him a rare legendary class title: “Pagma’s Successor.” He’s now a skilled blacksmith who can forge unique weapons and equip the game’s most powerful gear. Grid resolves to use his new abilities to achieve fame and fortune, but as his very existence begins to stir up trouble in Satisfy, he realizes that life as a legend may be more than he bargained for….

The Supergirl Movie We Need Today!

Supergirl as a '90s Anime

What if Supergirl were reimagined as a classic 90's anime with cel animation, dramatic city battles, and golden-age-of-anime energy? See Supergirl, Superman, Lex Luthor, and Krypto brought into a retro anime world filled with Kryptonian power, iconic villains, and nostalgic superhero style.

This AI-generated fan tribute imagines the Supergirl universe as a 90's anime with bold designs, emotional hero moments, and vintage classic anime vibes. If you love retro anime, DC Legends, and old-school cel animation, this is a nostalgic reimagining made for you.

Anime Viewing Schedule for July 18, 2026

 A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K
Saturday, July 18, 2026

Fountaindale Public Library

VIEWING SCHEDULE

          11:15 - 12:05   Smoking Behind the Supermarket

                                        With You 1-2

          12:05 - 12:55   Black Torch 1-2

          12:55 - 1:30     Club Meeting

          1:30 - 2:15       Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia 1-2

          2:15 - 3:30       Sparks of Tomorrow 1-2

          3:30 - 4:20       Goodbye, Lara 1-2

          4:20 - 4:45       Ghost in the Shell (2026) 1-2

"En garde!"

 

Fountaindale Public Library
300 W. Briarcliff Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 

Peggy J. Danhof Board Room

(Second Floor)

 

From 11:15 AM to 5:00 PM

All anime presented are fan-subtitled unless otherwise noted.

Don't miss these exciting anime series: Ranma 1/2 and Urusei Yatsura

* ANIME DESCRIPTIONS ARE BELOW *

Jurassic Park actor passes away...

SAM NEILL

(14 September 1947 – 13 July 2026)

Actor Sam Neill, known for his roles in the "Jurassic Park" films and "Peaky Blinders," died on Monday, according to his official social media account. He was 78.

"Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterised his whole life," the statement, which was posted early on Monday, said. "The loss was sudden and unexpected, but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer-free."

Sir Nigel John Dermot "Sam" Neill (14 September 1947 – 13 July 2026) was a New Zealand actor and businessman. Known as a leading man in film and television, he has received nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the 1991 Queen's Birthday Honours, for services as an actor.

Born in Northern Ireland to an English mother and a New Zealand father, Neill moved to Christchurch with his family in 1954. He first achieved recognition with his appearance in the film Sleeping Dogs (1977), followed by leading roles in My Brilliant Career (1979), The Final Conflict (1981), Possession (1981), Evil Angels (1988), Dead Calm (1989), Death in Brunswick (1990), The Hunt for Red October (1990), The Piano (1993), In the Mouth of Madness (1994), Event Horizon (1997), The Dish (2000), and Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016). He came to international prominence as Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park (1993), a role he reprised in Jurassic Park III (2001) and Jurassic World Dominion (2022).

On television, he portrayed Merlin in the miniseries Merlin (1998) and Merlin's Apprentice (2006), the former of which earned him nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award and the Golden Globe Award. He was also Golden Globe-nominated for playing Sidney Reilly in Reilly, Ace of Spies (1983) and a British Officer during World War II in One Against the Wind (1991). He also played Thomas Wolsey in The Tudors (2007), and as Major Chester Campbell in Peaky Blinders (2013–2014). He is also known for narrating various documentary projects.

From Oscar Award-Winning Studio LAIKA...

@}~ Wildwood ~{@

After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness—an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon. Joined by her hapless but loyal classmate Curtis Mehlberg, Prue navigates a world of talking animals, bandits, and powerful figures driven by grief and ambition. As the pair is drawn into a conflict threatening the balance of the forest itself, Prue must discover strength and belief she never knew she possessed. If she hopes to save her brother and protect Wildwood’s fragile future, she will have to risk everything. From Oscar-nominated and BAFTA-winning LAIKA, Wildwood is a sweeping adventure about love, sacrifice, and the magic that reveals itself when we dare to look beyond the familiar.

Tenchi Muyo Returns!

Tenchi Galaxy Kickstarter Now Live!

With the help of Masaki Kajishima, Toru Miura, Hiroshi Negishi, and fans from around the world, Armiger Entertainment is proud to present the spiritual sequel of Tenchi Universe: TENCHI GALAXY!

TENCHI GALAXY follows the Tenchi gang as they travel to the planet of the space pirates, MIKUNI, in search of an artifact that was stolen from Jurai. In order to get it back, they must face NIIMI, the queen of the space pirates. What dangers await them? What connection does Niimi have to Ryoko? And whose side is Nagi on?

Tenchi, the girls, and Ryo-Ohki return to the screen just as you remember them.

Detective Kiyone will be appearing in anime form for the first time since 1999, along with Nagi and Ken-Ohki for the first time since 1995!

We personally reached out to the classic English voices of Tenchi Muyo! to see if they would be interested in reprising their iconic roles for another adventure...and they enthusiastically agreed!

We also have some exciting newcomers to the franchise to announce: Cristina Vee is stepping into the role of the one and only Princess Ayeka!

In addition, hololive English Advent's devilish diva and virtual idol Nerissa Ravencroft is portraying the spunky space pirate: Risa!

The Next Club Meeting is July 18, 2026...

A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K

FIFA World Intergalactic Cup!

M O N T H L Y   M E E T I N G

 
Fountaindale Public Library

300 W. Briarcliff Road

Bolingbrook, IL  60440

Peggy J. Danhof Board Room

 (2nd Floor)

Saturday, July 18, 2026

11:15 AM - 5:00 PM

 

We will be in the BOARD ROOM on the Second Floor.

 
Hope to see everyone there!

 

A Viewing Schedule will be posted soon.

 

(Click below for maps)

What's the crime for impersonating an immortal?

The Eight Immortals

All Wishes Come True

Release Date: July 24, 2026, in Chinese theaters. Animation Studio: Pearl Studio (Kung Fu Panda 3)

Director: Mu Zhengyang 

Voice Director: Chen Hao (Nezha)

Animated comedy feature film inspired by the classic Chinese folklore tale "The Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea." The film will also be getting a global release later this summer.

Let's see what kind of trouble we can get into...

Sleeping Giants

(Oh yeah, BIG trouble!)

Inside the ancient ruins of a Sleeping Giant, adventuring friends 2-BIT and Oggy awaken a harmless-looking robot, Hopper, only to find it’s a villainous AI with delusions of grandeur.