Next Club Meeting: May 25, 2024, at the Fountaindale Public Library in Bolingbrook from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Animatrix Network is an anime & manga fan club located in the Southwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. We usually meet on the third Saturday of each month (except when holidays or conventions coincide). The meetings are free and open to the public. Join us for a day filled with anime.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Supreme Court Rules D.E.I. is Illegal!!!!

Disney and every other company pushing D.E.I. 
AT RISK following Supreme Court ruling?!
Disney and all its subsidiaries are renowned for their invasive and all-encompassing DEI programs, but following a new Supreme Court ruling, these programs may now pose a legal liability for not just Disney, but for anyone involved in such programs.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

The Next Gaming Masterpiece Has Arrived!

No Rest for the Wicked
From Moon Studios, the award-winning developers of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, comes No Rest for the Wicked, a visceral, precision ARPG with a bold new take on the genre. Coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The game is set in the year 841. The player assumes control of a Cerim, a group of holy warriors imbued with magical abilities, who must purge the "Pestilence", a plague which has transformed the locals of Isola Sacra into dangerous and mindless monsters. Along the way, the Cerim becomes entangled in political conflicts between the rulers of the kingdom, and the rebels who seek to overthrow it.

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

'The Force is Female' Killed Star Wars...

Turning STAR WARS Female Centric KILLED the
Golden Goose for Disney, Hasbro and everyone else!

The time when Star Wars used to be a money printing machine, not just for Lucasfilm, but for every third party licensees like Hasbro and Ubisoft; is long since over. Now, the franchise has become a financial burden for almost everyone involved with it, and even the industry trades are beginning to admit that.

Monday, April 22, 2024

Claws out! The Trailer is Here!

Deadpool & Wolverine
Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Owen Wilson, Jennifer Garner, Morena Baccarin, Emma Corrin, Matthew Macfadyen and more star in 'Deadpool & Wolverine.' This action comedy follows Deadpool (Reynolds) and Wolverine (Jackman) as they team up to defeat a common enemy.
'Deadpool & Wolverine' hits theaters on July 26.

Sunday, April 21, 2024

Absolutely no one asked for this...

VELMA - Season 2
More mystery. More murder. And lots, lots more meddling.
Season 2 of VELMA premieres April 25 on Max.
Everybody still hates Velma. The second season trailer of the mean-spirited Scooby Doo reboot is already getting ratioed... while also not getting many views. Seems like this show's second season will be dead on arrival. No mystery who killed it...

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Just the start of a pretty, never ending nightmare...

THE WINGFEATHER SAGA - SEASON TWO
The Wingfeather Saga is an epic fantasy series that follows the adventures of the three Igiby children as they journey to uncover the truth about their family's past and their rightful place in the kingdom of Aerwiar. The Wingfeather Saga, based on Andrew Peterson's best-selling books, is the largest crowdfunded family animated series in history. With the wit of Princess Bride and the immersive world of The Lord of the Rings, The Wingfeather Saga offers something for the whole family to enjoy. With its fast-paced action, memorable characters, and themes of courage and perseverance, The Wingfeather Saga is a must-read for fans of fantasy and adventure. So join Janner, Tink, and Leif on their epic quest and discover the true meaning of bravery and sacrifice. The series pulls together a nail-biting story, an incredible fantasy world, and episodes your whole family will talk about.

Friday, April 19, 2024

A conspiracy that shakes the entire town...

KURAMERUKAGARI
Prepare to be transported to the intriguing world of "Kuramerukagari." This captivating tale weaves together the lives of its characters with the rich tapestry of a coal mining town known as the "Hakoniwa."

In this labyrinthine town, where each day brings new twists and turns, we meet Kagari, a spirited girl who runs a mapmaking business, and Yuya, a young dreamer yearning to escape the confines of the "Hakoniwa." As their paths intertwine, alongside the town's eccentric residents, they become embroiled in a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of their community.

At the heart of it all lies Kagari's extraordinary talent for mapmaking, as her drawings hold the key to the fate of the "Hakoniwa." Together, Kagari, Yuya, and their newfound allies must navigate through shadows and secrets to uncover the truth and protect their home.

Join us on a journey of discovery and intrigue, where the lines between reality and illusion blur, and the power of friendship and determination reign supreme. "Kuramerukagari" promises an unforgettable adventure that will leave you spellbound until the very end. Don't miss the chance to explore the depths of the "Hakoniwa" and witness the destiny that unfolds through Kagari's maps.

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Who will be the next Ruler of the Heavens?

Blood of Zeus (Season 2)
To escape the Underworld forever, Hades crafts a plan to claim Zeus's crown for himself and reunite with his beloved Persephone as ruler of Olympus.
The second season of the Blood of Zeus premieres May 9th, only on Netflix!

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Anime Viewing Schedule for April 20, 2024


 A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Fountaindale Public Library
VIEWING SCHEDULE
          11:15 - 12:05   The Apothecary Diaries 11-12
          12:05 - 12:55   Metallic Rouge 5-6
          12:55 - 1:35     Club Meeting
          1:35 - 2:25       Solo Leveling 7-8
          2:25 - 2:50       Frieren 5
          2:50 - 4:40       Kurayukaba & Kuramerukagari [Movies]
 
"On my way there now!"
 
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: Solo Leveling and Frieren
* ANIME DESCRIPTIONS ARE BELOW *

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Music to Ease the Soul...


"Goodbye, the one whose name I can't remember..."
Healing music, sleep music, sleep inducing music, music for insomnia, music for studying, new age piano, dreamy, stress relieving, meditation music, white noise, rain sounds, nature sounds. Please make everyone who listens to this music happy.

Monday, April 15, 2024

A Student Made this Anime...

Dawn of the Eclipse: EPISODE ZERO
In the distant future, a war is raging between humans and the "Black Knight", an extraterrestrial invasion weapon. After a fierce battle, the human race has the upper hand in the war and executes a last-ditch mission to wipe out the Black Knight. In order to open up the future, the protagonist "Haru" goes to the battlefield...

Sunday, April 14, 2024

The Next Club Meeting will be April 20, 2024

A N I M A T R I X   N E T W O R K

  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, April 20, 2024
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.
 
Hope to see you all there!

(Click below for maps)