• French animation studio Ankama has backed the recently opened Canadian animation studio Unagi, which is focused on producing anime-inspired content. Unagi was founded by veteran Canadian animator and director Alain Bastien, who has worked on various anime-style projects in the past. The new studio aims to leverage Ankama's expertise and resources to create high-quality anime-influenced animation for the global market.

• Unagi's primary goal is to develop and produce original anime-inspired intellectual properties (IPs) that can be expanded across different media platforms, including television, film, and interactive experiences. The studio plans to collaborate with international partners to co-develop and co-produce these IPs, drawing on Ankama's extensive experience in the anime and animation industry.

• The partnership between Ankama and Unagi is seen as a strategic move to tap into the growing demand for anime-style content worldwide. Ankama's investment and support will enable Unagi to access resources, talent, and distribution channels that will help the studio establish itself as a prominent player in the global animation landscape. The collaboration is expected to result in the creation of unique and engaging anime-inspired stories and characters that can resonate with audiences around the world.