The Movement in Numbers
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15,000+
Creators
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22
Countries
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$ 300,000 USD
Worth Prizes
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2 DAY
Grand Celebration
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50+
Hours of Learning
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10+
Eminent Jury
Why Join The Hunt?
This isn't just an anime art contest. It's a global movement where creators get everything they need to create, compete and be recognised.
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Build Your Own Ip
Create an original anime character that's uniquely yours.
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International Jury
Present your work before award-winning creators and industry experts.
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Global Recognition
Be part of a growing global community of anime creators.
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Learn & Grow
Upskill with guided tutorials and expert-led live workshops to compete with confidence.
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USD 300,000+ Prize Pool
Compete for the world's biggest prize pool for anime creators.
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For Every Creator
Are you a professional creator or aspire to be one? The GIANT Hunt is for all.
The Force behind the Movement
The GIANT Hunt is organised by Image Infotainment Limited (also called IMAGE Group), India's pioneering creative education conglomerate. With three creative education divisions spanning K-12 learning, professional skilling and higher education, IMAGE Group has spent 30 years empowering generations of creators.
Continuing this legacy, IMAGE Group launched The GIANT Hunt as a tribute to human creativity in the age of AI, giving original creators a global stage to showcase their talent and earn the recognition and accolades they deserve.
Categories
Choose your Category.Create your Character.Compete with the World.
Theme
7 Characters. 7 Destinies.
Choose 1 of these character types and create your own character
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Hero
(We created ARIN. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Courage
- Resolve
- Purpose
What to Avoid:
- Passivity
- Empty posing
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Heroine
(We created SAYARA. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Agency
- Emotional strength
- Grace
What to Avoid:
- Objectification
- Background roles
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Mentor
(We created KAEL. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Wisdom
- Guidance
- Authority
What to Avoid:
- Harmlessness
- Visual cliches
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Rival
(We created ASTER. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Drive
- Tension
- Confidence
What to Avoid:
- Neutral tone
- Weak contrast
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Ally
(We created KAIRO. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Loyalty
- Personality
- Emotional balance
What to Avoid:
- Forgettability
- Pure filler
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Villain
(We created NEMIRA. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Power
- Strategy
- Dark charisma
What to Avoid:
- Naivety
- Over-flash
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Monster
(We created YAALAKOR. Who will you create?)
NotesAnime Design Notes
MoreWhat to show:
- Otherness
- Primal force
- Awe
What to Avoid:
- Mundane forms
- Plain realism
Create. Submit. Compete.
Whether you're an aspiring creator or a seasoned artist, your journey to worldwide recognition starts here.
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Register
Sign up and unlock access to tutorials and live workshops.
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Verify
Log in to your The GIANT Hunt dashboard to complete your age verification.
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Create
Design 1 original anime character based on the theme. Traditional or Digital. No AI.
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Submit
Upload your artwork in your dashboard. PNG / JPEG. Max 10MB.
Proof of Creation
To preserve the integrity of the competition, top prize winners may be required to provide proof of creation. Retain your time-lapses or recordings for digital artwork, and your original artwork for traditional submissions until the winners are announced.
Love Anime But Can't Draw?
Online Anime Character Design Workshops Every Weekend.
If anime inspires you to draw, you're in the right place. Access 50+ hours of guided tutorials (available in multiple languages) to start drawing in anime style today.
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How to Draw Anime Characters - Mentor | The Giant Hunt | Anime Art Competition
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How to Draw Anime Characters - Villan | The Giant Hunt | Anime Art Competition
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How to Draw Anime Characters - Rival | The Giant Hunt | Anime Art Competition
05m 36s4.7
Our Panel of Judges
Experienced creators who know what powerful art looks like.
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Hiroshi Takane
CEO & Creative Director, Studio ONI Inc.
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Fumio Iida
Animator at Graphinica
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Tomoyuki Arima
Creative Director, Arima Design Institute at Nippon Design Center (NDC)
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LĒ Yamamura
Creature Designer & Illustrator
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Kofi M Bazzel Smith
Creature Designer & Illustrator
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Kinosuke Rakuga
Vice President, Studio ONI Inc. / Lead Animator / Chief Animation Director / Assistant Director
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Sho Hosokawa
Vice President, Studio ONI Inc. / Japanese Traditional Ink Painter & Art Director
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Yukina
Studio ONI Inc. / Illustrator
FAQ
01. What is The GIANT Hunt?
The GIANT Hunt, presented by IMAGE Infotainment Limited, is the world's largest anime creator movement. It invites creators of all skill levels to create one original anime character, have their work evaluated by an international jury comprising award-winning creators, industry experts, and leading studios, and compete for global recognition and USD 300,000+ worth of prizes.
02. Who is IMAGE Infotainment Limited?
Image Infotainment Limited, also called as IMAGE Group, is India's pioneering creative education conglomerate. For over 30 years, it has empowered generations of creators through its various institutions and initiatives such as Image Creative Education, ICAT College of Design & Media, and Imageminds, making it one of the country's leading creative education ecosystems.
03. Who can participate?
Anyone aged 8 years and above can participate. Whether you're taking your first step as an aspiring creator or you're an experienced professional, The GIANT Hunt welcomes creators of all skill levels. Simply choose the category that matches your age and register.
04. What should I create?
Create one original anime character based on any of the official character categories. Your artwork must be your own original creation. Fan art, traced artwork, and AI-generated/enhanced artwork are not permitted.
05. How will the prizes be delivered?
Winners will be celebrated at The GIANT Hunt Grand Finale & Awards Ceremony to be held at Chennai, India. Following Proof of Creation verification, prizes will be awarded in accordance with the official contest rules. Winners who are unable to attend the event may receive their prizes through suitable logistical arrangements or opt for a cash equivalent of the top prizes. Any applicable taxes, duties, bank charges, or statutory fees shall be borne by the recipient.
06. What can I include in my submission?
You are required to submit an original anime-style character with sufficient defining details that clearly communicate your chosen character type, including elements such as expressions, costume design, personality, attitude, and other visual features relevant to that role. You may also label the character type if needed.
Additional elements such as backgrounds, turnaround views, environments, props, the character's name, speech/thought bubbles, onomatopoeia, storytelling panels, or scene compositions are optional. You may include them if you feel they help better communicate the character's personality, story, or world.