The GIANT Hunt: World's Largest Online Anime Art Contest 2026
About the Competition
The GIANT Hunt is a global online anime and manga art competition organized by Image Infotainment Limited (IMAGE Group). The contest is being conducted as an official attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the highest participation in an anime art contest. It provides anime enthusiasts, students, and artists an opportunity to showcase their creativity on an international platform.
Competition Highlights
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Open to participants worldwide
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Official Guinness World Record title attempt
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Online participation from anywhere
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Hand-drawn and digital artwork accepted
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More than ₹3 Crore worth of prizes
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Global exposure for artists and anime fans
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Guinness participation certificate for eligible participants
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International jury evaluation
Eligibility Criteria
The competition is open to participants across three age categories:
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KI Level: 8–15 years
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ZEN Level: 16–24 years
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KAMI Level: 25 years and above
Participants must register under the appropriate age category. Minors may participate with parental consent.
Theme
Participants must create one original anime or manga-style character based on any one of the following character types:
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Hero
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Heroine
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Mentor
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Rival
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Ally
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Villain
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Monster
The artwork should clearly reflect the personality and role of the selected character. AI-generated artwork and copyrighted characters are not allowed.
How to Apply
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Visit the official website.
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Register online.
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Create an original anime character based on one of the seven character types.
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Capture or scan the artwork clearly.
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Upload the submission through the online portal before the deadline.
Important Dates
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Registration Open: April 2026 onwards
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Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026
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Jury Evaluation: June–July 2026
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Results Announcement: 31 July 2026
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Grand Finale & Guinness Record Event: 8–9 August 2026
Official Website
Note
Students are advised to carefully read the official rules, participation guidelines, registration fee details, and terms & conditions before submitting their artwork. Ensure that the artwork is original and complies with all competition requirements.
