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As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons.

The parade is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger

Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

It's no exaggeration to say that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking spectacular act.

Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a expected debut in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the widespread love for the first movie suggests that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, everyone can look forward to the amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

Be sure to catch the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!