As the end of the year rolls near, we all start looking toward the new year and a new set of resolutions. But this isn't just the end of another year -- it's the end of a decade...

And what a decade it's been.

In the last ten years, we've watched as anime has evolved, both in style as well as the venues we use to access it. What was once an underground form of entertainment here in the States has gained a big piece of the mainstream population. In fact these days, just about everyone has some exposure to anime... even Hollywood.

It only makes sense then, that we take a look back at the years that brought us this amazing evolution. So here you go - a walk down memory lane.

Let's take a look at the last ten years of anime.

In a recent press release, VIZ Media announced that the long-awaited DVD box set for Naoki Urasawa's Monster is finally here.

Set to hit the streets on December 8, 2009, the Monster DVD set will include three DVDs containing episodes 1 through 15 as well as an exclusive digitized version of the original Japanese booklet.

Monster is the story of Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a neurosurgeon who saves a young boy only to discover years later that the boy has grown into a cold-blooded killer. Based upon the original manga, Monster debuted on Starz's SyFy Channel back in August and was also released on iTunes.

Looks like Crunchyroll has been pretty busy as the year winds down.

In addition to their latest $20 promotion, Crunchyroll.com has partnered with big-time labels, Marvelous, Maverick and Up Front Agency to expanded their music catalogs to include popular J-Pop and J-Rock bands Girugamesh, Hangry & Angry, MUCC, Vamps and Vistlip.

"Bringing these huge j-pop and j-rock bands to our fans is so exciting," said Crunchyroll Brand Manager Michelle Hwang. "We are definitely in for a treat and there is definitely more coming soon!"

Crunchyroll.com is the one of the largest online community and video sites providing Japanese Anime and dramas from Asia. Content comes from a variety of providers including TV Tokyo, Media International Corporation, Pony Canyon, Gonzo and Toei Animation.

Fans can view the content for free but purchasing a membership provides additional benefits such as higher-quality streams and sneak peeks before content is released to the public.

If you're wondering what to buy your favorite anime fan this holiday season, wonder no longer.

Crunchyroll has a deal you simply can't pass up:

Between now and 12:01am PST, December 13, 2009, new subscribers will receive $20 cash back when you purchase a three or twelve month Crunchyroll Anime Membership.

The $20 rebate will be deposited directly into your PayPal account so be sure to use that account when you make your purchase. In addition, the promo page on the Crunchyroll website does state that you must make your purchase "before promotional funds are depleted" so you best get busy to avoid missing out.

Wondering what a Crunchyroll membership is?

Crunchyroll has one of the most extensive online libraries of anime entertainment - in short, if you want to see the latest and greatest anime coming out of Japan, this is the place to do it. Buy a membership and you'll get sneak peeks before non-members do plus your streams will be higher quality broadcasts and minus all those pesky advertisements.

To get all the details and subscribe, visit the Crunchyroll website.