"Kantai Collection," often abbreviated as "KanColle," is a popular Japanese media franchise that features anthropomorphized warships from World War II. In this universe, these ships are represented as cute girls known as Kantai, who battle against mysterious enemies called Abyssal Fleet. Players take on the role of an admiral, managing their fleet and engaging in strategic naval battles. The franchise began as a web browser game in 2013 and has since expanded into various forms of media, including anime, manga, and video games. Fans are drawn to the unique blend of history and fantasy, as well as the charming character designs of the Kantai girls, each inspired by real-life naval vessels.