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With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as spectacular floats.

This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, showcasing a diverse array of inflatable figures 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.

Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

One could easily claim that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has soared to the top as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received five nominations at the Grammys, and the singing stars behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a potential release in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to get a closer look!