The 10 Best Black Anime Characters Who Are Unique and Fascinating
Black representation in anime is getting better, as proven by these awesome characters who feel fresh and compelling.
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The 10 Best Anime With Swords and Swordsmanship Action
Nothing is cooler than a sword—and these awesome anime series with swords feature all kinds of excellent swordsmanship.
The 10 Best Bleach Arcs, Ranked (And Why They Stand Out)
The Bleach anime went through some high highs and low lows. These Bleach arcs represent the best of the series over the years.
The 20 Best Teachers in Anime, Ranked
One of the most common anime character archetypes is the teacher. Here are our favorites and why they make great teachers!
The 16 Most Hated Anime Characters Who Are Simply the Worst
Hate may be a strong word, but it definitely applies to all the most hated anime characters on this list.
The 9 Most Heroic Animes With Brave and Selfless Characters
Few things are as uplifting as selfless bravery. These heroic animes represent the best of who we can be as people.
The 21 Best Anime Animal Characters, Ranked
Animal characters are popular in anime for many reasons: they're cute, funny, and loyal. Here are our favorite anime animal characters!
The 20 Best Anime Characters With Time Powers and Time Magic
Time control is a powerful ability—and several anime characters possess it. Here are the best ones and how they work!
The 15 Best Anime Rivalries Between Competitive Characters
Most mainstream anime series have at least one rivalry between core characters. Here are our favorite anime rivalries of all time.
The 15 Best Anime Character Names (And Their Meanings Explained)
A lot of anime characters have cool names—but sometimes the meaning and significance behind a name makes it even cooler.
The 11 Best Anime Butlers and Servants (Who Are Greater Than They Appear)
We often view butlers and servants as weak and beneath us. These anime characters show that this is far from the case.
The 10 Best Magical Girl Anime Series, Ranked (And Why They’re Great)
Magical girl anime is one of the most popular and beloved genres in the world. Here are the best series to watch if you haven't yet!
The 14 Best Blood-Based Abilities and Powers in Anime, Ranked
Blood-based abilities can be gruesome and gory, but they're also some of the coolest powers that exist throughout anime.
Manga Iconography, Explained: 16 Common Symbols for Emotions
Manga artists use special symbols and markings to denote emotions and effects. Here are the most common ones and what they mean.
The 14 Best Non-Japanese Anime From China, Korea, and Elsewhere
While most anime comes out of Japan, there have been some excellent anime series coming out of other countries lately!
The 15 Best Female Anime Assassins, Ranked: Who Comes Out on Top?
Anime series are rife with assassin-type characters, and many of them are female. Here are the best female anime assassins we've seen.
The 11 Best Bankai Abilities in the Bleach Anime Series, Ranked
Bankai releases are one of the coolest parts of the Bleach anime series. Here are the best ones we've seen and why they're so great.
The 9 Best Anime Series Set in Outer Space, Ranked
Outer space is a popular setting for anime series across genres. These ones stand out for their awesome twists and spins.
The 13 Coolest Quirks in My Hero Academia That Are Really Useful
My Hero Academia has introduced hundreds of Quirks over its run. Here are some of the coolest ones and why they stand out.
The 10 Most Epic Anime Revelations and Surprises, Ranked
Most anime series are full of plot twists, but not every plot twist is equally great. Here are the most epic ones that actually surprised us.