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[ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - dooveee - 11-29-2022
1. Baccano
In just 16 episodes, Baccano packs more story and intrigue than most anime are able to in twice or even three times that amount. It’s a fast-paced thrill ride, not unlike the unforgettable train ride that serves as the centerpiece of its twisty story, and it features some of the most memorable psychopaths you’ll find in anime. Baccano unfolds like a puzzle, with almost every episode providing you with a new revelation that totally flips the way you’ve viewed things thus far. And even beyond all of that, it also has one of the best dubs you’ll ever hear.
2. Samurai Champloo
After Cowboy Bebop, Shinichiro Watanabe’s stock was at an all-time high, and his follow up, a simple Samurai story with a touch of hip hop, served only to cement his legacy as one of the greats in anime directing. Samurai Champloo, like Cowboy Bebop before it, was mostly episodic, and while its overarching story isn’t anything to write home about, the individual arcs of each of its three main characters were engrossing to follow, with equal amounts of emotionally resonant story beats and literal off the wall action.
3. Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion
This show, originally released in 2006, has stood the test of time thanks to its two most alluring elements: a captivating setting comprised of meticulous worldbuilding, and a narrative that builds through strategy and shattering twists, like that of a thriller. The story takes place in an alternate timeline, very much reminiscent of Nineteen Eighty-Four, where the world consists of three superpowers: the Holy Britannian Empire, the Chinese Federation, and the European Union. Before the commencement of the story proper, the Holy Britannian Empire has conquered Japan, stripping the country of its name and freedom, with the use of enormous mechs. So, yes, this is a heavily political mecha thriller of an anime with some thrilling action scenes that carry the excitement ever forward. Our protagonist, Lelouch, is an exiled Britannian prince now living in Japan who swears to bring down his father’s empire. The show, with political subterfuge, enticing mythology, and fascinating characters, has gone down as one of the great mecha anime of all time.
4. Demon Slayer
The record-breaking Demon Slayer has blown up tremendously in the last few years and it’s not too surprising to those that have followed the series up until now. Every single episode of Demon Slayer is consistently impressive with smooth animation that never compromises its gorgeous art, incredible visual effects that bring the spectacular battles to life, and an amazing soundtrack that punctuates its many emotional high points. Not only that, Demon Slayer will make you laugh out loud thanks to the over-the-top absurdity of characters like Zentisu and Inosuke, and it’ll just as easily make you tear up with its heavy themes of loss and family.
5. Devilman Crybaby
Unlike most of Netflix's original programming, Devilman Crybaby offers a succinct and moving story in the span of 10 episodes. But be warned, Devilman Crybaby is sure to make younger viewers with parents in the room extremely uncomfortable with its explicit depictions of sex, violence, and profanity. But in its exploration of what some may deem filth, Devilman Crybaby finds humanity. This loose interpretation of the biblical apocalypse -- Devilman Crybaby is a profoundly modern take on the Book of Revelation -- is a study of love, sacrifice, and God's love (or disdain) for humanity. The modern lens helps the biblical punches find their way into contemporary guts. And thanks to the gorgeous style, bangin' Japanese hip hop, and a cast of memorable characters, you don't really mind the pain.
6. Ouran High School Host Club
It's hard to explain all the ways in which Ouran High School Host Club rules. If you're a fan of manga and anime, you'll love the ways the story takes the conventions of the medium and turns them on its head at every turn. And if you love a great story, you'll immediately be grabbed by Bisco Hatori's hilarious take on the shojo subgenre. When Haruhi Fujioka happens to stumble upon her school's popular host club, where male students entertain female ones for money, she accidentally breaks an expensive vase and suddenly finds herself mistaken for a boy and forced to become a host. Her awkward nature and shyness mean that it's an uncomfortable setup, but as she finds her place in the Host Club she also begins to find herself, her courage, and a whole new group of friends. Ouran High School Host Club is a sweet and silly satire on the idea of otaku culture, and it's also one of the trailblazers in fujoshi comedy.
7. Attack on Titan
On that day, humanity was reminded of the fear they held for the titans. Attack on Titan became an instant classic when it was first released in 2013. Following three friends, Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert, they fight alongside humanity's greatest soldiers against gargantuan Titans and the threats that lie beyond their city walls. What started as a typical shonen anime evolved into an amazing piece of art tackling themes of war, classism/racism, among other heavy topics. It’s hard to find anyone who has not felt the impact of this show, with director Alex Garland even calling out the series as a source of inspiration. A mixture of high-intensity action, slow character-driven scenes, and Game of Thrones-esque deaths that come out of nowhere culminate into one of the greatest anime to emerge from the modern age.
8. Death Note
Death Note is a now classic anime that follows Light Yagami, a teen who gains supernatural abilities via the Death Note. A book that grants the user the ability to kill anyone they want, just by writing that person’s name in the book. With the power of the Death Note and a genius intellect, Light goes on a genocidal “moral” crusade that impacts the world. What ensues beyond is cat and mouse between World Class investigators who rival Light in cunning and intellect. This show has gone on to inspire many other dark protagonist shonen anime as well as many live-action adaptations. Which rightfully earns its place as one of the best and most influential anime of all time.
9. Naruto Shippuden
The long-running Naruto series has been referred to as one of the “big three” anime because of its wild popularity around the world, and for good reason. It’s full of action-packed fight sequences, hilariously fun moments, and dramatic scenes that pull at your heartstrings. In Naruto Shippuden, the story takes a darker and more serious tone as the characters are now older and face even more daunting challenges from the shadows as well as themselves. The Naruto anime series is known for its memorable characters and relationships, and it continues to be one of the biggest shounen anime ever, even long after it has ended.
10. Jojo's Bizarre Adventure (Entire Series)
Oh my god! This is a normal response from watching this weirdly amazing shounen anime that follows the different generations of the Joestar family. The influential manga series has been around since 1987 and has only been airing the anime since 2012. It was tough to decide on which part of the long-running series was deserving of this spot so we’re taking all of this bizarre series into account. JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is full of amazing action, wild characters, and iconic moments that will live on through the anime community (and memes)
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - Dismas - 12-02-2022
Baccano and Samurai Champloo are some of my favorites too.
A few I didn't see mentioned, but I'd recommend:
- Black Lagoon
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Fate/stay night: UBW
- Fate/Zero
- Great Teacher Onizuka
- Trigun
- Gungrave
- Full Metal Panic
- Summer Wars
- Paprika
- Akira
- Berserk
I might make a "Top XX" list later.
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - Nyx - 12-03-2022
(12-02-2022, 11:18 PM)Dismas Wrote: Baccano and Samurai Champloo are some of my favorites too.
A few I didn't see mentioned, but I'd recommend:
- Black Lagoon
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Fate/stay night: UBW
- Fate/Zero
- Great Teacher Dismaszuka
- Trigun
- Gungrave
- Full Metal Panic
- Summer Wars
- Paprika
- Akira
- Berserk
I might make a "Top XX" list later.
I've never watched the anime for it, but I remember the first few episodes of the live action we had a watch party for years ago being good. I ought to give the anime a try.
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - Dismas - 12-03-2022
(12-03-2022, 12:51 AM)Nyx Wrote:(12-02-2022, 11:18 PM)Dismas Wrote: Baccano and Samurai Champloo are some of my favorites too.
A few I didn't see mentioned, but I'd recommend:
- Black Lagoon
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Fate/stay night: UBW
- Fate/Zero
- Great Teacher Dismaszuka
- Trigun
- Gungrave
- Full Metal Panic
- Summer Wars
- Paprika
- Akira
- Berserk
I might make a "Top XX" list later.
I've never watched the anime for it, but I remember the first few episodes of the live action we had a watch party for years ago being good. I ought to give the anime a try.
Which show? Rurouni Kenshin or GTO?
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - Nyx - 12-03-2022
(12-03-2022, 01:13 AM)Dismas Wrote:(12-03-2022, 12:51 AM)Nyx Wrote:(12-02-2022, 11:18 PM)Dismas Wrote: Baccano and Samurai Champloo are some of my favorites too.
A few I didn't see mentioned, but I'd recommend:
- Black Lagoon
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Fate/stay night: UBW
- Fate/Zero
- Great Teacher Dismaszuka
- Trigun
- Gungrave
- Full Metal Panic
- Summer Wars
- Paprika
- Akira
- Berserk
I might make a "Top XX" list later.
I've never watched the anime for it, but I remember the first few episodes of the live action we had a watch party for years ago being good. I ought to give the anime a try.
Which show? Rurouni Kenshin or GTO?
Ah whoops, that'd be GTO.
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - Dismas - 12-03-2022
(12-03-2022, 01:29 AM)Nyx Wrote:(12-03-2022, 01:13 AM)Dismas Wrote:(12-03-2022, 12:51 AM)Nyx Wrote: I've never watched the anime for it, but I remember the first few episodes of the live action we had a watch party for years ago being good. I ought to give the anime a try.
Which show? Rurouni Kenshin or GTO?
Ah whoops, that'd be GTO.
I'd definitely recommend the anime. English dub is sort of weird, because the only great voice actor is Steve Blum. Sometimes it adds to the hilarity, though.
RE: [ANIME] List Of Top Best Anime Series of All Time Part 2 - dooveee - 12-03-2022
(12-03-2022, 01:50 AM)Dismas Wrote:I always watch anime in English subbed(12-03-2022, 01:29 AM)Nyx Wrote:(12-03-2022, 01:13 AM)Dismas Wrote: Which show? Rurouni Kenshin or GTO?
Ah whoops, that'd be GTO.
I'd definitely recommend the anime. English dub is sort of weird, because the only great voice actor is Steve Blum. Sometimes it adds to the hilarity, though.
(12-02-2022, 11:18 PM)Dismas Wrote: Baccano and Samurai Champloo are some of my favorites too.They are all good anime, but I did not watch some; will add it to my list. Thank you!
A few I didn't see mentioned, but I'd recommend:
- Black Lagoon
- Rurouni Kenshin
- Fate/stay night: UBW
- Fate/Zero
- Great Teacher Dismaszuka
- Trigun
- Gungrave
- Full Metal Panic
- Summer Wars
- Paprika
- Akira
- Berserk
I might make a "Top XX" list later.