Tag: action

Action is hard to define, but if a has car chases, epic battles and lots of explosions with a cool guy working away without looking back, then it probably fits the genre’s description.

If you like One Punch Man, Boku no Hero Academia (My Hero Academia), and Berserk. Here, you’ll be able to find something to scratch that adrenaline itch.

15 Anime Like The Seven Deadly Sins
Similar anime to The Seven Deadly Sins? The Seven Deadly Sins is an anime series filled with action, adventure, comedy, friendship, rivalry, and a hint of romance. Though the series might not be for everyone, It’s an anime that shines in its own unique ways.

If you’re a fan of The Seven Deadly Sins, then this list is for you. If you watched the anime and had a complete change of opinion about the series, this is also for you. Well, no matter the reason, here’s our 15 Anime Like The Seven Deadly Sins, with honorable mentions in no particular order, you should love too.

Anime Shows Similar to The Seven Deadly Sins (Nanatsu no Taizai)

15.
Plunderer
- Episodes: 24
- Studios: GEEK TOYS
- Aired: Jan 9, 2020 to Jun 25, 2020
- Genres: Action, Fantasy, Ecchi
Plunderer takes place in Alcia where everyone has a “count” which can go up or down depending on your actions in life. Once you hit zero, you are sent to the abyss, a mysterious world from which nothing has ever returned. Plunderer follows the journey of Hina and other inhabitants of Alcia as they discover the truth about their world, the Abyss, and the legendary Aces.

Similarity

Similar to the premise of The Seven Deadly Sins, Plunderer starts with our main female character Hina, looking for legendary super powerful heroes. Both main lead men also share similar personalities and both are very overpowered. Both series also have a fantasy setting.

14.
Yona of the Dawn

Akatsuki no Yona
- Episodes: 24
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Aired: Oct 7, 2014 to Mar 24, 2015
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Princess Yona lives an ideal life as the only princess of her kingdom. Doted on by her father, the king, and protected by her faithful guard Hak, she cherishes the time spent with the man she loves, Soo-won. But everything changes on her 16th birthday when she witnesses her father’s murder!

Similarity

Like The Seven Deadly Sins, Yona of the Dawn has our princess on a journey in search of the knights she has heard of in stories after escaping from her kingdoms. Both protagonists face many obstacles to achieving their goals. Though similar, Yona of the Dawn is more serious, having more drama and less comedic elements. Both series also share similar medieval European designs with a bright color palette.

13.
Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic
- Episodes: 25
- Studios: A-1 Pictures
- Aired: Oct 7, 2012 to Mar 31, 2013
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Magi’s story is set in an alternate recreation of the ancient Old World with several regions and nations having some resemblances with real-life counterparts from that time. In this world, there are several magic dungeons full of treasures and traps and each of them is the lair of a powerful magic being, a Djinn. Individuals that manage to overcome the trials of a Dungeon and earn the allegiance of its Djinn are known as Dungeon Capturers, gaining the ability to use its powers infused in a personal item of theirs. Aladdin, a kind and young magician, Alibaba Saluja, and Morgiana begin an epic adventure by conquering these dungeons.

Similarity

Magi like The Seven Deadly Sins have similar art styles, fantasy settings, and a cast of lovable characters. Both series move our characters around in a land with multiple kingdoms. With some arcs from both series focusing on complex and large-scale conflicts, with characters trying to solve conflicts. Both series also feature similar character development.

12.
Seven Mortal Sins

Sin: Nanatsu no Taizai
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Artland, TNK
- Aired: Apr 15, 2017 to Jul 29, 2017
- Genres: Fantasy, Ecchi
When Lucifer arrives at hell, she and aspiring Demon Lord and fangirl Leviathan decide to overthrow the Seven Sins, the current rulers of hell. When they fail, the Seven Sins turn Lucifer into a Demon Lord as punishment. Now on earth with Leviathan and a new immortal slave Maria, she plans her revenge.

Similarity

Similarities between The Seven Deadly Sins and Seven Mortal Sins? Both series focus on the idea of characters embodying sins, and ecchi. Though the Seven Mortal Sins is more fanservice than anything else both have familiar characters and similar plots. If fanservice, demon, hell, angels themes are your go-to, this will be perfect.

11.
Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers

Rokka no Yuusha
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Passione
- Aired: Jul 5, 2015 to Sep 20, 2015
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery
An ancient legend states that the Goddess of Fate will grant six heroes power to rise against the fiends attempting to turn the world into a living hell. However, when they finally unite, seven heroes are present. Adlet Mayer, one hero considered the fraud of the group, fights for his life and tries to identify the true impostor before it’s too late!

Similarity

Like The Seven Deadly Sins, Rokka is a series also set in a fantasy world in the past, with characters fighting demons to save the world. Both series have a similar feeling of adventure, magic, and battles. Both series also have an interesting group of characters that help along the way.

10.
Blood Lad
- Episodes: 10
- Studios: Brain’s Base
- Aired: Jul 8, 2013 to Sep 9, 2013
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Demons, Vampire, Supernatural
Blood Lad follows Staz, a vampire boss of the demon world, and Fuyumi, a young Japanese girl, soon joined by the spatial magician Bell and the half-werewolf Wolf, as they travel to find the magic that can bring the dead Fuyumi back to life.

Similarity

Blood Lad like The Seven Deadly Sins has nice fights, adventures with non-human characters, and various anime tropes we are used to seeing. Both series have the main male character helping the female protagonist to return to her usual life. Both series also have a bit of romance and disguise a darker plot in a very colorful world.

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9.
Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?

Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka
- Episodes: 13
- Studios: J.C.Staff
- Aired: Apr 4, 2015 to Jun 27, 2015
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
A world where gods and humans live and work together. Bell Cranel, a high-spirited young man who dreams of becoming a strong and dependable adventurer, his motive is none other than to protect what he holds dear and later to stand on the same ground as his crush, Ais Wallenstein – the rumored strongest adventurers in history. Bell joins Hestia, a lonely goddess who is searching for followers. Thus begins a myriad of blunders, triumphs, and friendships.

Similarity

Like The Seven Deadly Sins, Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? give off similar vibes of being lighthearted at times, serious, and having amazing art. In both series, protagonists fight and grow stronger because of a woman. Both protagonists also have a mysterious past and incredible magical power.

8.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken
- Episodes: 24
- Studios: 8bit
- Aired: Oct 2, 2018 to Mar 19, 2019
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Demons, Fantasy
The premise is simple enough: a 37-year-old office worker is randomly murdered and is reborn as a blue slime in a JRPG-like fantasy world. The series focuses more on its comedy and world-building instead of some grand quest to defeat a demon lord.

https://youtu.be/jShQgEUob0I

Similarity

Like The Seven Deadly Sins, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime has similar overpowered characters but with them mostly being relaxed about it. Both series have comedic moments but still, easily switch to serious when it’s needed. Both series have a medieval fantasy world with colorful art styles and plenty of action.

7.
The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace

Heion Sedai no Idaten-tachi
- Episodes: 11
- Studios: MAPPA
- Aired: Jul 23, 2021 to Sep 28, 2021
- Genres: Adventure, Demons, Fantasy
In a fictional world where humans and demons coexist, demons drive humanity to the brink of extinction, only to be saved by the emergence of battle deities known as the Idaten. After an era of unprecedented peace, the Zoble Empire resurrects a demon. Will the new generation of Idaten, with no experience stand a chance at survival?

Similarity

Similar to The Seven Deadly Sins, The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace also has a simple-minded overpowered protagonist, with ecchi themes, comedy, and over-the-top action scenes. Both anime series revolves around characters fighting demons. both series are also great world-building but into them.

6.
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
- Episodes: 64
- Studios: Bones
- Aired: Apr 5, 2009 to Jul 4, 2010
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Military
The Law of Equivalent Exchange binds alchemy—something the young brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric only realize after attempting to revive their deceased mother: a forbidden act of alchemy. They pay a terrible price for their transgression. Years later, the Elric brothers set off on a quest to restore their bodies by locating the Philosopher’s Stone—a powerful gem that allows an alchemist to defy the traditional laws of Equivalent Exchange.

Similarity

Similar to The Seven Deadly Sins, Fullmetal Alchemist has over the top and vibrant action and adventure. Both protagonists have a similar appearance and characters in both series embodying the seven human sins. Both series also start lighthearted but slowly go on into darker themes, with character growth throughout the story.

5.
Samurai Champloo
- Episodes: 26
- Studios: Manglobe
- Aired: May 20, 2004 to Mar 19, 2005
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Historical, Samurai
Samurai Champloo follows three unlikely trios Fuu, Jin, and Mugen. Brought together by chance but stuck together by choice or blackmail? Out of a debt to Fuu, who saves them from being executed. They follow her on a wild adventure to different places in their search for the samurai that smells of sunflowers.

Similarity

At number five on our list of anime shows similar to The Seven Deadly Sins is my personal favorite Samurai Champloo. Both series have stylized action sequences, and serious characters, and more laid-back, energetic ones. Both series characters have secrets from their past, we slowly learn more about or remains a mystery and a lot of traveling or moving around takes place in both, with a lot of unique and interesting characters met along the way.

4.
Akame ga Kill!
- Episodes: 24
- Studios: White Fox
- Aired: Jul 7, 2014 to Dec 15, 2014
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
The story follows Tatsumi, a countryside boy who travels to the capital to join the military and earn money to send to his village. Feeling the capital is a place filled with opportunities and happier life. But he soon realizes how corrupt the capital is. After certain sad events, he is recruited by Night Raid, A group of assassins that wish to overthrow the government and end this corruption.

Similarity

Another similar anime to The Seven Deadly Sins is Akame ga Kill! Both series’ main cast are first being portrayed as the villains, but are really the good guys fighting against a corrupt system. Both series characters are usually lovable, unique, and wield incredible powers. Both series also have a middle-aged setting and magic.

3.
Hunter x Hunter (2011)
- Episodes: 148
- Studios: Madhouse
- Aired: Oct 2, 2011 to Sep 24, 2014
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Super Power
The plot follows 12-year-old boy Gon Freecss, who takes part in a Hunter Exam which is several strange and difficult tests with the hope of finding his missing father. On the road, he meets his friends Kurapika, Killua, and Leorio.

Similarity

Hunter x Hunter is an anime like The Seven Deadly Sins, has a unique use of powers, amazing world-building, lovable characters and just the way it balances its more serious moments with lighthearted ones is great. Both series also have amazing visuals and a similar sense of adventure, with characters moving from one location to another.

2.
Black Clover
- Episodes: 170
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Aired: Oct 3, 2017 to Mar 30, 2021
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Two orphan children, Asta and Yuno are left as babies near the doorstep of a church on the outside border of the Clover Kingdom. The story follows Asta mostly, a young boy who’s born without magical powers, while he tries to gain magical powers and the talent to control them. We watch him go from laughingstock to the literal savior of the kingdom.

Similarity

Black Clover, like The Seven Deadly Sins, has a similar fantasy world full of magic. Both protagonists have a similar physical build, with both being knights and demons. Both series have themes of rivalry between friends, and fan service.

1.
Fairy Tail

and No… this is not the anime but I just loved this manga shot
- Episodes: 175
- Studios: Satelight, A-1 Pictures
- Aired: Oct 12, 2009 to Mar 30, 2013
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
When a girl named Lucy wants to become a wizard in a famous guild and by chance meets Natsu and Happy, members of one such famous guild, she joins them, and thus; they form a team and embark on an amazing adventure with other strange members of the Fairy Tail guild. Together as a family, they battle the forces of evil, help those in need, and gain new friends, all the while enjoying the never-ending adventure that is Fairy Tail.

Similarity

Last but not least, anime like The Seven Deadly Sins is Fairy Tail. Both series have the power of friendship, magic, similar art style, and fan service. Both series are completely off the scale with how it handles their plot, discussing many issues, common tropes, and general clichés. With both series going all out, to make them worth watching.

Honorable Mentions

Rave Master (Groove Adventure Rave)
- Episodes: 51
- Studios: Studio Deen
- Aired: Oct 13, 2001 to Sep 28, 2002
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Problem Children Are Coming from Another World, Aren’t They? (Mondaiji-tachi ga Isekai kara Kuru Sou Desu yo?)
- Episodes: 10
- Studios: Diomedéa
- Aired: Jan 12, 2013 to Mar 16, 2013
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Chaika: The Coffin Princess (Hitsugi no Chaika)
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Bones
- Aired: Apr 10, 2014 to Jun 26, 2014
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Rage of Bahamut: Genesis (Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis)
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: MAPPA
- Aired: Oct 6, 2014 to Dec 29, 2014
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Demons, Supernatural
Soul Eater
- Episodes: 51
- Studios: Bones
- Aired: Apr 7, 2008 to Mar 30, 2009
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural
Trinity Seven
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Seven Arcs Pictures
- Aired: Oct 8, 2014 to Dec 24, 2014
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Harem, Romance, School, Supernatural, Ecchi
Bastard!!: Ankoku no Hakaishin
- Episodes: 6
- Studios: AIC
- Aired: Aug 25, 1992 to Jun 25, 1993
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Ecchi
The Ancient Magus’ Bride (Mahoutsukai no Yome)
- Episodes: 24
- Studios: Wit Studio
- Aired: Oct 8, 2017 to Mar 25, 2018
- Genres: Fantasy, Slice of Life
And that’s our list! Did you like them? Do you think we missed one? Have you watched one, what did you think? What did you think of The Seven Deadly Sins?

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March 5, 2022
15 Manga Like Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan is a manga-turned anime, video game, and two live-action movies that have become one favorite among the manga and anime community. Maybe it’s because of its apocalyptic scenarios, depiction of human nature, brutal carnage, unusual shounen protagonist, or survival horror, it’s a series that always felt different from most.

And now with the manga concluded and the anime not far behind. Is there any manga like Attack on Titan? What manga should I read after AOT? What manga will I like if I like Attack on Titan? I am sure these are questions fans of the series are asking. Well, here are 15 manga like Attack on Titan you can read to fill the void, so grab your copy and enjoy!

Manga Like Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin)

15.
Attack on Titan: Before the Fall
- Mangaka: Satoshi Shiki, Ryou Suzukaze
- Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Supernatural
- Volumes: 17
- Published: Aug 26, 2013 to Mar 26, 2019
Before the Fall is a spin-off series of Attack on Titan, seventy years before Eren’s adventure started. We follow Kuklo, who was cursed by being born while his mother was eaten by a Titan. During his time as a member of the Survey Corps, we will learn more about how people lived 30 years after humanity started living inside the walls; how the military dealt with the expeditions outside the walls without their vertical maneuvering gear, and even how the gear was invented.

Similarity

Before the Fall is the perfect manga series to go back to if you have just finished reading Attack on Titan, thanks to its familiar setting and similar situations. Both series have a cast of lovable and unique personalities. It’s also just as dark and brutal as Attack on Titan, with more romance added into it.

14.
Broken Blade

Break Blade
- Mangaka: Yunosuke Yoshinaga
- Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Mecha, Military
- Volumes: 18+
- Published: Sep 12, 2006 to present
The story follows Rygart, a young man born into a magical world. However, he is one of the few people who can’t use magic, which is now used for everything. Rygart’s life changes when he finds an ancient mecha that doesn’t need magic to be operated. Now helping to protect his country Krisna from an impending war, but when his friends are on opposite sides, what will he do?

Similarity

Broken Blade, like Attack on Titan, has both protagonists being put in a difficult position having to make discussions concerning war and survival. Both series have incredible massive fight scenes and relatable characters dealing with realistic issues.

Both series have characters fighting against superior giant enemies, where strategy is much more important than just brute strength. Both have complex narratives that a still rather easy to follow.

13.
Knights of Sidonia

Sidonia no Kishi
- Mangaka: Tsutomu Nihei
- Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Mecha, Military, Space
- Volumes: 15
- Published: Apr 25, 2009 to Sep 25, 2015
A thousand years into the future, powerful aliens called Gauna have destroyed Earth. Now the remnants of humanity hide in space from their pursuers the Gauna, only with the help of mobile weapon units called Gardes, Nagate Tanikaze and other brave soldiers do humanity stand a chance against these monsters.

Similarity

Like Attack on Titan, Knights of Sidonia has a similar premise just with a different setting having mechas and alien monsters instead of titans.

Both series love to keep readers on their toes with new plot points introduced regularly and mysteries to keep you interested. Both series are thought-provoking, with their character interactions, narrative, and breath-taking action sequences.

12.
Monster #8

Kaijuu 8-gou
- Mangaka: Naoya Matsumoto
- Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi
- Volumes: 5+
- Published: Jul 3, 2020 to present
Following a chain of unfortunate events and an interaction with the junior work colleague. Kafka Hibino encounters a parasite-type kaijuu that forces its way into him, turning him into a humanoid monster. With his newfound powers, Kafka aims to give his lifelong dream of becoming a Defense crop soldier a final try.

Similarity

Monster #8 shares many similar themes with Attack on Titan, with all the right ingredients for your classic shounen such as its over-the-top fights, comedy, emotion, and mature vibe. Both series have a variety of unique characters, settings, and conflicts. Both series’ main characters have unusual powers and similar goals.

11.
Orient
- Mangaka: Shinobu Ohtaka
- Genres: Action, Fantasy
- Volumes: 14+
- Published: May 30, 2018 to present
Demons, magic, swords, and samurai dominate the Edo-Japanese period. We follow Musashi and his friend Kojirou Kanemaki, who promise to become samurai, form a group and hunt the demons. But years later with demons now being praised and worshiped by society, and samurai being shunned. We follow these two friends as they dive headfirst into the unknown world of demon-slaying.

Similarity

Another manga similar to Attack on Titan is Orient, with both series being an action shounen fantasy that deals with gigantic monster-slaying and main characters both with similar goals of putting an end to their enemies. Both series characters live in a world where freedom of action isn’t permitted or looked down upon and it is to kill or be killed when facing their enemies.

10.
Giganto Maxia

Giganto Makhia
- Mangaka: Kentarou Miura
- Genres: Fantasy
- Volumes: 1
- Published: Nov 22, 2013 to Mar 14, 2014
A hundred million years in the future, after civilization as we know it ends, main protagonists Delos and Prome wander through this new world where myths and giants are alive again. Justice, pride, and survival hang in the balance on their mission, as they meet some of the new inhabitants of this new world.

Similarity

Like Attack on Titan, Giganto Maxia is perfect for readers who love fantasy, action, and good art. Both mangas have similar settings with both envisioning a bleak human future, with mankind fighting against giant monsters. Both series protagonists also have similar hidden powers.

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9.
Terra Formars
- Mangaka: Kenichi Tachibana, Yu Sasuga
- Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
- Volumes: 22+
- Published: Jan 13, 2011 to present
When humans attempted to colonize Mars by sending two species that could endure the harsh environment of the planet to terraform it—algae and cockroaches. Intelligent humanoid cockroaches are born, driving humans off mars. But years later a lethal virus arrives on Earth, with the cure suspected to be on Mars. The world sends genetically enhanced men and women to mars to find the cause and cure of the virus.

Similarity

Similar to Attack on Titan, Terra Formars’ plot is about humans fighting for survival against monsters, with both series loving to keep a certain level of mystery. Both series have a special unit created to fight against their enemies. In both series, characters aren’t guaranteed a happy ending, with situations quickly escalating at random.

8.
All You Need Is Kill
- Mangaka: Takeshi Obata, Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Ryousuke Takeuchi
- Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Military
- Volumes: 2
- Published: Jan 9, 2014 to May 29, 2014
The story follows Keiji Kiriya, a soldier who once he dies, is brought back to life 30 hours before his death at the hands of a mimic, extraterrestrial aliens that have invaded earth. With his strange new ability and comrades of the United Defense Force, he builds up his strength and skills. Trying to uncover the mystery about why he keeps getting resurrected and how he can end the war.

Similarity

All You Need Is Kill, like Attack on Titan, is dark and brutal. Both series have humanity in fear and fighting for survival against stronger enemies that are nearly impossible to kill.

Both series protagonists have a special ability that helps give humanity more of a fighting chance against their enemies. Both series also have detailed artwork, with heart-pounding action sequences.

7.
Tokyo Ghoul
- Mangaka: Sui Ishida
- Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, Psychological
- Volumes: 14
- Published: Sep 8, 2011 to Sep 18, 2014
Ken Kaneki, a shy and book-loving college student, gets plunged into the world of ghouls because of a surgery he receives after barely surviving an encounter and being taken to a hospital. Now a half-ghoul, he begins his new secret life of hungering for human flesh and evading the Commission of Counter Ghoul, an organization made to fight ghouls. While his existence catches the attention of ghouls all over Tokyo.

Similarity

Similar to Attack on Titan, Tokyo Ghoul feels unique, with both plots involving the protagonists transforming into monsters. Both series can get dark and gory, with both series looking at opinions from the point of view of both sides. They both also have an interesting take on morality. With an emphasis in both series on character development.

6.
Kingdom of Zombie
- Mangaka: Nojeok
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Demons, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural
- Volumes: 1
- Published: 2012 to 2013
When guards watching the north gate are killed and the gates lifted by a mysterious person. Van Nocliff’s quiet life as a blacksmith changes when he awakens an incredible power that allows him to wipe out the small hoard single-handedly.

Similarity

Another manga similar to Attack on Titan is Kingdom of Zombie. Both series have a similar medieval setting, with human survival threatened by man-eating monsters. Both series protagonists have powers that can help save humanity and a scary dark side. Both series as people living safely behind walled-off cities

5.
The Promised Neverland

Yakusoku no Neverland
- Mangaka: Posuka Demizu, Kaiu Shirai
- Genres: Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi
- Volumes: 20
- Published: Aug 1, 2016 to Jun 15, 2020
Emma, Norman, and Ray are the smartest kids at the Grace Field House orphanage. And under the care of the woman they refer to as “Mom,” all the kids have enjoyed a comfortable life. But one day, Emma and Norman uncover a dark secret of the outside world. Will they and the rest of the children be able to outwit their captors and escape their tragic fates?

Similarity

The Promised Neverland like Attack on Titan is a survival anime, with both series focusing on the psyche and growth of the characters. Both stories’ main themes revolve around the mysteries of the world’s creation, dark past, and hidden history that looks at human nature. Both series also have characters fighting against man-eating monsters.

4.
Gantz
- Mangaka: Hiroya Oku
- Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Ecchi, Psychological
- Volumes: 37
- Published: Jul 13, 2000 to Jun 20, 2013
Somewhere in Tokyo is a room with a black sphere. That transfers people who are close to dying to itself. Once there, the sphere named Gantz, tells them their life is over, and now they must play a game of life and death. With points awarded after the successful completion of these missions, to buy many otherworldly things from Gantz. Each game becomes more and more tasking. Will Kei Kurono and the rest of his group make it through these games?

Similarity

Similar to Attack on Titan, Gantz is a psychological thriller that focuses on human nature and violence, putting characters into situations that test their morality to survive. Both series revolve around shock value and make you feel the character’s dread. Both series hardly pull their punches being horrifying and moving at the same time.

3.
Berserk
- Mangaka: Kentarou Miura
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Demons, Fantasy, Horror, Military, Supernatural, Psychological
- Volumes: 41
- Published: Aug 25, 1989 to Sep 10, 2021
Guts a mercenary with a horrible childhood, encounters Griffith, someone he respects and trusts, only to be betrayed and have everything taken from him right in front of his eyes by the person he thought was a friend, in the most gruesome way possible. Now the former mercenary now called the “Black Swordsman,” is out for revenge.

Similarity

Berserk taps into the same level of brutality and atmosphere that’s present in Attack on Titan. Both stories have a gory dark plot, amazing fight scenes, David vs. Goliath moments, love, friendship, corruption, and betrayal. Both series look at human nature and the growth of their characters as a person as the chapters go on.

2.
Land of the Lustrous

Houseki no Kuni
- Mangaka: Haruko Ichikawa
- Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy
- Volumes: 11+
- Published: Oct 25, 2012 to present
The story centers on Phosphophyllite, a young gem about to turn three hundred years old. Clumsy, extremely fragile, and having no visible talent, Phos is one of the weakest gems around, unable to help in the fight against the Lunarians in any meaningful way. But as the battle with the otherworldly invaders rages on, Phos soon learns that power comes at a cost that no one should have to pay.

Similarity

Similar to Attack on Titan, Land of the Lustrous has the protagonists and their fellow kind fight for survival against enemies that are a mystery to them.

Both series’ main protagonists have an interest in learning the truth behind the mysteries of their world. Both stories take time to look at the growth of characters and their morality.

1.
Claymore
- Mangaka: Norihiro Yagi
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror
- Volumes: 27
- Published: May 6, 2001 to Oct 4, 2014
The main focus of the story centers around an organization known as Claymore, which fights monsters known as Yoma. Being the only line of defense for mankind, the organizations dispatch female warriors that are half-human, and half-Yoma to fight these monsters. Clare, a member of the organization, is on a journey of vengeance, encountering different things on her journey and learning the sinister truth behind the Claymore Organization.

Similarity

And last but not least, a manga series similar to Attack on Titan is Claymore. Both series have an eerie atmosphere to them, with dark, gritty, mysterious, and tragic themes. Both series are well-thought-out and compelling fantasy with well-drawn scenes, lovable and relatable characters, and amazing fight scenes.

Honorable Mentions

Deadman Wonderland
- Mangaka: Kazuma Kondou, Jinsei Kataoka
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
- Volumes: 13
- Published: Apr 26, 2007 to Jul 26, 2013
Dolly Kill Kill (Dolly♥Kill Kill)
- Mangaka: Yukiaki Kurando, Yuusuke Nomura
- Genres: Action, Horror
- Volumes: 11
- Published: Aug 16, 2014 to Sep 23, 2017
Kuro
- Mangaka: Soumatou
- Genres: Demons, Mystery, Slice of Life, Supernatural
- Volumes: 3
- Published: May 24, 2011 to Jun 17, 2016
Attack on Titan: Lost Girls (Shingeki no Kyojin: Lost Girls)
- Mangaka: Hiroshi Seko
- Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural
- Volumes: 1
- Published: Dec 9, 2014
Gunka no Baltzar
- Mangaka: Michitsune Nakajima
- Genres: Historical, Military
- Volumes: 11+
- Published: Jan 21, 2011 to present
Chainsaw Man
- Mangaka: Tatsuki Fujimoto
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Demons
- Volumes: 11
- Published: Dec 3, 2018 to Dec 14, 2020
Iron Knight
- Mangaka: Tomohiro Yagi
- Genres: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural
- Volumes: 3
- Published: Dec 2, 2013 to Mar 31, 2014
Eden: It’s an Endless World!
- Mangaka: Hiroki Endo
- Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Psychological
- Volumes: 18
- Published: Sep 25, 1997 to Jun 25, 2008
Seraph of the End: Vampire Reign (Owari no Seraph)
- Mangaka: Yamato Yamamoto, Takaya Kagami, Daisuke Furuya
- Genres: Action, Drama, Supernatural, Vampire
- Volumes: 26+
- Published: Sep 3, 2012 to present
Fort of Apocalypse (Apocalypse no Toride)
- Mangaka: Yuu Kuraishi, Kazu Inabe
- Genres: Action, Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Psychological
- Volumes: 10
- Published: Sep 3, 2011 to Aug 4, 2015
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February 26, 2022
15 Manga To Read If You Loved Berserk
Manga similar to Berserk? Berserk is one of the most popular manga to ever come out of Japan that has been repeatedly adapted into an anime to different degrees of success. Written by the late Kentaro Miura, it tells a brutal dark fantasy story about a swordsman on a journey of revenge against dark forces and a close friend that betrayed him.

While I don’t think there is any manga that can ever give a similar feel or vibe to the late Kentaro Miura’s Berserk, we do need to still feel the void left now, with the uncertain continuation of the popular manga series. Berserk is a manga series I think any fan of manga has been recommended by a friend to read at least once, and I loved reading each chapter, even the slow-paced ones that made the characters feel more real to me.

For anyone that still needs that gory dark plot, amazing fight scenes, David vs. Goliath moments, love, friendship, corruption, and betrayal then here in no particular order are 15 manga to read if you loved Berserk with honorable mentions!

Similar Manga like Berserk

15.
Wolfsmund
- Mangaka: Mitsuhisa Kuji
- Genres: Action, Drama, Historical
- Volumes: 8
- Published: Feb 14, 2009 to Oct 15, 2016
Wolfsmund is a dark historical manga set in Switzerland in the early 14th century. Showing how brutal and inhuman the Middle Ages can be, focused on a fortress in St. Gotthard Pass, ruled by the sadistic Wolfram and the interrogated characters that wish to cross the pass.

Similarity

Wolfsmund, like Berserk, is unique and original. It is a series that also portrays the psyche of characters well in a believable way. It is also just as dark and brutal as Berserk with a similar medieval setting.

Wolfsmund villain, similar to Berserk, is also very intelligent and angelic-looking but very sinister. Though Wolfsmund’s plot goes without all the fantasy elements added into Berserk.

14.
Ubel Blatt

Übel Blatt
- Mangaka: Etorouji Shiono
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Ecchi
- Volumes: 23
- Published: Dec 3, 2004 to Mar 25, 2019
When rumors spread throughout the land of Wischtech about Koinzell, a boy with a black sword and a scar over his left eye defeating an entire army and all who stand in his way, he becomes an object of fear and hopes even though his past, motivations, and purpose are a mystery to everyone and those he meets in his travels.

Similarity

Ubel Blatt shares many similar themes with Berserk, such as its dark fantasy setting, over-the-top sword fights, hopelessness, adult themes, and the narrative of a lone hero betrayed by his close friend(s), out for revenge. Though with some silliness like special attacks being named, Ubel Blatt still makes for an enjoyable read for Berserk fans.

13.
Fire Punch
- Mangaka: Tatsuki Fujimoto
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural
- Volumes: 8
- Published: Apr 18, 2016 to Jan 1, 2018
Fire Punch is set in a world covered in ice and snow. Survival in such an environment can be harsh. Any civilization left has people among them with superpowers known as Blessed Ones. Agni and his sister are one of those with blessings. They have the Regeneration Blessing. He uses this ability to keep his sister and the rest of the new villagers they meet well fed. But when their village is attacked by the city of Behemdolg, killing his sister and the other villagers Agni swears vengeance.

Similarity

Like Berserk, Fire Punch has an edgy messed-up world, with both main characters on a quest for revenge. Both series have a plot that covers a lot of things, they both never feel stagnant, with both keeping a good pace. No moment is wasted as everything has a point either narratively, to be funny, or a combination of both.

12.
Goblin Slayer
- Mangaka: Kousuke Kurose, Kumo Kagyuu
- Genres: Action, Fantasy
- Volumes: 15+
- Published: May 25, 2016 to present
When newbie priestess Onna Shinkan gets invited to her first adventuring party, they immediately find themselves in distress on their quest to kill goblins. But luckily for only her Goblin Slayer who comes to her rescue—a man whose sole mission in life is to wreak havoc on goblins, murdering as many of them as he possibly can, by any means necessary. And when rumors of his feats begin to circulate, there’s no telling how he, Onna, and the other party members will overcome all the goblins and other massive adventures they are dragged into.

Similarity

Another manga similar to Berserk is Goblin Slayer, with both series telling the tragic and violent story of a man on a quest for revenge in a dark fantasy world that can be very unforgiving. The art style is also detailed and the fight scenes are awesome. It is a very serious manga with a realistic physiological take on characters dealing with trauma.

11.
Innocent Rouge
- Mangaka: Shinichi Sakamoto
- Genres: Drama, Historical
- Volumes: 12
- Published: May 20, 2015 to Jan 8, 2020
The story centers on the eve of the French revolution, and the siblings of the Sanson family. A family of executioners, Chevalier Charles-Henri and sister Marie-Joseph who live a carefree life in Versailles. Experience events that cause them numerous conflicts, both in their family, moral and personal conflicts that will make both change their worldview: from the rebellious and idealistic to the convinced executor of the will of the King and the people and more.

Similarity

Like Berserk, the manga Innocent Rouge uses a lot of symbolism, both depicting their respective worlds as dark, gloomy, and ruthless for the unprepared. They both also have an interesting take on immorality and evil. With an emphasis on character development shown in both series.

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10.
Blaster Knuckle
- Mangaka: Shizuya Wazarai
- Genres: Action, Fantasy, Historical, Horror, Supernatural
- Volumes: 3
- Published: 1992
The KKK, a terrible group headed by half-vampire half-werewolf demons that eat humans, killed former heavyweight boxer Victor Freeman’s father when he was little. Now older Victor walks a lone road, armed with shotgun gloves loaded with silver shells he makes it his mission to destroy these monsters one at a time on his endless quest for vengeance.

Similarity

Similar to Berserk, Blaster Knuckle follows the lone hero, who’s out for revenge against demons. Both series are great, gory, and entertaining. If you loved Berserk, you’ll definitely like Blaster Knuckle. It’s an adrenaline-filled time killer.

9.
Blade of the Phantom Master

Shin Angyo Onshi
- Mangaka: In-Wan Yoon, Kyung-il Yan
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Historical, Supernatural
- Volumes: 17
- Published: Mar 19, 2001 to Aug 18, 2007
In Jushin, Munsu, a secret government agent, was a special envoy of the king of Jushin. Is tasked with traveling the countryside in disguise to find and punish corrupt government officials, and bringing justice to the country’s citizens. However, Jushin is all but destroyed, leaving Munsu on his journey to continue his duty of ridding corruption and bringing about his own form of justice.

Similarity

Blade of the Phantom Master is another series that bears a strong resemblance to Berserk, feeling like a relative of Berserk, with both main characters being branded with a ‘curse’, similar motivations for vengeance, a similar friend turned villain themes, and both having beautifully drawn scenes. Both series take the characters and the readers on a superb journey.

8.
Battle Angel Alita

Gunnm
- Mangaka: Yukito Kishiro
- Genres: Action, Sci-Fi
- Volumes: 9
- Published: Nov 1990 to Mar 1995
Battle Angel Alita is perhaps one of the best sci-fi manga I’ve read, the story begins in a scrapyard where a scientist named Ido discovers the remains of a cyborg girl, who has lost her memory and has no identity. He names her Alita gives her a cyborg body and a reason to live. We follow the adventures of Alita in the post-apocalyptic world, from a bounty hunter to an athlete, to a hardened wasteland warrior.

Similarity

Another manga similar to Berserk is Battle Angel Alita. Both series examine questions of identity, human nature, hardship, and war just with cyborgs thrown in instead of monsters. Both series can be gory, emotional and follow similarly unfortunate protagonists whose troubles seem to go from bad to worse, with great character development throughout.

7.
Blade of the Immortal
- Mangaka: Hiroaki Samura
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Historical, Martial Arts, Samurai, Supernatural
- Volumes: 30
- Published: Jun 25, 1993 to Dec 25, 2012
Blade of the Immortal centers around the young Rin Asano’s journey to avenge the death of her parents at the hands of a sword school whose influence has grown within Japan: the Itto-Ryu. Unable to deny her powerlessness in the face of her powerful foe, she seeks out the skills of a swordsman who has been cursed with immortality, Manji. With his partnership set in stone, the two embark on a perilous journey of bloodshed, vengeance, and redemption, each to fulfill their own life’s cause.

Similarity

Blade of the Immortal taps into the same level of brutality and similar atmosphere that’s present in Berserk. Both series have an anti-hero, beautiful characters, and a great story. Throughout both series, we see the relationship between the characters change and develop in an interesting way that keeps you glued for more.

Side note this is really cute, right?

6.
Helck
- Mangaka: Nanaki Nanao
- Genres: Action, Fantasy
- Volumes: 12
- Published: May 5, 2014 to Dec 18, 2017
With the Demon King defeated, the Demon World is running a contest to choose his successor. A muscular and high-level human named Helck has joined and says that he wants to destroy all HUMANS. Is he serious?

Similarity

Like Berserk, Helck has the same medieval fantasy setting, with a stronger than usual men hero with a sad backstory. Both protagonists travel with a bunch of relatable and lovable characters trying to make amends with their pasts also. Though Helck is more light-hearted and comedic plot-wise, unlike Berserk that is more on the somber and depressing side.

5.
Devilman
- Mangaka: Go Nagai
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Demons, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Super Power, Supernatural
- Volumes: 5
- Published: Jun 11, 1972 to Jun 24, 1973
Devilman starts with our protagonist, Akira Fudou who lends a helping hand to his best friend Ryou Asuka. But events occur and Akira is aware of the existence of demons. With demons out to conquer the world, and a demon inside him that transforms him into Devilman. Will Akira be able to keep the world and his family safe?

Similarity

Another similar manga to Berserk is Devilman with both series having supernatural themes. Both series look at friendship, corruption, betrayal, what humanity is, and the brutality of war. The relationship of the protagonists and villains of both series are quite similar best friends to mortal enemies.

Also, check out Devilman Lady if you like the Devilman series.

4.
Kingdom
- Mangaka: Yasuhisa Hara
- Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Military
- Volumes: 62+
- Published: Jan 26, 2006 to present
During the Warring States period in China, Xin Li dreams of becoming the “Greatest General in the World”, while helping Ei Sei, the current King of Qin, achieve his dream of a total Unification of China, ending the incessant warfare once and for all. Xin will rise from a war-orphan slave to a feared general.

Similarity

Number 4 on our list of similar manga like Berserk is Kingdom. Both series’ worlds are constantly at war, and our protagonists must fight to obtain their goals. The kingdom is also a serious manga with a lot of moral choices for our protagonist to make just like Berserk. The kingdom is a phenomenal manga that is memorable and well-written.

3.
Vinland Saga
- Mangaka: Makoto Yukimura
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Historical
- Volumes: 25+
- Published: Apr 13, 2005 to present
Set in 11th century Europe, Vinland Saga tells a bloody epic in an era where violence, madness, and injustice are inescapable, providing a paradise for the battle-crazed and utter hell for the rest who live in it. The story follows Thorfinn’s quest to avenge his father’s death by defeating Askeladd (his father’s murderer) in a fair duel, he plans to accomplish this by working for him and doing whatever Askelad asks, and in return, he is granted a chance to kill him. The story however is not just focused on Thorfinn more focus is given to the other members of the cast like Askeladd and other historical figures such as Thorkell and Canute and their participation during the conflict of the era.

Similarity

Similar to the manga Berserk, Vinland Saga has intense action scenes, a large cast of complex characters, and interesting flashbacks. There are a lot of similarities with our protagonists in their early years, both being part of a mercenary group and getting full respect from the leader who gives them the most important missions. It also talks about childhood innocence, murder, sorrow, revenge, emptiness, redemption, and aspiration.

2.
Vagabond
- Mangaka: Takehiko Inoue, Eiji Yoshikawa
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Historical, Samurai
- Volumes: 37+
- Published: Sep 3, 1998 to present
Vagabond follows the exploits of Shinmen Takezo, who would eventually become the legendary sword-saint Miyamoto Musashi, and his childhood friend, Matahachi Honiden. The two begin the story as very different people, to begin with, both swear to become Invincible Under The Heavens, and their inherently different natures set them off on completely different life paths. Though based on a famous novel by Eiji Yoshikawa, it diverges from it in numerous ways to the point that it can stand on its own quite comfortably.

Similarity

Similar to Berserk, Vagabond has beautifully drawn scenes, awesome fight scenes, complex and mature themes, and amazingly done character growth. Both series have a memorable blend of flashbacks, flashforwards, and glimpses into the lives of others besides the main character. Both series have a way of leaving the reader pondering about what they’ve read for a long time after the manga has been put down.

1.
Claymore
- Mangaka: Norihiro Yagi
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror
- Volumes: 27
- Published: May 6, 2001 to Oct 4, 2014
The main focus of the story centers around an organization known as Claymore, that fights monsters known as Yoma. Being the only line of defense for mankind, the organizations dispatch female warriors that are half-human, and half-Yoma to fight these monsters. Clare, a member of the organization, is on a journey of vengeance, encountering different things on her journey and learning the sinister truth behind the Claymore Organization.

Similarity

Taking our last spot of manga series similar to Berserk is Claymore. Both series have an eerie atmosphere to them, with dark, mysterious, and tragic themes. Like Berserk, Claymore is a well-thought-out and compelling fantasy with well-drawn scenes, lovable and relatable characters, and amazing fight scenes. It’s a manga series I recommend every Berserk fan and new manga enthusiast should give a try.

Honorable Mentions

Monster
- Mangaka: Naoki Urasawa
- Genres: Mystery, Drama, Psychological, Seinen
- Volumes: 18
- Published: Dec 5, 1994 to Dec 20, 2001
Gantz
- Mangaka: Hiroya Oku
- Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Ecchi
- Volumes: 37
- Published: Jul 13, 2000 to Jun 20, 2013
The Horizon
- Mangaka: Ji-Hoon Jeong
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Psychological
- Volumes: 3
- Published: Mar 30, 2016 to Jul 21, 2016
Attack on Titan (Shingeki no Kyojin)
- Mangaka: Hajime Isayama
- Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Military, Mystery, Super Power
- Volumes: 34
- Published: Sep 9, 2009 to Apr 9, 2021
Chainsaw Man
- Mangaka: Tatsuki Fujimoto
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Demons
- Volumes: 11
- Published: Dec 3, 2018 to Dec 14, 2020
Dorohedoro
- Mangaka: Q Hayashida
- Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
- Volumes: 23
- Published: Nov 30, 2000 to Sep 12, 2018
Bestiarius
- Mangaka: Masasumi Kakizaki
- Genres: Action, Fantasy, Historical
- Volumes: 7
- Published: Feb 9, 2011 to Dec 25, 2018
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So that’s my 15 Manga To Read If You Loved Berserk with honorable mentions! What did you think? What do you think of Berserk? Did you like any of them? Do you think there is one I should have added? What would your list be? Thank you for sticking with me to the end of this list if you’re reading this.

Time to relax…

Till next time…Have an amazing weekend and I hope all your plans for it comes true!

Thanks for reading!
November 6, 2021
Inuyashiki: Perfect for Halloween and Horrible for Real Life
Inuyashiki is perfect for Halloween this year…if you’re a fan of morbid things and want to be scarred for life. It really depends on the type of anime you like and prefer to watch.

Since it’s October, I wanted to do a review for an anime that encompassed so many dark and creepy things for Halloween. A good spook (bonus points if you know where that’s from).

“Are my father and little brother dead too?”
“What does that matter? We were talking about One Piece.”
from Inuyashiki: Last Hero

Yup, that’s a direct quote from the anime. We already know that anime is…strange. It can cover a variety of niches and everyone can find a genre that they prefer. Inuyashiki is one of those specific types of anime shows that you watch if you prefer gore, horror, psychological torture, and the like. I made myself watch this anime in the name of wanting to do a review of a creepy anime in time for Halloween. Though I love creepy things like the paranormal and serial killers, this anime was hard to watch.

Trigger warning will be announced as there is a child harmed in this anime.
- Episodes: 11
- Studios: MAPPA
- Aired: Oct 13, 2017 to Dec 22, 2017
- Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Psychological
Inuyashiki Ichirou is our main character and protagonist. Aside from looking much older than he actually is, his entire family resents him, for seemingly no reason. He has no affection for his wife, as they sleep in different rooms of the house, and his children also give him no time of day at all. To make matters worse, Inuyashiki receives unfortunate news that he has got terminal cancer, and, feeling that he can’t tell anybody about this, keeps it to himself, suffering in silence all the more than before. After a trip to the park to cry alone, suddenly, ALIENS!

For no reason, and without any explanation at all, aliens accidentally kill both Inuyashiki and a man standing next to him, our main antagonist for this tale, Hiro (who just so happens to be standing next to him for some reason, but whatever).

Realizing their mistake, the aliens then rebuild both men, turning them into cyborgs in the process. Because, obviously, that’s just what you do. Also, if you think that the show will delve more into the aliens and why this all happened, prepare to be disappointed. It just happens and no explanation is given. Because well… anime.

Two Very Different Main Characters

Our main characters are vastly different and show themselves to clearly be the protagonist and antagonist. Ichiro is portrayed as a timid old man who has a hard time making friends. However, it’s shown that he has a heart of gold and works to help others. On the other hand, there’s Hiro. To put it simply, this guy is a sociopath that kills people. He appears to be kind and respectful but, throughout the show, it’s easy to see that he has a God-like complex of himself. He uses his powers to kill others simply for the thrill and because he can. He rivals Richard Ramirez and other notorious serial killers in my opinion, though in anime form.

Honestly, I think Hiro represents the worst of humanity. Through his killings, Hiro confesses that he “never felt so alive” while he does so. In other words, Hiro kills with little reason besides to feel. I really hate his character and the fact that they spend SEVEN episodes of him killing people.

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The killing of children comes across as rather tasteless and a pathetic attempt to seem edgier than it actually is; it’s essentially a shock factor, which reminded me a lot of Elfen Lied, albeit nowhere near as extreme as that show or Parasyte that showed a head being cut off. A lot of blood and gore, all for the sake of shock value.

People Just Idolize Hiro Because He’s “Hot” and it makes me barf

Okay, let’s first discuss a side character named Shion, who, after the news is revealed that Hiro is a murderer, and is thus on the run from the police, allows Hiro to stay with her and her Grandmother in her house as a means of protecting and hiding him since she doesn’t believe “he would do such a thing”. But, this makes no sense as there is no reason for Shion to believe that he isn’t a murderer as she knows nothing about him! To her, he is just a fellow classmate, and the only interaction that she has ever had with him was one case where she asked for Hiro to go out with her, confessing her feelings in the process, where he said, “Thanks” and walked away. So?

There is nothing to suggest otherwise that he is not the killer!

It always annoyed me how naïve she was in letting, essentially what is a stranger, inside her home. This isn’t the 60s/70s where serial killers were at an all-time high because people just let absolute strangers into their homes.

Oh, one final thing I want to rant about really quick is how each woman in the show, most particularly teenage girls, refer to Hiro as being “hot” or “cool” so much so that there have been several fan groups made about him, and when one girl, during the massacre of 100 people sees Hiro appear on her phone, she blushes and acts like a dumbass instead of being fearful for her life! Why is Hiro being idolized?

This is the guy who murdered babies for crying out loud! While the show does too seem to question this, as evident by a couple of police officers who are discussing this same fact, this part always bugged me, and I groaned to myself whenever a girl would comment about how “hot” Hiro was.

That final battle lasts 10 minutes.

10 episodes in and we finally have a battle between Hiro (who is NOT a Hero) and Ichirou, with 2 Episodes introducing each character and 7 episodes of the Antagonist killing people. This was too much for me but after each episode, I would watch Disney or a fluffy cartoon to help.

Maybe I am asking too much from an 11 episode series, but I was expecting more of a final battle. I figured there would be more and then out of nowhere the climactic battle between the two is over in a couple of minutes. The battle was lacking as well. They both get knocked out, go into Robo combat mode, and Inuyashiki just wins. We’ve been building up the assumption that Hiro is far more in control of his robotic body but then Inuyashiki doesn’t have any trouble whatsoever defeating him.

While both Hiro and Ichiro uses violence, they use it for completely different reasons. While Hiro feels alive through killing, Ichiro feels alive through saving others.

Psychopaths exist and so do heroes. You probably hear about them on the news every day. However, Hiro makes the news for the wrong reasons and it becomes clear that he wants to experiment with his powers and show off his God complex. While this all seems like nonsensational drama, it does actually does work as the show is able to use its violence to full effect.

From the police massacre to the destruction of aircrafts, it gives his insight on what Hiro is truly capable of and how far he goes to prove his point. My experience from this show made me realize that Hiro and Ichiro really show what humans are capable of when they are given powers beyond the natural law of order.

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All in all, this anime was hard to watch. If you want something creepy and gory to watch for Halloween that’s anime-related and not just Texas Chain Saw Massacre, this anime will be for you. But be warned though, it can be triggering for people who don’t like seeing children be harmed or gallons of blood.

Have you seen this anime already? What did you think? What are YOU watching for Halloween? Let us know in the comments below.

As always,

Keep Smiling!

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October 30, 2021
10 Best Anime Like Squid Game
Hello! 10 Best Anime Like Squid Game? If like everyone else, you’ve just finished Squid Game on Netflix, you are probably looking for anime similar to the series that has remained on the Netflix Top 10 List for weeks now. And is probably the biggest series ever from the streaming platform so far.

So are there anime shows with high-stakes games? With different games? Last man standing wins? With consequences? Betrayal and lots of gore? Yes yes there is, here are the 10 Best Anime Like Squid Game with honorable mentions in no particular order.

Anime Similar to Squid Game

10.
Battle Game in 5 Seconds

Deatte 5-byou de Battle
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: SynergySP, Vega Entertainment
- Aired: Jul 13, 2021 to Sep 28, 2021
- Genres: Action, Game, Super Power
At number 10 is Battle Game in 5 Seconds, the series follows high schooler Akira Shiroyanagi who is kidnapped with others, given a secret ability like the others, and forced to take part in trials that can entail anything from battle royales to even one-on-one duels that can lead to death.

Assumed dead like the others but unlike most of them finds the whole situation exciting, Akira decides to outsmart everyone standing in his way and unravel the enigma surrounding this mysterious organization.

Similarity

Battle Game in 5 Seconds like Squid Game has a shady, all-knowing, and mysterious organization. The plot follows a survival style with different challenges, lots of gore, thriller, and mind games where characters need their wit and sometimes pure luck to survive.

The characters in Battle Game in 5 Seconds also have their reasons and issues for wanting to win, and they are also trapped in an unfamiliar environment.

9.
King’s Game

Ousama Game The Animation
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Seven
- Aired: Oct 5, 2017 to Dec 21, 2017
- Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
King’s Game focuses on Nobuaki Kanazawa and his new high school class of 32 students, who all receive a text from someone called “The King” with specific tasks that gradually get more disturbing. With a time limit of 24 hours, and rules that state all students must participate, or be allowed to quit halfway, and the cost of failing death.

Will Nobuaki and his classmates be able to survive this horrific situation? Will it be everyone for themselves? Or will everyone be able to make it out alive?

Similarity

Like Squid Game, King’s Game has deadly games with an emphasis on time and teamwork also. It also has mystery, with the characters trying to figure out who’s behind the games. Both series also excels at showing the evil sadistic side of characters that seem innocent on the outside.

King’s Game is also a death game with gruesome deaths, with a similar atmosphere to Squid Games. Both series also have people forced into a game with rules-based off on a similar game that people are familiar with. And use the last man standing survival troupe, with both repeating the death game cycle over and over again.

8.
No Game, No Life
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Madhouse
- Aired: Apr 9, 2014 to Jun 25, 2014
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Supernatural, Ecchi
No Game, No Life follows two former shut-in NEET siblings, Sora and Shiro that are pulled into a parallel world by Tet, the “One True God” of this world, where everything is decided by games. In this world, humanity is ranked the lowest and least powerful. Will these two genius gamers become humanity’s saviors?

Similarity

Similar to Squid Game No Game, No Life has some very interesting and mysterious characters and involves characters being thrown into another world than what they are used to. Both series also have the main concept which revolves around playing games.

Though No Game, No Life like Squid Game has very smart and devious characters, with both series focusing on overcoming difficult odds and having determined characters, No Game, No Life is not as gory as the Squid Game.

7.
Gantz
- Episodes: 13
- Studios: Gonzo
- Aired: Apr 13, 2004 to Jun 22, 2004
- Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Ecchi
Somewhere in Tokyo is a room. In that room is a black sphere. That seems to randomly transfer people who are close to dying to this room. Once there, words appear on the sphere, Its name… Gantz, saying that everyone’s life there is over, and now everyone must play a game. With points awarded after the successful completion of these missions, to buy all sorts of otherworldly things from Gantz.

The games are always between life or death, becoming more and more tasking each time Gantz calls them back into the room and with no way to escape, will Kei Kurono and the rest of his group make it through these games?

https://youtu.be/vPiCTBE9rRc

Similarity

Similar to Squid Game, Gantz is a psychological thriller that focuses on human nature and violence. It puts characters into situations that test their morality to survive. Both series revolve around shock value and how it can be turned into a narrative device making you feel the character’s dread. Both series hardly pull their punches managing to horrify and move you at the same time.

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6.
Danganronpa: The Animation

Danganronpa: Kibou no Gakuen to Zetsubou no Koukousei The Animation
- Episodes: 13
- Studios: Lerche
- Aired: Jul 5, 2013 to Sep 27, 2013
- Genres: Horror, Mystery, Psychological, School
Danganronpa follows Makoto Naegi and his 15 classmates of the prestigious Hope’s Peak Academy, an elite high school that accepts only the most talented students. Students who successfully enroll receive their own unique titles, that suitably reflect their skills and traits. Makoto, an ordinary person with no special talents to speak of, gets the title “Super High School-Level Luck” after luckily getting admitted in.

Their first day at the school doesn’t go as planned though, they are trapped inside the school by Monokuma, the principal and literal bear of the school. The only way to escape is to play a game, they must all try killing one another without being discovered by their peers. However, if the other discovers the identity of the killer, he or she will be executed, and the game will continue till there is a victor.

Similarity

Danganronpa like Squid Games, is also a death game with gruesome deaths, with a similar atmosphere. Both series also have characters forced into a game with simple rules. Both series center on a set number of people being pushed to their absolute limit and a grand prize for the victor that will change their life for good.

5.
Eden of The East

Higashi no Eden
- Episodes: 11
- Studios: Production I.G
- Aired: Apr 10, 2009 to Jun 19, 2009
- Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Suspense
“Careless Monday” is a terrorist attack that saw ten missiles hit Japan, without harming anyone. Three months later Saki Morimi, a young woman currently in the USA on vacation meets Akira Takizawa, who has lost his memory during a misunderstanding. Only Akira is naked with a gun in one hand and a mobile phone in the other with 8,200,000,000 yen in digital cash!

Will the two be able to unravel the mystery behind Akira and survive the death game against other individuals with similar cell phones to Akira they are forced into?

Similarity

Another anime series like Squid Game is Eden of The East. Both series start with a phone, with both of them having this mysterious feel around the plot and characters, with both working behind the scenes for a larger vision. Both series also share the same theme: money and conspiracies involving shadowy organizations.

4.
Btooom!
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Madhouse
- Aired: Oct 4, 2012 to Dec 20, 2012
- Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Psychological
Ryouta Sakamoto is an unemployed NEET whose only real skill seems to be playing Btooom!, an online death game that involves bomb-throwing. On achieving 10th in the global ranking, he and others are kidnapped.

Ryouta finds himself stranded on an island in the middle of nowhere, with a small green crystal embedded in his left hand and no memory of how he got there. To his shock, someone or someones has decided to recreate the game Btooom! in real life, with the stakes being life or death. Will he be able to survive with Himiko and his other allies?

Similarity

Another anime show like Squid Game is Btooom! Both series have a character that is forced to play a game risking their lives together with other people. To escape the game, they have to beat the game following the rules they were given. Both main characters are incredibly dumb, with the setting of both series being the same having the players trapped on an island.

3.
The Future Diary

Mirai Nikki (TV)
- Episodes: 26
- Studios: asread.
- Aired: Oct 9, 2011 to Apr 15, 2012
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural, Suspense, Psychological
Yukiteru Amano is a high school student that has problems making friends, he copes by making himself a bystander in life and writing down everything he sees in his phone diary. He also creates an imaginary friend, Deus Ex Machina, the Lord of Time and Space.

Except Deus is real, and he’s forcing Yukiteru and 11 others to take part in a death game, with the last person standing becoming the new god of time and space. Will Yukiteru and his obsessive stalker and ally Yuno be able to survive the game?

https://youtu.be/cOmW9c43QkA

Similarity

Similar to Squid Game, The Future Diary both series are gory and have great female characters. Both series center around a group of people who are forced to play a game of killing one another to win a life-changing grand prize. Both series also feature a cast of diverse characters each with their own set of skills and personalities.

2.
Kakegurui
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: MAPPA
- Aired: Jul 1, 2017 to Sep 23, 2017
- Genres: Drama, Mystery, Game, Psychological, School
Hyakkaou Private Academy is a usual school for the rich, instead of priding itself purely on academic achievements, valuing strategic prowess and the ability to read people. Students gamble against each other for rank, money, and more.

The series follows Yumeko Jabami, a compulsive gambler, and Ryouta Suzui, a student ranked in the bottom one hundred, forced to serve his peers. Kakegurui is borderline insane with its take on gambling, bringing too many new cards to the table.

Similarity

Like Squid Game, Kakegurui also paints an environment where power and position are determined by a person’s sheer will to control fate with crazy gambling. Both have plenty of mind games and plots where people get themselves into situations where losing is not an option. Both series also covers similar themes of morality and contemplation of mental stability.

1.
Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor

Gyakkyou Burai Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor
- Episodes: 26
- Studios: Madhouse
- Aired: Oct 3, 2007 to Apr 2, 2008
- Genres: Game, Suspense, Psychological
Kaiji Itou is a good-for-nothing bum who steals hubcaps and drinks all day, that is until he meets Endou, a debt collector who claims Kaiji owes him 3,850,000 yen for a loan he cosigned for. Endou gives Kaiji two options – either spend years repaying the debt, or board a boat for one night to clear the debt.

On the boat players have to gamble with loaned money, which either ends with them winning, or getting into deeper debt and having to work to pay off their debts.

Similarity

Similar to Squid Game, Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor has a similar down on their luck protagonist. Both series have an amazing storyline, that keeps you guessing until the very end. Both series also put their main characters in psychologically distressing situations, and with their characters having to rise above the challenges and owning their fates. Plus, both can be very emotional.

Honorable Mentions of Anime similar to Squid Game

Deadman Wonderland
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Manglobe
- Aired: Apr 17, 2011 to Jul 3, 2011
- Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
Gleipnir
- Episodes: 13
- Studios: Pine Jam
- Aired: Apr 5, 2020 to Jun 28, 2020
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural, Ecchi
Darwin’s Game
- Episodes: 11
- Studios: Nexus
- Aired: Jan 4, 2020 to Mar 21, 2020
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Super Power
Death Parade
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Madhouse
- Aired: Jan 10, 2015 to Mar 28, 2015
- Genres: Drama, Mystery, Suspense, Game, Psychological
Alice in Borderland

Imawa no Kuni no Alice (OVA)
- Episodes: 3
- Studios: SILVER LINK., Connect
- Aired: Oct 15, 2014 to Feb 16, 2015
- Genres: Action, Supernatural, Suspense, Psychological
High-Rise Invasion

Tenkuu Shinpan
- Episodes: 12
- Studios: Zero-G
- Aired: Feb 25, 2021
- Genres: Action, Horror, Mystery
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That’s my 10 best anime like Squid Game with honorable mentions. Did you think I missed one? Have you seen any of them yet? Did you like any of them? What did you think of Squid Game? Talk to me down below. I would love to hear your thoughts.

Till next time…Remember you are the best, you can be right now, today, tomorrow, and the day after.

Thanks for reading!
October 16, 2021
Is Invincible worth watching?
It’s okay to be scared. It’s natural to doubt yourself, but if you can push through that, and do what needs to be done, you’ll do just fine.
Nolan Grayson (Omni-Man)

Is Invincible worth watching? Season 1 of Invincible is a show when I first saw the trailer for, I wasn’t completely hooked on it but was interested to see its take on heroes. Mainly because I am a sucker for coming-of-age stories, action, and the 2000s animated style I got from it.

Based on the 2003 Invincible comics by Robert Kirkman, The TV series has gotten a lot of popularity, becoming a modern superhero icon with all the memes, clips, and reviews. After watching the series I wanted to share my thoughts of the series, and though late to the party I finally got around to writing it out.

Invincible (TV series)
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Super Powers, Thriller
- Studios: Skybound Entertainment
- Episodes: 8
- Aired: March 25, 2021
Plot Summary

The series follows Mark Grayson/Invincible, a 17-year-old teen that has just gained superpowers and hopes to live up to the legend of his dad Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man (the greatest superhero on earth—according to him). We follow his struggles to learn his newfound abilities, make tough decisions, an awkward love triangle and all the realism of an actual hero living in a world like ours.

What did I think?

Invincible is one of the year’s most surprising and best superhero series. Fair warning if you haven’t seen it yet it’s quite dark and gory sometimes, definitely not an animated series for kids, but in the shows defense isn’t that how realistic superhero shows should be? (i.e. made for adult audiences is what I mean by my argument)

Kirkman comics are always interesting and Invincible is not an exception, it merges various plot elements that we have seen time and gain from series in its genre but it works. That is probably the reason it’s so highly praised.

STORY

Invincible is a properly written series that, as I said earlier, mixes a lot of superhero tropes that we have seen repeatedly but strangely enough works, I wasn’t tired of seeing again this time around in Invincible.

The series was well written, with its mature modern take on superheroes and what family is. It strikes a perfect balance between comedy and some really emotional scenes and with great moral thoughts kept into the series. Invincible really seemed to tell a lot, maybe because it was animated so they could explore a lot more with the characters.

Invincible is an excellent series to recommend to someone who’s not really into the superhero genre but loves action and a show that can build tension. Invincible knows just how to keep you invested in the mysteries and the characters in the story.

Watching the series you can see a lot of thought and effort was kept into the plot and lore of the world. Though at first glance Invincible looks like a parody of different shows, the series has a way of painting scenarios as gray, that you can’t always easily categorize characters as good or bad, because there is usually a reasonable reason they do what they do.

CHARACTER

The protagonist and other characters of Invincible are very likable. To the point, I care about them, their hopes, their dreams, where they are going, and where they are coming from. The characters know how to build off each other, easily creating tension and making a plot premise that isn’t completely new, very refreshing to watch.

Watching Mark, an awkward teenager with superpowers, try to navigate and balance everything was interesting, especially his relationship with Amber and his kind of love interest Eve. And his interactions with his family, friends, and fellow heroes.

Character development wasn’t for only our protagonist though we get to see Eve and other heroes develop too. But Eve finding her own way was great to see. They really fleshed every character out and we got to see what makes them how they are.

There are many interesting layers to the cast of characters that was probably why there were so many A-lists lending their voice to the series. Every character served a purpose for the progression of the plot. I ended up leaving the Invincible TV series interested in seeing how each character’s story would go.

Animation

The animation quality for Invincible was great. It reminded me of early Saturday morning cartoons. They well-designed characters so that it was easy to differentiate them from one another. They also choreographed fight scenes well, so that everything felt believable.

I also want to mention character design again, their design fits perfectly with the characters they are supposed to portray well. The world was so well done and felt very lived in. I really loved seeing the outer-space worlds, nature, and other fictional places, even glimpses of them.

Sound

The sound and music are really wonderful. And it really helps in complementing the narrative and building tension. None of the sounds felt misplaced, and they knew the right time to add music to set the mood for some fight scenes, reveals, or coming of age scenes that made the experience more fleshed-out.

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Favorite moment?

Episode 2 of Invincible. We got to see another side of Omni-Man and it was fun to watch.

Least favorite moment?

There were some but if I have to narrow them down, it would have to be between two. Probably because everything that could go wrong, did go wrong in these scenes.

Episode 5 of Invincible.

Episode 7 of Invincible.

Favorite character?

Battle Beast and Omni-Man are pretty cool but I would have to pick?

Rex Splode

Rex is pretty unfiltered, lazy, and funny but there is more to him than what you see at first glance. Even though he acts like he doesn’t care, he cares a lot for his teammates and those around him, but he can be very self-sabotaging and immature sometimes.

Art Rosenbaum

Art is someone that seems like he would have a lot of interesting stories to tell. Plus, he’s like Iron Man just without the cool suit.

Least favorite character?

Titan

He is pretty cool but don’t like the way he does things.

What did I learn?

What I learned from Invincible;
1. You don’t have to be the best version of anyone but yourself.
2. Believe in yourself.
3. Good friends and family are scarce so don’t mess it up if you have them.
4. Doing the right thing is not always easy and can be scary sometimes.
5. Once you know you have done the best you can at your current abilities don’t dwell on the negatives except if it’s to improve yourself apart from that don’t get depressed, “they did not build Roman in a day”.
Would I watch more?

YES!!!!! Invincible is an interesting series, with a lot of superhero tropes we have seen before but still done well, going further than most to explore what it really means to be a hero. I would definitely love to watch another season to see how everyone’s story goes.

Invincible is worth watching and always recommending to fans of the superhero genre, new beginners in the genre, or anyone really, as long as they don’t mind some really gory scenes.

When is Invincible Season 2 Release Date?

As of now, there is no official release date mentioned from any of the staff or studio. But, we know they have renewed Invincible for seasons 2 and 3. Animation production takes longer, but with proper funding and more staff maybe we could see it back as early as next year.

Also, Robert Kirkman has talked about the series running for a decade with plenty of comic material to adapt.

Oh, I didn’t get to talk about Cecil Stedman (right) but he’s pretty cool too.

So with that, I am done! What do you think? Have you seen Invincible? What are your feelings about it? What are your favorite or least favorite moments? what character did you like? am I droning on? Drop a comment below and let us know what you think!

Till next time… Remember whatever is meant to be will be!

Thanks for reading!
October 2, 2021
10 Anime Anyone Who Loves Jujutsu Kaisen Should Watch
Anime like Jujutsu Kaisen? Jujutsu Kaisen (Sorcery Fight) is a hugely popular anime series and now manga after its anime release struck a chord among anime fans and critics. It won the fifth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards for the Anime of the Year award, with a recent explosion in sales of the manga and some going so far as calling it the future of shounen.

Before we get started on our 10 anime like Jujutsu Kaisen recommendations, for our readers who have not watched the series yet. Let’s have a really quick summary on what the series is all about.

Jujutsu Kaisen (TV)
- Studios: MAPPA
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: Fall 2020
Plot Summary

Hidden in plain sight, an age-old conflict rages on. Supernatural monsters known as “Curses” terrorize humanity from the shadows, and powerful humans known as “Jujutsu” sorcerers use mystical arts to exterminate them. When high school student Yuuji Itadori finds a dried-up finger of the legendary Curse Sukuna Ryoumen, he suddenly joins this bloody conflict.

In no particular order, here are the top 10 anime like Jujutsu Kaisen!

Similar Anime to Jujutsu Kaisen

10. The God of Highschool
- Studios: Sunrise
- Episodes: 26
- Aired: Fall 2003
Plot Summary

The “God of High School” is a fierce competition held between Korean high school students to determine the best fighter among them. All styles of martial arts and weapons are allowed. The ultimate prize? The winner’s deepest desire will be granted, no matter the cost.

Similarity

The God of Highschool like Jujutsu Kaisen is a stylish shounen anime, with three main characters each with their own backstory, a strong lead that doesn’t know his own strength, an evil nemesis that’s always scheming and like Jujutsu Kaisen, The God of Highschool is an anime that keeps you at the edge of your seat when the fights begin.

9. Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Episodes: 112 + OVA
- Aired: Fall 1992
Plot Summary

Yusuke Urameshi was a tough teen delinquent until one selfless act changed his life… by ending it. When he died saving a little kid from a speeding car, the afterlife didn’t know what to do with him, so it gave him a second chance at life. Now, Yusuke is a ghost with a mission, performing good deeds at the behest of Botan, the ferrywoman of the River Styx, and Koenma, the pacifier-sucking judge of the dead.

Similarity

Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files is another similar anime to Jujutsu Kaisen, with its art style, the lovable main cast of characters, fearsome non-human supernatural entities, beautiful fight scenes, themes of friendship, determination, and well-done world-building.

8. Kyokou Suiri (In/Spectre)
- Studios: Brain’s Base
- Episodes: 12
- Aired: Winter 2020
Plot Summary

At the young age of 11, Kotoko Iwanaga was abducted by youkai for two weeks and asked to become their “God of Wisdom,” a mediator between the spirit and human worlds, to which the girl quickly agreed but at the cost of her right eye and left leg. Now, six years later, whenever youkai wish for their problems to be solved, they make their way to Kotoko for consultation.

Similarity

Another similar anime to Jujutsu Kaisen on our list will have to be In/Spectre, both casts have to deal with the supernatural that disturbs humans and both series have a goofy and funny side to them.

7. Noragami (Noragami: Stray God)
- Studios: Bones
- Episodes: 12 + OVA
- Aired: Winter 2014
Plot Summary

As a relatively unknown minor deity with no worshippers, Delivery God Yato takes on odd jobs for only five yen, intending to amass a fortune large enough to buy himself a shrine. But besides obscurity, he has another problem: his “Shinki,” or weapon partner, has resigned, tired of being with a homeless god. Left with no weapon, Yato takes on more jobs, hoping to find a new partner soon.

Similarity

In our 10 Anime anyone who loves Jujutsu Kaisen should watch, comes Noragami with its beautiful visuals and fight sequences, monsters, well-executed plot on backstories and some of the warm feelings you get from watching Jujutsu Kaisen.

6. Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba)
- Studios: ufotable
- Episodes: 26 + ONA
- Aired: Spring 2019
Plot Summary

Tanjirou Kamado lives with his impoverished family on a remote mountain. As the oldest sibling, he took upon the responsibility of ensuring his family’s livelihood after the death of his father. On a cold winter day, he goes down to the local village to sell some charcoal. As dusk falls, he is forced to spend the night in the house of a curious man who cautions him of strange creatures that roam the night: malevolent demons who crave human flesh.

Similarity

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba like Jujutsu Kaisen protagonist’s shares the same philosophy “that everyone should have a proper death no matter who or what they are”, both series have a supernatural theme and both have an elite group formed to keep the world safe.

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5. Hunter x Hunter (2011)
- Studios: Madhouse
- Episodes: 148
- Aired: Fall 2011
Plot Summary

Hunters are a special breed, dedicated to tracking down treasures, magical beasts, and even other men. But such pursuits require a license, and less than one in a hundred thousand can pass the grueling qualification exam. Those who pass gain access to restricted areas, amazing stores of information, and the right to call themselves Hunters.

Similarity

Hunter x Hunter (2011) is an anime that is like Jujutsu Kaisen with its themes on horror, unique use of powers, amazing world building, lovable characters and just the way it balances its more serious moments with lighthearted ones.

4. Naruto
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Episodes: 220 + OVA
- Aired: Fall 2002
Plot Summary

Whenever Naruto Uzumaki proclaims he will someday become the Hokage—a title given upon the best ninja in the Village Hidden in the Leaves—no one takes him seriously. Since birth, his fellow villagers have shunned and ridiculed him. But their contempt isn’t because Naruto is loud-mouthed, mischievous, or because of his ineptitude in the ninja arts, but because there is a demon inside him. Before Naruto’s birth, the powerful and deadly Nine-Tailed Fox attacked the village.

Similarity

Honestly, the whole Naruto series could fit our list of anime similar to Jujutsu Kaisen. Apart from the main protagonist’s original hair colors, both have another powerful being inside them that tries to take control of their body, a senior white-haired senpai, they both fight to help others and don’t get me started on the bromance and rivalry.

3. Bleach
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Episodes: 366 + OVA
- Aired: Fall 2004
Plot Summary

Ichigo Kurosaki has always seen ghosts, but this ability doesn’t change his life nearly as much as his close encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper and member of the mysterious Soul Society. While fighting a Hollow, an evil spirit that preys on humans who display psychic energy, Rukia attempts to lend Ichigo some of her powers so that he can save his family, but much to her surprise, Ichigo absorbs every drop of her energy. Now a full-fledged Soul Reaper himself, Ichigo quickly learns that the world he inhabits is one full of danger.

Similarity

Bleach is an anime similar to Jujutsu Kaisen, thanks to its over-the-top action scenes, supernatural themes, memorable characters, humor, a ranking system for fighters, world-building, and similar art style.

2. Ao no Exorcist (Blue Exorcist)
- Studios: A-1 Pictures
- Episodes: 25 + OVA
- Aired: Spring 2011
Plot Summary

After a fight with his foster father Shirou Fujimoto, Rin Okumura’s life is transformed overnight when Rin is revealed to be the son of the demon lord Satan, king of the demonic realm of Gehenna. Soon after, his foster father becomes possessed and dies at the hands of Satan, leaving Rin and his twin brother Yukio alone in the world. Seeking revenge for Fujimoto’s death, Rin attends True Cross Academy with Yukio to become an exorcist and join the Knights of the True Cross.

Similarity

Blue Exorcist is another interesting shounen like Jujutsu Kaisen and follows the same plot direction. Both protagonists live a normal life till something unexpected happens, both protagonists move to a new city and school that focuses on keeping the world safe. With supernatural themes, interesting characters, and stylish battles, Blue Exorcist is a must-see series like Jujutsu Kaisen.

1. Kemono Jihen
- Studios: Ajia-Do
- Episodes: 12
- Aired: Winter 2021
Plot Summary

When dead animals mysteriously start appearing in a remote village, a specialist from Tokyo named Kohachi Inugami is brought in to identify the cause. Upon arriving, Inugami finds a young boy named Kabane working in the fields and quickly befriends him, eventually bringing him on to help solve the case.

Similarity

Kemono Jihen takes our last spot on the list of 10 Anime anyone who loves Jujutsu Kaisen should watch, even though the major characters are children, both anime have supernatural themes, amazing battles, cool characters and a beautiful art style. I love how some episodes left me wondering if the morally right thing to do was actually the right decision.

Honorable Mentions

Majutsushi Orphen (Orphen)
- Studios: J.C.Staff
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: Fall 1998
Kyoukai no Kanata (Beyond the Boundary)
- Studios: Kyoto Animation
- Episodes: 12 + OVA
- Aired: Fall 2013
Beelzebub
- Studios: Pierrot Plus
- Episodes: 60
- Aired: Winter 2011
Enen no Shouboutai (Fire Force)
- Studios: David Production
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: Summer 2019
Air Gear
- Studios: Toei Animation
- Episodes: 25
- Aired: Spring 2006
Sousei no Onmyouji (Twin Star Exorcists)
- Studios: Studio Pierrot
- Episodes: 50
- Aired: Spring 2016
Kekkai Sensen & Beyond (Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond)
- Studios: Bones
- Episodes: 12 + OVA
- Aired: Fall 2017
Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu (Parasyte: the maxim)
- Studios: Madhouse
- Episodes: 24
- Aired: Fall 2014
Boku no Hero Academia (My Hero Academia)
- Studios: Bones
- Episodes: 13
- Aired: Spring 2016
Mob Psycho 100
- Studios: Bones
- Episodes: 12
- Aired: Summer 2016
So that’s my 10 Anime anyone who loves Jujutsu Kaisen should watch list! What do you think? Have you seen any of them? Or have you seen one? Did you like it? Do you think there is an anime I left out? What are your thoughts on Jujutsu Kaisen? Tell us down in the comment section, and thanks so much for reading!

Till next time… stay amazing!
June 1, 2021
Just who was Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado’s Father?

Just who was Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado’s Father? Was Tanjiro Kamado’s Father A Demon Slayer? What’s the secret behind Tanjiro’s Hanafuda Earrings? Is Tanjiro’s Father the Key to Demon Slayer? and Do we get the secret of Tanjiro’s Father Revealed in Season 2 of Demon Slayer? Hey and welcome! These are all the questions we will try to look at today.

With the second season of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba airing sometime this year 2021, hopefully. We thought it was time to answer some of the burning questions we might all have before the next season rolls in. And from here on we will be mostly calling Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado’s father by his name, Tanjuro.

Just who was Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado’s Father?

Who was Tanjuro Kamado?

Tanjuro Kamado was a quiet, calculating, forgiving and respectable person. He didn’t like to stand out so maybe that is why not much has been said about his earlier life, before marrying his wife Kie Kamado and having children Tanjiro Kamado, Nezuko Kamado, Takeo Kamado, Hanako Kamado, Shigeru Kamado, and Rokuta Kamado. (suspicious and that’s a lot of kids!!!)

He would regularly lecture Tanjiro about life. But even with his peaceful approach to life, he would show his immense physical prowess in saving his family from danger and they really loved him.

In his last years, he was a wise but sick and frail man. He died before the slaughter of his wife and youngest children by Muzan Kibutsuji.

Was Tanjiro Kamado’s Father A Demon Slayer?

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is an anime that has created quite a following and that means a lot of fan theories and questions about the series have emerged. And one of them I think everyone has been curious about was if Tanjiro Kamado’s father, Tanjurou, is a Hashira/Demon Slayer or not. Especially after watching a certain episode.

Where Muzan has a flashback and we see a shadow resembling a grown-up Tanjiro with a similar scar standing over a defeated Muzan. That would explain why Muzan paid his family a visit after his father’s death, or why Tanjiro’s father is shown dancing the Dance of Sun/Fire God.

Hello Shadowy man are you Tanjiro and Nezuko father?

So who was this mysterious shadowy man and was Tanjuro Kamado a demon slayer? Well, to answer the question… No Tanjuro (Tanjiro’s and Nezuko’s father) was not a demon slayer. The shadowy figure we saw in Muzan’s flashback is not Tanjuro but Yoriichi Tsugikuni, a powerful and skilled swordsman among the Demon Slayer Corps.

What’s the secret behind Tanjiro’s Hanafuda Earrings?

When Muzan Kibutsuji sees Tanjiro’s Hanafuda earrings, he sends two of his subordinates after the young Demon Slayer. Why was Muzan shaken by them and what’s the connection of the Hanafuda earrings with the Demon Slayer world?

The Hanafuda Earrings in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, were for Yoriichi Tsukune made by his mother and were given to the Kamado family as a gift during a stay at their home. Since then it has been passed down in the Kamado family along with the Sun Breathing technique through the dance of the fire god technique.

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Is Tanjiro’s Father the Key to Demon Slayer?

Yes, It’s thanks to Tanjuro Kamado’s connection to the demon slayer world Tanjiro can learn the Dance of Sun/Fire God or Sun Breathing technique. He also helps in inspiring Tanjiro and Nezuko. It’s through their talks we have Tanjiro as the protagonist we have today.

Do we get the secret of Tanjiro’s Father Revealed in Season 2 of Demon Slayer?

Maybe, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 2 will probably be out in September or October 2021. So yes, I think we can expect to learn a bit more about the Kamado family and their connection to Yoriichi Tsukune.

On that note I am done! What are your thoughts on Tanjuro Kamado or Just the whole Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba series let me know down below.

Till next time… Keep Moving Forward!

May 18, 2021
The Ultimate One Piece Filler List Anime Guide
The Ultimate One Piece Filler List Anime Guide? One Piece is one of the longest-running anime on the air right now, based on a manga that is just as long and nowhere near finishing up yet. The anime started in 1999 and the series has almost 1000 episodes as of writing this post.

What is One Piece?

As a child, Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming the King of the Pirates. But his life changed when he accidentally gained the power to stretch like rubber…at the cost of never being able to swim again! Now Luffy, with the help of a motley collection of nakama, is setting off in search of “One Piece,” said to be the greatest treasure in the world…

One Piece is a long-running shounen anime and is one of the most favourite anime and manga series among fans. And with many successful years comes filler episodes so this guide will help you decide how you want to watch these episodes for new and existing fans of the series who personally might hate fillers coming between them and an exciting arc.

With that said, let’s have a look at the One Piece filler list guide!

One Piece Filler Episodes List

Only Fillers: Episode 54-61, 98-99, 101-102, 131-143, 196-206, 220-226, 279-283, 291-292, 303, 317-319, 326-336, 382-384, 406-407, 426-429, 457-458, 492, 542, 575-578, 590, 626-628, 747-750, 775, 780-782, 807, 881, 895-896 and episode 907.

Canon Mixed with Fillers: Episode 1, 34, 46-47, 68-69, 96-97, 100, 227, 354, 421, 425, 488-489, 510, 520, 536, 551, 574, 625, 633, 653, 657, 679, 690, 731, 751, 771, 777-778, 783, 787-789, 793, 798-803, 810, 816, 820-822, 825-826, 830, 835, 838-839, 841-842, 846, 849-850, 853, 855, 859, 863, 868, 872-873, 878-879, 882-885, 887-890, 898, 902, 910, 912, 914-915, 917, 924, and episode 934.

One Piece Fillers Worth Watching List! (ultimate anime guide)

Apis Arc (Episodes 54–61)

Also known as The Warship Island Arc and with a total of 8 episodes. It takes place after the East Blue Saga and before the Straw Hat Pirates go into the Grand Line. Luffy and his crew help a little girl named Apis and her Dragon friend Ryu, to fly again and saved them from marines.

Post-Alabasta Arc (Episodes 131-135)

The Post-Alabasta Arc has 5 episodes and occurs immediately after the Alabasta Arc. Each episode is a standalone story featuring a different member of the Straw Hat crew each episode apart from Luffy and Nico Robin. Each episode looks at each member’s goal and past.

Goat Island Arc (Episode 136-138)

The Goat Island Arc is 3 episodes long and happens right after the Post-Alabasta Arc. The Straw Hat Crew comes across an island inhabited by an old man and his goats while hiding from Marine ships. They play various games with the old man, losing and winning back their belongings from him.

Rainbow Mist arc (Episodes 139-143)

The Rainbow Mist arc is 5 episodes long and begins with Luffy and the rest of the Going Merry crew being chased by Marines. Ending up on Ruluka island, where an old pirate turned dictator is placing heavy taxes on the citizens to help to construct the Rainbow Tower.

G-8 Arc (Episode 196–206)

The G-8 Arc comes after the Sky Island Saga and is 11 episodes long. After the Straw Hat crew return from Sky land instead of returning back to the sea, they land in a heavily fortified Marine base. From here their story begins to reclaim their ship and escape.

Ocean Dream Arc (Episode 220–224)

The Ocean’s Dream Arc is 5 episodes and is based on the One Piece Playstation video game of the same name. Everyone on the ship, except for Robin, loses their memory, there is a fight between Luffy and Zoro and a mysterious boy is responsible for it all.

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Foxy’s Return Arc (Episode 225–226)

This filler is 1 episode long and sees Foxy, Porche and Hamburg return aboard the Going Merry till they find their ship.

Ice Hunter Arc (Episode 326-335)

The Ice Hunter Arc is a 10 episode filler that takes place on Ice Island. The Accino Family are a family of bounty hunters, who want to collect the bounties on the Straw Hat pirates heads and have set a trap to capture them.

Spa Island Arc (Episode 382-384)

The Spa Island Arc is 3 episodes long and sees the Straw Hat crew help two sisters finish their father’s research. There is also a lot of spa fan service in this episode because what anime is truly complete without one.

Little East Blue Arc (Episode 426-429)

The Little East Blue Arc is a 4 episode arc meant to tie into the One Piece Film: Strong World. The Straw Hat crew reach an island that is pretty much a replica of East Blue, where many of them are from and help stop the evil Largo and Amigo Pirates ambitious plans.

Z’s Ambition Arc (Episode 575-578)

Z’s Ambition Arc is a 4 episode arc that occurs after the time skip and is a prologue to the film, One Piece Film: Z. Luffy and his crew are in the New World, where they help the daughter of an innocent man free her father from Vice-admiral Momomga.

Ceasar Retrieval Arc (Episode 626-628)

This arc is 3 episodes long and takes place following the defeat of Caesar Clown and his capture to be used to defeat Doflamigo and Kaido. In this filler arc, a mysterious person kidnaps Caesar and now Luffy and Law try to get him back.

Silver Mine Arc (Episode 747-750)

The Silver Mine Arc is another filler arc with 4 episodes and takes place as a set up for the One Piece Film: Gold. Luffy meets Bartolomeo again when they are kidnapped by the Silver Mine Alliance. Now they must fight their way through the mine to escape.

Marine Rookie Arc (Episode 780-782)

The Marine Rookie Arc takes place before the Cake Island arc and is 3 episodes. After Luffy eats all the food supplies that the Sanji Retrieval Team had and is close to starving, they decide to break into a Marine base to restock their food supply.

Cidre Guild Arc (Episodes 895-896)

Cidre Guild Arc is a 2 episodes filler and is a tie-in to the One Piece: Stampede film. When the Thousand Sunny needs colas to reach Wano, Luffy goes to get some at the Cidre Guild run by a group of bounty hunters. He runs into Boa Hancock on his way there and the two face off against the bounty hunters.

Wano Country Arc (Episode 907)

The Wano Country Arc currently has only 1 filler episode and retells Luffy’s pirate adventure with some changes. Like Luffy being inspired to become a pirate by his grandfather, who is a pirate himself rather than a marine.

Why One Piece Filler Episodes are Worth Watching?

Maybe it’s the completionist in me but I feel you miss out a bit on what One Piece is about when you skip these episodes, it is about the journey. One Piece is an adventure story filled with a lot of action, but it’s also one of the best comedy anime and I think it’s in the fillers that the Straw Hat Pirates really find themselves in really hilarious situations.

The filler episodes are definitely not boring and with One Piece already so far along, does taking time to watch these episodes really make any difference in your catching up to where the series is currently at. Also, the One Piece filler episodes are actually just 10% of the whole series.

So with that, I am done! Hope this helps you, let me know what you think in the comment section below. What’s your experience been with One Piece?

Till next time…Let your Nakama know you Love them!
May 2, 2021
Are you ready for Dragon Raja x Evangelion?

The “Angels” are coming, it’s time to suit up!
Dragon Raja x Evangelion

Creating a graphically stunning fantasy open MMORPG world is definitely not an easy task, especially a gigantic and immersive one that really gives you the feeling of free movement and the choice to really create your own adventure. I know this first hand because I have been thinking of going into game development someday.

A company that really seems to want to create the experience I was talking about above is the developers at Archosaur Games that brought us, Dragon Raja. The epic MMORPG: Dragon Raja has been released for over one year now. Up until now, this futuristic anime setting mobile MMORPG has gained over seven million registration and growing. Dragon Raja has also won the Best Game Prize of the 16th IMGA awards. And there are more surprises waiting for all the players…

Before we continue this post was brought to you earlier thanks to Dragon Raja, an incredible Fantasy MMORPG with stunning graphics created with Unreal Engine 4.

This time, Dragon Raja is launching a huge collaboration with the famous Japanese anime series: Evangelion! In case you don’t know, this famous animation Evangelion is an iconic anime series first released in 1995, and became a hit in Japan and all over the world since then. According to the development team at Archosaur Games, they have been preparing for this collaboration for more than half a year. The collaboration brings players abundant subplots and in-game details to explore. For example, you will find the sky unusual in different places at certain times. Players will be able to participate in the time-limited activities to fight the “Angels”.

Another interesting thing that is planned, during this collaboration, is the special collaboration content: Evangelion Test Type-01 will be available! Purple and green with its sharp line, no one should miss out on this extraordinary Evangelion! At the same time, four Evangelion Collaboration outfits and accessories are also prepared for players. This is going to be one of the biggest activities since the Dragon Raja release.

If you are a Dragon Raja player, you will get to explore the grand and vivid open world. Players can explore freely just like in the real world. Having hilarious falls on snowy nights, having a cup of coffee by the open-air café, or soaking in a hot spring are some of the common memories shared by Dragon Raja players. There are tons of different fun and real interactions to discover in the Dragon Raja world for players. And it’s incredibly stunning graphics is also one of the reasons that the game is so popular. Developed by using the advanced Unreal Engine 4. Dragon Raja brings unbelievably high graphics on mobile devices for the first time in MMORPG history. The quality of the pictures is so real that you can find all the true details on its architecture, which are built in different styles from all over the world.

Instead of mediocrely fun of other MMORPGs, Dragon Raja wants to keep bringing its players new stories, new classes and even different collaboration activities, keeping players always on their toes and interested in exploration of the world. And is exactly the reason why after a year Dragon Raja is still going strong. Dragon Raja will continue to bring more surprises to us many years from now.

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Overall

Dragon Raja is a great MMORPG that has gotten all its fundamentals right, is extremely fun to play and interact in. You could easily get lost in the game as a fan of MMORPG and with the Dragon Raja x Evangelion collaboration it’s now a game for anime fans who loved Evangelion. You should definitely give Dragon Raja x Evangelion a shot.

Till next time…Happy Gaming!

April 15, 2021
Wakfu: First Impressions and Season 4?
Wakfu is a anime-influenced French animated television series produced by Ankama Animation, based on the video game Wakfu. It’s not the first game to become an anime. Angels of Death also did this as well as IB and a few others.

The plot of Wakfu revolves around a 12-year-old boy Yugo. He goes in search of his real parents along with his friends. The group is commonly known as “The Brotherhood of the Tofu.” The search starts following a mysterious man leaves him with a villager at a very early age. Although, at the age of 12, Yugo realizes that he is not only on a mission to find his parents but also to free the world of evil. The fans are expecting more episodes to get the answers to the unsolved mysteries.

When I heard about Wakfu I thought it’d be underwhelming. I mean, a french anime based off of a game? Boy was I wrong. The animation in this series is absolutely gorgeous and fresh. To my knowledge it was animated in flash which earns it points in my book because flash is quite hard to work with sometimes. Especially for large projects like this one. If you’re bored and looking for an interesting anime to watch I’d HIGHLY recommend this series. Although, be warned. By the end you’ll find yourself begging for more and at a loss as to what to do next.

Season 4 Coming?

Wakfu has released three successful seasons so far. And now, the fans are awaiting a new season featuring the unanswered questions as well as the cliffhangers. Is Wakfu renewed for another season? If so, when will it release?

On May 7, 2020, Ankama announced that season 4, intended as the final chapter of the story, is currently in development and a Kickstarter campaign to fund its production was launched on June 8, 2020.

Ankama said this in their announcement…

“The production of an animated series depends directly on its financing. Each episode costs hundreds of thousands of euros, and producing a complete season takes several years, during which time we need to pay the artists’ salaries, the utility bills and lots of other expenses, even while the series itself isn’t generating any income.

This is why a series can only be produced with the help of one or more distributors who, beyond merely taking interest in a project, commit to supporting the creation of the series all the way through to broadcast, ensuring that it reaches its target audience.

Unfortunately, WAKFU’s evolution toward more mature themes has been an obstacle to this process so far. We still haven’t managed to convince the distributors to help us with this project, although we’re continuing our talks with them!

We’ve got one card left up our sleeve: funding the creation of season 4 ourselves, with your help. And who knows? Maybe proving our shared passion for this new chapter will be enough to convince one or more distributors!

So let’s do this, everyone! Let’s create the next chapter in the epic tale of the Brotherhood of the Tofu together! “

You can help donate to the kickstarter HERE

Wakfu Characters

Yugo

Yugo is the main protagonist of the Wakfu. He is a good-natured 12-year-old- Eliatrope and a brother of dragon Adamaï. As an Eliatrope, Yugo is capable of creating portals that he can use to transport himself or other objects across short distances. He seems to be intimately connected to the world’s history. Adventurous and kind-hearted almost to a fault, Yugo’s quest to find out what happened to his people starts off the plot.

He’s cute and one of my favorite characters. In one episode when Vampyro tries to take his soul, they can’t because he’s too pure. And I believe it. He is a precious sunshine child and we need to protect him!

Amalia Sheran Sharm

Amalia Sheran Sharm (or Amalia for short) is one of the main characters of the Wakfu. She is the princess of the Sadida Kingdom, but isn’t terribly fond of her royal duties and would much rather go out adventuring, often dragging a bemused Evangelyne in tow. Tagging along with Yugo mostly on a whim, she sometimes comes off as sheltered and immature, but won’t hesitate to take responsibility when necessary.

She does annoy me at times with her selfishness and can be a bit obnoxious but later seasons have seen her improve.

Sir Percedal of Sadlygrove

Sir Percedal of Sadlygrove (called Tristepin de Percedal in French dub) or Dally for short, is one of the main characters of the Wakfu. He is a 16-year-old Iop who shows that he has strength rather than smarts. An Iop and Shushu Guardian, Percedal first encountered Yugo while being possessed by the Shushu he was supposed to guard; after Yugo smacked him out of it, Percedal swore a debt to him. He’s a talented swordsman and a loyal ally, but he’s also impulsive and sometimes arrogant, which often gets him into trouble.
- Rubilax
Rubilax is a major Shushu (a demon imprisoned in an object) imprisoned in a sword and is guarded by Percedal.

Ruel Stroud

Ruel Stroud is one of the main characters of the Wakfu. As an Enutrof and old friend of Yugo’s adoptive father, Alibert, Ruel was told to set off with Yugo and keep him safe. Like most Enutrofs, getting Ruel to do anything that’s not in his own interest is an uphill battle, and his selfishness and greed often get him distracted. However, he’s a seasoned fighter, and his knowledge of the world and its history is considerable.

He is often “comedic” relief and his friends can get him to do things by using kamas or one gold piece.

Evangelyne

Evangelyne(or Eva) is one of the main characters of the Wakfu. As Amalia’s long-suffering Cra bodyguard and best friend, Evangelyne initially follows Yugo out of concern for Amalia, but soon becomes attached to the others as well. By far the most level-headed of the group, Eva helps keep her somewhat flighty compatriots grounded, and her archery is a force to be reckoned with.

Next to Yugo, she’s my favorite character. She doesn’t annoy me as much and her character design is awesome!

So yeah, it’s a great and cute show. There are some darker themes added and real emotions that will make you addicted and want to binge watch this.

Have you already seen Wakfu or played the original game? What did/do you think? Let us know in the comments below!

As always,

Keep Smiling!
March 7, 2021
Gleipnir Review
We were brought together by destiny
Clair Aoki, Gleipnir

Is Gleipnir anime any good? Is it Worth Watching? And when will we get a Second Season of Gleipnir? Gleipnir is a 2020 anime that managed to create a sizable fandom and an anime that is either loved or hated. So I will be sharing my opinion to help you decide if you should give Gleipnir a chance. So let’s discuss Gleipnir!

Gleipnir

Episodes 13 | Aired Spring 2020 | Produced by Pine Jam

Plot Summary

Shuichi Kagaya isn’t human. He has an unnatural sense of smell and can transform into an incredibly powerful beast… of sorts. He does all he can to avoid standing out and being discovered, but no good deed goes unpunished, and his decision to use his power to save a girl spells the end of his quiet life.

What did I think?

Gleipnir is an anime that seems to borrow from Norse mythology, with an Alien that acts like the trickster Loki and a boy that turns into a wolf-like mascot outfit, who has been subdued mentally to forget his past and if he ever does break free from these shackles and remembers will be the beginning of the end.

Gleipnir meaning “the open one” is an anime about monsters, human desire, unity and interpersonal relationships. Gleipnir is definitely not your ordinary anime, offering some fresh experiences in how it explores many deep issues about young adult minds.

STORY

Gleipnir has a lot of crazy, unique and exciting things to offer. It is relatively short, which makes it easy for anyone to pick up and watch without worrying about having to catch up on 100+ episodes.

Its an anime with a very slow unravelling plot that leaves more unanswered mysteries than answered mysteries. And dialogue that can be considered confusing and unrealistic sometimes. Gleipnir continuous fanservice halfway through the series also felt unnecessary at certain scenes.

But some of Gleipnir faults might be from the herculean task of trying to fit so much of the plot into 13 episodes. Gleipnir is a dark gory story that can be seen as a coming-of-age story as our protagonists Clair Aoki and Shuichi Kagaya, start to come to terms with their traumas and desires.

Gleipnir plot is unique, with battle royale elements and an interesting building theme on the weight of one’s own sins. It can be very convoluted the first four episodes, with the way it throws a lot of themes at you at once but it does start to settle down.

CHARACTER

The two protagonists are our classic red and blue ogre, yin and yang protagonist pairing. Separately Clair and Shuichi will have ended up being meh characters but together they balance each other’s personalities out and help us learn a little bit more about themselves in each episode. It was interesting to watch both characters development and see them trying to find that middle ground.

Other characters sometimes felt one-dimensional or like afterthoughts kept to fill the world of Gleipnir. But even though they didn’t feel fully fleshed-out, characters were complex, with flaws and reasons that explained why they acted the way they did. And made it feel strangely like it was done intentionally to make you feel like you were meeting actual strangers that if you got to see more of, learnt more about but if you didn’t really, wouldn’t know anything about them.

Animation

The animation quality was really great. Characters, transformations, choreographed battles and scenes seemed to have more depth to them. Even little things like characters changing clothes or moving from point A to B was actually well animated and thought of. Gleipnir art is really pleasing to the eyes especially during its moments of calm and less dark and brutal moments.

Sound

Gleipnir music can be wonderful at times, helping complement the narration, thrill and mystery. I especially noticed how it helped set the mood for some fights and made them feel more fleshed-out than they were.

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Favourite moment?

Episode 7 of Gleipnir. We got to see another side of Shuuichi and get an idea of how powerful he and Clair could be. It was another side of him I would like to see more of next season.

Least favourite moment?

Episode 12 of Gleipnir. Gleipnir didn’t pull the punches in this episode, it was completely dark and brutal. No one should ever feel unloved or unwanted.

Favourite character?

Madoka

He is a character that I can relate with to some point, he is socially awkward, not necessarily good at anything but still trying his best and failing a lot and he’s pretty much an underdog. He acts tough but he’s someone that cares deeply for every member of his gang and will never abandon them. Madoka wants power not for himself alone but to be able to take care of the people he cares about, which is admirable and sweet.

Least favourite character?

Madoka

“Among monsters and humans, there are only two types. Those who undergo suffering and spread it to others. And those who undergo suffering and avoid giving it to others.”
– Alice.

Even though I like him, he’s definitely not perfect he is completely crazy. Madoka’s heart might be in the right place but he was passing his suffering on to others. Which makes all the good he wants to do void.

What did I learn?

What I learnt from Gleipnir;
1. Never ever jump to conclusions.
2. No one deserves to feel unloved, unwanted or easily replaceable.
3. “Evil is created when someone gives up on someone else. It appears when everyone gives up on someone as a lost cause and removes their path to salvation. Once they are cut off from everyone else, they become evil.” – Othinus.
4. Everyone needs to be supported no matter how strong they look on the outside.
5. How we treat people matters.
Would I watch more?

Overall, Gleipnir is an anime with an interesting enough premise, that throws a lot of themes at its viewers and the potential to be dark and creepy. The series tries to work with too much at once but in the end, Gleipnir really started to shine. I would definitely like to watch another season to see where the story goes from where we were left.

Gleipnir is watchable, but don’t expect to be completely swept off your feet with this first season.

When is Gleipnir Season 2 Release Date?

As of now, there is no official release date mentioned from any of the staff or studio. But, if we were to speculate, with the success of season 1 then we expect Gleipnir to be released in 2021, fall, or summer 2022.

So with that, I am done! What do you think? Have you seen Gleipnir? What are your feelings about it? Drop a comment below and let us know what you think!

Till next time… Remember you’re amazing!
February 28, 2021