Action (4232)

Exciting action sequences take priority and significant conflicts between characters are usually resolved with one's physical power. While the overarching plot may involve one group against another, the narrative in action stories is always focused on the strengths/weaknesses of individual characters and the effort they put into their personal battles with the opposing group's members. Contrast with Military or Sports where the narrative is on collective achievement, or monster-of-the-week where the brief action scenes are a predicted climax to the episode's plot.

Kishin Douji Zenki Gaiden: Anki Kitan

Kishin Douji Zenki Gaiden: Anki Kitan

Kishin Douji Zenki Gaiden: Anki Kitan

In Kanoesaru village every 60 years mysterious murders happen. Every time seven 17 year old girls are killed. The villagers believe it is the work of a demon who once saved the village so they keep quiet about it. However the current head of the Ibuki family calls an exorcist to save her 2 daughters. What is the truth behind the murders in Kanoesaru village?

(Source: AniDB)
Mar 21, 1997 | 1 eps | Publishing

Blocker Gundan IV Machine Blaster

Blocker Gundan IV Machine Blaster

Blocker Gundan IV Machine Blaster

Jul 5, 1976 to Mar 28, 1977 | 38 eps | Publishing

Dororo to Hyakkimaru

Dororo to Hyakkimaru

Dororo to Hyakkimaru

To aid his conquest of Japan, the ruthless lord Daigo Kagemitsu offers to sacrifice his soon-to-be-born son to 48 demons. The demons accept, and the next day, the child is born with several missing limbs and is ruthlessly cast down a river.

Fifteen years later, a stubborn young boy named Dororo struggles to survive against hunger and oppressive samurai on the streets of an impoverished and war-torn village. After angering a group of thugs, Dororo is attacked by them, but a mysterious man interrupts them, claiming to hear spirits nearby. Sure enough, a monster emerges from the river, and the man then removes his prosthetic arms, revealing blades hidden underneath, with which he slays the monster before leaving.

That night, as the man walks through the forest, Dororo approaches him and declares that he will accompany him. From this, the man, Hyakkimaru, reveals that many of his body parts were stolen by demons and that though he sought a peaceful life, he couldn't escape their relentless onslaught. Despite the tale, Dororo still insists on tagging along. And thus, Hyakkimaru travels through Japan with his new companion and a puppy named Nota, facing the brutality of both hell and mankind.

Apr 6, 1969 to Sep 28, 1969 | 26 eps | Publishing

Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari

Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari

Isekai no Seikishi Monogatari

Kenshi Masaki has been kidnapped and brought to the world of Geminar by a mysterious group. To get back home, he agrees to help them assassinate the newly crowned empress of the Shtrayu Empire, Lashara Aasu XXVIII, using a giant robot called a Sacred Mechanoid.

As her army fights them off, Lashara takes note of Kenshi's abilities and demands that her attacker be captured alive, only to find out that the pilot is male which is extremely rare on Geminar. Believing it to be a waste to kill him, she makes Kenshi her attendant.

As the empress' new servant, Kenshi is required to accompany Lashara to the Holy Land, an academy where Sacred Mechanoid pilots hone their skills. His arrival attracts attention, but Kenshi is unaware that something sinister is brewing within the academy and it could plunge the entire world into war.

May 22, 2009 to May 26, 2010 | 13 eps | Publishing

Tiger Mask Nisei

Tiger Mask Nisei

Tiger Mask Nisei

Second season to the original Tiger Mask, with a different cast of characters.
Apr 20, 1981 to Jan 18, 1982 | 33 eps | Publishing

Tondemo Senshi Muteking

Tondemo Senshi Muteking

Tondemo Senshi Muteking

Twelve-year-old Linn Youki loyally supported his father when the world laughed at the scientist for saying that Earth was about to be invaded from outer space. But Linn did not expect to become personally involved--until he met Takoro, the strange young "deputy sheriff" from another world who was on the trail of notorious space criminals.

There were only four Kurodako Brothers, but they plotted to use their alien science and natural shape-changing powers to become the secret masters of Earth. With Takoro's help, Linn became the mighty super-hero, Muteking, to foil their schemes.

There is plenty of action and laughs in this light-hearted comedy-drama about a roller-skating costumed hero, his friendly but bumbling alien partner, a gang of klutzy would-be world conquerors, a beautiful police chief, an obsessed scientist, a sarcastic dog, an officious flying saucer, and others. This unusual but appealing cast of characters will charm viewers' hearts while it amuses them.

(Source: Official Website)
Sep 7, 1980 to Sep 27, 1981 | 56 eps | Publishing

Furudera no Obake-soudou

Furudera no Obake-soudou

Furudera no Obake-soudou

1936 | 1 eps | Publishing

Pokemon: Pikachu no Natsumatsuri

Pokemon: Pikachu no Natsumatsuri

Pokemon: Pikachu no Natsumatsuri

Summer has arrived, and many Pokemon have set up shops for a summer festival on the beach. Soon the gang will be blessed by a special performance from the pop idol Azumarill, but upon her arrival, she's kidnapped by the flying Pokemon Skarmory! Pikachu, along with Plusle, Minun, Meowth, Wobbuffet and a number of other Pokemon must now track down the singing beauty; the show must go on!

(Source: Anime-Planet)
Aug 1, 2004 | 1 eps | Publishing

Zettai Karen Children: Oobanburumai! Natsuko to Hotaru no B....

Zettai Karen Children: Oobanburumai! Natsuko to Hotaru no B.A.B.E.L. Tsuushin

Zettai Karen Children: Oobanburumai! Natsuko to Hotaru no B.A.B.E.L. Tsuushin

A recap special (episode 39.5) of Zettai Karen Children.

Narrated by "The Double Face" (Nowaki Hotaru and Tokiwa Natsuko), the episode introduces all the characters in B.A.B.E.L. with their abilities and roles etc. It also shows various facilities and places in B.A.B.E.L that have appeared in the story.
Jan 4, 2009 | 1 eps | Publishing

Shin Chou Kyou Ryo: Condor Hero III

Shin Chou Kyou Ryo: Condor Hero III

Shin Chou Kyou Ryo: Condor Hero III

Continuation of Legend of the Condor Hero II.
Apr 13, 2008 to May 3, 2008 | 26 eps | Publishing

Kiddy GiRL-AND Pilot

Kiddy GiRL-AND Pilot

Kiddy GiRL-AND Pilot

ES members Éclair and Lumière once were involved in a battle to decide the fate of the galaxy. They prevailed and peace was restored to the galaxy. Now, several years later, the galaxy once again stands on the brink of chaos. This conflict will see the dawn of two new heroines; Ascoeur and Q-feuille.
May 25, 2007 | 1 eps | Publishing

Chou no Sainan

Chou no Sainan

Chou no Sainan

1931 | 1 eps | Publishing

Hibari no Yadogae

Hibari no Yadogae

Hibari no Yadogae

Jan 31, 1933 | 1 eps | Publishing

Norakuro Nitouhei: Kyouren no Maki

Norakuro Nitouhei: Kyouren no Maki

Norakuro Nitouhei: Kyouren no Maki

Jun 14, 1933 | 1 eps | Publishing

Doubutsu Mura no Sports Day

Doubutsu Mura no Sports Day

Doubutsu Mura no Sports Day

1932 | 1 eps | Publishing

Tarou-san no Kisha

Tarou-san no Kisha

Tarou-san no Kisha

Jun 18, 1929 | 1 eps | Publishing

Sankou to Tako: Hyakumanryou Chinsoudou

Sankou to Tako: Hyakumanryou Chinsoudou

Sankou to Tako: Hyakumanryou Chinsoudou

1933 | 1 eps | Publishing

Abunai Sisters: Koko & Mika

Abunai Sisters: Koko & Mika

Abunai Sisters: Koko & Mika

Jan 15, 2009 to Mar 5, 2009 | 10 eps | Publishing

Examurai Sengoku

Examurai Sengoku

Examurai Sengoku

The Examurai Sengoku anime production depicts the members of the EXILE group as futuristic samurai that are transported back in time to Japan’s sengoku (warring states) period. The anime character renditions of the EXILE members were designed by manga creator Hiroshi Takahashi (Crows, Worst).

(Source: AniDB)
Jan 11, 2009 to Jun 25, 2009 | 24 eps | Publishing

Long Dao Qi Yuan

Long Dao Qi Yuan

Long Dao Qi Yuan

Jan 6, 2005 | 1 eps | Publishing

Seiken no Blacksmith

Seiken no Blacksmith

Seiken no Blacksmith

Forty-four years ago, the surviving nations of the Valbanil War declared peace and forbade the use of the devastating demon contracts that ravaged the land. Now, inexperienced knight Cecily Cambell is eager to follow the example of her family and protect the people of the city using the sword she inherited from her father.

Her first challenge arises in the market. A crazed swordsman wreaks havoc upon civilians and Cecily jumps into action to restore order. Overwhelmed, her weapon shatters, but a skilled stranger wielding a strange-looking sword intervenes. With the situation diffused, Cecily heads to a local blacksmith in an effort to restore her family heirloom. However, she finds out that her savior—the blacksmith Luke Ainsworth—may be the only person capable of such intricate repairs. Determined to have her treasured sword repaired, she seeks out the man who rescued her.

However, a group of bandits suddenly attack a convoy headed for the city. The assailants look inhuman, and an ice demon appears. Luke suspects the use of a demon contract and calls upon a sacred power to defeat them. Meanwhile, a shadowy hooded figure lurks, watching from a distance. Who is this mysterious evildoer, and what does his appearance mean for the pair?

Oct 3, 2009 to Dec 19, 2009 | 12 eps | Publishing

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle

The Chojin Crown, the tournament which Mantaro (Kid Muscle) reluctantly participates in. After going along with the obstacles (most of which were created to try and eliminate him), he qualified.

(Source: Wikipedia)
Apr 8, 2004 to Jul 1, 2004 | 13 eps | Publishing

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle 2

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle 2

Kinnikuman II Sei: Ultimate Muscle 2

Mantaro has made it to the semifinal match of the Chojin Cup. He must now fight Ricardo in a soccer field to advance to the last match. Kevin Mask is also in the semifinals, and must defeat Ilioukhine in an aerial field to advance. These three matches will determine who wins the Chojin Cup.

(Source: ANN)
Jan 5, 2006 to Mar 30, 2006 | 13 eps | Publishing

Cosmic Fantasy: Ginga Mehyou no Wana

Cosmic Fantasy: Ginga Mehyou no Wana

Cosmic Fantasy: Ginga Mehyou no Wana

Aug 25, 1994 | 1 eps | Publishing