Supernatural (1564)

Primarily taking place on Earth, supernatural stories incorporate elements or attributes that are unnatural and unexplainable by science. Creatures common in folklore (ghosts, vampires) or humans with metaphysical powers (telekinesis, mind reading) are often featured. Character traits (e.g. demon/spirit) and setting alone do not determine if a story is Supernatural. If only a few characters have powers and most of the cast would be in disbelief to discover this (e.g. one man is an exorcist and the rest are normal adults), then the story is Supernatural. If majority of the cast has magical or supernatural powers (e.g. one normal highschool boy surrounded by five goddesses), then the story is Fantasy. Sometimes a story can be both Supernatural and Fantasy, but this is rare. When searching for stories featuring creatures, spirits, or gods from folklore, the Mythology and Vampire themes can help refine your search. For superhero stories, please refer to Mahou Shoujo or Superpower.

Babel Nisei (2001)

Babel Nisei (2001)

Babel Nisei (2001)

Life seems simple for Kouichi, a young student, until he learns that he is the reincarnation of an alien protector who crashed onto the mantle of responsibility as "defender of the Earth," Kouichi/Babel teams up with a trio of super-powered alien companions to battle the the dark forces of an evil cult leader. The war to save humanity takes Babel from the deserts of southern Asia to the upper east side of Manhattan and ultimately to a final showdown with "the master" in a hidden base nestled in the Swiss Alps. The action is fast-paced and deadly. The fate of the world rests in the ability of this courageous youth to tame his latent psychic power and use it to defeat the enemies of mankind.

(Source: AnimeNfo)
Oct 5, 2001 to Dec 28, 2001 | 13 eps | Publishing

Babel Nisei

Babel Nisei

Babel Nisei

Life seems simple for Koichi, a young student, until he learns that he is the reincarnation of an alien protector who crashed onto the mantle of responsibility as "defender of the Earth," Koichi/Babel teams up with a trio of super-powered alien companions to battle the the dark forces of an evil cult leader. The war to save humanity takes Babel from the deserts of southern Asia to the upper east side of Manhattan and ultimately to a final showdown with "the master" in a hidden base nestled in the Swiss Alps. The action is fast-paced and deadly. The fate of the world rests in the ability of this courageous youth to tame his latent psychic power and use it to defeat the enemies of mankind.

(Source: AnimeNfo)
Jan 1, 1973 to Sep 24, 1973 | 39 eps | Publishing

Brave Story

Brave Story

Brave Story

When 11-year-old Wataru's father leaves home and his mother is taken ill to the hospital, he decides to change his fate by traveling through the door shown to him by his friend Mitsuru. In a land of magic and monsters, Wataru must summon all his courage and embark on a journey with several comrades to meet the Goddess of Destiny and change this "mistaken fate."

(Source: ANN)
Jul 8, 2006 | 1 eps | Publishing

Kaze no Stigma

Kaze no Stigma

Kaze no Stigma

Kazuma Yagami is a user of "Fuujutsu," the ability to control the wind. He returns to his old home, the noble Kannagi household, after being banished four years ago for his inability to control fire and his subsequent defeat in a duel at the hands of his younger cousin, Ayano Kannagi.

Returning after such a brutal exile already gives rise to many conflicts, but to make matters worse, several Kannagi family members have recently been murdered with Fuujutsu. This leads the Kannagi family, including the hot-headed Ayano, to suspect Kazuma as the culprit. Now, Kazuma must not only clear his name, but also aid the family he shares a mutual hatred with, in order to discover the true identity of the killer.

Apr 13, 2007 to Sep 21, 2007 | 24 eps | Publishing

Yoru ga Kuru!

Yoru ga Kuru!

Yoru ga Kuru!

Apr 25, 2002 to Feb 21, 2003 | 4 eps | Publishing

Genma Taisen: Shinwa Zenya no Shou

Genma Taisen: Shinwa Zenya no Shou

Genma Taisen: Shinwa Zenya no Shou

In the distant future, monsters and inhumans roam the land, and the ruling Evil King seeks a human woman to bear him powerful, force-adept heirs. Non offers herself to the Evil King in order to save her village from Ape Clan raiders, and gives him twin sons, Loof and Jin. She and her sons are exiled by the ungrateful villagers, however, and Non's companion Nue (a Demon Clan member changed into a wolf for disobedience) takes Loof to be raised by his father, the Evil King. The Evil One's Queen Parome despises humans, however, and her malevolence towards Loof deepens...

(Source: AnimeNfo)
Feb 2, 2002 to May 11, 2002 | 13 eps | Publishing

Majuu Sensen: The Apocalypse

Majuu Sensen: The Apocalypse

Majuu Sensen: The Apocalypse

Feb 23, 2003 to May 18, 2003 | 13 eps | Publishing

Souryuuden

Souryuuden

Souryuuden

The four Ryudo brothers hold an ancient secret - they are descended from the dragons. They have the speed, strength and power of their legendary ancestors - and they're getting stronger. But when pushed to the limit, they become the terrifying, uncontrollable dragons of mythology. These powers have attracted the attention of some powerful enemies - shadowy organizations with unlimited resources and weapons who will stop at nothing to control the brothers.

(Source: U.S. Manga)
Jun 25, 1991 to Mar 10, 1993 | 12 eps | Publishing

Amaenaide yo!!: Yasumanaide yo!!

Amaenaide yo!!: Yasumanaide yo!!

Amaenaide yo!!: Yasumanaide yo!!

Ikko and the girls of Saienji Buddhist Temple are participating in a game show competition and happen to win a trip to a secluded inn. At the inn, Ikko is presented with the challenge of not awakening while all of the girls are sleepwalking.
Dec 21, 2005 | 1 eps | Publishing

Amaenaide yo!! Katsu!!: Damasarenaide yo!!

Amaenaide yo!! Katsu!!: Damasarenaide yo!!

Amaenaide yo!! Katsu!!: Damasarenaide yo!!

A behind the scenes special of all the main characters in Amaenaide yo!! Katsu!!, where they give their own personal feelings about their past experiences with the show, as well as their working experiences with their fellow cast members.
Jun 21, 2006 | 1 eps | Publishing

Vampire Sensou

Vampire Sensou

Vampire Sensou

Dec 1, 1990 | 1 eps | Publishing

Koko wa Green Wood

Koko wa Green Wood

Koko wa Green Wood

Hasukawa Kazuya is in a terrible bind. His brother's new wife is also the woman that Kazuya secretly loves. Determined to avoid them both, Kazuya leaves home to live in the student dorm called Greenwood. There, he hopes to find peace of mind. Unfortunately for Kazuya, stability and peace are the last things one might find at Greenwood - home of the weirdest characters on campus.
(Source: ANN)
Nov 22, 1991 to Mar 26, 1993 | 6 eps | Publishing

Clannad Movie

Clannad Movie

Clannad Movie

Tomoya Okazaki is a cynical delinquent who lacks ambition as he apathetically labors through high school. During his childhood, a tragedy had caused his father to seek solace in alcoholism and neglect his son. Yet, meaningful human interaction can be a benediction, as Tomoya learns when he meets the enigmatic Nagisa Furukawa. The odd girl offers a gesture of friendship to Tomoya, but he rejects the request, dismissing it as a trivial incident. However, as he soon realizes that he is encountering Nagisa more and more often during school, Tomoya drops his discompassions and befriends the girl.

When he learns that Nagisa's dream is to revive the Drama Club, Tomoya decides to shed his detachment from the ordinary pleasures of life and dedicate himself to helping his new friend achieve her ambition. But what starts as a simple friendship may progress into something far more deep, intimate, and life-changing. As the pair face various hardships and afflictions, Tomoya and Nagisa gradually come to terms with the challenges of life.

Sep 15, 2007 | 1 eps | Publishing

Kaze no Tairiku

Kaze no Tairiku

Kaze no Tairiku

Three adventurers—a warrior, a priest, and a young woman—traverse a land devastated by centuries of environmental calamities searching only for a way to survive. In their journeys they stumble across first the remains of a band of desperate treasure-hunters, and then the treasure they were seeking: Azec Sistra, the legendary City of the Dead. Unfortunately, the bandits responsible for slaughtering the treasure-hunters have also found their way to the city, but more worrisome still are the guardians which protect Azec Sistra from those who would violate the spirits at rest there...

(Source: ANN)
Jul 18, 1992 | 1 eps | Publishing

Master Mosquiton

Master Mosquiton

Master Mosquiton

Nov 21, 1996 to Apr 19, 1997 | 6 eps | Publishing

Master Mosquiton '99

Master Mosquiton '99

Master Mosquiton '99

Sep 30, 1997 to Mar 31, 1998 | 26 eps | Publishing

Shakugan no Shana Movie

Shakugan no Shana Movie

Shakugan no Shana Movie

Crimson Denizens and Rinne, beings from a parallel world, seek to devour humans' precious existences. To restore the delicate balance of the world, Flame Hazes hunt these entities down.

Yet such things are unknown to Yuuji Sakai, who starts his day like any other and heads to school. His day, however, takes a turn for the extraordinary when he witnesses everyone around him freeze in place and is left the only one able to move. Immediately, a Rinne begins devouring the souls of those around him, but as the creature sets its sights on Yuuji, a katana-wielding Flame Haze with blazing red hair saves him.

After his protector fixes the damage done, she explains why Yuuji was able to move: he has become a Torch, a remnant of a dead human being that will eventually fade from memory. Furthermore, he is also a Mystes, a Torch that houses an unknown treasure. Before his flame burns out completely, a Crimson Denizen will try to seize the treasure he holds, so the fiery hunter decides to watch over him. As Yuuji comes to terms with being dead, he resolves to live his life the best he can with the time he has remaining.

Apr 21, 2007 | 1 eps | Publishing

Claymore

Claymore

Claymore

When a shapeshifting demon with a thirst for human flesh, known as "youma," arrives in Raki's village, a lone woman with silver eyes walks into town with only a sword upon her back. She is a "Claymore," a being manufactured as half-human and half-youma, for the express purpose of exterminating these monsters. After Raki's family is killed, the Claymore saves his life, but he is subsequently banished from his home. With nowhere else to go, Raki finds the Claymore, known as Clare, and decides to follow her on her journeys.

As the pair travel from town to town, defeating youma along the way, more about Clare's organization and her fellow warriors comes to light. With every town cleansed and every demon destroyed, they come closer to the youma on which Clare has sought vengeance ever since she chose to become a Claymore.

Apr 4, 2007 to Sep 26, 2007 | 26 eps | Publishing

Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kenpucho: Tou

Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kenpucho: Tou

Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kenpucho: Tou

Something evil is stirring in the shadows of Tokyo...

During the spring of his senior year in high school, quiet Tatsuma Hiyuu transfers to Magami Academy in Shinjuku. The mysterious boy's "outsider" status and his profound skills in martial arts quickly earn him the friendship of class delinquent Kyouichi Houraiji. Through an uncanny connection and a happenstance challenge, he also meets Yuuya Daigo of the wrestling club, the captain of the girls' archery club, Komaki Sakurai, and Aoi Misato, the Student Council President.

During their encounter, there is a sudden, harsh disruption of the Ryumyaku (literally Dragon Pulse, otherwise known as Dragon Vein or Dragon Stream), the flow of arcane energy. The surge awakens within the five teenagers a latent power, giving them each a supernatural ability. Enlightened to their newly acquired gifts by Hisui, the young heir of the Kisaragi Clan who maintains his family's antiques shop - as well as their duty to protect Tokyo from Oni (demons) - the Magami students decide to use their power to protect the city from the onslaught of dark forces.

Battling the demons alongside Hisui Kisaragi, the five unlikely friends discover that they may have to face a greater threat to Tokyo other than destroying a few malevolent, random monsters. The Ryumyaku had been disrupted by force, from someone invoking the Dark Arts - and that person has a wicked desire to unleash a long-dead evil.

Can the teenagers overcome their own fears and flaws to fight against the Dark Arts? And soon they will also have to face their own destinies as they discover their Stars of Fate.

This anime is based on a manga, which was based on the Nintendo role-playing video game originally released in 1998.
Jan 19, 2007 to Apr 20, 2007 | 14 eps | Publishing

Seirei Tsukai

Seirei Tsukai

Seirei Tsukai

Apr 1, 1995 | 1 eps | Publishing

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Hachiyou Shou Specials

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Hachiyou Shou Specials

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Hachiyou Shou Specials

Short clips about what happens after the TV series.
Sep 23, 2005 to Apr 16, 2006 | 8 eps | Publishing

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Maihitoyo

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Maihitoyo

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de: Maihitoyo

One rainy day, Akane crosses path with a kind young man who tacitly offers to her his coat. On their second encounter, he confesses that he has no recollection of who he is, his name or his past, but feels contented by just being with her. Besotted, Akane sets out to find his name, and to unravel his enigmatic connection with a famous cursed dance rumoured to kill anyone who attempts to perform it.

(Source: ANN)
Aug 19, 2006 | 1 eps | Publishing

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai

In the small village of Hinamizawa, Rika Furude and her friends live together in relative harmony. Beneath this mask of peace, however, lies a hidden darkness, one that Rika understands all too well. In this eternal summer, she has been witness to unspeakable horrors. Every time the clock resets, Rika must try to find the villain behind these senseless deaths before tragedy strikes again. However, trying to decipher a mystery when only half the clues are present proves time and again to be disastrous, and each time she believes that things will change, she inevitably fails. As the annual festival approaches, Rika begins her descent from hope to despair in her struggle to break the chains of fate entangling them all.

Jul 6, 2007 to Dec 18, 2007 | 24 eps | Publishing

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 2: Shiroki Ryuu no Miko

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 2: Shiroki Ryuu no Miko

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 2: Shiroki Ryuu no Miko

Harukanaru Toki no Naka de 2 takes place 100 years after the original Harukanaru Toki no Naka de story. In the past that is, very little time has gone by in the future. Kyou, which resembles Kyoto in the Heian period, is in turmoil because of a power struggle going on between the emperor and the retired emperor, and the people of Kyou are falling into desperation, fearing the coming of the end of the world. Karin was walking with her friends when suddenly she is brought by the White Dragon to the land of Kyou. She was chosen as the new priestess of the White Dragon and she must fight against the evil with the help of her guardians while meantime, she keeps having visions of a mysterious man...
Mar 23, 2003 to Feb 2, 2005 | 3 eps | Publishing