All One Piece Emperors, Ranked By Intelligence
The emperors in One Piece made a name for themselves through strength and intellect.
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10 Hardest-Working Anime Villains
From Reiner Braun in Attack on Titan to Code Geass' Lelouch Lamperouge, several anime villains have a lot on their plate.
One Piece vs. Fairy Tail – The Portrayal of Female Characters
When comparing the shonen juggernauts One Piece and Fairy Tail in their portrayal of female characters, which series did them better justice?
One Piece: Blackbeard and Luffy’s Rivalry Is Similar to Egyptian Mythology
Eiichiro Oda loves using interpretations of real-life mythology in One Piece, and the rivalry between Luffy and Blackbeard is no exception.
The 10 Worst Anime Swords, Ranked
Anime is full of legendary swords with magnificent powers, but not every anime sword can live up to those lofty standards.
The New Shazam is Facing the Biggest Problem in Billy Batson’s Future
Mary Bromfield, Billy Batson's older sister, is the new champion of Shazam! but her unexpected new role comes with problems from Billy's future.
Bleach: Orihime Inoue's MBTI Type & What it Says About Her
Bleach's Orihime Inoue is Ichigo Kurosaki's kindest, most responsible friend. There's only one MBTI type to describe a stellar heroine like her.
10 Best Seinen Anime For Fans Who Love Magic
The seinen genre of anime has come to the rescue for adults who still like to see magic stories.
The Best High School Romance Drama Anime and Where to Watch Them
Rom-com anime shows can be great fun, but anyone looking for a romance with more bite should try these anime series and movies.
10 Best Anime Characters Who Love Dressing In Green
Some anime characters look cool in black or stylish in red, while others look totally rad in bright green clothes or costumes instead.
Three Shojo Characters Who Deserve a Happy Ending
Mature shojo manga doesn't have to have depressing endings. Here are three shojo characters who deserve happy endings.
The 10 Scariest Anime Protagonists, Ranked
Anime protagonists are usually kindhearted and cheerful, but not always; some are so scary that they terrify other characters and viewers alike.
10 Perfect Anime To Suit Every Mood
These anime series have happy scenes, heartbreaking moments, and everything in between.
10 Anime Characters Who Are Hopeless Romantics
Whether they're from a romance anime or not, these characters pine after their love interests and have already imagined their happily ever after.
15 Anime & Comic Characters Who Can Easily Survive Saitama’s Punches
Saitama from One Punch Man can annihilate almost any foe with a single punch, but the powerhouses of anime and comic books are the exception.
10 My Hero Academia Quirks That Would Be Overpowered In Naruto
Some My Hero Academia Quirks are so overpowered that their users would be able to beat almost anyone in the world of Naruto.
Boruto Could Give Sasuke a Better Apprentice Than Naruto's Son or Sarada
Boruto #72 just set up a huge domino in Konoha that could give a recovering Sasuke an apprentice with a lot more potential than Boruto and Sarada.
10 Seinen Anime That Don't Have A Happy Ending
Some notable seinen anime avoid cliché happily-ever-afters and live up to the no rainbows and butterflies reputation.
10 Things Naruto Fans Wish They Knew About Rin Nohara
Rin Nohara plays an important part in Naruto's story, so it's a shame that there's so little information about her. Fans want to know much more.
10 Anime Characters Who Were At The Right Place At The Right Time
An anime character being in the right place at the right time is a common trope that helps to push the narrative forward.
The Best Anime Series You Should Watch Based On Your Zodiac Sign
These stellar anime series all embody the best traits of astrological signs, from the bold Leo to the humanitarian Aquarius.
10 Fan Favorite Anime Violinists
The violin is one of the most popular classical instruments, which might be why there are several anime characters who specialize in playing it.
The 10 Coolest Anime Deaths, Ranked
Some anime deaths are haunting, and leave the audience forever changed by the character's captivating end.
Korean Webtoons That've Gotten Adaptations Thanks to Their Incredible Popularity
From Tower of God to True Beauty, these highly-popular Korean webtoon adaptations have been a long time coming and are certainly worth the wait.
10 Shonen Anime That Were Better Than Expected
Shonen series can be full of stereotypes and predictable clichés. But, sometimes, even the most generic shows can grow into something greater.
10 Best Love Triangles In Shonen Anime
There is much debate about love triangles in shonen anime, but fans cannot get enough of their favorite complicated romances.
How Nezuko Kamado Became Demon Slayer's Princess Leia
Like Princess Leia before her, Nezuko Kamado is a hero's sister who could have fallen to the dark side. But she's better than that.
10 Anime Couples That Realistically Wouldn't Last
Many anime couples wouldn't thrive under real-life circumstances.
10 Anime Girls Sanji From One Piece Would Love To Cook For
Outside the world of One Piece, there are plenty of anime girls who Sanji would be more than happy to cook for.
My Hero Academia: How Might Midoriya Respond to Learning the League of Villains' Trauma?
MHA Season 6 teases that heroes and villains will meet in battle, but how will Midoriya react to the fact that villains can be victims too?
Hunter x Hunter & Other Movies & TV Shows to Watch on Hulu/Prime Video This Weekend
As football season begins and Halloween looms on the horizon, Hulu and Prime Video bring the late summer streaming favorites. Here are CBR's picks.
10 Anime Villains Who Have Never Been Beaten
While it's expected that anime heroes should eventually overcome their villainous counterparts, some villains are just too powerful or clever.
Which Anime Side Character Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?
There are so many anime side characters out there, and while many align with the zodiac, some perfectly represent their zodiac sign.
10 Foreshadowed Anime Deaths That Fans Should Have Seen Coming
Several anime deaths shouldn't have been a surprise for fans.
Dragon Ball: Every Saiyan Transformation, Ranked By Design
Dragon Ball quickly established which Saiyan transformations were the most powerful, but others stole the spotlight thanks to their epic designs.
10 Anime Villains With The Best Laugh
Though their evil deeds are enough to make fans shiver, an anime villain's laugh can send a chill down their spine.
10 Worst Villain Costumes In Isekai Anime, Ranked
Several Isekai anime have produced mediocre villains with bizarre or dull outfits.
10 Times Kakashi Was There For Naruto When He Needed It
Throughout Naruto, Kakashi Hatake has aided the protagonist through many hard times.
10 Things From The Dragon Ball Manga We're Glad Were Never Adapted
There are some aspects of the Dragon Ball manga that have thankfully been left out of the television adaptation.
10 '90s Anime That Are Better Than They Have Any Right To Be
Some '90s anime have cemented themselves as beloved classics, though it's a wonder how they ended up that way.
10 Most Dramatic Romance Anime, Ranked
Some of the most dramatic romance anime raise the stakes and keep fans interested.
10 Popular Anime Villains Fans Grew To Hate
Whether for their uncomfortable morality, or cruel intentions, some villains are so utterly detested that fans hate seeing them take screen time.
10 Best Comedy Anime That Need A New Season
Anime that focus purely on comedy tend to be underrated, but they still deserve their place in the spotlight. Some of them even need a second season.
10 Overrated Sad Anime That Are Still Worth Watching
Anime that can trigger an emotional response from viewers sometimes get more hype than they deserve, but that doesn't mean they aren't worth watching.
20 Anime To Watch If You Love Dragon Ball Z
Dragon Ball serves as many a great introduction to the medium. These are the logical next choice for after you finish the series.
10 Anime Prequels That Ruined Their Franchise
There is a lot of potential with anime prequels, but they can also rob the main series of its mystique or make it more confusing.
Death Note's Light Yagami Was More Evil Than Breaking Bad's Heisenberg
There are many parallels to be drawn between Light Yagami's Kira and Walter White's Heisenberg, but Kira stands to be the more evil of the two alters.
10 Anime Lego Sets We'd Love To See
Franchise-based Lego sets range from Star Wars to LOTR, and anime fans would love to see their favorite series get their own Lego sets.
10 Comedy Anime That Are Already Modern Classics
Anime comedies continue to be a hit with fans season after season, with this past decade seeing many comedy series already becoming modern classics.
10 Best Anime Characters Who Play The Piano
These anime characters have managed to master one of the most sophisticated instruments in the world, the piano.
10 Ways Aizawa Improved His Likability In My Hero Academia
Shota Aizawa seemed disappointing at first as Izuku's heroics teacher. But Eraserhead is actually one of MHA's best teachers of all.
Goku & 9 Other Anime Characters Who Could Beat Rick & Morty
While Rick and Morty are skilled at problem-solving, they might be in a real pickle if they visit the worlds of anime and characters like Goku.
10 Most Frustrating Shojo Anime To Watch (& Why)
Though shojo is a popular subgenre among anime fans, some series have issues viewers can't ignore.
10 Anime Openings Sung By K-Pop Artists
The worlds of anime & K-Pop have collided giving fans some pretty amazing anime openings.
10 Naruto Villains Fans Can't Help But Love
Whatever their motivations may be, many of Naruto's villains end up surprisingly compelling, even if they've committed unforgivable acts.
10 Cartoon Heroes Who Won't Fight Anyone Weaker Than Them
One of the noblest aspects that a cartoon hero can have is never fighting anyone weaker than them.
Every Hashira’s Fate At The End Of Demon Slayer, Ranked By Sadness
Unfortunately, many fan-favorite characters met brutal, untimely demises in Demon Slayer, and the Hashira certainly weren't an exception.
10 Darkest Characters In Fruits Basket
Fruits Basket is a heartfelt drama series whose main characters suffer grief, guilt, alienation, and much more.
10 Fastest Attacks In One-Punch Man
Though the series is centered around one punch, there are plenty of fast attacks in One-Punch Man.
10 Anime Infamous For Their Endings
It's always difficult for an anime's ending to please everyone, but some series finales are so controversial that they have gone down in infamy.
10 Kids' Anime Critics Actually Loved
Many anime shows targeted at kids have impactful, investing, critically acclaimed stories that adults can enjoy just as much as children, if not more.
5 Romance Anime More Memorable (And Better) Than Fruits Basket and Why
Fruits Basket holds a dear place in people's hearts. But it isn't the greatest anime romance. Here are five romance anime better than Fruits Basket.
Dr. Stone: Ryusui Reintroduces Capitalism, Flaws and All
Dr. Stone uses its scientific lens to discuss all kinds of things in modern society. Now it's money's turn.
10 Anime Series That Are Too Sad To Watch Twice
Some anime series are so sad that they are hard enough to watch the first time, making a rewatch next to impossible.
The Best Anime Where the Main Couple Breaks Up - But Remain Good Friends
Not all anime couples are destined to stay together. However, they don't always have to stay on bad terms following a break up, either.
The 10 Most Sympathetic Anime Villains Of All Time, Ranked
Fans can't help but feel bad for some anime villains, despite their evil actions.
Overlord: The Key Plot Points to Remember Before Season 4
Season 4 of Overlord is on its way, leaving fans wondering with what to expect after the events of the previous season.
10 Overrated Shonen Anime That Are Still Worth Watching
Shonen is by far the most popular anime genre and there are many titles that seem overrated. Some of them are worth watching despite their reputation.
10 Sad Anime Every Anime Fan Should Watch At Least Once
There has been a lot of sad anime that have made even the most hardened of viewers burst out into tears, and these sad titles are mandatory viewing.
10 Anime Series Perfect For A Try Not To Cry Challenge
Plenty of anime series are perfect for a new, popular challenge: the Try Not To Cry Challenge.
Top 10 Cutest Naruto Characters, Ranked
Whether it's through their appearance, personality, or a mix of both, it's hard to deny these charmingly cute Naruto characters.
10 Times Anime Got An English Dub Outside Of North America
There were times when North America never saw a version of the series, with the dub only being released overseas.
10 Anime Characters Who Could Win A Battle Royale
Some anime characters have the skills to emerge victorious from a battle royale.
Zombie Land Saga Revenge: Franchouchou Gets a New, Very Different Member
In Zombie Land Saga Revenge Episode 7, Franchouchou gets a new member: a clumsy high school girl named Maimai who's unlike any of the other idols.
10 Best Isekai Anime That Need A New Season
Most isekai fans would agree it would be better to simply give new seasons to the good anime series rather than continue making more bad ones.
10 Best Anime Strategists Of All Time
The world of anime is home to some of the best masterminds in all of fiction. Many anime characters display impressive strategizing capabilities.
Overlord’s War-Based Horror Setting Rivaled Apocalypse Now’s Chilling Tone
Overlord and Apocalypse Now are very different movies, but one thing they share is the horrifying reality of war many soldiers have experienced.
10 Anime Attacks That Would Be Fatal In Another Series
Power levels vary wildly between anime series, and some attacks that barely leave a scratch in one series could be deadly in another.
The Best Slice-of-Life Anime With Dark Undertones
Slice of life anime are most often lighthearted stories - but not always. Here are some of the best slice of life titles with darker themes.
Forget Train to Busan, Horror Express Has the Scariest Train Ride Ever
2016's Train to Busan did zombie horror at a breakneck pace, but Horror Express crafted an even more terrifying train experience 44 years prior.
RWBY Ice Queendom: Bumbleby Scene Foreshadows Vol. 6's Defining Battle
Weiss has been saved, but now Yang Xiao Long must save her partner Blake in a fight that hauntingly foreshadows their fight against Adam in Vol. 6.
REVIEW: Top Shelf Production's Doughnuts and Doom
In Doughnuts and Doom by Balazs Lorinczi, readers go on a Sapphically sweet journey with a witch, a guitarist, and an adorable snake.