10 Strongest Anime Mentors, Ranked By Strength
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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.
10 Anime Characters Who Could Rival Guts in Berserk
As a battle-scarred swordsman, the wandering mercenary Guts needs a shonen-style rival to keep his skills sharp.
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?
10 Anime Characters Who Are All About Speed
There are many super fast anime characters out there, but some depend on their super speed so much that they couldn't fight without it.
10 Best Bleach Captains, Ranked By Leadership
The thirteen Captains are the strongest Soul Reapers of all, and it's also their job to inspire their subordinates as true leaders.
The 15 Best Spellcasters In Anime, Ranked
Anime magic users might be overshadowed by swordfighters, but the best spellcasters show they deserve to stand among the greatest anime has to offer.
10 Laziest Anime Villains
While some anime villains work hard to achieve their evil goals, others are too lazy to put in the effort.
9 Ways Uub Could Play A Role In Dragon Ball Super's Future
Many possibilities lie ahead for Uub in Dragon Ball Super's future, and the character could finally get his time to shine in the anime.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be a Perfect Match For Naruto's Hinata Hyuga
If Naruto Uzumaki wasn't in the picture, then the teenaged Hinata Hyuga could fall for one of these charming anime boys instead.
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.
The 20 Most Powerful Dragon Ball Characters
Dragon Ball and its follow-up seri-powerful warriors in the world of Dragon Ball is the strongest? CBR has got an official ranking for you right here!
Naruto: Shippuden Abandoned The Konoha 11 - And the Series Was Better For It
One of Naruto: Shippuden's more popular critiques is the sequel series' relegation of some supporting characters. This may have been for the best.
The 10 Nicest Anime Brothers, Ranked
A wonderful brother in anime will look after his sibling's emotional needs anytime or even fight to defend their siblings and friends.
10 Smartest Anime That Don't Underestimate Their Audience
Some anime have a much more compelling story that treats audiences with the intellectual respect they deserve.
10 Best Naruto Figures That You Can Buy Right Now
The love of Naruto extends well beyond the small screen with the release of some of the coolest figures fans could add to their collections now.
Demon Slayer Isn't the Only Anime Series Set in a Rare Historical Setting
Fans who enjoyed Demon Slayer's take on the Taisho period will love Meiji Tokyo Renka, an otome-adapted series set in Japan's Meiji era.
10 Webtoons To Binge If You Like Naruto
Naruto is a beloved franchise that's lasted for decades. These bingeable webtoons will satisfy any Naruto fans looking for similar content.
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.
10 Anime Infamous For Their Animation
The creativity in Japanese anime has allowed the medium to reach bold new heights, but some anime visuals leave a lot to be desired.
10 Strongest Anime Twins, Ranked
Numerous anime twins are strong in a fight, regardless of if they have the deepest of relationships or the fiercest of rivalries.
10 Comedy Anime Protagonists With Surprisingly Tragic Backstories
Even seemingly lighthearted and unsophisticated comedy protagonists might have some dark secrets lurking in the shadows of their past.
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 Best Anime Characters Over 100 Years Old
Age is only a number in anime, and some of the genre's greatest characters have made it to triple digits and beyond.
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.
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.
Popular Manga You Didn’t Know Had Live Action Adaptations
Anime adaptations of manga often steal the spotlight, leaving live action adaptations in the shadows. Here's some of the best live-action adaptations.
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 Perks Of Being Shoto Todoroki In My Hero Academia
Shoto Todoroki has endured many hardships, but this talented boy also has plenty to be thankful for in his life.
10 Characters Who Deserve A Better Storyline In Black Clover
Black Clover has a huge cast of characters. Naturally, this means not every character got a backstory or storyline they deserved.
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 Amazing Anime Fights Wasted On Bad Anime
Even a bad anime can still deliver intense fights with beautiful animation and emotionally gripping music.
10 Upbeat Anime Characters That Always Improve The Mood
Many anime characters have a positive outlook on life, giving everyone around them the hope they need.
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.
Stellaris: Overlord - What to Know About the Three New Megastructures
Megastructures can be both tools and monuments of greatness for Empires in Stellaris, and the Overlord expansion adds three more to the roster.
10 Best Anime Characters Who Can Control Insects
Using animal companions to fight is common in anime, but only a select few are able to control insects, which proves surprisingly useful in battle.
10 Worst Trends In Slice-Of-Life Anime, Ranked
The slice-of-life genre has been a staple in the anime community, but fans have grown tired of some of the most overused tropes.
The 10 Best Antiheroes In Naruto
Some Naruto characters used questionable means to reach their goals.
My Hero Academia: How Izuku Could Get His Own All Might Muscle Form
All Might's muscle form in MHA is symbolic of his heroic strength and his worthiness of One For All. Perhaps it's Midoriya's turn to bulk up, too.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be Cryo Users In Genshin Impact
Many anime characters have shown that they'd be worthy of receiving a Cryo vision.
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.
The Dragon Balls & 9 Other Wish Items In Anime
The world of anime is filled will magical MacGuffins that can grant wishes. Often, there are limits or catches to wishes.
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.
Theory: Zombie Land Saga Has Secretly Been Hetalia All Along
Zombie Land Saga Episode 9 raises an important question: What if Saga isn't just a place, but also the person who gave the zombie girls new life?
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be Great Fire-Type Pokémon Gym Leaders
Many characters use fire in anime, which means they would translate well into the Pokémon universe and could make formidable Fire-Type Gym Leaders.
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.
5 Anime Characters Mario Could Beat In A Fight (& 5 He Couldn't)
Fans could make the argument that Mario could take on anime's catalog of strong fighters, though there are just as many who would spell "Game Over."
10 Best Anime With 25 Episodes
Some of the most popular anime with 25 episodes are long-time favorites.
10 Anime Characters Who Were At The Wrong Place At The Right Time
Sometimes good things come from terrible situations, and fate had other plans for these anime characters.
Stellaris: Overlord - What to Know About the 5 New Origins
Origins are one of the most fun and important parts of playing as Empires in Stellaris, and Overlord adds five new ones to the roster.
10 Anime Characters Who Would Be Great Electric-Type Pokémon Gym Leaders
Since electricity and lightning are used by many anime characters, they could become successful Electric-Type Pokémon Gym Leaders.
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.
Remnant: From the Ashes' Forgotten Prequel Is a Totally Different Experience
Remnant: From the Ashes brilliantly reinvented the Soulslike genre with guns, but its prequel Chronos has much more classic Soulslike mechanics.
Why Viv Vision's New Girlfriend Is Perfect For Her
In Love Unlimited: Viv Vision, Champions member Viv goes on a date with CJ, a girl she met on the Internet who turns out to be perfect for her.