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10 Worst Things That Happened To Shigaraki Tomura
Shigaraki is one of the most tragic villains in modern shonen anime. From the time he was a child, Shigaraki has rarely seen the good in people or had a positive moment in his life. All the negativity he received in his upbringing under All For One, piled on top of the psychological trauma he already endured at a young age, made Shigaraki into a hateful, destructive force whose raw power surpassed any other villain's in My Hero Academia.
10 Best Fire Style Users In Naruto, Ranked
In Naruto, Fire Release constitutes one of the five basic nature transformations and its usage in fight scenes cannot be understated. Water counters fire and fire counters wind according to the laws of the Naruto universe. Although both the Uchiha and Sarutobi clan members have a strong affinity for Fire Release, characters who do not associate with these clans can use Fire Release as well. Characters utilize Fire Release consistently throughout Naruto.
Fruits Basket: 10 Times Momiji Was Nice To Tohru
Momiji Sohma's friendship with Tohru Honda in Fruits Basket is one of the sweetest and most genuine relationships in the story. Despite being possessed by the Rabbit Spirit of the Zodiac and having one of the saddest backstories in the Sohma family, Momiji doesn't allow this to outwardly affect his own cheerful nature or optimistic outlook.
10 Best Water Style Users in Naruto, Ranked
Water style is one of the five basic nature transformations in Naruto and has many functions, including countering Fire Style jutsus and drowning opponents. Although it's effective against Fire Style, it's weak against Earth Style. The main characters, such as Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha, do not use Water Style in their fights. However, this does not mean Water Style lacks power.
8 Misconceptions About My Hero Academia, Debunked
My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi took the world by storm after its 2014 release, solidifying its place as one of shonen's new big three. In 2021, it was the fifth best-selling manga. The story follows Izuku Midoriya, a teenager who dreams of becoming a pro-hero despite not having a Quirk. Though it adheres to many tropes that have become synonymous with other shonen classics, My Hero Academia is pretty unique.
Fruits Basket: 10 Harsh Realities Of Being A Member Of The Prince Yuki Fan Club
In addition to his cherished status in his family for being possessed by the Rat of the Zodiac, Yuki Sohma of Fruits Basket is also popular among his high school peers for his physical attractiveness, his charisma, and his talents. Yuki is so admired that he is even given the title of "Prince" and has his own fan club of teenage girls who love him and worship him.
10 Anime Heroes Who Are One Step Away From Villainy
The good versus evil dichotomy in media, particularly anime, has been analyzed, pulled apart, and reconstructed so many times that it can sometimes be hard to keep track of who the villain is supposed to be. For viewers, it's no longer a matter of being pointed in the direction of one evil and villainous individual, but instead, a whole multitude of options for heroes and villains alike.
Fairy Tail: 5 Harsh Realities Of Being A Dragon (& 5 Perks)
In the world of mages and magic, the dragons of the Fairy Tail's universe hold a place in the hearts of fans and dragon slayers. The dragons are the most powerful race throughout the series, surrounded by mystery at every turn. Although dragons are immensely powerful, there are moments where their weaknesses led to the ultimate extinction of their kind.
Top 10 Code Geass Waifus, Ranked
Code Geass’s Lelouch vi Britannia is well-known as the genius strategist who gave viewers one of the most iconic anime endings in history. However, Lelouch isn’t the only popular character in the anime — Code Geass includes a lot of female figures who have earned the viewers’ attention. While this is at least in part because of the amount of fan service featured in Code Geass, these characters also stand on their own merit.
10 Anime Villains Who Died Karmic Deaths
The fate of villains is varied. Many are redeemed before either dying or getting a second chance at life. Some are left alive with an ambiguous fate. Others receive no punishment at all, even though they deserve it without a doubt. And then there are those villains who go to their grave in a way that ironically reflects their own actions — blindsided because their false assumption of invincibility.
10 Video Games That Feel Like An Isekai Anime Original
Isekai anime often feature protagonists who come from one world and are transported into another, instantly becoming one of the most powerful or most important people in that world. It doesn't make sense, but it isn't designed to--it's meant to be an escapist power fantasy that people can indulge themselves in. But what about people who aren't in the mood to watch something, but rather play something? Well, video games have plenty of titles that feature some powerful isekai traits.
10 Most Embarrassing Moments From Bleach
Bleach may be a Shonen anime, but it's not all about fighting and drama. The series has a lot of comedic moments, especially about the characters and how they interact with the world around them. After all, Ichigo and his friends are teenagers, so it makes sense for their hormone-induced awkwardness to produce a lot of funny moments. While the characters themselves may not enjoy their most embarrassing moments the fans, on the other hand, enjoy the series because of its less-than-series moments.
10 Best Video Games Based On Anime (According To Metacritic)
Anime is one of the most popular forms of entertainment around, with its prominence stretching worldwide. With the sheer popularity of this medium, it's unsurprising that video games inspired by anime would become quite prominent. Most anime video games don't have the best reputation amongst fans. Some of the most well-known titles tend to receive astoundingly mediocre video game adaptations.
All Of The Homunculi, From Least to Most Evil
There are many differences between the Fullmetal Alchemist manga and anime, but the antagonists in each version remain the same. The villains of Fullmetal Alchemist are the Homunculi, a cabal of artificial, super-powered humans each named for one of the seven deadly sins. The Homunculi have different origins depending on which version of the story, not to mention a varying line-up. In some cases, their stories end very differently in the manga and the anime.
Pokémon: 10 Times Grass Types Exceeded Expectations In The Anime
Grass-type Pokémon don't get a lot of significant battling attention, so when they perform well in battles, they stand out even more. Grass types have several major weaknesses, including Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison. Most competitions seem like an uphill battle, but it makes the victories taste that much sweeter in the end.
My Hero Academia: 10 Closest Fights Deku Almost Lost (But Didn't)
Shonen heroes don't lose often, but they reach the brink of defeat during a large fraction of their fights. They're expected to learn and grow from their mistakes and become stronger. Although My Hero Academia contains a colorful range of characters, Deku is still the central focus of the narrative — the glue that helps bring everyone together. Deku takes part in numerous battles over the course of My Hero Academia, losing some and winning several more.
The 10 Best Male Anime Hairstyles Of All Time, Ranked
Hairstyles are a vital component of designing a character. In anime, how characters style their hair can reveal a lot about them. For some characters, their hair is one of the most prominent and memorable aspects of their identity. While One-Punch Man's Saitama asserted that hair isn't necessary for becoming an extraordinary anime hero, mangaka still opt to gift their characters with wacky styles. Male heroes donned the majority of anime's most memorable hairdos.
10 Anime Heroes Who Were Ruined By Their Backstories
There are many ways for a backstory to ruin a character. Backstories can reveal characters as unsavory people who spoil themselves in the minds of fans and other characters alike. It can also break them into pieces by traumatizing or emotionally destroying the character, leaving them a husk of their former selves—or even as a villain.
Top 10 Greatest Plays In Haikyuu!!, Ranked
Sports anime has become one of the most popular genres out there, with one franchise leading the way, Haikyuu!! Fans of all ages love this sports anime for its comedic humor, wholesome characters, and heart-string pulling backstories. Though the show follows one specific team, Karasuno High School, it's impossible not to root for every team that gets introduced. Each one comes with its own group of outlandish characters and sentimental moments, making fans cheer no matter who scores the point.
Haikyuu: The 10 Most Skilled Setters, Ranked
In a sport where the flashiness of spiker's powerful hits often takes the spotlight, it's easy to overlook the more subtle power and precision required by the setters of Haikyuu! However, the setter is perhaps the most important position on the court, acting as the team's "control tower," responsible for coming up with plays and strategies that utilize their teams' strengths to the fullest.
10 Worst Things About Orihime Inoue
Bleach is a mega-popular shonen action series that features a huge cast of beloved characters, from the protagonist Ichigo Kurosaki and his friends to memorable villains like Grimmjow and Sosuke Aizen. There is a lot to love about Ichigo and the crew, but there are also some downsides or issues with Bleach's main cast. Orihime Inoue, for example, has a spotty track record with Bleach fans.
Fruits Basket: 10 Times Tohru Was Irresponsible
The main protagonist of the anime series Fruits Basket, Tohru Honda is a fan favorite for her kindness and ability to understand other characters of the show that may seem complicated. Tohru easily forgives others and is quick to assist those in need. However, many fans see some of these traits as flaws or a double-edged sword due to the many dangerous situations that these traits can put her in.
10 Anime Villains Who Were Ruined By Their Backstories
It is not uncommon for an anime character to become villainous thanks to the horrors of their backstory. They become misguided and their perception of reality is warped by the trauma and pain they experienced, often at formative years in their life. Some think they are good and working hard to try and change the situations that left them broken in the first place. Others just want to watch the world burn.
15 Disturbing Villains Completely RUINED By Their Backstories
All great villains should come with a great backstory. Our favorite villains speak to the darkest parts of ourselves and the world in general, allowing us to delve deep into what makes them so unspeakably evil. What happens when that delicious darkness is completely and utterly ruined by an underdeveloped backstory? Well, to put it simply, audiences check out. We simply stop caring about why said villain is hell-bent on making the protagonist of a film or television show suffer.
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