The anime industry hit a historical record in 2019 with an estimated profit of $24 billion. Moreover, Japanese anime series increasingly dominate the field of content programming globally. Anime has been around for as long as we can remember, and so many iconic individuals stand out during that time that has captured our hearts and imaginations.
Characters possessing extraordinary strength are always at the heart of the anime series; almost no one can beat them. The special thing is that their power is also very diverse in many different genres, as well as character and appearance. Some have looks that match their powers, while others have cute, even silly. One by one, the 50 badass names below have been the most loved by the audience over the past decade. Join us to name it!
1. Koro-sensei – Assassination Classroom
| Korosensei Assassination | Information |
|---|---|
| Kanji | 殺せんせー |
| Romaji | Koro-sensē |
| Alias | Octopus The Grim Reaper (formerly) |
| Birthday | March 13 (Pisces) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | Approximately 3 meters |
| Blood Type | AB |
| Affiliation | Kunugigaoka Junior High School |
| Occupation | Homeroom Teacher of Class 3-E |
| Manga | Chapter 1 |
| Anime | Episode 1 |
| Japanese Voice | Jun Fukuyama (Anime and 3Ds Game) |
| English Voice | Sonny Strait (Funimation) |
| Actor | Kazunari Ninomiya |
Koro Sensei was born in a slum. Having to go through difficulties growing up, Koro Sensei decided to become an assassin; thanks to his natural talent Koro Sensei killed more than a thousand people, dubbed “The Reaper”. In addition, Koro-sensei is a unique teacher on earth because of his monstrous appearance and unpredictable behavior, not to mention his challenging his students to assassinate him.
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2. Karma Akabane – Assassination Classroom
| Karma Akabane | Information |
|---|---|
| Kanji | 赤羽 業 カルマ |
| Romaji | Akabane Karuma |
| Alias | Eternal Eighth Grader Codename Semi-Senioritis Buddy Ginger Shrimp |
| Birthday | December 25 (Capricorn) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 175 cm (5’9″) 185 cm (6’1″); 7 years after graduating |
| Weight | 60 kg (132 lbs) |
| Blood Type | AB |
| Relatives | Unnamed Father Unnamed Mother |
| School | Kunugigaoka Junior High School (Junior High School) Kunugigaoka High School (High School) Tōgyō University (College) |
| Class | Class 3-E |
| Seat Number | 1 |
| Occupation | Student (Formerly) Government Official (Currently) |
| Status | Alive |
| Manga | Chapter 3 |
| Anime | Episode 2 (Cameo) Episode 3 (Official) |
| Japanese Voice | Nobuhiko Okamoto (OVA & Anime) Nobunaga Shimazaki (VOMIC) |
| English Voice | Austin Tindle (Funimation Broadcast Dub) |
| Actor | Masaki Suda |
Karma Akabane is from the primary school branch and has a history of using violence. As he wonderfully demonstrates when he wants to lead his classmates in a botched murder attempt, he is an exciting man. Except for a few, Karma is stronger and more intelligent than most of his peers. In addition to all of these traits, Karma’s aptitude as an assassin and the potential he exhibits throughout the program are what genuinely distinguish him as a frightening and badass character.
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3. Shigeo Kageyama – Mob Psycho 100
| Shigeo Kageyama | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Shigeo Kageyama – Mob Psycho 100 |
| Alias | Shige, Mob, White T-Poison, Nii-san/Brother, Shadow leader, Psycho Helmet |
| Race | Human (Esper) |
| Gender | Male |
| Status | Alive |
| Relative(s) | Mr. Kageyama (Father), Mrs. Kageyama (Mother), Ritsu Kageyama (Younger Brother) |
| Voice Actor(s) | Setsuo Itō, Kyle McCarley, Jason Liebrecht |
| Anime | Mob Psycho 100 |
| Manga | Mob Psycho 100 Manga |
| Live Action | Mob Psycho 100 Live Action |
| Stage Play | Mob Psycho 100 Stage Play |
| Birth Date | 12th May |
| Age | 14 |
| Height | 157.7 cm (5’2.09) |
| Weight | 44.3 kg (about 97.66 pounds) |
| Blood Type | O |
| Zodiac | Taurus |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Affiliation | Kageyama Residence, Salt Middle School, Body Improvement Club, Spirits and Such Consultation Office (former) |
| Occupation | Student, Club Vice-President, Reigen’s discipline (former) |
| Debut (Manga) | Chapter 1 |
| Debut (Anime) | Episode 1 |
Shigeo Kageyama has tremendous psychic powers. Due to some accident as a child, he decided to seal that power by hiding his feelings. Sometimes his power would explode when his emotional stat reached 100% or more. However, this is only a tiny part of his immense power and is only fully released when cornered and forced to act on instinct.
4. Satoru Gojo – Jujutsu Kaisen
| Satoru Gojo | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Satoru Gojo |
| Kanji | 五条悟 |
| Rōmaji | Gojō Satoru |
| Affiliation | Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical College, Gojo Family |
| Occupation | Jujutsu Sorcerer, Teacher |
| Grade | Special Grade |
| Cursed Technique | Limitless |
| Domain Expansion | Infinite Void |
| Anime Debut | Jujutsu Kaisen |
| Manga Debut | Jujutsu Kaisen |
| Status | Alive |
| Birthday | December 7 |
| Age | Late twenties |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | Over 190 cm (Over 6’3″) |
| Hair Color | White |
| Eye Color | Light Blue |
| Relatives | Yuta Okkotsu (Distant Relative), Michizane Sugawara (Ancestor) |
Satoru Gojo has white hair that is usually raised, but he will let it down when dressed in casual clothes. Gojo has bright blue eyes that are beautiful and magical, but they are usually hidden by his signature black eyepatch or a pair of dark sunglasses. Not only has an impressive appearance, but Gojo is also the strongest person in the series and possesses the ability to be almost immortal.
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5. Meliodas – Nanatsu no Taizai
| Meliodas | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Meliodas |
| Alias | Dragon’s Sin of Wrath, Meliodafu, Captain, Accursed Demon, Young Master Meliodas, Demon Prince, Traitor Meliodas, Lord Meliodas, Successor to the Demon King, Leader of The Demon Clan, Meliodas the Love, Demon King, The Destroyer |
| Anime | Nanatsu no Taizai |
| Kanji/Kana | メリオダス |
| Rōmaji | Meriodasu |
| Race | Demon |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | Over 3,000 years old |
| Height | Approximately 5’11” |
| Hair Color | Blond |
| Eye Color | Green |
| Special Abilities | Full Counter, Assault Mode, Hellblaze, Revenge Counter |
| Weapon | Lostvayne (Sacred Treasure), Dragon Handle |
| Occupation | Former Captain of the Seven Deadly Sins, Innkeeper |
| Affiliation | Seven Deadly Sins, The Demon Clan |
| Relationships | Elizabeth Liones (Lover), Zeldris (Brother), Estarossa (Brother), Demon King (Father), Supreme Deity (Mother) |
| Personality | Brave, caring, protective, mischievous |
| Goals | To protect his loved ones and save the kingdom |
Meliodas is captain of the Seven Deadly Sins. He is the main character of the Nanatsu no Taizai series and the famous tavern Boar Hat owner. Meliodas’ sacred treasure is the Demon Sword Lostvayne; his inherent power is Full Counter. Meliodas is the Demon King’s oldest son and the leader of the Ten Commandments.
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6. Zeno – Dragon Ball Super
| King of All | Information |
|---|---|
| Manga name | King of All |
| Alias | Zen-Oh, Omni-King, King of All, Zenny, All-chan, Zen-chan, Lord of Everything, The Almighty Zen’Oh, Grand Zeno, Grand Leader, Colorful brat |
| Appears in | Dragon Ball Super |
| Manga Debut | “The Winning Universe Is Decided!” |
| Anime Debut | “A Decision at Last! Is the Winner Beerus? Or Is It Champa?” |
| Gender | Male |
| Birth Date | Over 8.5 million years before Age 780 |
| Occupation | Ruler of Existence |
| Allegiance | Future Zeno |
| Address | Zeno’s Palace |
| Relatives | Zeno Orbs (creation) |
| Anime | Dragon Ball Super |
| Manga | Dragon Ball Super |
| Characteristics | Small stature, oval-shaped head, sky blue skin, small round eyes |
| Professional Status | Co-ruler of the Multiverse with Future Zeno |
| Personality | Indifferent towards life, destructive tendencies, childlike apathy, sadistic enjoyment in erasing universes, shows wisdom and flexibility, values friendship with Goku |
| Powers and Abilities | Supreme ruler of the Multiverse, ability to erase universes, great power |
| Significant Moments | Destroyed six universes, holds an All Universe Hide and Seek Tournament (manga), co-ruling with Future Zeno, friendship with Goku |
| Notable Relationships | Future Zeno, Goku, Grand Minister, Beerus, attendants |
Zeno, aka Grand Zeno or Future Zeno. Being the king of all the multiverse means being someone for whom even Beerus, Whis, and Goku are no match. Zeno possesses the ability to create and destroy all existence across all universes in a single blow. Despite not having any combat abilities or techniques, Zeno is too strong to defeat.
7. Saitama – One Punch Man
| Saitama | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Saitama |
| Alias | Caped Baldy/Bald Cape |
| Race | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 25 |
| Status | Alive |
| Height | 175 cm (5’9″) |
| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs.) |
| Location | A-City (Hero Apartment 104) |
| Abilities | Unparalleled Physical Prowess |
| Fighting Style | Killer Move: Serious Series |
| Occupation | Hero |
| Rank | A-Class: Rank 39 |
| Affiliation | Hero Association |
| Partner(s) | Genos (Disciple) |
| Webcomic Debut | Chapter 1 |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 1 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 1 |
| Japanese VA | Makoto Furukawa |
| English VA | Max Mittelman |
Saitama has acquired his incredible fighting ability through a rigorous training regimen of 100 push-ups, 100 sit-ups, 100 squats, and a 10-km jog daily. That’s all you need to become the strongest. Saitama is not on a mission to be the strongest in the universe or anything along those paths, instead just trying to find fulfillment in his everyday life.
8. Yugi Muto – Yu-gi-oh
| Duelist Kingdom | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Yugi Muto |
| Anime | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
| Nicknames | Yugi-Boy, Little Yugi, Yug, King of Games |
| Japanese | 武藤 遊戯 (Mutō Yūgi) |
| Korean | 유희 (Yuhui) |
| Arabic | يوڠي موتو يوگي موتو (phonetic) |
| Thai | มุโต้ ยูกิ |
| Birth | June 4 |
| Height | 153 cm (5′) |
| Weight | 42 kg (92.5 lbs) |
| Gender | Male |
| Blood type | AB |
| Favorite food | Hamburger |
| Least favorite food | Shallot |
| Relatives | Yugi’s mother, Solomon Muto (paternal grandfather), Pharaoh Atem |
| School | Domino High School |
| Tournament Position | Duelist Kingdom – Winner, Battle City – Winner, Grand Championship – Winner, Battle City V2 – Winner |
| Team | Yu-Jyo (WC 2008) |
| Anime Deck | StrategyToy/Inner Strength (Without Yami Yugi) |
| Deck Master | Kuriboh, Dark Magician, Kaiser Sea Horse |
| Appearances | Yu-Gi-Oh!, Yu-Gi-Oh! The Movie: Pyramid of Light, Yu-Gi-Oh! GX, Yu-Gi-Oh! Capsule Monsters, Yu-Gi-Oh! 3D Bonds Beyond Time |
| Voice actors | Dan Green, Shunsuke Kazama, Abdo Hakim, Konrad Bösherz, Massimo Di Benedetto, Eom Sang-hyeon, Mário Bomba, Irwin Daayán, Álex Saudinós |
Yu-gi-oh! No complicated plot. It also doesn’t matter that Yugi Muto and Yami Yugi continuously save the world from otherworldly threats through a magical card game for kids. However, seeing Yugi consistently outperform the competition – through actual rules or the Hearts of the Cards – is always pleasing to the eye. Yugi’s lessons of friendship, hope, and hard work are still outstanding elements that make his story so compelling.
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9. Kirigaya Kazuto – Sword Art Online
| Kirito | Information |
|---|---|
| Name (Japanese) | 桐ヶ谷 和人鳴坂 和人 |
| Name (Romaji) | Kirigaya KazutoNarusaka Kazuto |
| Avatar Name (Japanese) | キリト (Kirito) |
| System Name | Kirito |
| Epithet | Beater, Blackie, The Black Swordsman |
| Age | 14 (Beginning of Aincrad Arc), 16 (End of Aincrad Arc, Fairy Dance Arc), 17 (Phantom Bullet Arc, Alicization Arc) |
| Birthdate | October 7, 2008 |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 172 cm (End of Aincrad arc) |
| Weight | 59 kg (End of Aincrad arc) |
| Virtual/Augmented Realities | Sword Art Online, ALfheim Online, Gun Gale Online, Ordinal Scale, Project Alicization, Unital Ring |
| Affiliation | Former Solo player (SAO), Moonlit Black Cats (Former) (SAO), Knights of the Blood (SAO) |
| Family | Narusaka Aoi (Mother, Deceased), Narusaka Yukito (Father, Deceased), Kirigaya Midori (Aunt, Adoptive mother), Kirigaya Minetaka (Uncle-in-Law, Adoptive father), Kirigaya Suguha (Cousin, Adoptive sister), Yuuki Asuna (Girlfriend/In-Game Wife), Yui (In-Game Adoptive Daughter), Unnamed Grandfather (Deceased) |
| Occupation | Middle School Student (Start of Aincrad Arc), High School Student, Part-Time Tester for Rath |
| Voiced By | Matsuoka Yoshitsugu (松岡 禎丞) |
| Voiced By (English) | Bryce Papenbrook |
| First Appearance | Novel: Volume 1, Chapter 1, Manga: Aincrad Manga Stage.001, Anime: Episode 01, Game: Infinity Moment |
Despite the divisions within the fandom itself, viewers can’t deny that SAO’s Kirigaya Kazuto (Kirito) is probably the most vital gamer ever. Kirito and thousands of other players are imprisoned in the VR MMO “Sword Art Online.” And when dying in this video game, the player will somehow die in real life too; only Kirito managed to overcome the numerous threats the game presented to him.
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10. Son Goku – Dragon Ball Z
| Son GokuKakarrot | Information |
|---|---|
| Anime Name | GokuKakarot |
| Manga Name | Son GokuKakarrot |
| Alias | Present Goku, Kakarot, Zero |
| Manga Debut | “Bloomers and the Monkey King” |
| Anime Debut | “The Secret of the Dragon Balls” |
| Movie Debut | Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies |
| Race | Saiyan |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 175 cm (5’9″) “adult” |
| Weight | 62 kg (137 lbs) “adult” |
| Birth Date | Age 737, Age 734 |
| Death Date(s) | October 12, Age 761, May 26, Age 767, Age 779, Age 780 |
| Occupation | Martial Artist, Deputized Galactic Patrolman |
| Allegiance | Dragon Team, Team Universe 7, Galactic Patrol |
| Relatives | Bardock (father), Gine (mother), Raditz (brother), Chi-Chi (wife), Gohan (son), Goten (son) |
| Mentors | Grandpa Gohan, Master Roshi, King Kai, Whis |
| Students | Gohan, Goten, Trunks, Pan, Uub |
Like Yugi, Dragon Ball Z’s Son Goku doesn’t need much explanation about his power as the main character. Goku will always become more vital to overcoming his new Super Saiyan form or the classic Kamehameha move in any calamity. Son Goku is a typical hero character model of the manga village. Earthlings raised Goku, so even though he has warrior blood, he still has a kind heart, ready to help others and protect the Earth.
11. Tatsuya Shiba – Irregular At Magic High School
| Shiba Tatsuya | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shiba Tatsuya |
| Kanji | 司波 達也 |
| Furigana | しば・たつや |
| Aliases | Taurus Silver, Ooguro Ryuuya |
| Epithet | Mahesvara (Demon of Okinawa), The Destroyer, God of Destruction, The Last Boss, Demon King |
| Age | Born April 24, 2079: 15 (Volume 1), 21 – Magian Company |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 182 cm |
| Weight | 74 kg |
| Affiliation | Japan, Ten Master Clans (Yotsuba – Shiba), National Defense Force (101 Independent Magic-Equipped Battalion), First High School: – Public Morals Committee, – First High School Student Council |
| Family | Yotsuba Genzou (Grandfather, Deceased), Shiba Miya (Mother, Deceased), Yotsuba Maya (Aunt), Shiba Tatsurou (Father), Shiba Sayuri (Step-Mother), Shiba Miyuki (Younger Sister), Kuroba Mitsugu (First Cousin Once Removed), Kuroba Ayako (Second Cousin), Kuroba Fumiya (Second Cousin) |
| Occupation | Special Officer (101 Independent Magic-Equipped Battalion), Guardian, Magic Engineer/Researcher (Four Leaves Technology), Student, Public Morals Committee Member (Vol. 1 – 11), First High School Student Council Member: Vice-President (Vol. 12 – 14), “Secretarial Chief” Secretary (Vol. 14 – 32) |
| School | First High School |
| Abilities | Born-Specialized Magic Decomposition, Mist Dispersion, Beta Trident, Material Burst, Astral Dispersion, Regrowth, Elemental Sight, Flash Cast, Douden Himaku, Water Spider, Baryon Lance, Gatekeeper, Non-Systematic & Counter Magic, Phantom Blow, Resonate, Compound Waves, Seal Ball, Gram Demolition, Gram Dispersion, Far Strike, Psion Marker, Ancient Magic, Surge, Shukujihou |
| Weapons & Equipment | Silver Horn Custom “Trident”, Third Eye, Lance Head, Silver Torus, Freed Suit |
| Voice Actor | Yuuichi Nakamura (Anime) |
| Debuts | Novel: Vol. 1, Chapter 1; Manga: Vol. 1, Chapter 1; Anime: Episode 1, Enrollment Chapter I; Spin-off Manga: Vol. 1, Chapter 1 |
In the anime’s story, magic becomes a science. At school, the students who excelled in this subject were called Bloom, and those who did poorly were called Weed. However, the main character Tatsuya Shiba is not in either of these groups. However, with an effort to learn, Tatsuya managed to rise to the Bloom group with perfect knowledge of magic. Therefore, the guy became a particular case at the magic school, leading to a lot of trouble.
12. Satoru Mikami – That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime
| Senpai by Tamura | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Satoru Mikami |
| Anime | That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime |
| Japanese | 三上悟 |
| Romaji | Mikami Satoru |
| Alias/Nickname | Senpai (by Tamura) |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 37 |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Status | Deceased (Reincarnated as Rimuru Tempest) |
| Occupation | General Contractor |
| Debut | Web Novel: Prologue: Death and Reincarnation, Light Novel: Volume 1: Empowerment, Manga: Chapter 1: Death and Reincarnation, Anime: Episode 1: The Storm Dragon, Veldora |
| Japanese Voice | Takuma Terashima |
| English Voice | Jason Liebrecht |
When Satoru Mikami risked his life to save a colleague from an attack on the street, he was seriously injured and died shortly after. In his dying moment, Satoru had only a simple desire to have a body that could withstand all physical attacks. Satoru realized that his dream to turn into slime had come true thanks to the advice of an enigmatic voice. Satoru changed his name to Rimuru Tempest thanks to a dragon friend, and he began his adventure in this new world in slime form.
13. Ayumu Aikawa – Is This A Zombie
| Bayumu BakaAyumu Ayumoron | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Ayumu Aikawa |
| Name in Japanese | 相川 歩 |
| Nickname(s) | Bayumu (Baka-Ayumu), Ayumoron |
| Voice Actor (Japanese) | Takuma Terashima (Drama CD), Junji Majima (Anime) |
| Voice Actor (English) | Austin Tindle |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 25 (End of Volume 19), 16 (High School Days) |
| Birthdate | December 29 |
| Classification | Zombie, Masou-Shoujo, Human (initially) |
| Status | Active (Deceased; Revived by Eucliwood Hellscythe) |
| Media Appearances | Light Novel, Drama CD, Anime, Manga |
| Debut (Anime) | Episode 01 |
| Debut (Light Novel) | Volume 01 |
| Debut (Manga) | Chapter 01 |
| Occupation | High School Student, Zombie Slayer |
| Abilities | Enhanced Strength, Regeneration, Masou-Shoujo Powers |
| Relationships | Eucliwood Hellscythe (Love Interest), Haruna (Necromancer Friend), Seraphim (Vampire Ninja Ally), Sarasvati (Mummy Necromancer Ally) |
| Catchphrase | “I’m Ayumu Aikawa, a Zombie with a purpose!” |
Ayumu Aikawa, a boy who passed away, became a zombie with the help of the murderer Eucliwood Hellscythe. While Ayumu’s body already has a terrifying power to it, perhaps the OP character he summons the most is Eucliwood. As the main character, Eucliwood helps Ayumu adjust to her zombie life through handwritten notes. Said to have the most powerful magic in the series, Eucliwood refuses to say anything as everything she says comes true.
14. Ainz Ooal Gown – Overlord
| Ainz Ooal Gown | Information |
|---|---|
| Japanese | アインズ・ウール・ゴウン（モモンガ） |
| Romaji | Ainzu Ūru Goun (Momonga) |
| Korean | 아인즈 울 고운 (모몬가) |
| Chinese | 安兹・乌尔・恭 (飞鼠) |
| Epithet | Supreme One, Strongest Magic Caster, Momon “Dark Hero”, Sorcerer King, King of Darkness, Ain Bell Fior |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Human Race (Formerly), Human Heteromorphic Race, Undead, Overlord |
| Affiliation | Ainz Ooal Gown, Darkness Sorcerer Kingdom |
| Occupation | Guildmaster, Overlord of Nazarick, Adventurer, King of the Sorcerer Kingdom |
| Residence | Suzuki Satoru’s Apartment (Former), Great Tomb of Nazarick |
| Karma | Negative: Extremely Evil |
| NPC Created | Pandora’s Actor |
| Hobby | Collecting Rarities |
| Anime | Overlord |
| Light Novel | Overlord Volume 1 |
| Manga | Overlord Chapter 1 |
| Japanese VA | Satoshi Hino |
| English VA | Chris Guerrero |
Overlord is another “virtual world” anime with a spin-off similar to SAO. This time, the anime stars Momonga, a mage and one of the leaders of Ainz Ooal Gown, a famous guild in the MMO VR “Yggdrasil”. However, Momonga finds himself stuck in the game as soon as the game’s servers shut down. With her magic and the NPCs and items obtained, Momonga quickly becomes the most robust character in the game.
15. Monkey D. Luffy – One Piece
| Monkey D Luffy | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Monkey D. Luffy |
| Anime | One Piece |
| Japanese Name | モンキー・D（ディー）・ルフィ |
| Romanized Name | Monkī Dī Rufi |
| Official English Name | Monkey D. Luffy |
| Occupations | Pirate Captain; Emperor; De Facto Leader of the Straw Hat Grand Fleet; Prisoner (former); Chore Boy of the Baratie (temporary); Bandit (former) |
| Origin | East Blue (Goa Kingdom) |
| Residence | Foosha Village (former); Mt. Colubo (former); Rusukaina (former) |
| Alias | Lucy (ルーシー, Rūshī?); Luffy-tarou (ルフィ太郎, Rufitarō?, English version: “Luffytaro”); Luffy-no-Umi (ルフィの海, Rufinoumi?); Joy Boy (ジョイボーイ, Joi Bōi?) |
| Epithet | Straw Hat Luffy (麦わらのルフィ, Mugiwara no Rufi?) |
| Status | Alive |
| Age | 19 (after timeskip) |
| Birthday | May 5th (Children’s Day) |
| Height | 174 cm (5’8½”) (after timeskip) |
| Blood Type | F |
| Bounty | 3,000,000,000 (current); 1,500,000,000; 500,000,000; 400,000,000; 300,000,000; 100,000,000; 30,000,000 |
| Japanese VA | Mayumi Tanaka; Urara Takano (OVA) |
| Odex English VA | Chuck Powers |
| 4Kids English VA | Bella Hudson |
| Funi English VA | Colleen Clinkenbeard |
| Live-Action Actor | Iñaki Godoy; Colton Osorio (young) |
Monkey D. Luffy is the grandson of Monkey D. Dragon, the leader of the Revolutionary Army, and Monkey D. Garp, the Admiral of the Navy. This bloodline has always meant that Luffy was born with a strange hidden talent, but it was through hard work and dedication that he became solid. After eating a Devil Fruit, Luffy spent years experimenting with the fruit and even trying to develop a fighting style suited to his new rubber body.
16. Roronoa Zoro – One Piece
| Roronoa Zoro Uncut | Information |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | ロロノア・ゾロ |
| Romanized Name | Roronoa Zoro |
| Official English Name | Roronoa Zoro (Uncut dub, Early VIZ manga), Roronoa Zolo (Edited dub, VIZ Media, 4Kids) |
| Debut | Chapter 3; Episode 1 |
| Occupations | Swordsman; Pirate; Crew Combatant; Senior Officer; Rōnin (temporary); Bounty Hunter (former) |
| Origin | East Blue |
| Residence | Shimotsuki Village (former); Kuraigana Island (former, temporary) |
| Alias | “Zoro-juurou” (ゾロ十郎, Zorojūrō?, Funimation: Zorojuro, VIZ Media: “Zolojuro”) |
| Epithet | “Pirate Hunter Zoro” (海賊狩りのゾロ, Kaizoku Gari no Zoro?) |
| Status | Alive |
| Age | 19 (debut); 21 (after timeskip) |
| Birthday | November 11th |
| Height | 178 cm (5’10¼”) (debut); 181 cm (5’11⅝”) (after timeskip) |
| Blood Type | XF |
| Bounty | 1,111,000,000; 320,000,000; 120,000,000; 60,000,000 |
| Japanese VA | Kazuya Nakai; Megumi Urawa (young); Wataru Takagi (OVA) |
| Odex English VA | Brian Zimmerman |
| 4Kids English VA | Marc Diraison; Andrew Rannells (young) |
| Funi English VA | Christopher R. Sabat; Brina Palencia (young); Cynthia Cranz (young) (Episode 2); Aaron Dismuke (young) (Unlimited Adventure) |
| Live-Action Actor | Mackenyu |
| Introduction | Roronoa Zoro, also known as “Pirate Hunter” Zoro, is a main combatant of the Straw Hat Pirates and the right-hand man of Monkey D. Luffy. He is a skilled swordsman and is determined to become the greatest swordsman in the world. |
| Abilities and Powers | Zoro is a master of Three Sword Style and one of the three most powerful combatants of the Straw Hat Pirates. He carries three swords and has gained infamy as a member of the “Worst Generation” of pirates. His bounty has increased over time, reflecting his growing reputation. |
| History | Zoro joined the Straw Hat Pirates early on and has been a loyal member since. He has faced numerous challenges and battles, including his famous duel with Dracule Mihawk, which resulted in a significant scar. Zoro’s dream is to fulfill a promise to his deceased friend and become the greatest swordsman. |
One of the primary reasons One Piece is so well-known is because of Roronoa Zoro, the fighter. Zoro has more fans than Luffy. He practices every day to achieve his goal of being the finest swordsman in the world by pushing his body to its physical limits. Zoro uses three swords during the fight, which is unique for a swordsman. But his remarkable abilities are essential since it has been shown that he can cut through materials that are even tougher than metal.
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17. Saiki Kusuo – The Disastrous Life of Saiki K
| Kusuo Saiki | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kusuo Saiki |
| Aliases | Kusuko/Kuriko (Girl Vr.), Psi/Sai (Cat Vr.), Cyborg Ciderman II |
| Physical Appearance | Constant frown, green-tinted glasses, pink antennas, controller devices, white glasses with green lenses |
| Transformations | Female/Genderswap form, cat form |
| Personality | Reticent, telepathic communication, adept at understanding desires |
| Selflessness | Sacrifices own happiness for others, helps without expecting return |
| Responsible | Helps with chores, saves money, protects privacy and wellbeing |
| Flaws | Lacks common sense, easily manipulated with sweets, prideful |
| Friendship and Growth | Develops lasting friendships, goes from introverted to a friend |
| Hobbies and Interests | Bookworm, enjoys watching television and movies, anime fan |
The anime tells about Saiki Kusuo always having to find a way to hide his super strength. He was born with psychic superpowers that grew stronger over time, allowing him to gain powers, time travel, teleport, and read people’s minds. But Saiki’s only goal is to become an average high school student. Saiki’s mother prevented him from destroying the world. Saiki is also very concerned about his friends.
18. Giorno Giovanna – Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure
| Gold Experience | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Giorno Giovanna |
| Anime | Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure |
| Age | 15 |
| Birthday | April 16, 1985 |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) |
| Blood Type | AB |
| Nationality | Japanese-British |
| Hair Color | Black (pre-Part 5), Blond (Part 5) |
| Eye Color | Blue (Digital Color, ASB, EoH), Turquoise (Anime) |
| Occupation | Passione Soldato, Passione Mafia Boss |
| Stand Name | Gold Experience |
| Stand Ability | Life-giving transformations and sensing life energy |
| Allies | Bruno Bucciarati, Mista, Narancia, Fugo, Trish |
| Enemies | Diavolo, Passione gang members, various Stand users |
| Main Goal | Overthrow Diavolo and become the boss of Passione |
| Key Traits | Intelligent, determined, strategic, charismatic |
Giorno Giovanna‘s top ability is “Gold Experience,” which allows him to create and control life, mainly to create plants and animals, but he can also use this ability in battle. In addition, Giorno can use it along with the “poison arrow” to finish off the enemy permanently. Dio, the story’s main antagonist, has an illegitimate son named Giorno. He was abandoned and abused by his stepfather, and since then, he has become stoic and indifferent to everything and everyone around him.
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19. Itachi Uchiha – Naruto
| Itachi Uchiha | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Itachi Uchiha |
| Anime | Naruto |
| Created by | Masashi Kishimoto |
| First appearance | Naruto episode 81: Return of the morning mist |
| Voiced by | Hideo Ishikawa (Japanese), Crispin Freeman (English) |
| Relatives | Sasuke Uchiha (younger brother), Sarada Uchiha (niece), |
| Category | Rogue ninja |
| Akatsuki partner | Kisame Hoshigaki |
| Backstory | Itachi is responsible for killing all members of the Uchiha |
| Abilities | Itachi possesses the Mangekyo Sharingan and is skilled in |
| Impact | Itachi is a popular character among readers and has |
| Merchandise | Itachi has been featured in various merchandise items such |
| Voice Actors | Hideo Ishikawa (Japanese) and Crispin Freeman (English) |
| Trivia | Itachi was planned to be the leader of Konoha’s Special |
By canceling reincarnation jutsu, Itachi Uchiha either prevented or assisted the allied army in taking the initiative on the battlefield. Itachi showed his brilliance even as a toddler, decimating his clan of powerful shinobi at 13. He is among the strongest Naruto characters and one of the most skilled Genjutsu practitioners. As seen by the numerous opponents he has encountered, none of them have been able to match him and his unique fighting style.
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20. Naruto Uzumaki – Naruto
| Naruto Uzumaki | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Naruto Uzumaki |
| Anime | Naruto |
| First appearance | Naruto chapter 1: Uzumaki Naruto! (1999) |
| Created by | Masashi Kishimoto |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Junko Takeuchi English: Maile Flanagan |
| Notable relatives | Minato Namikaze (father, deceased) Kushina Uzumaki (mother, deceased) Jiraiya (godfather, deceased) Hinata Hyuga (wife) Boruto Uzumaki (son) Himawari Uzumaki (daughter) Kawaki (adoptive son) Hanabi Hyuga (sister-in-law) Hizashi Hyuga (uncle-in-law, deceased) Hiashi Hyuga (father-in-law) Neji Hyuga (cousin-in-law, deceased) |
| Ninja rank | Genin in Part I and Part II, Hokage in Epilogue and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations |
| Ninja team | Team 7/Team Kakashi |
| Affiliation | Konohagakure |
| Occupation | Hokage, Seventh Hokage |
| Abilities | Rasengan, Shadow Clone Technique, Sage Mode, Nine-Tails Chakra Mode |
| Mentor | Iruka Umino, Kakashi Hatake, Jiraiya, Yamato |
| Goal | Becoming the Hokage and earning the approval of his village |
| Favorite Food | Ramen |
| Hobbies | Pranking, training, pulling pranks on Kakashi |
Uzumaki Naruto was an ostracized orphan, but that didn’t stop him from becoming the greatest ninja of all time. It wasn’t until Kurama, a 9-tailed beast with devastating power, revealed that Naturo understood why the inhabitants of Konoha were avoiding him. There are many more challenges that Naruto must face, such as the death of Sasuke, his mentor Jiraiya, and the sacrifice of his friend Neji. Despite the trials, Naruto became a great sage and united all the ninja tribes for peaceful coexistence after defeating Kaguya.
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21. Sasuke Uchiha – Naruto
| Sasuke Uchiha | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Sasuke Uchiha |
| Anime | Naruto |
| Debut | Manga: Naruto Chapter #3, Anime: Naruto Episode #1 |
| Personal | Birthdate: July 23, Sex: Male, Age: Part I: 12–13, Part II: 16–17 |
| Height | Part I: 150.8 cm (4.948 ft), Part II: 168 cm (5.512 ft), Blank Period: 182 cm (5.971 ft) |
| Weight | Part I: 42.2 kg (93.035 lb), Part II: 52.2 kg (115.081 lb) |
| Blood type | AB |
| Kekkei Genkai | Sharingan, Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, Rinnegan |
| Classification | Missing-nin, Sensor Type |
| Occupation | Head of the Uchiha Clan |
| Affiliation | Konohagakure, Otogakure, Ryūchi Cave, Akatsuki |
| Team | Team Kakashi, Sound Four, Taka |
| Clan | Uchiha Clan |
| Rank | Ninja Rank |
| Ninja Registration | 012606 |
| Academy Grad. Age | 12 |
| Family | Fugaku Uchiha (Father), Mikoto Uchiha (Mother), Itachi Uchiha (Brother), Sarada Uchiha (Daughter), Sakura Uchiha (Wife) |
| Nature Type | Lightning Release (Affinity; Anime only), Fire Release, Wind Release, Earth Release, Water Release, Yin Release |
| Jutsu | Amaterasu, Chidori, Susanoo, Kirin, Genjutsu: Sharingan, Shadow Clone Technique, Summoning Technique (Hawk, Snake), and more. |
| Tools | Bow & Arrow, Fūma Shuriken, Katar, Sword of Kusanagi, Wire Strings |
Sasuke Uchiha, a popular OP anime character, is Naruto’s rival and best friend. Sasuke inherited the Sharingan, a powerful spell that allows him to see the chakra and use hypnosis. Also, Sasuke and Naruto are reincarnations of Asura and Indra, the children of Hagaromo, the ancestors of the shinobis. Sasuke eventually developed his Sharingan, obtained the rinnegan, summoned a full-body Susanoo, was able to traverse dimensions, and mastered bukijutsu.
22. Killua Zoldyck – Hunter x Hunter
| Killua Zoldyck | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Killua Zoldyck |
| Anime | Hunter x Hunter |
| Kana | キルア゠ゾルディック |
| Rōmaji | Kirua Zorudikku |
| Also known as | Kil (Family nickname), Evans (Alias) |
| Japanese Voice | Mariya Ise (2011) |
| English Voice | Cristina Vee (2011) |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 6 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 3 (2011) |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 14 |
| Height | 158 cm (5′2″) |
| Weight | 45 kg (99.3 lbs) |
| Birthday | July 7th |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Silver |
| Blood Type | A |
| State | Alive |
| Affiliation | Hunter Association |
| Occupation | Rookie Hunter |
| Nen Type | Transmutation |
| Abilities | Lightning Palm, Thunderbolt, Godspeed, Whirlwind, Speed of Lightning |
| Relatives | Silva Zoldyck (Father), Kikyo Zoldyck (Mother), Illumi Zoldyck (Older brother), Milluki Zoldyck (Older brother), Alluka Zoldyck (Younger sister), Kalluto Zoldyck (Younger brother) |
One of the most fearsome young anime characters on our list is the young assassin Killua Zoldyck. He has been practicing for a while and has a lot of talents under his belt. Adult fighters find learning extremely difficult, but they have far greater potential. He will also be the very finest. He is an assassin with a background in the Zoldyck family, whose heir has received formal training. Even his family considers him the most expert assassin in Zoldyck’s family history.
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23. Lelouch Lamperouge – Code Geass
| Lulu Black Prince | Information |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Lulu, Black Prince, The Demon Emperor, Demon Treacherous Emperor Lelouch |
| Alias(es) | Lelouch Lamperouge, Zero, Julius Kingsley |
| Age | 17 (first season), 18 (at R2) |
| Status | Deceased |
| Gender | Male |
| Hair and Eye Color | Hair: Light Black Eye Color: Violet (Before) Both eyes are encompassed with Geass |
| Birth Date | December 5, 1999 |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Blood Type | A |
| Height | 178 cm (5’10”) |
| Relatives | Father: Charles zi Britannia Mother: Marianne vi Britannia Sister: Nunnally vi Britannia |
| Allegiance | Ashford Academy, United Federation of Nations, The Black Knights, Holy Britannian Empire, Britannian Imperial Family, Britannian Military |
| First Appearance | “The Day a New Demon was Born” |
| Last Appearance | “Re” |
| Titles | Vice President of the Student Council, Leader of the Original Resistance Cell, 2nd Supreme Council Chairman, 11th Prince of Britannia, 99th Emperor of Britannia |
| Knightmares | Sutherland, Burai, Gawain, Shinkirō, Lancelot (Super Robot Wars X-Ω) |
| Creator | CLAMP |
| Voice Actor | Jun Fukuyama (Japanese), Johnny Yong Bosch (English) |
Lelouch’s sister witnessed her mother’s death and was traumatized by blindness and hemiplegia. The story turns thrilling when Lelouch Lamperouge meets CC – who gave him “The Power of Kings”. This power can make others submit and obey the owner’s will; however, he can only use this ability once per person. Lelouch wants revenge by destroying the Britannia Empire, protecting his sister, and finding the man who killed his mother.
24. L – Death Note
| L Death Note | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | L |
| True Name | L Lawliet |
| Alias | Hideki Ryuga Ryuzaki Eraldo Coil Deneuve Asahi Suzuki L-Prime Yoshio Anderson |
| Series debut | Death Note manga |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | October 31, 1979 (1982 in anime) |
| Date of death | November 5, 2004 (2007 in anime) July 30, 2006 (film series) August 2015 (TV drama) |
| Age | 22 (Death Note: Another Note) 24-25 |
| Height | 179 cm (5′ 10½”) (estimated) |
| Weight | 50 kg (110 lbs.) (estimated) |
| Lifespan | 7523136251161121 (TV drama) |
| Death Notes | Used: Ryuk’s second Death Note (film series only) Notable kills: Himself (film series only) |
| Official Stats | Knowledge: 8/10 Creativity: 10/10 Initiative: 9/10 Emotional Strength: 10/10 Social Skills: 1/10 Sweet Tooth: 10/10 |
| Appearances | Manga debut: Chapter One: Boredom Anime debut: Episode 2: Confrontation Film series: Death Note, Death Note: The Last Name, L: Change the WorLd, Death Note: Light Up the NEW World Novels: Death Note: Another Note: The Los Angeles BB Murder Cases, L: Change the WorLd Video games: L the ProLogue to Death Note: Spiraling Trap, Death Note: Kira Game, Death Note: Successor to L Stage: Death Note: The Musical TV Drama debut: Episode 1 Other media: Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid (episode 6), Jump Super Stars, Jump Ultimate Stars |
| Voice Actors | Japanese: Kappei Yamaguchi English: Alessandro Juliani, Jarrod Spector (2014 Musical Demo Album) Mandarin: Jilu Cao Cantonese: Wong Kai-cheung Korean: Sang hyeon Eom Tagalog: Rowel Calma Spanish: Roger Pera, Hugo Nuñez Portuguese: Sérgio Cantú Catalan: Roger Pera Italian: Stefano Crescentini French: Guillaume Lebon German: Julien Haggége, Fabian Hollwitz (audio drama) Hungarian: Viczián Ottó Greek: Vasilis Papastathis Russian: Andrey Lyovin |
| Live-Action Actors | Japanese Film Series: Kenichi Matsuyama TV Drama: Kento Yamazaki Japanese Musical: Teppei Koike Korean Musical: Kim Junsu Russian Musical: Yaroslav Bayarunas Netflix Film: Keith Stanfield |
Death Note is about a notebook allowing its owner to destroy others by writing their names. To gain power, Light Yagami needs to know the actual names of the people he targets, while L is a highly secretive person who is also the only one who can stand against Light. In addition to his intelligence, L is very good at deceiving others with extremely risky but necessary tricks. Light eventually won against L but was later defeated by L’s juniors.
25. Light Yagami – Death Note
| Light Yagami | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Yagami |
| Alias | [The First] Kira, Light Asahi, [The Second] L, [The Second] Watari, L-Kira, God (by Teru Mikami) |
| Series debut | Death Note manga |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | February 28, 1986 (1989 in anime), February 28, 1995 (TV drama) |
| Date of death | January 28, 2010 (2013 in anime), July 10, 2006 (film series) |
| Age | 17-18 (pre-timeskip), 23 (post-timeskip), 20 (TV drama) |
| Height | 179 cm (5′ 10½”) |
| Weight | 54 kg (119 lbs) |
| Family | Soichiro Yagami (father), Sachiko Yagami (mother), Sayu Yagami (younger sister), Misa Amane (fiancée), Hikari Yagami (son; 2016 film only) |
| Occupation | Pre-timeskip: High School Student at Daikoku Private Academy, Student at Gamou Prep Academy, College Student at To-Oh University, Post-timeskip: Detective, Graduate Student |
| Organization | Japanese Task Force, National Police Agency |
| Death Notes | Owned: Sidoh’s Death Note, Gelus’s Death Note, Rem’s Death Note |
| Notable kills | Lind L. Tailor, Raye Penber and the FBI agents, Naomi Misora, Kyosuke Higuchi and the Yotsuba Group, Wedy, Aiber, Kiyomi Takada |
| Possessed by | Ryuk, Rem, Sidoh (briefly) |
| Official Stats | Knowledge: 9/10, Creativity: 10/10, Initiative: 8/10, Emotional Strength: 10/10, Social Skills: 10/10, Acting Skills: 10/10 |
| Manga debut | Chapter One: Boredom |
| Anime debut | Episode One: Rebirth |
| Film series | Death Note, Death Note: The Last Name, L: Change the WorLd (mentioned), Death Note: Light Up the NEW World |
| Stage | Death Note: The Musical |
| TV Drama debut | Episode One |
| Voice Actors | Japanese: Mamoru Miyano, English: Brad Swaile, Mandarin: Tang Li Jing, Korean: Yeong Seon Kim, Russian: Vadim Prokhorov |
| Live-Action Actors | Japanese Film Series: Tatsuya Fujiwara, TV Drama: Masataka Kubota, Korean Musical: Hong Kwang-Ho (2015), Russian Musical: Alexander Kazmin, Netflix Film: Nat Wolff |
Light Yagami attended an ordinary high school and lamented the injustice in the world. When he received the death note, he took it upon himself to avenge the victims of criminals. Light’s disdain for death is unmatched, even harming his father and the girl Misa who is in love but does not feel remorse. Light always escapes the arrest of the police, but after achieving his goal with the notebook, he reduces the number of criminals, even outliving L.
26. Kenshirō – Hokuto Renkitōza
| Kenshir | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Kenshirō – Hokuto Renkitōza |
| Name in Kanji | ケンシロウ |
| Name in Romaji | Kenshirō |
| Alternate spelling(s) | Kenshirow, Kenshiroh, Kenshirou, Kensiro |
| Fighting Style | Hokuto Shin Ken, Hokuto Sōke no Ken |
| Family | Hyō (older brother), Raoh (adoptive older brother), Toki (adoptive older brother), Jagi (adoptive older brother), Yuria (fiancée), Ryuken (adoptive father/sifu), Ryu (adoptive nephew), Kenshiro Kasumi (uncle), Unborn son (True Savior Legend) |
| Position(s) | 64th Successor of Hokuto Shin Ken |
| Appearances | Manga, Anime |
| Voice actor(s) | Akira Kamiya, Ryō Horikawa, Takehito Koyasu, Kunihiro Kawamoto, Hiroshi Abe, Eiji Hanawa, Yūko Gibu, Hiro Shimono, Hideo Ishikawa, Katsuyuki Konishi, Naomi Shindō, Shinnosuke Tachibana, Takaya Kuroda, Lex Lang, John Vickery, Robert Ashker Kraft, Kaiji Tang, Robbie Daymond, William Winckler |
| Catchphrase | “You are already dead” (お前はもう死んでいる, Omae wa mou shindeiru) |
Kenshiro is the heir to the world-beating Big Dipper, a martial art that attacks the enemy from within, causing the opponent to explode to death. In front of his chest are seven scars lined up like the seven-star constellation, the Big Dipper. Kenshiro’s goal is to kill the person who captured Yuria – his wife – who he once considered a friend but betrayed and left him to die.
27. Hanma Yujiro – Baki
| Hanma Yujiro | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Hanma Yujiro |
| Alias | The Strongest Creature on Earth, The Ogre, Mighty One |
| First Appearance | Gripper (Anime), An Unforgivable Loss (Manga) |
| Origin | Japan |
| Age | 37 |
| Hair Color | Red |
| Height | 190 cm (6’3″) |
| Weight | About 120 kg (265 lbs) |
| Fighting Style | Various Martial Arts |
| Dub Voice (Original) | Kenji Nomura (2001), Akio Ootsuka (2018) |
| Dub Voice (English) | Matthew Tompkins (2001), Kirk Thornton (2018) |
| Relations | Emi Akezawa (Lover), Baki Hanma (Son), Jack Hanma (Son), Unnamed Mother, Yuuichirou Hanma (Father), Gerry Strydum (Comrade) |
| Personality | Fierce, arrogant, emotionally manipulative, enjoys destruction, no mercy, ruthless, views the weak as insects, patient, stoic, violent |
| Motives | Desire for strength, enjoy challenging fights, create stronger opponents, entertainment |
| Parenting Style | Opp |
He is the father of Baki, revered by all as the “Strongest Creature on the Planet”. Hanma Yujiro is a cruel and arrogant man. He loves to fight and destroy everything he wants. Yujiro’s life revolves around fighting to live to become stronger through battles. He even trained Baki to be as strong as himself (because of Hanma’s bloodline) so that he could have an opponent; in other words, Yujiro treats Baki as a toy. Yujiro is the second person, after Hanma Yuichiro, to defeat the US army alone.
28. Hisoka Morow – Hunter X Hunter
| Hisoka Morow | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Hisoka Morow |
| Kana | ヒソカ゠モロウ |
| Rōmaji | Hisoka Morou |
| Also known as | The Magician, Grim Reaper |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 187 cm (6′1½″) |
| Weight | 91 kg (200.2 lbs) |
| Birthday | June 6 |
| Eye Color | Blue (1999), Yellow (2011) |
| Hair Color | Blue (1999), Red/Fuchsia (1999, 2011) |
| Blood Type | B |
| State | Alive |
| Affiliation | Hunter Association, Heavens Arena |
| Previous Affiliation | Moritonio Troupe, Phantom Troupe |
| Occupation | Hunter, Floor Master, Greed Island Player |
| Nen Type | Transmutation |
| Abilities | Bungee Gum, Texture Surprise, and more |
Hisoka Morow is a joker, not one who will make you laugh, but rather one who can murder you quickly and has a variety of magic tricks at his disposal to kill anybody he chooses. He is also a member of the Phantom organization, which includes a large number of highly trained assassins. But he’s not just any organization employee. He is the fourth-ranked member out of a total of thirteen, displaying his power.
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29. Meruem – Hunter X Hunter
| Meruem | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Meruem |
| Anime | Hunter X Hunter |
| Also known as | The King (王(おう), Ō) |
| Japanese Voice | Koki Uchiyama |
| English Voice | Max Mittelman |
| Gender | Male |
| Eye Color | Purple |
| Hair Color | None |
| State | Deceased |
| Previous Affiliation | Chimera Ants |
| Previous Occupation | King of the Chimera Ants |
| Nen Type | Emission |
Meruem possesses the characteristics and strength of Chimera ants; the overflowing life force of humans and other creatures was “eaten” to create it. Eats other species to increase combat ability, can balance the hunter association after recovering from wounds, and increases energy through cannibalism, has the characteristics of the species eaten. Having a transcendent mind, learning all the games, politics, government policy, and almost all the books in the national library in just a few hours, the only person he loses in a game is Komugi.
30. Isaac Netero – Hunter X Hunter
| Isaac Netero | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Isaac Netero |
| Kana | アイザック゠ネテロ |
| Rōmaji | Aizakku Netero |
| Japanese Voice | Bunmei Tobayama (1999) / Ichirō Nagai (2011) / Banjō Ginga (2011) |
| English Voice | Paul Hudson (1999) / Ian Alden (2011) |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 12 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 10 (1999) / Episode 6 (2011) |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 110-120+ |
| Eye Color | Gray (1999) / Brown (2011) |
| Hair Color | Gray (1999) / White (2011) |
| State | Deceased |
| Affiliation | Hunter Association / Pure Paladin Squad / Shingen-ryu School/Dojo / Zodiacs / Chimera Ant Extermination Team |
| Occupation | Hunter / 12th Chairman of the Hunter Association / Leader of the Pure Paladin Squad / Shingen-ryu Grandmaster / Chimera Ant Extermination Team Leader |
| Relatives | Beyond Netero (Son) |
| Nen Type | Enhancement |
| Notable Abilities | 100-Type Guanyin Bodhisattva / First Hand / Third Hand / Ninety-Ninth Hand / Zero Hand |
The head of the Hunter Association, Isaac Netero, lost his life after the climactic battle of evolution, Chimera Ant King Meruem. In his infancy, he was considered the strongest hunter and Nen user in the world. He is also the fastest character despite being over 100 years old. Netero’s Nen ability allows him to gather 100 types of Bodhisattva Guanyin, which can unleash over 1000 devastating blows in seconds. Despite losing to Meruem, he accomplished his goal by killing and scaring the invincible King for the first time.
31. Shiki Ryougi – The Garden of Sinners
| Female | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Shiki Ryougi |
| Japanese Name | 両儀式 (Female) 両儀織 (Male) |
| Also known as | Monster, Aramitama (Fate/EXTRA), Magus Assassin |
| Anime | Kara no Kyoukai |
| Appearances | All Around Type-Moon, Carnival Phantasm, Chibichuki!, Fate/EXTRA, Kara no Kyoukai / Mirai Fukuin / Final Record |
| Species | Human (Demon Hunter), Psychic |
| Gender | Female |
| Magecraft | Mystic Eyes of Death Perception, Precognition (Divination) |
| Origin | Emptiness |
| Family Members | Bloodline: Ryougi, Father: Mr. Ryougi, Mother: Mrs. Ryougi, Brother(s): Kaname Ryougi |
| Spouse(s) | Mikiya Kokutou |
| Daughter(s) | Mana Ryougi |
Shiki Ryougi possesses a power known as “mystic eyes of death perception,” which allows her to inherit whatever power she sees for a specific period, whether it be from a living object or the dead. Despite her exceptional vision, Shiki has improved physical abilities that give her strength and speed. Because she boasts both wits and muscle, she has well-organized fighting skills with few openings, making her the worst character to face.
32. Antispiral – Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
| Antispiral | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Antispiral |
| Race | Anti-Spiral |
| First Appearance | Episode 26 |
| Last Appearance | Episode 27 |
| Origin | Antispiral Main Star |
| Occupation | Ruler and collective consciousness of Anti-Spiral Tribe |
| Voice Actor | Dave Mallow (English) |
| Seiyū | Takaya Kamikawa (Japanese) |
| Description | Antispiral is the leader and physical manifestation of the Anti-Spiral tribe’s consciousness. |
| Additional Facts | – Antispiral possesses Anti-Spiral Power, the opposite energy of Spiral Power, allowing reality manipulation. |
Appearing for the first time in the form of an abstract entity, Antispiral has impressed with its enormous size, countless billion times larger than galaxies and universes. As an indefinite fusion of the extraterrestrial Anti-spiral – a race that has attained the highest level of evolution, he has the divine power to alter even the fundamental laws of reality. His power is enough to destroy the multiverse, create new dimensions, resurrect the dead, and alter people’s memories and personalities.
Considered as one of the most powerful antagonists, Antispiral from Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann is a character you wouldn’t want to mess with. Ranked on the list of 50 Most Powerful Anime Characters of All Time , this god-like entity can manipulate space-time and destroy entire planets with ease.
33. Ban – Seven Deadly Sins
| Ban | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Ban |
| Alias | Bandit Ban, Undead Ban, Fox’s Sin of Greed |
| Race | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Status | Alive |
| Birthday | February 14 |
| Height | 210 cm (6’11”) |
| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
| Hair Color | Pale Blue |
| Eye Color | Red |
| Relationships | Elaine (wife), Lancelot (son) |
| Affiliation | Seven Deadly Sins, Holy Knights |
| Occupation | Member of the Seven Deadly Sins |
| Abilities | Snatch |
| Sacred Treasure | Courechouse |
| Symbol of Beast | Fox |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 7 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 4 |
| Japanese Voice | Tatsuhisa Suzuki |
| English Voice | Ben Diskin |
Ban is referred to as the “fox sin of greed” and is one of the seven deadly sins. When you first see him, you might assume he’s the devil or an evil guy who isn’t nice to be around, but that’s not who Ban is. One of the most significant members of the gang, Ban, is a human who attained immortality by ingesting water from the spring of youth, becoming him “unkillable.” He possesses a particular ability called “snatch,” which enables him to take the physical skills of his opponents, adding to his unmatched fighting proficiency.
34. Ghislaine Dedoldia – Mushoku Tensei
| Musclebrain Kings Hound | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Ghislaine Dedoldia |
| Nickname | Musclebrain, King’s Hound |
| Epithet | Black Wolf Sword King |
| Race | Beast Race |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | «Sword God», «Ariel Anemoi Asura» |
| Occupation | Adventurer, Swordsman |
| Rank | S «Adventure Guild», «Sword King» |
| Debut | Anime: Episode 4 |
| Japanese Voice | Megumi Toyoguchi |
| English Voice | Rachel Robinson |
| Height | 185cm |
| Status | Alive |
| Relatives | Gustav Dedoldia (Father), Gyes Dedoldia (Brother), Minitona Dedoldia (Niece), Linia Dedoldia (Niece) |
Ghislaine Dedoldia from Mushoku Tensei is unquestionably an evil anime character! Ghislaine has unmatched swordsmanship skills. Ghislaine is an excellent swordswoman. Even Rudeus’s father, a professional swordsman, acknowledges that she is better than him at using a sword. Her swordsmanship skills are so outstanding. She used all her skills to free Eris and Rudeus from two kidnappers with only one stroke of her sword.
35. Hyakkimaru – Dororo
| Big Bro | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Hyakkimaru |
| Kanji | 百鬼丸 |
| Other Names | Big Bro & Bro (by Dororo) Half-Demon Child (by Kagemitsu Daigo) My Son (by Lady Nui) Daigo’s Heir (by Asura) Elder Brother (by Tahomaru) |
| Anime | Dororo (2019) |
| Age | 14-15 (1969) 16 (2019) 20s-30s (1/2 decade-old time skip) |
| Gender | Male |
| Species | Human |
| Status | Alive |
| Relationships | Kagemitsu Daigo (father) Lady Nui (late mother) Tahomaru Daigo (late younger brother) Dororo (adopted younger sister) |
| Physical Characteristics | Height: 160 cm Weight: 34 kg Eye Color: Dark Brown Hair Color: Black |
| Debut | Episode 1 |
| Japanese Voice | Nachi Nozawa (1969) Hiroki Suzuki (2019) |
| English Voice | Adam Gibbs |
A ronin looking for his body parts, Hyakkimaru is a child of suffering. In return for the body parts of his unborn son, Hyakkimaru, his father struck a bargain with demons to get good fortune. Even though Dororo is without eyes, Hyakkimaru travels with him on a mission to find and recover his body parts. He can glimpse people’s souls thanks to a rare talent. He is a skilled swordsman and can tell who is good or evil based on the color of their souls.
36. Roy Mustang – Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
| Roy Mustang | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Roy Mustang |
| Anime | Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood |
| Manga | Fullmetal Alchemist |
| Created by | Hiromu Arakawa |
| First appearance | Fullmetal Alchemist manga chapter 4 |
| Portrayed by | Dean Fujioka |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Tōru Ōkawa (2003 anime), Shin-ichiro Miki (Brotherhood) |
| Title | Flame Alchemist |
| Age | 29 (at the start of the series) |
| Affiliation | Amestris’ State Military |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Specialty | Flame Alchemy |
| Goal | To become the next leader of Amestris |
| Relationships | Edward Elric (subordinate and close ally) |
| Notable Abilities | Mastery of flame alchemy and manipulation of fire with pinpoint accuracy |
Roy Mustang is a well-known character. In addition to controlling oxygen, he can create sparks that ignite into flames when they come into contact with concentrated oxygen. Thanks to his superb mastery of this skill, he can compete with some of the strong characters on the show. He not only defeats a bunch of Homunculi, some of the most powerful creatures ever made, but also causes them to beg for mercy!
37. Eren Yeager – Attack on Titan
| Eren Yeager | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Eren Yeager |
| Anime | Attack on Titan |
| First appearance | Attack on Titan chapter 1: “To You, 2,000 Years from Now” (2009) |
| Last appearance | Attack on Titan chapter 139: “Toward the Tree on That Hill” (2021) |
| Created by | Hajime Isayama |
| Portrayed by | Haruma Miura |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Yuki Kaji English: Bryce Papenbrook |
| Full name | Eren Yeager |
| Alias | The Rogue Titan The Attack Titan The Founding Titan The Devil Mr. Kruger The Usurper |
| Family | Carla Yeager (mother) Grisha Yeager (father) |
| Relatives | Zeke Yeager (half-brother) Mr. Yeager (grandfather) Mrs. Yeager (grandmother) Faye Yeager (aunt) |
| Anime and Manga | Eren is the protagonist of the Attack on Titan series. He seeks revenge on Titans, man-eating creatures that destroyed his home and devoured his mother. He joins the Military and becomes part of the elite Survey Corps to fight Titans and understand their physiology. Eren gains the power to transform into the “Attack Titan” and plays a central role in the anime adaptation. |
| Critical Reception | Eren’s character has polarized reception, but his character arc and ideals have been appreciated. He was nominated for “Best Protagonist” and “Best Antagonist” at the 6th Crunchyroll Anime Awards, winning in the latter category. |
| Creation and Design | Eren was created by Hajime Isayama as a relatable character driven by fear and motivated by revenge. Isayama paid attention to Eren’s eyes, thin eyebrows, and black hair to accentuate his personality. Eren’s Titan form was modeled after a mixed martial artist. |
| Voice Acting | Eren is voiced by Yuki Kaji in the Japanese version and Bryce Papenbrook in the English version of the anime. Both actors received praise for their performances. |
| Live-Action Portrayal | Haruma Miura portrayed Eren in the live-action film adaptations, aiming to stay true to the character’s traits and naivety. |
| Characterization | Eren is characterized as a character driven by rage and revenge due to his inability to save his mother from the Titans. He undergoes significant character development, confronting his powers and experiencing inner conflicts. |
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It can be said that Eren Yeager, the main character in Attack on Titan, has been one of the most memorable characters for anime fans during the past ten years. Strong, resilient, and always take the most significant damage on yourself. He appreciates and admires his teammates. Although he values human life, he believes that those who steal the freedom and dreams of others deserve to die.
38. Ajimu Najimi – Medaka Box
| Ajimu Najimi | Information |
|---|---|
| Alias | Anshin’in: The Non-Human Who Is Just Impartial |
| Age | Immortal |
| Gender | Female |
| Blood Type | AB |
| Mentality | Not Equal |
| School | Hakoniwa Academy |
| Previous Affiliation | Flask Plan, All Jokers |
| Main Ability | Multiple Skill User |
| Manga Debut | Volume 3, Chapter 20 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 11 |
| Japanese VA | Nana Mizuki |
| English VA | Brittney Karbowski |
| Leader of | Not Equals |
| Personality | Mysterious, cryptic, and detached |
| Appearance | Long dark brown hair with ribbons, dark brown eyes |
| Dark Traits | Dislike for people with “power” and Shōnen manga |
| Fourth Wall Awareness | Aware of being a character in a manga and anime adaptation |
This girl is not your typical high schooler. Reading Ajimu Najimi‘s age, which is 3,402,193,822,311 years old, everyone is frightened since she is a creature that predates the creation of the universe and has persisted since the Big Bang. This girl possesses about 12,858,051,967,633,865 skills including 7,932,135,441,523,222 Abnormalities and 4,925,916,526,110,643 Minuses
39. Levi Ackerman – Attack on Titan
| Levi Ackermann | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Levi Ackermann |
| Alias | “Humanity’s Strongest Soldier” |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | Early 30s |
| Relatives | Ackermann family (Mikasa Ackermann – relative) |
| Birthplace | Underground |
| Residence | Wall Rose |
| Status | Alive |
| Occupation | Soldier |
| Rank | Squad Captain |
| Affiliation | Scout Regiment |
| Titan kills | At least 87 (solo) |
| Occupation (Former) | Thug |
| Notable Features | Short, straight black hair; narrow, intimidating steel blue eyes; well-developed physique; scars across face and missing index and middle fingers on right hand |
| Personality | Stoic, serious, disciplined, perfectionistic; “clean freak”; blunt and insulting in speech; values human life and hates unnecessary casualties |
| Special Skills | Exceptional combat skills; master strategist; proficient in 3D maneuvering gear |
| Goals | Eradicate the Titans and protect humanity |
Although his tiny appearance may be misleading, Levi Ackerman possesses remarkable talent and charisma. Although his look and attitude are so fierce, he is known for his merciless abilities in fighting giants. And he is considerably more adored by the public than Eren. He is the anime’s main character and the most distinguished soldier in human history. Levi is an example of what a real soldier should be, and he should not be taken lightly.
40. Kenpachi Zaraki – Bleach
| Kenpachi Zaraki | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Kenpachi Zaraki |
| Anime | Bleach |
| First Appearance | Bleach manga chapter 65, Bleach anime episode 20 |
| Created by | Tite Kubo |
| Voiced by | Fumihiko Tachiki (Japanese), David Lodge (English), |
| Title | Captain of the 11th Division |
| Lieutenant | Ikkaku Madarame |
| Appearance | Wild and aggressive with a ragged captain’s jacket |
| Personality | Wild, aggressive, and lives for battle |
| Code of ethics | Has his own code of ethics separate from Soul Society |
| Pre-Soul Reaper Days | Resided in District 80, proficient in swordsmanship |
| Becoming a Captain | Killed the previous captain of the 11th Division |
| Relationship with | Fought Ichigo and developed a mutual respect |
| Ichigo | Helped Ichigo and his friends, formed an alliance |
| Notable Battles | Defeated Sajin Komamura, Kaname Tōsen, and Maki Ichinose |
| Bankai | Unleashed Bankai form “Nozarashi” |
| Later years | Became more composed, with Ikkaku as his vice-captain |
Kenpachi Zaraki was brought up in a society with no law and was compelled to learn how to use a sword from a young age. He never ceased developing his skills until he was appointed captain of the 11th division. His skills might be rudimentary, but his size might more than makeup for it. The most substantial evidence of his toughness and badassness is that he reached a Captain without achieving Bankai. To become a Captain, you must possess a Bankai!
41. Sung Jin Woo – Solo Leveling
| Sung Jin Woo | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Sung Jin Woo |
| Debut | Chapter 1NV, Chapter 1WB |
| Epithets | The Weakest Hunter of All Mankind, Korea’s 10th S-Rank Hunter, Shadow Monarch, 2nd Rate Asian Hunter (Novel) |
| Status | Alive |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Human |
| Occupation | Hunter, Guild Master, Inspector (Post-Time Reversal) |
| Rank | S-Rank |
| Class | Mage |
| Skills | Longevity, Immunity, Detoxification, Tenacity, Stealth, Bloodlust, Quicksilver, Mutilation, Dagger Rush, Ruler’s Authority, Dragon’s Fear |
| Summons | Igris, Tank, Iron, Tusk, Kaisel, Beru, Jima, Kamish (Temporarily), Greed, Bellion |
| Weapons & Equipment | Kasaka’s Venom Fang, Knight Killer, Baruka’s Dagger, Demon King’s Daggers, Demon King’s Longsword, Kamish’s Wrath |
In the contemporary setting of Solo Leveling, hunters defend everyday people from frightening creatures. The main character here does not gain strength overnight. Still, he is just a hunter of the weakest level, often venturing into difficult places despite having almost no magical ability. After a traumatic experience in a dungeon, Sung Jin Woo awakens his superpower. Sung Jin Woo became the strongest hunter in the world and eventually the Shadow King.
42. Alucard – Hellsing Ultimate
| Alucard | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Alucard |
| Anime | Hellsing Ultimate |
| Alias | No-Life King, Count Dracula |
| Gender | Male |
| Species | Vampire |
| Affiliation | Hellsing Organization |
| Abilities | Immortality, Regeneration, Superhuman Strength, |
| Weapons | Jackal (customized pistols), Casull (customized |
| Special Attacks | Darkness Illusion, Black Dog, Baskerville, |
| Personality | Ruthless, Sadistic, Arrogant, Charismatic |
| Backstory | Formerly Vlad III Dracula, turned into a vampire |
| Role | Main Protagonist (Anti-hero) |
| First Appearance | Hellsing manga (Volume 1, Chapter 1) |
| Voice Actor (English) | Crispin Freeman |
| Voice Actor (Japanese) | Jouji Nakata |
| Alucard (References) | – Alucard, the main character in Hellsing, |
Alucard represents the Hellsing Organization and is the most robust character in the anime. It looks into odd instances involving vampires similar to him. However, Alucard is not your typical vampire. He is one of the most potent vampires in the series, with extraordinary combat skills. He is an immortal with extraordinary regeneration, speed, strength, and, unusually for vampires, teleportation abilities.
43. Guts – Berserk
| Guts Berserk | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Guts |
| First Appearance | Berserk chapter A0: “The Black Swordsman” (1989) |
| Created by | Kentaro Miura |
| Illustrated by | Kentaro Miura |
| Voiced by | Japanese: Nobutoshi Canna (1997 anime), Hiroaki Iwanaga (films, 2016 anime); English: Marc Diraison (1997 anime, films), Kaiji Tang (2016 anime), Michael Bell (Sword of the Berserk) |
| Alias | Hundred Man Slayer, Branded Swordsman, Black Swordsman, Heartless Swordsman, Struggler |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Relatives | Shisu (adoptive mother, deceased), Gambino (adoptive father, deceased) |
| Manga Author | Kentaro Miura |
| Inspirations for Character Design | Fist of the North Star, Dororo, Mad Max, Conan the Barbarian, Rutger Hauer’s performances in various films |
| Themes and Characterization | Tragic backstory, anti-hero, iconic status in manga and anime, struggle against destiny, gray morality, internal conflicts, friendship, camaraderie, betrayal, revenge |
| Armor | Berserker Armor (introduced later in the series) |
| Video Game Appearances | Sword of the Berserk: Guts’ Rage, Berserk: Millennium Falcon Hen Seima Senki no Shō, Berserk and the Band of the Hawk, Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2 |
| Critical Reception | Highly positive critical response, pure personification of strength and will, influential on subsequent characters and works, fascination with Guts’ character and world-building, inspiration for other media |
Guts are the main character of the exciting and ominous anime series Berserk. Former mercenary Guts travels the world guarding those he feels a connection to. He suffers from depression, which he attributes to his ongoing struggles. He is tall and uses a large broadsword with talent and ability. After constant exposure to conflict and violence, Guts refined his skills to their highest potential. He developed into a skilled swordsman and a seasoned combatant.
44. Ken Kaneki – Tokyo Ghoul
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | Ken Kaneki |
| Japanese Name | 金木 研 （カネキ ケン） |
| Alias | Eyepatch, Centipede, Black Reaper, One-Eyed King, HS, Nameless King, K-eater, Dragon |
| Species | Artificial One-eyed ghoul |
| Status | Alive |
| Age | 18 (until Ch. 64), 19 (after Ch. 64), 21 (Tokyo Ghoul:re), 22 (after :re Ch. 31.5), 23 (after :re Ch. 98), 29 (:re Ch. 179) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 169 cm (Vol. 1), 169.5 cm (Vol. 14), 170 cm (Tokyo Ghoul:re) |
| Weight | 55 kg (Vol. 1), 58 kg (Vol. 14; Tokyo Ghoul:re) |
| Blood Type | AB |
| Occupation | College Student (Formerly), Part-Time Waiter (Formerly), Ghoul Investigator (Formerly), Ghoul’s King (Formerly), Peacekeeper |
| Relatives | Touka Kirishima (Wife), Ichika Kaneki (Daughter), Unborn Son |
| Rc Type | Rinkaku |
| Unique States | Kakuja |
| Quinque | Yukimura 1/3 (Koukaku, Rate B) |
| Rank | Rank 3 (Tokyo Ghoul Epilogue), Rank 1 (:re Ch. 1), First Class (after :re Ch. 32), Associate Special Class (after :re Ch. 57) |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 1 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 1:re Episode 1 |
| Seiyuu | Natsuki Hanae |
| English VA | Austin Tindle |
| Film Actor | Masataka Kubota |
Ken Kaneki is forced to accept his new existence, and after many confrontations, he earns the nickname “Black Reaper” and rises to prominence as one of the most influential figures in the program. He had ghoul abilities, which increased his strength, and he was taught by Arima Kishou, one of the most skilled CCG agents. Kaneki also possesses several Kagune, which gives him exceptional strength for a ghoul and swift regeneration.
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45. Gilgamesh – Fate/Zero
| Gilgamesh FateZero | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Gilgamesh – Fate/Zero |
| Anime | Fate/Zero |
| Alias | Archer, King of Heroes, The Oldest King, Wedge of Heaven |
| Species | Servant, Human, King, God |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 182 cm (6’0″) |
| Weight | 68 kg (150 lbs) |
| Alignment | Chaotic Good |
| Class | Archer |
| Noble Phantasms | Enuma Elish, Gate of Babylon |
| Abilities | Clairvoyance, Golden Rule, Independent Action, Magic Resistance, Charisma, Divinity, Golden Rule |
| Likes | Himself, Power |
| Dislikes | Himself, Snakes |
| Talents | Rich |
| Natural Enemy | None (Zero), Archer (stay night) |
| Father | Lugalbanda |
| Mother | Rimat-Ninsun |
Gilgamesh is a servant in the grail war in Fate/Zero and one of the highest rank archers who are so very badass. He is the king of Uruk, a hybrid of god and man, and as such, he emanates the charm and dignity expected of a monarch. He was owing to his extraordinary abilities, which include possessing the original noble phantasms of every “servant” character from the anime. He earned the nickname “servant killer” due to his unusual abilities, which most of the show’s characters detested.
46. Spike Spiegel – Cowboy Bebop
| Spike Spiegel | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Spike Spiegel |
| Anime | Cowboy Bebop |
| First Appearance | “Stray Dog Strut” (April 1998; TV Tokyo broadcast) “Asteroid Blues” (October 1998; chronological broadcast) |
| Created by | Hajime Yatate Shinichirō Watanabe |
| Designed by | Toshihiro Kawamoto |
| Portrayed by | John Cho |
| Alias | None |
| Occupation | Former member of the Red Dragon Syndicate, Bounty Hunter |
| Background | Former criminal who faked his death after falling in love with Julia |
| Partner | Jet Black |
| Spaceship | Bebop |
| Martial Arts Style | Jeet Kune Do |
| Weapons | Jericho 941 pistol |
| Height | 6’1″ |
| Weight | 155 lbs |
| Eye Color | Brown (left eye is artificial) |
| Personality | Calm, collected, impetuous in his younger days |
| Habits | Heavy smoker |
| Skills | Skilled martial artist, exceptional pilot, proficient in hacking |
| Relationships | Bitter feud with Vicious, complex relationship with Faye Valentine |
| Fate | Ambiguous: Severe injury in final battle with Vicious, uncertain if he lived or died |
| Manga and Video Games | Featured in two manga adaptations and two video game adaptations |
| Critical Acclaim | Praised by critics and viewers as one of the best anime characters |
| Live-Action Portrayal | John Cho portrayed Spike in the live-action series for Netflix (2021) |
| Inspirations | Based on Japanese actor Yusaku Matsuda’s portrayal in Tantei Monogatari |
Spike Spiegel was a former Red Dragon Crime Syndicate associate before he ran away and pretended to die. He then rose to the position of captain of Bebop and bounty hunter. His excellent perceptive skills and razor-sharp eyesight are displayed throughout the anime. He is a skilled fighter. His proficiency with a gun in combat is his strongest suit.
47. Kiyotaka Ayanokouji – Classroom of the Elite
| Argos4 Kiyopon Ayanon | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Kiyotaka Ayanokouji |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 17 |
| Birthday | October 20 |
| Height | 176 cm (5’9¼”) |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Year | 1st Year, 2nd Year |
| Debut | Light Novel: Volume 1, Manga: Volume 1, Room 0.5, Anime: Episode 1 |
| Japanese Voice Actor | Shōya Chiba (Anime), Natsuki Hanae (PV 2015) |
| English Voice Actor | Justin Briner |
| Nickname | Argos-4, Kiyopon, Ayanon, “X”, Elevator Boy |
| Status | Active |
| Student ID | S01T004651 |
| Occupation | Student |
| Class | Class 1-D (1st Year), Class 2-D (2nd Year) |
| Group | Ayanokouji Group |
| Affiliation | Advanced Nurturing High School |
| Private Point | 11814 |
Kiyotaka Ayanakouji enrolled at Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School. Ayanokouji looks to be a lackadaisical high school student at first glance. He is, however, a psychopath with little to no empathy, which is brilliant. Because of his superior intelligence over that of his peers, Kiyotaka stands out as a badass anime character. But he led his students to victory in a competition against other classes because of his ingenuity and vision.
48. Revy – Black Lagoon
| Revy Black | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Revy – Black Lagoon |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | Mid to late 20s |
| Affiliates | Rock, Dutch, Benny, Le Majeur |
| Affiliation | Lagoon Company |
| Weapon | Dual Modified Beretta 92Fs (stainless steel) |
| Race/Nationality | Chinese-American |
| Status | Alive |
Revy is a ruthless, cold-blooded murderer motivated by violence and bloodlust, and she will kill at the drop of a hat. Despite having various skills and being one of the best female fighters, she specializes in guns. Her proficiency with weapons, particularly firearms, is far more important than anything else. She can easily avoid bullets, indicating that she should not be taken lightly.
49. Gildarts Clive – Fairy Tail
| Gildarts Clive | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Gildarts Clive |
| Alias | Ace of Fairy Tail |
| Race | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 45 |
| Hair Color | Light Brown (Manga), Orange (Anime) |
| Eye Color | Light Blue (Manga), Dark Green (Anime) |
| Affiliation | Fairy Tail |
| Guild Mark Location | Left Pectoral |
| Occupation | S-Class Mage |
| Magic | Crush |
| Status | Active |
| Relatives | Cornelia (Wife; Deceased), Cana Alberona (Daughter) |
| Manga Debut | Chapter 165 |
| Anime Debut | Episode 76 |
| Japanese Voice | Kazuhiko Inoue |
| English Voice | Jason Douglas |
What makes Gildarts Clive badass is the way he handles everyone. Gildarts can destroy whatever he comes into contact with because of his fantastic skill called Crush. This skill would have been acceptable if not for its nullification effect on magic or any other skill. In addition to his magical prowess, he also possesses exceptional physical combat capabilities, making him a well-rounded combatant with tremendous force and stamina.
50. Mugen – Samurai Champloo
| Mugen | Information |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Mugen |
| Anime | Samurai Champloo |
| Age | 19 |
| Profession | Vagabond, Pirate (former) |
| Weapon(s) | Double-edged Tsurugi with two-prong hilt, Tantō |
| Fight Style(s) | Champloo Kendo and martial arts |
| Final Status | Alive |
| Likes | Food, booze, pretty women, fighting, winning |
| Dislikes | Losing, authority, responsibility, working |
| First Appeared | Tempestuous Temperaments |
| Personality | Rude, lewd, vulgar, conceited, temperamental, and unhinged |
| Background | Born in a penal colony, involved in piracy and crime |
| Respects | Skilled opponents, such as Jin and various foes encountered |
| Comrades | Forms camaraderie with Jin and Fuu |
| Disdain for Authority | Strong rebellion against any form of authority |
| Unique Sword | Uniquely crafted double-edged sword |
| Combat Techniques | Unpredictable “champuru kendo” based on breakdancing |
| Appearance | Messy black hair, faint beard, anachronistic clothing |
| Competitiveness | Highly competitive and seeks strong opponents |
| Redemption | Willing to go to great lengths to redeem himself |
| Antihero | Capable of accepting comrades despite flaws |
Mugen and Jin often manage the conflicts that arise as they pass through villages, cities, and towns. He is a master fighter, and the adaptations of the Samurai Champloo manga series are excellent. They consider him a skilled fighter who can amicably defeat a samurai battalion. In most fights he engages in throughout the show, he uses his superhuman reflexes and unending stamina to gain the upper hand, and anime fans appreciate him.