Top 15 Greatest Anime Characters Of All Time
Anime hosts some of the most iconic, long-standing characters in all animation-a great deal more so than any other medium. That palpable depth and nuance that usually comes attached with anime characters reflects deeply among viewers, while their potentially powerful arcs can very well have deep impacts on viewers. Below is a consideration of 15 of the great anime characters who have left lasting impressions on enthusiasts from every part of the world.
1. Kakashi Hatake (Naruto)
One of the most iconic characters in the series Naruto, Kakashi is famous not just for his mastery of Sharingan but also for his pretty laid-back nature. Kakashi has been appointed to play a character of mentor to Naruto and his friends. His complex and tragic backstory, mixed with his skill as a ninja, makes him a fan favorite.
2. Levi Ackerman (Attack on Titan)
Levi Ackerman is the captain of the Special Operations Squad who shows a level in battles that was never seen before and has a very strict attitude toward almost anyone around him. Behind this veil of coldness, he actually cares a lot about his comrades, which further deepens his character and makes him one of the unique ones in Attack on Titan.
3. Itachi Uchiha (Naruto)
Itachi Uchiha is one of the tragic, mysterious characters in Naruto. A decision to destroy his clan in the name of peace set the arc for one of the most painful stories in anime. Genius combined with emotional depth earned him a place in the history of anime forever.
4. Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto)
The protagonist of Naruto is genuinely appreciated for his effort and his need to be seen. Naruto was first positioned as the underdog but later on became one of the most powerful ninjas and followed through to Hokage. It is a coming-of-age and war story that pulled at the heart of many.
5. Killua Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)
He was an assassin child, super strong, and agile, but what placed Killua into Hunter x Hunter was the internal struggle he experienced while he was brought up as a violent person, yet wanting to be good. Besides his loyalty to Gon, he is surely one of anime's best characters because of his abilities separating him from others.
6. Minato Namikaze (Naruto)
Nicknamed the Fourth Hokage, a.k.a. "Yellow Flash," Minato Namikaze is one of the most robust and respected in Naruto. His sacrifice to save his village and relationship with Naruto make him a heroic presence throughout the series.
7. Eren Jaeger (Attack on Titan)
Eren Jaeger is the protagonist of Attack on Titan, who starts off an ambitious and careless fighter and finishes off as more highly motivated. Combining his ability to transform into a Titan with changes in ideals about freedom and humankind, he is one of the most focused characters in the series.
8. Madara Uchiha (Naruto Shippuden)
Madara Uchiha of Naruto Shippuden is the most powerful villain. This legendary ninja makes sure that, through his strength and ambition, much conflict in this series is well-driven. His presence is well-immortalized in the world of Naruto.
9. Mikasa Ackerman (Attack on Titan)
Mikasa Ackerman from the anime Attack on Titan is literally a force of nature sewn together by threads of strength and loyalty. Besides her high fighting abilities, her eternal devotion to Eren actually makes her one of the strongest and respectful soldiers.
10. Saitama (One Punch Man)
Saitama, the protagonist of One Punch Man, was a hero who possessed overwhelming strength such that any enemy could fall down with just one punch. It is his laid-back attitude and existential boredom about his power that make him one of the most interesting and humorous characters in the anime world.
11. Roronoa Zoro (One Piece)
He is the talented swordsman of the Straw Hat Pirates in a quest to be the best in the world. His great sense of loyalty, strength, and dedication made him one of the major characters in the series One Piece and one of the favorite characters among many fans.
12. Jiraiya (Naruto)
Jiraiya is a mythical ninja and is also the teacher of Naruto. His wisdom combined with humor and deep sense of loyalty towards his students has earned him one of the most favorite characters in Naruto. His untimely death is among the most emotional moments in the series.
13. Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece)
He is the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, a character not to be forgotten with an infinite amount of optimism. He joins abilities like rubber with a great sense of justice as he sets out to find the legendary treasure known as One Piece, from which he takes his name: Pirate King.
14. Edward Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist)
Edward Elric, Fullmetal Alchemist, is highly committed to returning his brother's body, which was destroyed in a sad alchemy experiment. His intelligence, his valor, and his moral compass make him one of the most special characters in Fullmetal Alchemist.
15. Shikamaru Nara (Naruto)
Naruto has Shikamaru, who really is a strategic genius when it comes to outsmarting his foes. His laid-back and at times lazy nature cloaks the intellect and loyalty that merge into what ultimately is one of the most valuable ninjas in the series.
These 15 are some of the most beloved characters from their series, but they also represent depth and varieties in personality that anime can offer. Each one of them left an important mark in the hearts of all anime fans and will be celebrated for many, many years.
