10. Japan Sinks, 2020
A massive earthquake is just the first catastrophe this family must face when Japan starts to sink. The pacing is awkward at times, but I was sobbing by the end.
9. Trigun, 1998
Everyone’s out to kill Vash the Stampede, the most wanted criminal on the planet. But he just wants to eat donuts and avoid trouble. This classic is wholesome, unique, and genuinely funny.
8. Toradora!, 2008
I’ll argue this is the best slice of life anime of all time. Actually, I’ll fight you: this is the best slice of life anime of all time.
7. Black Lagoon, 2006
The Black Lagoon Company are a group of pirates for hire. The show explores their morality and the limits of their humanity. The characters and their narratives are also diverse without being stereotypical.
6. Overlord, 2015
It’s so bad. You should watch it.
5. Steins; Gate, 2011
A mad scientist and his underlings discover time travel. Their experiments are all fun and games until the consequences catch up with them. I started watching this show thinking it was just going to be some light-cringe. I was incorrect. -__-
4. Hellsing: Ultimate, 2006
This anime is so over the top but it works so well. Someone really sat down one day and decided to make a series about the Nazis coming back and the only one who can stop them is Dracula. Why??? That’s so stupid. 10/10.
3. Haikyu!!, 2014
I started this show with the intention of not becoming emotionally invested in every single character. The person who thought that way is dead to me and dead to the world. I actually don’t recommend watching Haikyu!! if you haven’t already because it will become your sole reason for getting up in the morning and that’s not healthy. Instead of watching this show, consider eating a salad, calling a family member, or going for a nice long walk. Remember to wear sunscreen.
2. Vinland Saga, 2019
In the pursuit of revenge, Thorfin aligns himself with his enemies: a ruthless band of Vikings who terrorize Europe. You’ll go in expecting edgy violence and macho characters and come out with depression. Enjoy.
1. Neon Genesis Evangelion, 1995
Big robots but make it children having an existential crisis in the face of certain death. The story, the animation, the characters are *chef’s kiss*. Everyone should watch this series.