“Gurren Lagann”, “Code Geass” and other masterpieces 😍 Most of the mainstream anime is an adaptation of the manga, which already had a large fanbase from the beginning. Such anime series are quickly gaining popularity and love among viewers. But there are masterpieces (which we will talk about today), invented by the scriptwriters on their own. And you know what? They are just as cool and interesting as anime based on manga! What are these titles? Let's tell you now. 😊
9. Tumbleweed Tsukikage Ran
A story about a samurai who loves to drink, Tsukikage Rana and his girlfriend and companion Meow “Cat's Paw”. This couple constantly gets into interesting troubles and consider it their duty to help anyone they meet on their way. Drawing is more like the 90s, and the problems shown in the anime are still relevant today.
8. “Heavenly Wolves: Huntsman Sirius”
If you like “Staying Dogs”, then “Huntsman” will be to your taste. They have about the same atmosphere and similar art. Sky Wolves: Huntsman Sirius is a fast-paced mystical action game about vampire hunters in Tokyo in the 1930s. By the way, one of the hunters – “gamekeepers” – werewolf. Therefore, the good old confrontation between the two races awaits us.
7. “Darker than black”
Many years ago, two mysterious anomalies occurred in space – people called them the Gates of Heaven and the Gates of Hell. In these zones, inexplicable things began to happen: people died for no reason or went missing, and some kind of cosmic flowers began to grow. And after some time, people with unique and powerful superpowers began to appear. But in order to pump them and become stronger, you had to sacrifice your humanity. The beginning is intriguing, isn't it?
6. “The crown of the sinner”
Science fiction, furs and dystopia – everything that the Japanese love so much. The plot tells about a terrible epidemic that happened in 2029. Japan is in decline and is being oppressed by the dominant company, the Resistance units are constantly replenished with disgruntled citizens who want to overthrow the current government. And the 17-year-old protagonist also joins the opposition. By the way, there he will also meet ex-idol girl Inori Yuzuriha. How will this civil war end and will it end at all?
5. “Psycho-Pass”
An anime series about the technologies of the future and the harsh life in the 22nd century. Now criminals can not only be quickly caught, but also identified in advance – while the person has not even committed a crime. There is a special squad of “Punishers” – they are also the Public Security Bureau, whose work arrests people with a high crime rate. Dystopia, drama and many references to the masterpieces of world literature.
4. “Kill or Die” (18+)
After the murder of his father, Matoi becomes obsessed with thoughts of revenge and is ready to take even extreme measures. But the girl doesn't know who the killer is. The only piece of evidence she has is half of the huge scissors that Matoi uses as a weapon. But very soon, the other half is with Satsuki, the most powerful student of the Academy of Truth. Will Matoi be able to break through to the very top to win Satsuki's attention and avenge his father?
3. “Gurren Lagann”
For hundreds of years, people have lived in deep caves, in constant fear of earthquakes and landslides. In one of these underground villages, the boy Simon lives and his spiritual mentor, Kamina's boyfriend. Kamina believes that there is another world above, without walls and ceilings, his dream is to get there. One day they find a strange mechanism, similar to the head of a robot, and decide to take a chance. Once on the surface, the guys understand that life is not easy here. After all, “above” with might and main there is a campaign of beastmen to destroy the rebellious humanity. Will Simon be able to prevent genocide and what dangers or loyal comrades await him in this war?
2. “Code Geass: Risen Lelouch”
Britain invaded Japan – and then the most interesting thing. In Japan lives the exiled son of the Emperor, who secretly cherishes a plan … that's right, to take over the world. With the help of a beautiful girlfriend, he manages to get a unique ability – to take possession of the thoughts of others. Subjugating the will of people, Lelouch, the same secret son, goes to the goal. His path goes through political intrigue, personal betrayal and the need to play a double game – to be and not to be himself. Dedicated to all lovers of revolutions. 🙂
1. “Evangelion”
Immortal classic! Anime strikes with so many references to world literary works, philosophical teachings and religions of different countries: Christianity, Judaism, Kabbalah and Buddhism. The very same plot tells and shows the formation of personality. And about how the mission to save humanity falls on the shoulders of a 15-year-old boy. However, due to problems with his father (the eternal misunderstanding of fathers and children), Shinji begins to doubt whether he needs all this at all. After all, the boy will have to fight in a huge combat robot with some kind of “angels” – alien beings who regularly descend to Earth to destroy humanity. Or find someone?
