Several arguments can be raised here. First, shows of the fantasy genre are not just animes. You are perhaps familiar with movies such as “The Lord of the Rings” and “Harry Potter” series, as well as your favorite Disney shows.
In anime, fantasy seems like an overarching concept. The list you’ll see here on this PVP Live guide features animes you’ve also read of in our previous stories. But with the genre that is anime overarching them. Take a look.
‘No Game No Life’
First on the list is a fantasy-themed anime that’s been a favorite worldwide, “No Game No Life.” What a stunning title. This show tells the story of genius and uber-intelligent gamer siblings, Shiro and Sora, who team up to be saviors of humanity in a world where games have settled everything.
Using their skills, the siblings outwit mythical beings and influential nations using the most cunning strategies. Then, they befriend the One True God, Tet, so they can, together, unite the people to challenge the divine races threatening their existence.
‘Attack On Titan’
This anime is a mainstay here on PVP Live. Why not? “Attack on Titan” is thrilling and will get you at the edge of your seat. You know that this anime tells the story of Shingashina resident Eren Yeager. Now, his town is protected by walls from Titans, as how walls protected Jericho city in the Bible.
Not only is his world devastated, but his family, too. Yeager’s mom gets eaten by a Titan, so there’s nothing he can do but avenge her death.
This intense anime show delves deeper into themes of sacrifice, survival, and the complexities of human nature in a world overrun by gigantic humanoid beings. With a gripping storyline, beautiful animation, and profound character development, “Attack on Titan” is a must-watch for those looking for dark narratives to provoke your deepest thoughts.
‘Hunter X Hunter’
We’ve also talked about “Hunter x Hunter” here. It tells the story of 12-year-old Gon Freecss, wanting to become someday a professional Hunter like his father, who he never met most of the time.
But, Freecss realizes that being a Hunter is marred by danger and intrigue despite being an exciting adventure. So, under the tutelage of Killua Zoldyck, a master assassin, as well as Kurapika and Leorio, our hero embarks on an adventure to seek his dad and uncover the mysteries shrouding the elite Hunters.
He then takes perilous quizzes and pursues dangerous outlaws, as these help him broaden his worldview and insights into life. But he realizes there’s a more significant threat before him. This pushes him and his allies to risk their lives just to protect the world from this threat.
‘That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime’
“That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” is another must-watch fantasy anime. From the very beginning, this anime is screaming fantasy! It tells the story of Mikami Satoru, who gets stabbed and killed protecting a coworker, only to get reborn as a slime monster in a fantasy setting. Satoru’s new name as a slime is now Rimuru Tempest. Tempest then acquires new skills and forges alliances in their new world. They also manage to build a monster nation consisting of diverse creatures, defending the world from those who wish harm on it. We’re talking about vampire ninjas and demon lords. Vampires who are also ninjas and demons who are lords. Will Tempest succeed? You can find out when you stream this anime.
‘Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood’
Now, this anime is familiar to your older siblings or cousins. Go Ask them. In “Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood,” you’ve got Edward and Alphonse Elric growing up with the guidance of their single mom, Trisha, since their biological dad, Hohenheim, left them when they were still young.
But Trisha dies eventually, so Winry and her grandmother take care of the brothers. While the grandma takes care of the brothers, they learn alchemy, hoping to use it to bring their mom back to life, only to learn something dark about their father.
This anime merges together action, emotions, and philosophy. Its story and characters check all the right boxes. Appealing without getting monotonous. Spot themes like sacrifice, redemption, and the outcomes of ambition.
‘Overlord’
The story of “Overlord” begins when Yggdrasil, a renowned virtual reality game, shuts down. Thus, guild master Momonga, whose look will remind you of the skulls in Mexico’s Día de los Muertos festival, stays logged in until the end. But, surprisingly for them, he finds his avatar transformed into his character in the real world. Plus, his fellow guild members also go astray.
This is why the main protagonist sets out to investigate this mysterious and devastating new world. Determined to locate other players of the game, they adopt the name Ainz Ooal Gown (who carries the frightening skull look) while extending their dominance and influence over the land.
‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba’
Don’t be surprised if we tell you a lot about “Demon Slayer,” as it is also one of the greatest animes ever produced worldwide. Tanjiro Kamado, our hero, finds out that demons have slaughtered his family. While his sister, Nezuko, gets spared, she is turned into a demon.
To seek justice for these atrocities, he signs up for the Demon Slayer Corps under the tutelage of Sakonji Urokodaki, an experienced swordsman. Kamado forms allies and goes on risky missions, but all to slay the demons that killed his family.
‘Death Note’
“Death Note” is that anime that has given rise to various merchandise. Shirts, mugs, bags, name it. This anime starts in Tokyo, where a high schooler named Light Yagami stumbles upon the Death Note, a notebook that kills everybody whose name and face are known to the notebook’s owner and writer. Now, Yagami takes on adventures to learn more about the Death Note, until… spoilers ahead… he dies.
This thought-provoking and exciting show is perfect for those who wish to explore themes of justice and power. It makes you bravely question what’s right and what’s wrong. Go ahead and stream it now.
More great fantasy animes are “Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War,” “One Piece,” “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” and “Black Clover.”
In other words, fantasy animes have changed viewing experiences. They’re actually quite a central, overarching theme, together with action, comedy, and drama, among others – unlike gacha or slice-of-life animes, which are not as big as those stated previously.
If you’re tired of watching animes that don’t pierce through your heart and emotions, you can explore the magical world of fantasy anime shows.
