Hashire Melos (Movie)

This is not include animes that has inspired by classic lit or mentions it, mainly this is on anime that adapts or loosely adapts on classic lit. (Note: I'll try and update as much as I can and add some obscure ones!)

Collection of historical semi-realistic or realistic works that detail the historical events of Europe or daily life of people in European historical context.

Welcome to my Obscurity series, which I hope will help you delve deeper into the depths of anime, particularly the classics.

The criteria here is simple: Anime released in 2001 or earlier, with under 35,000 MAL Members, and which I've rated a 7 or higher.

I'm also not including anything that I've already included on my Good Stuff list: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/9517

It is perhaps worth noting that I rate things entirely on gut feeling. It's just, "I like that, that was good, it gets a 7.", that's the whole process. I can also find enjoyment in just about anything and there's very little that bothers me.

Ascend: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/9834
Descend: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/9615

Tags: Old, Obscure, Oldtaku, Retro, Underrated, Hidden Gems

What is a manly anime? It may be hard to define them at first glance. Rather than a textbook definition, it's more of a specific "vibe". You can feel when you're watching one of them.

One might associate them with a specific artstyle, starring adult male characters with a muscular build and detailed facial features, and while that is definitely a common trend, it's not necessarily a requisite.

To me, a manly series is one where the characters represent the ideals of manhood. They have an unbreakable determination, they protect their loved ones and are willing to risk their own lives for what they believe in, to achieve their dreams, or for a better future. And while the majority are battle oriented, they might not even need to throw a punch to be considered manly, sometimes their strong will speaks for themselves.

These characteristics apply to many other series, but a manly anime just hits different. You look at them and think "that's what a man would do".

This is not a comprehensive list, but rather, a collection of the series I feel represent these ideals best and would recommend to those interested in this type of anime.

MANLY Manga: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/17673

anime that takes place in places outside japan.

Every cinema or direct to video anime film that came out in 1992.

1991: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/34462
https://myanimelist.net/stacks/34463
1993: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/34756

Part 2: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/34703

Disclaimer: There are a few hentai movies, that could be counted as well:
- Ecchi de Happy! Pin! Pin! Pin! (1992)
- Kyuukyoku no Sex Adventure Kamasutra (1992)

This list contains all those anime that have been dubbed into Latin Spanish from each available decade.

Anime series that covers all of the original source they're based on, with some notes.

Check out the other parts at this link:
https://myanimelist.net/profile/Yuriko_Sakai/stacks
The Stacks are updated constantly so check them every once in a while :)

A big "thank you" to my friend Lorissagg for helping me with some researches :D
Here's his profile if you're interested: https://myanimelist.net/profile/Lorissagg

Some of the best that classic animation has to offer. I left out some obvious picks since you already know how good something like Akira or Princess Mononoke looks.

Cell animation leaves a particular effect and tone that, if paired with great animation and style, enraptures me like little else can. "They don't make 'em like they used to" some say, these anime are examples are skilled animation that will never be replicated. Although these were produced long before digital anime became common-place, the skill put into these works leaves them timeless.