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Main male protagonists are idealistic and considered to be ‘in over their head’ about the heroic work they do. Kotetsu has traditional values as an older hero whereas Galo is considered to be a boisterous, naive rookie in his fire squadron. Their idol, in the form of a reputable authority figure, is shattered when they directly betray their trust by crossing an ethical boundary. This is in contrast to the other individual in the prominent duo (Barnaby and Lio respectively), who are more realistic (with a cold facade) as a result of tragedy. Interestingly, the overarching villain hypocritically embodies what they despise. And finally, some of the comedy is based on satirizing action and superhero tropes (though ‘Promare’ is far more tongue-in-cheek).

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Tearjerking movies that feature emotional animal characters in tragedies. Chirin (a lamb) is driven by his vengeance following familial loss and a shattering of his innocence while Patrash (a dog) is driven by his devotion to his struggling owner and friend Nello.

If you liked Arashi no Yoru ni add

...then you might like Omae Umasou da na add

Movies that focus on the interspecies relationships and independent, caring animals that are under tension from social judgment. However, the relationship between Heart and Umasou is familial whereas the relationship between Mei and Gabu is friendly with a romantic subtext. Additionally, the predator-prey relations are seriously examined beyond the typical ‘predator = evil’ trope. Both movies finish with their own versions of bittersweet endings.

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Movies that focus on the interspecies relationships, and independent, caring animals that are under tension from social judgment. Leafie (a chicken) and Heart (a T-Rex) are placed into the circumstances to care for a vulnerable youth of a different species, who they eventually grow to love as their own offspring. Additionally, the predator-prey relations are seriously examined beyond the typical ‘predator = evil’ trope. Both movies finish with their own versions of bittersweet endings.

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Movies that focus on the interspecies relationships, and independent, caring animals that are under tension from social judgment. However, the relationship between Leafie and Greenie is familial whereas the relationship between Mei and Gabu is friendly with a romantic subtext. Additionally, the predator-prey relations are seriously examined beyond the typical ‘predator = evil’ trope. Both movies finish with their own versions of bittersweet endings.

If you liked Vampire Hunter D (2000) add

...then you might like Tenshi no Tamago add

These anime feature a great attention to detail to capture their respective gothic aesthetics and religious allusions. ‘Vampire Hunter D’ focuses more on horror with its vampire conflict whereas ‘Angel’s Egg’ is more bleak and surreal.

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This may be a bit of a stretch, but ‘Tiger & Bunny’ and ‘Kill la Kill’ portray core themes surrounding cooperation through polarizing friendships (i.e. Kotetsu and Barnaby, Ryuko with Mako and Senketsu), and previous rivals becoming allies following the need to fight against a greater evil. Barnaby and Ryuko are both characters initially driven by vengeance towards the loss of their family. The exposed outfits of the female characters, like Blue Rose, Ryuko, and Satsuki, are commented on for humour while being simultaneously deconstructed when discussing ideas of fanservice, female strength, and nudity.

If you liked Ouran Koukou Host Club add

...then you might like Kill la Kill add

Despite vast differences in plot and genre, these anime feature many loveable, memorable characters, one of which is a tomboyish female protagonist. However, Haruhi is more straightforward and down-to-earth whereas Ryuko is more feisty and tough. For their respective elements, they effectively exaggerate anime tropes and stereotypes for self-aware, satirical humour. ‘Ouran Host High School Club’ makes fun of different romance and harem tropes while ‘Kill la Kill’ exaggerates equal opportunity fanservice for comedic and dramatic effects.

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Similar gritty atmospheres and dark fantasy settings in dealing with humanoid monsters (vampires and demons respectively). These anime feature action-packed moments of violence and creepy imagery. However, 'Wicked City' is more sexually explicit and graphic. Interestingly, the rising tensions from the possible coexistence of humans and monsters is brought up in interesting ways; through the existence of D as a half-vampire hunter who feels like an outsider in both sides of his heritage, and in Maki and Takie cooperating for peace between their respective species. There are monstrous beings that become sympathetic and fall in love with a human partner that they wish to share their life with (i.e. Meier and Charlotte in 'Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust' vs. Maki and Takie in 'Wicked City').

If you liked Unico add

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Features sweet animation styles with heartwarming interactions between different species. These anime effectively manage darker elements to bring about touching themes of love, kindness, and forgiveness.

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...then you might like Unico add

Innocent, cute, and young animal protagonists that are forcibly thrown into the real world, and are exposed to harsh realities. In contrast, Unico becomes stronger and more compassionate from this exposure while Chirin changes for the worse in his downfall.

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Their stories are focused on the development of loving, but societally taboo relationships with interspecies differences. The predatory species in the pairing is initially conflicted and reluctant over their feelings towards their herbivorous partner (Nabi/Gabu vs. Doki/Mei respectively). These anime feature many emotional moments where the characters are forced to deal with harsh realities and the inability of others to accept/respect their relationship.

If you liked Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi add

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A young girl must travel through a darker, fantastical landscape with the help of a male deuteragonist. Their bond is the central relationship, and thus, it is important to their respective plots. ‘Spirited Away’ features a heartfelt message and an interesting 'mirror world' with numerous memorable characters whereas ‘Angel’s Egg’ is more bleak and bittersweet in its tone with minimal dialogue between its two main characters.

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These anime differ in plot structure, genre, and animation styles, but they focus their themes on questions and issues surrounding androids and robotics. The greatest focus is on what it means to be ‘alive’, where androids and robots could potentially have human-like consciousness and self-awareness.

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...then you might like Prison School add

A fast-paced and tense plot featured in an unique school setting with memorable characters, especially the young women that are not afraid to rough-house. There are dark-haired females that run the school with a iron fist and a sharp intellect under a serious, haughty demeanor (Mari and Satsuki respectively). Though ‘Prison School’ is more overtly sex-based in its jokes, both anime effectively use fanservice for self-aware humour (rather than just to titillate or exploit).

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School settings with the lives of students at stake, where the issues of reputation in ‘Prison School’ and debt in ‘Kakegurui' create drama through prestige hierarchies and enigmatic, background plotting. Ecchi humour/perversion is established to showcase humour and character desire. ‘Prison School’ is far more explicit whereas ‘Kakegurui’ is most explicit with this when detailing psychotic or near-orgasmic pleasure/thrill. Overt or covert references to dominatrix and femdom are portrayed with the Student Councils, where there are more powerful and authoritative female characters than male characters (who tend to be more submissive out of fear or pleasure). The more realistically-designed animation styles make the moments of exaggerated facial expressions stand out for intended comedic or dramatic purposes.

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...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

Centred on the protagonists reconciling their direct or indirect involvement in an unfair war that brought harm to people and grief to their loved ones. They have bittersweet relationships that end tragically, but help them realize what love truly is and feels like. Against the grim backdrop of military conflict, the nature of love and the strength of humanity are investigated using acts of creative expression (i.e. Jirou’s passion for planes and Violet’s employment in emotional letter-typing). Personally, these anime featured moments that were tear-jerking enough for me to cry.

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These anime are deceptive with their sweet animation styles and their cute-looking characters, as they feature bittersweet, emotional messages, and moments of cruel violence. Their predatory antagonists are quite similar in how they are treated in the story. They cause trouble and kill some crucial characters, but are treated more sympathetically as the protagonists, for better or for worse, come to understand their natural perspective and place in the cycle of life. Additionally, these anime feature an animal character that care for/mentor a younger member of a different species. The endings are tearjerking in how they establish the final part of the protagonist’s characterization (with Leafie’s motherly spirit and Chirin’s vengeful despair).

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These are amusing ecchi anime that are frequently considered a ‘must-see’ even for those that are not a fan of ecchi or fanservice. These anime base their sexual jokes on the clueless and perverted nature of the young male characters, who are then frequently called out or punished for their inappropriate actions by the memorable female characters. That said, Kintaro and the male protagonists of ‘Prison School’ have moments that showcase their morality, such as looking out for or protecting innocent people from a threat. What is nice about both of these series is that, amongst the ecchi content, are genuine plots that the fanservice elements do not detract from. ‘Golden Boy’ has the backdrop of educational lessons whereas ‘Prison School’ has a suspenseful prison plot with dramatic tension and blackmail.