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35 I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level Contains An Important Message Azusa Aizawa and Her Friends Lead An Easygoing Life 34 The Twelve Kingdoms Delivers a Richly Detailed Fantasy World A Journey Through Complex Political Systems and Mystical Lore 33 The Devil Is a Part-Timer! Reverses the Isekai Formula with Comedic Flair A Hilarious Tale of a Demon Lord Adapting to Modern Life and Fast-Food Jobs 32 Cautious Hero Parodies Isekai Tropes with Over-the-Top Humor An Absurdly Cautious Hero's Extreme Preparation and Its Comedic Consequences 31 Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy Places Its Hero At Odds With A Goddess A Complex Political Landscape Where There's No Hero Or Villain 30 Tenchi Muyo: War on Geminar Takes The Tenchi Universe Into A Fantasy Realm An Isekai That Combines Mecha And Harem Elements 29 The Saint's Magic Power Is Omnipotent Stars a Likable Herbalist Hero A Refreshing Take on Isekai with a Focus on Herbalism and Personal Growth 28 Fushigi Yugi Sends Its Heroine Into A Fairy Tale With One Chance Of Leaving A Reverse-Harem That Explores A Fantastical Ancient China 27 Wise Man's Grandchild Shows A Young Man Finally Growing Up A Young Man's Journey from Overpowered to Gaining Common Sense and New Friendships 26 Isekai Izakaya: Japanese Food From Another World Is Reverse Isekai With A Culinary Twist A Culinary Delight with an Izakaya Connecting Two Worlds Through Food 25 Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon Is The Worthy Follow-Up To Inuyasha A New Generation of Demonic Adventures with Familiar Faces and Fresh Mysteries 24 Grimgar, Ashes, And Illusions Focuses On Character Drama To Keep Fans Watching A Heartfelt Exploration of Identity and Survival in a Fantasy World 23 Knight's & Magic Blends Fantasy With Giant Robots A Mecha Enthusiast's Dream in a World of Magic and Mechanical Behemoths 22 I'm The Villainess, So I'm Taming The Final Boss Makes The Bad Girl The Lovable Hero Redemption and Romance in a Game World 21 Trapped In A Dating Sim Lovingly Blends Mecha Anime With Dating Sims Refreshing Take on Otome Games 20 My Next Life As A Villainess Stars The Best Co-Ed Harem In Isekai Anime Katarina's Quest to Rewrite Her Fate and Create an Unlikely Love Story 19 Kyo Kara Maoh Is An Early Classic Isekai Title That Aged Well Timeless Journey from Modern Japan to a Fantasy Realm 18 The Rising Of The Shield Hero Stars A Gritty Hero Who Only Fights On Defense A Darker Take on the Hero's Journey with Themes of Betrayal and Redemption 17 Ascendance Of A Bookworm Stars A Girl Determined To Make Books A Book Lover's Tale of Persistence and Innovation 16 Saga Of Tanya The Evil Is About Magic & Mayhem In Steampunk World War I Calculating the Antihero's Struggle for Power
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The isekai subgenre of Japanese anime has been soaring in popularity in recent years, and every anime season adds a few more titles to the isekai pool. Even if some anime fans feel burnt out by now, plenty more are eager for new isekai anime series to lose themselves in.

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Isekai anime features main characters who are either transported or reincarnated, mostly with the help of the infamous Truck-kun, to another world. Whether an anime fan is newly exploring the genre or looking for their next anime to binge-watch, Crunchyroll has the best anime available on stream.

Updated on November 23rd, by Sage Ashford: Over a decade into its dominance, isekai remains as hot as ever. Crunchyroll has access to all the best isekai, so this list has been updated to include more of the greatest isekai that are still available on the platform.

35 I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level Contains An Important Message

Azusa Aizawa and Her Friends Lead An Easygoing Life

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I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years is the kind of isekai that introduces an overpowered protagonist to allow for a more relaxed setting. The protagonist is Azusa Aizawa, a woman who was an office worker in her old life before she lost her life from being overworked. Granted a new life, Azusa wished for nothing more than a simple life where she could take it easy. An immortal who lives in a modest home, Azusa pays for her life by hunting slimes and selling their crystals. Yet hundreds of years of hunting slimes have accumulated, making her one of the most powerful beings on the planet.

While I've Been Killing Slimes is a silly concept, it conceals a great message about the importance of not overworking oneself underneath. The series' focus on slice of life adventures operates as relaxation therapy for Azusa and the viewer. Even when Azusa is forced to interact with the rest of the world, she does so at her own pace, never allowing anyone to overwork her. This is a fun story with a great theme, yet it's safe to say many isekai rank far above it.

34 The Twelve Kingdoms Delivers a Richly Detailed Fantasy World

A Journey Through Complex Political Systems and Mystical Lore

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The Twelve Kingdoms is a classic isekai anime that offers a deeply immersive experience characterized by intricate world-building and compelling political intrigue. The story begins with Yoko Nakajima, an ordinary high school student, suddenly thrust into a fantastical world ruled by twelve kingdoms, each governed by its own set of mystical laws and rulers. Initially, Yoko struggles to understand why she was brought to this strange land and grapples with her insecurities and fears as she embarks on a journey that will change her life forever.

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As Yoko navigates this new world, she encounters various characters who help her realize her true potential and the role she is destined to play in the fate of the kingdoms. The anime's intricate world-building is one of its strongest aspects, with detailed lore that includes complex political systems, mythical creatures, and a rich history that shapes the story's events.

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The Twelve Kingdoms

Anime

Adventure

Drama

High school student Youko Nakajima is approached by a strange man who claims he's been searching for her and that she is the rightful ruler of his kingdom.

Release Date
April 9, 2002

Cast
Mari Devon , Kate Higgins , Houko Kuwashima , Aya Hisakawa , Mela Lee , Dorothy , Elias-Fahn , Ai Satô , Kappei Yamaguchi
Main Genre
Anime

Seasons
1

33 The Devil Is a Part-Timer! Reverses the Isekai Formula with Comedic Flair

A Hilarious Tale of a Demon Lord Adapting to Modern Life and Fast-Food Jobs

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The Devil Is a Part-Timer! offers a refreshing and humorous twist on the isekai genre by turning its conventional premise on its head. Instead of following the typical storyline where a human is transported to a fantasy world, the anime presents the story of the demon lord Satan, who, after a catastrophic battle in his world of Ente Isla, is forced to retreat through a portal that lands him in modern-day Tokyo. Stripped of most of his powers and unable to revert to his original form, Satan (now going by the name Sadao Maou) must adapt to the mundane reality of human life.

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To survive, Sadao takes on a part-time job at a fast-food restaurant called MgRonald's, where he learns the ins and outs of customer service while plotting his eventual return to power. The anime is a delightful blend of workplace comedy and supernatural antics as Sadao hilariously navigates the challenges of everyday life, from paying rent to dealing with his quirky coworkers. The contrast between his grandiose ambitions and the trivial nature of his new life creates endless comedic moments. Still, the show also explores deeper themes, such as identity and the nature of power.

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The Devil Is a Part-Timer!

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Fantasy

Hilarity and fun ensues when Satan ends up in modern day Japan without any magic to return, and starts working part time in a fast food joint.

Release Date
April 4, 2013

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Ryōta Ōsaka , Yoko Hikasa , Nao Tôyama , Yuki Ono , Hiro Shimono , Kanae Itô , Hina Kino , Yumi Uchiyama , Asuka Nishi , Yûichi Iguchi , Azumi Asakura , Takehito Koyasu , Madoka Asahina , Tomokazu Sugita , Megumi Han , Chikahiro Kobayashi

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32 Cautious Hero Parodies Isekai Tropes with Over-the-Top Humor

An Absurdly Cautious Hero's Extreme Preparation and Its Comedic Consequences

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Cautious Hero: The Hero Is Overpowered, but Overly Cautious is a comedic isekai anime that takes a satirical approach to the genre, poking fun at the common tropes found in similar stories. The plot centers on Seiya Ryuuguuin, a hero summoned to a fantasy world by the goddess Ristarte to save it from destruction. However, unlike typical heroes who dive headfirst into adventure, Seiya is absurdly cautious — so much so that he spends excessive time preparing for even the smallest battles, ensuring that he is overwhelmingly powerful before facing any enemy.

The humor in Cautious Hero comes from Seiya's extreme over-preparation, which often leads to ridiculous and exaggerated situations, such as him annihilating weak enemies with devastating attacks that are clearly overkill. His cautious nature often frustrates Ristarte and the other characters, creating a comedic dynamic as they struggle to understand his meticulous methods. Despite its light-hearted and exaggerated humor, the anime also delivers moments of genuine emotion and tension.

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Cautious Hero: The Hero Is Overpowered but Overly Cautious

TV-14

Action

Adventure

The goddess Rista summons a hero to help her in her hard mode video game world. The hero, Seiya, is exceptional in every way, but is incredibly cautious.

Release Date
October 2, 2019

Creator
Kenta Ihara

Cast
Yūichirō Umehara , Aki Toyosaki , Jamie Marchi
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
1 Season

Production Company
White Fox

Number of Episodes
12 Episodes

Studio
White Fox

31 Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy Places Its Hero At Odds With A Goddess

A Complex Political Landscape Where There's No Hero Or Villain

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With most isekai, the protagonist is summoned over and given the favor of the new world's deity....yet Tsukimichi goes down a different path. Misumi Makoto is summoned to a fantasy world at the behest of a goddess, yet before he leaves his own world he's granted a boost in power from Amaterasu of his own world. When he reaches the new world, he's supposed to help battle against the demon race battling humanity. However, the goddess of his new world wants nothing to do with him because he's not pretty enough to interact with her world's "hyumans".

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Thrown away, Misumi is forced to carve a place where he can belong in this new world, crafting a town monsters can call home.. Tsukimichi takes many of the expected isekai tropes and subverts them just enough to create a fun isekai series. Unlike most worlds, Tsukimichi's world is surprisingly morally grey, with no side clearly good or evil, making the world's conflicts that much more compelling.

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Tsukimichi - Moonlit Fantasy

TV-14

Action

Adventure

The series tells the story of normal kid Makoto Misumi who, after being transported to a fantasy world to serve as its hero, is cut loose when the world's unnamed goddess decides he doesn't measure up to her standards of beauty.

Release Date
July 7, 2021
Main Genre
Anime

Seasons
2

Number of Episodes
12

Cast
Natsuki Hanae , Akari Kitō , Ayane Sakura

Studio
C2C, J.C. Staff

30 Tenchi Muyo: War on Geminar Takes The Tenchi Universe Into A Fantasy Realm

An Isekai That Combines Mecha And Harem Elements

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Just before the isekai boom of the 2010s, Tenchi Muyo went into the realm of isekai stories with Tenchi Muyo: War on Geminar. The series begins with Kenshi Masaki, who finds himself dragged from Earth to the world of Geminar. To get back home, he agrees to assassinate an Empress inside a giant robot, but finds himself in over his head when the Empress' protection arrives. Still, the Empress takes note of his talent, and forces him to become her attendant. From there, Kenshi builds a life in this new world, slowly accepting he might not be able to go home anymore.

War on Geminar remembers the charm of what made the original Tenchi Muyo work: a largely clueless, yet likable protagonist surrounded by a bevy of beautiful, charming women who have all fallen in love with him. Unlike Tenchi though, this series isn't afraid to dive into action scenes, as Kenshi has been trained to be nearly unstoppable in battle. Still, for newcomers to the Tenchi universe, War on Geminar requires zero knowledge of the franchise, making it easy to check out for anyone who wants an isekai with harem and mecha elements with a surprisingly compelling story.

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Tenchi Muyo! War on Geminar

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Young Kenshi Masaki was kidnapped, transported to a distant galaxy, and captured by a gorgeous princess! This royal beauty claims Kenshi as her personal servant - and lends him out to all the lecherous ladies at her prestigious boarding school.

Release Date
March 20, 2009

Creator
Masaki Kajishima
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
1 Season

Number of Episodes
13 Episodes

Cast
Cherami Leigh , Lydia MacKay

Studio
AIC Spirits, BeSTACK

29 The Saint's Magic Power Is Omnipotent Stars a Likable Herbalist Hero

A Refreshing Take on Isekai with a Focus on Herbalism and Personal Growth

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The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent is another example of great isekai anime that doesn't rely on overpowered protagonists to tell a compelling story. The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent is a fine isekai Crunchyroll title that stars Sei Takanashi. Tired of her everyday working life in Japan, Sei finds herself in a fantasy world one night.

This is Sei Takanashi's chance to live a relaxing, pleasant life far away from the endless grind of 21st-century Japan, a premise that quite a few modern isekai titles have. In that new world, Sei will launch a new career as an herbalist and researcher, putting her skills to use to be of service to others.

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The Saint's Magic Power Is Omnipotent

TV-14

Fantasy

Romance

Sei is living her dream life in a magical kingdom. She's popular for making potions, but will this obsession hurt her chances with Albert?

Release Date
April 17, 2021

Creator
Yuka Tachibana

Cast
Yui Ishikawa , Takahiro Sakurai
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
2 Seasons

Production Company
Diomedea, AT-X, Bandai Namco Arts

28 Fushigi Yugi Sends Its Heroine Into A Fairy Tale With One Chance Of Leaving

A Reverse-Harem That Explores A Fantastical Ancient China

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Fushigi Yugi is from an era when isekai was aimed at the shoujo demographic rather than shonen. The focus is on junior high students Miaka Yuki and Yui Hongo, who discover the book "The Universe of the Four Gods" in their library. Reading the book, they're transported into a fantastical version of ancient China. While Yui finds her way back home, Miaka's only chance of going back is gathering the Seven Celestial Warriors of Suzaku to gain wishes that could let her finally go home.

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While modern isekai is hyper-targeted towards a single demographic, Fushigi Yugi feels like it tries to offer something for everyone. It has romance and cool fantasy action, comedy and well-written characters and world building. Lastly, the series is a great choice for viewers who want to experience some classic '90s-era animation.

27 Wise Man's Grandchild Shows A Young Man Finally Growing Up

A Young Man's Journey from Overpowered to Gaining Common Sense and New Friendships

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Wise Man's Grandchild is a fairly popular isekai on Crunchyroll that may feel conventional for the most part. However, it still has an undeniable charm, hence its good rating on Crunchyroll. It starts in typical fashion, with a relatable salaryman dying in an accident and getting reincarnated as a child in a fantasy realm.

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Now going by Shin Wolford, the hero will learn magic from his foster grandfather, Merlin himself, but he must learn common sense, too. So, by the time Shin turns 15, Merlin will send the boy to a local magical academy on certain conditions. It's up to Shin to make the most of this and learn some good sense while making new friends.

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Wise Man's Grandchild

TV-14

Action

Adventure

A recently deceased young man is sent to another world and is taught magic by master Merlin. He quickly masters everything he is taught. However he has one fatal weakness, common sense.

Release Date
April 10, 2019

Creator
Tatsuya Takahashi
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
1 Season

Characters By
Daman Mills, Lindsay Seidel, Katelyn Barr

Producer
Takashi Tachizaki, Tomoyuki Oowada, Kazusa Umeda

Production Company
Silver Link

Number of Episodes
12 Episodes

26 Isekai Izakaya: Japanese Food From Another World Is Reverse Isekai With A Culinary Twist

A Culinary Delight with an Izakaya Connecting Two Worlds Through Food

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Isekai Izakaya is a delightful and simple reverse-isekai for fans of food-oriented anime and fantasy anime that only lightly touches on isekai's common elements. In this anime, an izakaya called Nobu is connected to a fantasy city named Aitheria. The izakaya's two staff members are always happy to serve their otherworldly patrons.

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Isekai Izakaya's narration is based more on a premise than a plot, making it easy and comforting to follow. The owner of the izakaya, Nobuyuki is always welcoming to his exotic guests and will even expand his menu to suit their tastes, such as including Western foods. The waitress, Shinobu, is also a welcoming host and reacts comically anytime Nobuyuki teases her.

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Isekai Izakaya: Japanese Food From Another World

Animation

Fantasy

Izakaya “Nobu” is a modest establishment, staffed by only two people: master, Nobuyuki Yazawa, and server, Shinobu Senke. Despite its humble appearance, its entrance is mysteriously connected to an ancient city from another world: “Aitheria.” Nobu’s patrons consist of lazy palace guards, incognito clergymen, and the Waterworks Guildmaster - not your average clientele! But once they enter Nobu’s doors, they are greeted with the finest alcohol and dishes the likes of which they’ve never seen.

Release Date
April 13, 2018

Creator

Cast
Kenjiro Tsuda , Tomokazu Sugita , Atsushi Abe , Suzuko Mimori
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
1

Number of Episodes

Streaming Service(s)

25 Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon Is The Worthy Follow-Up To Inuyasha

A New Generation of Demonic Adventures with Familiar Faces and Fresh Mysteries

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The original, classic Inuyasha anime may not be on Crunchyroll, but its sequel certainly is, and Yashahime's a wonderful watch for fans of the original series. Even if Yashahime isn't a landmark isekai anime like Inuyasha is, it boasts plenty of familiar characters, fun new characters, and modern production values.

Yashahime has a few protagonists, including Sesshoumaru and Rin's daughter Towa, who was transported to modern Japan and raised by Kagome's family. The story also includes Setsuna, Towa's half-sister, as well as Kagome and Inuyasha's energetic teenage daughter, Moroha.

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Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon

TV-14

Action

Adventure

An adventure following Sesshomaru's half-demon twin daughters, Towa and Setsuna, as they discover the mysteries of their past along with Moroha, the daughter of Inuyasha and Kagome.

Release Date
October 3, 2020

Creator
Katsuyuki Sumisawa
Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
2 Seasons

Characters By
Sara Matsumoto, Mikako Komatsu, Agostina Longo, Azusa Tadokoro

Producer
Hisakazu Naka

Production Company
Shogakukan, Sunrise, Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation (YTV)

Number of Episodes
48 Episodes

24 Grimgar, Ashes, And Illusions Focuses On Character Drama To Keep Fans Watching

A Heartfelt Exploration of Identity and Survival in a Fantasy World

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Grimgar, Ashes and Illusions ranks among the best isekai on Crunchyroll because it focuses a little less on action and adventure, and more on serious character drama. That makes the Grimgar anime's main characters less like power fantasy self-inserts and more like real people who find themselves in a strange new world.

Protagonist Haruhiro and his allies must also balance their party between different classes and abilities to make sure they can survive against the odds, with Haruhiro electing to become a thief while Ranta is a dark knight and the shy dandere Shihoru is a wizard. Grimgar's solid character drama and dialogue make it better than other generic action/adventure isekai out there, hence its place among Crunchyroll's best isekai, though it doesn't go far enough to break new ground.

Grimgar, Ashes and Illusions

Haruhiro suddenly wakes up, with no memory but his name. There are a lot of people around, but noone seems to know anything. Haruhiro forms a party of some of the people and start exploring.

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23 Knight's & Magic Blends Fantasy With Giant Robots

A Mecha Enthusiast's Dream in a World of Magic and Mechanical Behemoths

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Knight's & Magic has a fairly formulaic premise for the most part, but anime fans still count it among the best isekai on Crunchyroll because it has one major twist. In this isekai anime, giant robots are the norm, and they contrast well with the fantasy world they inhabit. Mechs called Silhouette Knights fight to defend innocent people from Demon Beasts.

Protagonist Tsubasa Kurata, a software engineer and a big fan of mecha anime, will see all this for himself when he dies in a car accident and finds himself in the fantastical Fremmevilla Kingdom. He will also assume the new identity of Ernesti, the son of a noble family, and enroll at a magic school where he may learn to pilot those giant mechs for himself.

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Knight's & Magic

TV-14

Animation

Action

Adventure

Comedy

Ernesti, a programmer and mecha fan in his previous life, is reincarnated in a fantasy world where he sets out to pilot a humanoid weapon.

Release Date
July 2, 2017

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Main Genre
Animation

Seasons
1

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22 I'm The Villainess, So I'm Taming The Final Boss Makes The Bad Girl The Lovable Hero

Redemption and Romance in a Game World

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I'm the Villainess, So I'm Taming the Final Boss is actually a seinen isekai anime, but it presents itself more as a shojo otome game anime, similar to My Next Life as a Villainess. Protagonist Aileen Lauren d'Autriche is reborn as the antagonist in her favorite dating sim, and she needs to get some plot armor right away. Aileen breaks things off with Prince Cedric and rushes into the arms of the kuudere demon king Claude, who is surprised at first, but then welcomes his new lover. Aileen must figure out her new destiny with Claude by her side, all so she can survive her doom and, most of all, overcome Lilia Rainworth's cruel schemes time and again.

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Overall, I'm the Villainess is a good watch because Aileen is such a smart and kind protagonist who changes everyone's lives for the better, all while developing a surprisingly sweet and inspirational romance with Claude, who's far from a token boyfriend in her eyes. As for Aileen's and Lilia's feud, the anime poses some interesting questions about the ethical boundaries of being an isekai anime protagonist in a game world, surrounded by NPCs. Are those NPCs real people with real feelings, or just toys to play with? Aileen and Lilia have very different answers to that question.

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I'm the Villainess, So I'm Taming the Final Boss Delivers on a Villain Turned Hero Story

WRITER
Sarasa Nagase

Artist
Mai Murasaki

Letterer
Taylor Engel

Publisher
Yen Press

Price
15.00

Release Date
September 28, 2021

21 Trapped In A Dating Sim Lovingly Blends Mecha Anime With Dating Sims

Refreshing Take on Otome Games

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Trapped in a Dating Sim isn't quite a top-tier title, but it provides a welcome change of pace. The antihero Leon Bartfort is teleported into a bizarre otome game with strong sci-fi elements and must forge meaningful relationships to survive. He was reborn as the third son of a minor noble family, meaning he was born near the bottom of society, being just prestigious enough to get enrolled at a local school. At least Leon will find a powerful war robot to give him a leg up in combat and perhaps impress a few people.

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Leon leans into his underdog status and annoys everyone with refreshing boldness and honesty because he has so little to lose. But he's still a decent and brave person, so he and his lady friends, Olivia and Angelica, fight hard to save the day from the real villains. The anime's wacky but effective blend of isekai, giant robots, magical girls, high school romantic drama, and comedy makes for a surprisingly fun watch that may take anime fans by pleasant surprise when they tune in.

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Trapped in a Dating Sim

A young man is transported into a video game world dominated by females.

Genre
Anime

Number of Seasons
1

Debut Date
April 3, 2022

Studio
Crunchyroll

20 My Next Life As A Villainess Stars The Best Co-Ed Harem In Isekai Anime

Katarina's Quest to Rewrite Her Fate and Create an Unlikely Love Story

My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! is all but the poster child for modern villainess isekai anime. Plenty of isekai anime series show the hero being reborn as a nobody or an OP superhero, but My Next Life as a Villainess, true to its title, reincarnated its heroine as an otome game antagonist. At age 7, the bratty Katarina Claes will hit her head, then suddenly remember who she was — and realize where she is now.

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Katarina, upon resuming her old identity on the inside, will embark on a brand-new quest in the romantic world of Fortune Lover. Rather than being a spoiled bully, Katarina will rewrite everyone's love lives to make sure the story will never end, and thus Katarina the villainess will never face her own doom. Katarina's goal may be selfish, but she genuinely enjoys helping people who need her, so in her eyes, it's a win-win for all involved. She might even succeed too hard and create a co-ed of adoring lovers around her, but Katrina will be too dense to realize what exactly is going on. She's a typical ahodere, which makes the situation that much funnier. The level of comedy is powerful enough to land it closer to the middle of the rankings.

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My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!

TV-14

Anime

Comedy

Drama

A young girl dies and is reincarnated into a video game. But when she finds out that her role is the villainess destined for doom, she takes measures to change the game and avoid that fate.

Release Date
April 4, 2020

Creator
Satoru Yamaguchi

Cast
Maaya Uchida , Tetsuya Kakihara , Shouta Aoi , Miho Okasaki
Main Genre
Anime

Seasons
2

Studio
Silver Link

Number of Episodes
24 +OVA

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19 Kyo Kara Maoh Is An Early Classic Isekai Title That Aged Well

Timeless Journey from Modern Japan to a Fantasy Realm

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Kyo Kara Maoh is an older isekai anime that aired before the isekai boom of the early 2010s. Kyo Kara Maoh's story begins when Yuri Shibuya intervenes to save his friends from bullies, only to get his face shoved into a toilet — and fall into a portal in the process.

Now Yuri is in a brand-new world far from home, but even weirder still is Yuri's newfound demon status. He is destined to become the demon king and is happy to build a new life here, but he still misses his old life in Japan and may feel rather conflicted at times. Kyo Kara Maoh aged well as an older, pre-boom isekai, and that's impressive, earning its place as a fairly good isekai, though it has still been eclipsed by some of the very best isekai out there.

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Kyo Kara Maoh!

In Kyo Kara Maoh!, Yuri Shibuya is transported to a medieval fantasy world.

Release Date
April 3, 2004
Main Genre
Isekai

Studio
Studio Deen

Main Cast
Mika Kanai, Saiga Mitsuki, Toshiyuki Morikawa, Kazuhiko Inoue and Akio Ootsuka

18 The Rising Of The Shield Hero Stars A Gritty Hero Who Only Fights On Defense

A Darker Take on the Hero's Journey with Themes of Betrayal and Redemption

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The Rising of the Shield Hero follows the titular hero, Naofumi Iwatani the Shield Hero, as he ventures to farm experience, acquire new powers, and survive in a world that has forsaken him. The anime is darker than the typical isekai anime, featuring several betrayals and discrimination. The Rising of the Shield Hero also tackles more serious themes, like religious influences, power struggles, and slavery in a fantasy world.

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Despite mixed reception to the anime, The Rising of the Shield Hero is a decent isekai with a unique power system. Fans who are looking for the tried-and-tested isekai formula can't go wrong with The Rising of the Shield Hero, as it also offers the familiar power fantasy and plenty more in the span of three seasons. Now, a fourth season of this isekai anime is on the horizon, though fans should be aware there may be some controversy on that topic.

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The Rising of The Shield Hero

TV-14

Action

Adventure

A gamer is magically summoned into a parallel universe, where he is chosen as one of four heroes destined to save the world from its prophesied doom.

Release Date
January 9, 2019
Main Genre
Animation

Creator
Aneko Yusagi

Cast
Kaito Ishikawa , Asami Seto , Rina Hidaka

Seasons
3 Seasons

Production Company
DR Movie, Kinema Citrus

Number of Episodes
50 Episodes

17 Ascendance Of A Bookworm Stars A Girl Determined To Make Books

A Book Lover's Tale of Persistence and Innovation

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Urano Motosu is a self-acclaimed bibliophile who can't live without books. Just as she is about to achieve her dream of being a librarian, she meets her demise and gets reincarnated into a medieval-style world. The problem is that a division across social classes inhibits her access to books, so she strengthens her will and decides to create them instead.

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Ascendance of a Bookworm shies away from the usual power fantasy and tackles mature themes in a non-aggressive manner. The anime also features a refreshing young protagonist with a very clear motivation, which has nothing to do with getting stronger or killing monsters.

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Ascendance of a Bookworm

TV-PG

Adventure

Comedy

Fantasy

Urano, a young Japanese soon-to-be librarian, dies in an earthquake. She is reincarnated in another world as a young girl named Mayne, but learns books are scarce and only provided to prestigious elites.

Release Date
October 13, 2019

Creator
Miya Kazuki

Cast
Takehito Koyasu , Fumiko Orikasa , Mutsumi Tamura , Satoshi Hino
Main Genre
Anime

Seasons
3

Studio
Ajia-do Animation Works, Wit Studio

Number of Episodes
36 + 2 OVA

16 Saga Of Tanya The Evil Is About Magic & Mayhem In Steampunk World War I

Calculating the Antihero's Struggle for Power

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When a salaryman challenges a higher being on his deathbed, he gets reincarnated as a young girl in a war-torn world. She then uses her prior knowledge of the World Wars to prove the god wrong. Saga of Tanya the Evilpushes a sinister character as a protagonist in Tanya Degurechaff, a vicious antihero with a clear goal in mind.

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The young maiden with the mind of an old man does not hesitate to use sacrifices if it means guaranteeing her victory, and her being called evil is not just an empty accolade. Tanya uses every dirty trick in the book for the sake of being promoted to a cushy position away from blood and warfare. All this makes Tanya Degurechaff an exciting yet creepy antihero who fights hard for her own survival, all while leading the charge against foreign nations in a World War I scenario that never seems to end.

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Saga of Tanya the Evil

TV-MA

Animation

Drama

Sci-Fi & Fantasy

War & Politics

A girl with blond hair, blue eyes, and porcelain skin fights on the front lines of a brutal war and climbs the ranks of the imperial army.

Release Date
January 6, 2017

Cast
Aoi Yuki , Saori Hayami , Daiki Hamano , Hochu Otsuka , Nobuo Tobita

Seasons
1

Studio

Number of Episodes

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