Each medium has multiple masterpieces, making it only natural thatanimewould also have a fair share of legendary shows.
Not every series needs to be flawless or popular, but these anime are still revolutionary stories.
As anoverlooked anime series, for decades, no one knew how incredible this story was.
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Inspectors and Enforcers enact this rigid justice, but one rookie’s doubts may shake the system.
This is aperfect sci-fi anime seriesreflective of classic literature and the origins of cyberpunk.
The philosophical and psychological themes of justice and oppression aren’t unique.
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After Titans destroy his village,Erenvows revenge, only to gain the ability to turn into one.
Using his newfound power, he leads humanity against their true enemies.
ButSamurai Champloois arguably his best work.
It may not be too thought-provoking or philosophical, but it is a visual and aesthetic masterpiece.
This story tells the long and trying journey to prove Heliocentrism and the hardships the multiple protagonists face.
The first half is an epic, action-packed journey that debates religion and the state of the world.
It hasn’t aged perfectly, but it is a product of its time that is still inspirational.
It has some of thebest animation in anime, with its vibrant colors and in-your-face action.
After entering a tournament, they question the meaning of the sport and their place in it.
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If not for fun, why do people play?
While fans hope for a20th Century Boysanime, everyone can acceptMonsteras his magnum opus.
Taking it upon himself to stop this, Tenma vows to kill Johan while learning about his dark past.
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