Unlike many other mediums, anime tells its stories much differently.

Arcs are a unique thing in anime that gets fans excited whenever a new one starts.

Because of this, fans have endlessly discussed which of the many arcs is the best in anime.

The 15 Best Anime Story Arcs, Ranked

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The Soul Society is nostalgic and home to some of the best and most memorable fights and moments.

A new threat emerges, with Cell looking to absorb the androids so that achieve his perfect form.

It is well-written and contains one ofthe best anime villains.

Ichigo holding a giant sword in one hand and Rukia in the other in Bleach

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The immense buildup was suspenseful and exciting, leaving fans anticipating the fateful final battle.

Whether fans likeGintamafor its comedy or serious arcs, it is anessential anime that defined its era.

However, The Promised Day is the series' final arc and culminates everything in grand fashion.

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With the Homunculus' plan unfolding, Ed and Al prepare for the final battle for stop this conspiracy.

This arc follows Josuke in a small Japanese town in the 1990s.

The anime follows Xin, a wandering child with big dreams of becoming a war general.

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Unfortunately, theKingdomanime isn’t too popular because of the use of CGI in the first two seasons.

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The anime is about Shigeo Kageyama, also known as Mob, because he doesn’t stand out.

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With overpowered psychic abilities, Mob has trouble dealing with his emotions, causing his powers to explode unexpectedly.

While the World Domination arc offers better action and more laughs, the??

% is the perfect conclusion, which is whyMob Psycho 100has the best anime ending.

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?% arc is the perfect send-off in one of the best recent anime.

However, theChunin Exams puts the spotlight on more characters, showcasing their talents and personality.

The Golden Age arc is Guts' gruesome backstory and a defining arc in the series.

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Even though the anime has gore, violence, and disturbing scenes,the story is what makesBerserkso dark.

Not only does this arc have fun moments, but the fights and war sequences are stellar.

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Gintoki and Kagura protecting the Shogun in Gintama

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Edward Elric is pinned to a block of cement through his arm in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

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Josuke Higashikata with his Stand Crazy Diamond in Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable

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Xin and followers facing off against Li Mu and followers in Kingdom.

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Mob in a state of rage in Mob Psycho 100 Season 3.

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Naruto and Neji fight in the Chunin Exams in Naruto.

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Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village’s leader and strongest ninja.

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