Best MAPPA Anime

In the aftermath of his village's devastating destruction, Einar's quest for a peaceful life with his family is brutally shattered. As the Danes return, Einar's world crumbles around him, leaving him to bear witness to the senseless slaughter of his loved ones. Forced into slavery, Einar is taken to Denmark, where he finds himself at the mercy of his ruthless captors. Despite the overwhelming despair, Einar holds onto his mother's words of wisdom, using them as a lifeline to survive. His path intersects with that of Thorfinn, a brooding and troubled slave, as they toil together in the fields under the watchful eye of their benevolent master, Ketil. As they work towards their freedom, Einar and Thorfinn are confronted with the dark legacy of their past and the treacherous machinations of their present. Yet, they persevere, clinging to the hope that one day they may find redemption and peace in a world rife with injustice.

As the Marleyan cadets Gabi and Falco are poised to inherit a powerful Titan and aid their nation in its crusade against the Eldians on Paradis, their lives are upended by the sudden arrival of Eren Yeager and the Survey Corps. The latter, having finally uncovered the dark secrets surrounding the Titans, now seeks to escape the confines of their world and explore the unknown beyond the walls. Meanwhile, the Marleyans are driven by a singular purpose: to eradicate the Eldians and assert their dominance. As these two forces collide, the stage is set for a climactic confrontation that will determine the fate of Paradis and the future of humanity. With the truth about the Titans finally within their grasp, the Survey Corps and the Marleyans are locked in a desperate struggle for supremacy, each side hell-bent on achieving its own agenda. The outcome of this epic clash will forever alter the course of history, and only one side can emerge victorious.

As the ancient war between Marley and Eldia reaches a boiling point, Eren Yeager's desperation for a solution propels him down a catastrophic path. Under the guidance of the enigmatic Zeke, the Beast Titan, Eren's actions become increasingly erratic and ruthless, leaving his former allies and enemies alike wondering about his true motivations. Meanwhile, Eren's past becomes a focal point, as he grapples with the weight of his family's history and the burden of his own destiny. As the conflict escalates, both Marley and Eldia unleash their full fury upon each other, with soldiers and Titans clashing in a brutal struggle for survival. Reiner Braun, determined to hold the line against Eren's forces, draws upon his own abilities, while his fellow Eldians, Falco Grice and Gabi Braun, fight to stay alive amidst the chaos. In the midst of this turmoil, Eren's childhood friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert find themselves trapped alongside their former comrades, struggling to comprehend the monster that Eren has become. Despite Eren's monstrous transformation, Mikasa and the others remain steadfast in their belief that their friend still holds a glimmer of good within him. With the hope of saving Eren's soul, they join the fray, determined to restore their friend to his former self and bring an end to the devastating conflict that threatens to consume them all.

In a world where the boundaries between humans and curses are increasingly blurred, two hot-headed and confident sorcerers, Satoru Gojou and Suguru Getou, are tasked with escorting a naive girl named Riko Amanai to a mysterious entity. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of the jujutsu world, they find themselves entangled in a complex web of moral dilemmas that threaten to shatter the fragile truce between sorcerers and humans. A decade later, the stakes have never been higher. Curses born from humanity's darkest emotions have grown in power and ambition, seeking to eradicate humans and establish a new world order. The strongest sorcerer, Gojou, stands in their way, and the ancient cursed spirit leading the charge orchestrates a devastating attack on Shibuya Station on Halloween. As the sorcerers assemble to defend their kind and the innocent, they must confront their own limits and the true nature of their powers. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, Gojou and his comrades must put aside their differences and work together to stem the tide of cursed energy and protect the world from the brink of destruction. But as the battle rages on, the lines between good and evil begin to blur, and the sorcerers must confront the darkest aspects of their own humanity.

In the midst of his mundane high school routine, Yuuji Itadori's life takes a drastic turn when he stumbles upon a mysterious, otherworldly object. As he unwittingly ingests the cursed finger of Sukuna Ryoumen, the notorious King of Curses, Yuuji is suddenly catapulted into a realm of supernatural horrors. These malevolent entities, born from humanity's darkest emotions, threaten to destroy the very fabric of society. As Yuuji struggles to comprehend the gravity of his situation, he discovers he has developed extraordinary abilities. This newfound power draws him to Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, a secret institution dedicated to training Jujutsu sorcerers - individuals with the capacity to wield the power of Curses against their own kind. With his life forever altered, Yuuji embarks on a perilous journey, navigating the treacherous world of Curses and confronting the dark forces that lurk within.

In the gritty underbelly of New York City, 17-year-old Ash Lynx, a self-made gang leader, is haunted by the enigmatic "Banana Fish" - a phrase echoed by his older brother, Griffin, since his return from the war-torn Iraq. As Ash delves deeper into the mystery, he's confronted by the very forces that raised him: the notorious Dino Golzine's mafia empire. Dino's men close in on Ash at his underground hideout, where he's forced to confront the consequences of his own past. A chance encounter with Japanese photographers Shunichi Ibe and Eiji Okumura leads Ash into a complex web of alliances and rivalries. But when Dino's men kidnap Skip, Ash's loyal friend, and Eiji, the investigation takes a deadly turn. As Ash navigates the treacherous landscape of street gangs and organized crime, he must confront the demons of his own troubled past and the secrets that bind him to the mafia. Can he rescue his friends and unravel the truth behind Banana Fish, or will his ties to the underworld ultimately prove his downfall?

In a world where the boundaries between life and death are blurred, Denji's existence is reduced to a never-ending struggle to survive. His destitute life is marked by the constant presence of his loyal companion, Pochita, a chainsaw devil who becomes his only means of making a living. As he toils away, slaughtering devils for a pittance, Denji's dreams of a simpler life, filled with comfort and companionship, seem an impossible luxury. But fate has other plans. A brutal betrayal by the yakuza claims Denji's life, extinguishing his hopes of a brighter future. However, an ancient contract awakens a new reality, as Pochita merges with Denji's spirit, imbuing him with devil powers. The result is a terrifying hybrid, capable of transforming his body into deadly chainsaws. As the Public Safety Bureau's elite devil hunter, Makima, takes Denji under her wing, he is forced to confront the darkness within himself. With the promise of a content life and the allure of an attractive woman by his side, Denji devotes himself to the fight, driven by his naive yet unwavering desire to make his dreams a reality.

In the sweltering heat of Kyushu's summer, a shy and introverted pianist named Kaoru Nishimi arrives at his new high school, resigned to another year of solitude. His life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Sentarou Kawabuchi, a charismatic delinquent with a passion for jazz. As Sentarou's infectious enthusiasm draws Kaoru into the world of improvisational music, the introverted student begins to blossom, forging an unlikely friendship that transcends their vastly different personalities. As the summer unfolds, Kaoru finds himself drawn to the basement jazz sessions at Ritsuko Mukae's family-owned record shop, where he discovers the joy of using his musical talents to bring happiness to himself and others. With each passing day, Kaoru's confidence grows, and he finds himself embracing a new sense of purpose and belonging. Against the vibrant backdrop of 1960s Japan, this poignant tale of self-discovery, friendship, and first love explores the transformative power of music to bring people together and change their lives forever.

In a desperate bid for power, the ruthless samurai lord Daigo Kagemitsu makes a pact with 12 malevolent demons, sacrificing his own humanity in the process. His reward is a thriving prefecture, but at a terrible cost: his firstborn son is born without limbs, nose, eyes, ears, or skin, yet somehow remains alive. Abandoned in a river, the child is rescued by a wise medicine man who equips him with prosthetics and weapons, allowing him to eke out a meager existence. As the boy grows, he sets out to reclaim his lost humanity by defeating the demons that claimed him as a sacrifice. With each demon's demise, he regains a piece of himself, slowly rediscovering his true form. For years, he wanders alone, until a chance encounter with a scrappy orphan boy named Dororo brings a glimmer of hope to his desolate existence. Together, these two misfits must navigate a treacherous world overrun by demons, fighting for their survival and the right to be human.

In a world where the boundaries between life and death are blurred, a disillusioned ninja named Gabimaru the Hollow finds himself perpetually cheated of his demise. With a lifetime of bloodshed behind him, Gabimaru has lost all sense of purpose, believing he's earned his fate. However, his would-be executioner, the young and ambitious Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, has other plans. Rather than ending his life, Sagiri offers Gabimaru a chance to redeem himself by retrieving the fabled Elixir of Life, rumored to grant immortality, from the mysterious island of Shinsekyo. Gabimaru, driven by his love for his wife, accepts the offer, joining a group of ten other condemned prisoners on a perilous journey. As they venture into the unknown, they're met with eerie silence and the unsettling truth that no one who's ventured to Shinsekyo has returned unscathed. Despite the ominous signs, Gabimaru remains resolute, fueled by his desire for a chance at redemption and a life free from the shackles of his troubled past. With danger lurking around every corner, Gabimaru and his companions must navigate the treacherous island, confronting the dark secrets and supernatural forces that threaten to consume them. Will Gabimaru emerge victorious, or will the allure of immortality prove to be his downfall?