Looking to start a new anime

Hey! I’m not completely new to anime, I’ve watched a decent amount already. Some of my favourites are *One Piece*, *Haikyuu!!*, *Frieren*, and *Attack on Titan* (mostly mainstream stuff so far I know). I’ve also seen *JJK*, *Solo Leveling*, and *Death Note*.

I’m mainly looking for anime with strong storytelling and good character development, but I also enjoy shōnen and comedy. Preferably a show where I can get sucked into its world. I’ve got a list of shows I’m interested in (which has been built up considerably over the years), but I’m struggling to decide where to start, so I’d love some advice on what to watch next.

These shows include: *Berserk, Demon Slayer, Apothecary Diaries, Hunter X Hunter, MHA, Parasyte, Vinland Saga, Mob Psycho 100, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Fullmetal Alchemist, Cowboy Bebop and Gachiakuta.*

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YahtzeePineapple62025-12-26 12:06

Feel free to add any other suggestions beyond this list.

PayAltruistic52002025-12-27 16:44

You can check out vinland saga or demon slayer. Berserk too if you can handle it.

gud_fellow2025-12-26 12:11

Watch Chainsaw Man. It has peak character development, good story and is mainstream, it's like a must watch if you watch anime, it has one season (12 eps) and a recently released movie. The movie is so peak, it's an artistic masterpiece. I'll recommend you watch it. Another one is Hell's Paradise

And a piece of advice from me, don't only watch mainstream anime too much, it sets a high standard for you that most anime fail to reach so sometimes it's better to watch trashy anime. If you want a trashy anime watch the future diary, it has bad writing, but it's still fun and gory, this is the anime that was popular in 2013. This anime made 'yandere' term popular.

YahtzeePineapple62025-12-26 12:15

Thank you and have heard a lot about Chainsaw Man, so might be a strong possibility! Appreciate the tip, definitely don't want to watch too much mainstream anime hahaha (in fact the opposite).

gud_fellow2025-12-26 12:32

No Problem! I'm glad to help, the chainsaw man movie is rated 2nd highest in MAL, was 100% on Rotten Tomatoes (dropped to 96% because some stupid idiots didn't watch season 1 and jumped on the movie, then complained they didn't understand the characters) and 8.4/10 on imdb. Honestly I think it deserves more recognition, for e.g. the list you provided didn't had chainsaw man. That's because they didn't spent much on advertisement, compared to the new demon slayer movie. Tho those who've watched both the movies would know which one is better without being biased.

nour1121212025-12-26 12:11

All the shows you linked in that list are pretty good. I'd recommend watching Fullmetal Alchemist brotherhood next if you want just one anime name.

YahtzeePineapple62025-12-26 12:21

Thank you! Definitely think Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood might be up there for watching!

Royal-Hotel29262025-12-26 12:15

Orb on the movement of the earth. This is a history show with really good story telling on how old society was. Ping pong - a really well written sports show

YahtzeePineapple62025-12-26 12:21

Thanks for the suggestions! Both seem like very interesting shows so might have to check one of them out!

lost_in_existence692025-12-26 12:27

Try Fate Stay Night Unlimited Blade Works. If you like it, you should try Fate Stay Night Heavens feel trilogy and Fate Zero. The rest is up to you

Plastic_Two_26362025-12-26 12:31

Oh, if I were you, I would probably watch Dandadan. It has great characters and really good romantic, comedic, and action side to it. Also it is relatively short, and tickles you just in the right place. Be ready for episode 7 though. It is just my very favorite anime, so I would love to see you join us in fanning over this show.

Dandadan is pretty popular, so thare is also this show called Mikadono sanshimai wa angai choroi, which is kinda underground, but is also insanely good. Anyways, wish you the best of luck

Neuromance32025-12-26 15:40

Violet Evergarden

BKKMFA2025-12-26 16:02

My favorite one so far is Certain scientific railgun. Give it a try. You might like it bro. I don't know how you people refer character development, but for me this one was full on emotional, fun, and crazy good plot too especially the 2nd season. Please try giving it a shot.

PS: Litteral pillows flew across the room while I was watching the anime and there were countless desk slams too. :)

Prof_Acorn2025-12-26 16:53

Hinamatsuri

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