Lactose_Intolerant
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Anime recommendations for a new comer
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Yautja_Warrior
Member
Far to many to name here but off the top of my head......
Anything by Studio Ghibli
Akira
Ninja Scroll (Movie)
Cowboy Bebop
Guyver (new and old series)
Ghost in the Shell (Movies)
Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex / Arise
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Afro Samurai
Attack on Titan
Vampire Hunter D (2nd movie is better)
Anything by Studio Ghibli
Akira
Ninja Scroll (Movie)
Cowboy Bebop
Guyver (new and old series)
Ghost in the Shell (Movies)
Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex / Arise
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Afro Samurai
Attack on Titan
Vampire Hunter D (2nd movie is better)
See this flowchart: https://i.imgur.com/q9Xjv4p.jpg
DrunkShogun
Member
Studio ghibli and mamoru hosoda films would be a starting point. Princess mononoke and spirited away from the ghibli side. Horror wise I can't say much but paprika was a film that most people enjoy.
Wow thanks for so many recommendations I'll give them a try
I liked the baymax and hiro characters relationship yes, but I loved the setting of fictional sanfransokyo as well as the super hero's
So maybe something in a futuristic city setting with a group of hero's,and Maybe light hearted but not necessary?
I liked the baymax and hiro characters relationship yes, but I loved the setting of fictional sanfransokyo as well as the super hero's
So maybe something in a futuristic city setting with a group of hero's,and Maybe light hearted but not necessary?
cosmicblizzard
Banned
Interestingly enough, School Days does fit those 3 criteria.
That being said, Death Note is a great starter anime.
That being said, Death Note is a great starter anime.
KingHenrik30
Member
Attack on Titan!
Dusk Soldier
Member
I rewatched this recently, and it's not very good.
But it's another series I'd recommend if your friend is into shipping OP.
DarkHeartedKill
Member
Attack On Titan is what got me into anime.
If she doesn't mind subbed animes One Punch Man is pretty good too.
If she doesn't mind subbed animes One Punch Man is pretty good too.
Perfect Blue - It is a movie so quick watch, and has a mix of drama and horror
Baccano - Has a mix of everything in it. Great gateway show
Another - Horror and Thriller
Death Parade - Not really horror, its more mystery but she might like it
Shinsekai Yori - Warning: very slow start, and most the horror elements are in the second half but they are fantastic
If she is into drama like you say you could recommend some Key anime to her, like Clannad, Air, etc.
Baccano - Has a mix of everything in it. Great gateway show
Another - Horror and Thriller
Death Parade - Not really horror, its more mystery but she might like it
Shinsekai Yori - Warning: very slow start, and most the horror elements are in the second half but they are fantastic
If she is into drama like you say you could recommend some Key anime to her, like Clannad, Air, etc.
PATLABOR
Anybody have recommendations on anime with less of the typical annoying anime tropes? Something that might be a bit different. I don't want to watch angsty teenagers save the world once again (or teenagers at all), the tsundere characters, battle anime, harems, clubs and the squeaky voices.
I know of Monster and Planetes, both which are great. Feels like I'll have to go for movies instead of tv shows in order to find something.
I know of Monster and Planetes, both which are great. Feels like I'll have to go for movies instead of tv shows in order to find something.
Black Republican
Member
whoa sorry anime gaf, i had no idea recommending certain show was bannable!
oh noes
Yep, that's why I mentioned it, it seemed like a good anime "appetizer".
Personally the animes that initiated me were Ninja Scroll, Battle Angel Alita, DBZ, Saint Seiya and several more violent shows but I wouldn't recommend them to newcomers unless they're really into that.
I'm a jackass and just post a link to this thread of mine.
Guardian of the Spirit.
Usagi Drop.
Ein Landarzt.
Hunter x Hunter.
Level E.
Gate.
Un-Go.
Shingeki no Bahamut.
The Tatami Galaxy.
Psycho-Pass.
Michiko to Hatchin.
Would be some candidates that could interest you.
Based on this I'm going to make a suggestion that I can't believe I haven't seen anybody else make yet. Aside from Ghibli movies, it's far and away the most obvious answer based on those criteria. And that is:
Try Mushishi and Death Parade. I think you'll like them.
Space Battleship Yamato 2199
Death Parade
For movies that fit that mold I'd recommend any Satoshi Kon movie.
The only thing is specifying battle anime as something that you don't want narrows down what can be recommended, since there's plenty of good anime that have battles but lack the other tropes you're complaining about. Or don't do the standard shonen battle tropes. (or don't have the fluff most shonen battle anime have despite the source material being older than them)
Newtype-001
Member
I came back to post the great
Dub version of the Host Club opening
I remembered about Tamako Market and the film Tamako Love story even though they are both sub only so if your friend ever wants to move past dub only they're both great watches.
Dub version of the Host Club opening
I remembered about Tamako Market and the film Tamako Love story even though they are both sub only so if your friend ever wants to move past dub only they're both great watches.
My recommendation for people's first anime is probably the original Fullmetal Alchemist. It's a name with enough mainstream recognition, and can open up lots of possibilities in terms of further watching it (the movies, Brotherhood, the manga). The Conqueror of Shamballa is a necessary film, because it is the concluding movie to the series, even if it isn't canon. Then if your friend decides to pursue Brotherhood, or the manga, there's room for discussion on how the approaches differed. I feel it's a better entry point than Brotherhood because it's pacing is a bit better and doesn't have alot of anime tropes or effects that Brotherhood does. The pacing to me personally is overall alot better because the manga wasn't completed at the time and so they drew out some of the more dramatic parts. The series definitely has some feel good moments, and there are several parts that kind are slightly horrifying, while also maintains high tension. Fair warning though, the ending is kinda shite, but that's only to set up the expectations for alot of anime in the future.
Skulduggery
Banned
Monster, this has to be the best choice for your friend. Great thriller/horror story and has an awesome dub.
Always wanted to watch this, but I'll hold out for an HD re-release
BranVan3000
Banned
Start with movies. The Girl Who Leapt through time seems like a good starting point. It's down to Earth, characters are relatable without having typical anime tropes and is just a great movie for girl or guys
Ghibli of course. I'd go with Spirited Away if you want light hearted adventure. There is a reason why it's the most renowned amongst Western critics.
Or if she is up for a movie that can really tug on the heart strings and show the length the medium can go then Grave of the Fireflies
Avoid series to start. But Death Note is probably the best gateway Anime IMO despite its obvious problems. Monster is my all time favourite series, and is basically the Anime equivelant of a HBO series in terms of quality
Ghibli of course. I'd go with Spirited Away if you want light hearted adventure. There is a reason why it's the most renowned amongst Western critics.
Or if she is up for a movie that can really tug on the heart strings and show the length the medium can go then Grave of the Fireflies
Avoid series to start. But Death Note is probably the best gateway Anime IMO despite its obvious problems. Monster is my all time favourite series, and is basically the Anime equivelant of a HBO series in terms of quality
GifGafIsTheBestGaf
Member
this is a great post also i suggest Barakamon (great series)
off topic but your avatar is the best
Thank you, I'll take a look at your thread. I wish there was some a database using some of your point of interests, so one could filter all the moe or fanservice for example.
I've seen some of Mushishi, can't really remember what I thought of it. Might look into it again. Death Parade sounds weird, but interesting. Thanks.
Oh yeah, had forgotten about 2199! I saw a bunch of the old series a while back and I really enjoyed it. Reminds me I have to check out the new Cobra as well.
Yeah, with battle anime I mean shonen battle anime, with full episodes of people fighting etc., that don't seem to focus on much other things. I'm alright with watching violence, it's just that I want more than bad guy vs good guy comparing strengths. Feel free to recommend anime with battles that isn't the same cookie cutter stuff airing every season. Thanks
SaviourMK2
Member
I have 3 recommendations
Food Wars
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Gurren Lagann
The Seven Deadly Sins
Ally of Justice
Member
I can be described as a casual anime viewer at best, so I can recommend this as a newcomer:
Bokurano - A group of children get enlisted into a "game" of controlling a giant robot to defend The Earth from other giant robots by a mysterious man in a cave on the beach. As they finish the first fight the children discover more and more details about the horrible game they're now playing.
The children are the main characters of the anime instead of the robot, so character development and suspense are principal to the story. The children are not treated as just the pilots but as individual human beings, each with their own background and personalities.
Puella Magi Madoka Magica - Girls are "Contracted" to become magical girls in exchange for a wish by a magical creature, then are forced to fight against Witches, the embodiment of curses and negative desires (with an amazing surreal art style and animation by Gekidan Inu Curry). Madoka, the titular character, is prevented to form a contract by a mysterious dark magical girl.
The story is stellar (this is my favourite anime, so I may be biased towards it), but the character development is not as good. You have to watch the first three episodes at least in order to form an opinion.
There's also a trilogy of movies, the first two being the original 12 episode series condensed and graphically improved, with a different soundtrack than the original series (which I prefer, but in no way is inferior to the original) and a third movie, a sequel to the series with amazing art, but and ending that divides the fanbase in two.
Others that I've liked:
- Most Ghibli
- Children who chase lost voices
- Your lie in April
- The Tatami Galaxy
Bokurano - A group of children get enlisted into a "game" of controlling a giant robot to defend The Earth from other giant robots by a mysterious man in a cave on the beach. As they finish the first fight the children discover more and more details about the horrible game they're now playing.
The children are the main characters of the anime instead of the robot, so character development and suspense are principal to the story. The children are not treated as just the pilots but as individual human beings, each with their own background and personalities.
Puella Magi Madoka Magica - Girls are "Contracted" to become magical girls in exchange for a wish by a magical creature, then are forced to fight against Witches, the embodiment of curses and negative desires (with an amazing surreal art style and animation by Gekidan Inu Curry). Madoka, the titular character, is prevented to form a contract by a mysterious dark magical girl.
The story is stellar (this is my favourite anime, so I may be biased towards it), but the character development is not as good. You have to watch the first three episodes at least in order to form an opinion.
There's also a trilogy of movies, the first two being the original 12 episode series condensed and graphically improved, with a different soundtrack than the original series (which I prefer, but in no way is inferior to the original) and a third movie, a sequel to the series with amazing art, but and ending that divides the fanbase in two.
Others that I've liked:
- Most Ghibli
- Children who chase lost voices
- Your lie in April
- The Tatami Galaxy
House of Five Leaves - on crunchyroll. Slow, low key samurai drama
Shigurui - warning for extreme sexual content and gore.
Serial Experiments Lain -
Mawaru Penguindrum -it has teenagers, I guess it kinda does have a tsundere and it has some stuff you'll probably frown on but I dare say it is still worth a try. It's hard to find an anime as weird and unique (and as good ;p) as Mawaru.
Texhnolyze
Mononoke - on crunchyroll
Dennou Coil
Tatami Galaxy
Shin Sekai Yori - on crunchyroll
Mushishi -on crunchyroll (second season only I think ?)
Aku no Hana - on crunchyroll
Check out any of the Satoshi Kon movies
Funimation did a broadcast dub for death parade (and other newer shows too), which is pretty neat
Cowboy Bebop is about the best for a starting anime. It plays way more like a western show that has a light, but substantial through-line and good characters arcs for all the main players.
I would also suggest anything Ghibli for more fantastical, light-hearted feature films and anything by Satoshi Kon (movies) for something a bit more on the mature side.
As someone who was banned for making one of the above suggestions in a legit ask thread months ago, this is a bad idea. Just stop.
I would also suggest anything Ghibli for more fantastical, light-hearted feature films and anything by Satoshi Kon (movies) for something a bit more on the mature side.
School Days
As someone who was banned for making one of the above suggestions in a legit ask thread months ago, this is a bad idea. Just stop.
ShaoranWright
Member
Silver spoon. It has teenagers, but it touches the subject of not knowing what you want to do with your life and how you can discover it. It's a beautiful anime based on the manga by the same author of FullMetal Alchemist. It's the type of anime that puts a smile in your face when you had a really shitty day.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqbo21SmNd0
Jack Remington
Banned
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is the GOAT anime, in my opinion.
I know exactly what you're looking for.
Legend of Galatic Heroes (Hear me out... this is it. No kids of any type. Great characters. It's what Star Wars wishes to be.)
Shin Sekai Yori (Has teenagers, but definitely not your typical anime teenagers. It's a psychological dystopian story about morality under extreme circumstances, much like Monster)
Shirobako (Actual working people making anime. Alternates between extreme stress about adult fears and lighthearted sequences.)
Gin no Saji
Psycho-Pass
Yamato 2199
Spice and Wolf
The Devil is a Part-Timer! with really good english dub.
SaviourMK2
Member
I just finished that today, great show
hosannainexcelsis
Member
You can actually find plenty of TV shows that don't fit into the stereotypical "anime" mold.
Anne of Green Gables - Isao Takahata's adaptation of the classic children's novel about an orphan girl adopted by an elderly couple on Prince Edward Island in Canada, and her experiences growing into adulthood.
Aoi Bungaku - An anthology series containing adaptations of various works of classic Japanese literature done by different directors at Madhouse.
Emma: A Victorian Romance - Exactly what it says on the tin: A romance story featuring a maid in Victorian England.
Gankutsuou - An adaptation of Dumas' novel Count of Monte Cristo, reimagining 19th-century France through a wild sci-fi lens.
Kaiji - A down-on-his-luck high school graduate gets involved in increasingly desperate gambles.
Kagewani - A horror story in the classic vein, about a professor investigating the appearances of a certain type of monster across Japan.
Kaiba - A sci-fi story about a world where memories can be easily exchanged between bodies, with a very unique visual style.
Master Keaton - An adaptation of a manga by the author of Monster, about a multi-talented globe-trotting insurance investigator.
Mouryou no Hako - A murder mystery set in 1950s Japan involving a series of people who get caught up in a strange dismemberment case.
Wolf's Rain - A somber tale in a dying world, about shapeshifting wolves who band together in search of a longed-for Paradise.
I could go on, but hopefully that gives you an idea of the kind of variety that's out there.
I would just go with Death Note tbqh.
John Blade
Member
Might be something that is watchable and fun for her and it's very short.
Gunsmith Cat's
Just watch the intro.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXE4wO-Qt48
Gunsmith Cat's
Just watch the intro.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXE4wO-Qt48