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To me Ann and Rishe are somewhat similar they're both smart and kind, they both course-correct quicker than your average FMC. Their relationships with the MMC are also similar in that Arnold and Shall Fen Shall are brutal and cold murderers for everyone else but warm with them even if they don't always show it. Rishe and Arnold's relationship is manifestly romantic while Ann and Shall's is just implied.

In Ao no Exorcist and Yomi no Tsugai, we have: - Twins as the main characters - It turned out they're some kinda destined ones - World where human live alongside other world creatures (demons/tsugai) - Mystery about their parents (who are they/where are they?) If you enjoyed one, you might like the other.

Same theme.

similar art style and featuring post war era Japanese school life

Tetsuwan Atom is much more episodic and less dark but even so Jinzou Ningen Kikaider was heavly inspired by Tezuka, Osamu artstyle. Both are good robots created by a paternal figure and Jinzou Ningen Kikaider's main antagonist, Gill, is a more evil version of Tenma.

Both are inspired by Pinocchio and Frankenstein, respectively. Jirou and Frank are "monstrous" or unusual beings who try to understand morality, love, and acceptance after being created by paternal figures.

Both are dark shows deals about what is a robot, robots imiting human emotions and also has many fights.

Exaggerated comedy anime about groups of girls who are "obsessed" with one awkward boy.

Similiar story developments, harem, romance

Both of the series focus on the one subject of both their story: The HOLY GRAIL Itself. Bear with the idea. The ultimate power to changed one wish for good/life and evil/death. The difference is 7 Sailor Scouts (+1 or 2) & 7 seven masters and servants. Fighting for the fate of their world. Shirou & Usagi are reincarnated of their former self with immense power to change their destiny & at fate when comes saving their world with the support of their companions

SIMILARITIES IN SHINGEKI NO KYOJIN(ATTACK ON TITAN; NOT THIS SEASON BUT WHOLE FRANCHISE) IS THE BASIS: DISCRIMINATION WARFARE WAR CONSEQUENCES ON CIVILLIANS LIFE ON THE BATTLEFIELD BATTLEFIELD DIFFERENCES: PLOT TWISTS OF AOT BLOODSHED IS MORE IN AOT 86 IS DRAMA(GENRE) AOT IS THE GOAT MORE CONTENT TO WATCH IN AOT FINALE IN AOT IS UNEXPECTED AND SHOCKING WITH A GRAND PLOT TWIST AND REVELATION, WHEREAS FINALE OF 86 WAS AWAITED, EMOTIONAL, AND PERFECT ENDING AS PER THE SCENARIO (SO WAS AOT) WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT 86? CHECK OUT MY REVIEW ON IT!!

both main characters are altruistic and face similar conflicts externally and internally.

very alike in the philosophical theme aspect of the story and gripping

Deep internal character focus and similar character developments

Features a "protagonist that is strong but has the world against them," mirroring Licht’s battle against a corrupt system.

Soar high into the horizon. These music videos look like moving canvases; both by director Katou Ryuu hence the similar art style, direction and feel with the element of flight. They depict people going for their dreams/aspirations. Natsu wo Ikiru is a music video for the band Ryokuoushoku Shakai's song of the same name while Aporia is a music video for Yorushika's song of the same name used as the ending theme of the anime Chi. Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite.

Both shows work with the dinamic "useless" detective and "actually good" detective that are not in the police. Also, both shows have the plot for a mistery to unfold later...

The play on time, history, human psychology in relationships and their relation to the outer community, interwoven with tradition and folklore. Truly a rare phenomena. Both shows execute this entire construct phenomenally, with their individual emphasis on different aspects of the larger picture. Absolutely a must watch!

If you're looking for another unsettling queer storyline packed full of metaphors, symbolism, sensitive topics and supernatural/fantasy elements, this is it! While Utena has a female perspective, so it focuses on deconstructing the patriarchy and the roles enforced within it, tshd focuses more on themes of shame and ostracism (from a male perspective). Overall, both are really great for character analysis and social commentary!

Honestly, watching Love Live! Sunshine!! reminded me a lot of Robotics;Notes. Sure a lot of shows have like a girl starting a school club to achieve her dream but Robotics;Notes and Love Live! Sunshine!! had a lot of vibes that made them feel similar. Firstly, they're both set on a coastal town (Tanegashima in R;N, Numazu in Sunshine!!) and they have a passionate female lead who tries to get people to join their club (even though R;N protagonist is a male). Where they both differ is Robotics;Notes is part of the Science Adventure Series (the series which Steins;Gate is part of) so it tends to get more serious and darker later on unlike Love Live! which is mainly slice-of-life story following girls who become school idols.

Both of them have MC that turn into the thing they hate. They both end up going separate ways from the people they trust, <- eren during season 4 and kaneki during season 1. They both have the drive to get stronger and will get stronger by any means necessary, even if it pushes them past their limits. Both want change in the world and for peace to come...

Both have MC that want to get stronger and train harder to do so while having a strong buddy by their side. They both are about venturing into new lands and discovering new things. They both use supernatural weapons <- grimoire for black clover and metal vessels in magi. Though the ways through obtaining them is different there are still people who are normal vs "special" in their worlds!

Both portray the day to day lives of the people that make up villainous organizations.

Take the introvert-extrovert ship and play the UNO card. Both the animes have really cute moments with the extrovert side jumping the gun and the introvert side blushing. Must watch if you enjoyed this one.

A little surprised to see that no one else has made this comparison yet. Bobobo- bo Bo-bobo and Pop Team Epic both give off a similar vibe as both shows rely on complete and utter randomness and lunacy as their source of humor.

Both of these anime feature a ridiculously overpowered protagonist who is functionally unbeatable in their own setting. Some people get into debates over who would win in a fight between Yogiri and Anos.

Both Anime are fantasy, with magical elements and imaginary worlds. In Tongari Boushi no Atelier, the protagonist Coco discovers the world of magic, while in Sousou no Frieren, the elf Frieren explores the world after the defeat of the Demon King. Both Anime have a strong focus on character development. In Tongari Boushi no Atelier, Coco learns to control her magic and become a mage, while in Sousou no Frieren, Frieren learns to better understand human emotions and cope with loss. Both Anime have emotional and touching stories, with characters facing challenges and overcoming obstacles. In Tongari Boushi no Atelier, Coco deals with the consequences of her magical actions, while in Sousou no Frieren, Frieren deals with the loss of her friends and the loneliness of immortality.

Both are just mindless fun, I find that they have some similar character tropes (Yukko = Tomo) and there's some pretty nonsensical stuff in there, the story also progresses in a similar way, the girls all go through their school days and all the exams and business. Overall both great anime!

A small guy who has a special skill that makes them good in the sport. The skill is largely depended on other teammates. Later they learn how to be more independent in the game. A taller guy who can make their skill be even better. The anime is largely focused on the training and tournaments in their sport. Character development often involves the sport. Side characters develop their own special skills later.

Both are shoujo harem where the FMC has an ability to see something no one else can see and that ability puts her at the center of the group of men who fight against the thing she can see. The feel of both is so similar as are the female characters I often get them mixed up. Both deal with Japanese history+fantasy element; in MTR it's the meiji era and in Nil Admirari it's the taisho. And they both have a set up with a main male character you end up rooting for over the rest of the harem, unlike other shows like Amnesia or brother's conflict

These are both reverse harm where the female main character guided by a squirrely looking pet meets each of the male characters. The set ups for each episode are very similar where the prince/brother of the episode says a dedication at the beginning, heroine spends time with them personally. Both female characters are very similar personality wise and even physically, both are light hearted and sunny. Main difference is the fantasy aspect that Yume Oukoku has being an isekai, while brother's conflict is completely modern-day SoL.

If you like the gore and thrill you get from Another I think you will like Gleipnir too, remember this is just my opinion.

sci-fi theme, mechs,. Darling in the franxx is very similar to evangelion, it has "pistil (female) and stamen (male) that pilots the robots just like how pilots pilotthe Eva. it also includes "Klaxosaurs" which are like Angels in evangelion. darling in the franxx is a solid choice if you liked evangelion

Both are some kinda hybrid between idol anime and magical girl anime (although pretty rhythm is more on the idol side and lulutto is more on the magical girl side) and, at least from what is out so far (as of episode 5 of lulutto), buth anime have quite an absurdist sense of humour

Both are well-animated CGDCT slice-of-life depicting our main cast's daily life. The particular draw is the animation quality and how relatable their low-stakes situations can be to ordinary students.

basically the same thing as Kaina of the Great Snow Sea but instead of being made by BLAME! author, this is generic shounen mecha with superpowers. But hey at least same cold world thematic I guess..

the direction of anime is very similiar

They're psychological-oriented approaches to their respective genres, with NGE doing it for the mecha genre and Grisaia doing it for the harem genre.

Similar Premise, With them starting at the point of Immortal Peak. in Xian Di Gulai, he instead gets bored and goes back to fix his Old life. In Jiu Yang Yushen he is forced into his old life, after being ambused to death. They both restrict MC's strength to his current cultivation despite having dormant super power.

For my sci fi junkies out there, the whole series is on YT (with subs) Both are about aliens / higher dimensional entities invading earth. Humanity fighting for survival. Ling Long Incarnaion Probably has the best 3d animation style that I've ever seen in my life. A work of art, truly 10/10.

Okay so imagine you are an assassin but in order to stop something bad from happening you have to get married. The problem is you are very socially awkward so you have to get marriage fraud involved.

two sports anime where sports are by no means the main subject

They look so similar. ABSURD CONCEPTS, POWER OF HUMAN SPIRIT, DETERMINATION, BAD ASS FIGHTS, ROBOTS...

This anime is basically the all boy Harem equivalent to 100 girlfriends

Both Anime Produced By MADHOUSE, Have Romance genre with political elements. But i think direction of Kin No Kuni Mizu No kuni is better, but Mushikaburi-hime is also worth watching.

Both of them are isekais and have dark themes. Also, after watching both, I do think that if you liked one of them, you will most likely like the other too.

Slice of life oriented series with an lgbt undertone that occasionally has action.

Both Zatsu Tabi and Super Cub are underrated Kadokawa SOL series with same chilling vibes of simple adventures. They also have characters with same vibes: The taciturn Chika and Koguma, the energetic Koyomi and Reiko, and the innocent Yui and Shii. This can be your alternative chilling series after your daily activities.

Both anime series have MCs with a doppelganger (twin in one series, supernatural clone in the other) that is utilized to live a single life. Both anime series have story arcs with themes of revenge and horror/mystery-suspense.

Okay hear me out on this one I know they are very different shows but both have a very clueless funny MC, both have great awesome cute animation and visual comedy and both have imaculate humor so if you Love Bocchi the Rock! like me (my favorite anime) then give "Tadaima, Ojamasaremasu!" or "Pardon the Intrusion, Im home!" a chance!

both follows random comedy, so they are pretty funny, and both have a melancholy and dramatic ambient

both series follows the same atmosphere, the same vibe and the interaction of each mc with the supernatural, yokai and spirits, and even the emotions of the two mc are almost the same

the fact that they both have managers that care about the idols like if they where they little siblings, the similar characters or bonds that they have with each others, the songs, or how each group have its own essence

if you liked a3 you might like starmyu, actually it gives the same vibe, and follow similar theme

-Magical world -Female MC that grows throughout the story -Great artwork -Great audio -Heart warming story

Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is created by the same author as Junjo Romantica built in the same setting similar to each other. If you like Sekaiichi Hatsukoi you’ll enjoy Junjo Romantica! It’s both a drama, comedy, and romance.

Both series dare to ask what happens to our protagonist after their adventurous arc reaches a conclusion. Both series scoff at this idea of greatness as something ineffable or permanent. Both use the marginalized as tools to explore the human condition further.

Both explore the theme of children's sexuality in a dystopian setting. Also they both contain weird creatures whose origins are unclear.

Elaina is in a core basically a Frieren but Elaina acts as a realistic character in fantasy world or Frieren if she never met a Himmel

Aliens invade earth using mechanical automatons that evolve as they progress with their annihilation of humanity as we know it. The final defense against complete human extinction is tasked to a faceless, monolithic organization comprised of logic-based bureaucrats in the name of survival of the species. The machinations of the military industrial complex fueling this bleak foreverwar begin to unfold as the thin line between enemy and ally blurs, breaking down the given reality previously established, putting into question what it truly means to be human and to be alive. Once the dust settles, what value is there in a lonely life when a life alone is ultimately worthless? Both are also fairly horny, with NieR taking the cake via 2B's bakery being accentuated by her A.T.Field, better known as "zettai ryouki".

Both Anime Produced by MADHOUSE, Have multiple Cases and scenario & Beautifully Balanced Comedy & Serious Parts Of Story.

Both anime Are produced by MADHOUSE, Directed by Yuuzuu Satou & Every episode has Two different part/cases except the final Episode of both series.

Fantasy oriented mystery solving endeavors that lean more into the yokai side of fantasy as opposed to the typical anime fantasy

Wars, politics, large scale, adventure, medium length, etc.

Aliens or close enough have invaded humanity and you have to figure out what exactly is going on alongside the main character. Action, tense situations, and engaging plot

Dark, sad, depressing, yet full of action and badassery

Isekais with large cast, humor, political turmoil, action, and some spice

High School setting romance with awkward girl

More mature vibes with romance, heartbreak, drama involved

Mid-length stories of adventure and magic. Well thought out plots with gag humor mixed in.

Man who thought he'd lost all hope loses last additional bit of hope he didn't even know he still had. Dark and depressing. "Nothing good ever happens" Literal hell

High stakes games in a typical anime setting

Both have the theme of people living their lives only to discover there's more to reality than they ever knew. Late to the game, they are trying to catch up to understand in order to survive.

These are honestly so niche, that it's hard to make a recommendation for them, but both have some slow-burn romance, with a feel good resolution that have similar vibes

Amber evenings have succubi

Both are about demons and both are in love with the demon girl who made a contract

Short stop-motion animations where unusual creatures roam colorful forests. Pui Pui and Muu Muu play with other odd creatures in a pastel-colored felt land in Fuwafuwa Hour: Pui Pui & Muu Muu. Morbidly cute creatures called Kyo-Jaku (formerly Jaku-Jaku) join forces to challenge their brightly-colored land's status quo and food chain hierarchy in Yowaki Hakanaki Mono-tachi Pilot Movie.

- Both MCs get heavily underestimated and labeled as "useless" or "not good enough" by the people around them. - Both end up becoming chill mentors who actually train and level up their students/teammates instead of just flexing. - Both have hidden OP abilities but choose not to brag they save it for epic, smart comebacks when it really matters. - Both carry mysterious or dark backstories that shaped who they are (and explain why they’re so skilled yet low-key). - Both rely on sharp logic, unconventional strategies, and clever tactics in fights rather than raw power spam. - Shared vibe: magic-filled fantasy world, party dynamics, zero heavy angst, light comedy, and occasional subtle romance spice.

There both hero anime and also based off of American super hero comics.

Endlessly stylish characters inhabiting a gritty yet beautifully neon city. In which unfortunate children are led to commit violent acts by outside forces.

It has the same edgy feel to it with similar character tropes and narrative

Genius leaders from poor kingdoms doing their best to make their piece of land valuable. Both have strong and smart female characters accompanying them. Both have a good amount of political intrigue.

Both are post-apocalyptic anime with the same animation studio (Madhouse) which follow a mysterious yet kind-hearted man (Vash/Casshern) who can't die and is responsible for an untold amount of death and destruction, something they spend the series attempting to atone for. In both cases, they're pursued by a cynical yet caring woman (Meryl/Lyuze) who see them as a dangerous psychopath, though Lyuze's motive is a lot more personal than Meryl's. Eventually, the heroine realises that the protagonist is nothing like the monster they thought he was, and eventually develops a close bond with him. The main difference is that Casshern initially has no memory of who he is or what he did, while Vash remembers his past very well and simply takes a long time to share it. I prefer "Trigun", as it has a much better story, a lot more character development and a much more bearable tone, though "Casshern Sins"'s visuals are better, albeit not by much. Basically, if you liked "Casshern Sins", you should definitely watch "Trigun". Or better yet, watch the "Stampede & Stargaze" remake, as it's closer in tone to "Casshern Sins" than the original "Trigun" anime.

Both are set in fantasy worlds that are recovering after a great war. Two warriors (Toru and Akari/Luke and Cecily) are trying to protect a mysterious young girl (Chaika/Lisa) from various people who are after her. In both cases, the group are aided by a sentient weapon (Frederica is a Dragoon while Aria is a Demon Sword) who took part in the war. That said, the characters themselves are quite different from each other- Chaika can hold her own unlike Lisa, Toru is notably less of a dick than Luke, Akari is a lot more cynical and abrasive than Cecily and Frederica is far more energetic and fight-hungry than Aria. Additionally, "Coffin Princess" is a science fantasy that has the characters travel from place to place, while "The Sacred Blacksmith" is a regular fantasy that takes place entirely around a single city. I prefer "Coffin Princess", as it's more original and adventurous and the characters are more fleshed-out.

Both have good stories to tell yet have worldbuilding that doesn't really make sense. If you're not bothered by the plot holes of the magic systems but just in it for the characters and story that is unfolding, then this can be for you

Both are isekai in the traditional sense. Both are based on video games instead of the now more typical reincarnation theme. To draw much more comparisons than that would risk being a spoiler, but rest assured, they are similar in the good ways and dissimilar in the ways one might prefer (such as not similar in that there's less harem, bro-con, etc. in Log Horizon)

Both series feature a mysterious, almost supernatural character who appears only when summoned or when someone desperately needs them. In each episode, this mysterious character offers help to someone, but at a high price.

Both series feature a mysterious, almost supernatural character who appears only when summoned or when someone desperately needs them. In each episode, this mysterious character offers help to someone, but at a high price.

Focus on the details of the characters' clothing, spiced up with good animation and a few suggestive scenes.

Wanna-Be's references Japanese female wrestlers from the 1990s, while Tiger Mask features real wrestlers from New Japan Pro Wrestling.

Both illustrated by Nagano. Ashita no Keikaku is a music video by the metal band Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai made during the pandemic lockdowns. The anthropomorphic animals featured in the MV thought about the foods they'd like to eat and the things they'd like to do once the state of emergency gets lifted. Charumera x Chiikawa is Chiikawa's collaboration commercials with Myojo's Charumera ramen. The first CM features the Chiikawa eating ramen with scallops with actress Tsubasa Honda and in the second CM, the Chiikawa can be seen singing and dancing in scallop costumes.

AOT and Vinland Saga taught me there's two outcomes to war. You can choose to be selfish. or, You can choose to be selfless. s1 after rewatching was colonization. children, mothers, families, lives were lost to set the stage for s2. King Canute, the Vikings, the history we see from this show is REAL HISTORY with a fictional focus on Thorfinn — a character who is representing the children that were born from these wars, this era, and how history is being repeated, how children are being indoctrinated as we speak, HOW YOU ARE. s2 made me realize enemies are made by the governments to Divide and Conquer. Pirates, mobs, gangs, Vikings, they are not the enemies of the world but cultured into a world of war and slavery. the government calls them savages but uses them, indoctrinates them, then casts them aside. seeing the reviews made me realize why and how politics works. people love fighting. so i ask people to watch this and think of Thorfinn’s question: “Is there anywhere that war and slavery have not touched?” because it has. “Would it be possible to rid the world of war and slavery?” because it can. S2E10 Einar says to Thorfinn: “Together, we turned an entire forest into a farm. If only all of this land were ours.” world peace is possible. my parents were watching a religious show: The Chosen. In S2 they explored the Biblical story of John and James who created a farm in the same way. Upset that Jesus told them to cultivate land that was not owned by them, a lesson not answered? https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2021/08/24/plow-that-field/ It’s a lesson answered in a way to show that no matter how corrupt the land, how bloody the soil has been tainted, how many people were forced to cultivate this land, that there is nowhere else to go but to turn this land into something worth living on, to create life from more life. how the Vinland Saga S2 shows not to burn a forest to spread death, but to transform a forest into the spread of more life, to create Vinland. Season 1 defined Love (Love/Hate), that “love” isn’t something a human possesses but an Unconditional Passion, a Godlike Passion — Love/Hate, that this Passion (Love/Hate) is both the human social constructs known as “love” and “hate.” In S2E13 Thorfinn is eavesdropping on Snake (take note of his symbolic name) who is reading the bible and states: “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” — dubbed “You must love your neighbor and continue to love your enemies” — translated but love and hate, it’s nothing but a definition. a social construct. (this is why the law doesn’t work btw. it’s called “court language”). to “love” and “hate” like God would be to have Passion like God, a Love/Hate that is Unconditional. the world would have peace if we all followed that verse from S2E13: To have Unconditional Passion is the only truth of this world we know. Love/Hate that is balanced for it an Unconditional Law. Let there be Light meaning Dark. A balance. Balance of Passion: Love = Hate = Unconditional Passion ≠ human emotions like "love" and "hate" So I say to you: Have Passion for your enemy as you would have Passion for your neighbor, friend, brother, sister, spouse, partner, family, or even a stranger. For if you have no enemies but the world will tell you that you have enemies. In a world of choice, I tell you to choose to create a place for a better tomorrow — Vinland.

Male shut-in becomes a girl magically

Both anime feature a dark, consistent, and realistic storyline. Both main characters are serious types who don’t say much. There are no overpowered characters—just realistic ones.

Knowledge is power, and both series build their worlds around leaders who reshape their surroundings through intelligence, ambition, and long-term vision rather than simple brute force. The satisfaction comes from watching small beginnings evolve into thriving nations, supported by memorable allies, political decisions, and constant progress. While That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime leans into fantasy, diplomacy, and large-scale worldbuilding, Release That Witch approaches similar themes through strategy, engineering, and social change. Its unique direction, steady character growth, and rewarding sense of progression make it a natural companion for anyone who appreciates the kingdom-building appeal found in Slime.

Great Pretender clearly doesn't hide its desire to be the modern Cowboy Bebop. Right off the bat, its fully instrumental opening with abstract visuals using heavy emphasis on primary color contrast and seamless transitions, finishing with a giant title of the show as a jazz orchestra hit right in sync, is obviously a clear hommage to Bebop's iconic Tank opening. The show takes a deviated approach towards Bebop episodic storytelling by being divided in 4 major arcs which despite having a linear narrative, really feel like standalone arcs that could have been rearranged in any order. The whole pacing shares the same rythm as Bebop with lots of relax, laid back and contemplative scenes intertwined with bombastic action showdowns often involving long lasting chases. Most of that action is built in sync with fast jazz orchestrations giving the show a fantastic entertaining energy all throughout, an anime standard defined by Bebop. As it is the case with both of them, this music can be associated with the considerable "western" inclination Great Pretender also takes. At least 5 to 6 different languages are featured, multiple locations from the USA, to Singapore, passing by the UK and finishing in China and a main cast with varying origins and ethnicities. All of these giving the whole narrative a really unique and international feeling you don't see in most of the anime industry landscape, be either in 1998 or today. The main GP cast is also a case of massive inspirations by rearranging the main cast of Bebop into 4 characters sharing similar traits to each Bebop's characters. -Edamura shares the nonchalance, quick witted attitude and assurance of Spike with much of Faye's hot temper, brash personality, clumsiness and disdain for the rest of his crew early on. -Laurent takes a similar role as Jet by being the leader of the con man crew, also being extremely competent at his craft and a troubled past he hides from others. In reality he appears very silly and smug most of the time, similar to Spike's frequent moments of absurd comedy, this and a native ability towards seducing women for both. -Cynthia is THE classic portrait of a femme fatale, especially in appearance much like Faye's design and demeanor induced at first glance. Both losing their cool easily when clever men can see through their charms and sex appeal manipulations. However she takes far more of Jet's role within the story by being the serious "straight guy" of the crew often berating her allies for taking too much unnecessary risks. -Abby is basically Ed in nature. Androgynous, tanned skin, relatively small and takes the most lone wolf approach in the crew. Unlike Ed who leads towards being an androgynous boy while actually being a girl, Abby is clearly a girl with some tomboyish characteristics. With this, she shares little snippets of the other 3 to form her character, she has Faye's troubled past with her family, Spike's unnatural skill in fast paced combat and Jet's serious attitude in regards to her life activities. The cherry on top of is an ending with intense focus on character drama, especially the lead, leading you to believe it might copy Bebop's conclusion 1 to 1 but without spoiling, it does its own thing instead. Lots of reccuring and memorable side characters, sometimes funny sometimes intimidating villains and story full of mishaps and shenanigans is the reason why I think Great Pretender is the closest experience you can get in anime to Cowboy Bebop, far better than Netflix live action that's for sure.

Death Note and Moriarty the Patriot are similar in that they both feature geniuses who want to change the world according to their own vision of justice. Both anime rely on intense intellectual clashes between brilliant characters. They use manipulation and complex strategies rather than brute force. Furthermore, they explore moral questions about good and evil.

Both are slow-paced, quiet fantasy shows that emphasize character introspection and deliver some of the most moving emotional storytelling, prompting deep reflection on philosophical themes.The music is incredible and really adds to creating the perfect atmosphere for the world-building.

Peculiar creatures just doing their thing amidst some brightly colored backdrops... A caterpillar farts a balloon filled with glitters in Kenokeno Kemushi for OPPO 10x Film Festival and some mollusks get their "tongues" intertwined in the music video Yagyeong.

The anime tells the story of being an runner - the slice of life behind the performance and in finding one’s value and meaning through it