Summary
The ongoing show Shangri-La Frontier captures the pure joy of gaming and boss fighting with impressive animation and detailed world-building. Sequels like The Ancient Magus’ Bride Season 2 and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 continue to develop the worlds that fans have come to love. New releases like Hell’s Paradise and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End stand out from the crowd thanks to their bold, innovative ideas.
2023 is definitely a great year for fantasy anime, offers fans of the medium a wealth of memorable experiences, both in the form of all-new and original stories, as well as excellent sequels and even the final installment of the much-loved franchise. favourite. For viewers specifically interested in the fantasy genre, these titles are certainly at the top of their list, making them the Best fantasy anime of 2023.
Some of these titles are sequels to shows that fantasy fans are certainly familiar with, continuing to deliver everything fans loved about previous seasons and sometimes even exceeding expectations. wait. The other stories are just the beginning of stories that have the potential to reach heights comparable to, or even higher than, the popular fantasy titles that anime fans have come to appreciate. Regardless, all stand out in one way or another, telling remarkable stories set in fantasy worlds.
10 Shangri-La Frontier captures the pure joy of gaming and boss fighting
Produced by C2C and based on the Manga by Ryousuke Fuji & Katarina
Rakurou Hizutome is an ordinary high school student who enjoys finding and beating new VR games, especially the bad ones, full of bugs and glitches that most people avoid. Convinced to try something different for a change, he started playing Shangri-La Frontier, an extremely popular VRMMO defined by its vast world, innovative system, and variety of monsters to face off against. .
The title at first glance seems no different from the usual isekai stories, but it makes up for the unappealing premise through the quality of its execution. The world building and boss design of Shangri-La Frontier is surprisingly detailedshowcases some of the best animation in shōnen fighting titles.
Shangri-La Frontier is currently airing so its direction and quality are still subject to change. However, preliminary reviews have been positive, and viewers (especially those who enjoy gaming) generally consider it a fun and fresh experience.
Watch on Crunchyroll
9 Ancient Bride season 2 continues to explore the captivating world of magic
Produced by Studio Kafka and based on the Manga by Kore Yamazaki
Bride of the Ancient Magus Part 2 picks up where the original left off, following the journey of Chise Hatori, a “Sleigh Beggy” whose strange passion for magic attracts the attention of many creatures. in the other world, including Elias Ainsworth, a magician who chooses to take her as his apprentice and bride.
Chise now decides to enroll in the College, seeking to learn more about magic and her curses. Some people may notice that this season’s animation and visual design isn’t as cohesive as the first, but The world of The Ancient Magus’ Bride remains breathtakingly engaging, telling a uniquely compelling story of interesting and creative magical characters.
Watch on Crunchyroll
8 My Happy Marriage hides a supernatural backdrop behind the central romantic story
Produced by Kinema Citrus and based on the novel by Akumi Agitogi & Tsukiho Tsukioka
My Happy Marriage tells the story of Miyo Saimori, a girl with a troubled past, losing her mother when she was young and being abused by others in her family. Seemingly destined to continue her unhappy life, she learns that she will marry Kiyoka Kudou, a soldier from an honorable background, known for his cruel personality and tendency to neglect those around him. around.
However, this may just be her chance to achieve happiness, as Kiyoka proves to be more complicated than most people think. Although the heart of My Happily Married lies in romance, the premise is intentionally misleading, concealing a fascinating fantasy world defined by supernatural powers.
Related
10 Reasons Why Netflix’s New Anime My Happy Marriage is a Must-Watch
The best romantic anime of the summer starts in July 2023 and is not to be missed because My Happy Marriage is one of Netflix’s best recent anime shows.
Watch on Netflix
7 The Eminence in Shadow Season 2 excels as a chaotic parody
Produced by Nexus and based on the Light Novel by Daisuke Aizawa & Touzai
An excellent continuation of a show that surprised anime fans with its innovative approach to isekai themes, The Eminence in Shadow Season 2 perfectly captures the essence of the original and improves on it, brings an extremely interesting experience. The story revolves around Cid Kagenou, a boy whose sudden death becomes an opportunity to live the life he always dreamed of, when he is reincarnated in a magical world where he can finally play the role of a secret mastermind, who pretends to be a “mob” civilian.
Part 2 first pitted Cid against a powerful vampire known as the Blood Queen, and later showed him in conflict with the group he founded, Shadow Garden. As the driver of the action, Cid’s refreshingly chaotic nature makes this fantasy story that much more engaging.
Watch on HIDIVE
6 Sacrificial Princesses and the King of Beasts recreate the life of a defenseless Princess in the Demon King’s Castle
Produced by JCStaff and based on the Manga by Yuu Tomofuji
The kingdom of Ozmargo, inhabited by all manner of beasts and demons, is ruled by a fearsome king who regularly sacrifices humans as a means of asserting his superiority. However, when the latest sacrifice turned out to be a girl who was neither afraid of wild beasts nor of death, because she had nowhere to return to, the king took care of her and let her stay by his side.
Although Sariphi and Leonhart’s romance isn’t for everyone, The world of The Sacrificial Princess and The Beast King is one that fantasy fans are sure to lovethanks to its colorful cast of well-written characters.
Watch on Crunchyroll
5 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Blacksmith Village Arc takes fans to new locations and introduces terrifying demons
Produced by ufotable and based on the Manga by Koyoharu Gotouge
After going viral, thanks in no small part to its impressive animations and incredibly smooth fight scenes, Demon Slayer’s most recent animated addition to the series continues to deliver everything fans love about the title.. Demon Slayer Arc: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swords Village Arc takes protagonist Tanjirou Kamado to the titular Swordsmithing Village, which supplies the Demon Slayer Corps with all of the finest Nichirin swords of various colors.
There, Tanjiro will learn about the ancient secrets of the Demon Slayer Corps and battle some of the most powerful demons serving under the series’ major villain, Muzan. Some may find that this season’s story and central characters aren’t nearly as compelling, but that doesn’t take away from the show’s impressive visual presentation.
Watch on Crunchyroll
4 Immortal Murder Farce tells a detective story like no other
Produced by Lapin Track and based on the novel by Yuugo Aosaki
Set in a magical 19th-century Europe where vampires, werewolves and other supernatural creatures roam freely, Undead Murder Farce follows the adventures of Aya Rindou, an immortal detective specializing in Solve dilemmas involving monsters. When her body is taken away, she enlists the help of Shizuku Hasei, her loyal maid, to get around and Tsugaru Shinuchi, a half-demon, to assist her in solving cases.
As a new work of detective fiction, The zombie killing farce is a truly underrated title that no fan of historical fantasy should miss., especially those who are also passionate about mysteries. Beautifully presented and intelligently written, this show is sure to keep viewers on their toes.
Watch on Crunchyroll
3 Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 captivated fans with its story and presentation
Produced by MAPPA and based on Manga by Gege Akutami
Upon release, Jujutsu Kaisen immediately drew viewers into the magical world of Jujutsu witches and curses, captivating them with its gripping story, exciting battles, and engaging characters. Although expectations are naturally high, Jujutsu Kaisen Part 2 has surpassed all original standards set.
The show adapts the Shibuya Incident Arc, in which several powerful curses unite with the goal of eliminating their greatest obstacle and strongest sorcerer, Satoru Gojou. Adapting a story widely hailed as one of the best arcs in shōnen history and backed by impressive production values, this season stands out in every possible way.
Watch on Crunchyroll
2 Hell’s Paradise combines typical fantasy Shonen stories with survival horror
Produced by MAPPA and based on the Manga by Yuuji Kaku
Hell’s Paradise follows Gabimaru “the Hollow,” a shinobi assassin sentenced to death and sent with ten other death row inmates to Shinsekyo, an island rumored to hold the Elixir of Immortality. Although Gabimaru is content with death for his past crimes and believes that a normal life is beyond his reach, he accepts his mission in the hope of reuniting with his wife. .
As a genre-defying title that captivated viewers with character development, vibrant animation, and thought-provoking themes, The innovative Hell’s Paradise offers a truly unique experiencewhich both fantasy fans and others will surely find extremely interesting.
Watch on Crunchyroll
1 Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Dare to ask important questions
Produced by Madhouse and based on the Manga by Kanehito Yamada & Tsukasa Abe
The titular Frieren is an elven mage who, driven by the death of one of her friends and comrades, seeks to confront her own immortality by better understanding humans, while at the same time Collect many different spells. Beautifully presented and extremely well written, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End uses complex characters to explore important questionssuch as the meaning of life and death, among other things.
In fact, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End recently grabbed the top spot on the charts, proving itself to be not only a must-see for fantasy fans but also a masterpiece that No anime fan should miss it.
Watch on Crunchyroll