Top 8 anime of all time

[Zontar]

Anime is the lifeblood of the entertainment industry, the one place from which new ideas spawn and the only truly creative corner of it left. This list is to honour the greatest works of this medium, of the greatest of the gods amongst men. Let us begin.

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#8: Archer

This renowned fantasy adventure series about a man leading the charge against a demonic plague gained infamy by braking new ground in the medium by being one of the first and few series to tackle serious issues such as drug use, abusive relationships, alcoholism and gambling with a mature outlook.
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#7: King of the Hill

Getting a surprisingly low spot on this list, this long running political drama is believed by many to be the inspiration for the series "Game of Thrones" due to the staggering similarities between both the themes and settings of both series. There may be truth to this rumour, as the original script for the pilot was penned by J.R.R. Tolkien, who letter when on to write the novel series Game of Thrones is an adaptation of.

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#6: The WWE

This infamous romantic comedy set in a world filled with large, muscular men gained massive following with both male and female audiences for combining tales of homosexual relationships trying to be formed in a world not ready to accept them juxtaposed with men who answer their problems with their firsts. Originally a single manga, the series spawned several spin-offs and currently has two series airing, as well as multiple annual crossover specials.
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#5 & #4: Star Trek and Star Wars

The greatness and influence too close to set one above the other, these twin science fiction series set the bar for animated adventures in space and started the 1990's anime trend of space as the setting for series. Many Hollywood live action movies and television series where written or directed by people sitting these two series as inspiration for brining wonder about the universe into their minds. Both series are currently being made into live action movies set to be directed by Michael Bay and Adam Sandler for Star Trek and Star Wars respectively.

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#3: Who's Line is it Anyway?

Initially a financial failure which lead to cancellation, this ground braking spy thriller was saved in syndication as rating of reruns rose over the years and DVD sales promptly allowed for a new, still ongoing animated series of the adventures of a small band of misfits to grace our televisions. The writing is considered almost revolutionary in its balance of heavy drama interspersed with moments of levity, making no one question the series dominating the Golden Globs three years running.

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#2: Cory in the House

Considered by many to be the greatest anime of all time, and with good reason, this long running children's series explores many of themes and ideas such as racism, sexism, friendship, and really every moral message children are taught from a young age, influencing a generation and now a second. Though initially controversial in the premise of a starving Cambodian child begin kidnapped by the President of the United States for a social experiment, the actual series itself is much more subdued then the premise sets up, and for the better.


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#1: Seinfeld

The anime that started it all for multiple genre, this series popularized both the Moe and the Slice-of-Life genre within the industry, and its impact can not be understated. Inarguably the most influential anime series of all time, this series about the day-to-day lives of a young group of high school students has given us countless adventures which have stood the test of time. One may consider the popularization of Moe and Slice-of-Life to be a negative, but in this Otaku's eyes it's all kawaii desu ne.

So what are your thoughts? Agree or disagree with our choices? If so, what's your top 8 anime of all time?

 

[VanQ]

I really fucking badly want a Seinfeld anime now. Animated by Kyo-ani, it'd be the most moe slice of life ever. Kramer is mai waifu. No touch.

 

[StormShaun]

Zontar, you need a motto for the chaos you have just caused.

And ... are you fucking kidding me?
I would pay several billion dollars to get a Who's Line is it Anyway? anime.

Think how epic/horrible it would be!

 

[Casual Shinji]

Oh my God, #3... what the fuck is that?!

That picture alone just... just- *vommits in mouth*

 

[KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime]

Hey you know what? Screw Cory in the house.

What would make that list basically perfect: Dr. Who as an anime! Then you know it'd actually be watchable.

 

[TheVampwizimp_v1legacy]

I don't know if I pity or envy Zontar for the hallucinogenic, mind-warping nether-plane he inhabits, but he sure whips us up some damn fine nonsense.

captcha: I have fallen. Yes, once again, for this mirthful insanity.

 

[Zontar]

Hey you know what? Screw Cory in the house.

What would make that list basically perfect: Dr. Who as an anime! Then you know it'd actually be watchable.

That's not such a bad idea, someone tried it and I quite enjoyed the result.

 

[Fox12]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

Not much to add, really, this thread is perfect. Too perfect. Zontar, your post is literally so good that there's nothing left to talk about.

 

[Zontar]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

I can neither confirm nor deny the fact that my monthly pay checks from the Academy Awards are due to being employed by them.

 

[000Ronald]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

I can neither confirm nor deny the fact that my monthly pay checks from the Academy Awards are due to being employed by them.

AH-HA! SO YOU ADMIT IT!

 

[Zontar]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

I can neither confirm nor deny the fact that my monthly pay checks from the Academy Awards are due to being employed by them.

AH-HA! SO YOU ADMIT IT!

No, I only admit that I get a monthly check in the mail from the Academy, I neither confirmed nor denied that it was due to employment.

 

[000Ronald]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

I can neither confirm nor deny the fact that my monthly pay checks from the Academy Awards are due to being employed by them.

AH-HA! SO YOU ADMIT IT!

No, I only admit that I get a monthly check in the mail from the Academy, I neither confirmed nor denied that it was due to employment.

Oh. And now he's flip-flopping. Typical politician.

What we REALLY need to be asking here is who's checks you're getting in the mail! IS IT THE ILLIMANAZIS? ADMIT THAT IT'S THE ILLUMINAZIS OR I WILL EXPOSE YOU FOR THE FRAUD THAT YOU TRULY ARE!

 

[Evonisia]

Isn't Cory in the House a... *Wikipedia wikipedia*

Yeah, I would watch the shit out of a That's So Raven anime.

 

[Spider RedNight]

And here I originally came in for the ensuing flame war that would eventually erupt.

gotta say I was surprised. I can just see the WWE as an anime where it turns from big muscular men fighting to bishie shonen boys arguing over a girl. Or a yaoi where they fight to hide their burning love for each other.

King of the Hill as an anime, huh. "Bwaaaah-desu!"

 

[Zontar]

Well, more research was put into this then in the choice for the animated category in the academy awards. Zontar, did you get to choose the nominees? You work for the academy, don't you?

I can neither confirm nor deny the fact that my monthly pay checks from the Academy Awards are due to being employed by them.

AH-HA! SO YOU ADMIT IT!

No, I only admit that I get a monthly check in the mail from the Academy, I neither confirmed nor denied that it was due to employment.

Oh. And now he's flip-flopping. Typical politician.

What we REALLY need to be asking here is who's checks you're getting in the mail! IS IT THE ILLIMANAZIS? ADMIT THAT IT'S THE ILLUMINAZIS OR I WILL EXPOSE YOU FOR THE FRAUD THAT YOU TRULY ARE!

Who told you about my illuminazi checks?! God dame it now I got to find a leak and plug it with a 50 cal bullet.

 

[000Ronald]

ADMIT THAT IT'S THE ILLUMINAZIS OR I WILL EXPOSE YOU FOR THE FRAUD THAT YOU TRULY ARE!

Who told you about my illuminazi checks?! God dame it now I got to find a leak and plug it with a 50 cal bullet.

Cory told me. But he lives in THE White House, so good luck with that 'plug'.

The government is on to you, is what I'm saying.

 

[Zontar]

ADMIT THAT IT'S THE ILLUMINAZIS OR I WILL EXPOSE YOU FOR THE FRAUD THAT YOU TRULY ARE!

Who told you about my illuminazi checks?! God dame it now I got to find a leak and plug it with a 50 cal bullet.

Cory told me. But he lives in THE White House, so good luck with that 'plug'.

The government is on to you, is what I'm saying.

Of course the government's on to me, who do you think is the one pulling all the strings?

 

[Nazulu]

Misleading titles for basic jokes. I was hoping your descriptions would be at least clever, but no.

I'm sure everyone just likes screwing around but it's not the right way to do it, especially when you can still be funny with a proper title.

 

[000Ronald]

ADMIT THAT IT'S THE ILLUMINAZIS OR I WILL EXPOSE YOU FOR THE FRAUD THAT YOU TRULY ARE!

Who told you about my illuminazi checks?! God dame it now I got to find a leak and plug it with a 50 cal bullet.

Cory told me. But he lives in THE White House, so good luck with that 'plug'.

The government is on to you, is what I'm saying.

Of course the government's on to me, who do you think is the one pulling all the strings?

...of course...it's all so simple...all the clues were there...

THE RINGLEADER OF THE ILLIMANAZIS IS WEIRD AL!

 

[EquestrianGeneral]

Implying that all anime isn't trash.

Also, Drake and Josh is best adult anime. The lolicon got to be too much after a while, though.