Top Chimera Anime Recommendations

HUNTER×HUNTER (2011)

Also known as Hunter x Hunter (2011).

Studio: MADHOUSE
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy

A new adaption of the manga of the same name by Togashi Yoshihiro.

A Hunter is one who travels the world doing all sorts of dangerous tasks. From capturing criminals to searching deep within uncharted lands for any lost treasures. Gon is a young boy whose father disappeared long ago, being a Hunter. He believes if he could also follow his father's path, he could one day reunite with him.

After becoming 12, Gon leaves his home and takes on the task of entering the Hunter exam, notorious for its low success rate and high probability of death to become an official Hunter. He befriends the revenge-driven Kurapika, the doctor-to-be Leorio and the rebellious ex-assassin Killua in the exam, with their friendship prevailing throughout the many trials and threats they come upon taking on the dangerous career of a Hunter.

Tags: Shounen , Super Power , Male Protagonist , Tragedy , Travel , Primarily Male Cast , Ensemble Cast , Martial Arts , Revenge , Chimera , Philosophy , Primarily Teen Cast , Anthropomorphism , Crime , Virtual World , Urban Fantasy , Environmental , Assassins , Coming of Age , Mafia , Anti-Hero , Card Battle , Gangs , Animals , Body Horror , Gore , Shogi , Video Games , Politics , Transgender , Board Game , Yandere , Amnesia

Hagane no Renkinjutsushi: FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST

Also known as Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

Studio: bones
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Drama , Fantasy

"In order for something to be obtained, something of equal value must be lost."

Alchemy is bound by this Law of Equivalent Exchange—something the young brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric only realize after attempting human transmutation: the one forbidden act of alchemy. They pay a terrible price for their transgression—Edward loses his left leg, Alphonse his physical body. It is only by the desperate sacrifice of Edward's right arm that he is able to affix Alphonse's soul to a suit of armor. Devastated and alone, it is the hope that they would both eventually return to their original bodies that gives Edward the inspiration to obtain metal limbs called "automail" and become a state alchemist, the Fullmetal Alchemist.

Three years of searching later, the brothers seek the Philosopher's Stone, a mythical relic that allows an alchemist to overcome the Law of Equivalent Exchange. Even with military allies Colonel Roy Mustang, Lieutenant Riza Hawkeye, and Lieutenant Colonel Maes Hughes on their side, the brothers find themselves caught up in a nationwide conspiracy that leads them not only to the true nature of the elusive Philosopher's Stone, but their country's murky history as well. In between finding a serial killer and racing against time, Edward and Alphonse must ask themselves if what they are doing will make them human again... or take away their humanity.



Tags: Alchemy , Conspiracy , Military , War , Tragedy , Shounen , Politics , Male Protagonist , Philosophy , Ensemble Cast , Coming of Age , Fugitive , Super Power , Foreign , Gods , Steampunk , Cyborg , Revenge , Disability , Necromancy , Lost Civilization , Anachronism , Religion , Travel , Chimera , Dissociative Identities , Primarily Male Cast , Gore , Body Horror , Slapstick , Urban Fantasy , Kuudere , Tomboy , Shapeshifting , Guns , Demons , Chibi , Swordplay , Adoption , Trains , Cannibalism , Heterosexual , Desert , Tanned Skin , Vore , Tsundere , Crossdressing , Snowscape , Orphan

JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken (TV)

Also known as JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (TV).

Studio: David Production
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Supernatural

Beginning its tale in 19th century England, young aristocrat Jonathan Joestar finds himself locked in bitter rivalry with Dio Brando, a low-born boy who Jonathan's father took under his wing after the death of Dio's father. Discontent with his station in life, Dio's fathomless lust to reign over all eventually leads him to seek the supernatural powers of an ancient Aztec stone mask in the Joestar's possession—an artifact that will forever change the destiny of Dio and Jonathan for generations to come.

Fifty years later, in 1938 New York City, Jonathan's grandson Joseph Joestar must take up his grandfather's mission and master the abilities necessary to destroy the stone mask and its immensely powerful creators who threaten humanity's very existence, the Pillar Men.



Tags: Super Power , Male Protagonist , Primarily Male Cast , Vampire , Time Skip , Urban Fantasy , Shounen , Cultivation , Tragedy , Revenge , Foreign , Primarily Adult Cast , Body Horror , Gore , Zombie , Historical , Heterosexual , Travel , Bullying , Cyborg , Crossdressing , Philosophy , Nudity , Chimera , Amputation , Rugby , Surreal Comedy

Enen no Shouboutai: Ni no Shou

Also known as Fire Force Season 2.

Studio: David Production
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Drama , Sci-Fi , Supernatural

Shinra and Company 8 have figured out the Evangelist’s goal: to gather Adolla Bursts from Shinra and Shou. After learning more about his past from Captain Burns, Shinra becomes more motivated to discover the truth about his mother and save Shou again.

But a mysterious girl known as the “First Pillar” reveals the Evangelist’s master plan to start another Great Cataclysm!



Tags: Firefighters , Shounen , Male Protagonist , Super Power , Urban Fantasy , Ensemble Cast , Conspiracy , Religion , Post-Apocalyptic , Demons , Urban , Cult , Rescue , Gods , Lost Civilization , Slapstick , Dystopian , Nun , Primarily Adult Cast , Military , Nudity , Tragedy , Nekomimi , Tanned Skin , Kemonomimi , Guns , Ships , Chimera , Unrequited Love

Hagane no Renkinjutsushi

Also known as Fullmetal Alchemist.

Studio: bones
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Drama , Fantasy

The rules of alchemy state that to gain something, one must lose something of equal value. Alchemy is the process of taking apart and reconstructing an object into a different entity, with the rules of alchemy to govern this procedure. However, there exists an object that can bring any alchemist above these rules, the object known as the Philosopher's Stone. The young Edward Elric is a particularly talented alchemist who through an accident years back lost his younger brother Alphonse and one of his legs. Sacrificing one of his arms as well, he used alchemy to bind his brother's soul to a suit of armor. This lead to the beginning of their journey to restore their bodies, in search for the legendary Philosopher's Stone.

Note: Episodes 11, 12 and 37 were adapted from the light novel "Fullmetal Alchemist: The Land of Sand."

Tags: Alchemy , Magic , Philosophy , Tragedy , Male Protagonist , Military , Shounen , Coming of Age , Conspiracy , War , Travel , Alternate Universe , Disability , Steampunk , Body Horror , Chimera , Slapstick , Foreign , Cyborg , Chibi , Anti-Hero , Religion , Lost Civilization , Guns , Trains , Isekai

Mahoutsukai no Yome

Also known as The Ancient Magus' Bride.

Studio: WIT STUDIO
Status: Finished
Genres: Drama , Fantasy , Romance , Slice of Life , Supernatural

Chise Hatori has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fateful encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again.



Tags: Magic , Female Protagonist , Fairy , Mythology , Monster Boy , Found Family , Urban Fantasy , Teacher , Tragedy , Skeleton , Heterosexual , Dragons , Foreign , Age Gap , Philosophy , Primarily Adult Cast , Shapeshifting , Rural , Chimera , Body Horror , Suicide , Gore , Travel , Marriage , Slavery , Shounen , Witch , Male Harem , Chibi , Tanned Skin , Horticulture , Female Harem

Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo! Kurenai Densetsu

Also known as KONOSUBA -God's blessing on this wonderful world!- Legend of Crimson.

Studio: J.C.STAFF
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Ecchi , Fantasy , Supernatural

A video game-loving shut-in, Satou Kazuma's life should've ended when he was hit by a truck, but through a twist of fate, he ends up reincarnating in another world--and dragging the troublemaking goddess, Aqua, the wildly dorky mage, Megumin, and the unrelentingly delusional lady knight, Darkness, with him.

Now, the Crimson Demon village that Megumin and Yunyun are from is facing a threat that could mean its ending. Kazuma and his gang follow Yunyun, who returns to the Crimson Demon village intent on saving it... when they are faced with their greatest threat yet! What will become of the unremarkable adventurer Kazuma's life in another world?!



Tags: Satire , Isekai , Parody , Magic , Chuunibyou , Male Protagonist , Ensemble Cast , Chimera , Anti-Hero , Afterlife , Primarily Female Cast , Demons , Futanari , Female Protagonist , Gods , Transgender , Swordplay , Medieval , Anthropomorphism , Masochism , Goblin , Tanned Skin , Dullahan , LGBTQ+ Themes

Dungeon Meshi

Also known as Delicious in Dungeon.

Studio: TRIGGER
Status: Finished
Genres: Adventure , Comedy , Fantasy

When young adventurer Laios and his company are attacked and soundly thrashed by a dragon deep in a dungeon, the party loses all its money and provisions...and a member! They're eager to go back and save her, but there is just one problem: If they set out with no food or coin to speak of, they're sure to starve on the way! But Laios comes up with a brilliant idea: "Let's eat the monsters!" Slimes, basilisks, and even dragons...none are safe from the appetites of these dungeon-crawling gourmands!



Note: A world premiere screening of Episode 1 was shown in the Studio TRIGGER panel at Anime Expo on July 1, 2023.

Tags: Dungeon , Food , Magic , Primarily Adult Cast , Ensemble Cast , Elf , Environmental , Medieval , Monster Girl , Dragons , Necromancy , Lost Civilization , Body Horror , Male Protagonist , Chimera , Female Protagonist , Found Family , Seinen , Tragedy , Nekomimi , Anthropomorphism , Kemonomimi , Curses , Episodic , Asexual , Politics , Super Power , Shapeshifting , Nudity , Ghost , Ninja , Cannibalism , Zombie

Shinsekai yori

Also known as From the New World.

Studio: A-1 Pictures
Status: Finished
Genres: Drama , Horror , Mystery , Psychological , Sci-Fi , Supernatural

Following a sudden outbreak of psychokinesis in 0.1% of the population, a rapid transformation swept the world. The godlike ability to manipulate matter remotely turned many power wielders to violence, inciting a long period of upheaval. Finally, after a chaotic era shaped by the rise and fall of oppressive regimes, the psychic humans were able to achieve a fragile peace by isolating their society, creating a new world bound by complex rules.

In the town of Kamisu 66, 12-year-old Saki Watanabe has just awakened to her powers and is relieved to rejoin her friends—the mischievous Satoru Asahina, the shy Mamoru Itou, the cheerful Maria Akizuki, and Shun Aonuma, a mysterious boy whom Saki admires—at Sage Academy, a special school for psychics. However, unease looms as Saki begins to question the fate of those unable to awaken to their powers, and the children begin to get involved with secretive matters such as the rumored Tainted Cats said to abduct children.

Shinsekai yori tells the unique coming-of-age story of Saki and her friends as they journey to grow into their roles in the supposed utopia. Accepting these roles, however, might not come easy when faced with the dark and shocking truths of society, and the impending havoc born from the new world.



Tags: Class Struggle , Dystopian , Post-Apocalyptic , Lost Civilization , Philosophy , Coming of Age , Tragedy , Super Power , Anti-Hero , Female Protagonist , Slavery , Conspiracy , Memory Manipulation , Politics , LGBTQ+ Themes , Time Skip , Bisexual , Revenge , Survival , War , Cosmic Horror , Magic , Animals , Rural , Body Horror , Environmental , Amnesia , Cult , Gore , Fugitive , Chimera , Netorare , Heterosexual , Religion , Love Triangle , Torture , Anthropomorphism , Yuri , School , Boys' Love , Aviation

Boku no Hero Academia THE MOVIE: Heroes:Rising

Also known as My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising.

Studio: bones
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Sci-Fi

The second installment in the Boku no Hero Academia movie franchise.

The aspiring heroes of UA Class 1-A have been given a new training opportunity during their winter break: To establish and maintain their own professional Hero Agency on the idyllic island of Nabu far off the coast of Japan. There, they'll experience the everyday travails of being heroes, for the first time without the support of their instructors or chaperons. It's a challenging assignment, but one the plucky students of UA are more than equipped to face – that is, until the arrival of a team of villains lead by the ruthless Nine and his eerily familiar quirk. Cut off from any backup and facing their greatest threat yet, it's up to Deku, Bakugo, and their classmates to face unspeakable danger to protect not only the people of the island, but the future of all Hero society.



Tags: Superhero , Super Power , Shounen , Rural , Male Protagonist , Terrorism , Chimera , Cultivation , Primarily Male Cast , Alternate Universe , School , Anti-Hero , Primarily Teen Cast , CGI

Sentouin, Hakenshimasu!

Also known as Combatants Will Be Dispatched!.

Studio: J.C.STAFF
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Comedy , Ecchi , Fantasy , Sci-Fi

Turns out, evil takes initiative! With world domination close at hand, the Kisaragi Corporation turns its sights on interstellar conquest, and who better to take over a magical world than two randomly assigned minions—Combatant Agent Six and his android partner Alice? But Six’s path up the evil corporate ladder won’t be easy—a Demon Lord’s army is hatching its own nefarious plan!



Tags: Parody , Alternate Universe , Anti-Hero , Male Protagonist , Isekai , War , Kuudere , Female Harem , Primarily Female Cast , Magic , Guns , Tsundere , Demons , Chimera , Monster Girl , Robots , Female Protagonist , Tokusatsu , Cyborg , Disability , Yandere , Language Barrier , Cute Girls Doing Cute Things , Cannibalism , Large Breasts

Gakusen Toshi Asterisk 2

Also known as The Asterisk War 2.

Studio: A-1 Pictures
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Comedy , Ecchi , Fantasy , Romance , Sci-Fi

Second season of Gakusen Toshi Asterisk.

Less than a century ago a meteor collided with the planet's surface and the resulting disaster caused the next generation of humanity to develop a wide variety of amazing abilities. In the center of the meteor's crater lies Rikka, a system of six academies known as the Asterisk. Ayato Amagiri enters the Asterisk as a transfer student hoping to compete in a special battle event known as the Festa. However, he quickly finds himself on the bad side of one of the strongest fighters around—the beautiful but fiery Julis-Alexa von Riessfeld. To stand against her he'll have to rely on his own sword-wielding ability, but when the tables turn, will they be able to team up to take down the competition?



Tags: Male Protagonist , School , Urban Fantasy , Magic , Female Harem , Primarily Teen Cast , Female Protagonist , Robots , Artificial Intelligence , Guns , School Club , Twins , Henshin , Chimera , CGI

Saihate no Paladin

Also known as The Faraway Paladin.

Studio: Children's Playground Entertainment
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Mystery , Psychological

In the ruined city of the dead far from human civilization lives a single human child named Will. He is raised by three undead: Blood the heroic skeleton warrior, Mary the ladylike mummy priestess, and Gus the crotchety ghost wizard. The three of them teach the boy what they know and pour their love into him.

One day, the boy begins to wonder, "Who am I?" Will uncovers the mysteries of the undead hidden in this faraway land. He learns of the love and mercy of good gods, as well as the paranoia and madness of evil gods. And once he learns it all, the boy embarks on the path to becoming a Paladin.



Tags: Demons , Coming of Age , Religion , Mythology , Adoption , Gods , Magic , Afterlife , Isekai , Swordplay , Reincarnation , Found Family , Post-Apocalyptic , Skeleton , Ensemble Cast , Dragons , Elf , Rural , Necromancy , CGI , Chimera , Lost Civilization , Philosophy , Travel , Medieval , Spearplay

BLOOD-C

Also known as Blood-C.

Studio: Production I.G
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Horror , Mystery , Supernatural

Saya is a seemingly normal girl living with her father in a shrine. During the day she goes to school and spends time with her friends at a local cafe. But when night falls Saya is called upon to protect her village from strange monsters.



Tags: Female Protagonist , Swordplay , Vampire , Memory Manipulation , Monster Girl , Gore , Tragedy , Body Horror , Amnesia , Shrine Maiden , Rural , Acting , Youkai , Urban Fantasy , Anthropomorphism , Chimera , Mythology , Primarily Teen Cast , Shounen , School , Cannibalism , Revenge , Nudity , Twins , Crossover

Boushoku no Berserk

Also known as Berserk of Gluttony.

Studio: A.C.G.T.
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Drama , Fantasy , Romance

Fate Graphite was born into a world where magical skills shape your destiny. His skill is Gluttony, a seemingly useless curse of unending hunger that has left him shunned and looked down upon. Until one day, after he takes the life of a thief, his true power awakens: he can devour the skill of anyone he kills to feed his appetite. Will he learn to control this gruesome ability for the better?



Tags: Magic , Male Protagonist , Swordplay , Travel , Lost Civilization , Revenge , Bullying , Class Struggle , Fugitive , Anachronism , Angels , Chimera , Goblin , Cannibalism

Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa Ura Boss desu ga Maou de wa Arimasen

Also known as Villainess Level 99: I May Be the Hidden Boss but I'm Not the Demon Lord.

Studio: Jumondou
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Fantasy , Romance

This college kid wants nothing more than a quiet life. So when she’s reborn as Yumiella, the hidden villainess of an Otome RPG, she’s not exactly thrilled. Still yearning for peace, she abandons her evil duties to live a more discreet life. Until her gamer side kicks in and she accidentally reaches level 99! Now, everyone suspects that she’s the infamous Demon Lord. What future awaits her?



Tags: Villainess , Magic , Female Protagonist , Kuudere , School , Isekai , Reincarnation , Heterosexual , Boarding School , Royal Affairs , Primarily Teen Cast , Medieval , Swordplay , Maids , Spearplay , Archery , Class Struggle , Shoujo , Chibi , Ojou-sama , Dungeon , Goblin , Skeleton , Chimera , Dullahan , CGI , Demons , Dragons

Fate/strange Fake

Also known as Fate/strange Fake.

Studio: A-1 Pictures
Status: Releasing
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Mystery , Supernatural

In a Holy Grail War, Mages (Masters) and their Heroic Spirits (Servants) fight for the control of the Holy Grail—an omnipotent wish-granting device said to fulfill any desire. Years have passed since the end of the Fifth Holy Grail War in Japan. Now, signs portend the emergence of a new Holy Grail in the western American city of Snowfield. Sure enough, Masters and Servants begin to gather...

A missing Servant class...
Impossible Servant summonings...
A nation shrouded in secrecy...
And a city created as a battleground.

In the face of such irregularities, the Holy Grail War is twisted and driven into the depth of madness. Let the curtain rise on a masquerade of humans and heroes, made to dance upon the stage of a false Holy Grail. This is a Holy Grail War covered in lies.



Notes:
• Special premiere of Episode 1 in its English Dub occurred in Los Angeles at the Fate 20th Anniversary Showcase event and as well through Crunchyroll’s YouTube Channel on November 23, 2024 before the Japanese television premiere.
• The Japanese advanced premiere occurred during the "Fate New Year's Eve TV Special 2024" on December 31, 2024.

Tags: Urban , Mythology , Magic , Foreign , Urban Fantasy , Ensemble Cast , Conspiracy , War , Battle Royale , Swordplay , Religion , Assassins , Vampire , Guns , Anachronism , Police , Cyborg , Dissociative Identities , Chimera , Gods , Demons , Archery , Gender Bending , Death Game , LGBTQ+ Themes , Body Swapping , Medieval , Nun , Gambling , Transgender , Terrorism , Werewolf

Infinite Dendrogram

Also known as Infinite Dendrogram.

Studio: NAZ
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy

In the year 2043, Infinite Dendrogram, the world's first successful full-dive VRMMO was released. In addition to its ability to perfectly simulate the five senses, along with its many other amazing features, the game promised to offer players a world full of infinite possibilities.

Nearly two years later, soon-to-be college freshman, Reiji Mukudori, is finally able to buy a copy of the game and start playing. With some help from his experienced older brother, Shuu, and his partner Embryo, Reiji embarks on an adventure into the world of Infinite Dendrogram. Just what will he discover and encounter in this game world known for its incredible realism and infinite possibilities?



Tags: Virtual World , Isekai , Video Games , Artificial Intelligence , Male Protagonist , Shapeshifting , Magic , Chimera , Real Robot , Crossdressing , Gore , Female Harem , Maids , Succubus , Swordplay , Conspiracy , Estranged Family , Revenge

Tensei Shitara Dai Nana Ouji Datta node, Kimamani Majutsu wo Kiwamemasu 2nd Season

Also known as I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability Season 2.

Studio: Tsumugi Akita Anime Lab
Status: Finished
Genres: Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Slice of Life

The second season of Tensei Shitara Dai Nana Ouji Dattanode, Kimamani Majutsu wo Kiwamemasu.

After a victorious battle against Guisarme in the Lordost region, Lloyd’s pursuit of magic knows no bounds. His next goal? Holy Magic! To learn this sacred art, Lloyd and his companions visit a church, but what awaits them there…?



Tags: Magic , Male Protagonist , Medieval , Reincarnation , Creature Taming , Zombie , Chimera , Swordplay , Femboy , Necromancy , Afterlife , Shapeshifting , Body Horror , Anti-Hero , Isekai , Angels , Demons , Religion , Philosophy , Maids , Nun , Female Harem , Gore , Dragons

Mayoiga

Also known as The Lost Village.

Studio: diomedéa
Status: Finished
Genres: Comedy , Drama , Horror , Mystery , Supernatural

30 young men and women who came together on a shady bus tour. The tour's destination: an illusive, possibly nonexistent village called Nanakimura. In Nanakimura, one can lead a utopian existence, free of the world's obstacles … or so it was rumored, like an urban legend.

"In despair over the real world ... wanting to escape the tedious daily life … wanting to restart your life from scratch …"

The bus headed deep into the mountains, carrying 30 people each harboring their own expectations and wounds in their hearts…

And so, the place these 30 arrived at, was an uninhabited village with the lingering faint scents of life, even though it was falling apart.

What is the truth of Nanakimura facing the 30? You can't miss even one episode!



Tags: Rural , Ensemble Cast , Isekai , Tragedy , Youkai , Parody , Chimera , Outdoor Activities , Bullying , CGI , Found Family , Heterosexual , Chuunibyou , Disability , Lost Civilization , Yandere , Love Triangle