Even the best mecha anime are only as good as their final boss.

Anime fans love a good villain. Whether they are frightening or just nice to look at, villains are normally one of the main highlights of the show. But what really makes a villain stand out in ...

Some of the most unforgettable villains in anime aren’t even human. They don’t need relatable backstories or complex motivations to leave a mark, sometimes, sheer power, presence, or the uncanny fear ...

Some have evil laughs that successfully disrupt the narrative and send shivers down your spine, some have cold and complex master plans designed to overwhelm and awe our heroes, some like to sit in ...

Anime might have some truly wild heroes that are leading the charge against evil forces in their respective universes, but there are plenty of villains that manage to outdo their altruistic ...

Villains in anime run a pretty wide gamut. Some anime villains are outright terrifying, while others are subtly menacing. Some exercise their power through violence and force, while others use more ...

A great hero is nothing without a worthy villain. The best anime villains aren’t just obstacles for the protagonist, they shape the story, challenge ideologies, and sometimes even steal the spotlight.

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but ...