34 Most BADASS ANIME CHARACTERS Ever – [Must Check]

Badass anime characters

Badass anime characters

This list is one of my favorite in all anime articles because I love badass anime characters.

They make any anime interesting, and the most badass anime characters are fans’ favourites.

1.Shiki Ryougi from The Garden of Sinners

Shiki Ryougi is one of the most badass characters in The Garden of Sinner’s anime. She has the power in her eyes, which can inherit anything which her eyes see, and the name of her eye power is mystic eyes of death perception no matter if it’s a living thing or dead, she will get that power for a particular time.

Shiki has enhanced physical talents, giving her strength and speed at the same time, despite her ocular prowess.

Her fighting capabilities are proficient and organized, with limited opportunities, because she possesses both brains and brawn, making her the worst character to confront.

2.Shinya Kogami (Psycho-Pass)

Psycho-pass is one of the most underrated anime because the storyline and the fiction world is way different from the real world, or you can say it can be a future world for us if things keep mutating as the virus does in recent times.

Still, one person who is more famous than anime is Shinya Kogami. He is more famous for his badass character Psycho-Pass is. An anime set in a world where machines can detect or deduce whether or not you are a threat to society. 

These enforcers are ex-offenders who have been chosen to help the police arrest criminals. Kogami is a seasoned enforcer who has assisted his team in solving numerous complex cases.

He was the first detective to track down and verify the existence of the series’ primary adversary, Makishima Shougo, a criminal genius.

3.Yami Sukehiro (Black Clover)

Yami Sukehiro is one of the best anime characters In anime. Since I saw him, I just loved the way he dealt with people. Even being an outsider in the royal kingdom, he still sticks with his skills.

Everything about Yami is badass. From look to magic and the cigarette and how he teaches his squad to deal with problems. His guild members, especially Asta, are routinely taught his mantra “surpass your bounds.”

When it comes to conflicts or just his day-to-day life, he is a character who can be classified as “badass.”

He can predict his opponents’ actions thanks to his mastery of Ki and mana zone. Another admirable trait of Yami’s is his superb swordsmanship. This can be some of his abilities, such as “Dimension Slash.” It wouldn’t be unfair to consider him one of the anime’s top swordsmen!

4.Ban (Seven Deadly Sins)

Ban is one of the members of seven deadly sins, and the name given to him is the fox sin of greed.

At the first look, you will think he is the devil or someone who is not good to be with and a very bad person, but that’s not the true identity of Ban. He is very kind and has been in love with a fairy forever.

Ban, one of the group’s most important members, is a human who obtained immortality by drinking from the spring of youth, making him ‘unkillable.’

His combat prowess is unrivalled, and he has a special power called “snatch,” which allows him to steal his opponents’ physical talents.

If you ask me who is the badass anime character in seven deadly sins. Then I will clearly say Ban the fox. The look he has in the anime with a red jacket and awesome body makes his enemy shiver down the spine when they see the fox teeth and the fingers.

5.Ghislaine Dedoldia (Mushoku Tensei)

Ghislaine from Mushoku Tensei is an anime character you can surely label badass! Gustav Dedoldia’s daughter, Ghislaine, is the former Dorudia village chief’s daughter. In the way of the sword, she is Eris and Rudeus Greyrat’s mentor.

Ghislaine’s swordsmanship abilities are unrivalled. Ghislaine has unrivalled swordsmanship skills. Her swordsmanship abilities are so impressive that even Rudeus’s father, a master swordsman, admits she is superior to him.

Her full abilities were demonstrated when she rescued Eris and Rudeus from two captors with just one slash of her sword.

6.Hyakkimaru (Dororo)

Hyakkimaru, a ronin in pursuit of his body parts, is a child of agony and misery. His father made a deal with demons to get good luck in exchange for the bodily parts of his unborn son, Hyakkimaru.

Hyakkimaru journeys with Dororo, a young delinquent, on a quest to discover and retrieve his body parts, despite the fact that he is missing his eyes.

He has a special ability that allows him to see people’s souls. And determine who is good or wicked depending on the colour of their souls; he is also an expert sword fighter.

One of the main reasons to keep killing demons is to bring back his body, so whenever he kills a demon, some body part comes to him.

7.Mugen (Samurai Champloo)

Mugen, the primary character, is a thug who joins forces with Fuu Kasumi and Jin to track down a samurai.

Conflict develops at various places as they go through villages, cities, and towns, which Mugen and Jin generally handle.

He is an incredible fighter and samurai Champloo manga series adaptations created really well.

Mugen is one of the most badass anime characters. Since he is a talented warrior who can easily take on a samurai battalion while having fun doing it.

He uses his incredible reflexes and inexhaustible stamina to gain the upper hand in most of the confrontations he fights in the programme, and anime fans adore him.

8.Baki Hanma (Grappler Baki)

Grappler Baki’s main character, Baki Hanma, is the main protagonist of the anime. He has been training in martial arts since he was a child, making him stronger than the ordinary wrestler.

Most of the main characters in this list lost a battle in the tournament, but Baki never had, which makes him more badass.

Throughout the series, his strength increased, making it impossible to rank him. 

Despite this, he is undeniably one of the show’s most powerful characters and one of the anime’s youngest male protagonists.

9.Gildarts Clive (Fairy Tail)

Gildart Clive is one of the strongest and most talented magicians in the whole Fairy tail anime series but what made him more badass is how he deal with everyone.

Gildarts has a fantastic talent called Crush, which allows him to demolish anything he comes into contact with.

This would have been a fine ability, but the nullification impact it had on magic or any ability makes it excellent. He is a well-rounded fighter with enormous power and stamina, not only because of his magical abilities but also because of his physical battle skills.

10.Roy Mustang (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)

Roy Mustang is a well-known character from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood. 

He can make sparks that erupt into flames when they come into touch with concentrated oxygen, in addition to manipulating oxygen.

He has incredible control over this ability and is able to go up against some of the show’s most powerful characters.

When he takes on a group of Homunculi, some of the most powerful creatures ever created, he not only destroys them but also makes them cry for mercy!

11.Karma Akabane (Assassination Classroom)

Karma Akabane is a student in Kunugigaoka Junior High School’s Class 3-E, which Koro-sensei teaches in the anime Assassination Classroom.

Due to his frequent violent behaviour, he is from the main school branch.

He’s a fascinating guy, as he brilliantly displays when he asks to lead his classmates in a botch assassination attempt.

With the exception of a handful, Karma outperforms most of his classmates in terms of strength and brain. Apart from all of these characteristics, Karma’s talent as an assassin and the potential he displays throughout the programme are what make him genuinely fearsome and badass.

12.Hisoka Morow (Hunter. x Hunter)

Hisoka Morow joker but not the one who will make you laugh but someone who can kill you instantly and have so many tricks of a magician to kill anyone he wants to and also a part of a Phantom group who have so many skilled assassins in it. He isn’t just any member of the organization, though. He is number four out of thirteen members in terms of ranking, demonstrating his strength.

Hisoka feels pleasure to fight with a strong opponent who has the potential to be the best, and that’s why he loves gon so much because he has the potential to be the greatest of all, and so Hisoka can fight him when he is at his full potential. His combat prowess is unrivalled, and he rarely leaves any gaps.

13.Garou the Devil (One Punch Man)

Garou is like a Saiyan. The more he fights, the stronger he gets, and after mastering a martial art, he has gone on a very different level, but he calls himself the devil but still is human, but Garou only looks for strong heroes, so he can beat them and get stronger.

Bang, an S-class hero, was his former student, but he was expelled due to his violent personality.

Garou has incredible strength and speed, allowing him to overcome most A-class heroes easily. 

He even used a single assault to defeat an A-class hero, exhibiting tremendous Might.

Furthermore, the more he fights, the stronger he becomes, which is why he is always on the lookout for strong opponents to take down, especially S-Class heroes.

14.Roronoa Zoro (One Piece)

Roronoa Zoro, the swordsman, is one of the main reasons one piece is so famous and more than Luffy, Zoro has more fan following. He is devoted to becoming the world’s best swordsman, and he practises every day to reach that objective by pushing his body to its limits.

In battle, Zoro wields three swords, which is unusual among swordsmen. However, his remarkable skills are significant since he has been demonstrated to cut through material stronger than even metal.

He killed one of Doflamingo’s subordinates, who had the shape of a mountain, in the Dressrosa arc without breaking a sweat.

15.Ken Kaneki (Tokyo Ghoul)

Ken Kaneki, the main character in Tokyo Ghoul, was once a normal human child who was transformed into a ghoul after a tragic incident.

He is compelled to embrace his new life, and after numerous conflicts, he acquires the moniker of “Black Reaper” and becomes one of the show’s most powerful characters.

He was trained by Arima Kishou, one of the most accomplished CCG operatives, in addition to his ghoul powers, which boosted his strength. Kaneki also possesses several Kagune, allowing him to be extraordinarily strong for a ghoul and to regenerate quickly.

16.Gilgamesh (Fate/Zero)

Gilgamesh is one of the highest rank archers who are so damn badass and a servant in the grail war in Fate/zero. Tokiomi Tohsaka forged a master-servant bond, which he later betrays. He is the half-god, half-human ruler of Uruk, and as such, he is the type of figure who exudes the charisma and pride befitting a king.

Due to his remarkable talents, which include holding the original noble phantasms of all the anime’s’servant’ characters. He gained the moniker’servant killer’ as a result of his abnormal powers, which most of the characters in the show despised.

17.Thorfinn (Vinland Saga)

Thorfinn is someone who can teach you how to grow even if you are not strong, and that’s what Vinland Saga anime is all about, and it is one of the most realistic anime series.

He promises to one day avenge his father by slaying his murderer Askeladd after witnessing his father’s death at a young age. He grew up on the battlefield, all in the hopes of improving his strength and achieving his goal.

His combat ability as a youngster was exceptional, and it didn’t take long for him to master the use of dual short swords. In the anime, he faced up against Thorkell the Tall, a legendary warrior, and hurt him.

18.Killua Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)

Killua Zoldyck is the young assassin with so much skill and one of the most badass child anime characters on this list.

He comes from the assassin family in Hunter x Hunter. Who is known for their skills and perfect work to kill anyone?

He has been training for a long time and has already mastered many skills. It is way hard for adult fighters to learn, but the potential is way higher. And he will be the best of all. Is the heir of the Zoldycks, a family of assassins who has been professionally trained. 

Even his family regards him as the greatest skilled assassin in the Zoldyck family’s history.

Killua’s incredible quickness was demonstrated when he ripped the heart out of a hunter exam participant. Which was nothing short of stunning.

His strength is likewise remarkable, making him an accomplished hunter and assassin. And the fact that he is still a child with incredible potential makes him one of the most badass characters in anime!

19.Revy (Black Lagoon)

She is a ruthless, cold-blooded killer who kills at the drop of a hat and is driven by violence and bloodlust. 

Revy is one of the best female warriors and has so many skills, but she is best with guns.

She employs two modified Beretta 92Fs as a gunfighter for the Lagoon corporation. Her skill with weapons, especially guns, is way more significant than anything.

She is able to effortlessly dodge bullets, demonstrating that she is not to be taken lightly.

20.Spike Spiegel (Cowboy Bebop)

Spike Spiegel is the main character in the classic anime Cowboy Bebop. And he used to be a member of the Red Dragon Crime Syndicate until faking his own death and fleeing. Later in life, he became a bounty hunter and Bebop’s captain.

He is a brilliant fighter who shows his abilities throughout the anime; his perception abilities are exceptional, and his eyesight is razor-sharp.

His primary strength is his ability to fight with a rifle.

21.Kiyotaka Ayanokouji (Classroom of the Elite)

Kiyotaka Ayanakouji is the protagonist of the anime Classroom of the Elite. This follows him as he enrols in Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School.

On the surface, Ayanokouji appears to be a slacker high school student. But he is actually an intellectual sociopath who has little or no empathy for others.

Kiyotaka’s extraordinary intelligence, which surpasses that of his classmates, distinguishes him as a badass anime character. But, thanks to his inventiveness and vision, he guided his pupils to victory in a tournament against other classes.c

22.Alucard (Hellsing Ultimate)

The primary protagonist of the Hellsing Ultimate anime series is Alucard, a powerful vampire. He is the anime’s most powerful character, and he works for the Hellsing Organization. Which investigates strange incidents involving vampires like him.

Alucard, on the other hand, is not your typical vampire. In reality, he is one of the series’ most powerful vampires, with exceptional fighting abilities. He’s an immortal with incredible regeneration, speed, strength, and even teleportation, which is unusual for vampires.

23.Guts (Berserk)

He is the primary character in Berserk, a dark and thrilling anime series. Guts, a former mercenary, travel the world protecting those with whom he has a bond. He is a depressed man, and his sadness stems from his continual exposure to hardship.

He is tall and wields a massive broadsword with skill and precision. Guts developed his talents to the limit during years of relentless exposure to combat and warfare. And he became a seasoned fighter and a master swordsman.

24.Shiba Tatsuya (The Irregular At Magic High School)

The anime begins with him and his sister, Shiba Miyuki, enrolling in First High School (Magic Academy). 

He is a seasoned fighter who excels in assassinations and close combat. Despite his practical test results indicating that he is magically useless.

Shiba is unrivalled in physical fighting, but he also possesses incredible technical knowledge and various unique magical talents that make him extremely powerful.

His skill to counter most magical attacks due to his inherent understanding of magical concepts, on the other hand, makes him genuinely dangerous.

25.Katsuki Bakugo (My Hero Academia)

Bakugo or you can say kaachan has a very short temper and don’t need anyone help to be successful. He just believes in himself and thinks he can defeat anyone, and that’s what makes him a badass character.

Has a hostile personality, yet despite that, he is one of Class 1-A’s strongest and most competent members.

He aspires to be a hero like All Might and works tirelessly to achieve his objective. At times, he can be a braggart and a delinquent. Nonetheless, he boasts a great fighting style and formidable powers and is quite bright. All of this was confirmed when he took first place in both the U.A. entrance exam and the Sports Festival. His oddity allows him to make explosions with his sweat. And he exploits this power to completely overwhelm his opponents in both short- and long-range flights.

26.Vegeta (Dragon Ball Z)

It’s really rare to see a bad or villain turn into a good person. But that’s how Vegeta is when he got care and love, but still, he is not a softy. 

In dragon ball z, he came to earth to kill Goku and destroy the world. But in the end, we all know he is now saving the planet.

He is the prince of Saiyan and one of the strongest badass characters in the anime world, and he proved himself time to time again.

However, still, he is behind Goku, who is on another level, but still, I know he will catch Goku soon because he has the hunger to be stronger, and his attitude is so damn badass.

27.Itachi Uchiha (Naruto Shippuden)

Itachi Uchiha gained so many fans even he was shown in very few episodes of the Naruto series. But still considered as 2nd favourite character after naruto.

He is someone who stopped or helped the allied force to gain the upper hand on the battlefield by cancelling reincarnation jutsu. And that’s why he is a genius and badass character.

People love Itachi for his looks. Also, damn, he is hot. You can say one of the hottest guys in the anime world. At the age of 13, Itachi slaughtered his whole clan of formidable shinobis, demonstrating his prowess even as a child.

He is one of the most proficient Genjutsu users and one of the strongest Naruto characters in the Naruto series. As evidenced by the many adversaries he has faced, none of which have been able to keep up with him and his mad techniques.

28.Satoru Gojo (Jujutsu Kaisen)

Satoru Gojo is one of the newest badass characters in the anime world, and he enters this anime world with a storm.

He is a teacher and the most powerful person in the anime. Who can kill anyone by instant and every enemy of his scared of him, but he is not scary.

Satoru is so cool, and the look is outstanding with blue eyes and excellent looks. He is also the mentor of the main character of anime itadori. Who is also strong but inherit the most dangerous devil power or soul.

He is the most badass anime character and also one of the favorite badass anime characters in anime history. And the one character who made other characters fall short.

So Gojo is in charge of keeping an eye on Itadori/Sukuna to prevent any further rampages and ensure that Itadori continues to grow stronger and becomes a formidable sorcerer in the future.

The importance of Satoru’s skills cannot be overstated since the mere mention of his name instils fear in the hearts of villains. Even the baddies devise schemes to seal him rather than kill him, recognizing that killing him is practically impossible.

29.Kenpachi Zaraki (Bleach)

In the Bleach anime series, Kenpachi Zaraki is the captain of the 11th division of the Gotei 13. He was raised in a lawless culture where he was forced to learn how to fight with a sword from an early age. 

He never stopped honing his talents until he was named captain of the 11th division. His abilities may be crude, but his vastness might more than compensate.

He is a battle-hungry individual who enjoys nothing more than taking on powerful opponents and putting his life on the line. 

The reality that he became a Captain without attaining Bankai is the best testament to his strength and badassery. Having a Bankai is a must for becoming a Captain!

30.Jotaro Kujo (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders)

Jotaro Kujo is the protagonist of Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Stardust Crusaders. Which is the third instalment in Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure anime series.

He is Joseph Joestar’s grandson, and he accompanies his grandfather on a search for Dio Brando in order to save his mother.

He is a charismatic, stylish, and poised guy. But he is also highly dangerous due to his ability to remain calm and controlled under pressure. Jotaro has demonstrated his battle prowess and intelligence on numerous occasions when beating criminals in order to save his mother.

31.Levi Ackerman (Attack on Titan)

Levi Ackerman is a short guy but doesn’t take him lightly because he is not weak at all. He is the most skilful person in an attack on a titan who can kill 100 titans by himself. And that is why he is squad captain. 

He is also known as Captain Levi. Levi has exceptional skill and charisma, despite his diminutive stature, which can be deceiving.

He is known for his brutal skills for killing titans, but his look and attitude are so badass. And fans love him so much more than eren. He is the main character of the anime, and he is also humanity most outstanding soldier. Levi exemplifies what a true soldier should be, and he is not to be trifled with.

32.Madara Uchiha (Naruto Shippuden)

Madara Uchiha is the main reason for the ninja war because he hates being one and wants to rule the world by himself. He is likely one of the most powerful members of the Uchiha clan, and his strength level fluctuated throughout the series.

Madara was still a highly competent fighter who rivalled Hashirama’s.

He was called the greatest because, in the ninja war, he quickly took over 200 soldiers with ease and even almost killed 5 Hokage by himself.

which makes him one of the most badass characters in the anime world and one of the most powerful enemies in naruto. 

He is powerful, incredibly intelligent, and a brilliant strategist and his brains paired with his strength have made him a global menace in the show.

33.Afro Samurai (Afro Samurai)

Afro used to be a cheerful person who smiled and loved to practice sword training with his father but the day his father was killed in front of his eyes, he changed into a badass character.

His horrific experience transformed him into a cold-blooded grownup capable of murdering without blinking. 

The only mission he has in his life is to kill the person who is responsible for his father death, who is known as number one.

The Afro Samurai ascended to Number Two, the anime’s second strongest swordsman, to challenge and slay Number One.

We see how skilled he is with the sword throughout the show, as he can slice his opponents in half, take on entire gangs. And skilfully escape a bullet without getting scratched, and that alone is enough to make him a Badass character.

Light Yagami(Death Note)

We all know that death note light Yagami is one of the most badass characters in the anime and death note is one of the greater anime of all time.

The only person who could use the death note in every possible way was light yagami.

He is one of the best prime examples of bad ass and that’s why death note is one of the best anime series created in anime history.

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