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Often rated #1 on MyAnimeList, Brotherhood is the perfect anime. It follows brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric, who use alchemy to try to revive their dead mother—a forbidden act that costs Ed his arm and Al his entire body.

Every few years, a new wave of viewers discovers that anime and manga are no longer a "niche hobby." They are a global powerhouse of storytelling, art, and emotion. However, with thousands of titles available on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu, finding where to start can be paralyzing.

Yes, it is 1,000+ episodes. Yes, that is intimidating. But One Piece is the best-selling manga in history for a reason. It follows Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat crew as they search for the legendary treasure, the One Piece. hentaismile

Never watch the 2016 CGI anime. It is an abomination. Recommendation: Read the manga.

Currently the king of modern shonen. Jujutsu Kaisen follows Yuji Itadori, a high schooler who swallows a cursed talisman (the finger of the most powerful demon, Ryomen Sukuna) to save his friends. He joins an organization of Jujutsu Sorcerers to hunt down the remaining fingers. Often rated #1 on MyAnimeList, Brotherhood is the

Two elite student council geniuses are in love with each other, but their pride prevents them from confessing. They wage daily psychological warfare trying to force the other to say "I love you" first.

A man is stabbed and reincarnates as a slime monster named Rimuru in a fantasy world. Instead of fighting, he uses his unique skills to befriend monsters and build a peaceful nation. However, with thousands of titles available on Crunchyroll,

Berserk is the dark soul of manga. Follow Guts, "The Black Swordsman," a mercenary branded for death by demons. The manga is famous for its incredible art (especially the later volumes) and the heartbreaking Golden Age arc.