In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 military-themed anime with thrilling adventures and intense combat. This anime has a unique blend of action and narrative.
1. Attack On Titan
In ancient times, terrifying Titans almost wiped-out humanity and took pleasure in eating people. For their safety, humans stayed within massive walls for a hundred years without encountering Titans. But when a massive Titan breaks into the wall, the fight for survival starts again. Eren, Mikasa, and Armin become members of the Survey Corps to combat the Titans and discover a way to defeat them before the walls crumble.
2. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Edward and Alphonse Elric's lives take a tragic turn due to an unsuccessful alchemy experiment. Edward sacrifices his leg and arm to connect Alphonse's soul to the armor. With Winry's help, Edward and Alphonse equip themselves with automail limbs and set off on a quest to locate the Philosopher's Stone, aiming to regain their true forms. As they continue their journey, Edward earns the nickname "Fullmetal."
3. Code Geass: Lelouch Of The Rebellion
In 2010, Japan was conquered by Britannia and renamed Area 11. In their quest for freedom, the people of Japan rise and fight. Lelouch Lamperouge, a student from Britannia, becomes involved in the struggle but is rescued by a mysterious girl named C.C. She gives him Geass, a special power that allows him to control anyone completely. Lelouch transforms into Zero, a mysterious hero, and leads a rebellion against Britannia to avenge and liberate Japan.
4. Hellsing Ultimate
Hellsing Ultimate is about a group called Hellsing that battles scary creatures that put people in danger. Integra Fairbrook Wingates Hellsing is the leader of this organization. Alucard, a vampire, is their most powerful weapon, and he fights against his kind. With Seras Victoria, a vampire servant, by their side, they take on both monstrous beings and adversaries. The series highlights the idea that appearances can be misleading and that our hidden strengths can be born from confronting our darkest fears.
5. 86
The anime series 86 is about a war between two countries, the Republic of San Magnolia and the Giadian Empire. The Republic doesn't tell the truth about how many people are hurt in the war and makes those who look different fight as the Eighty-Six. Vladilena becomes commander of the Spearhead squadron in 86, but she has to endure prejudice. Shinei, the captain, bears the heavy burden of his lost friends. The series follows their struggle against discrimination and their search for hope.
6. Seraph Of The End: Vampire Reign
The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where a virus kills adults, and vampires enslave the remaining people, using them for their blood. Yuuichirou and Mikaela, who were taken from an orphanage, try to escape, but only Yuuichirou makes it out. He joins a military unit dedicated to fighting vampires and seeks revenge for his family's death. The anime explores themes of friendship and loyalty in a world filled with supernatural challenges.
7. Akira
In 1988, a young boy with psychic powers caused an explosion in Tokyo, leading to World War III. After being captured, the boy with psychic powers goes missing. In 2019, Neo-Tokyo is a restored city, but it suffers from gang violence and terrorism. Shoutarou is in charge of a motorcycle group called the Capsules, who clash with their enemies, the Clowns. In a battle, Shoutarou's friend Tetsuo gets into an accident with someone who has special psychic abilities, known as an esper. Tetsuo acquires his powers, and the government tries to keep him under control to prevent chaos.
8. The Heroic Legend Of Arslan
Prince Arslan fights in a war against Lusitania, but his kingdom turns against him and launches an attack. After escaping, Prince Arslan and General Daryun embark on a journey to find allies and retake their home. Along their way, they meet enemies from other kingdoms and a masked man who tries to take away Arslan's right to be king. With General Daryun's support, Arslan embarks on a quest to gather strength and forge alliances in his pursuit of becoming king.
9. Saga Of Tanya The Evil: The Movie
The Empire is continuously winning, but there's trouble on the horizon in the East. The Russian Federation is getting ready to take part in the war, with the backing of magicians from the Allies. Tanya and her group must examine the border and prevent a global war from breaking out.
10. Girls And Panzer
Miho Nishizumi, a former senshadou specialist, tries to distance herself from the sport after a traumatic event. She switches to Ooarai Girls Academy, hoping to escape Senshadou. Unfortunately, her hopes are dashed when the school announces the return of the tankery program for the world championships, forcing Miho to participate once again. With new friends by her side, she must face her past, command a tank squadron, and save her school from shutting down. Through it all, she aims to show her family that senshadou is not just about winning, but about something deeper.
