The anime realm of the 2000s was truly a pivotal time as the medium became even more famous worldwide. To this day, anime from this era are still widely regarded as some of the best, from romantic series such as Kimi Ni Todoke on fantasy adventure series including Inuyasha. Artists who are particularly fond of popular styles from the 2000s can also enjoy drawing in styles inspired by their favorite anime, giving each piece a nostalgic touch.
Shōnen anime remains the most popular genre in the medium and is responsible for introducing beloved characters including Naruto Uzumaki and Luffy D. Monkey. In fact, many anime fans first became aware of the overall anime realm through these protagonists and their respective shows as anime began to premiere even more worldwide. From the almost forgotten Adult Swim classic as an original Fullmetal Alchemist to anime acquired by Nicktoons such as Dragon Ball Z Kaiit was known that every anime fan has a special place in their heart for the shows they watched as kids.
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An original anime for Hiroma Arakawa, debuting in 2003 and premiering in North America the following year. Fullmetal Alchemist is much less known nowadays compared to Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhoodwhich follows throughout the manga. Since the manga was still being serialized during the original anime's run, Fullmetal Alchemist later differs from the source material. At first the story is about the same, following the journey of brothers Edward and Alphonse after a terrible alchemical experiment takes away their original bodies. Now, with older brother Edward working with steel prosthetics and younger brother Alphonse navigating the world as living armor, the alchemists are forced to reckon with their country's corrupt military to find the key to restoring their old lives.
Fullmetal Alchemist he does things that many fans, even those who prefer Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood as an adaptation, prefer it in terms of narrative. Not only does the 2003 anime feature additional episodes that allow viewers to get to know the characters, but it has an absolutely gorgeous, devastatingly dark atmosphere that's hard to forget. Fans are somewhat divided on the ending of the series and how the fates of the characters differ from the manga and subsequent adaptation, but the legacy that Fullmetal Alchemist 2003 is a year that should not be forgotten. A classic for those who grew up on Adult Swim, this anime first introduced fans in North America to what is often considered Arakawa's masterpiece.
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters continues Yugi's adventure
Yugi must fight against the cunning Maximillion Pegasus
After shy teenager Yugi Mutou solves a mysterious ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millennium Puzzle, he suddenly becomes the host of a spirit with a love of gambling and a secret past. As the Millennium Puzzle is now complete, the intense Dark Games are now revived, forcing Yugi and his new alter ego to face off against other game lovers and even criminals. After the original Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series sequel Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster fight debuted in 2000 and in 2004 for English-speaking audiences through 4Kids. This anime takes place right after Yugi manages to defeat his age-old rival, the wily Seto Kaiba, in a high-stakes game of Duel Monsters.
However, things get even more complicated when the creator of Duel Monsters, Maximillion Pegasus, uses the Millennium Eye to steal Yugi's grandfather's soul. To save him, Yugi and his friends must enter the Duelist Kingdom tournament hosted by Pegasus. Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster fight not only works with material and characters as seen in the manga, but brings original stories created for the anime. The series also works with one of the most important stories in the manga, which revolves around the past of the being possessing Yugi.
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Inuyasha still has a dedicated fan base
Kagome and the titular Inuyasha travel between time periods
Teenager Kagome Higurashi's family owns a Shinto shrine, but she doesn't pay much attention to it or her grandfather's fairy tales until her fifteenth birthday. When a monstrous being pulls her into a portal in the shrine's well, Kagome is shocked to discover that she has traveled five hundred years into the past. She soon meets a mysterious youth known as Inuyasha, a half-human, half-dog demon who has apparently been betrayed by his former love, the priestess Kikyo, after seemingly betraying her and her village for the Shikon Jewel. To Kagome's shock, she is the present-day reincarnation of Kikyo and the host of the Shikon Jewel… at least until it shatters into hundreds of small but still powerful shards.
Although the two can't stand each other, Kagome and Inuyasha are forced to work together to find the missing shards before dangerous forces do. Over the course of the series, Kagome and Inuyasha learn more about each other, travel to the present and back, and even become friends (and maybe something more). Inuyasha is based on the manga of the same name by the legendary Rumiko Takahashi, who is responsible for other beloved works such as Urusei Yatsura and Ranma ½. With beautiful animation by Sunrise, an amazing soundtrack and unforgettable characters, Inuyasha acted as a childhood favorite for many and is still a widely discussed show.
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Reluctant Medium Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper in Bleach
Ichigo must save the living and the dead from the violent depths
Ichigo Kurosaki just wants to live a normal life without being bothered, but because he was born with the ability to see and communicate with spirits, his life is anything but ordinary. One day, a chance encounter with a Soul Reaper, Rukia Kuchiki, causes him to gain her powers, forcing him to become a reluctant Soul Reaper in training. Ichigo soon learns that both the living and the dead are at risk of being attacked by spirits known as Hollows, and that Hollows often attack those they were connected to while alive. However, fighting Hollows is not as simple as simply attacking these ghosts.
Ichigo later learns that while some Hollows were once violent people who are now condemned to an afterlife in Hell, others were good people who were consumed by negative emotions as spirits, or even turned into Hollows by force. As Ichigo deals with various Hollows, both those who were evil in life and those who were benevolent in life, he learns more about Soul Society and the other Soul Reapers of this plane of existence. As conflict arises in the world of the living and the dead, Ichigo soon develops into a true hero. With flashy visuals, an energetic cast, and even popular filler episodes, Bleach it's still a treat to watch.
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One Piece is a beloved ongoing series
Luffy D. Monkey dreams of becoming the pirate king
The famous pirate captain Gol D. Roger announced on his deathbed that his legendary treasure, known as “One Piece”, was ready. In fact, whoever found the great treasure would be crowned the newest Pirate King. After hearing these words, millions of people took their own ships to the seas to find One Piece, although to this day no one knows exactly where or what One Piece is. One young pirate, Luffy D. Monkey, dreams more than anything to become the king of the pirates, and while hunting for the coveted treasure, he decides to create his own crew.
Along the way, Luffy meets a constellation of allies, from the determined navigator Nami to the chip doctor Tony Tony Chopper. Luffy also shows off his own powers, including those he gained from the power of the Gum-Gum Fruit; thanks to the Devil Fruit, Luffy's body is now rubber-like and able to perform inhuman attacks and prevent Luffy from being electrocuted (however, he cannot swim). One Piece is usually a cheerful series with bright colors and fun character designs, but it certainly doesn't shy away from showing the ugliness of human nature and very real problems, as seen especially in the 4Kids version. Since the series first debuted in 1999 and made its North American premiere in 2004, fans have stuck by Luffy's side as he embarks on his latest adventure, never abandoning his spirit and sense of justice.
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The original Naruto series remains popular
Energetic ninja Naruto wants to become the next Hokage
In the world Narutothe village of Konoha is still reeling from the time when the village was nearly destroyed by a monstrous fox known as the Nine-Tails. Although Konoha was eventually saved, many noble souls died and the spirit of the Nine-Tails was sealed into the body of the newborn Naruto Uzumaki in an attempt to keep the village safe. Unfortunately for Naruto, he grew up without parents or a proper family and was shunned for reasons he didn't learn until he was twelve years old. However, what kept Naruto in good spirits and determined was his desire to become the leader, or Hokage, of Konoha.
In Naruto's mind, if he became the next Hokage, most of the people in the village would finally treat him with respect. However, the path to becoming a high-ranking ninja is not easy. As Naruto and his fellow ninja work on their skills and fighting techniques, new and old threats emerge in Konoha. original Naruto the anime, which can be very goofy but also very dark, has been a shōnen staple for many young anime fans and a children's classic for audiences around the world.
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Dragon Ball Z Kai is a remaster of Dragon Ball Z
Goku returns to the battlefield after defeating Piccolo
Dragon Ball is one of the most beloved franchises of all time, thanks to its legendary characters and high-stakes action sequences. Once created Dragon Ball Z1989 anime that continued Goku's adventures, a remastered version was made in 2009. Dragon Ball Z Kaiwould this animated series use the same manga story as Dragon Ball Z was based on but without most of the filler used. as such Dragon Ball Z Kai moves at a faster pace and also features revised animation, new music, and new opening and ending themes.
Just like Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball Z Kai takes place after Goku defeats Piccolo and marries Chi-Chi; now he also has a son named Gohan who looks just like his famous father. As things begin to look peaceful, Goku soon discovers after meeting his long-lost older brother that he is actually an alien known as a Saiyan. However, while many of the remaining Saiyans are known to be bloodthirsty, Goku wishes for peace, so he returns to his endless battle to protect Earth and his loved ones. Although there are many aspects Dragon Ball Z which longtime fans prefer, Dragon Ball Z Kai is nevertheless a popular remaster and is considered essential viewing for everyone Dragon Ball fan, new or old.
