Whether someone is reading a book or watching a film, many times there will be a character inserted into these mediums, the reader or viewer will relate to on a substantial level. Like books and movies, anime also has many characters that endure harsh or pleasant livelihoods that wish to send their fans off with important messages concerning their lives.
Even if the character's backstory isn't the most daunting, many anime love leaving fans with messages that challenge their current ideals. Moreover, there'll be a character that'll leave a lasting impact.
10 Naruto Uzumaki Taught Fans To Never Give Up On Their Dreams Regardless Of Their Background
Whenever someone name drops an anime that inspired them to pursue their dreams and make them a reality, Naruto would be the show they'd choose. When contemplating the best life lessons, the Naruto anime taught fans many, claim they learned giving up and believing everything will come to someone on a silver platter isn't how life works.
Before becoming Hokage, Naruto was someone who'd often get mocked for dreaming big and for being different from everyone else. However, Naruto learned to cope with those emotions and has become an iconic figure to everyone in the shinobi world.
9 All Might Told Fans That Anyone Can Become A Hero & That Evildoers Will Always Exist
There are many fantastic things about All Might's character, one of those being his heroic status in My Hero Academia and his passionate phrases and lessons he leaves behind for the future generation, including his successor Izuku Midoriya. Telling Deku; he can become a hero was a highlighted moment for many fans of the series.
Further, All Might's character also reminds people that evil-doers will continue to make themselves known regardless of how many battles he wins. Not only that, but he also makes sure people realize that not every victory is guaranteed.
8 Yugi Muto Taught People Why Friendship Can Overcome One's Most Difficult Obstacles
Despite the many differences between Yugi and Atem, Yugi's character has left fans with life lessons many cherish today. One of these lessons revolves around friendship being a component needed in everyone's livelihoods. Whenever Yugi was back in a corner, he counted on his friends to help him defeat difficult opponents like Pegasus and Marik.
Not only is establishing tight bonds with others something many people learned from watching Yu-Gi-Oh, but the series also taught fans why it's righteous to stand by their promises and that they can overcome any difficult obstacle in life.
7 Roy Mustang Taught People To Never Succumb To One's Negative Emotions
When re-watching the Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood anime, many people will witness the life lessons Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood left behind for fans to apply to their lifestyles. Whether it's to re-inform people about the burdens of losing loved ones or why revenge isn't the best medicine, its characters made sure fans left the anime with something to ponder.
On that note, Roy Mustang almost let his inner rage consume him when confronting a murderer. Thankfully, Edward and others helped shake away his inner anger to prevent him from losing control. This event shows that having self-control and abandoning revenge is the answer.
6 Armin Artlert Taught People To Remain Hopeful In One's Goals
Although Attack On Titan's fanbase loves seeing its main characters duke it out with evil humans and Titans, many people feel it's a shonen anime with the most meaningful life lessons. One character who many wouldn't think could deliver such joyous messages is Eren and Mikasa's childhood friend, Armin Artlert.
Armin may have come off as a wimpy, bookworm character to many during the earlier parts of the season, but many grew to appreciate his mindfulness and hope that others didn't seem to have. The lesson many people can learn from Armin is to remain hopeful and stand up for one's comrades.
5 Nobito Nobi Taught Fans That Making Fewer Friends Is Okay & That Everything Won't Last Forever
Despite Doraemon being a long-running anime that never finished its story, it's a series that the whole family can enjoy and will leave behind life lessons for people regardless of their age. Many of these lessons often come from its protagonist Nobito Nobi.
From living a life full of disappointment to a life filled with wonders, Nobito learned valuable lessons after his new companion Doraemon entered his life. Nobito learned that it's okay to have fewer friends and that all life isn't that one day people will have to say goodbye.
4 Shintaro Midorima Taught Fans That It's Important Recognize Everyone's Strengths & Weaknesses Including Their Own
Although many fans argue that Haikyuu is the best sports anime ever made, others will argue for Kuroko's Basketball being the best because of its memorable cast, intense basketball matches, and storytelling. Many fans loved Shintaro Midorima for his insight on Basketball and the life lessons; he left behind for fans.
Not only that, Midorima had a knack for understanding his opponent's strengths and weaknesses and often gave tips to other players in hopes of improving their Basketball skills. He's a rival many sports fans would admire and; one many would love having around during their games.
3 Miss Kobayashi Taught People To Accept Each Other's Differences & To Compromise When Necessary
Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid is a series that loves to make people laugh, smile, and contemplate about what shenanigans Tohru and the others will get Kobayashi into with each new episode. Despite being a heartwarming anime to watch for those that need it, Kobyashi also has phenomenal messages she wishes fans to ponder.
Although she's a calm, humble individual, Kobayashi does tend to get intoxicated sometimes and bares aggression toward people without realizing it. Despite this, Kobyashi is a kind-hearted person who welcomes change and different sides to people. She teaches viewers how it's important to accept people's differences and why compromising isn't a bad idea sometimes.
2 Mary Macbeth Told Fans To Pursue Their Goals Since Life & Death Is Unpredictable
Despite airing years ago, Kekkai Sensen was a shonen anime with unique concepts that blended science fiction and crime. Not only was it a hit that came from the creative mind behind Trigun, but it was a series that left behind a few messages for its audience to remember.
One of these messages comes from Mary Macbeth's character, who shares a quote that says people should pursue their dreams immediately since time is limited. Knowing that all life doesn't last forever is a thought many ponder on occasion. Since anything can happen in a flash, it's that everyone pursues their goals, no matter how small or large they may be.
1 Lelouch Lamperouge Taught Fans That Change Will Only Come From Action & Not Words
Lelouch is one of the greatest anti-heroes in anime and is someone whose actions spoke louder than the words he spewed. During the entirety of Code Geass, fans witnessed the struggles and rage Lelouch had for his family for their mistreatment of him.
Lelouch knew deep down that if he wanted things to change, he would have to retaliate with more firepower and mind games to reach the conclusion he had for himself and Nunnally. Although some of Lelouch's actions wouldn't sit well with most people, he taught fans that if one wants their life to change, they had to be the one to pull the trigger.