Revenge tropes are popular with audiences worldwide. Be it Naruto's Sasuke Uchiha, whose one-track-mind stuck on revenge took him on a long journey, or Attack On Titan's Eren Jaeger, who's hell-bent on avenging his mother who died at the hands of a Titan, revenge is their first priority. These characters aren't the only ones whose only purpose is revenge.
From revenge exacted on entire organizations or societies to revenge exacted on an individual, this desire for vengeance forms an integral part of the character's personality. Revenge-driven anime characters are capable of single-handedly driving the story according to their whims.
10 Afro Wanted To Avenge His Father (Afro Samurai)
Afro is the titular protagonist of Afro Samurai. As a child, Afro witnessed the brutal decapitation of his father with his very own eyes. While Afro grew up to be a fine swordsman of limitless talent, he grew to be bitter due to the hard-hitting loss of his father.
Afro strived to be number one in a world where power was everything. Traumatized by the events of his childhood, Afro was adamant about taking revenge for his father. He became a cold-blooded killer who wouldn't hesitate to eliminate anyone blocking his way.
9 Roy Was Consumed By Finding His Friend's Killer (Fullmetal Alchemist)
Roy Mustang was a hero of the Ishval war in Fullmetal Alchemist. A State Alchemist in the Amestrian State Military and an officer, Roy was quick to make secret plans to overthrow and succeed the Führer. Maes Hughes was Roy's best friend within and outside the military.
However, Hughes was found murdered without a clue as to who the killer could be. Roy put everything he had into finding Hughes' murderer and exacting revenge on them. Roy became consumed with the thought of vengeance and strived to attack the corruption in the institution.
8 Thorfinn Admired His Father (Vinland Saga)
Thorfinn is the main protagonist of Vinland Saga, and fans are looking forward to the second season. Thorfinn respected, admired, and looked up to his father, Thors. Despite being asked not to, Thorfinn followed his father on an expedition. On this voyage, Thorfinn witnessed his father's murder.
Thors' death changed Thorfinn completely. He went from being a kind, innocent, and friendly boy to an indifferent and sea-hardened Viking obsessed with avenging his father and killing his father's murder all by himself.
7 Agni Wanted To Protect His Sister (Fire Punch)
Agni is the protagonist of Fire Punch. Blessed with the gift of regeneration in a frozen world where food and fire are scarce, Agni and his sister, Luna, lost their parents and were tortured for their parts when they were children.
The village they took shelter in after escaping was burned to a crisp, with Agni being the only survivor due to being immortal. Agni suffered for years before he could control his fire. Later, he set out to the city of Behemdolg to take his revenge on Doma, the person who had killed his sister.
6 Emilia Wanted To Avenge Her Father (The Devil Is A Part-Timer)
The Devil is a Part-timer's Emilia Justina, known as Emi Yusa in the human world, was a Hero in Ente Isla and was responsible for defeating the Demon King Satan. Emilia was obsessed with exacting her revenge upon Satan because she had lost her beloved father to the razing of the Western Continent of Ente Isla.
Hell-bent on revenge, Emilia follows the Demon King Satan to modern-day Japan in the human world to fulfill her purpose. However, along with Satan, Emilia also ends up losing most of her powers in the human world.
5 Vetrix Was Betrayed By Someone He Trusted (Yu-Gi-Oh!)
Vetrix was the patriarch of the Vetrix family in Yu-Gi-Oh! He was betrayed by Dr. Faker, who took advantage of him and Kazuma Tsukumo, using them as sacrifices for opening the demanding doors to another dimension.
Vetrix came back with the physique of a child, determined to take revenge on Dr. Faker and his sons, Quinton, Quattro, and Trey. Vetrix also added Yuma Tsukumo to his list of people to exact revenge upon after Yuma defeated Trey and was revealed to have the "Original Number."
4 Caeser Lost His Best Friend To The Pillar Men (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure)
Caesar A. Zeppeli was a fantastic Ripple user in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. He often looked down on Joseph Joestar because of his below-average skills. Caesar was highly motivated in his fight against the Pillar Men because they murdered his best friend, Mark.
Although Caesar was an honorable man who came to see and respect Joseph's talents and virtues, he was consumed by his thirst for revenge against the Pillar Men. Caesar lost his life while fighting the Pillar Men to avenge his friend and protect Joseph.
3 Kurapika Was The Only Surviving Member Of His Clan (Hunter X Hunter)
Kurapika was the last living member of the Kurta clan in Hunter X Hunter. The Phantom Troupe led by Chrollo Lucilfer murdered his entire family and clan for their special, unique red eyes. Kurapika dedicated his youth to search for his clan members' eyes and exacting revenging on those who murdered his people.
Consumed by revenge, Kurapika made mortally dangerous deals to gain more power to be able to destroy his enemies. He even left Gon's side for a while to continue on his mission by himself.
2 Frieza Couldn't Stand Goku (Dragon Ball)
Frieza is the main villain and antagonist in various arcs of the Dragon Ball franchise. Obsessed with power, Frieza was frustrated with not being able to surpass Goku's strength and authority. He eventually became Goku's arch-nemesis and greatest foe.
Frieza had been defeated at the hands of Goku several times but was not willing to concede. Despite being literally killed by Trunks, who later transformed into Super Saiyan, Frieza was adamant about one-upping Goku and surpassing him in all aspects when he was revived.
1 Masamune Wanted Revenge For His Broken Heart (Masamune-kun's Revenge)
Crunchyroll's Masamune-kun's Revenge follows the story of the main and titular protagonist, Masamune Makabe, who is determined to make the merciless and man-hating heart-breaker Aki Adagaki fall in love with him. The protagonist had been friends with Aki for eight years and was extremely familiar with her ways.
Using his looks and charm, Masamune was somehow able to make Aki fall in love with him. He even went so far as to convince Aki's friends and acquaintances to help him out, which they did by betraying Aki.