Anime has always been a treasure trove of engaging relationships, and friendships often take center stage. From rivals turned friends to bonds forged through shared struggles, these are the best anime friendships of all time. So, send this special post to that friend you consider a brother!
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Friendships in Anime – Top 10
10. Eren and Armin
In Attack on Titan, Eren Yeager and Armin Arlert share a dream. In short, as children, they gazed at the horizon, imagining a world beyond the walls. They wanted to see the ocean, the sky, and the world beyond. However, it wouldn't be easy, as the world outside was filled with Titans, even more powerful than humans.
09. Light and L
L and Light from Death Note aren't the best of friends; in fact, they're sworn enemies. Yet, somehow, they understand each other better than anyone else. Furthermore, they're both geniuses trying to bring the other down. Their battles are more than just strategy—they're a test of minds. It's like watching the best minds face off against each other. At the end of the day, though, they're both teenagers and respect each other. While Light may be a psychopath and a narcissist, he still sees and respects L's genius.
08. Natsu and Happy
On the other hand, Natsu and Happy from Fairy Tail are inseparable. From the moment they met, their adventures began. Thus, Happy isn't just a talking cat—he's Natsu's best friend. He cheers him up, makes him laugh, and even helps him fight. No matter the danger, they face it together. Whether soaring through the sky or stuffing their faces with food, their anime friendship proves that the best companions come in the most unlikely forms.
07. Ash and Pikachu
Ash and Pikachu don't start out as friends in Pokémon. Initially, Pikachu was a stubborn Pokémon who wouldn't listen to any trainer, much less a child from a small village. After countless battles, Pikachu begins to see and respect Ash's ambition to become the best Pokémon Trainer. From then on, their bond grows stronger with each battle.
06. Edward and Alphonse Elric
In short, it all began with a failed experiment to revive their mother, which resulted in Edward losing his arm and Alphonse his entire body. For this reason, they both set out on an adventure to recover what they lost. However, neither knew the cruel world that lay outside, and their brotherly bond is what keeps them going.
Friendships in Anime – Top 5
05. Midoriya and Bakugo
Bakugo was jealous of Midoriya's newfound power, as he had always been just an insignificant boy who followed him around. However, seeing him as his equal made Bakugo doubt his own strength. Of course, being boys, the only way to resolve this was a fight. It didn't matter who won the fight, however, because in the end, Bakugo saw the hard work and struggle Midoriya had gone through to get where he was, motivating Bakugo to aim higher.
04. Naruto and Sasuke
On the other hand, Naruto and Sasuke started out as teammates and good friends. Naruto was happy to see someone see him as a human and not the nine-tailed beast. So when the entire village dismissed Sasuke as a rogue ninja and criminal because he lusted for power, Naruto still had faith in his friend and fought to get him back on the right path.
Friendships in Anime – Top 3
03. Goku and Vegeta
Goku and Vegeta begin as enemies, and their rivalry is legendary in Dragon Ball. But over time, their rivalry blossoms into a relationship of mutual respect. Vegeta refuses to admit it, but he admires Goku, and Goku, in turn, sees Vegeta as his greatest rival. They push each other to new heights. This dynamic makes them one of the anime's most iconic pairs.
02. Zoro and Luffy
Zoro and Luffy in One Piece don't need grand speeches or sentimental moments to prove they have one of the best anime friendships of all time. Simply put, it's the way Zoro stands by Luffy without hesitation, and the way Luffy never doubts that Zoro will show up when needed.
01. Gon and Killua
Finally, we have Gon and Killua in Hunter x Hunter, where one is a fun-loving adventure addict; the other is a trained assassin with enough emotional baggage to fill an entire arc. But still, from the moment they meet, it feels like they've known each other forever.
So, what did you guys think of our list? Is there anything you'd like to add? Leave a comment, and see you next time!
