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 longed to see the ocean, the sky, and the world beyond. However, it wouldn't be easy, as the world out there was full of Titans, who were even worse than humans.
09. Light and L
L and Light from Death Note aren't best friends; in fact, they're sworn enemies. Yet, somehow, they understand each other better than anyone else. Furthermore, both are geniuses trying to bring each other down. Their battles are more than just strategy – they're a test of minds. It's like watching the best minds clash violently. At the end of the day, though, they're both teenagers and respect each other. Although 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 flying 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 numerous battles, Pikachu begins to see and respect Ash's ambition to become the best Pokémon trainer. From then on, their bond strengthens 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 losing his entire body. Because of this, they both embarked on an adventure to recover what they had lost. However, neither of them knew about 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 grew 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 settle this was a fight. It didn't matter who won the fight, though, because in the end, Bakugo saw the hard work and struggle Midoriya went through to get where he was, motivating Bakugo to aim higher.
04. Naruto and Sasuke
On the other hand, Naruto and Sasuke start out as teammates and good friends. Naruto was happy to see someone look at him as a human and not as the nine-tailed beast. So, when the entire village dismissed Sasuke as a rogue and criminal ninja because he craved power, Naruto still had faith in his friend and fought to put 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 transforms 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 most iconic pairs in anime.
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. In short, 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 an adventure-seeking addict; the other is a trained assassin with enough emotional baggage to fill an entire arc. Yet, from the moment they meet, it feels like they've known each other for a long time.
So, folks, what did you think of our list? Is there anything you'd like to add? Leave a comment below, and see you next time!