The fantasy anime They haven’t died or been partying, but for a few years now it seems that the genre is almost, almost saturated by isekai anime. That is, with protagonists who are transported to another world either by an unfortunate accident (often caused by a truck) or by any other circumstance.
Isekai play with their own tropes, including a protagonist who has to get used to his new life, perhaps a harem of female characters, and deal with everything he’s left behind. But if what we want is an old-fashioned epic fantasy storyIt seems that the fantasy genre is slowly being revived with several recent releases.
So if we want fantasy animes with epic quests, adventures, lots of magic, and that doesn’t include any reincarnated protagonists… Here are several wonderful options that we can watch on streaming.
Berserk
‘Berserk’ is One of the best mangas in history (and one of the crudest)but unfortunately we are still waiting for an anime that adapts it as it deserves. Still, the original 1997 series is a classic that lived up to expectations, perfectly capturing that particular tone of dark fantasy… Although it did stop at the first arcs with only 25 episodes.
This is the story of Gutsa wandering warrior who joins a group of mercenaries known as the Band of the Hawk. Their leader, Griffithstops at nothing to achieve his goals.
Yona, Princess of the Dawn
Betrayal, revenge, adventure, and a princess trying to get her kingdom back. Although ‘Yona, Princess of the Dawn’ moves away from classic European fantasy to be set in a fantasy land inspired by Chinese, Korean and Japanese cultures.
It’s the story of the princess Yona of Koukawho has always lived surrounded by luxury until her father is betrayed and murdered. Yona manages to escape with her bodyguard, Son Hak, and embarks on a quest to save her people.
Gluttons and Dungeons
One of the series that is Reviving the fantasy genre thanks to an adventure inspired by ‘Dungeons and Dragons’, a group of charming protagonists… and A dungeon full of secrets where nothing is what it seems.
In ‘Gluttons and Dungeons’, the group of Laios He is defeated when he faces a terrible red dragon, and his sister Falin is devoured. The group attempts to return to rescue her, but they have lost their equipment and supplies and are close to fainting… but then they meet a dwarf named Senshi that teaches them to survive in the dungeon by cooking monsters like a real top chef.
Claymore
‘Claymore’ is another essential classic, especially if we like High fantasy with a dark twistAfter being missing for quite some time, Netflix brought back the anime a couple of years ago and now we have it in full on the platform.
Humans are tormented by demons known as Yomaand can only be protected thanks to the intervention of the Claymores, half-human, half-demon warriors. Even so, the Claymores are despised, and when their demonic side takes control, destruction is inevitable.
Slayers
‘Slayers’ (known at the time as ‘Reena and Gaudy’ in Spain), is one of those series that needs no introduction. A Sword and Sorcery classic with lots of humor, action and its own twists on the fantasy genre.
Follow the adventures of Reena Inversea powerful teenage sorceress, and Gaudy Gabrieva wandering swordsman who proclaims himself as her bodyguard. When Reena discovers that Gaudy possesses a legendary sword, she decides to travel with him until she manages to obtain it.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
‘Frieren’ came in strong, and has quickly become a household name in its own right. one of the best recent anime series. And that together with ‘Dungeons and Dragons’ is helping to revitalize the fantasy genre in a big way.
After defeating the Demon King with her group of adventurers, the elf sorceress Fried She says goodbye to them determined to improve her skills and knowledge. When he returns 50 years later, the world he knew has changed a lot and his companions are now elderly.So Frieren sets out on a new journey as he reflects on his past relationships and learns to form new bonds.
Fairy Tail
‘Fairy Tail’ now has its own sequel in the form of ‘Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest’, but with the original anime we can join the adventure from the beginning and see how our adventurers grow.
It is the story of Natsu Dragneel, a member of the sorcerer’s guild Fairy Tail, who travels the kingdom of Fiore searching for his adoptive father, the dragon Igneel. During his search he is joined by the sorceress Lucy Heartfilia and other guild members, and the team faces all sorts of quests and even an ancient demon.
Ranking of Kings
‘Ranking of Kings’ is a recent fantasy series that combines beautiful animation with fairy tale touches, characters you’ll fall in love with, and an addictive story that draws you in from the first moment.
The protagonist is Bojjia deaf-mute prince whom no one respects or considers fit to inherit the throne. He dreams of becoming the greatest king of all, and when he suffers a terrible betrayal and must flee his land, the only one who accompanies him and gives him his full support is Kagethe sole survivor of a clan of assassins.
Record of Loddoss War
‘Record of Loddoss War’ is Another legendary classic among fantasy animeswith an entire franchise that includes novels, mangas, role-playing games and video games behind it.
This first anime premiered in 1990 and follows Parnthe son of a disgraced knight. Seeking to restore his and his family’s honor, he joins a group of adventurers consisting of the priest Etoh, the dwarf warrior Ghim, the wizard Slayn, the elf Deedlit, and the thief Woodchuk as a devastating war erupts between two kingdoms.
The Ancient Magus’ Bride
Okay, so ‘The Ancient Magus’ Bride’ isn’t epic fantasy or high fantasy per se, since it’s technically set in modern-day magical England. But it does have plenty of elements of the English and European folklore taking us to a world populated by hfairies, dragons and all kinds of magical creatures.
It is the story of Chisewho is bought at auction by the magician Elias Ainsworth. Although no one has ever valued her, Chise turns out to have enormous potential for magic, so Elias offers to make her his apprentice and his future wife.
