So Many Cinnamon Rolls!
To say that anime has its fair share of male archetypes would be major understatement. You’ve got your gentle giants, brutish badasses, contemptuous cowards, dodgy douchebags and plenty of others that you can spot from a mile away. However, if there’s one type of protagonist that has managed to earn themselves the adoration of the masses, it would be the kind that has a colossal amount of heart, and yet somehow manages to still come across as unimaginable awkward, to the point they have us rolling on the floor in laughter.
With a quirkiness that perfectly balances their more heroic moments, no matter how many foes these three manage to best, to us they’ll always be some of anime’s biggest and most lovable idiots.
#3: Shoyo Hinata
“Haikyuu!” (2014)
This firecracker was one of the major reasons that Karasuno’s disgraced volleyball team managed to rise up once again, utilising his incredible jumping prowess and unyielding determination to pave a way for the crows to reclaim their crowns. He can leap off walls like Spider-Man and spike a ball like nobody’s business, and yet with his unassuming appearance and naivete, he never fails to come across as a kid whose just been given his Christmas presents.
#2:Â Bartolomeo
“One Piece” (1999-)
When we first met this Super Rookie, he appeared to be a rather foul individual whose Devil Fruit powers offered unlimited protection, to the point he could happily turn his back to his enemies and freely urinate without fear of being attacked. Then he managed to flip everyone’s perceptions on their head when it was revealed he was the Straw Hats’ ultimate fanboy. His uncontrollable outbursts of joy upon meeting his heroes wasn’t unlike how a lot of real-life fans feel, turning him into a beloved character almost overnight.
#1: Shun Kaidou
“The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.” (2017-)
While he brings a fair share of embarrassment to the table, the supposedly all-powerful Jet Black Wings is by far one of the most innocent-minded teenagers you’re ever going to meet. Spending most days inside of his own little fantasy world, Kaidou likes to paint himself as a gritty superhero, when in reality all he wants is for his friends to think he’s cool. While he certainly has some cringe-worthy moments to his name, Kaidou’s got the a heart of gold. If only he knew how to take things down a notch…
Be sure to check out the video below to see our picks for the Top 10 Funniest Anime CharactersÂ
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