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Top 30 Most Upsetting Animated Protagonist Deaths

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Littlefoot's Mother (The Land Before Time)

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Described as one of the earliest and most iconic tear-jerker deaths, with the earthshake, her gentle encouragement, and Littlefoot's grief being devastating.

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Top 30 Most Upsetting Animated Protagonist Deaths

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Bambi's Mother (Bambi)

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Highlighted as arguably one of the most iconic and traumatizing moments in animation history, emphasizing its suddenness, the raw emotion of Bambi's cries, and the stark realization of loss.

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Mufasa (The Lion King)

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Characterized as a masterclass in tragic loss for a young protagonist, involving betrayal, a stampede, and Simba's desperate attempts to wake his father.

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Optimus Prime (The Transformers: The Movie - 1986)

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His heroic and drawn-out death battle with Megatron is described as a truly traumatic experience for many who grew up with the original cartoon.

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The Iron Giant (The Iron Giant)

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His final act of self-sacrifice, proclaiming "Superman," is described as incredibly moving, even with the glimmer of hope at the end.

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The Fireflies (Grave of the Fireflies)

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The slow, agonizing deaths of Setsuko and Seita due to starvation and war are described as profoundly upsetting and almost unbearable to watch, emphasizing their innocence and tragic circumstances.

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Tadashi Hamada (Big Hero 6)

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A selfless hero dying in a seemingly random accident is described as a gut punch, with Hiro's subsequent depression being incredibly moving.

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Meruem (Hunter x Hunter)

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His final moments with Komugi, though not violent, are described as incredibly poignant and upsetting due to the fading of his consciousness and the depth of their connection.

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Maquia's Adopted Son (Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms)

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The eventual aging and death of her mortal son, witnessed by the immortal Maquia, is described as a profoundly moving and upsetting exploration of love and loss over time.

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Koro-sensei (Assassination Classroom)

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His inevitable demise at the hands of his students after a long journey of teaching and connection is described as incredibly emotional due to their bond.

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