One of the oldest anime characters in existence, Astro Boy first appeared on television screens in 1963, helping to usher in the phenomenon now known worldwide as anime. … See more

Lelouch was one of the best examples of a hero gone astray. As often happens in dramatic … See more

Diabolical, calculating, and determined to remake the world in his own image, Light Yagami was the force that drove Death Noteand made it a phenomenon. The manga wa… See more

The arch-nemesis of the Joestar family and the first of two JoJo's entries onto our list, Dio Brando is a delectably detestable villain. Raised by an abusive father, at an early age D… See more