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In many high-quality animes, the main character isn't always the most captivating. Instead, numerous supporting and antagonist characters shine so brightly that they steal the audience's attention.
The truth is, sometimes the main character isn't the most appealing in an anime. It's not because their story is poorly written or dull, but rather because some supporting and villainous characters shine too brightly, stealing the audience's focus.
Below are some such names:
Inosuke Hashibira - Kimetsu no Yaiba
Kimetsu no Yaiba boasts an incredible cast of characters, but none can match the pure, wild energy that Inosuke Hashibira brings. He may not be the main character, but he certainly is the one who stirs the audience's emotions in the battle scenes.
Inosuke is wild, courageous, and entirely instinctual, turning every move of his into a performance. His lack of careful consideration before plunging into danger only adds to the intrigue of this character.
Mikey - Tokyo Revengers
Manjiro “Mikey” Sano is a perfect blend of allure and danger. The young leader of the Tokyo Manji gang can instill fear in many, yet cannot escape being drawn to his complex personality.
Mikey is a natural-born leader with fluctuating emotions that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. He is not only the centerpiece of the movie but also the backbone of the story.
Hatake Kakashi - Naruto
Hatake Kakashi was once the student of the Fourth Hokage Minato and the mentor of the Seventh Hokage Naruto. Seriously speaking, Hatake Kakashi plays a role similar to passing the torch from one legend to another.
Even when Naruto and Sasuke capture the audience's attention in battles, Kakashi is always there, the emotional and tactical backbone of the team. He's not just a mentor but also a friend and protector. Plus, this man is incredibly humorous and strong.
Levi Ackerman - Attack on Titan
Who would have thought that a quiet and seldom smiling young man would win the hearts of fans like Levi Ackerman? His icy exterior always hides the sensitivity that most characters in Attack on Titan lack.
Levi's courage makes everyone admire him; he remains extremely calm in any situation, always making sharp judgments, decisive decisions, and finishing moves. Despite his stern face, Levi appears very composed, his self-control often making others unable to guess what he's thinking, thus making him all the more intriguing. And that alone is enough to drive the online community crazy over his 'coolness'.
Satoru Gojo - Jujutsu Kaisen
Satoru Gojo isn't just the most powerful sorcerer in the world; he's also the strongest person himself. And that's extremely alluring. Gojo is the kind of guy that even when he's arrogantly unbearable, you still can't help but love him. Perhaps it's his natural charisma or his harmless banter that makes this handsome guy so captivating.
Watching Jujutsu Kaisen, Gojo is one of those characters you can't take your eyes off of.
Katsuki Bakugo - My Hero Academia
Bakugo starts off as a typical bully that everyone hates. But then, this character undergoes a journey of self-discovery and growth that few characters achieve.
He transforms from a brash and arrogant young man into a hero who begins to understand the true meaning of power. It's his complex and emotional story that makes him one of the best-developed characters in My Hero Academia.
