Best Adventure Anime of 2022

As the next Wave approaches, Naofumi Iwatani and his party are gripped by growing unease. Tensions spike when bat-like monsters attack Lurolona Village, halting the Wave countdown. To address this crisis, the Four Cardinal Heroes meet with Queen Mirelia Q Melromarc. She suspects these strange events are tied to the reawakening of the Spirit Tortoise, a dangerous beast that has begun its destructive rampage once more. While strategies to combat the Spirit Tortoise are drawn up, Naofumi volunteers to help, despite his damaged reputation.

As a Substitute Soul Reaper, Ichigo Kurosaki routinely combats Hollows, the malevolent spirits endangering Karakura Town. He maintains this peace alongside his trusted allies: Orihime Inoue, a childhood friend possessing healing abilities; Yasutora Sado, a classmate with immense strength; and Uryuu Ishida, a Quincy who serves as Ichigo's rival. This status quo is abruptly disrupted by the appearance of Asguiaro Ebern, a formidable Arrancar signaling the return of Yhwach, the ancient Quincy leader. Yhwach seeks to reignite the centuries-old war between Soul Reapers and Quincies, intending to wipe out both the human world and the Soul Society completely. Launching simultaneous attacks on the Soul Society and Hueco Mundo, the domain of Hollows and Arrancars, Yhwach forces Ichigo and his companions to unite with former friends and enemies alike. Together, they must halt Yhwach's destructive agenda to prevent the total annihilation of the world.

In E-Rantel, the vibrant capital of the newly established Sorcerer Kingdom, a severe supply crisis is unfolding. Once a flourishing trade center, the city now faces turmoil as its inhabitants live in fear and distrust of their ruler, Ainz Ooal Gown. To address this emergency, Ainz sends Albedo on a diplomatic assignment to E-Rantel. Simultaneously, the cardinals of the Slane Theocracy gather to devise a strategy against Ainz following his crushing defeat of the Re-Estize Kingdom's army, with the goal of having the Baharuth Empire annex the Sorcerer Kingdom. However, when Emperor Jircniv Rune Farlord El Nix meets the Theocracy's representatives in a coliseum, he is shocked to encounter Ainz in person. With their secret meeting revealed, the emperor and his entourage realize that Ainz has issued a duel challenge to the Warrior King, the empire's most powerful warrior. Baffled by Ainz's intentions, Jircniv can only watch as the destiny of humanity hangs in the balance.

Having survived the perilous trials of Idofront, Riko obtains a White Whistle, which grants her passage to the Abyss's sixth layer, the Capital of the Unreturned. Accompanied by Reg and Nanachi, she ventures into this unexplored region where the legendary Golden City is said to be concealed. As they traverse the brutal environment, the group faces lethal creatures and treacherous terrain. Their path leads them to a village home to enigmatic entities known as "hollows." Despite the eerie surroundings, the trio continues forward to reveal the settlement's mysteries and the forgotten tales of adventurers who plunged into the Abyss's deepest unknown.

High school student Suzume Iwato encounters a mysterious young man named Souta Munakata on her way to school. Souta is searching for abandoned locations, and after Suzume directs him toward a nearby ruin, her own curiosity leads her to follow. At the site, she discovers an isolated door leading to an ethereal, dreamlike realm she can sense but cannot enter. Nearby lies a strange stone that transforms into a cat-like creature and dashes away upon being touched. Alarmed, Suzume flees back toward her school, unaware of the disastrous consequences of leaving the door unsealed. The release of the "keystone" allows a malevolent force trapped within the alternate dimension to escape and cause destruction across Japan. Determined to fix her serious mistake, Suzume teams up with Souta, whose true mission is to stop the evil's spread, to find and close every open door before the country is ruined.

After Nagumo Hajime emerged as the sole survivor from the labyrinth that grants divine power to those who conquer it, his former classmates from the fantasy world of Tortus suffered their first major defeat. Now, accompanied by his trusted companions and the newly added Kaori Shirasaki, Nagumo continues his journey to clear each remaining labyrinth, all while striving toward his ultimate objective of returning to his home world. Meanwhile, back on Earth, the summoned heroes review their past mistakes to improve their strategy against the approaching demon army invasion. As the decisive confrontation draws near, both familiar and new enemies begin putting their sinister plans into action. Once again, Nagumo must prove his dominance against overwhelming opposition, fighting relentlessly to protect the people who matter most to him.

After rescuing the Xenos and advancing to Level 4, Bell Cranel now possesses the strength to venture into the deeper, more perilous sections of the Dungeon. As the captain of the Hestia Familia, he sets off on a fresh journey alongside his companions and allies. A troubling prophecy from Cassandra Ilion warns of an impending disaster tied to Bell's friend Ryuu Lion, which could threaten the entire party. Determined to prove Ryuu's innocence, Bell holds firm in his conviction that she is not guilty. Still, it remains uncertain whether he can shield Ryuu from harm and survive the challenges of the abyss.

Combining knowledge with physical prowess, Senkuu aims to unravel the enigma behind the green light responsible for petrifying humanity by journeying to the opposite side of the globe. His immediate challenge is to build a seaworthy vessel. Thanks to the support from Tsukasa Shishiou's past allies, the ship's structure is assembled swiftly; however, they lack an experienced navigator. In their quest for a capable captain, Senkuu and his team uncover the petrified form of Ryuusui Nanami, the inheritor of a vast maritime empire known for his exceptional sailing skills, albeit with a contentious personality. Recognizing the need for his expertise, Senkuu opts to revive Ryuusui, despite potential complications. Revived into a world devoid of property laws, Ryuusui sees an opportunity to amass wealth and possessions freely. To secure his cooperation in steering them through rough seas, Senkuu and Ryuusui must first obtain the crucial fuel needed for the ship—oil.

While playing an online game, a man falls asleep and wakes up as his character, Arc, in the game's real world. He quickly adjusts to this new reality but faces the problem of looking like the skeleton avatar he chose, which makes the locals uneasy. To avoid drawing attention, he hides his appearance. Heading to the castle town of Luvierte, Arc plans to become an adventurer by taking on quests. Using his extremely high stats, he travels through many lands, defeats countless enemies, and helps those in danger. However, his seemingly simple actions might unknowingly pull him into a large, coming conflict that could change the world's fate.

Following a bold escape attempt, Jolyne Kujoh is placed in solitary confinement but continues probing the sinister workings of Whitesnake, a mysterious Stand whose wielder remains unknown to her. Enrico Pucci, a priest and the prison chaplain at Green Dolphin Street Prison, is revealed as the mastermind behind Whitesnake. With a significant connection to a past enemy of the Joestar lineage, Pucci's vendetta against Jolyne and her father, Jotaro, runs deep. Driven by the legacy of his deceased ally, he orchestrates events within the prison and among its inmates to further his nefarious plans. Alongside allies such as Ermes Costello and Foo Fighters, Jolyne battles various Stand users. As Pucci's scheme begins to affect areas beyond the prison, threatening global stability, Jolyne draws on her Joestar heritage and risks everything to stop the impending catastrophe.

In the midst of an attack on the human realm by the Demon Queen Echidna, the people look to the Hero Leo Demonheart for salvation. Armed with overwhelming power, Leo quickly drives back Echidna's forces and saves humanity. But instead of gratitude, he faces suspicion from those who fear his strength might one day turn against them. Banished from his homeland, Leo wanders without purpose until he learns that Echidna is rebuilding her army. Seeking a place where he might be accepted, he returns to her castle and offers his services. Though Echidna initially refuses, Leo convinces her four generals to let him work under their supervision in secret. Taking on the identity of a masked dark knight named Onyx, he methodically solves the army's problems, steadily improving life within the castle. Meanwhile, his hidden goal is to uncover the true reason behind Echidna's declaration of war.

After witnessing countless deaths and tragedies, the immortal Fushi retreats to an isolated island to evade the Nokkers who pursue him. Instead of attacking Fushi directly, the Nokkers begin assaulting settlements far from his hiding place, drawing him out. A group called the Guardians, led by Hisame—the descendant of the late warrior Hayase—eventually locates Fushi. Moved by Fushi's past defense of Janada Island against the Nokkers, the Guardians have gained significant recognition worldwide. Despite initial reluctance, Fushi allows the Guardians to accompany him to the site of the Nokkers' most recent attack. There, Fushi encounters both new and old allies. Yet, as battles with the Nokkers continue to bring sorrow, Fushi must summon the strength to confront his enduring grief.

A once-human sword gains awareness after being reincarnated. Possessing telekinetic abilities, the sword investigates its new existence and accumulates various skills. During a journey through a forest infested with monsters, the sword comes across a young girl named Fran, who is escaping a beast. Fran picks up the sword and swiftly slays the creature. She then christens the blade "Shishou" and adopts it as her weapon. Fran and Shishou aspire to embark on adventures together, though Fran's path is complicated by her affiliation with the Black Cat Tribe, a Beastkin group known for its negative reputation. None of her tribe members have ever advanced into more powerful beasts, but Fran is resolute in becoming the first to do so and fulfilling her parents' aspirations. Shishou pledges to serve as Fran's sword until she accomplishes her ambition, and together they create an extraordinarily formidable team.

After escaping from Green Dolphin Street Jail, Jolyne Kuujou teams up with Ermes Costello and Emporio Alniño to track down the evil priest Enrico Pucci across Florida. At the same time, her allies Weather Report and Narciso Anasui hurry to join them to thwart Pucci's plans. Both groups struggle against Pucci's army of Stand users while pursuing him. As Jolyne's companions battle for their lives, Pucci makes his way to the Kennedy Space Center, intending to fulfill Dio Brando's legacy by robbing humanity of free will and binding people to fate, thus creating a utopia based on universal happiness. With her father Joutarou comatose, Jolyne must rely on the skills she honed in prison to confront Pucci in a critical clash that will decide the future of the world.

In a world where mages are granted one of four random crests at birth that define their magical abilities, Gaius, a master of the creation crest, rose to become the most powerful sage in existence. Despite his extraordinary power, Gaius felt unsatisfied, longing for a crest suited to close combat. Recognizing that altering his crest was impossible, he chose to reincarnate in a distant future, hoping to change his destiny. Reborn as Mathias Hildesheimer millennia later, he finally possesses the crest he desired. However, he finds that magic has severely deteriorated over the centuries, with once-common spells now only existing in legends. Worse still, the crest he coveted is now considered the weakest, mockingly called the "Crest of Failure." Unfazed, Mathias exceeds all expectations. He enrolls in the Second Academy in the royal capital and excels in every area. Yet Mathias soon uncovers the grim truth behind humanity's loss of magical power: the interference of demons. Determined, he sets out to fix the consequences of his long absence once and for all.

In a post-apocalyptic Japan reduced to a vast desert, a mysterious rust disease threatens what remains of civilization. The authorities blame mushroom spores and point to Bisco Akaboshi, known as the "Man-Eating Mushroom," as the culprit. Bisco sees things differently. As a "Mushroom Protector," they seek the legendary "Sabikui" mushroom, believed to be the cure for the rusting illness. Accompanying Bisco on this journey are a giant crab named Akutagawa and Dr. Milo Nekoyanagi, a kind-hearted doctor looking for a remedy for their sibling's rust poisoning. Despite widespread prejudice, Bisco continues their quest to heal the decaying world.

After collapsing from overwork in a ruthless corporate setting, Yuuji Sano is reborn into a video game-like fantasy world. Hoping for a calm life, he discovers his starting class is Monster Tamer, widely seen as the weakest. By taming local slimes, he uses their help to unlock hidden magical abilities and gains a second class, Sage, which maximizes his newfound power. Despite possessing overwhelming strength, the mental trauma from his past life prevents him from using it fully. Yet, hidden threats endanger this new world, forcing him to possibly unleash his true power to protect his only refuge.

In this world, certain animals called "ultimate species" are highly respected for their incredible strength and magical abilities, making them the most powerful creatures around. Humans eagerly try to obtain these beings, which has put several of these rare breeds in danger. Rein Shroud has the uncommon ability to summon various animals to help him with tasks like scouting and managing supplies. Because of this skill, he joins a team led by the ambitious and deceitful hero, Arios Orlando. However, after six months, Rein is kicked out of the group because his non-combat role makes him seem ineffective in battle. Unaware to those who abandoned him, Rein is exceptionally talented among beast tamers. His hidden abilities come to light when he meets Kanade, a cat spirit and a member of the ultimate species, and successfully forms a contract with her. With Kanade by his side, Rein starts a new journey, climbing the ranks as he meets other members of the ultimate species.

In her youth, Uta—a former member of the Red Hair Pirates and childhood friend of Monkey D. Luffy—dreamed of bringing a new era of freedom by sharing her music and joy throughout the world. When Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates arrive at Uta's highly anticipated live performance, they join many fans eager to witness the diva's exceptional talent. However, due to a painful incident in her past, Uta holds deep animosity towards pirates. Her reunion with Luffy becomes tense once she learns of his choice to embrace a life of piracy. Upon Luffy's refusal to give up his pirate ways, Uta uses her powers against the Straw Hats, trapping their minds in a dream realm from the concert's start, leaving their physical forms sleeping in reality. The Straw Hats now race against time to escape Uta's nightmare world before they are lost in it permanently.

In the capital city of Milishion, the Dead End party decides to take a day off to take care of personal tasks. While Rudeus Greyrat faces interruptions due to unexpected disruptions, the party's swordswoman, Eris Boreas Greyrat, finds herself without any plans. She decides to go on a goblin-hunting mission, and runs into Cliff Grimoire, a confident yet skilled mage who insists on joining her despite her attempts to refuse. Unfazed, Cliff challenges Eris to explore the dangerous forest near the city. Accepting the challenge, Eris and the mage venture into the woods, where they soon encounter threats far more dangerous than ordinary goblins.

During their school days, Tsukasa Jinguuji was admired for his handsome appearance and popularity with girls, while Hinata Tachibana remained in the background, always longing for a girlfriend. Despite these differences, the pair maintained a close friendship into their thirties and worked together at the same company. After a work event where Jinguuji once again took center stage, Tachibana, intoxicated and frustrated, wished to become a stunningly beautiful woman with irresistible appeal. Suddenly, a god appeared and transported both of them to a fantasy world to face the Demon Lord, at the same time fulfilling Tachibana’s request. Now transformed into an incredibly attractive woman, Tachibana draws attention from everyone, including Jinguuji. Tachibana also starts to understand the appeal that made Jinguuji so popular. However, before romantic entanglements can develop, they must concentrate on their quest to defeat the Demon Lord, or else risk being trapped forever by their growing attraction to each other.

Ordinary student Mitsuki Mutou is mysteriously whisked away to another world. After being summoned by the king, who expects great power, Mitsuki is judged useless due to an apparent lack of a Special Concept and is cast out. While wandering, Mitsuki meets Menou, a priestess who explains that people from Japan are called Lost Ones and that every Lost One inherently carries a Special Concept. Menou, who belongs to a church that claims to help abandoned Lost Ones, offers Mitsuki shelter at her church to uncover the nature of their hidden ability. It is later discovered that Mitsuki’s Special Concept is both extremely powerful and dangerous. However, one must wonder whether Menou’s true purpose is really to aid Lost Ones or if she has hidden motives.

Keina Kagami, who had been confined to her bed for an extended period, suddenly ends up transported into the digital realm of her cherished VRMMORPG, Leadale, after her life support system malfunctions. She wakes up as her high-level avatar, Cayna, and quickly realizes that this version of Leadale is not the same as the one she once knew. To her amazement, Cayna discovers that two hundred years have elapsed since her last log-in to this world. Far from feeling discouraged, this revelation signals the start of a fresh and exhilarating adventure, full of new possibilities and friends she has yet to meet.

In the Kingdom of Wenias, Sable attends the Royal Magic Academy with the lowest grades in the entire school. Remembering nothing of his past, he accepts a special assignment from Headmaster Albus: traveling to the southern regions. Accompanying him are Roux Cristasse—the Dawn Witch—Holt, a girl with antlers growing from her head, and Kudd, a lizard-like Beastfallen. Their goal is to establish a new village for witches in an area where hostility toward them still runs strong. Along the way, the four must stay clear of former members of the Dia Ignis Arbiters, ruthless witch hunters who killed many witches and ordinary people. Even though their order was dissolved and pardoned after the war between the Church and witches, these individuals still roam free, determined to capture any mage they encounter. Roux possesses the Staff of Ludens, known as the "witch-eater," while Sable holds an endless wellspring of magical power. These advantages may be essential to completing Albus's objective. If they fail, Sable stands to lose all memory of magic and the academy—leaving him without a sense of direction or any way back to the silver-haired mage who once saved him.

In "I've Somehow Gotten Stronger When I Improved My Farm-Related Skills," Al Wayne devotes himself to becoming an exceptional farmer. His relentless efforts lead him to excel in agriculture, earning him recognition as a top cultivator. This newfound mastery dramatically enhances his capabilities, surpassing those of legendary heroes from bygone eras. Upon discovering his immense strength, the royal family approaches Al for help in combating a series of disasters that began around the time of his empowerment. Though hesitant, Al consents to protect his cherished farmlands by facing these threats head-on.

After Magenta's father was defeated by Gokuu Son, Magenta seeks revenge against Gokuu's family and friends. To bring back the defunct Red Ribbon Army, Magenta recruits Dr. Hedo, the grandson of the infamous scientist Dr. Gero. Hedo creates a line of superhero-themed androids designed to eliminate Gokuu, after Magenta convinces him that Earth's strongest warriors are actually alien enemies. While Gokuu and Vegeta are away training off-world, Piccolo becomes a mentor to Pan, Gokuu's young granddaughter, teaching her combat skills just as he did with her father, Gohan Son. Gohan, who has abandoned his warrior life to pursue an academic path, finds his peaceful routine disrupted along with Piccolo's when Gamma 1-gou and Gamma 2-gou, Hedo's new android creations, appear. Although the Gamma androids believe they are acting for justice, a hidden plot unfolds within the Red Ribbon Army base. Gohan and Piccolo must take urgent measures to protect Pan and defend the planet from this emerging mechanical threat.

In the virtual reality MMORPG Ark Earth Online, the renowned summoner mage Dunbalf—known for his commanding presence and immense strength, often called a one-man army—was one of the game's most powerful characters. Alongside the "Nine Wise Mages" and King Solomon, he helped establish the mage player kingdom of Alcait. However, one day, Dunbalf and the Nine Wise Mages vanished without any explanation. To use up his remaining credits, Dunbalf bought a cosmetic kit to alter his appearance, but he fell asleep while using it. When he woke up, he found that the game had become much more realistic, and he had been transformed into a cute girl. Arriving in Alcait, he learns that 30 years have passed since his disappearance. Tasked by King Solomon with finding the other missing mages, the dedicated role player adopts a new identity—Mira, the disciple of the Wise Man Dunbalf—and sets out on a journey to carry on his legacy.

In "Princess Connect! Re:Dive Season 2," the Gourmet Guild members—Yuuki, Kokkoro, Pecorine, and Karyl—carry on with their quest to sample every tasty dish across the land. Yet, as they journey onward, the enigmas surrounding Yuuki's lost recollections, Karyl's loyalties, and Pecorine's lineage start to converge, appearing to shape the very core of their reality.

This film is the sequel to Sword Art Online: Progressive - Hoshinaki Yoru no Aria. Though it appears to be a game, it is not something meant to be played. The first VRMMORPG, Sword Art Online, transformed into a deadly game where death is real. More than a month has elapsed since ten thousand players were confined within its virtual realm. Asuna, having conquered the first floor of the floating iron castle Aincrad, teamed up with Kirito and pressed onward toward the highest floor. With assistance from the information broker Argo, their floor-clearing efforts appeared to be proceeding without issue—until tensions explode between two guilds that ought to be cooperating: the elite ALS (Aincrad Liberation Squad) and DKB (Dragon Knights Brigade). Meanwhile, a shadowy figure manipulates events from behind the scenes. Amid this deadly struggle, an unexpected attack—one unlike any prior danger—draws Asuna and Kirito into its path.

In Hinomoto, humans have lived under the illusion of peace for 150 years, controlled by demonic deities who secretly enslave them. Musashi spends his days mining for these beings, but harbors a hidden desire for freedom, believing the samurai are humanity's only hope. He hides his true feelings, growing apart from his childhood friend Kojirou Kanemaki, until graduation. When Musashi starts working at the mine with his peers, he is horrified by the brutal conditions and suspicious overseers. Yet he endures with Kojirou's support. After the demon leader wreaks havoc in the quarry, Musashi is saved by the Takeda samurai clan. Renewed with purpose and a thirst for adventure, he sets out to become a samurai and build his own clan.

在寻找隐藏阿伊努人黄金的最终阶段，随着更多危险的越狱犯誓死保护他们纹有刺青的皮肤，赌注变得更高。杉元佐一和阿席莉帕终于能够并肩前行，但阿席莉帕与基罗兰凯和小林役小角共度的时光悄然改变了她的目标，并坚定了她的决心。当他们的队伍离开俄国领土时，他们迎来了一位不同寻常的新同伴。 与此同时，土方岁三的势力在获取珍贵皮肤方面取得了显著进展，却陷入了一个致命的陷阱，这是一个由危险逃犯设下的。尽管每一方都拥有强大的优势，即便是最强且最无情的竞争者——陆军少佐矶澄徳四郎，在没有阿席莉帕的帮助下也无法继续前进。然而，当他俩不可避免地相遇时，他那邪恶的意图仍然成谜。

After bandits killed her parents, Sarasa Feed is taken to an orphanage. There, she discovers her love for alchemy, inspired by the legacy of her late parents, and dreams of starting her own alchemy business. To make this happen, she enrolls in the Royal Alchemist Academy for training and certification. Five years later, after graduating, Sarasa is only one step away from achieving her dream, but she does not have the money to do so. With few other options, she decides to open a small shop in a remote town far from the busy capital. Even though the area is full of dangerous landscapes and wild beasts, Sarasa begins her exciting journey as a novice alchemist.

Fifteen years ago, the ruthless and immensely powerful sorcerer Dark Schneider sought to dominate the world with his army, commanded by the Four Divine Kings. Though he was eventually defeated, his essence was sealed inside the body of a newborn child. Now, Dark Schneider's former allies have reunited with a grim objective: to revive Anthrasax, the god of destruction who nearly wiped out humanity four centuries earlier, in order to create a world without conflict. Their plan requires breaking four seals spread across four different kingdoms. Metallicana, one of these kingdoms, is under attack by the forces of the Four Divine Kings because it holds one of the seals. As the kingdom faces certain defeat, hope rests on Yoko Tia Noto, the daughter of Metallicana's Grand Priest. Yoko knows that her adopted brother, Lucien Renlen, contains Dark Schneider within him and is the key to breaking the seal. With no other choice, Yoko manages to release Dark Schneider, who still retains his malevolent nature. The fate of the world now depends on whether Dark Schneider will side with his former allies or heed Yoko's plea to protect what she holds dear. Convincing Dark Schneider to oppose those he once served may prove an impossible task.

In a world under constant assault by monsters, joining an adventurer team is seen as a prestigious career path due to the fame it brings. A young human warrior named Alvin aims to start his journey by taking on a beginner mission from the local guild. During his quest, Alvin encounters a magical bear and soon finds himself in a dangerous situation. A dark elf healer named Karla appears and offers help, seemingly unaware of the immediate threat. After a confusing exchange complicated by Karla's odd and eccentric behavior, Alvin convinces her to assist. Unfortunately, instead of healing him, she accidentally curses him: if Alvin moves too far from her, he will die. Though bound to stay near Karla until the curse is removed, Alvin remains determined to achieve his dream of becoming a famous adventurer. With this unexpected ally, his path to success may become either easier or harder, depending entirely on Karla's unpredictable nature.

In "Orient: Awajishima Gekitou-hen," after Musashi rescues Michiru Saruwatari from a demon, his companion Kojirou Kanemaki learns that his father had ties to the Uesugi clan. Wanting to uncover more about his past, Kojirou joins forces with members of his own clan to take part in Uesugi's military campaign against Yamata no Orochi, the eight-headed dragon demon that rules over Awaji Island and threatens the surrounding region. As Musashi becomes part of Uesugi's coalition, he confronts the harsh realities of battling powerful demons. Lacking the necessary strength and struggling with teamwork, he is forced to improve his ability to work with new allies. Meanwhile, the Kurogane Eight, who seek the Obsidian Goddess residing within Musashi, resume their pursuit and attempt to disrupt the operations on the island. As chaos escalates, Musashi and his companions must navigate the schemes of multiple factions vying for control over the Obsidian Goddess.

A highly advanced ancient civilization once flourished on Earth, possessing knowledge and scientific capabilities far beyond those of modern humanity. The remnants of this civilization—powerful relics—remain concealed across the globe. In an era where high-speed communication networks span the world and satellites expose every secret, the armies of major nations clash in their pursuit to uncover and research these artifacts, which hold an unfathomable "power." One member of this ancient civilization inscribed a message on a plate: "Protect our relics from evil-doers." Heeding this directive, a single organization seeks to permanently seal away these remnants of the past. The elite secret agents of this organization are known as...Spriggans.

An unaired episode included in the first Blu-ray volume serves as the thirteenth installment of Season Two, part of the Blu-ray boxset for that season. During a break in their travels, Shia requests that Yue, who is adept at magic, instruct her in its techniques. Tio and Myu also wish to participate, but Hajime attempts to prevent them for some reason. Yue's magic lesson then commences. Afterwards, Hajime and his companions decide to take a detour. They arrive at a town filled with numerous clothing shops, and they choose to purchase garments that appeal to Myu. However, what begins there is not shopping, but an exchange of clothing among themselves.

After surviving a harsh childhood, the lone swordsman Guts moves from one battle to the next, cutting down powerful foes with his massive blade. He eventually crosses paths with the mysterious Griffith and his mercenary company, the Band of the Hawk. When Griffith defeats Guts in combat, he takes the swordsman into his group, giving Guts a new experience of belonging alongside others. Alongside the skilled warrior Casca, Guts helps Griffith expand the band's fame and string of victories. As Griffith's military successes grow, he must contend with assassination plots and political schemes. He uses Guts to advance his own ambitions for power, exploiting the fact that the swordsman has no personal goals of his own. Even as Guts and Casca grow closer, his lack of purpose leaves him without a true sense of belonging. Torn by their conflicting desires, both Guts and Casca follow Griffith's dream, but the rising tensions among the three threaten to destroy everything around them.

After the incident, Hajime grew anxious about having to part ways with Myuu as their journey continued. Before their departure, he and his companions remembered the Seven Great Legends of Erisen, but discovered that every record of them had vanished. On their seventh and final outing, Hajime came across a colossal, enigmatic creature and was transported to a realm of ruins. In that abandoned city, while searching for the missing Myuu, Hajime experienced a fortunate and miraculous encounter.

14 years have passed since the Kingdom of Liones vanquished the Demon Clan and restored peace across the land, yet Prince Tristan struggles to master two immense powers: the Demon Clan blood inherited from his father, Meliodas—the Dragon Sin of Wrath and former captain of the Seven Deadly Sins—and the Goddess Clan power from his mother, Elizabeth. When Elizabeth's life is endangered, Tristan flees the kingdom and makes his way to Edinburgh, where Deathpierce—once a member of the Holy Knight group known as the Pleiades of the Azure Sky—maintains his castle. What are Deathpierce's true motives? The gears of fate begin to turn, drawing even the Seven Deadly Sins into the unfolding events.

A two-part new animation released with both Yuusha, Yamemasu Blu-ray/DVD boxes.

Ten years have passed since the Zol Empire conquered Aquafa, but they failed to take Fire Horse Village due to an outbreak of Black Wolf Fever, a disease now believed to have vanished. Van Gansa, imprisoned in a Zol Empire-run salt mine, survives an attack by spirit wolves alongside Yuna. The wolves, carriers of the fever, slaughter the guards, leaving only Van and Yuna alive. Convinced the illness is gone, Van decides to escape and seek a peaceful village with Yuna. However, his history as a fever carrier makes him a target for various factions: some see him as a potential cure, while others want to prevent the fever from being weaponized. This draws Van into a national crisis with consequences reaching far beyond the empire's borders.

Three teenage misfits—Roma, Toto, and Drop—go by the name "Don Glees," a casual label for their neighborhood adventures. After the trio is accused of starting a nearby forest fire, they venture into the woods to clear their names. When their journey takes a disastrous turn, old tensions surface among the friends, forcing them to confront how growing up has pulled them in entirely different directions.

In "Encouragement of Climb: Next Summit," Aoi Yukimura rekindles her enthusiasm for mountain climbing with fresh determination. After Koharu Senjuin invites her to join the school's Mountaineering Club, Aoi considers the offer. Koharu, the club's energetic leader, emphasizes their focus on achieving success in climbing competitions. Though Aoi respects the club's dedication, she initially hesitates to become a member, preferring to maintain her own pace and savor the sport on her terms. Yet, her brief experience with the group leads her to reflect on what truly drives her love for climbing. With encouragement from her friends, Aoi explores the deeper reasons behind her passion for this hobby while preparing for the eagerly awaited second ascent of Mt. Fuji.

In 1985, Ryo Hazuki is raised in Yokosuka, where he learns Hazuki Style Jujitsu under his strict father at the Hazuki Dojo. One day, the mysterious Lan Di murders Ryo's father and steals the "mirror" his father had been protecting. Motivated by a need to understand the reason behind his father's death, Ryo becomes caught up in a struggle involving secret organizations. His journey takes him from Yokosuka to Hong Kong, beginning his long adventure.

Shiloh, a young boy living near the town of Domina, begins to hear enigmatic voices in his dreams that call him to an unknown task. His life is thrown into chaos when he encounters two Jumi, a marginalized race prized for their gemstones, just as a wave of attacks against the Jumi begins. The meaning of his dream is revealed: he must protect the Jumi and their precious jewels.

Prepare for a fresh journey in the expansive and breathtaking Hisui region, the setting of Pokémon LEGENDS: Arceus. Yuki Hodokishi Futaai presents the tale of a boy named Akio and his meeting with a Hisuian Zorua. In his youth, Akio's father taught him that humans and Pokémon are unable to coexist. However, his time spent with the Zorua may reveal an entirely different truth.

While traveling, the Sanzou group encounters a typical ambush by rogue demons, but they soon realize their attackers are actually human. Puzzled by this unusual turn of events, they meet a wandering priest named Hazel Grouse and his formidable protector, Gaty Nene Hawk. Hailing from the distant West, Hazel uses his power to resurrect the dead, offering comfort to grieving communities. Though the villagers appreciate his abilities, the reality behind them is far more sinister than it appears. Furthermore, those he brings back develop golden eyes—a feature also shared by the recent human assailants. It becomes evident that this seemingly benevolent priest has hidden agendas, and the Sanzou team edges closer to uncovering his true motives.

A set of special episodes from the Pocket Monsters anime originally released on Amazon Prime to coincide with the launch of Pokémon LEGENDS: Arceus. After Satoshi, Pikachu, and their companions receive a cryptic signal from the mythical Pokémon Arceus, they reconnect with their old friend Takeshi and travel to Mount Tengan to find out what's happening. There, they encounter a raging Heatran and the culprits behind it—Team Galactic, who were believed to have been disbanded. The group's commanders intend to reopen a gateway between dimensions in order to locate their missing boss. With three Legendary Pokémon and Sinnoh Champion Shirona backing them, our heroes have plenty of allies, but they're going to need every bit of help to protect Sinnoh!

In Throne of Seal's second season, Long Hao Chen unveils his status as a Dual Knight and reaches the finals after triumphing in his temple match. Before the final showdown, each temple holds internal ranking battles to decide their strongest competitor. During these matches, Hao Chen gets hurt, prompting Sheng Cai'er to seek vengeance on Hao Chen's behalf, sparking a clash between the Knight Temple and the Assassin Temple. The situation intensifies until a shocking truth comes to light: Sheng Cai'er is a Reincarnated Saint. The Demon Hunting Team Competition finals begin by splitting the remaining sixty participants into six groups. The top sixteen then battle each other to claim the top three positions, with the victors receiving a spiritual stove as a reward and the right to select their teammates. Aiming to become a powerful knight capable of defeating the Demon Lord, Long Hao Chen strives for first place in the competition to assemble the strongest possible team.

A special Pocket Monsters episode depicting the encounter between Satoshi, Pikachu, and the mysterious boy Haruto.

After civilization crumbles, the only human left and her dog, Haru, trek across a barren wasteland, yet this story avoids the typical bleakness of a doomsday narrative. Haru, a shiba inu with wisdom far beyond his years and the ability to speak, ensures his master never succumbs to post-apocalyptic despair through his witty antics, funny observations, and deep philosophical musings. Although she might be the last girl on Earth, having Haru by her side guarantees that their journey through the apocalypse will never be dull.

In the timeframe of 41 BBY or later, the Force-sensitive youngling Grogu sits meditating beside a puddle, using the Force to ripple the water as leaves drift past gently. As he focuses, a cluster of dust bunnies spots him and begins hopping and swinging around his still form.

In "Doraemon the Movie 2021: Nobita's Space War (Little Star Wars)," Nobita discovers a tiny rocket carrying a small humanoid alien named Papi, who has fled his home planet, Pirika, to escape the oppressive PCIA army. The group, including Doraemon, is initially startled by Papi's miniature size, so they use the Small Light device to shrink themselves and quickly bond with the alien. But their enjoyment ends abruptly when Papi's enemies arrive in a massive whale-shaped battleship, determined to recapture him. Despite feeling guilty about placing his newfound friends in jeopardy, Papi resolves to resist the PCIA forces. To safeguard Papi and rescue his home world, Doraemon and the others set off on a journey to Pirika.

The protectors of the goddess Athena are called the Knights of the Zodiac. One orphan boy, Seiya, has been fated to become the Pegasus Knight. Athena has been reborn into the world, but this time a dark prophecy claims she will lose her war against Poseidon and Hades, causing humanity's downfall. Seiya defies this prophecy and vows to shield her at any cost. However, a god-killing arrow has pierced her heart. To save her, Seiya must climb Sanctuary and overcome the twelve legendary Gold Knights—and he has only twelve hours left. Can he succeed? And if he does, what will become of the dark prophecy?

The enigmatic phantom thief known as the Mirage Queen remains a complete mystery. Authorities and detectives across the globe have no idea about the Queen's age, gender, or the clever methods used in their brazen robberies. Yet, among the few who have met the Queen in person, they are described as a person of strong morals, following a strict personal code and treating theft as a form of art. When word spreads that the Queen's upcoming heist will target the precious gem called the Rose of Linden, the public eagerly waits for the show. But when members of a wandering circus snatch the gem first, a clever battle of trickery begins, one bound to astonish everyone involved.

The 30th Crayon Shin-chan film from Shin-Ei Animation, released in 2022, centers on a woman named Chiyome Hesogakure who asserts that she is Shinnosuke's biological mother. She brings him to a ninja village where her clan uses the secret Mononoke technique to guard a golden stopper in "the earth's navel." If that stopper comes undone, the world's "tomorrow" will vanish. Shinnosuke must discover the truth behind his origins to save the future.

Three sacred relics needed to bring back hololive Summer have disappeared, and YAGOO, the leader of the group, is also nowhere to be found. In response, staff member Friend A (A-chan) assembles the hololive members and sets out on a journey to retrieve the relics, locate YAGOO, and make sure hololive Summer can happen this year as planned. The long-awaited return of hololive Summer... But will this cherished dream be ruined once again? Can the joy of the season be kept from being stolen again? This summer... the girls' adventure begins.

Daniel Arsham and Pokémon have teamed up for a collaborative animated short. The film is directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, the chief director of the original Pocket Monsters anime, and was first presented at Daniel Arsham's "A Ripple in Time" art exhibition held in Tokyo. A one-minute preview was earlier uploaded to Pokémon's official YouTube channel on January 27, 2022.

The 2022 installment of the Duel Masters anime. Win Kirifuda, a 12-year-old duelist from the coastal town of Shirahama, is selected by Jashin to wield the Abyss Royale cards of the Darkness Civilization, drawing the attention of the D4—the world's strongest dueling team—and its leader, Prince Kaiser.