Recomendations for starting off with anime

[ZevGun]

I haven't watched much anime, outside of some stuff i've watched on Adult Swim (FLCL, NGE, and Paranoia Agent)

I was wondering if anyone would name a couple really good series that any anime fan should watch (if there even is such a thing)
i'm open minded, so don't feel that you have to name something that matches the style from the little i've seen, nor would i be opposed to a lot of filler, as long as it's entertaining.

[ElderKain]

That all depends on what prefrence u like.
Drama, Mecha, School Life, Ecchi, Action, Fantasy, etc...

Every1 has different points of view when it comes to Anime styles. and there isn't one definate answer that every1 can agree on at the same time.

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[ZevGun]

hmm i hoped that wasn't the case.
I'll try any anime at this point. I guess what i was hoping for was for people to post a couple series they love and want others to see

From what i've seen:
i liked the school life of NGE (i think that the spoof near the end, Girlfriend of Steel [right?], and could have been a great show)
comedy and action are always good
I'd prefer something with a plot (plus or minus the ability to grasp it >_>)
scantily clad women are always a plus
drawing style (if that's what you meant) isn't really an issue if i can see what's going on

[ElderKain]

Hmmm, these arn't newer ones, but these have always been my Favorite Animes.
Jubei-chan the Ninja Girl: Secret of the Lovely Eyepatch - [AniDB Info ([Only registered and activated users can see links])]
Jubei-chan 2: The Counterattack of Siberia Yagyu - [AniDB Info ([Only registered and activated users can see links])]
DNAngel - [AniDB Info ([Only registered and activated users can see links])]

Here are some download links for them.
Jubei-Chan 1: [Only registered and activated users can see links]
Jubei-Chan 2: [Only registered and activated users can see links]
DNAngel: [Only registered and activated users can see links]

The above Animes have ur Prefrences also ^.^

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[ZevGun]

thanks, i'll take a look at those

[emersedsin]

Busou Renkin is nice...

[_Devil.Denial]

DearS seems to fulfill the requirements.
Be forewarned though, the plot isn't the deepest, but the characters are developed very well.

[gakidou]

Trigun is pretty good if you're looking for plot....

[Aur0ra]

These dont really fit the category you described, but trying new things can be nice too

A few animes that have an execellent plot are

Code Geass
Higurashi no naka koro ni
Fate/stay night
Darker than black
Mai HiMe
Mai Otome
Tsubasa Chronicle

and a few others that are an entertaining watch such as
Full Metal Alchemist
Full Metal Panic
Gundam SEED

they are just a few of the brilliant animes available :D

hope ive been of help.

[EchelonV]

Gurren Lagann.

Easiest anime to get into I've ever watched.

[z.EST.u]

I guess I would go for School Rumble and Code Geass, I will guarantee that these two will be an enjoyable one(LoveComedy and Mecha)

[Persona01]

Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya - I recommend it for comedy
Kanon(remake) - Comedy with a very good story
Love Hina - romance comedy harem.
He is my Master - Comedy with a bit of ecchi
School Days - ...
Onegai Teacher
Persona Trinity - Soul
Myself, Yourself
Goshuushou-sama Ninomiya-kun
All of the Da capo series

All of this except for Persona are Comedy. I know many more but this is the only ones I can remember right now. Anyway I hope find the animes you like

[CrimsonDrx]

Well if you like hand to hand combat type of violence and exploding clothes then Tenjho Tenge and Ikkitousen are OK. I personally prefer the art of Tenjho Tenge more, plus it also has more comedy.

[HackingLegend]

You should watch Code Geass

[tvesrb]

I recomend

Ergo Proxy
Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad (dub version)
Raxephon
Witch Hunter Robin
Welcome To The N.H.K.
.hack//Sign(Dot Hack Sign)
Gungrave
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
Seto no Hanayome
The Melancholy Of Haruhi Suzumiya
R.O.D.

[Simcoe98]

Cowboy Bebop is a pretty good series with action and comedy

[buygasnao]

School Rumble and Hayate no Gotoku if you feel like watching some slice of life comedy that's random

[SMG666]

Fighting/Action:
Bosou Renkin, Bleach, Naruto, Full Metal Alchemist, KARAS, Samurai X, X-TV,
Rurouni Kenshin, Hellsing, Vampire Hunter D : Bloodlust

Mecha:
Gundam Seed, Gundam Seed Destiny, Neon Genesis Evangelion

Romance/Comedy:
Ah! My Goddess, AzuManga Dioh, Final Approach

[Raverx9]

Okay who brought this back to life?

This was posted 7 months ago I don't even think the original creator of this thread comes here anymore

[Zetsubou-san]

Bleach or Naruto... why not.. everyone's doing it XD

[Plun]

Naruto
Bleach
One Piece
D.Gray Man
The Law of Ueki
Zatch Bell
Kateikyoushi Hitman Reborn
Full Metal Alchemist
Hunter X Hunter

[ChaosGriever]

You should also try Gintama and Sword of the Stranger

[Wolf1359]

Take a Look at Fullmetal Alchemist its a very good and well rounded Anime I think you will like

[Wolf1359]

I haven't watched much anime, outside of some stuff i've watched on Adult Swim (FLCL, NGE, and Paranoia Agent)

I was wondering if anyone would name a couple really good series that any anime fan should watch (if there even is such a thing)
i'm open minded, so don't feel that you have to name something that matches the style from the little i've seen, nor would i be opposed to a lot of filler, as long as it's entertaining.


How did you like FLCL?

[guitarfreaks]

Well I'm not sure if these will fit in exactly to what you're looking for but Tsukihime is pretty good. FMA, utawarerumono and X TV kinda fit into what you're looking for too but not really.

[Julia Warvick]

Drama, Mecha, School Life, Ecchi, Action, Fantasy, etc...

[lilkirby]

dragon ball z?/////////kai....

[SENIOR S]

EchelonV Gurren Lagann.

Easiest anime to get into I've ever watched.

True on so many levels. The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Lucky Star, K-ON, Soul Eater, Gundam (Franchise), and depending on if you like ecchi, To Love Ru.