While it may be impossible to achieve true perfection in real life, in the world of anime, it’s much more attainable. It’s still rather rare to find a character that many fans deem as truly “perfect,” as many anime characters arepurposely flawed to achieve a level of reliabilitywith viewers. However, every now and then, there are characters that are difficult to find fault in.
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“Perfection” is a subjective term, but this list will include any characters that are exceptionally multi-talented, well-liked, morally just, enviable, or just plain allergic to failure of any kind. Here are some of the most perfect characters in the world of anime.
Updated February 7th, 2023, by Christine Mendoza:There are varying definitions of perfection, and at the end of the day, there are many ways a character can achieve it. Being “perfect” can mean wildly different things to each individual, whether it be valuing displays of intelligence,feats of strength, or acts of kindness. Depending on what one prioritizes, the definition of “perfection” can waver greatly. In order to account for different kinds of perfection, a few new entries (some fresh faces from new series and familiar faces from classic titles) have been added to account for any characters that may qualify for the title of truly perfect.
14Deku (Izuku Midoriya) — My Hero Academia
The story ofMy Hero Academiafollows Izuku Midoriya and his journey to becoming a hero. What some fans tend to forget is that the story is being told retroactively, from an older Deku in the future, already sitting pretty as the Number One hero in the world.
Deku has it all, not only when it comes to being the perfect protagonist but also the perfect hero: a kind heart and unmatched power. At the moment, the anime’s current version of Deku is still learning and definitely needs some time to adjust to his new-found power. However, the audience gets the privilege of knowing for a fact that at one point, Deku will not only have his heart of gold but also full and complete control of every single quirk inherited fromevery single One-For-All user.
In terms of both kindness and strength, there is just no hero that can compete with Izuku Midoriya.
13Gojo Satoru — Jujutsu Kaisen
In the world ofJujutsu Kaisen, there’s not a single sorcerer that is willing to go toe to toe withspecial grade jujutsu sorcerer, Gojo Satoru. Gojo is the kind of guy that seems to have it all. On top of having loads of money, dashing good looks, and a few (or perhaps more than just a few) fangirls, he’s also got immense strength.
Gojo may seem a bit arrogant at first, but it’s difficult to fault him for talking big when he’s perfectly capable of backing up any trash talk he dishes out. Gojo is the first sorcerer in the last few hundred years to have inherited both the Limitless technique as well as the rare ocular Six Eyes technique. These special jujutsu techniques are inherited from family and are often bound by bloodlines. It seems as if Gojo isn’t just perfect but also lucky as well!
12Light Yagami — Death Note
It may seem a bit troublesome to refer to Light as a “perfect” character, but to all those around him, his life did seem to be just that. In the case ofDeath Note’s Light Yagami, his version of perfection existed merely on the surface.
To others, all they saw when looking atLight Yagami was a straight-A student, a talented athlete, and a handsome ladies' man. If it weren’t for the audience having access to behind-the-scenes and knowing about Light’s merciless plans to take over the world as Kira, Light would simply pass for a model student; and, later, a dedicated detective. Perhaps if Light never came across the power of the Death Note in the first place, he would have eventually had a perfect life, not just on the surface.
11Loid Forger — Spy x Family
Loid Forger, codenamed Twilight, is an undercover spy working for the Westalia Intelligence Services' Eastern-Focused Division (also known as WISE) in the world ofSpy x Family. In a mission to investigate politician Donovan Desmond, Twilight (real name unknown) has taken thealias of Loid Forger, the doting husband to Yor Forger and caring father to Anya Forger.
While not much about Loid’s past is known, who he is in the present day could easily be seen as perfection. Loid is the best at what he does as a spy; he’s strong, talented in hand-to-hand combat, an excellent marksman, and incredibly intelligent.
On top of his expertise as a spy, putting Loid’s job aside, he also clearly has it in him to be a good father one day. Even though his life as Loid Forger is merely a ruse, it’s clear that Loid still cares about Yor and Anya and wishes to protect them regardless of his job description.
10Makima — Chainsaw Man
The elusive leader of the Devil Hunter Public Safety Organization seems to have everyone around her wrapped around her finger.Chainsaw Man’s Makima seems to be the very definition of perfection. Aside from her entrancing beauty andmysterious yet charmingpersonality, Makima is the kind of character that just can’t ever be caught slipping up under pressure.
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In just about any situation, Makima is never stressed, scared, or worried; she always seems to have everything under control at all times. When it comes to power, leadership, and capability, Makima is perfection. No human nor devil is strong enough to make the mysterious Makima break a sweat.
9Korosensei — Assassination Classroom
Korosensei may technically beAssassination Classroom’s antagonist, but it’s difficult for the other characters (as well as fans) to bring themselves to dislike him! When it comes be being an unkillable assassination target,Korosensei couldn’t be any better at his job. While he may be Class 3-E’s homeroom teacher, his job as the class' target is the series' main focus.
Korosensei may have a few natural weaknesses, but his superhuman levels of strength, speed, intellect, reflexes, and senses make him a force to be reckoned with. In addition to his skill, Korosensei has a warm, goofy personality that anyone would let their guard down around!
Anos Voldigoad is often described as an “anti-heroic protagonist,” but that doesn’t stop him from embodying perfection when it comes to power, magic, and skill. Many of the series' gags play off ofAnos' overpowered abilitiesas the feared Demon King. It doesn’t matter what kind of amazing abilities his opponents have up their sleeves; it always ends up with Anos not simply besting them but absolutely destroying them in battle.
Only the famous Anos Voldigoad could win a sword fight with a simple branch or use a low-level elemental spell to win against the most powerful sorcery. Aside from his perfect proficiency in magic and combat, his levels of brute strength are unmatched as well. When it comes to a fighter, no one in the world ofThe Misfit Of Demon Academycan come close to being as well-rounded as protagonist Anos Voldigoad himself.
7Alphonse Elric — Fullmetal Alchemist
Older brother Edward may be the main protagonist ofFMA,but Al is much closer to the idea of a “perfect” anime character. Al is incredibly talented in a plethora of different ways. Not only is he an expert alchemist, but he’s also an amazing combatant due to his skill level, his invulnerability to extreme temperatures, inexhaustible stamina, invulnerability to bullets, and even moreadvantages that his suit of armor grants him.
Al isn’t just perfect in the field of combat; he’s also a perfect gentleman. He’s one of the most selfless characters in the series, not to mention one of the most intelligent as well. Edward may be the more skilled alchemist, but in the end, it’s Alphonse’s well-rounded abilities and likeability that make him the true best boy of the series.
6All Might — My Hero Academia
All Might, despite currently being retired, still remains the true symbol of peace for many citizens in the world ofMy Hero Academia.In his golden years, All Might was the epitome of the perfect hero, not only to the citizens within the anime but also to the fans of the show. All Might is a perfect hero: he’s got power, a huge heart, and a kind personality as well. Even after citizens witnessed him in his “deflated” form after his incredible fight with All For One, the general public stayed on his side and still respected him for the hero he once was.
Even after passing the torch, the mighty Endeavor felt burdened to carry the weight of being the hope and light of the people. It speaks volumes about All Might’s character that someone as powerful as Endeavor is still not warmly welcomed by the general public as a true symbol of peace.
5Saitama — One Punch Man
The protagonist ofOne Punch Manseems almost burdened by his perfection. As the title of his anime implies,protagonist Saitama can defeat any monsteror villain alike, all with a single punch. In the realm of heroes, Saitama is a perfect one. After his tough training regimen of a hundred sit-ups and push-ups every day, Saitama achieved the uncanny ability to win any fight he participates in with a single move.
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On paper, Saitama may sound like the perfect hero, being undefeated by any evil forces; his only real downfall comes from boredom. Saitama’s perfection is what takes away the thrill he once felt during a fight. Perhaps perfection has its negatives as well.
