Top 10 Dragons in Anime (January 2021)

Greetings, young Dragon ! Dragons have always held an important place in Japanese folklore , so it's no surprise that we can find these mythical creatures in the magical world of anime. What is surprising, however, is that the majority of these mythological monsters that appear in these manga are based on the Western representation of these animals: enormous flying lizards that breathe fire and reduce entire cities to ashes .

What is even more shocking is that most of these depictions of dragons in anime do not always leave a lasting impression; whether they are European or Japanese dragons , we are really left with only a handful of "good" dragons.

Today, I'm going to present my (subjective) selection of the most epic and memorable dragons in anime history! My choice was based on aesthetics, power, charisma, and other criteria such as emotion.

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10. Haku (Spirited Away)

"Spirited Away" is one of the most popular animated films of all time, with numerous nominations and awards to its credit. It's a beautiful story, and a wonderful adventure in which we meet the charming Chihiro and the mystical Haku , who has the ability to transform into a majestic Japanese Dragon .

In its Water Dragon form, Haku It resembles the typical Asian Dragon , it has an enormous body resembling a Snake , long whiskers, no wings and beautiful green hair on its head and back. Even though he spends most of his time as a human, his dragon form is so epic that I had to include him on the list.

9. Blue-Eyes White Dragon (Yu-Gi-Oh)

One of the most powerful and iconic monsters in Duel Monsters, and certainly the most famous and emblematic Dragon in the Yu-Gi-Oh series, the Blue-Eyes White Dragon could not be left out. It is an absolutely majestic and unique creature .

Despite its name, the beast's body is covered in light blue metallic scales . As the card description states, "this legendary dragon is an engine of destruction" and " is virtually invincible ." This reflects the powerful and catastrophic nature of a true dragon.

8. Hyorinmaru (Bleach)

Hyorinmaru is the spirit of Toshiro Hitsugaya's Zanpakuto (sword) in the Bleach manga, later taking on a humanoid form. Its appearance is similar to that of an Ice Dragon ; I find it very charismatic and powerful.

Hitsugaya then explains that he doesn't have to wait for water, because Hyorinmaru is the most powerful ice-based Zanpakuto , and all water is his weapon and all of the sky is under his command.

7. Charizard (Pokémon)

Nostalgia, how it grips us... Wherever a red version of Pokemon features its star Dragon, Charizard 🔥. It is part of the final evolution of one of the symbolic " starter " models of the first generation. 

The powerful Pokémon of Type Dragon became one of the first favorites among players, partly because its stunning graphics never fail to attract attention, and because this Pokémon The Fire-type was one of the most powerful beings in the game. Compared to other Dragons, it's not the most stylish, but if you grew up with Pokémon , he will have certainly a special place in your heart .

6. Peterhausen (Demon King Daimao)

Peterhausen is an awe-inspiring beast who has awakened after a hundred-year slumber. His powers are terrifying, and he seeks an equally powerful master to guide him and together conquer the heavens.

Peterhausen only thinks about decimating entire cities and fighting the most powerful adversaries. However, this enormous and terrible dragon has a sensitive side. He became jealous of his new master's popularity with girls. He's an adorable killer monster!

5. Kaido Dragon (One Piece)

It's hard to have missed the One Piece phenomenon, one of the most widely read and best-selling manga of our time. Kaido is one of the Four Emperors (Yonko), and he possesses the power of a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, which allows him to transform into a dragon at will. His design resembles that of a large serpentine dragon (which reminds us of another famous dragon on the list).

Its Dragon Form allows it to fly through the air at incredible speed; it has the ability to fire compressed air or an energy beam from its mouth powerful enough to annihilate any target opposing it.

He is also considered the strongest creature in the world and commands an army of approximately 20,000 members, over 500 of whom are users of artificial Devil Fruits (Smiles). His clan is called "The Beasts Pirates," and as its captain, he remains greatly feared because he cannot die himself.

4. Acnologia (Fairy Tail)

Acnologia is a powerful Dragon Slayer who can transform into a fearsome dragon. In this form, he is so powerful that he could slice poor Igneel in two. His wings create shockwaves, while his breath can unleash a devastating assault. Nothing can stop this enormous beast.

Its design is very similar to that of Wyrms or four-legged dragons (all European dragons ) , but with a more rounded head, phoenix-like wings, and charming blue spiral patterns on the scales covering its body. I find it to be a brilliant combination of grace and terror.

3. Shooting Star (Records of Lodoss War)

The most powerful of all dragons, Shooting Star , resides in his lair called " Fire Dragon Mountain," where he guards the most important of all artifacts, "the Scepter of Domination." He is a Red Dragon and reminds me a lot of Smaug (from "The Hobbit").

Shooting Star is a terrifying and enormous dragon that inspires both fear and admiration in humans, whom it considers inferior beings. It has the ability to speak and communicate, though it only does so to insult and threaten people. The Shooting Star is undoubtedly a cataclysmic beast that must be stopped, but it should not be underestimated.

2. Bahamut (Shingeki no Bahamut Genesis)

Our list certainly wouldn't be complete without the most terrible and unstoppable of all dragons, the fearsome Bahamut . His very name inspires awe and terror in gods, humans, and demons alike.

Bahamut is the most colossal of dragons. His proportions are titanic; his tail is even longer than his body, and the shadow of his wings can cover an entire city. He exists only to destroy; that is his sole purpose, and no weapon, human, divine, or demonic, can stop him. Dragons are, in general, a symbol of power , and in this sense, Bahamut is a perfect representation of dragons.

1. Shenron (Dragon Ball)

I suppose you already had an idea of ​​who would be at the top of our list. There simply isn't another dragon in anime that's nearly as iconic and legendary as Shenron (and of course, it had to be a Japanese dragon ). He only appears occasionally in the series, but each time it's a major event.

He is one of the most magical and powerful beings, the kind everyone would want to summon. Once all seven Dragon Balls are gathered, Shenron can be awakened from his slumber and watched as he ascends into the sky as the light fades and day turns into night. Then, he will grant any wish made of him. What an epic tale!

This article is coming to an end, I've probably forgotten a lot, but you have the comment space to tell me about your favorite Dragon and give your opinion on this ranking. 

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