D.Gray-man

Both D.Gray-man and FMA really draw you in with great character development. You really get to know the characters well. While the main characters from each series are different you'll find a lot of similarities between the supporting characters who provide more comic relief and general silliness than any seriousness.

These two series don't relate as far as plot line but the way the stories are told, the timing of the plot, and the character development really make them feel like a great match.

If you liked Fullmetal Alchemist you would like D.Gray-man because they both have the same dark feel to them. I love them both for their action. I would have to say either of these anime should be seen if you liked the other. 

Do you enjoy watching little kids with weird arms beating up people bigger than themselves? That's not all that connects Ed of Fullmetal Alchemist with D.Grayman's Allen Walker. Both anime are action adventure stories set in a world that more or less resembles the real one but with a twist of steampunk or goth. Fullmetal Alchemist and D.Grayman both feature a young protagonist motivated by a dark past to embark on a quest of epic proportions. Both series have a large cast of unique, idiosyncratic characters, and while the tone of the stories are generally serious in nature (lots of fighting!), they both have their fair share of funny scenes.

Young heroes whose childhoods are marked by tragic events, their limbs altered to become weapons, fighting to redress an error in their past: these are the main elements that tie Fullmetal Alchemist and D. Gray-man together. Plus, both series draw a world that resembles ours with some crucial differences, deliberately dabbling in anachronisms. Both have a focus on action that does not hinder character development, allowing for doses of humour to lighten up the mood.

Both FMA and D.Gray-man are about fighting demons, are dark yet comedic, and have characters with special powers. In D.Gray-Man the demons are weaker and come in big waves (there are also a few very strong leaders of course), and in FMA there are a few very strong demons without the big waves of weaker ones.

I think you will like both D.Gray-man and FMA because both of them have a connection with magic (though different kinds of magic). They are about friendship, a lot of courage, and doing something for the world and the people in it.

The similarities between D. Gray Man and Fullmetal Alchemist are incredible. Both are about boys in their teens, ironically both with one non-normal arm that aids them in battle. Each boy practices some sort of magical job (a state alchemist or exorcist).

Both anime follow fairy similar plot constructs, and have idealistic and honorable male leads who can eat like hurricanes. If you liked one there is no way you wouldn't like the other.

D.Gray-man and Fullmetal Alchemist are very similar in many ways. First off, they are both set in a world similar almost exactly like the past version of our own, with just a few fundamental differences (alchemy, akuma, etc.). Their main characters are somewhat similar as well in that they both have really horrible pasts, but try to make their way in the world as best they can anyway. A strong cast of supporting characters also help make these shows what they are (which is excellent).

The only really big difference between these two anime is that D.Gray-man has quite a bit of filler for the first couple dozen episodes, while Fullmetal Alchemist stays on track a bit more. But apart from that, the mood, the setting, and the strength of character and plot in the story is about the same. If you like either one, trying out the other is a good idea.

Both series feature similar protagonists, both young and with mutable physical weapons: Edward Elric's right arm and Allen Walker's left arm both become weapons and utilities on command. Their worlds are very similar, with a strong arcane feel, a mixture of steam technology, and spiritual overtones. Gripping and compelling stories about the lives of people directly affected by the arcane/spiritual permeate both series throughout. I was personally touched by both series and the sacrifices that were made.

Both action packed, not as much as you see in other animes, but with all the story to make up for it, and with nice animation in both of them...

Of course D.Gray is better cause it is still airing, but FMA got that touch you just can't miss too much. Both with a lot of questions, about the characters and the story altogether, that keeps you watching until the end. So, go for it, they are different, but the mysterious powers and dreams of the characters in both stories sure are similar to make it a rec.

Both are about a guy who gains a mystic power, they team up with other with skills to help reach their goals. Both animes ar action packed with parts of comedy too.

Whilst the stories in these two series differ, both of these series have their similarities. Firstly the main characters of each series are young boys with arms that are very powerful and far from normal. However, on a more important level, both of these series have a similar sort of vibe about them with the mix of humour and action that they display. They have serious plots about them, that are interspersed with humour that will make you not only smile, but also laugh out loud at times. if you liked that mix of humour and action in one, then you are sure to like that mix in the other.

both series have just seemed to get better with each episode and have a very deep cast of characters that are portrayed very well throughout the story. Great action and a very solid story that really drags you in.

It's almost as if there is a formula for it: boy with left arm abnormality? check. Alternate take on end of 19th century to beginning of 20th century? check. 2 shadowy groups with their own agenda's? check. Not to mention hilarious character jokes that run the course of the entire series, fantastic story and character developement, killer music for OP and ED. Yes, if you like D.Gray-Man or FMA you will definately like the other, I promise.

D.Gray-man and FMA both have great character development. While the plot is serious, there is that same element of sillyness on occasion, and its very well done.

There are allot of similarities, such as the two lead rolls both have superhuman arms :). The story is very good, allot of dark pasts and a world much like our own, but altered in a few fundamental ways.

Both series have plenty of action, emotion, and humor to capture otaku with interests in all sorts of anime genre, and both shows have a strong, rather humorous protagonist that you can't help but root for whole-heartedly.

Fantastic anime that is for everyone. If you liked D. Gray-man, then you will definitely like FMA because both is about supernatural things that will never happen in this world. Magic and such is not uncommon in this world! Both Edward and Allen will make you laugh. :]

Two shounen animes D.Gray-Man and Fullmetal Alchemist make one of the most obvious matches. Set in the darkness of the early modern fantasy Europe, each of them feature a young boy in the middle of an epic. As other recommenders point out in earlier entries above, there are many, many similarities even in some of the most meticulous details. In large, each of the stories start out slow; darker details are revealed throughout. As the story progresses both Allen and Eric face many inevitable tragedies that make each of them question one's actions in many terms. The heartbreaking dilemmas reveal themselves to Allen and Eric. Meanwhile, cheerful friends from the organizations always add to comic relief and effective drama along the way.

I really think that if you like d.gray-man, you will also enjoy fullmetal alchemist (or vice versa) because: the protagonists are both 15, they are both "drawn into a war" (for edward elric, he is a part of the military, and for allen walker he is an exorcist in the war against the millenium earl) both series focus on developement of the protagonists' characters, and both edward and allen has had a gruesome past. Also, in both series there is also a lot of action, plus ed and allen both have "weird" arms.

The main characters are so alike that it's scary. Both are vertically impared (meaning they're short, which they don't like to be told) and they are extremely gluttounous and both have a 'curse'.

In both animes a lot of exciting things happen, and many battles are fought.

The similarities between D.Gray-man and Full Metal Alchemist are fairly obvious. Both contain a young boy who, after the tragic death of a parent, attempt to bring back the dead and pay a price for it. Both end up joining a special group and using their special abilities as an act of penance, while searching for an item that has world altering significance.

D.Gray-man and Fullmetal Alchemist are full of action, character development and slowly developing but in depth storylines. If you enjoyed one, you should try watching the other.

Both FMA and DGM are dark yet funny tales of searching for something that will make the main characters lives easier and help those around them. The character development in both anime is amazing and will keep you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next. The only downside between the 2 is that DGM as a little bit of filler instead of a continuous adventure. If you liked one check out the other.

Both series consist of characters that fight with special weapons to help maintain peace in society and protect people. In D. Gray-man exorcists fight akuma; in Soul Eater meisters fight pre-kishin humans. Both akuma and kishin are pretty much corrupted human souls. Both of the series are extremely entertaining. They both have characters with similar personalities and are easily comparable, but that by no means makes one more boring, and you won't feel like you're watching the same story in a different way. For example, Komui's love of his sister Lenalee (D. Gray-man) and Maka's father's love for her (Soul Eater); they are very similar relationships yet totally different. D. Gray-man has a more serious darker tone than Soul Eater. Soul Eater provides more comic relief more frequently. In D. Gray-man you might go five episodes without laughing once; with Soul Eater it's hard to last one. Both of the series have great music, characters, and awesome plots. You should definitely give both a try.

If you love the fighting and sense of humor within D.Gray-man than you will truly enjoy Soul Eater. The comraderie and hilarity between friends, as well as action-packed fights, makes Soul Eater an excellent series for anyone who liked watching D.Gray-man.

the art styles seemed similar to me.  they also both deal deal with demons and the supernatural.

The art style of both is very simular but at the time uquine. Both invole humans who fight with werid "weapons" againest the souls of humans who lost their way to the after life.

If you enjoyed one then you should check out the other.

Both series deal with similar problems, the enemys being corrupted-souls of humans in both. Both series are based around the supernatural with the main characters fighting with unique weapons to save the earth from evil; in Soul Eater they fight against Kishin, an evil soul-eating corrupted human; in D.gray-man they fight against Akuma, souls stolen by the Milenium Earl to power evil killing machines.

Though Soul Eater provides more comic relief, and D.Gray-man has a darker feeling to it, if you've enjoyed one the other is a must.

Oddly enough both anime have a dark halloween feel to them yet are filled with laughs. All the characters are very determined to protect their friends and make their bonds stronger while adventuring around to collect important items that they need. If you liked one check out the other.

Claymore and D.Gray-man are both dark and serious, and the characters in each fight demons. The differences are that there is a bit of comedy in D.Gray-man and the characters fight demons with claymores (huge swords), while in Claymore there is no comedy and the characters use special powers.

D.Gray-man is alot like Claymore that the people get split and seperated, losing people they like and then eventually returning to meet each other again. They both also have kickass action scenes that you get to know the character more with each scene.

D. Gray Man, and Claymore share many of the same themes including: Time period, character development, and organization. Not to mention that in both Anime's the monsters are demons who disguise themselves as humans to further their cause of destruction, as they eat their way through hordes of people. Though the action is more nonstop and quick in Claymore, D. Gray Man, doesn't disappoint with the build up into missions, and even the occasional filler.

All in all, if you liked Claymore, you should definitely think of watching D. Gray Man, and vice versa. It's well worth your time.

There is no denying a somewhat similarity between the parasitic Innocence weapons of D.Gray-man and the abilities of Claymores in Claymore. Neddless to say, there is obviously quite a bit of action between the two, and some minor similarity between Claymore's yoma and D.Gray-man's akuma.

They differ, however, in their tone. D.Gray-man remains slightly comedic and child oriented, while Claymore is more grim and gritty. If you liked D.Gray-man but want better action, try Claymore. If you liked Claymore, but want a lighter tone, try D.Gray-man.