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The god Mauser delivered unto a world of magic a prophecy: if the Scrapped Princess is allowed to live, she will destroy the entire world. But the knight who was to kill her could not end the life of a newborn child, and so she lived. Fifteen years later, her adopted brother and sister have sworn to protect her, and together they travel from town to town, searching for a life she can't have.

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Fullmetal Alchemist

Alt titles: Hagane no Renkinjutsushi

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Once upon a time, two brothers passed the happy days of their childhood by studying alchemy, which is governed by the equal transfer principle: an eye for an eye -- you can't get more than you give. But these brothers tried to defy that law, and a horrific accident resulted. Now, the older brother, Edward, is called the Full Metal Alchemist because of his metal limbs, and the younger, Alphonse, is a soul without a body, trapped within the confines of an automaton. Together they search for the power to restore themselves, to find the lives they lost so long ago...

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Psychopath
If you liked the crossover between magic and technology in Scrapped Princess, you will probably like FMA too. Alchemy is in itself an elaborate science, which can be used to perform super/inhuman acts. Pacifica shares a strong bond with her brethren, so do the Elric Brothers. In FMA, Edward and Alphonse Elric struggle to regain what they have lost for making a terrible mistake, and are seeking the power to correct, what has been lost to them, just like Pacifica seeks a home, in a world completely hostile to her. In general, you should consider watching FMA, even though it is a mega series, since the overall feel of those two series is very similar. Deep contemplatory scenes are paired with action-packed fighting sequences and lots of character developement. Actually you can't really go wrong with FMA, so watch it! Right NOW!
VivisQueen

I would recommend these two anime for the fact that they approach fantasy worlds in a similar fashion. Firstly, they share the theme of sibling love conquering all. They both also present a unique technical twist to 'magic' e.g. there is balance in alchemy in Full Metal Alchemist, which must be calculated, and then there is the interesting web-like look of magic in Scrapped Princess, where the caster's skill at chanting the commands affects the magic. Both anime also maintain strong tragic undertones throughout which keep them from veering into the realms of silliness. FMA is far more of an epic than Scrapped Princess, with a bigger host of in-depth characters, but if you like the approach in one, you'll like the approach in the other.

CodeWordChobits
A journey searching for something that seems unattainable, with the aid of magical powers and all kinds of strange people met along the way. These series are not exactly mirrors of each other but they both have a lot of darkness and leave you feeling sad for the chars alot of times. You just want them to finaly get what they have been searching so long for.
Reawen

Scrapped Princess and Fullmetal Alchemist are both about families (siblings) who stick together to overcome all obstacles. In both stories, the siblings have encountered a lot of tragedy and have done something society deems "wrong" for the sake of family. The Casull siblings and the Elric brothers are both traveling throughout the series, and encounter many new people and beliefs along the way. Although there is a lot of adversity, they also meet people along the way who befriend and support them, despite their 'wrong'-doings. Both series also have elements of fantasy, magic (although Fullmetal Alchemist refers to alchemy as science), and solid fighting skills. Fullmetal Alchemist is longer with more twists and in-depth sub-plots, but Scrapped Princess doesn't slack in the story-line, and fits a lot into its 24 episodes. I think if you liked one, it's worth checking out the other.

MonkeyZerg

If you liked the magic, the fantasy, and epic scale of events depicted in Scrapped Princess, then be sure to watch Fullmetal Alchemist! Fullmetal Alchemist is an involving tale that follows the journey of two brothers and their struggles as they find their place in a beautiful, terrible world. Just like in Scrapped Princess, Fullmetal Alchemist's young protagonists bring the viewer insight into a deeply political and conflict-ridden plot, its twists and cliffhangers, and all the while with freshness and innocent hope. Both are fantasy must-sees!

yuujin

First, "Scrapped Princess" and "FMA" share a similar kind of magic power, although in Scrapped Princess you don't have to draw circles.

Second, both leading characters are somehow cursed and wanted by the baddies.

Third, the number of episodes in the series, jokes and drawing style are almost the same, so if you watched one of them, you won't get bored watching another one.

dreaming0

The characters in Scrapped Princess and FMA are depicted on a journey where secrets about the past and present are revealed. The combination of fighting and magic provide fast-paced action, and the character development for both stories is good. If you like the animation in one, you will probably like the other because they are from the same studio.

Cetonis

Fullmetal Alchemist and Scrapped Princess are two fantasy series centered around a group of siblings who go on a journey seeking a return to normalcy. For the Casuls it's because Pacifica is being hunted, and for the Elrics it's because their bodies are no longer human. Both main characters have some difficulty in morally justifying their actions, and in both anime the siblings find themselves becoming involved in something that goes well beyond their simple wish. Although Fullmetal's added length makes it the deeper and more complex of the two, Scrapped is by no means simple. Fans of one of these shows should feel right at home watching the other.

skarlet13

Blood is thicker than water, even when you shed it for family. FMA and Scrapped Princess show us the importance of brother/sisterhood, while weaving epic plotlines and revealing truths about their worlds that only their unity will help them overcome.

nax

A strong tragic undercurrent is felt in both SP and FMA. The main characters both have a lot of pain built up inside. Another factor is the strong bond between the siblings, causing them to fight for each other.

Last Exile

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In the world of Prestal, Noble men perform noble deeds for noble purposes. All of this is performed under the careful gaze of the Guild, a race apart who live in cities in the sky. We see this world through the eyes of Claus Valca and Lavi Head, as their travels take us above, beyond and through Prestal, and their actions cause ripples that shall never fade.

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kaz
Claus and Lavi's struggles are in every way just as enthralling as the journey of Pacifica and her adopted siblings. Whereas Last Exile has more of a serious tone with its earthy colors and background of heartless wars, Scrapped Princess demands the viewer's attention with its vibrant, lush depictions of swords, sorcery, and Pacifica's love/hate relationship with her brother.
VuTang
Wonderful anachronisms in both series; airships and imperial European battles in Last Exile, magic and lost technology in Scrapped Princess. All in all, both seem to have an overarching theme of defying fate.
bitxboi
Friendship, love and faith are interlaced in these two animes to offer us two of the best stories of these last years.Together this with the visual wonder of the landscapes and the greatness of their battles,make Last Exile and Scrapped Princess essential in our anime collection.
TheBurningCrow
Man if there are ever 2 series that make you constantly wanting to watch the next episode, it's Last Exile and Scrapped Princess. Although the stories aren't the same, or the animation, the flow of the episodes and the characters endeavors are very captivating and you get sucked in, even if you don't want to. YOU MUST WATCH BOTH OF THESE SERIES!
Lothar
Altough they are different genres of anime, I feel that if you like either one of these series, you will also like the other. Love and friendship is an important subject in both series and the characters fight for what they believe in and try thier outmost to protect people dear to them. They are both a bit sad but still beutiful and once you've begun watching you never want it to end.
sublime
Being totally different genres of anime doesn't stop me from recommending fans of Scrapped Princess to see Last Exile and vice versa. Excellent captivating plots and characters you can empathise with means you'll always be eager to find out what happens next.
neutrino

Both Scrapped Princess and Last Exile involve a great world that is mysteriously closed off, yet it contains clues to a greater "outside". The story in each is set against the backdrop of an imminent war; enemies and friends are made on both sides. There is a power to be discovered and the decisions the main characters make about it will affect the rest of the world.

Stellvia of the Universe

Alt titles: Uchuu no Stellvia

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It is the year 2356 AD, 189 years after a shockwave from a distant supernova decimated the Earth. Since that fateful day, humanity has begun training for a final mission to protect the planet from the inevitable oncoming 2nd shockwave - a mission whose failure means the annihilation of mankind. For Katase and her friends, their training at the foundation Stellvia is just the beginning of an adventure that could lead to saving the world, or seeing its end...

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Carrot
The pacing is very similar in how they handle comedy/serious transitions. Although Stellvia is sci-fi and Scrapped is only sciantisy the feeling of emotion in both series holds a connection. Watching the two back to back is good for the soul.
sothis
Scrapped Princess takes place in feudal times, while Stellvia takes place in space. However, even though the environments are much different, I got the same kind of feeling watching both series. Both have a somewhat stubborn female lead, who grows and matures given hardships. Both have a very unique mix of comedic and action/drama filled situations. Both made me laugh out loud at times, and both DEFINITELY made me very anxious to watch the next episode. It's hard to explain why I recommend these two series together, but watch an episode of both and see what I mean.
kaz
Scrapped Princess and Stellvia of the Universe have completely different premises, completely different settings, and yet both are extremely captivating series because of their endearing characters and the inter-character relationships.
TheBurningCrow
I feel these series had a very similar tone overall, they had that serious, but "not-too-serious" feeling to them. The characters also were very developed and you would attach to the 2 main characters rather easily. Also, as I was watching, the episodes would just fly by and I wanted to always watch the next one.
TheFluff
Recommending Stellvia and Scrapped Princess for each other may seem a bit far-fetched, one being pure sci-fi and the other being mostly fantasy. Nevertheless, both have a very similiar feeling, especially when it comes to cuteness factor, mix between humour and seriousness and, of course, the oh-no-I-can't-sleep-yet-gotta-watch-just-one-more-ep-feeling. The main characters are also a bit similiar - Shipon and Pacifica are both special but neither wanted fame or adventure. The sidekicks are also very nice in both series, Stellvia having Shipon's classmates and Scrapped Princess having Pacifica's siblings and friends. In conclusion, both series are very nice, lighthearted stories about meeting challenges with the help of friends. If you liked one, you will very probably enjoy the other.
sublime
Whilst the plot and premise of Stellvia and Scrapped Princess are quite different in comparison, one thing they do share is the ability to draw you into their respective stories. The genres whilst being totally different, paint a vivid picture and keep you enthralled throughout.
wotnarg

Both of these series have a very similar feel -- they both have a sunny, cute, and slightly foolish protagonist that has to face very serious problems -- however, they both have close friends to help them.

Additionally, the animation and overall "feel" of the series seems stylistically very similar.

Twelve Kingdoms, The

Alt titles: Juuni Kokki, 12 Kingdoms

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Yohko is nothing but ordinary. Throughout her life she has been considered an outcast, especially with a hair color not native to many in Japan, bright red. Things change for Yohko when a mysterious man named Keiki arrives and claims that she is his empress. Yohko and two friends are then taken through a vortex, and then abandoned.. in a world of demons and magic.

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tac0

Juuni Kokki, while much more serious, shares many things in common with Scrapped Princess. They both feature a young female who comes to terms with who she is. Both of these titles are centered around a fantasy world (Juuni Kokki much more 'traditional') and are hard to stop watching.

JumpMaster13

Both fantasy series have as protagonist a young woman around whom apocalyptic forces rage. In the case of Twelve Kingdoms, Youko Nakajima is an outsider in our world, and must work to find her place in a fantasy version of China, while preventing death and destruction in that world. In Scrapped Princess, Pacifica Cossul is an outsider in her own world, yet must also find her purpose in life and prevent dark forces from causing harm to those in her world.

What makes both of these series great -- and the thread that makes them similar -- is the young women at the center of the story, who, if not always strong in their decisions and actions, are strong enough to grow and adapt and eventually meet their destinies head on. If you like one, it's hard to see how you won't like the other.

Xen

Both Twelve Kingdoms and Scrapped Princess involve classic rags-to-riches scenarios with generous doses of magic and fancy swordplay. They are a must for all fantasy buffs!

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lovelyduckie

Both heroines are rightful chosen rulers of fantastical/exotic lands. Yet, both are inhumanely and relentlessly hunted by those that oppose their existence. Both series focus on the heroines as they battle to survive and how this fight for survival affects themselves and those around them. It should be noted that in Twelve Kingdoms Yoko is often alone, while Pacifica from Scrapped Princess has steadfast and loyal traveling companions that support her throughout the journey.

Scythia

Both Twelve Kingdoms and Scrapped Princess feature strong female protagonists in a fantasy setting.

Twelve kingdoms features a little more heavily on the overall political struggles than scrapped princess but both stories have deep character development and good animation.

Barrowight

A princess gathers her friends against seemingly insurmountable odds in an intricate world with plenty of secrets to uncover. These anime are fairy tales with a little modern spice. If you look carefully, there's even some commentary on the real world.

Chrono Crusade

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It is the early 1920s, and New York City has a problem of evil proportions -- demons. With devil worshipping on the rise, foul spirits and monsters have begun to surface, causing fear and panic. Now, it is up to two members of Magdala Monastery's professional exorcist squad to help bring peace to the city, and destroy the demons with God's power (and bullets!). Join Chrno, a young demon, and Sister Rosette, his contractor, as they try to keep the city clean, while confronting the demons (no pun intended) of their past.

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XMrNiceguyX
I both series religion is an important part of it. Wihle you have demons and apostels in Chrno Crusade, you have peacmakers and priests in Scrapped Princess. In addition to that: Both series have the same ammount of humor and serious parts. If you liekd scrapped princess, but want something darker and somewhat more realistic, check out Chrno Crusade. If you like the fantasy genre and like Chrno Crusade, you will probably like Scrapped Princess too
Yenya
Both Chrno Crusade and Scrapped Princess have a religious background, but I think they are even more similar in mood, mix of action and romance, and maybe animation style as well.
freakzilla
Both series have a heavy religious side. Chrno Crusade tends to the christian side, Scrapped Princess is pure fiction. Though they do feel alike. You'll definitely like the other one, so go try it ;)
DistMan

The overall feeling of Chrno Crusade And Scrapped Princess is kind of similar, and that is the main reason as to why I've made this recommendation. The story worlds are different but they both touch upon religious themes and the protagonists both carry a burden and have quite the similar attitude.

foltor

Though they're in completely different genres, Chrono Crusade and Scrapped Princess are very similar structurally and thematically. They start simply with a basic premise, but then an ancient prophecy and a religious conspiracy are unveiled that force the characters to find unexpected allies and reevaluate their understandings of themselves and the value of life.

Pacifica Cassul and Rosette Christopher are similar characters; they are annoying and endearing at the same time, are ineffectual and optimistic - blonde, if that makes any difference.

MrsickVisionz

Both Scrapped Princess and Chrono Crusade are heavy on comedy and feature a decent amount of action. They also deal heavily with the occult. The lead characters have highly optimistic views on life despite the bad hand they've been dealt. Both shows can be saddening at times as well.