Anime that appears alright but turns very VERY dark
We get it, you love Gundam, etc. Now give the rest of the class time to shine.
The world is awful in many ways. These films showcase the way humans are cruel to each other, in all sorts of unique ways. If things in these series can go wrong, they will, and happiness is fleeting
The list is intended for people who really value a story that brings them deep reflection. May they take you out of comfort and make you perceive life in a different way. Not all stories bring an obvious reflection, some animes...
If the anime was never completed, Then you're in luck. You can continue the story by reading the completed manga. This list has basically the same rules as a couple of my other ones, includes anime originally based on a manga, no...
Prepare to cry when you watch these...
Stories where the characters feel extremely out of their depth. Some stories are fantastical mecha or fantasy, some are based in the realities children face every day. 'Children' range from very young to early teens (13-14), but...
The IMO best anime opening and ending songs of the decade (2000-2009), in chronological order.
Anime where a shadowy group of people are watching the characters play (usually deadly) games.
Once you are not a beginner you won't be able to enjoy these anime like a beginner would, so watch these anime before you become an experienced one.