Updated December 10, 2022 by Ernie
When it comes to being selfless, it means focusing less on oneself and putting more of your attention to others around you. It’s an admirable trait that anyone could have because you tend to help other people more. Now you might be wondering if there are any selfless characters in anime! Well, we got a whole lot of those so without further ado, here are our most selfless anime characters!
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MOST SELFLESS CHARACTERS IN ANIME!!
21. Armin Arlert (Attack on Titan: The Final Season)
| Title | Attack on Titan: The Final Season |
| Genre | Action, Drama |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | MAPPA |
| Premiered | 2020 |
| Episodes | 16 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
For our first selfless character, that would be Armin Arlert from Attack on Titan! He is a member of the Survey Corps and the childhood friend of Eren and Mikasa. What makes him selfless is his constant concern towards his comrades. This is always shown when they go on expeditions and face off against Titans.
Add to that his case with Annie Leonhardt. Even though Annie was revealed as the antagonist in the first season, Armin was the one who showed the most concern to help Annie. After Annie was sealed in a defensive shell of ice, it was mentioned that Armin visits her from time to time (Episode 9).
20. Orihime Inoue (Bleach)
| Title | Bleach |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Pierrot |
| Premiered | 2004 |
| Episodes | 366 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
The main healer of the Karakura Team is Orihime Inoue from Bleach! An orange-haired girl and is one of Ichigo’s most trusted allies ever since the beginning of the series. Her selfless actions usually end up risking herself for her allies when they’re in trouble. After she finally discovers her powers, Orihime realized that she now has the potential to protect not just herself but also her friends (Episode 13).
Orihime’s supernatural abilities lean more on the defensive side by creating barriers strong enough to fend off Hollow attacks. She calls this ability the Santen Kesshun which means Three Sacred Links Shield. Other than that, she also has incredible healing capabilities with her Soten Kesshun making her an important asset to the team.
19. Usagi Tsukino (Sailor Moon)
| Title | Sailor Moon |
| Genre | Fantasy, Romance |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Toei Animation |
| Premiered | 1992 |
| Episodes | 46 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Next up is Usagi Tsukino, the main character of the Sailor Moon franchise! As a Sailor Guardian, she has the duty to protect the world from unknown forces with her moonlight attack attributes. Her selfless attribute is already obvious enough to everyone because she is a magical girl.
Usagi cares for the wellbeing of the planet and now she has been given the responsibility to fight with her fellow Sailor Guardians. With her powers of justice and love, she will non-hesitantly take action to risk herself in order to protect her friends in danger. She is also willing to throw her life for the sake of her friends and the planet
18. Shouko Nishimiya (A Silent Voice)
| Title | A Silent Voice |
| Genre | Award Winning, Drama |
| Type | Movie |
| Studio | Kyoto Animation |
| Premiered | 2016 |
| Episodes | 1 |
| Duration | 2 hr. 10 min. |
Shouko Nishimiya from the movie, A Silent Voice, is one of the main characters in the series! She had a traumatizing past when it came to getting bullied by Ishida Shoya and his friends due to her disorder of not being able to speak. But after all those happenings, she never harbored hatred or even became vengeful towards these people. Instead, she blames it on herself due to her condition.
After several years, she meets Shoya again as a changed person who is willing to atone for his sins in the past. Despite their past, Shouko still showed kindness towards Shoya and treated him as if he was her friend.
17. Shinra Kusakabe (Fire Force)
| Title | Fire Force |
| Genre | Action, Supernatural |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | David Production |
| Premiered | 2019 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Shinra Kusakabe from Fire Force is another selfless person that you should know of. Due to him being a pyrokinetic, Shinra has the desire to become a hero to be able to help people from Infernals. Infernals are fire elementals that were once human.
As a member of Company 8, Shinra is a type of guy who’s courageous, intelligent, and always eager to assist others. He also made a promise to his mom when he was five years old that he would one day become a hero, and he is quite proud of this aspiration. That’s why when the situation is dire, he doesn’t think twice and can occasionally be aggressive in battle.
16. Tohru Honda (Fruits Basket)
| Title | Fruits Basket |
| Genre | Drama, Fantasy, Romance |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | TMS Entertainment |
| Premiered | 2019 |
| Episodes | 25 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
From Fruits Basket is a selfless girl named Tohru Honda, the main heroine of the series. She’s an independent and responsible girl because she’s the only one who pays for her tuition fees by going part-time as a janitor. Even though she leads a tiring life as a student, she never fails in becoming an optimistic and kind-hearted person.
What makes her selfless is her strong feeling of empathy towards others as she is always there to assist the Sohmas in overcoming their emotional and traumatic issues without asking anything in return. She’s like a mother and is also quite protective when it comes to her friends.
15. Madoka Kaname (Puella Magi: Madoka Magica)
| Title | Puella Magi: Madoka Magica |
| Genre | Award Winning, Drama, Suspense |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Shaft |
| Premiered | 2011 |
| Episodes | 12 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Madoka Kaname from Madoka Magica is a high-school student who turned into magical girl after sealing a deal with a cat named, Kyuubey. After achieving her dream of becoming a magical girl, she realized that she now has the power to help people in danger.
As for her personality, Madoka is shown as a very sweet girl who does her best to assist and comfort everyone even though she tends to be shy at times. Madoka also feels that the only contribution she can make to the world is by helping other people, making her a selfless girl.
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14. Karin (Naruto Shippuden)
| Title | Naruto Shippuden |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Pierrot |
| Premiered | 2007 |
| Episodes | 500 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Karin was once one of Orochimaru’s allies and a former ninja from Kusagakure. Afterwards, she was eventually recruited by Sasuke Uchiha in his small group of ninjas called Taka. Karinalways comes off as stern and in charge at times, even reaching the point of becoming violent and unforgiving. Sometimes, she can be extremely flirty especially when Sasuke is involved!
As a member of Taka, she is probably the most loyal to Sasuke due to her attraction to him and her willingness to sacrifice herself to save Sasuke from danger. Although Karin mostly serves as the healer for her comrades, she has demonstrated some proficiency in taijutsu and was shown when she got triggered by Suigetsu’s provocation (Chapter 478).
13. Haku (Naruto)
| Title | Naruto |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Pierrot |
| Premiered | 2002 |
| Episodes | 220 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Haku was known to be a very kind shinobi and believes that a person only becomes strong when they have someone to protect. Since Haku has also shown incredible abilities in combat, he restrains herself from killing people as much as possible.
Haku was also known to be very devoted to Zabuza that he would even unhesitantly stand up in front of him just to protect Zabuza and annihilate those who go against him. Just like the time when Kakashi was about to finish Zabuza off with his Lightning Cutter, Haku took the hit serving as a human shield and ended up dying shortly after (Episode 18).
12. Natsuki Subaru (Re:Zero)
| Title | Re:Zero |
| Genre | Drama, Fantasy, Suspense |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | White Fox |
| Premiered | 2016 |
| Episodes | 25 |
| Duration | 25 min. per ep |
After Natsuki Subaru was transported to another world, Lugnica, he meets Emilia and eventually becomes her official knight. Subaru is known to be a loyal type of guy especially to those he cares about and is always determined to offer his help, even if that means going down a difficult path. However, he also tends to not understand some of the situations he encounters, which ultimately causes him to make reckless actions.
His strong perseverance in risking himself to help others is caused by his ability to return back in time after dying. He calls it Return by Death and considers it as his trump card when he is left with no choice but to use it. Although, the only problem in his power is that he doesn’t exactly know what day or time he will come back to after dying.
11. All Might (My Hero Academia)
| Title | My Hero Academia |
| Genre | Action |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Bones |
| Premiered | 2016 |
| Episodes | 13 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
The top Pro Hero and the so-called Symbol of Peace is Toshinori Yagi or more famously known as All Might! He is one of the users of the quirk, One For All, and he uses this ability for the greater good. Other than his amazing reputation, All Might is a kind and wise dude at heart since he believes that having a smile already makes you the strongest you’ll ever be!
What makes him a selfless character is not just because of his heroic achievements in saving people and defeating enemies without asking anything in return. It’s because of his willingness to share his power and he did this to Izuku Midoriya who now also possesses the One For All (Episode 4). Because of Midoriya’s dream of becoming a Pro Hero, All Might gave him the chance of becoming one in order to help Izuku achieve his goals.
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10. Leorio (Hunter x Hunter)
| Title | Hunter x Hunter |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Madhouse |
| Premiered | 2011 |
| Episodes | 148 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Now we go for the top 10 and that’s Leorio from Hunter x Hunter! Initially, Leorio was introduced as a selfish person due to him stating that he only took the Hunter Exam just for its benefits and advantage to possibly gaining a lot of money after he gets his Hunter’s License. This way of thinking led him to constant arguments against Kurapika.
But deep down, that’s actually the complete opposite. Since he’s a doctor, he plans to use his Hunter’s License solely for his profession and that way he will be able to help a lot of people. This just makes him a lot more selfless than we thought he would be!
9. Tatsumi (Akame ga Kill!)
| Title | Akame ga Kill! |
| Genre | Action, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | White Fox |
| Premiered | 2014 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
The protagonist of Akame ga Kill! is the one and only, Tatsumi! Of course, he would be on this list because he’s done a lot for the Night Raid Organization! Tatsumi is a really nice person who simply aspires to see everyone happily live, yet he won’t hesitate to go into battle in order to defend his allies or his friends, if necessary.
His personality changes for a bit as he becomes more attached to his Teigu. Tatsumi will scream and act savagely for a moment while wearing the final form of Incursio’s armor. He even claims that he is able to feel his thoughts going away and changing him into something else.
8. Izuku Midoriya (My Hero Academia)
| Title | My Hero Academia |
| Genre | Action |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Bones |
| Premiered | 2016 |
| Episodes | 13 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Now it’s time to shine for Izuku Midoriya from My Hero Academia! He’s one the most famous green-haired anime characters known by anime fans! Izuku was born Quirkless, but thanks to his inherent bravery and sense of justice, he manages to gain the interest of the great hero All Might and later becomes one of his close students after he enrolls in Class 1-A at U.A. Senior High.
Izuku is a compassionate and emotional type of guy, he doesn’t hesitate to lend a helping hand or save a person in need, even though he is aware that he may not be capable or strong enough of doing so. Despite being an overthinker, there are times when he just instantly decides to save a person when he/she is in danger without considering the possible risks. This fact just made him a certified selfless character.
7. Amane Misa (Death Note)
| Title | Death Note |
| Genre | Supernatural, Suspense |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Madhouse |
| Premiered | 2006 |
| Episodes | 37 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
The female Death Note owner is none other than Misa Amane herself! She was first introduced as a model and one of Kira’s supporters in his twisted way of justice. After she encounters Light, she then chooses the path of devoting her life by aiding him in any way she can.
She was also determined to sacrifice part of her life span to access the Shinigami eye to find out L’s real name, all for Light. I’d say her undying loyalty to him and willingness to do everything for Light is a very selfless act for a person like Misa Amane even though she’s aware that she’s being used by Light himself.
6. Koro-sensei (Assassination Classroom)
| Title | Assassination Classroom |
| Genre | Action, Comedy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Lerche |
| Premiered | 2015 |
| Episodes | 22 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Class 3-E’s homeroom teacher is none other than Koro-sensei of Kunugigaoka Junior High. In his past, it was revealed that he grew up in a setting where anyone could just basically betray each other like it’s nothing. Here he learned that he can’t trust anyone but himself and that is why he became an assassin known as The Reaper.
When he became a teacher, his personality is now a complete opposite of his past and this is where he mostly shows his kindness towards his students. Since he cares for his students’ well-being, he loses his cool every time one of them is in danger. He will do everything in his power just to keep all of his students safe.
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5. Alphonse Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
| Title | Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Bones |
| Premiered | 2009 |
| Episodes | 64 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Now for the 5th placer, Alphonse Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood! After committing the taboo of alchemy, his physical body was taken away and his soul is now stored in a steel armor thanks to Ed’s alchemy. Along with his brother, they go on a quest to search for the Philosopher’s stone and take back the part of their bodies that were taken from them.
Among the two, Alphonse is the calmer and more considerate brother than Ed. Even though he looks intimidating at first because of his not-so-friendly looking armor, he’s actually very kind and cares deeply for the people around him. What makes him selfless is his willingness to sacrifice himself for his brother. Just like what happened in the last episode where Al gave himself to the Gate of Truth so that Ed can fight back (Episode 64).
4. Historia Reiss (Attack on Titan)
| Title | Attack on Titan |
| Genre | Action, Award Winning, Drama, Suspense |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Wit Studio |
| Premiered | 2013 |
| Episodes | 25 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Historia Reiss from Attack on Titan is one such individual who is also selfless. She’s very kind and charming and even some of the major characters get attracted to her looks! Most of the time, she is always seen alongside Ymir and treats her as her closest friend.
Ymir also noted that the reason why Historia is so kind to others is because she wants everyone to know that she’s a good person. This is due to the fact that Historia had a tragic past where everyone rejected her existence, even her family.
3. Itachi Uchiha (Naruto Shippuden)
| Title | Naruto Shippuden |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Pierrot |
| Premiered | 2007 |
| Episodes | 500 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
As for the 3rd is Itachi Uchiha, the older brother of Sasuke Uchiha from Naruto Shippuden. Initially, he was introduced as an antagonist by being a member of the Akatsuki. What everyone knows at the beginning is that he always threatens Sasuke because he wants to be hated by him after what Itachi did to his clan. But deep down, all he wanted was for Sasuke to become stronger in order to survive as the few remaining living Uchihas.
Itachi believed that Sasuke would free him from the sins he had made back when he was an anbu and killed every person in their clan (Episode 455). In order to do that, he took actions which will harbor enough hate in Sasuke and get killed by him in the process.
2. Muhammad Avdol (Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders)
| Title | Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Drama, Supernatural |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | David Production |
| Premiered | 2014 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 24 min. per ep |
Muhammad Avdol is one of Kujo Jotaro’s companions in the third installment of Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, Stardust Crusaders. He is incredibly loyal to the Joestar Family, especially to Joseph Joestar. He will do everything in his power as part of the team to make sure that everyone is safe.
When they were fighting Vanilla Ice, with Iggy and Polnareff, he willingly sacrificed himself for them in order to allow them to recover and escape. This led to his unexpected death in the series (Episode 42).
1. Gon Freecss (Hunter x Hunter)
| Title | Hunter x Hunter |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
| Type | Series |
| Studio | Madhouse |
| Premiered | 2011 |
| Episodes | 148 |
| Duration | 23 min. per ep |
Lastly is Gon Freecss from Hunter x Hunter! Everyone knows who he is because he’s the main character after all. As to what makes him a selfless character, well that’s because he always cares more about his friends rather than himself.
Especially during the time when Killua was having conflicts with his brother. Even though he knows he should stay away from their family problems, he never hesitated in taking Killua’s side as his best friend (Episode 21). That also goes for the other people he encountered in the series. Gon is that one friend who you can always trust and always ready to listen and help you!
CONCLUSION
Now this ends the blog for the most selfless characters in the anime world! If you’re ever interested in some of them then you might as well watch their show or maybe read some more of our interesting blogs in your free time!
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