MAL Yearbook 2023

Anime Section

Most Meme-able
Anime that has the most meme potential

Charming Romance
Anime romance that made you feel lonely

Lost in Another World
Anime with world-building that captivated you

Weekly Retreat
Anime that made you feel better after a stressful day

Distinctive Designs
Anime with character designs you won't soon forget

OP/ED Section

Wake Up the Neighbors
OP/ED to blast on full volume and be a menace to society

Comfy Beats
OP/ED to listen to when you just want to chill

Infinite Loop
OP/ED that you can't stop replaying

Character Section

Must Protect
Character who must be protected at all costs

Most Over-the-Top Reaction
Character with the most exaggerated and comical responses

Cutest Couple
Character pair that could not possibly be any cuter

Who's Your Hairdresser
Character with a remarkable hairstyle

Needs a Time Out
Character whose existence is synonymous with chaos

Dynamic Duo
Character pair with the most engaging screen time

Pats Please
Character that you just want to cuddle

Comments

  • I want JJK season 3 early also Undead Unluck is 10/10. I also have high hopes for Dragon ball Daima.

    DanciestSpy

  • Shounen Is the best

    Knight132

  • 2023 Was one of the best years for anime, the Amount of anime that came out that made you feel something inside was truly amazing.

    DesAnimelist

  • I don't know what to write so I can kindly ask if I can win best comment

    qr7077

  • monogatari 2024 woo

    Darth_Kriz

  • Life is just the beginning

    KrulciferLen

  • "Aura, write me a yearbook quote" - Frieren

    ANissanLeaf

  • 2023 was an amazing year . There were alot of amazing and masterpiece anime.

    ABD77_

  • 2023 was not a spectacular year for anime, but during spring season and fall season I had a great time with a decent amount of good shows, so I'm satisfied.

    Donic

  • Years come and go but this year was unique and special (you are my specialz) especially so for the whole anime community as a whole. Many new weebs, veterans were born. At the end of the day whole community and all the anime we watched made our year better. Note: Touch grass tooo

    some_wheat

  • May this year, be without fear. Be a dear, not shedding a tear. Full of hope, love and laughter. 2024 is what we are after. -Lots of love, Babblefish

    Babblefish04

  • 2024 GONNA BE ROMANTIC ANIME YEAR

    retarded_sht

  • idk most of these, whens the slice of life glow up?

    NoUsernamesIKnow

  • i watched like 5% of the options here

    aidan-m

  • Anime was a mistake....., but a welcomed one.

    Asylum0741

  • Spring season was stacked, God damn...

    HinKyto

  • Enjoy your day

    Latansaabada

  • "but he's a guy" I love steins gate :D

    Autystaa

  • i hate mahito

    Yorochii

  • This year’s shows out here reminding me how single I am

    Nerdodivergent

  • the west is saved :3

    Konnichiwa_Init

  • Let 'em cook

    FWB745

  • i hope old anime get their next season

    We_isbee

  • This year was interesting as I only watched a few series.

    xdPurple

  • None of the shows I really liked this year showed up to vote for in anything.

    Anime_God_King

  • It's a good year, at least for me and the Anime community.

    KrakenSTeiN

  • unfortunately this year I couldn't watch all the anime I wanted, I was busy, but I became very fond of the fluffy romantic animes with extra-sweet couples.

    samimomo

  • 2023 actually one of the best year for anime!

    EnthusiastJapan

  • To another great year of anime and manga!

    KNIIGHT77

  • Gravity's bringing us down.

    avlannon

  • Stay Otaku 🫶

    Lil-Focuz

  • you are my special

    __RushiKesh__

  • I am alone the honoured one.

    Dragushevsky1

  • 2023 is definitely one of the best years for yuri animes ✨💖

    great_yarn

  • Sometimes the appropriate response to reality is to go insane. —Philip K. Dick I became insane, with long intervals of horrible sanity —Edgar Allen Poe

    Saltyssnek

  • iT WAS GREAT YEAR

    SmashDTrash

  • The year 2023 was rich in new anime releases, new seasons for anime we didn't expect, I personally, and the anime community too were very surprised by the quality of some anime, the year 2024 will surely be full of surprises like the one we saw the year before!

    MisterScie

  • Throughout Heaven and Earth, I alone am the Honored one!

    Meliodas_007

  • i wanna eat this cake -> 🍰

    kuioko

  • Keep calm and walk your path. If you think you are lost, just remember: You've another episode to catch up this coming week. Stay safe and take care.

    darkj25

  • i enjoyed most of the animes in here!

    wreeen

  • Mahiru istri gw.

    Lixszds

  • Big year for anime!

    Oselote

  • It’s crazy how much can change within a year.

    yvki_ko

  • Frieren GOAT

    Yuthir

  • Hot take the big 3 are all mid, we got mid piece, naruto midpuden, and dragon ball mid

    comas

  • Has been a fun year of anime

    Sri_12

  • Not having Under The Tree in any of the op/ed polls feels like a straight up crime

    NeonNinja1119

  • The more animes we watching,, the more close we reach legendary status "The Wisdom of Weebs"

    JvE18

  • Up’s and Down’s will come but it’s the happy moments that keep you going.

    Sebushi

  • romance da best

    CuteTokki

  • Mugiwaraaaaa!

    Ashenkai

  • Thanks for everything MAL Team <3

    TaurusHehe

  • Great year. Hope next year can continue the greatness.

    xFlameSnowyIce

  • There was a moment this year that I thought I had to much anime for me to handle

    leroymoore_123

  • This year has been filled with so many unforgettable memories and fantastic anime, here's to another great year of Anime! Cheers to the journey ahead!

    HudsonMaguire

  • Looking forward to next anime of the year

    Paulson_No1

  • Mahito, when I catch you mahito

    MomegaMAL

  • An alchemist crafting magic from mundane, a storyteller painting our souls with inspiration. In life's grand narrative, it's not just a chapter; it's the heartbeat, melody, and everlasting friend making the journey extraordinary. Cheers to anime—changing us, one frame at a time.

    Asireveth_

  • dragon ball daima hype!!!!

    KenchMan

  • An amazing year of great shows blessed to be alive

    Sin_Sin

  • Dear Anime industry, Another great job this year. Thank you. I need more anime please. Thank you

    TrayC-3PO

  • "Watching anime feels like a vital part of my life; I can't imagine living without it."

    Madara_Uchiha-

  • Don't put this in the book 👀

    Chitandaki

  • incredible duuuude

    WoodenTapl

  • Anime good.

    NovaFrankA

  • Many great animes came out this year. 👍

    mohd_Ashfaq

  • After the journey and death of some, the tales continue. New adventures rise, and she is there to see and give light to another beautiful, inspiring, emotional and powerful journey with the most beloved characters in an outstandingly well-written story. Frieren is unforgettable.

    luciojb

  • I didn't watch all of these shows, but I know that my favourite got adapted.

    DragonKnight957

  • YOU ARE MY SPECIAL!

    LegacyDaKing

  • If you're not last, you're first

    Tritety

  • Can't we just burn it all down?

    Stagmar

  • “I Am Atomic”

    Noxyasviel

  • when i think of 2023, ill remember the phenomenon that was oshi no ko and jjk s2

    mangaarts73

  • Stand Proud gojo, you are strong

    Dotzerouszen

  • How much satosugu fanfics can one community make?

    JMS1037

  • Thank for publicly your yearbook it's I love it

    Gauatmkumar

  • Hello there! The year 2023 was absolutely amazing but the year 2024 is going to be even better. Goodbye.

    Leehozen

  • Roses are red, Violets are blue, One piece will forever be the best, Achoo!!

    Gorgriano

  • WHY WAS 2023 COOCKING SO MUCH AND MAKING THIS CHOICES SO GOD DAMN HARD

    Ratou1

  • To be real, mushoku tensei s2 also has a good opening so it should be gibven a change. Even oshi no ko/my star has the best openign/ending in 2023 so far acc to me.

    ThunderOP17

  • 2023 HAD THE CUTEST ANIME PETS(AND FAMILIARS ofc). MY FAVS WERE SUI(campfire cooking), YUKICHI( masterful cat), HAKUTOU (my boss is goofy), SATONOSUKE(skip to loafer)etc...

    helloevery-nyan

  • anita max wynn

    jajabinex

  • there is a severe lack of G-witch

    jennesa023

  • (*'ω'*)

    rion34

  • I'm so happy!!!

    Emiliaemy

  • Gacha made me wanna watch more anime. So I did. Didn't loose like in gacha.

    Sallachi

  • When I catch you gege

    ElCapitan1929

  • There were not many options but overall good

    Hritikvaish_77

  • Put an option to change the language in MAL, one also wants to see the reviews/opinions in a language in which they feel comfortable :)

    leonrey08

  • Interesting year but I'm sure next year is gonna be Amazing

    imdp

  • "the ending isn't as important as how you get to that ending" - me ^^

    Depression_

  • A wise man once said "BOMBACLAT"

    No_1Bakha

  • Bond best dog!

    Its_Me_Chia

  • Thanks for so many amazing adventures i had a blast 💕

    Estrellita82

  • Frieren#1🗿

    Madman08

  • First few months of watching anime

    DangerouSam007

  • Daughter, wife, work, studies... And I'm still bringing some good anime with me this year. I hope you don't let go of our beloved otaku culture, even in the most difficult moments of life. Good year everyone.

    RaposaCaramelo

  • Its been an amazing year with anime, glad i could see it

    MrgreatNight

  • ~Don't ever feel ashamed for what people critics your works for....but be proud of the masterpieces you have been working on that catch many of People's heart~ Daichi

    4mirhrth

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