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

  • It would be nice if there was a form where people could write their own stories.

    LetifSan

  • I really appreciate the work of all the creators and team for such amazing and entertaining Anime. Kudos to all. ✨

    Stupendonick

  • It's been a long long ...LONG year.

    itsthatoneguyYT

  • nah i'd win

    Fistric

  • I've spent to much time on anime. There are people with more time but that's not a good thing. Still love anime though. For better or worse.

    MissionBlue

  • Dazai~~~Ahhhhh~~~~

    Sanji_Zoro_

  • anime was a mistake.

    jimmyjohns2323

  • It's namami It's namami yeah yeah yeah yeah Bling Bang Bang Bling Bang Bang Born... Bling Bang Bang Bling Bang Bang Born...

    Leesverse

  • I want to end it all

    SkilledEnder

  • The Rising of the Shield Hero is the worst creation humanity as ever made

    EverySomeDays

  • Romance indah tanpa adanya ntr

    Fithraa

  • Miorine and Suletta best couple!

    vetogunner

  • This were some of the most uninspired choices i've seen in recent years lol

    anime_listcat

  • I ONLY AM THE HONORED ONE I HAVE NO ENEMIES

    Geto5678

  • I am slowly encroaching upon this earth.

    Wizoop

  • The time is near, we have to prepare...

    Lobo-uzumaki

  • When a anime has cringe you know it's good for laughs so watch it and everything else and give it a 10✨️.

    JCSL

  • This year was amazing, with incredible shows that surprising all of us, i craving expect the next season of many of them!!

    thelmarb

  • Watch Sonny Boy

    LordBallSackus

  • "Enough farting, we got work to do" -Goodtimeswithscar, S9 EP36

    MissLitago

  • You guys asked for voting in the "weekly retreat" category and that was so hard so choice Because Isekai Nonbiri Nouma Kimi wa houkago inomnia And skip to loafer Are all just very relaxing and feels good while watching!!!

    itsnouralawad

  • No “insert anime you just watched”?

    hectorm1413

  • Life is just the beginning

    KrulciferLen

  • You nerfed all the good options but I still love you

    Cheshter

  • Vinland saga 2 on top

    Keywi

  • +371 anime shows completed +0 women

    Potatosnipez

  • This year best boi is Ryusui from Dr. Stone😎👍🏻

    polar_bear_san

  • When having a mental breakdown just remember "You are my Special".

    Cassiestar88

  • "If you believe your bikini bottoms are panties, then they're panties." -Sensei

    FusionGengar

  • While choosing the options, I realized that I haven't watched anime this year. All the options were foreign to me (°Д°)

    Free_Roam

  • "If you only face forward, there is something you will miss seeing." — "Kiki's Delivery Service"

    Mixxso

  • Bring back Hyouka

    SorryNT

  • Atomic

    CMoff13

  • man, I don't want to go to work af...

    MoChiy

  • Thats my votes for this event and thank u for everything

    Hyoukatokio

  • This is not just a great year for anime watchers who got to enjoy fabulous shows. This year has been a huge step for the conditions of animators and all those who work hard to make these masterpieces. Thank you for this amazing year!

    who_decided-that

  • 2023 had been an absolute fantastic year Anime!

    jackpittorino97

  • I hope to watch all the anime that is released

    rrota_rrona

  • I will say this, there were certainly anime that came out in 2023.

    KingVcg

  • 2023 was really an amazing year filled with loads of animes that we were so eager to watch. Many unexpected twists and lots of enjoyable characters were displayed in all series. Every season was fun and challenging with excitement and enthusiasm. I look forward to this year,2024!

    rin_roko_

  • I do not wish to age any more yet at the same time I do not wish to stay in this mediocre current moment.

    June-4th_1989

  • It was only 10 years...

    Czekaj

  • 2023 has been a great Anime year, DESU WA!!!

    Jozuwa-_-

  • Future will be Better, So Keep Going on ....

    Khan_G

  • Oshi no Ko anime of the year 💯

    Shiroe1210

  • All my fellas

    Rem_Chann

  • 🖤

    FaizarHasan

  • I have no enemies

    Pink_pantsu

  • Pretty great year for anime and really looking forward to this years releases

    ClebClelly

  • If she's not blood-related, she's free to be dated!

    BangerXShane

  • Life as background character is way more fulfilling then living as the main character.

    magicalolympian

  • My man cid should have been on the "Needs a time out" section!!! I had loads of fun last year (2023), hope this year (2024) is as good as last one!

    osdoco

  • this year has been a year for sure!

    warriorcatpaw

  • Imouto Gae Ireba

    szchyther

  • Nah id win

    TheOwl_Sama

  • "Its just fate. Lets face it Krillin, you're destined to die all alone." -Krillin from Dragon Ball Z

    Juanthemovie

  • Frieren for life!

    SchildKaktus

  • this year has been so much fun with anime and the masterpice of new characters.And i hope this year will be much more exciting and fun can,t wait thank you. shout out to my anime list

    saanbieber

  • Nah the romance choice was so unfair how am i supposed to choose between yamada akane and ishikawa yamada 😭😭

    ranlouu

  • This yearbook needs our magical revolution! >wo

    Chocihime

  • Make A Season 2 Of Grand Blue & Back Street Gokudols Already!

    RGreatDanton

  • Nah, I'd Win ......

    Jamk_

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    twnku

  • "There's not a chance in hell I would ever choose an arrogant woman like you." - Kyoka Kudo

    crd1213

  • I want to eat ramen :3

    Veziane

  • Next year, I think we'll see a "I got reincarnated as Skibidy-Toilet"

    TCAbdo

  • I got hit by a 2023 and got reincarnated in another world

    Cap10Cat

  • Dystopia to the song of the dead.

    Animexdlover

  • MAMIYA: A Shared Illusion of the World's End made my life better by ruining it

    Gizzia

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    pixelcat55

  • PLEASE CAN SHIZUKA CHAN WIN, SHE MUST BE PROTECTED AT ALL COSTS, THE WHOLE WORLD IS WORTH SACRIFICING FOR HER!

    dankbucket

  • when amogus anime?

    mrmolester

  • 2023 was a great year for anime 🙏

    CielIsAWeeb

  • mahito was literally the only character i recognized in all of this i do not watch anime

    Crooze

  • With great power, comes great rizzsponsibility.

    NoCriticalz

  • Frieren was just a fire anime for this year, very logically, world mapping is really good, has a atmosphare like a Violet Evergarden, the roles of characters are very good, has a pretty good plot😁 over all, it was a good anime

    Zach_Eastman6666

  • OTAKU'S are idiot

    Robiulhasannaim

  • This is cinema

    Kuchiki6

  • hoping to love this always

    heyhoheyho

  • Anime failed me this year

    GhostOwlLAM

  • "Seven limited cream puffs, please."― Mash Burnedead

    Gyanez1124

  • Are you a weeb because of My Anime List or are you My Anime List because you are a weeb?

    eris_exp

  • "Where you go, I go..."

    aru4l

  • there isnt bungo stray dogs, i dont vote seriously

    0samudaza1

  • Pretty solid year but the amount of amazing openings that didn't get nominated is a crime

    Pokeninja1011

  • I have no enemys

    L4tino

  • "If I could be a dinsney princess I would be Maomao" - Sun Tzu probably

    Ozzyzmz

  • Didn't watch a single anime in 2023

    Michxz92

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

    DragonKnight957

  • Blossoms in the breeze, Anime tales unfold now, Epic tales take flight.

    Setsunation

  • AHHHHHHHHHHHH VAMO NESSA

    Mandorik

  • This year can simply be summed up by one word: Peak.

    TaggyWaggy

  • This is it.

    Ixiel

  • Full of fun. Let's repeat!

    Roy0323

  • Viva el anime!

    Davi_92

  • "In the symphony of life, let our stories be as captivating as an anime soundtrack. Embrace the plot twists, learn from the filler episodes, and may your journey be filled with the same wonder as discovering a new anime. Class of [Year], our adventures have just begun! 🌟🎓

    guigosenpai

  • 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_

  • 100 girlfriends is the goat of harem anime/manga

    Flowercityweeb

  • Soon, people who describe themselves as otaku may be able to create their own anime personally using AI entirely. Perhaps, the software's name will be 'Personal Anime Studios'.

    Kunaryel

  • Heavenly Delusion is a must watch, please stop under rating this anime, the character and world are so intricate and it goes of the beaten path.

    Saiki_Kbestanime

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MAL Yearbook is an annual project where MyAnimeList members can reflect on the past year of anime. Using categories selected from the community and winners decided by you, together we will create a special digital MAL Yearbook that we can enjoy in years to come.

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