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

  • Frieren on top

    kannakamu1

  • "You have the freedom to defend the world's freedom and I have the freedom to continue moving forward" -Eren Yeager (Attack on Titan)

    RedBanditPH

  • You only live once MWAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHA and also how to heal a broken heart?!😭😭😭

    Umizumi20

  • There are some potholes in life that you cannot avoid You just have to embrace for them -GOAT0010

    GOAT0010

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

    NoUsernamesIKnow

  • In a year where nothing I did seem to work in favour of me and on the brink of falling into the hands of depression once more, these beautiful and awe-inspiring work of art came rushing to my aid-- dragging me out of the mud, now I feel like I could conquer the world. Thank you!

    KaderimBu

  • Every day has 24 hours. Make every single second unique.

    kerobi

  • Needs more Mushoku Tensei! (and other big series)

    Chrisicus

  • This anime year will always be remembered

    imanand

  • Remember, everything is a choice Until we meet again

    Manas_9826

  • Back to the roots, I miss the 2000 - 2012 years. Full Metal Alchemist, Elfenlied and SAO. Please produce the good old stuff in the future.

    Jaykun07

  • IF YOU CAN’T OBTAIN SOMETHING BECAUSE IT’S TOO EXPEN-SIVE… YOU JUST HAVE TO CHEAPEN IT. SO I LOWERED HER VALUE. -Lakan Kan

    supportfree

  • We rode on the winds of the rising storm, We ran to the sounds of the thunder. We danced among the lightning bolts, and tore the world asunder.

    kytten

  • One piece Is the best of all times

    danitu07

  • The apothecary diaries was absolutely amazing!

    Shmekera02

  • My favorite pony is fluttershy :3

    FluffcakeChan

  • who are these people

    featherycrimes

  • UMAI!

    StardustNamikaze

  • Good year sorta

    Blue111

  • Year of the cool boys doing cool things.

    will_cav

  • All of them were the best, to select one was tough, still selected the most suitable ones.

    TypicalWeeb047

  • Roses are red, Violets aren’t blue, The anime industry might still be poo

    Meji_0

  • have better nominees next year

    meesu33

  • This year has been a less memorable year for me. In each season, there are some anime that are too dominant (Sosou no Frieren, Oshi No Ko, Kimetsu). Composition between anime romance and action are very unbalanced. Hopefully in 2024, more anime will be stable. Yohohoho

    NotHumanXz

  • chippi chippi chappa chappa

    Kale_-

  • i hate mahito

    Yorochii

  • Without love, the truth cannot be seen.

    Emillian

  • I love the Nettspend the Virginia grim reaper

    Infinite_Bigmac

  • Arima Kana: Best waifu 2023. Frieren´s Lynie: Second.

    Hombre7Electrico

  • Anime was mistake...

    KARMAEVENT

  • So many anime from 2023 made me want to play video games even more - is it a sabotage?

    Epiroogu

  • Give me a break ya all

    Your_nightmare06

  • Hmph! I-it's not like Inda Karane is the funniest tsundere ever or anything, okay?!

    FarCritical

  • One piece on top

    Geilenkirchen

  • Should have included much of jjk

    Aizen_exe

  • It's meant to never be reciprocated. But I've found another way to be around.

    lilydayo

  • I left anime for a while, but I love the anime that came out on 2023.

    Taniamichelle001

  • "I have nothing more to say"

    etsuchi_xv

  • onto a new year with the most beautyfull animes!

    mikupai

  • See you next year mates! Happy yearbook 23!

    sylargbrl

  • Kamisato Ayaka

    Suifer

  • Time flies. But you know what else flies? A bird

    Complicated121

  • Detective Conan for the win!

    Lychee-Jelly

  • Wake up to REALITY!! everything doesn't goes as planned in this acursed world.

    ADJUDICATE567

  • Frieren best girl!

    leonn69

  • Inspired by anime, fueled by ramen. Happy New Year.

    zzoyz

  • Yuuji 007, 0 power ups, 0 help from the script, 7 traumatic events ~Feli

    Feliponcio_

  • I love to love anime ✨✨✨

    HitoshiRafaero

  • we still have enemies

    DoctorText

  • Fine year

    DabiTempest

  • Naruto and Fruits Basket, the Betther animes

    Otakinho-carente

  • Witch Hat Atelier anime news this year frfr

    NotShelby

  • Just you x you 🥷♥️ Stay always as 102% hustlers.

    Lugavic

  • Hope you all have a good year.

    HappyCat2004

  • DON'T PUT THAT IN YOUR MOUTH!!! Or... do???

    lilcoffeeyuh

  • A great year will be hoping new and amazing anime come out this year too

    ETHANWOLF

  • This was a very special year for me when it comes to anime. During the beginning of the year, I went through an extremely difficult time involving family and school, and being able to relax with anime and the challenges of MAL helped me a lot. Thank you very much MAL! Happy 2024!

    PeedroHM

  • Sitting on a throne does not make you a king. It only means you ave an arse.

    Piromysl

  • It's never too late or too early to be whoever one wants to be! :)

    _Mitzuki101

  • Jinshi has wasted sex appeal! Maomao says so!

    ireallyamyarn

  • thanks for the mangakas and animators for making me feel alive :)

    katymeowy

  • It was a rollercoaster, an enjoyable one and worth the time.

    BlackSwordsman55

  • God's in his heaven We are in his theatre called earth Let us play our role Instead of breaking the 4th wall

    BLAZE_2232

  • It's been a great year for anime, hopefully this year will be just as great

    IA_22

  • When life is hard, anime is always there for you.

    MxOffline

  • I should watch more anime

    brick2000

  • People have to save themselves. One person saving another is impossible -Oshino Meme from Monogatari

    KateInterstellar

  • Another incredible year.

    Robert28

  • It may be for a moment, but my fire roars up so bright and hot, it's almost blinding. And then, all that remains is pure white ash. There are no embers left...just pure white ash.

    Fahad-Wolfgang

  • nao vi animes nenhuns :)))

    Theproxy_cos

  • Nah I'd win

    Jacob54

  • 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

  • Surely next season of jujutsu kaisen won't kill off any more beloved characters... right?

    GrimmGames

  • Why is it that all the trash romcoms and isekais I enjoyed this year is on this list? I need to use my anime more.

    Dafireliv

  • I came here to kick ass and watch anime, and nothing is out right now- oh wait, Jujutsu Kaisen just updated!

    RequiemOfNEETS

  • I am grateful to anime this year because it has accompanied me through difficulties and I can only say thank you

    Tomb_Fish

  • What awful selection, but I know y'all tried so I won't say anything else c:

    Adon_DC

  • 100 Girlfriends & Watashi no Shiawase na Kekkon are the most overrated romances this year! Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu best romance this year! Anata no Soba ni not on best OP list is criminal!

    nightmarelegend

  • I wish blue lock and ron kamonohashi seaon 2 would come soon

    thatoneidiot3

  • One piece is real

    sDluffy

  • Suiii, best bud, from Tondemo de Skill Isekai

    ImANoNamer

  • Some ppl call anime a mistake and trash But for me, for us its something more than "chinnese cartoons" Anime can make my mood, feel better, can motivate, it can make me happy, angry or even cry. Thats normal cartoon but its change lives.

    TULUM123

  • Do you have enough time to watch anime? If College got to stressful it might fill me schedule. But Would you stop watching anime? Nah, I’d watch.

    DaHampter

  • EL diablo

    Neco_arc_gaming

  • Beautiful

    LeonSS777

  • Amazing year, didnt watch much of anime this year but there was a lot good openings, new characters and amazing art styles.

    karamdrvo

  • "As the ink of time dries on the pages of my youth, I leave behind a memorable arc filled with laughter, friendship, and a touch of anime magic."

    shadowstorm9856

  • Suffering builds character

    JoachimHurtig

  • Nagisa is Best Boy

    GoldenSapple

  • This year has been a good one for anime and manga 👀

    PotatoTheOtaku19

  • Bye, 2023. You did good, I suppose, though I’m shocked that somehow the isekai well didn’t finally run dry again this year. Weird, because I could’ve sworn I saw all this year’s quirky smart boys travel to a faraway land three years ago. Who am I kidding, I still watch them too.

    AssortedCheese

  • Everyday is a gift, that's why its called present.

    Leinador04

  • This year has been fantastic for me in anime world. Although I don't have much free time comparing with other anime fans but I still love to be part of this community. Hoping that Anime World will live forever.

    The_Almighty-One

  • I have no enemies

    Rexus1704

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

    xdPurple

  • Too much anime

    mathrexy

  • This year was amazing!!! This was my second year of watching anime and this year was def a blast. My fav show is definitely one piece tho. But from this year there are so many I could mention.

    PikachuBoy6PCute

  • A year of great sequels, new titles, waifus (!!!), and catchy anisongs; another prosperous year for anime. Cheers!

    jaeo_k

  • Frieren >>>>>> JJK

    LemonLorax

  • It was a good year.

    Pericka

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