MAL Yearbook 2023

Anime Section

Most Meme-able
Anime that has the most meme potential

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

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

Character Section

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

Who's Your Hairdresser
Character with a remarkable hairstyle

Dynamic Duo
Character pair with the most engaging screen time

Comments

  • Hakutou I wanted to vote for you so bad, but Bond is so fluffy, I need to know what that coat feels like.

    GyroShrike

  • Code geass🔛🔝

    unchart

  • BLING BANG BANG BLING BANG BANG BLING BANG BANG BORN

    MikaOni

  • Really enjoyed this season.

    MAHESHDUTT

  • 2023, the year of laughs, banging songs and a lot of fanservice x

    Cupanda64

  • Hope we have a great 2024!

    Chrollium

  • Andy and Fuuko are the best duo. Undead and Unluck, match made by God himself (literally). Also, f*ck Malty.

    MusashiKarlsefni

  • Even if this world will darken and become unenjoyable I will still find a kind hand, a witty smile and a strong light to guide me. Thank you for the fun times

    Haaami

  • The temptation to give up is a common one, and nobody is exempt. Failure isn't something many of us can handle gracefully. And even though we know it's a common human condition, we're somehow always surprised when it happens to us.

    TheSomeoneOP

  • Melty Needs to be Imprisoned. Just one woman and 3 of the 4 cardinal heroes get pushed into awakening cursed series powers.

    Ajxrhaider

  • Maine: "Just keep on running fast is what u do best ain't it"

    Drjohnwick

  • Nah I'd win

    Zestue

  • Anime good.

    NovaFrankA

  • 2023 was a good year for anime 😭

    _Lxr

  • Embrace the adventure, savour the moments, and remember: Life is the ultimate anime, and you're the protagonist of your own epic story. Here's to the next chapter where every twist and turn adds to the plot!

    Salad_Something

  • gojo isnt that hot

    222rot222

  • If jjk season 2 was in the op categories easy win let’s be fr!

    Okwrd_Tj

  • the selection could have been better tbh

    JaEdEnAr

  • I'm glad mahito got f***ed

    mercuro27

  • May all the gay gals flourish now & into the future!ღ

    Jilliun

  • Gravity's bringing us down.

    avlannon

  • too cheap for me, cheap enough for you

    xperfection457

  • Give me a break ya all

    Your_nightmare06

  • why no solo leveling -.- :C

    Drachennebel

  • Pleas adapt Nisekoi :(

    Firebagel

  • I hate being a novice weeb

    SummerSolSoup

  • The Hype is real!!

    Jescorda

  • 2023 was a great year for anime, like every other years. However we can all agree that malty is the most hated character

    Avigoku

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

    Umizumi20

  • 2023 revived anime for me

    Pudim996

  • To be strong is not just about physical abilities

    st4r-

  • Despite flat being justice I actually watch anime for the plot.

    SaTTLeZz

  • K-On!! Wins anime of the year 2023, 14 years in a row!

    JuanJotaErre

  • Fluent in the Oregairu Cypher

    grimsworth

  • I put the S in anime

    HarshitVijay

  • Looking forward to a splendid new year with you all!

    Listless-Weeb

  • Life is like an anime. Sometimes it's funny, sometimes it's sad, sometimes it's epic, sometimes it's boring. But it always tells us something!

    Miikkuu

  • I don't have any enemies.

    CYBERxGHOST

  • 2023 was a pretty decent year for anime, this year mainly comprised of sequels of anime I was already watching, which was cool. (ノ・_-)☆

    Ryoko_Asuka

  • FINALLY MOST TRAGICAL Year End😶😂

    IndoSenpai

  • I think year 2023 was great for anime watchers as we got a variety of new anime as well as returning anime too (like bleach tybw) ...... So according to me 2023 was full of anime of every genre and i enjoyed all of em' a lot ....

    akarsh_kumar

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

    EverySomeDays

  • So Memorable!!!

    Miles0206

  • Return to Anime Before it is too late.

    GohanZ

  • 2023, the year where the "One Piece" still isn't found.

    Feliuss

  • Oh Shall Fen Shall I never thought my heart would almost explode from how flustered you made me. High Priest Heika Demint you are one of the ones that made me question myself severely and I still do not know how I feel about you to this very day.

    PrincessShy_Ruby

  • With this treasure I summon, Nah, I'd win

    Kingpatato

  • onto a new year with the most beautyfull animes!

    mikupai

  • I ONLY AM THE HONORED ONE I HAVE NO ENEMIES

    Geto5678

  • So cool, i really-really like it all!

    Kaeicap

  • 2023 was a lit year for anime ngl

    xLoneWolf

  • Man, what a fun year in anime! Can't wait for 2024! :)

    SleepySera

  • Frieren solos your favorite anime this year

    Kajin-Dar

  • Sousou no Frieren is life changer.

    DarkSpaceVRP

  • The truth behind one's charm is kindness. Be a good person. That is all.

    Spiciu

  • Pluto hard carried this year. Only a couple good shows tbh

    Perhapsually

  • What a wonderful year of anime it truly is, the medium is rising higher and higher than any of us could have ever anticipated, heres to a new year of great anime!

    Fraeqo

  • Roxy! Roxy! Roxy!

    luazy

  • God i hope everything works out in the end

    marcel9164

  • Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something, and has lost something.

    BlueMoon_Rosie

  • This year was really fun and filled with animes that surprised me

    104021

  • Be kind like Yuji, strong like Mash & complete your bucket list like Akira

    CrumbzSmallMight

  • THAT'S NOT HOW YOU MAKE OATMEAL!

    DoodlestheGreat

  • yamete kudasai

    TheDealer

  • This has been a great year for anime fans

    Domo876

  • Mahiru istri gw.

    Lixszds

  • 2023 was a great time to be an anime enjoyer! Lets hope for an even greater 2024 full of anime! :)

    Jaynautovic

  • Hello chat! In this terrifying world, all we have are the connections that we make. So… eat your vegetables & fruits. And always remember; a true selfless act always sparks another.

    HarusakiYorokobi

  • So. Much. Good. Anime. Hopefully 2024 can match what we had in 2023.

    Withinchaos123

  • Best character in the year: Akane Kurokawa Best musican in the year: Sawano Hiroyuki Best VA of the year: Eguchi Takuya and Hayami Saori

    Primus64

  • Viva el anime!

    Davi_92

  • Thanks for all 2023 🙏

    yamikilluaa

  • What a crazy year! Legends were born and bangers were made. Let's hope it continues into 2024!

    Whitingbolt

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

    polar_bear_san

  • Uenoyama best girl!

    agaliarept

  • This are my preference I believe they rock my 2023 Year so Far.

    Dhyan07

  • give more option

    Zyperexa

  • Vinland saga 2 on top

    Keywi

  • Anime is life.

    Momotaro_

  • Too watch anime is the same as drinking wine. As I get older it gets better and better. But often it becomes undrinkable vinegar.

    Jaredhtm

  • Personally, I think Mahito might need more than just a time out. Jail forever might be good.

    BurntTripe

  • One the most comfiey and action paaked year allalong with great adaptation and ther sequels.OVERALL PREATTY NICE YEAR,But....Definitely the highlight being the end of an great or one the greatest story of all the ATTACK ON TITAN thanks isayama sensei for the great experience😁

    Saitama1212

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

    great_yarn

  • 2023 had a lot of fun and excellent anime I look forward to buying on BD. The ones that stand out are Frieren, Tomo-chan is a Girl, Dark Gathering, Buddy Daddies, Insomniacs After School, Bungo Stray Dogs, Tokyo Revengers, Oshi no Ko, Undead Murder Farce, and Zom 100.

    killerjdog51

  • Life is never easy, the world is sad, dangerous, and violent. Wars turn hatred into a never-ending storm, and anime are our clear and sunny patch of sky

    Xuthar

  • Over 300 days worth of anime watched overall, and I can't wait to watch even more <3

    Yomotoko_Senpai

  • Anime will always have a place in life, whether it is a decision between death or life. Anime basically represents who I am.

    akaStve

  • One piece on top

    Geilenkirchen

  • I barely watched anything

    EGG_KING_

  • Idk... hakuna matata?

    Mayu_jamir

  • My mom said she’d give me $5 if I wrote something.

    SNOzzie_

  • Bling bang bang born

    Incarcity

  • Nah, I'd Win.

    Samurai_Deelan

  • Year has been prepping for a new year super hyped

    SlumPrincess

  • Some great anime and movies this year

    Aiden-21

  • Wishing everyone a year filled with joy, excitement, and of course, more anime magic! We say hello to a wonderful 2024 with many new adventures, characters and episodes for you to enjoy!

    Aquafic

  • A year of great shows and amazing moments! What an awesome year of discovery and adventure. Definitely one I will never forget! Can't wait for what thne new year has to offer!❤️‍🔥✌️

    TheRanenEmpire

  • It's been a wonderful year blessed with countless over the notch animes. Truly a impactful year for anime.

    AkagamiNoSadat

  • need me a chunky woman to start off the new year

    Spibber

  • 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

What is the MAL Yearbook?

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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