The Fable

Anime where a Live Action version predates the anime

Hitman, Contract Killer, Assassin, Bounty Hunter, Hired Gangster...
Here is a compilation of blood and tears


Rules of this list :

- The plot has to revolve around the HITMAN JOB. Being chased by one counts. Better if the Hitman is the main character. It doesn't have to be always the main focus but just having a assassin arc isn't enough.

- No sci-fi, No super-power, No supernatural, No fantasy. It has to be REALISTIC.

- Only pure ACTION, blood, chase scenes, explosions, firefights, crime, revenge, mafia.

- Contemporary period.

- Using GUNS (Some exeptions are made, if the spirit is still close to the other criterias).

- Maximum 2 anime per franchise.


PS: If you are not afraid of the H3ntaï tag, also check : Mezzo Forte and A Kite

i didn't include One Piece since it's an on going anime

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Anime where the main character is a contract killer, assassin, hired mercenary, hitman etc. These series vary in their story although many are OPMC series there are some anime in this list that are more light-hearted or though provoking.

This list will contain series where the main character has A. no emotions B. hides his emotions and/or intentions or C. no response at all/mute. The theme of the list will be mixed so expect some action, comedy, romance, school and many more.

Anime where the main character is or was a gangster/delinquent. These anime will include characters that have a past or active involvement in gang activity whether directly or indirectly. I will also include series that have gang/mafia or delinquent themes. Expect a variation of different themes such as comedy, action, mystery.