There are many really good anime, and many of them are only suitable for those aged 16 and older. We present to you a selection of them.
In the vast realm of anime, there are infinite variations. Whether it’s a cute children’s series, entertaining comedy, or exciting battles to cheer for.
However, there are certainly adult anime series with serious themes without necessarily resorting to excessive violence and cruelty. These series often receive a classification of “not suitable for children under 16” from the FSK – and we would like to introduce you to some of the best anime from this grouping.
Record of Lodoss War
Alternative names: Lodoss-tou Senki
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Episodes: 13
Stream available on: No streaming provider known, currently only available for purchase.
After a thousand-year war of the gods, peace finally comes within reach for the young kingdom of Lodoss. But an ancient witch has been awakened and threatens to plunge the kingdom back into chaos through political machinations. The adventuring group led by the brave Parn and the elf Deedlit confronts this threat and tries to save Lodoss from falling again – but this will not succeed without sacrifices and every problem will be challenging.
Why is Record of Lodoss War rated 16? The fantasy journey of the heroes is, as is fitting for the genre, marked by some battles, profound losses and also several slightly more brutal scenes. Record of Lodoss War also touches on notably darker themes, like sexualized violence, without explicitly showing them. However, since the series belongs to the somewhat older category, these representations are not particularly graphic, and they do not detract from the tension.
Aside from that, Record of Lodoss War is a classic that all fans of “The Lord of the Rings” or “Baldur’s Gate 3” should definitely have seen – after all, the manga source is based on a pen & paper role-playing session.
Attack on Titan
Alternative names: Shingeki no Kyojin
Genre: Action, Drama
Episodes: 90 (+ movies)
Stream available on: Crunchyroll
Humanity is on the brink of annihilation. Huge monsters known as Titans roam the forests and devour people alive. Only behind the walls of a last, small kingdom is it safe – at least, until the Titans break through this wall. Young Eren Jaeger must witness how his previously sheltered life comes to a sudden end and his mother is devoured.
After that, he joins the “Exploration Troop” to fight against the Titans and explore more of the world. Over the course of several years, more and more secrets about the Titans are revealed that challenge everything he once thought he knew…
Why is Attack on Titan rated 16? The world of Attack on Titan is merciless, and this is evident right from the first episode where people are devoured by the Titans. Bodies are often mutilated, and blood spurts in such quantities that one sometimes wonders where it could all possibly fit in the body. In addition, there are tougher themes, especially in the later seasons – torture, racism, abuse – giving the series a clear adult tone.
More exciting anime rated 16 can be found on the next page.
- 1
- 2
