The Ultimate Powerhouses of Fall 2023 Anime: Unstoppable Isekai Protagonists, Ranked!

Highlights

The Fall anime season is dominated by the Isekai genre, with both popular returning shows and new adaptations of Isekai manga.

In the realm of these shows, the main characters exhibit extraordinary and formidable abilities. For instance, Nagase Kaoru can conjure mystical elixirs, while William Maryblood showcases unrivaled expertise in both magic and swordplay.

As the curtains unveil the highly anticipated Fall anime season, a plethora of captivating shows, both new and returning, awaits exploration. Taking center stage this season is the Isekai genre, with a plethora of fan-favorite shows making a comeback and thrilling adaptations of renowned Isekai manga, such as The Rising of the Shield Hero and The Faraway Paladin.

5. Nagase Kaoru (I Shall Survive Using Potions!)

In addition to these shows, we can anticipate the arrival of compelling main characters who will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on the Fall anime season. This includes a mix of familiar faces returning and exciting new adaptations. Let's take a brief glimpse at how these protagonists compare in terms of their strength for the Fall 2023 season.

Nagase Kaoru, the main character in the I Shall Survive Using Potions! anime series, possesses a unique form of strength. In line with the Iseakai genre, Kaoru meets her demise because of a dimensional energy rupture between parallel universes. However, her soul is rescued by the God of her world, leading to her reincarnation in a new realm known as Riverie, governed by the goddess Celestine.

4. William Maryblood ( The Faraway Paladin)

Determined not to repeat her past demise, she implores the goddess for the gift of crafting enchanted elixirs and acquiring a range of other talents. Embracing her newfound abilities, Kaoru pledges to navigate and flourish in her unfamiliar realm, ensuring her survival.

The Faraway Paladin is making its highly anticipated return for a thrilling second season, bringing back the indomitable protagonist, William Maryblood. This time around, he is plunged into the realm of the deceased, finding himself awakened to an existence that was previously devoid of purpose. Guided by his three unorthodox parental figures, he immerses himself in the arts of magic and swordsmanship, ultimately transforming into a formidable paladin.

3. Naofumi ( Rising of the Shield Hero)

Despite being just fifteen years old in this new world, William is already incredibly powerful, thanks to the extensive training he received from his parents. With superhuman attributes, lightning-fast reflexes, and a binding contract with the Goddess of Flame, Gracefeel, who acts as his protective deity, Will is a force to be reckoned with. Adding to his prowess, he possesses exceptional combat skills, making him a formidable adversary, as demonstrated in the first season of the series. As the story unfolds in its second season, there is immense potential for Will to become even more formidable.

After what felt like an underwhelming second season following the success of its first, Naofumi Iwatami is back with the third season of the Rising of The Shield Hero.

Naofumi, a gamer otaku living aimlessly on Earth, is unexpectedly transported to a fantasy world called Melromac through a mysterious book. In this new world, he is bestowed with the title of the Shield Hero. Throughout the first and second seasons, Naofumi experiences a journey where he becomes both the most despised among the four legendary heroes and the most significant.

Despite his legendary weapon lacking specific offensive abilities, Naofumi remains incredibly powerful thanks to the diverse range of shields he possesses and their various applications. Among them, the Rage Shield stands out, granting him immense strength but at the cost of his humanity, making it challenging for him to control. As the third season unfolds, Naofumi's capabilities will be showcased even further.

2. Polka Shinoyama ( Dead Mount Death Play)

The first season of Dead Mount Death Play introduced Corpse God, a formidable necromancer who was reborn as a teenager named Polka Shinoyama. In the second season, Polka returns as the enigmatic Corpse God, shrouded in darkness. In his previous life, he wielded immense power as the Corpse God until a deadly battle with the Calamity Crusher led to his rebirth as Polka Shinoyama in another world, Earth.

Now, in a new body and realm, Polka brings more than just his soul and mind. He retains his necromancy abilities and dark magic, proving to be just as mighty as he was in his past life. The second season of the show promises even more displays of his power.

1. Cid Kagenou ( The Eminence In Shadow)

Leading the pack of this Fall season's Isekai protagonists is the pleasure-seeking and witty Cid Kagenou, the beloved main character of The Eminence in Shadow. Not only is he the head of the Shadow Garden, but he also used to be a Japanese high school student who aspired to become a heroic figure operating discreetly from the shadows. He tirelessly trained his body to reach its peak performance and became a master of martial arts.

His deepest desire unexpectedly turns into reality when he perishes in an accident and is reborn in a new world, embarking on a fresh existence as the Shadow in Eminence. What unfolds in the first season is the revelation of how Cid's fervent wish is fueled by misunderstanding and conveniently altered history. Possessing combat skills surpassing those of any knight and wielding overpowering magical abilities, Cid leads a seemingly ordinary life during daylight hours as an inconspicuous extra/background character, only to transform into the formidable Shadow of the Shadow Garden come nightfall. And there is much more in store from him in the upcoming second season.