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About Remus Badescu

Remus Badescu is a writer for ScreenRant's anime section. He discovered his passion for the medium as a child, watching shows like Death Note on late-night TV, and has been enthralled with it ever since. In order to deepen his understanding of the industry, he obtained a degree in Communication & Media from the Erasmus University of Rotterdam, where he also found his passion for writing and analyzing pieces of media. 

Favorite Media

As he enjoys watching a variety of genres and themes, choosing only a few favorites is a rather daunting task for him. Regardless, some of the anime titles that he considers particularly impactful and memorable are: A Place Further Than The Universe, Madoka Magica, and From the New World. Whether it's dark and thought-provoking or positive and inspiring, Remus believes that every story has its audience. 

Latest Articles

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10 Anime Characters Who Suffered a Fate Worse Than Death

While death is never desired, it is certainly preferable to what these characters experience, as their punishments extend far beyond a quick demise.

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10 Best Anime Musical Bands

Whether they are idol groups or otherwise, these anime bands made memorable soundtracks that fans continue to listen to long after the final episode.

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10 Long Anime That Are Essential Binge Watches

Long anime tend to spend more time on worldbuilding and developing their characters, allowing viewers to fully immerse themselves in their stories.

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10 Best Anime That Followed Naruto's Legacy

Given that Naruto is one of Shonen Jump's famous Big 3, it was always inevitable that newer stories would be influenced by it in some way.

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10 Best Anime Like Fullmetal Alchemist

There may not be any story out there that perfectly replicates the experience of Fullmetal Alchemist, but there are plenty that should feel familiar.

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10 Best Reincarnation Anime

There are plenty of reincarnation stories in the anime medium, including both the ever-popular isekai and others, but these are the cream of the crop.

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10 Best Fantasy Manga of All Time

From the classic stories that everyone first thinks of to innovative dark fantasy and urban fantasy, there is something in this genre for everyone.

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10 Most Interesting Anime Exorcists

Anime exorcists are used to dealing with the obscure forces of the world, and they are unfazed by them, no matter if it's spirits, ghosts, or demons.

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10 Cursed Anime Characters With The Worst Fate

Whether they are doomed to certain death or simply forced to live in unenviable conditions, these characters truly get the short end of the stick.

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10 Sad Anime Series Guaranteed To Make You Cry

Other series may feature a couple of sad scenes, but these ones are emotional from the beginning to the end. Warning: tissues are advised!

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10 Best Morally Gray Anime Characters

Rather than going down some predetermined path of pure evil or boundless kindness, these characters stick to their own rules and make their own paths.

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10 Best Anime Summoners With The Most Interesting Familiars

Summoners may not be at the vanguard of any anime fight, but their bonds with their familiars allow them to take the spotlight nonetheless.

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10 Most Evil Anime Villains of All Time

For villains as evil as these, no method is too immoral. Friend or foe, they will remove anyone standing in their path without any remorse.

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10 Best Manga You Can Read Right Now

Given manga's variety, it may be difficult to decide which titles are actually worthwhile, but no one can go wrong when choosing one of these.

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10 Best Yakuza Anime

While many may conflate them with crime stories, yakuza anime tend to be far more interesting because of their specific sets of rules and values.

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10 Best LGBTQ+ Manga, Ranked

Even in a medium that may seem open to all kinds of stories, LGBTQ representation isn't always the best, but these titles succeed where others fail.

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10 Darkest Shonen Jump Manga of All Time

While many associate Wekkly Shonen Jump with stories of growth and friendship, these titles prove that there is a demand for the dark and gruesome.

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10 Best Isekai Manga

Thanks to its quick rise to popularity, many believe the isekai genre to be overcrowded and full of unoriginal titles, but these are some of the best.

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10 Most Absurd Anime That Still Work Somehow

These titles should never work, yet somehow, against all odds, they find a way to be surprisingly entertaining and genuinely worthwhile.

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10 Most Dreadful Anime Dystopias

In corrupt and restrictive societies where good deeds are rarely rewarded and betrayal is all but guaranteed, the best one can hope for is to survive.

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