Marie's Favorite Classic Anime

Fruits Basket — The comfort anime of all comfort anime. I probably rewatched this the most thanks to a very good Funimation DVD set. Favorite character: Kyo.

Rurouni Kenshin — My introduction to “period piece” anime. Despite its filler bloat, it remains a favorite. Favorite character: Saitō Hajime.

Trigun — Goofy, philosophical, and endlessly rewatchable. I watched this one on repeat and even got to see Yasuhiro Nightow at Anime Expo. Favorite character: Vash or Millie — impossible to choose.

Saiyuki — Found family + forced proximity = perfection. Favorite character: Cho Hakkai.

Escaflowne — My sister hated the art style, but I loved this strange, philosophical romp. Favorite character: Strategos.

Inuyasha — My early anime addiction starter kit, courtesy of Cartoon Network. Favorite character: Sesshōmaru.

Vampire Princess Miyu — Hard to find, badly dubbed, but unforgettable. Favorite character: Miyu or Lava.