The anime series Goblin Slayer, based on a dark fantasy light novel, quickly gained popularity among fans in 2018 due to its intense story and characters. It’s about a warrior who’s dedicated to killing goblins and forms a team with friends who embody typical fantasy roles.
Season 2 of Goblin Slayer features more fights and gore. In the previous episode, The Red-Headed Wizard Boy, viewers saw the Priestess doing well, while the Goblin Slayer struggled with his past.
It was revealed that the Wizard Boy is the Goblin Slayer’s sister, which added depth to the story and fans are eagerly awaiting the third episode.
In Episode 3, called The Training Grounds on the Outskirts of Town, viewers can look forward to new challenges and goals for the characters. Priestess is close to getting a promotion, which would move her from 9th to 8th rank if she trains new adventurers well.
If you’re looking for something to watch while waiting for the next episode of Goblin Slayer season 2, we have some anime recommendations you might enjoy.
Disclaimer: Make sure to check the content warnings and ratings for each series, as they may contain intense violence, gore, and mature themes.
6. Elfen Lied
Much like Goblin Slayer, Elfen Lied is known for its graphic violence and explores themes of cruelty, discrimination, and the consequences of mistreatment, making it a mature and dark series. It follows a young woman with telekinetic powers and a troubled history and is a mutant serial killer.
5. Dororo
In a dark, ancient world, a ronin named Hyakkimaru wants to get his body parts back from demons to become whole again. It’s about revenge and redemption with a tough tone. Both Dororo and Goblin Slayer have main characters seeking revenge in harsh worlds. These series are known for their violence, supernatural aspects, and examination of moral dilemmas.
4. Vinland Saga
Much like Goblin Slayer, Vinland Saga combines historical realism with a dark story, exploring revenge and the harshness of the Viking era. Vinland Saga follows Thorfinn, a young warrior seeking revenge for his father’s death.
3. Black Lagoon
This anime is about the Lagoon Company, a team of mercenaries doing illegal jobs in Southeast Asia’s underworld. It’s full of violence, action, and morally complex characters. Similar to Goblin Slayer, Black Lagoon features morally ambiguous characters in a gritty, underground setting. It examines themes of crime, violence, and the results of living on society’s fringes.
2. Claymore
This anime is about Clare, a Claymore, who is a half-human, half-monster warrior hunting Yoma, dangerous shape-shifting creatures. Claymore is similar to Goblin Slayer in its dark and violent tone. Both series have strong female characters hunting dangerous creatures. They both explore themes of vengeance, sacrifice, and existential challenges.
1. Berserk (1997)
Berserk is known for its intense and violent plot. It follows Guts, a resilient mercenary with a troubled past, fighting in a harsh medieval world filled with demons, cults, and betrayal. Much like Goblin Slayer, Berserk is set in a dark and brutal medieval world with violence and mature themes.
