Ranking the Greatest 'Master' Characters in Anime History

The writing of a "mentor" character is very particular. A good mentor should be a presence that drives the protagonist's growth without stealing their spotlight.

Addition: Rayleigh (ONE PIECE)! The master during the two-year training, although he doesn't appear often, he carries a lot of weight.

Biscuit from "Hunter x Hunter"! The trope of a master who looks cute but has terrifying strength is so interesting.

The best mentor in SRW is Dr. Saotome from "Getter Robo"! He might be a bit crazy, but he's incredibly hot-blooded.

Coach Ukai from <i>Haikyu!!</i>! His coaching style is very realistic but highly effective. This kind of down-to-earth mentor is even more worthy of respect.

Gintoki is hilarious as a master! 😂 But Shinpachi and Kagura have really grown a lot by his side. This kind of "master who doesn't act like a master" is the most charming.

In a way, Frieren is also a "mentor" figure—she taught Fern a lot about humans.

All Might's line "You can become a hero" still gives me goosebumps even now. A single sentence from a mentor can change a person's life.

As I've gotten older, I've actually come to better understand the feelings of the mentor characters. Jiraiya's sacrifice used to just make me sad, but now, it fills me with admiration.

Jiraiya is definitely number one! His influence on Naruto is so profound. I couldn't stop crying during that farewell battle.