The best fantasy anime and manga with mecha

Key Takeaways

• The Galactic Navy Officer Becomes An Adventurer is a twist on magic and science fiction in an enchanting universe.
• Knights And Magic blends mecha and sword magic in a powerful package with incredible storytelling.
• Magic Knight Rayearth perfectly combines a powerful story of magical girls, mecha, and betrayal in one of the best fantasy shows ever.

The combination of fantasy and mecha, a territory that not many anime or manga have dared to venture into, is typical of the science fiction subgenre. Amazing battle scenes and a twist that caught fans off guard.

This list contains many great manga and anime series that are definitely worth reading or watching if you like these genres. However, be aware that some of them are very addictive and those who are hooked will end up having to wait for years if they peruse/watch every chapter/episode.

8 I am the evil lord of a galactic empire!

Similar to Eminence In Shadow, but in space.

• Author: Yomu Mishima, Kai Nadashima
• Number of volumes: 7

This is the story of a reincarnated being sent by the devil (not God) to a ruthless universe where heavy taxes are imposed on the nobility, where people live for centuries, and where the protagonist must learn how to become a galactic lord. A Japanese fantasy geek is reincarnated as Sir Liam Banfield and comes to live with a nearly destitute noble family. Abandoned by his parents at the young age of 50, Liam decides to become an evil galactic ruler.

The demon who summoned him planned to consume his misery, but it turns out that Liam is quite a capable lord. Soon the Banfield home begins to thrive again. Riding on his faithful classic mecha robots, Liam conquers every corner of the galaxy. And so begins a life full of adventures, space pirates, strange women lying in ponds with swords, and ancient heroines trapped in stone.

7 knights and magic

A wild ride for all mecha and isekai fans

• Author: Hisago Amazakeno, Takuji Kato, Kurogin
• Number of volumes: 17

Mecha fans are reincarnated in a world of swords, magic and fighting robots. knights and magic This series combines all these advantages into one powerful package. Like any harem/school life series, there are twists and turns and some unpleasant characters, but the story is pretty good.

The anime adaptation of the series (available on Crunchyroll) only has one season, consisting of 13 episodes. It's a little different from the manga or light novel, but it's still worth a look. The mecha combat will appeal to fans of the genre, and it also has some good Isekai elements.

6 A Galactic Navy officer becomes an adventurer.

One of the most exciting discoveries of the science fantasy genre

• Author: Atsuhiko Ito
• Number of volumes: 7

This comic can captivate readers from chapter one. It combines the best aspects of Macross with elements of isekai. There are also some connections. space trooper It is implied that the series takes place in the same universe.

The story begins with a junior Galactic Empire officer becoming the sole survivor of a battleship suddenly ambushed by mankind's most vicious enemy, Bugs. However, when the on-board AI, which appears in the living form of a former war heroine, awakens him from the healing pod, he is promoted to captain according to the rules of Designated Survivor. He then uses the ship's escape pod to land on an orbiting habitable planet, carrying advanced technology that he uses to fight monsters on the surface. The story adds a runaway princess, a mysterious figure who claims to be the world's god, unexplained magical phenomena, and, of course, a mecha.

5 Infinite Stratos

Behind the fan service is a worthy mecha series

• Author: Yumizuru Izuru
• Number of volumes: 5
• N° Episode Animation 26 (2 Seasons + 1 OVA)

Before its cancellation, Infinite Stratos became quite popular among fans of School Life, Fantasy, and Mecha anime. However, the ruthlessness of the animation industry led to the inclusion of an unhealthy amount of fan service at the hands of producers and writers, which led to its downfall.

The story, which was sophisticated, interesting, and at one point even avant-garde, fell apart when it entered into a conflict between the author and the publisher (probably related to the demands of the latter). However, the author decided to continue the light novel even though the manga was still far behind. Although the anime was not renewed for a third season, it still remains one of the best fantasy-mecha works for viewers who want to ignore all the fan service.

4 I woke up and became a space mercenary because I was piloting the most powerful spaceship.

A bit heavy on the harem elements, but still fun.

• Author: Lute
• Number of volumes: 5

A fan of space games dies and is reincarnated as the captain of his favorite game, Krishna. Needless to say, his ship is wrecked, and his fighting skills aren't too shabby, so he decides to go on a rampage and hunt down every pirate in the galaxy.

Fantasy (since there are space elves, dwarves and other fantasy races) is a good combination of mecha and space manipulation. The series is interesting due to the action elements, but gets a bit boring with the harem/romance parts and gets a bit weird when the androids join. It serves as a constant reminder of the dangers of AI, especially when it's dressed in a maid's uniform.

3 Code Geass Lelouch of the Rebellion

A powerful story about a war of succession that turned into a revolution.

A rebellious prince is exiled to protect his sister from dastardly suitors and a plot to erase his lineage from the face of the empire. He possesses the power of Geass, which allows him to control the minds of his followers. Soon he started a rebellion that became a wildfire that swept all his enemies to the ground.

code geass is a great example of a well-written science fantasy anime with deep world-building and amazing mecha battles. It is also one of the highest rated anime of the past few decades according to IMDB and MyAnimeList. This is a must-see for fans of the mecha and fantasy genre.

2 Escaflowne's Vision

In-depth storytelling, mecha battles, and unexpected twists

Escaflowne's Vision This game combines romance, fantasy, mystery, mecha, and isekai genres. It's aged beautifully, but it may actually need a remake. If any creator is willing to take a chance, this story will captivate modern fans.

What makes this series such an impressive anime is not only the combination of popular genres, but also the design of the characters and world. It features a villain with rational yet repulsive motivations, and a twist that has haunted everyone who has watched it for nearly 17 years.

1 Magic Knight Layers

Who said fantasy and mecha don't mix?

What happens when you mix powerful stories about magical girls, mecha, betrayal, love, and a dying world? The result is one of the best fantasy anime/manga of the 90s. Magic Knight Layers. The show features deep, detailed world-building, beautiful design, and incredible fight scenes.

This series can also be enjoyed as a manga, but the story is a little different. You could say the comics are a bit more aligned and the animation is kind of a “what if”. But the story is pretty much the same. An evil wizard kidnaps the world's princess, who must sacrifice herself or else she will die. Three heroines are summoned from another world to drive out a powerful magic knight (Mecha) and save Sephiroth from certain destruction.