Yandere is a Japanese term to describe a character who has a soft side but also has no problem going to certain lengths such as violence to get or protect the person they love. 

There are some of the best yandere characters in anime who are so sadistic and obsessive according to Dunia Games. Which characters are we talking about? Without further ado, let’s get into it!

10. Mikasa Ackerman, Attack on Titan

At first glance, Mikasa doesn’t seem like a yandere, especially because of her quiet nature. But, Mikasa also falls into the yandere category as she can be so possessive and overprotective towards Eren. When she thinks someone is making a move towards him, Mikasa shows her anger -- there are some moments where Mikasa attacks people who disturb Eren.

Although she’s not that brutal towards people, Mikasa’s obsessive tendencies certainly make her a yandere.

9. Rolo Lamperouge, Code Geass

Yandere doesn’t only apply to female characters, but also male ones like Rolo Lamperouge. Rolo’s obsessive and sadistic traits aren’t based on romance, but rather on his love towards his brother. 

Rolo initially seems like Lelouch’s gullible little brother, yet he’s actually a cold-blooded killer with no regard for his victims.

When he’s assigned to spy on Lelouch, he becomes obsessive towards him and even gets jealous of Lelouch's little sister, Nunnally. The jealousy is the reason why Rolo eventually kills one of Lelouch’s friends.

8. Misa Amane, Death Note

Misa Amane is one of the most unintelligent characters in anime who’s also a yandere. Misa is willing to do anything to help fulfill the goals of someone she loves, Kira. Misa doesn’t mind being Kira’s means for him to achieve his bigger goal: creating a new world. Although Kira has killed her parents using the Death Note. 

Misa also makes a deal with Shinigami Rem, shortening her lifespan to get the Shinigami eye, which she repeats to help Kira to kill L. 

Eventually, Misa is also told to commit suicide once she finds out about Kira’s death.

7. Mikaela Hyakuya, Owari no Seraph

Another male character we have on this list is Mikaela Hyakuya from Owari no Seraph. As Yuichiro Hyakuya’s best friend and brother, Mikaela shows his obsessiveness after they’ve been separated for years. Mikaela doesn’t care about anything aside from Yuichiro.

6. Esdeath, Akame Ga Kill

Esdeath is a yandere character who initially doesn’t care about romance, but she gradually changes after she meets Tatsumi. Esdeath, who’s originally rude and strict, begins to show her soft side towards Tatsumi.

Even after finding out that Tatsumi is an enemy, Esdeath still treats him with affection and will confront anyone who attacks Tatsumi.

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5. Tsukiyama Shuu, Tokyo Ghoul

Tsukiyama Shuu is an intelligent ghoul who tricks and lures his preys. He becomes obsessed with Kaneki’s scent after smelling his blood and develops the urge to eat him -- especially after knowing that Kaneki is actually a one-eyed ghoul.

As a matter of fact, he’s even willing to do things such as kidnapping people to lure Kaneki.

4. Lucy, Elfen Lied

Early in the series, Lucy was depicted as a sweet, innocent character. But, as the story progresses, Lucy becomes a sadistic character who doesn’t hesitate to kill anyone with her powers.

3. Griffith, Berserk

Considered as a hero of the Midland, Griffith is willing to do anything to get on Guts’ side -- even after Guts leaves him.

Griffith’s obsession with Guts makes him willing to do atrocious things, such as sacrificing his own partner to gain demon powers.

2. Kotonoha Katsura, School Days

Kotonoha is an intelligent, gentle, polite, and well-educated girl with a reserved character. Having almost no social life, she’s very dependent and devoted to Makoto.

However, it comes with a consequence. Whenever Makoto leaves her and she can’t have him, she feels sorrow and desperation that drive her berserk, killing anyone that she believes has stolen Makoto from her.

1. Yuno Gasai, Mirai Nikki

Yuno Gasai is a beautiful and probably the sweetest girl ever. However, she’s a ruthless psychotic character. She has a dark side of herself as she’d torture anyone who gets in her way into pursuing her love. She often prefers cruel methods in killing her victims -- which usually end up with bloody, gory murder.

So, those were the 10 best yandere characters in anime. Stick around for more anime and gaming info, and make sure to follow Dunia Games on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.

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