Vote for the Best Anime Arcs and Series of 2025!

The final quarter of 2025 has brought us some of the biggest, most anticipated releases in anime history. From the massive world-ending battles of shonen heavyweights to the deeply emotional series that captured our hearts, this year was absolutely packed.

Join the fandom and make your picks below.

🔥 Arc of the Year: Top Shonen Showdown (Fall)

Who truly dominated 2025’s shonen scene? This fall, the major players delivered non-stop action, heart-pounding fights, and emotional rivalries that redefined the genre. This poll is all about the defining story arcs that stood out for their animation, pacing, and impact.

Is it the tactical brilliance of a training camp, the chaotic spectacle of a culling game, or the start of a legendary new saga? Vote for the best of the best!

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Nominees:

• Black Clover: The Sword of the Wizard King (Film)

  • Yūki Tabata

• Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc (S4)

  • Koyoharu Gotouge

• Jujutsu Kaisen: Culling Game Arc (S3)

  • Gege Akutami

• My Hero Academia: Forest Training Camp Arc (S8)

  • Kohei Horikoshi

• One Piece: Egghead Island Saga (S21)

  • Eiichiro Oda

• Solo Leveling: Jeju Island Raid Arc (S2)

  • Chu Gong

 🏆 Crown the Best Anime of 2025 (Winter)

The year’s almost over, and only one series can take the ultimate throne. This poll is for the anime that defined the entire viewing experience of 2025—whether through a theatrical debut, a long-awaited final chapter, or a surprise new series that instantly became a classic.

Which title left the most unforgettable mark on your year?

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Nominees:

• Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters

  • Hajime Isayama

• Chainsaw Man (Film)

  • Tatsuki Fujimoto

• Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

  • Kanehito Yamada + Tsukasa Abe

• GACHIAKUTA (S1)

  • Kei Urana

• Mushoku Tensei (S2)

  • Rifujin na Magonote

• Spy x Family (S3)

  • Tatsuya Endo

 Why Your Vote Matters

These year-end polls are where fandom legacy is defined. Your choices help Cooledtured highlight the best writing, animation, and cultural moments that made 2025 an iconic year for anime.

The results will be published shortly after the deadline, setting the standard for the year’s best.

🌟 Grow & Glow

Every click, every vote, and every share adds vital energy to the final verdict. Grow your passion by engaging in friendly debate, defending your favorite series, and learning why other fans love their top picks. This is how we collectively document the history of anime fandom, ensuring that even underrated gems receive the recognition they deserve. Glow with pride when your champion, whether it's a massive shonen saga or a quiet masterpiece rises to the top of the rankings, having been officially crowned by the community. You are helping to define the best of 2025!

• Tip #1: Think Global Impact. Which series not only satisfied fans but brought the most new viewers into the fandom and dominated global conversation?

• Tip #2: Re-watch the Hype. Voting closes with the season! Use the next two months to re-watch and confirm your favorite arc or series before the final tally.

Start voting now and crown the champions of 2025 at 👉 Cooledtured.com/engage