The backbone of any anime fighter. Expect 15-20 variations of Goku alone (Base, Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan Blue, Ultra Instinct). Naruto will have his Bijuu modes, and Ichigo will have his various Bankai releases. Luffy (One Piece) has recently surged in popularity, with Gear 5 sprites becoming a staple.
The roster itself is an encyclopedia of anime history, but not a curated one. You will find every iteration of Son Goku: from DB, DBZ, DBS, SSJ4, SSGSS, and fan-made fusions like "Gogeta Blue" or "Xicor." Alongside them stand obscure characters from 1980s OVAs, hentai protagonists (usually censored or absurdly overpowered), and "original the character" (OC) abominations—edgy, purple-haired, katana-wielding creations with names like "Ryoku the Void Shadow." To reach 500, quantity inevitably supersedes quality control. Anime Crossover MUGEN 500 CHARACTERS
Beyond the "Big Three," you'll find characters from One Punch Man , Demon Slayer , Bleach , and Jujutsu Kaisen . The backbone of any anime fighter