As the name suggests, the Protagonists are designed to be the center of the story. After all, it’s a story about them, so it makes perfect sense for them to attract attention. When it comes to anime and manga, there are several ways that authors often use to make the main characters stand out. The idea is to create as much contrast between the main and supporting cast to make it easier for viewers to see who is who.
That said, there are times when the supporting characters try to get the attention of the main characters. They may have limited usage time, but whenever they appear, they will easily surpass the main characters. And here are 5 supporting characters capable of doing that.
5. Okita Sougo (Gintama)
Gintama is an anime filled with quirky characters. There are a lot of weird things that happen in each episode of Gintama and most of it happens around the main character himself, Gintoki Sakata. Among all the strange characters in Gintama, there is a supporting character who always tries to push Gintoki out of the limelight. His name is Okita Sougo, the captain of the first team of the Shinsengumi. His hobbies are napping and plotting to assassinate the Shinsengumi’s vice-captain, Hijikata Toushirou. However, with his dashing looks, unbelievable sword skills, and deadly sense of humor, Okita Sougo was able to easily capture the audience’s hearts and beat Gintoki in the popularity contest.
4. Kyoujuro Rengoku (Demon Slayer)
Rengoku is a man whose heart burns with confidence and determination. He may not be kind to a demon like Tanjiro, but when it comes to civilians and his comrades, he will throw himself into the depths of hell without a second thought. Rengoku will do everything in his power to defeat a demon, even if it means fighting until his body runs out of fuel to burn. Rengoku may only appear in the series for a short time, but in that short amount of time, he has imprinted his fiery image in the minds of every viewer.
3. Satoru Gojo (Jujutsu Kaisen)
Yuji Itadori has the same qualities as other great shounen protagonists. He is a hard-working man, has a cheerful attitude and always tries to stay optimistic even when facing heavy problems. Despite having a nasty cursed spirit sealed in his body, Yuji will still do his best to protect the weak and defeat every cursed soul that comes his way.
On the other hand, Satoru Gojo is the embodiment of absolute power. He is arguably the strongest character in the series and he also has a bubbly personality while remaining charismatic at the same time. In the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, Satoru Gojo is what Yuji Itadori has always strived to be. So no matter how interesting Itadori’s current fight is, when Gojo enters the battle, attention will be completely on him.
2. Levi Ackerman (Attack on Titan)
Eren is the first in the series to gain an extraordinary power that can boost the adrenaline of every viewer who watches his battles. However, the one who always steals attention will be none other than humanity’s strongest soldier, Levi Ackerman.
Levi is a cold and calculating man who will defy any giant opponent despite his physical limitations. When everything else is filled with uncertainty, Levi Ackerman is someone who is always trying to find a way to move forward. And that’s why he always outperforms the main character.
1. Roy Mustang (Fullmetal Alchemist)
Edward Elric is not an easily angered character. After all, he was a blond man with a metal arm and could make gunshots out of dirt. He is equipped with numerous attributes designed to make him stand out from the rest. And for the most part, it works extremely well.
However, there is a supporting character that can easily defeat Edward. His name is Colonel Roy Mustang. He is a fire alchemist that can ignite with a snap of his fingers. Not only that, he is also the only character who can burn Edward’s heart with his words. Not only that, but Roy’s cool demeanor, fiery tongue, and fiery attacks, even when Edward is fighting alongside him, make him appear more prominent than the protagonist.
