6. Jobless Reincarnation
Release Year: 2021
Genre: Action, Drama, Ecchi, Isekai
Studio: Studio Bind
Where To Watch: Crunchyroll
Why It Rocks: In a way, I resent having ever watched Jobless Reincarnation because it’s forced me to raise my standards for isekai as a genre. The show follows Rudeus Greyrat, the isekai’d reincarnation of a previously slothful man, as he gets a new lease on life in the dreamy-yet-perilous fantasy world. To say Rudeus doesn’t start out likable is an understatement. He routinely uses his youthful appearance to take advantage of most of the women he meets. It packs visually impressive anime and an enchanting soundtrack, but its real strength lies in Rudeus’ journey to become a better person. The show doesn’t pull its punches when it comes to Rudeus’ second coming-of-age story, either.
