The Best Isekai Anime and Manga with Middle-Aged Protagonists

Although it seems like there are different types of protagonists. Many in anime and manga series. But the number of middle-aged protagonists seems to be few and far between. And even less so in anime or isekai manga. In general, A scenario in most anime and isekai manga where characters find themselves transported to magical realms. is to focus on a teenage hero who embarks on an epic adventure.

However, this piece showcases some of the best isekai series with much older main characters. These characters often navigate the path to second chances with a blend of humor, nostalgia, and experience. It creates an interesting story that resonates with a more mature audience. Therefore, for this work Here are some of the best isekai series with middle-aged protagonists.

6 Uncle from another world

Anime-Planet Rating: 3.8 / 5

at Uncle from another world Featuring a rather funny story that follows the lives of main character Takafumi Takaoka and his uncle Yousuke 'Ojisan' Shibazaki, the series begins after Yousuke Ojisan falls into a coma 17 years after a truck accident. Things become very confusing for Takafumi after Oji-san mysteriously regains consciousness. He claims to have been transported to another world called Gran Bahamal, where he received magical powers.

Takafumi ignored his uncle's words. Until Oji-san magically made the water cup float. At this juncture Takafumi comes up with the brilliant idea of ​​starting a YouTube channel to showcase his uncle's talents. Oji-san has just emerged from a coma at the age of 17 and is struggling with the progress made in his absence. Together with Takafumi, the pair is focused on developing their YouTube channel with Ojisan's new powers and otherworldly experiences.

5 GATE: Where the JSDF fights

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5

• Creator: Zao Satoru, Yanai Takumi
• Number of chapters: 136 (continuous)
• type: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

door This series presents a unique aspect of isekai that is not reincarnation or translife. But it is the coexistence of two worlds that seem to be joining together rather than just colliding. The protagonist is Youji Itami, an off-duty Japan Self-Defense Force officer. Find yourself at the center of the narrative after suddenly A mysterious large gate appeared in the middle of the city. Spawning various supernatural creatures and warriors on his way to his favorite doujin convention.

Acting quickly, Youji saves as many lives as possible in the time the rest of the JSDF can mobilize. Three months after the attack, Youji once again finds himself at the vanguard of a special JSDF recon team that will be sent to the world beyond the mysterious gate. As the leader of a patrol team, Youji soon realizes that the fate of both worlds depends on whether he and his team fail or succeed in their mission.

4 great monk

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5

The hard work put into this series doesn't seem to pay off as it should, to be honest. And a prime example of this is the protagonist in the first episode, the hardest-working salaried man in Japan, who works and toils every day until his untimely and unfortunate death. and is now reincarnated into the world of Galdardia as Luciel. Not particularly eager to enslave another life, Luciel decided to follow the path of the healer and headed quickly with his head and hand towards the small town of Merratoni.

There, he learned the rare value of a healer in his new world. and join the Association of Healers To unlock his potential in magic and as a healer, Luciel reaches his breaking point when he fails to save someone. and because of the fault of that person's death So he decided to become stronger to help others. To pursue his decision, Luciel became an adventurer and traveled through the land of Galdardia, earning a reputation as a selfless healer.

3 Saga of Tanya the Evil

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5

The story of wisdom between humans and gods The Legend of the Wicked Tanya Follow the life of Famously known as the “Demon of the Rhine,” protagonist Tanya Degurechaff is a child soldier of the Empire. However, beneath the child's skin lies the spirit of the man who defied Being X and was defeated, causing him to be reborn as Tanya.

Tanya remains committed to the challenge. But she is convinced that she can achieve world peace with her methods. and strive to climb the ranks of the Imperial soldiers as quickly as possible. But between her embarrassment on the battlefield and the Empire's constant war, being in the empire like never before. and quickly made it one of the most formidable countries in history. It remains to be seen whether Tanya will outlive the gods or not.

2 Log Horizon

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.1 / 5

Virtual reality blends with reality in Log Horizon In the series, as thirty thousand Japanese gamers find themselves stranded in the popular MMORPG Elder Tale, protagonist Shiroe, a socially awkward college student, finds himself surrounded by that is stuck in the game as well

Shiroe, being an Elder Tale expert, had no time to lament about his situation. Instead, he sought to explore the limits of his sudden reality. With food in the game that is tasteless recovery from death and boring NPC conversations, Elder Tale can no longer look any closer to the reality players leave behind. Instead, Shiroe and his allies are determined to adapt to the reality. This new reality is as unremarkable as possible.

1 Overlord

Anime-Planet Rating: 4.2 / 5

The quest for world domination in Overlord The series begins with some strange advice. caused by a seemingly impossible situation The story takes place in the same world as the famous MMORPG Yggdrasil, where the protagonist is expected to spend his final days inside the game until the servers are shut down.

Things started to escalate as the clock finally counted down. And the protagonist Momonga finds that he can no longer leave the game. With only his character's immense power remaining mysteriously transferred to the real version of Yggdrasil. Momonga is looking for an opportunity to rule the world. That seems possible for Arklich. With the help of the General Momonga began searching for a worthy opponent while exploring the possibility of other players like him in this new world.