Fake Tears Alert: 10 Anime Deaths That Didn’t Move Us At All

1. Shou Tucker in "Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood" (2009-2010)

Shou Tucker, also known as the "Sewing-Life Alchemist," is notorious among anime fans for his despicable actions. When he transmutes his daughter Nina and her dog into a single chimera creature, viewers were shocked and revolted. However, when Tucker's life ended at the hands of Scar, the only emotion it evoked was a feeling of satisfaction. His death scene felt more like justice than a tragedy, which significantly reduced the emotional impact. With a character as vile as Tucker, it's no wonder viewers didn't shed a tear when he met his end.

2. Makoto Itou in "School Days" (2007)

Makoto Itou, the main character in the psychological drama "School Days," is a textbook example of a character whose death fails to elicit any sympathy. Makoto's manipulative and self-centered behavior had already alienated most viewers by the time of his demise. His death, rather than being tragic or moving, felt like a just conclusion to his countless misdeeds. The grisly nature of his end served as a harsh punishment and did not contribute to creating an emotional moment that would move the audience.

3. Nobuyuki Sugou in "Sword Art Online" (2012-2013)

Nobuyuki Sugou, also known as Fairy King Oberon, served as the main antagonist in the second arc of "Sword Art Online." Sugou's villainous actions, including his manipulative and deceitful nature, earned him the ire of many viewers. When Kirito finally defeated him in a brutally one-sided battle, the audience felt a sense of relief rather than sadness. His death was a direct consequence of his misdeeds and brought about a sense of poetic justice rather than an emotional loss.

4. Danzou Shimura in "Naruto: Shippuden" (2007-2017)

Danzou Shimura, a character known for his dubious ethics and questionable decisions, is hardly a fan favorite in the "Naruto" series. While his death at the hands of Sasuke was expected to tug at the heartstrings, it instead came across as an inevitable consequence of his actions. His death, while revealing some hidden facets of his character, did little to sway the audience's opinion about him. The lack of emotional connection made his death scene feel less impactful than it was intended to be.

5. Tsukishima in "Bleach" (2004-2012)

Tsukishima, a member of the villainous Fullbringers, manipulates people's memories for his personal gain in the "Bleach" series. His actions cause a lot of harm and confusion among the protagonists, making him a disliked character. His death at the hands of Byakuya Kuchiki during the Fullbringer Arc didn't spark a strong emotional response from viewers. The overall sentiment was that it was a fitting end for a character who had brought nothing but trouble.

6. Justice in "Afro Samurai" (2007)

"Justice," if you can call this one-eyed cowboy that, is as likable as a pebble in your shoe. He's the main antagonist who ruthlessly kills Afro's father and basically derails our hero's life. So when Afro finally exacts his revenge in the final face-off, the viewers are cheering rather than sobbing. It's the kind of cathartic death scene where you throw popcorn at your TV with a cheer rather than fumble for a Kleenex.

7. Zouken Matou in "Fate/Stay Night: Heaven's Feel" (2017-2020)

Let's be honest, this man was more of a pest than a character, clinging onto life with an unhealthy obsession. When he finally meets his end, it's more like stepping on a particularly annoying cockroach than a moment of profound loss. His death was simply a plot necessity, and for viewers, it was more a relief than a shock. The sighs heard around the anime community were not of sadness, but of the satisfaction of finally being done with him.

8. Gendo Ikari in "Neon Genesis Evangelion" (1995-1996)

Gendo Ikari, the emotionally detached father to protagonist Shinji Ikari, was far from a sympathetic character throughout the series. His death, rather than being a climactic, moving moment, felt somewhat anticlimactic. His convoluted plan to reunite with his deceased wife had caused pain and suffering for many, and his demise was seen by viewers as retribution. As cold and calculating as he was, his death scene did not exactly have the viewers reaching for the tissue box. Instead, it was an ending that brought resolution to his cruel machinations.

9. Ragyo Kiryuin in "Kill la Kill" (2013-2014)

Ragyo Kiryuin, the main antagonist of "Kill la Kill," was a character who was hard to feel for. A power-hungry fashionista with a flair for theatrics, her demise at the hands of her daughter Ryuko was more a celebration than a mournful event. Ragyo's lack of empathy towards others, combined with her overbearing and cruel nature, made her death feel satisfying, closing out a chapter of villainy and control. With such a villainous character, her death was not exactly a teary-eyed farewell.

10. Bondrewd in "Made in Abyss" (2017)

Finally, we have Bondrewd from "Made in Abyss." This man's actions were so despicable that when his end finally came, viewers felt a sense of justice rather than sorrow. As a researcher with no regard for ethics or human life, he conducted gruesome experiments on children. When his existence was finally snuffed out, it felt more like the righting of a terrible wrong than a moment of poignant loss.