Summary
- Strong isekai protagonists opt for pacifism, using their powers for peace and problem-solving, not violence.
- From Touya to Shiroe, some protagonists prioritize non-violence, diplomacy, and intelligence over brute force.
- Rimuru & Sora/Shiro showcase that violence isn't always needed if strategic thinking and diplomacy can suffice.
It is quite ironic that most of the strongest and overpowered isekai anime protagonists choose to be pacifists. Instead of using their powers to effortlessly wipe away their enemies, they would rather not and would prefer to use non-violent ways to solve their issues. This admirable act allows these protagonists to stand out in their worlds and the isekai genre for choosing not to partake in violent acts that are quite common within the isekai genre.
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These characters only use their powers when necessary, like to protect their loved ones or to protect their country’s peace. Before they got to the point of using force, they would have implemented non-violent tactics like negotiation, mediation, diplomacy, and so on.
6 Touya Mochizuki
In Another World With My Smartphone
In Another World With My Smartphone
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- 2017 - 2023
- Studio
- Production Reed, J.C.Staff
- Creator
- Patora Fuyuhara
- Number of Episodes
- 24
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll
After being reincarnated into a fantasy world with his smartphone and divine blessings, Touya chooses to use his new powers for peaceful resolutions and improving people’s lives instead of seeking conflict or fighting like most isekai protagonists do.
This laid-back protagonist strays away from the conventional role because instead of using his powers to fight or eliminate monsters, he uses them for construction, healing, and problem-solving rather than destruction. As the king, he does not resort to war to solve kingdom disputes, but political alliances and negotiations to settle conflicts.
5 Flio
Chillin' In Another World With Level 2 Super Cheat Powers
Chillin' in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers
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- April 8, 2024
- Studio
- J.C.Staff
- Creator
- Miya Kinojo
- Number of Episodes
- 12
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll
Flio was summoned to be a hero, but his weak stats put him at a disadvantage, incapable of doing his work or gaining the trust of those around him. However, he does not remain weak for long as he quickly discovers that his Level two status grants him infinite power, changing his status from weak to overwhelmingly powerful.
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Flio’s overwhelming abilities do not move him as he prefers to live a peaceful life where he does not have to use his powers and does not have an interest in fighting wars or becoming a hero. He tries to avoid violence whenever possible and focuses his strength only on protecting those he cares about.
4 Kazuya Souma
How A Realist Hero Rebuilt The Kingdom
How A Realist Hero Rebuilt The Kingdom
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- 2021 - 2022
- Studio
- J.C.Staff
- Creator
- Dojyomaru
- Number of Episodes
- 26
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll, Hulu
Kazuya is an isekai protagonist who stands out from other isekai heroes because he disassociates himself from using excessive force to achieve his goals. Rather, he relies on pacifism through pragmatism and diplomacy. Given the task of rebuilding the kingdom of Elfriden, he uses politics, economics, and social reforms to prove that leadership does not require going to war.
However, he is not blinded by pacifism and does not let it hinder his goal of having a peaceful kingdom. He is not afraid to do what he needs to do to protect the peace of his kingdom.
3 Shiroe
Log Horizon
Log Horizon
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- 2013 - 2021
- Studio
- Satelight, Studio Deen
- Creator
- Mamare Touno
- Number of Episodes
- 62
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll, Hulu
When Shiroe finds himself trapped in the Eldertale game, he has to do what he can alongside his friends to survive and adapt to his new setting. Shiroe prioritizes intelligence, diplomacy, and governance over brute force. In a bid to promote peace, he creates the Round Table Alliance to unite different guilds and factions through diplomacy and stop guild rivalries without fighting.
While he avoids violence, he isn’t naive and will take action when needed. However, for Shiroe to fight, he must have run out of options or ways to resolve the issues without using force.
2 Rimuru Tempest
That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
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- October 5, 2018
- Studio
- 8bit
- Creator
- Fuse
- Number of Episodes
- 72
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll
Rimuru is reincarnated as a slime, and in his new life, he takes diplomacy and peaceful coexistence seriously. Despite being insanely powerful and ahead of most of the troublemakers in his world, he does his best to avoid violence and tries to form alliances and create a nation where different races can live peacefully.
It is important to note that despite being a pacifist and trying to avoid using violence as a means to solve issues, Rimuru will not hesitate to fight, especially when peace is threatened, as seen during the massacre of Falmuth’s army. Rimuru takes violent actions only because his people were killed.
1 Sora And Shiro
No Game No Life
No Game, No Life
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- 2014 - 2014
- Studio
- Madhouse
- Creator
- Yuu Kamiya
- Number of Episodes
- 12
- Streaming Service(s)
- HIDIVE, Hulu
These individuals are an undefeated gaming sibling pair from No Game No Life. Through their actions, they prove that violence is unnecessary when intelligence and strategy can win every battle. After being transported to Disboard, a world where all conflicts must be resolved through games instead of war, they use their brilliant minds and psychological warfare to outthink opponents without ever resorting to violence.
Through their strategic minds, they are able to take control of the human kingdom without shedding a single drop of blood. They rely on exploitation, manipulation, and outsmarting their opponents because they enjoy it and because violence is prohibited in Disboard, and also, they lack the physical strength to fight.
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