Assassins in anime are not merely stealthy killers—they’re frequently the coolest, most complex characters in the series. Be they guys who move in the darkness or walk openly to battle, these men and women marry precision, strength, and personality with unforgettable results. From paranormal methods to razor-sharp perceptions, the following is the greatest lineup of assassins in anime, each a legend in their.
1. Zeno Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)
Don’t be fooled by his age—Zeno Zoldyck is as cunning and deadly as they come. Being one of the older members of the notorious Zoldyck clan, Zeno is a Nen master and a terror emitter who converts experience and skill into sheer deadliness. Cold, calculating, and accurate, he’s evidence that in the assassin’s world, age can be a boon.
2. Toji Fushiguro (Jujutsu Kaisen)
Known as the Sorcerer Killer, Toji Fushiguro turns a lack of cursed energy into his greatest weapon. With unmatched physical strength, lightning-fast reflexes, and an arsenal of weapons courtesy of his cursed spirit partner, Toji’s the only man to push Gojo Satoru to the brink. In a world where energy reigns, Toji dominates through pure instinct and raw talent.
3. Itachi Uchiha (Naruto)
Itachi’s legacy is one of sacrifice and unmatched skill. A prodigy of the Uchiha clan, he executed his entire family to prevent civil war, shouldering the burden in silence. With his Mangekyo Sharingan, he wields fearsome abilities like Tsukuyomi and Amaterasu, and his brilliance in genjutsu, ninjutsu, and taijutsu makes him a near-mythical figure among shinobi.
4. Koro-sensei (Assassination Classroom)
Before becoming Class 3-E’s favorite instructor, Koro-sensei was the world’s greatest assassin. Altered from an antimatter experiment, he acquired Mach 20 speed, regeneration, and the ability to split the moon. Yes, he’s goofy-looking on the outside, but his life and powers are far from carefree.
5. Silva Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)
As the leader of the Zoldyck clan, Silva is the personification of superior assassin heritage. A strong Nen practitioner, Silva is a master of destructive aura-based strikes, uniting raw power with combat finesse. Silva’s intimidating reputation is well-deserved, and few approach his power, diversity, and strategic versatility.
6. Akame (Akame ga Kill!)
Armed with Murasame—a cursed blade that kills with a single cut—Akame is a one-woman army. Trained from childhood, she moves at blinding speed and strikes with lethal precision. Quiet, focused, and brutally efficient, Akame is one of anime’s most iconic assassins.
7. Kenshin Himura (Rurouni Kenshin)
Originally, the notorious Battosai, Kenshin’s art as an assassin during the Meiji Revolution earned him a living legend. Although he’s since taken a holy vow of never killing again, his expertise with swordsmanship, speed-quick reflexes, and fighting intuition continues to make him one of the deadliest fighters in anime history.
8. Kotomine Kirei (Fate series)
A priest with a darker side, Kotomine Kirei, is not only a martial arts master but also a master of magecraft. With god-level strength and a warped sense of justice, he serves as a one-man execution unit. His morally ambiguous character and cold nature only contribute to his position as one of the Fate series’ strongest assassins.
9. Hit (Dragon Ball Super)
Being the most feared assassin from Universe 6, Hit has his time-skipping power, which enables him to attack opponents even before they realize what is happening. Being a professional killer who can get better while fighting and having many years of experience working under many contracts, Hit is a very deadly killer who even got the better of Goku.
10. Killua Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)
Killua may seem like your average shonen sidekick, but his assassin heritage says it all. Bred to be an assassin from the time he was born by the Zoldyck clan, Killua’s agility, brains, and electric-based Nen are a recipe for disaster, despite his attempts to put his dark history behind him.
11. Gabimaru (Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku)
Gabimaru the Hollow is a shinobi with a body that can withstand anything—literally. Having survived numerous attempts at execution, his ninjutsu, taijutsu, and Tao-based attack proficiency turn him into a nearly invincible force. Cold, calm, and efficient, Gabimaru is the definition of what an assassin should be.
12. Yor Forger (Spy x Family)
By day, Yor is a sweet office employee and doting mother. By night, she’s the Thorn Princess—an assassin with strength, speed, and stealth equal to the best of the trade. Her secret life and skill at juggling house duties with a lethal mission are part of what makes her so unforgettable.
13. Lady Nagant (My Hero Academia)
A retired Pro Hero who became a government hitman, Lady Nagant’s rifle-like Quirk enables her to strike from almost any distance. With lethal accuracy and strategic smarts, she’s dropped high-profile targets with ease, showing that snipers in anime can be just as deadly as swordsmen.
14. Oboro (Gintama)
Oboro commands the Naraku, Gintama’s most lethal assassin squad. An expert in hand-to-hand combat and sword fighting, his ability is rivaled by the weight of his tragic past. Caught between obligation and heartbreak, Oboro is a complicated character whose strength is not merely in his prowess but in the events that have shaped him.
15. Elsa Granhiert (Re: Zero − Starting Life in Another World)
Also called the Bowel Hunter, Elsa is both beautiful and grotesque in her brutality. Her speed, stamina, and insatiable hunger for violence make her a wild card of a foe and a nearly invincible one—one who prospers on chaos.
16. Nagisa Shiota (Assassination Classroom)
Nagisa doesn’t possess flashy abilities or superhuman speed, but his stoic intensity and capacity to remain hidden are some of the most naturally talented assassin skills in anime. Strategic, observant, and unwavering under pressure, Nagisa proves that brains and precision can be as potent as brute force.
These assassins might be from various worlds and have different weapons, but they share one thing: a killer mix of skill, concentration, and presence. However much you may love their style, dread their force, or be fascinated by their tales, nobody can deny the mark these characters have made on anime.