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(#1) Portgas D. Ace
During a battle with the Marines, Portgas D. Ace finds himself in a fight he can't win. Although his fire abilities make him largely resistant to burns, he can't stand up to magma, which flows freely from the wicked Admiral Akainu.
From the first moments of their battle, Ace knows he's outmatched. However, when Akainu turns his attention to Ace's adopted brother Luffy, the pirate sacrifices himself to protect his family.
As Akainu hurdles towards Luffy, Ace steps into the line of fire, and a magma fist goes straight through his torso. He survives just long enough to thank his fellow pirates for loving him. His death marks one of the saddest moments in One Piece.
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(#8) Yuzuru Otonashi
- Angel Beats!
In the final moments of his life, Yuzuru Otonashi never stops to consider his own wellbeing. After he's gravely injured in a train accident, he uses the remainder of his strength to help as many of the other crash survivors as he can.
This noble act comes at the cost of his own convalescence, and before long, he's passed on into the afterlife setting of Angel Beats.
Otonashi's final act of selflessness isn't truly felt until after his death, as before he perishes, he signs a waver that allows doctors to harvest his organs. In Japan, it's extremely rare for people to agree to organ donation. Whether it was his parents choice or his own, overcoming cultural reluctance to save lives is a major act of heroism.
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(#12) Armin Gets Burned To A Crisp To Distract The Colossal Titan In 'Attack On Titan'
Due to his quick-thinking and intelligence, Armin is able to come up with a plan to defeat the Colossal Titan during the Return to Shiganshina arc. But it came with a gruesome sacrifice. In order to weaken his body and allow Eren the chance to take him down, Armin attaches himself to the Colossal Titan's teeth while he emits heat from his body. During that time, Armin suffers a painful sacrifice as the searing heat scorches his body. No one would have the guts to do what Armin did, making him one of the bravest heroes on Attack on Titan.
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(#2) Neji Hyuga
- Naruto, Naruto Shippūden, Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire, Naruto Shippuden the Movie: Bonds, Naruto Shippuden the Movie
Out of all the heroic sacrifices in Naruto, Neji Hyuuga's is perhaps the most jarring, as he gives up his life to save his family and friends.
During a battle against the Ten-Tails, Naruto is nearly impaled by a vicious attack. With the show's hero down for the count, Hinata comes to his aid, determined to defend Naruto until the bitter end.
Neji isn't ready to see his cousin perish, so he stands in front of her and takes brunt of the beast's attack. As he dies, he tells Naruto to appreciate Hinata's dedication, and alludes to the time Naruto helped him overcome some problems he'd had with the complicated Hyuuga family.
Neji's death is devastating, as it's legitimately heroic and totally voluntary. Neji could have easily escaped while Ten-Tails had its way with Naruto, but he instead chose to give up his life so his friends might live on.
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(#17) Chiriko
- A Lonely Cow Weeps at Dawn
Chiriko is only 13 years old, but his sacrifice demonstrates a degree of courage that's notably absent in many of the show's adults.
When a Seiryuu warrior named Miboshi takes over Chiriko's body using a summoned beast, the two become physically linked. At first, Chiriko is forced to attack his allies, but he eventually breaks the cycle by attacking his own body, as his self-mutilation also harms Miboshi.
In the world of Fushigi Yuugi, healing magic exists, but Chiriko knows any aid he receives will also benefit Miboshi. Because of this, he refuses treatment, and dies along with the villain.
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(#6) Hannes
Hannes doesn't fit into the conventional anime hero mold, but he puts his life on the line when it matters most. Before the Titans commenced their attack on the town of Zhiganshina, Hannes spent most of his time drinking, and was little more than a societal leech.
However, when Hannes sees a Titan going after Eren, Mikasa, and Carla, he does everything he can to ensure their survival. He can't save Carla, who is trapped under the debris from her destroyed house, but he does manage to get Eren and Mikasa out of harm's way.
Hannes prioritizes their safety over his own, which leaves him open to attack, and he's soon eaten by the ravenous Titan. Death is a daily reality in Attack on Titan, but his unexpected sacrifice deserves special acclaim.
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