The presence of a mentor-like figure inanimeoften allows us to see an incredible characters journey.

These mentors are usually the reason for what our favorite characters later become in their arc.

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Chika, Reigen, and Himmel from multiple anime.

While his methods are unconventional, he prepares his students for the brutal world of meisters around them.

In fact, he is one of the biggest reasons that made Goku who he was.

Being Luffy’s grandfather, Garp trained him, but that doesnt mean he went easy on him.

Hinokami Kagura, Muzan, Tengen Vs Gyutaro

In the anime we love, there are side characters whose sheer presence steals the show from the protagonists.

Though his methods were extreme, Garp genuinely cared about these kids.

Plus, he makes learning look cool, which is a bonus.

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But beyond these skills and techniques, Jiraiya gives Naruto something even more important: his guidance.

Unlike celebrity heroes like All Might, Aizawa doesnt sugarcoat reality.

He constantly reminds his students that being a hero isnt about fame or glory, its about responsibility.

Koro sensei, Uncle Iroh and Kakashi Hatake.

His no-nonsense attitude and dedication to teaching his students keep him grounded and make him a very relatable character.

Yoriichi’s techniques inspired his students to create versions of their own.

These techniques were then passed down centuries after centuries and eventually led to Muzans downfall.

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Demon Slayer’s source material is very different from the anime.

His ability to balance tough training with emotional support made him one of the most well-rounded teachers of Naruto.

His lessons go beyond fire-bending as he teaches about life itself.

Franken Stein smiling in the Souls Eater anime.

And sometimes, all you need is a quiet moment and a cup of tea with him.

We can’t help but love them.

Master Roshi from Dragon Ball

Vice Admiral Garp holding a teacup in One Piece.

Gojo Satoru from Jujutsu Kaisen looking down with his eye mask off.

Jiraiya takes his final breaths in Naruto.

Eraser Head stands in front of the entirety of Class 1-A.

Yoriichi confronting Muzan in the Demon Slayer anime.

Kakashi holding up bells for the examination in Naruto.

Koro Sensei after destroying the moon in the Assassination Classroom anime.