All heroes need villains who create conflicts and further the story. These villains may be pure evil, like Dragon Ball's Frieza, or have a misguided world view like Naruto's Madara, who only wants peace. Either way, these antagonists are essential to the narrative, and sometimes end up becoming more popular than the protagonists.
While some villains like Dio Brando like to act on their own, others choose to identify themselves with a group of like-minded members who share a similar perspective towards their individual and collective goals. These evil organizations are some of the most popular and dangerous anime villain groups.
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10 Aizen's 10 Evil Swordsmen (Bleach)
Espada is a group of ten Arrancars, who are Hollows who removed their masks and gained Shinigami-like powers. The Espada are Sosuke Aizen's direct subordinate, privy to a huge chunk of his schemes and plans.
With tattoos numbered from 0 to 9, the members of this evil organization are the strongest, most sinister Arrancars in the Bleach universe. The Espada members are the mortal enemies of the Gotei 13 captains during Aizen's war. Rage, greed, and hedonism, among others, motivate them to wreak havoc in the Bleach universe.
9 The All-Powerful Oligarch (One Piece)
One Piece's World Government is a political institution that is supposed to ensure the world runs smoothly. While it seems to act in the favor of the average person on the surface, the World Government is riddled with corruption.
Unbeknownst to the public, the World Government does as it pleases, governing the world according to its whims. It freely revokes human rights and guiltlessly plays into the hands of the highest bidder, unconcerned about their citizens' well-being.
8 From Cravings Of Despair To Lifelong Trauma (Danganronpa)
Hope's Peak Academy's class 77B make up the ruthless cult, Ultimate Despair, under Junko Enoshima's leadership. Aided by Ultimate Animator Ryota Mitarai, Junko used Class 77B's representative's execution video to successfully condition them to crave despair.
However, a darker, more twisted fate awaited them after Enoshima's suicide. When she was their leader, Enoshima manipulated Ultimate Despair, leading them on a worldwide rampage to spread anguish. Under Enoshima's control, this evil organization orchestrated the biggest, most meaningless massacre in the Danganronpa franchise.
7 The Strongest Members Of The Demon Clan (The Seven Deadly Sins)
The Demon King handpicked the Ten Commandments, among whom he distributed ten fragments of half of his power. These Ten Commandments each embody a unique power that enables them to curse anyone who breaks a rule. This group serves as the chief antagonist of The Seven Deadly Sins.
While they are immune to each other's powers, the Ten Commandments are bound by their own rules. However, fans disagree about the Ten Commandments' evil status, considering the Demon King does not believe his actions are evil.
6 The Phantom Troupe Are A Band Of Murderous Thieves (Hunter X Hunter)
The Phantom Troupe led by Chrollo Lucilfer in Hunter X Hunter, is the mastermind behind some of the most atrocious acts in history. Infamous in the Hunter world for having Class-A bounties on their heads, the members of this evil organization are the culprits behind the slaughter of the Kurta clan.
Most members of this ruthless group originate from Meteor City. They don't adhere to any limits or ethics while executing complicated heists. The Phantom Troupe keeps the entire world on its toes.
5 Aogiri Tree Are Terrorists From The 24th Ward (Tokyo Ghoul)
Viewers have always expressed their disappointment with Tokyo Ghoul. However, most fans agree that Aogiri Tree is one of the best morally gray organizations in anime. Led by Eto Yoshimura, Aogiri Tree began as a safe house for persecuted and homeless ghouls.
As they grew in size and power, the members of Aogiri Tree were constantly at odds with the investigators at CCG, who declared them terrorists. With the One-Eyed Owl behind it, this group of ghouls had a notorious yet overpowered reputation.
4 Port Mafia Are Gangsters With A License For Crime (Bungou Stray Dogs)
Bungou Stray Dogs' Port Mafia is one of the most notorious criminal organizations in seinen anime. A mysterious organization led by Ogai Mori, the Port Mafia is a major antagonist in the series. A few well-known members of the Armed Detective Agency also have ties to this wicked group.
Despite being disreputable for their illegal activities, the Port Mafia has an Ability Business Permit, which allows them to execute underhanded business deals over the table. A group of mobsters, the Port Mafia houses some of the most powerful characters in the anime.
3 Team Rocket Is The Number One Threat To All Pokémon (Pokémon)
Led by Giovanni, Team Rocket is one of the evilest and most dangerous organizations in the Pokémon franchise. Of the entire organization, James, Jesse, and Meowth are the chief antagonists hindering Ash and his friends. Team Rocket goes above and beyond to kidnap and steal Pokémon for their selfish gain.
Team Rocket treats Pokémon like merchandise and sees them only as a means to an end. Obsessed with wealth and fame, Team Rocket pulls out all stops while pursuing Pokémon that have caught their fancy.
2 A Desire For Peace Led To Pain (Naruto Shippuden)
Naruto Shippuden's Akatsuki began as a group striving for world peace. However, the group took an evil turn under Nagato's leadership after his best friend Yahiko was murdered. The Akatsuki members were shinobi who abandoned their Hidden Villages.
The Akatsuki members became assassins, making the shinobi world a more dangerous place. The Akatsuki is one of the most popular evil organizations in shonen anime. Their characteristic black coats with red clouds stood out and instilled fear in shinobi everywhere.
1 The Most Influential Outcasts (Black Clover)
Black Clover is a shonen anime that fits the genre perfectly. Because of its gripping plot, it has been gaining popularity among newer anime fans. An evil organization led by Licht, the Eye Of The Midnight Sun houses outcast mages, each having a bone to pick with the Clover Kingdom.
Eye Of The Midnight Sun members are descendants of elves who possessed extraordinary powers. They are on a mission to search and gather all the magic stones which would restore them to their former glory, allowing them to destroy the Clover Kingdom.
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