Filler arcs can actually be good
Not all filler is trash — some hits different.
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Filler arcs can actually be good
Not all filler is trash — some hits different.
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About this poll
Not all filler is trash — some hits different. Anime rankings span four distinct eras of the medium — the classic theatrical period, the late-90s explosion, the long-form 2010s, and the modern streaming-era boom. Every era has its peaks, and your S tier reveals which era shaped your taste. The matchup is Agree versus Disagree.
Why the question is worth voting on
Hot takes work because they force you to commit. The statement is designed to provoke a reaction — but the result, in aggregate, is the more interesting data. Sometimes the consensus on a "controversial" take turns out to be one-sided. Sometimes the population genuinely splits 50/50 on something a vocal minority pretended was settled. Both outcomes are useful.
How voting works
This is a hot take. The statement above is intentionally provocative. Vote agree if you genuinely buy the position, disagree if you don't. After voting you'll see how everyone else split — sometimes the consensus surprises.
Where the consensus stands
This poll is fresh — your vote is among the first. Be early. The first 100 voters disproportionately shape the consensus, because each new vote becomes a smaller fraction of the total. Lock in your tier list and check back later to see how the aggregate shifts as more people weigh in.
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Share your result
After voting, you'll see how your tier list or pick compares to the consensus. The result page is shareable — most of our voters end up arguing with at least one friend after sharing theirs. If you want to see more polls in this category, browse anime or check out the Hot Ranking blog for essays on tier lists, ranking culture, and the great GOAT debates.