Written by the legendary Naoki Urasawa, this story follows a group of friends who realize a cult leader is using a "Book of Prophecy" they wrote as children to destroy the world. 5. Sports (Spokon)

Why it’s popular: A power-fantasy done right—fun world-building, lovable characters, and surprisingly smart politics. Manga: The manga’s art is fantastic and a bit more detailed than the anime’s early seasons.