14 Amazing Images That Reimagine Lord Of The Rings As An Anime

Lucas Aquino

Buckle up, fellow Hobbits, and enter a realm where Middle-earth meets the dynamic energy of Dragon Ball in a fusion of fantasy like never before. The Lord of the Rings trilogy, hailed as the epitome of cinematic storytelling, has etched its place in history as one of the best movie franchises ever. 

Now, let’s imagine the iconic characters of Middle-Earth taking on a vibrant new form in the unmistakable art style of Dragon Ball, thanks to the effort of Redditor u/Macilento. In this visual symphony, Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn, and others undergo a breathtaking transformation, blending the epic narrative of J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece with the electrifying aesthetics of Akira Toriyama's creation.

Let’s make haste, and dive right into this magical world, where the power of the One Ring fused with the Saiyan’s might to create the ultimate crossover!

#1. Aragorn Looks Like A Black-Haired Version Of Trunks From Dragon Ball Z

Aragorn Looks Like A Black-Haired Version Of Trunks From Dragon Ball Z Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#2. The Protagonist, Frodo, Looks Like A Kid, With A Bit Of Resemblance To Son Goku

The Protagonist, Frodo, Looks Like A Kid, With A Bit Of Resemblance To Son Goku Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#3. Gandalf The Grey Looks Badass Wielding The Flame Sword In The Dark

Gandalf The Grey Looks Badass Wielding The Flame Sword In The Dark Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#4. The Haunting Gollum Looks Much Cuter In Anime Version, Though Still Retains His Vicious Gaze

The Haunting Gollum Looks Much Cuter In Anime Version, Though Still Retains His Vicious Gaze Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#5. Samwise Gamgee, Frodo’s Best Friend And Ally, Is A Jolly And Chubby Dude In The Anime World

Samwise Gamgee, Frodo’s Best Friend And Ally, Is A Jolly And Chubby Dude In The Anime World Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#6. The Master Archer, Legolas, Is Beautifully Demonstrated In The Dragon Ball Art Style

The Master Archer, Legolas, Is Beautifully Demonstrated In The Dragon Ball Art Style Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#7. The Dwarf Gimli Looks Incredibly Muscular And Fierce. Why Need An Axe When You Can Rip Your Enemies With Your Bare Hands?

The Dwarf Gimli Looks Incredibly Muscular And Fierce. Why Need An Axe When You Can Rip Your Enemies With Your Bare Hands? Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#8. The Young Pippin Looks Even Younger In The Anime Realm

The Young Pippin Looks Even Younger In The Anime Realm Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#9. Midjourney Replace Merry’s Iconic Blonde Hair With Black, But This Version Doesn’t Look Half Bad, Either

Midjourney Replace Merry’s Iconic Blonde Hair With Black, But This Version Doesn’t Look Half Bad, Either Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#10. One Does Not Simply Turn Into An Anime Character, Boromir

One Does Not Simply Turn Into An Anime Character, Boromir Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#11. Saruman May Look A Bit Like Gandalf, But We Can Clearly See The Hate In His Eyes

Saruman May Look A Bit Like Gandalf, But We Can Clearly See The Hate In His Eyes Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#12. The Malevolent Sauron Looks Like A Dragon Ball Final Boss With This Badass Armor

The Malevolent Sauron Looks Like A Dragon Ball Final Boss With This Badass Armor Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#13. The Beautiful Galadriel Looks Even More Stunning In Anime Art Style

The Beautiful Galadriel Looks Even More Stunning In Anime Art Style Source: u/Macilento, Reddit

#14. And Last But Not Least, We Have Elrond, The King Of The Elves

And Last But Not Least, We Have Elrond, The King Of The Elves Source: u/Macilento, Reddit
Do you want to see an anime version of Lord of the Rings on the big screen? Would you want the original cast to do the voice acting? Let us know in the comments.