The Worst Anime Parents Who Traumatized Their Children

Parents in anime can vary greatly, from admirable to truly abusive, with some pushing their offspring to conquer deep-seated trauma or giving in to bitter feelings harbored over extended periods. Although parenthood is challenging, these particular parents exceed expectations in their cruelty towards their children.

The behavior of these individuals inflicts lasting physical and emotional damage on their children, causing them to suffer greatly for extended periods. Many find it difficult to sympathize with such abhorrent individuals who seem to disregard the fundamental values of fostering and caring for a new life.

Dario Brando

His Abuse Led To Dio Becoming A Horrid, Horrid Man

In the annals of anime, Dio Brando stands as one of the most memorable villains. The adaptation of “Phantom Blood” notably expanded upon Dio’s compelling origins. Born under the curse of being a son to the monstrous Dario Brando, Dio endured a life marred by hardship. His alcoholic father’s actions further exacerbated his struggles.

Despite harboring intense dislike towards his father and yearning to break free from the shackles of poverty, it’s undeniable that Dario’s behavior left deep scars on Dio. In his desperation to flee his wretched existence, Dio allowed greed to control him, even contemplating usurping Jonathan as the next Joestar heir.

Shou Tucker

Arguably The Worst Anime Father Of All Time

Many individuals who have watched “Fullmetal Alchemist” strongly dislike Shou Tucker due to his intense hatred. Despite this, Nina, his daughter, remains unaware of the true extent of her father’s monstrous nature.

In a frantic attempt to make his mixed-species experiments work out, Tucker merges Nina’s body with the family pet. This act results in one of the most terrifying scenes ever depicted in anime. The chimera’s pitiful utterance of “Ed… ward…” underscores how cruel and inhumane Tucker truly is, as it becomes apparent that he had sacrificed his own wife in a comparable alchemical experiment.

Rasa

Used Gaara Like A Tool And Manipulated Him Whenever He Could

Gaara’s father stands out as one of the most disappointing parents in the Naruto series, considering the number of less-than-ideal parents in it. Instead of nurturing his son, he turns him into a Jinchuriki, then intentionally inflicts trauma upon him for reasons that remain unclear.

I observed a situation where it was skillfully concealed that Gaara’s mother held him in deep affection, and cunningly, Yashamaru was made to feign enmity towards Gaara, fostering within him the traits of an unfeeling killing machine. His actions as a father were despicable, deserving of punishments far more severe than his eventual assassination and replacement by Orochimaru.

Gendo Ikari

Treated His Son Like A Tool

The animated series “Neon Genesis Evangelion” delves into mature themes and features one of the most poorly behaving anime fathers ever, as he tends to treat his adolescent son Shinji more as a tool for world-saving duties rather than offering support during this challenging time.

He rarely appears during Shinji’s challenges, which makes it difficult to witness the protagonist attempting to gain his father’s approval by taking action, even when he feels unprepared. His detached and strategic demeanor makes him unsuitable for fatherhood in all aspects. (Paraphrased)

Endeavor, AKA Enji Todoroki

His Abuse Caused Toya To Become Dabi

In the anime series “My Hero Academia,” Endeavor undergoes significant character transformation, a development that initially seemed unlikely given his initial introduction as an arrogant hero harboring jealousy towards All Might and disregarding Shoto’s feelings. However, as he ascends to become the top-ranked hero and attempts to mend relationships with his family, it is unveiled that he has a dark past involving atrocities committed during his time as a father.

Prior to Shoto’s birth, Endeavor had been preparing Toya as his potential successor. However, when it was discovered that Toya couldn’t wield the Quirk properly, Endeavor abandoned the boy. This abandonment pushed Toya over the edge, leading him to embrace villainy. Meanwhile, Shoto and their other children developed resentment towards Endeavor due to his relentless pursuit of having one of them take up his mantle at any cost, prioritizing succession above all else.

Charles Zi Britannia

Treated Lelouch Like Dirt

As an observer, I must admit that Lelouch isn’t your typical paragon of virtue. However, it becomes increasingly evident why he resorts to such extreme measures once you witness the appalling behavior of his father, Charles zi Britannia. It seems Lelouch was driven by a relentless desire to claim the throne, a wish that was brutally denied when his father dismissed him outright and manipulated his memories with the power of Geass.

His presence for Lelouch significantly diminished post-Marianne’s passing, often leaving Lelouch feeling neglected. This neglect has undoubtedly fostered a profound resentment in Lelouch towards his father, a resentment that drives him relentlessly to dethrone him at any cost.

Naruto Uzumaki

For An Orphan Who Desperately Wanted A Parent’s Love, He’s Oddly Absent In His Childrens’ Lives

One significant reason many dislike Boruto is due to Naruto’s lack of paternal presence. Given Naruto’s background as an orphan yearning for parental affection, one might expect him to be more nurturing towards his own children. However, it appears that the demands of being a Hokage outweighed these responsibilities in some people’s eyes.

Due to his carelessness, Boruto frequently resorts to dishonest tactics to earn his father’s recognition. Unfortunately, during the Chunin Exams at the Leaf Village, he is publicly rebuked instead. This harsh treatment towards Boruto, coupled with Naruto’s apparent lack of understanding, can be disheartening for viewers who have long admired Naruto and now find themselves questioning his fatherly behavior, causing a significant drop in respect for the beloved character.

Fritz

His Actions Caused Everyone To Hate Eldians

King Fritz’s greed for power was what primarily fueled the hatred towards Eldians, who possess the Titan abilities. Despite Ymir’s deep affection for him, unwavering protection, and bearing him three daughters, he viewed her merely as a tool throughout their relationship.

After her passing, Fritz becomes overwhelmed with desperation, compelling Maria, Rose, and Sina to consume their mother’s remains in order to inherit her powers. This act is undeniably appalling and would undoubtedly cause significant trauma to any child subjected to such a monstrous father.

2025-08-29 13:36