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In no specific order:
1) Satoru and Saki from Shin Sekai Yori. Mostly because they're both a bit sassy and fairly smart (Saki a bit more than Satoru). I could squeeze them.
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2) Ozaki from Shiki. He is ruthless and smart (although a bit slower than his monk friend at figuring things out). He's extremely determined and at times a bit scary but he follows through and he does what he needs to do. His development is great too.
3) Kyoko Sakura (Madoka) tied with number 4 as my fave character ever. She's kind of rude, eats a lot, is half carefree and then we get to see her give a fuck (cool character development although a common one). She also has a neat outfit (both casual and when kicking ass) and her little tooth turns me on is adorable.
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4) Nausicaa. I relate to this character the most. We have the same morals, care about the earth, etc etc. Also we both like pets. She's fairly badass and might be the best female heroine in the history of anime movies.
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5) Aki from Kamisama Dolls. He's great because he's insane. He's dangerous and hardly gives a fuck about anything. I have a thing for characters with manic laughs etc.
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When I was a child I used to read the Naruto manga, and as an aside I wanted to mention that Shikamaru is the best character (for anyone who is able to handle watching the filler fest anime).