Anime and manga that often keep viewers on their toes, demanding all their attention and energy as they follow intricately woven plots amidst dialogue. These narratives can range from subtle to heart-pounding, leaving audiences breathless. A similar genre is action-adventure that is also typically fast paced, but the scenes more often involve direct conflicts such as fight scenes or escape from imminent danger, whereas a thriller can have more of a psychological element that’s common in suspense.