It is the best-selling manga of all time (over 500 million copies). The Hook: Monkey D. Luffy, a boy who turns into rubber after eating a mystical fruit, searches for the ultimate treasure, the "One Piece," to become the King of the Pirates. Recommendation: Start with the manga for pacing, or use a "filler guide" for the anime. The Wano Arc (Episodes 890+ ) features movie-quality animation. Best for: World-building lovers. The lore runs deeper than Tolkien’s.