From CBR · Demi Phillips · · 1m 30s
5 Isekai Anime Where the Hero Isn't Human
Anime heroes wake up as machines, skeletons, or slimes in these isekai stories.
In brief
Anime heroes wake up as machines, skeletons, or slimes in these isekai stories. Five anime series feature protagonists who are not human, including vending machines, skeletons, and slimes, each with unique survival and growth challenges. Originally reported by CBR.
Quick answers
- So I'm a Spider, So What?
- Kumoko begins as a spider monster in a dungeon with creatures much stronger than her.
- What is the key takeaway from 5 Isekai Anime Where the Hero Isn't Human?
- Five anime series feature protagonists who are not human, including vending machines, skeletons, and slimes, each with unique survival and growth challenges.
Boxxo: Vending Machine Hero

Boxxo awakens as a vending machine in a fantasy world after dying in an accident.
“Boxxo can change the products he sells, spend points on upgrades, and use barriers to defend himself and other people.”
Arc: Skeletal Knight

Arc wakes up as a seven-foot armored skeleton with a strong sense of justice.
“Arc's appearance makes him easily mistaken for a monster if his armor is removed.”
Teacher: Sentient Sword

Teacher is a sentient blade who needs Fran to wield him and grow strong.
“Fran names him Teacher and becomes his wielder after saving herself.”
Kumoko: Spider Monster

Kumoko starts as a tiny spider monster in a dungeon filled with stronger creatures.
“Kumoko uses webs and traps to survive while avoiding being eaten.”
Rimuru: Slime Hero

Rimuru awakens as a slime and builds a home for monsters in his new world.
“Rimuru consumes targets to gain abilities and eventually becomes a formidable being.”
Reincarnated as a Vending Machine
Boxxo's unique abilities include changing products, upgrading, and defending others.
“Boxxo can change the products he sells, spend points on upgrades, and use barriers to defend himself and other people.”
Skeleton Knight in Another World
Arc's skeletal form creates tension between his appearance and his strong moral compass.
“Arc's appearance makes him easily mistaken for a monster if his armor is removed.”
Reincarnated as a Sword

Teacher requires Fran to wield him and grow strong as a partner.
“Fran names him Teacher and becomes his wielder after saving herself.”
So I'm a Spider, So What?
Kumoko begins as a spider monster in a dungeon with creatures much stronger than her.
“Kum: Kumoko uses webs and traps to survive while avoiding being eaten.”
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
Rimuru builds a home for monsters after awakening as a slime.
“Rimuru consumes targets to gain abilities and eventually becomes a formidable being.”
The big picture
Five anime series feature protagonists who are not human, including vending machines, skeletons, and slimes, each with unique survival and growth challenges.





