10 Best Anime Characters That Start With an X [With Images] (2024)

Anime characters appear in all shapes and sizes. They also appear under a variety of names. Some anime characters have first and last names; some have nicknames, and some have… well, they are always known as something. In that aspect, it is important to remember all of these names, which is why we have decided to bring you this list. This list will contain a list of anime characters that start with the letter X. They will be sorted alphabetically by the names they are known best, whether it is their first name, last name, or nickname.

1. X Drake (One Piece)

X Drake, a rear admiral in the Navy, serves as the commander of the secret division SWORD, operating undercover among pirates. As captain of the Drake pirates, he is nicknamed “Red Flag” and boasts a bounty of 222 million Berrys. Armed with a long saber and a four-bladed ax, his primary weapon, Drake possesses the Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Allosaurus Devil Fruit, enabling him to transform into an allosaurus. Despite his aspirations to follow in his Navy officer father Diez Barrels’ footsteps, Drake turned to piracy after facing mistreatment.

His past involves an incident on Minion Island, where he abandoned his father’s crew during a confrontation with Donquixote Doflamingo, leading to his enlistment in the Navy. In the New World, he infiltrates Kaido’s crew, attaining a significant role among the Six Flying Companions. Ultimately, during the Onigashima battle, his double game is exposed, forcing him to ally with Monkey D. Luffy and his allies.

X.S. Cash / Gyosan Money (Dragon Ball)

Gyosan Money arranges an extravagant World Martial Arts Tournament, known as the “Intergalactic Tournament,” to celebrate the birthday of their son, Dollar. The tournament promises a substantial prize of 100,000,000 zenis and the chance to face off against the renowned Mr. Satan. Despite the anticipation for alien contestants, it is later revealed that the participants were actually the disciples of Mr. Satan disguised as extraterrestrials. However, the event takes an unexpected turn when Boujack and his henchmen disrupt the tournament, killing the disguised participants and causing chaos. The situation is only brought under control when Son Gohan intervenes, putting an end to Boujack’s rampage and restoring order to the interrupted martial arts spectacle.

3. Xaver, Tom (Attack on Titan)

Tom Xaver, a loyal Eldian warrior serving Marley, was the former holder of the Giant Beast Titan. Focused on research due to his perceived unsuitability for battles, he joined a special scientific group dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of Titans. During this time, he observed potential successors and formed a unique bond with Zeke Jeager, who struggled in military exercises. Their friendship blossomed, with the two engaging in activities like playing catch ball and establishing a father-son-like connection.

Xaver revealed that many of Marley’s stories were inventions. Enigmatically, he expressed no regret for shortening his life to thirteen years. His decision stemmed from a personal tragedy; as a young man, he married a Marleyan woman and had a child while concealing his Eldian identity. Upon discovering the truth, his wife tragically killed their baby and herself. Xaver, burdened by grief, became an Eldian Warrior with a desire for a stylish form of suicide. Notably, he played a pivotal role in persuading Zeke to report his own parents to Marleyan authorities, a move meant to secure his survival and that of his grandparents.

4. Xerx Lugner (Black Clover)

Xerx Lugner is the deputy commander of the Purple Orca. Although considered by many to be a virtuous man, he is actually a corrupt Magical Knight who shows himself abusive towards ordinary citizens. While usually stationed on the edge of the kingdom, he returns to the capital to take part in the Royal Knight’s selection exam, before being brutally beaten by Zora for his treatment of an elderly woman. He is then possessed by the spirit of an elf following Patry’s ritual, and is subsequently defeated and purified by Asta. He uses ice-based magic.

5. Xerxes Break (Pandora Hearts)

Break, a member of Pandora known only as Break, serves the Rainsworth house and has a deep bond with Sharon, behaving more like an overprotective father than an older brother. Contracted with the Chain Mad Hatter, Break maintains his appearance despite spending ten years in the Abyss. Carrying a doll named Emily and harboring a love for sweets, Break presents a cheerful exterior but can reveal a darker side when needed. His real name is Kevin Regnard, and after losing his left eye to the Will of the Abyss, he became an illegal contractor seeking to change the past, ultimately leading to complex consequences and a journey of self-redemption.

6. Xiangca (Dragon Ball Super)

During the intense battle, Kale unleashes a powerful Meteor Blast, scattering energy spheres in all directions. Xiangca skillfully avoids one of these spheres, showcasing his agility. Engaging in a skirmish with Biarra, Xiangca narrowly escapes being launched into the void, utilizing his thrusters for a lifesaving maneuver. Quitela commands Xiangca to confront Universe 7 warriors, prompting Xiangca to create a mysterious red barrier around them. Illusions of fighters from erased universes resurface, seemingly seeking revenge. Although these illusions possess attacking capabilities, Piccolo discerns their true nature. Gohan deduces that one entity creates the illusions while the other exploits them for attacks. Piccolo, sensing Xiangca’s presence, locates and incapacitates her with a well-aimed ki blast.

7. Xiao-Mei (Fullmetal Alchemist)

Xiao Mei, a pet panda, becomes Mei Chang’s devoted companion after being abandoned due to illness as a puppy. Despite being mistaken for a cat by many due to her unfamiliarity with pandas, Xiao Mei fiercely protects Mei and occasionally displays cruelty towards those who approach her master, including Yoki and Edward. Adopted by Mei after being abandoned, Xiao Mei forms a strong bond with her, mirroring her actions and practices.

During a mission to capture a homunculus, Xiao Mei and Mei aid Scar, but Xiao Mei gets separated and is mistakenly taken care of by Alphonse Elric. Eventually reunited with Mei, the two embark on a journey with Scar and later appear in a family picture with the Elric brothers years later.

8. Xiao Long, Taiyang (RWBY)

Taiyang Xiao Long is Ruby and Yang’s father. He helps his eldest daughter train in Volume 4 after she loses her arm. He is still in contact with Raven.

9. Xiao Long, Yang (RWBY)

Yang Xiao Long, inspired by Goldilocks, is Ruby’s half-sister with a deep connection to Ruby’s mother, considering her an ideal mother figure due to being abandoned by her own biological mother as a child. Outgoing and playful, Yang’s Semblance enhances her strength in battle, allowing her to hit harder when facing challenges. Armed with metal gloves called Ember Celica, which can launch rockets, she excels in hand-to-hand combat. Despite losing her right arm while protecting Blake from Adam, she receives a combat prosthesis from her father.

10. Xiong, Hei (RWBY)

The manager of a club who seems to have some sort of connection with Torchwick. His weapon is a bazooka, which, if necessary, can be transformed into a club for close combat.

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