Let the bracket chaos commence! After setting the field of 64, we’re officially kicking off round one of AniMarch Madness 2026 today. The tournament arc is here—and it’s time to see which anime will survive the first matches and start their legendary runs toward the crown.
AniMarch Madness isn’t just a bracket. It’s a month-long celebration of all the stories that have captivated us—the battles, the laughs, the heartbreaks, and the sheer joy of pure anime passion. It’s where old favorites collide with rising stars, and every match is an opportunity for us to nerd out together over what makes these series great!
How do you vote?
All voting for Round One happens through our Instagram and Discord. Follow us on Instagram so you don’t miss a poll, and join our Discord community for real-time bracket hype and all the spirited discussion that makes AniMarch Madness so fun!
Whether you’re Team Underdog or rooting once again for your all-time top seeds, make sure you get your votes in every single day. We’ll vote on eight matches today, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Ready? Steady? Vote. Debate. Celebrate!
Here’s to round one being as wild, fun, and genuinely geeky as only our community can make it!
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