Graced with an ethereal pair of wings and often a glowing halo around their heads, angels are often depicted as the most beautiful and serene characters in many types of visual art. At times, they are depicted as superpowerful beings capable of great feats of magic and at others, they can be the physical representation of loved ones who've passed on.

Kanade Tachibana (from Angel Beats!) was initially feared for her status as an angel, but as time went on, more about this young maiden was revealed.

Have any of the angelic illustrations below touched your heart?

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Characters sporting jet black wings tend to serve as polar opposites to their ivory-winged counterparts. While not necessarily evil, those with black wings tend to have intentions and goals that stray from typical morality.

Even with just a single black wing, it’s unlikely that Sephiroth (from the Final Fantasy VII franchise) would be confused for the story’s hero. Which of the dark-themed stunners below would you like to take under your wing?

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Angels are the messengers of Heaven in many religions. They are known for their purity of heart, kindness, and innocence, and so it’s not uncommon to see them in fantasy works as well as belief-inspired ones.

Can you feel the angelic vibes in the illustrations below?

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