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Anyone with their ear to the ground has likely heard the buzz around Dandadan, an adaptation of Yukinobu Tatsu’s million-selling oddball manga. Yukinobu Tatsu introduces Japanese yokai and otherworldly occult science fiction monsters as part of its shonen romance adventure. Indeed, anime is a treat for alien and occult fans, and much of its growing popularity is driven by these enthusiasts.
Studio Science Saru delivers an unapologetically weird, stylish, and anarchic opener that marks it out as one of anime’s first must-watch shows for the 2024 Fall season, keeping fans anticipating more. While Yokai and aliens may grab the most attention, the series also captivates viewers with its comedic references and entertaining humor.
Interestingly,Dandadan‘s creator recently revealed that his main focus in the manga wasn’t its unique concepts or compelling characters, but rather the comedic elements that he has always prioritized.
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Dandadanhas built up incredible hype over the past few months, becoming one of the most eagerly anticipated anime of the year. Unlike most anime that spend an episode or two explaining the backstory or its characters’ beliefs,Dandadantakes a different approach with its brisk pace that prioritizes getting straight to the big moments.
The story revolves around high school classmates Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura, aka Okarun. After a quick talk, eachrealizes they’re into slightly ‘out there’ interests. Momo believes in ghosts, while Okarun is mad at alien conspiracies.
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It wouldn’t be fair to say thatDandadanepisode 1 stood out just for its amazing animation; its rich comedy also entertained every viewer. In anexclusive interview with GameRant, Tatsu opened up about the importance of comedy and humor in his hit manga series. He said:
I really do think that comedy is the essence of Dan Da Dan. The roller coaster of how fast the emotions move is something I devoted so much attention to. And that so much of the comedy does come from the timing, it was really important for this kind of setting and world. We tried to really use the visual timing component to highlight the contrast between the serious character-driven moments and then the comedy, which was the serious part to us.
With its bold mix of both the supernatural and paranormal,Dandadanalways finds ways to surprise readers with strange occurrences and distinct characters. Yukinobu Tatsu’sDandadanis aunique manga seriesthat defies genre conventions by incorporating comedy elements into a thrilling storyline. Following the success of opening episodes, Tatsu added:
That you and some others who have had a chance to see the opening episodes have brought up that visual aspect of the comedy, I’m really glad that it seems to validate what we were going for.
The comedic aspects also allow for clever character development, as the absurd situations they find themselves in shed light on their personalities and quirks.
Though the story is really funny, it can get deep sometimes with intimate or heartbreaking scenes. These elements makeDandadana standout in the genre, providing fans with a fresh and entertaining experience.
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Dandadanis a testament to Yukinobu Tatsu’s writing, as the show goes from spooky to gross to hilarious to even cute, all in the span of a few minutes without ever feeling jarring. Not to forget, the anime even received anappraisal from Hideo Kojima, who praisedDandadanfor its unique animation style, stellar character designs, and voice acting on social media.
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While Okarun often steals the spotlight,Dandadanfocuses on Momo Ayase, as Yukinobu Tatsuhas expressed his intentto have a female lead from the start. Tatsu also revealed that his lack of experience with female protagonists posed a challenge for him.
Well, it seems the creator put a great deal of thought and effort into Momo’s character, as she’sbeen receiving plenty of praise and attention from fans. The mangaka also revealed that Okarun was a crucial character to enhance Momo’s likability, which was aclever choice as the duohas captured fans’ hearts.
Dandadanis available to stream on Netflix and Crunchyroll
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
