The possibility of an anime adaptation of Steel Ball Run , an iconic installment of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure , has fueled debate among fans since the release of the first season. Considered one of the most popular installments of the manga, everything indicates that Steel Ball Run will be officially confirmed at the "JoJo Day" event in 2025.
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- Anime made with AI generates controversy among fans
To achieve its desired success, the anime needs crucial reasons in this new adaptation. Check out the list:
6. Capture the comedic essence of Gyro's song
Steel Ball Run 's most memorable scenes doesn't involve epic battles or tense moments, but rather a comical interaction between Johnny and Gyro. During the race, Gyro plays Johnny a song he composed, repeating only the words "pizza" and "mozzarella." Therefore, Johnny's reaction, whether sincere or ironic, highlights the unique chemistry between the characters.
5. Better develop the rivalry between Johnny and Diego
The conflict between Johnny Joestar and Diego Brando mirrors the franchise's classic rivalry between the Joestar family and Dio Brando. However, in Steel Ball Run , this rivalry is reflected in several confrontations throughout the race and culminates in the final battle, where Johnny faces an alternate version of Diego using The World.
4. Simplify Funny Valentine's powers in Steel Ball Run
Funny Valentine's Stand, Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (D4C) , is one of the most complex in the series. Its ability to travel between dimensions and manipulate alternate versions of itself creates unique fights. However, at first, D4C's use of powers is confusing and inconsistent.
3. Reinforce Funny Valentine's villainy
Funny Valentine is an atypical villain in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure , often portrayed as honorable and even sympathetic. However, his actions are clearly selfish, such as using the Holy Corpse to protect the United States at the expense of the rest of the world.
The anime must avoid portraying Valentine in an overly heroic light. While he's a complex character, it's important that his villainy remains evident while maintaining the integrity of the plot.
2. Minimize the use of CGI
While the use of CGI is a growing trend in anime, its use in Stone Ocean was widely criticized, especially in the scenes involving Stands. In Steel Ball Run , with its stunning aesthetics and action scenes involving horses, traditional animation should be prioritized. David Production will face the challenge of balancing visual quality and practicality, but reducing the CGI will be essential to maintaining the beauty of the manga's original art.
1. Weekly release to increase hype
Stone Ocean lost some engagement when Netflix adopted a batch release format instead of weekly episodes. This model made it difficult to build anticipation among fans.
For Steel Ball Run , adopting a weekly format is essential. This way, the series can consistently build hype, keeping fans engaged throughout the season.
Ultimately, with these adjustments, Steel Ball Run is poised to be a milestone for both JoJo fans and the anime universe. Furthermore, AnimeNew will await "JoJo Day" in 2025 for the long-awaited adaptation.
