Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure
Introduction
I finished Steel Ball Run, so I am writing about what makes Jojo’s great.
The series is written by Hirohiko Araki, who is a globally acclaimed mangaka. Fun fact: Araki went to fine arts school and has many collabs with high-end fashion brands. He even had some pieces for Jojo’s shown in the “Louvre”.
Characters and Stands
Everyone who enjoys Jojo’s can agree. The creativity of the characters and stands in Jojo is what makes the series. I’m not discounting the other things Araki does well in Jojo’s, like storytelling, themes, and symbolism.
However, I find myself watching for the fights and interactions between unique stand abilities. The strategic depth and variety in these fights add a layer of excitement and engagement. Each encounter feels fresh and unpredictable. And it doesn’t seem to get stale because Araki comes up with the perfect battleground to showcase the stands.
My Favorite Stands
| Part | Stands |
|---|---|
| Stardust Crusaders | Star Platinum, Strength, Death Thirteen, Tohth |
| Diamond is Unbreakable | Crazy Diamond, Echoes, Pearl Jam, Cheap Trick, Boy II Man |
| Vento Aureo | Gold Experience, Sex Pistols, Mr. President, Chariot Requiem, King Crimson, Beach Boy |
| Stone Ocean | Made in Heaven, Bohemian Rhapsody, Weather Report |
| JoJolion | |
| Steel Ball Run | Tusk, Hey Ya!, Mandom, Civil War |