Yesterday's winner was...
Death Note!!
We’ve reached the Final Four.
Every series left standing has already proven itself. From here on, it’s legacy vs impact.
Today’s matchup:🐉 Dragon Ball vs 🩸 Jujutsu Kaisen
The origin of modern shōnen faces its most ferocious descendant.
🐉 Dragon Ball
(ドラゴンボール)
This is where the blueprint was written.
Dragon Ball shaped how action anime works—training arcs, transformations, rivalries, and the joy of watching characters push beyond their limits.
Why it deserves a place in the Final Four:
- Laid the foundation for modern shōnen anime
- Iconic characters recognised across generations
- A spirit of adventure, humour, and constant growth
- An influence so deep that even its rivals owe it something
This isn’t just nostalgia—it’s the roots of the genre.
🩸 Jujutsu Kaisen
(呪術廻戦)
Fast, brutal, and uncompromising.
Jujutsu Kaisen represents the modern evolution of shōnen—darker themes, sharper choreography, and a world where consequences are real.
Why it earned its Final Four spot:
- Industry-leading animation and fight choreography
- A tone that blends horror, tragedy, and intensity
- Instantly iconic characters and moments
- A series that defines what current anime feels like
This is shōnen sharpened to a blade.
🗳️ Your Turn – Final Four Vote!
Who reaches the Grand Final?
- The genre-defining legacy and timeless adventure of Dragon Ball?
- Or the modern intensity and raw power of Jujutsu Kaisen?
💬 Vote with your comments and make your case—respectful debate encouraged.
原点か、進化か?(The origin… or the evolution?) 🔥