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Mob Psycho 100stands as an unparalleled masterpiece in recent anime history. The anime follows the story of the journey of Shigeo Kagayama, a young man wielding immense psychic power while grappling with suppressed emotions. Throughout the series, he works with a self-proclaimed spirit medium to gain control over his powers, captivating fans worldwide with Mob’s compelling character.
In the realm of anime, few series have captured the hearts and minds of viewers quite likeMob Psycho 100. To truly appreciate the supremacy ofMob Psycho 100, calling it one of the best shonen series of this generation would be an understatement.
While the manga was celebrated as a masterpiece with a significant legacy in the community, the anime had big shoes to fill, yet it rose to meet fans’ expectations. Interestingly, the manga’s author once revealed how profoundly moved he was after watching the first teaser of the anime, making him question his own creativity.
Mob Psycho 100‘s Creator’s Profound Reaction to the Anime Teaser Sparks Self-Reflection
Mob Psycho 100is a tapestry of humor, horror, and a profound exploration of power dynamics. Season 1 was released to critical acclaim in 2016, and the positive reception of Season 2 solidified theseries’ stature and legacywithin the community.
ThoughMob Psycho 100definitely has its detractors, the series’ undeniably good heart has made it a massive hit among anime fans. Besides the series’ wholesome vibes and funnier aspects,Mob Psycho 100offers a thoughtful look at power,exploring its effects on people and how it shapes their lives.
Mob Psycho 100 Author Achieved the Exact Opposite of What He Wanted to Do with the Main Character in the Best Way Possible
The original manga forMob Psycho 100was written and illustrated by Japanese manga artist ONE, best known forOne Punch Man. Amid anime’s huge success, ONE disclosed how the anime’s first teaser made the legendary mark question his own ideals and creativity. In aninterview, he revealed:
I was dumbfounded—they put so much life into my drawings. And that made me reconsider my own style. I thought to myself, “Is it alright if I just keep drawing the way I do?
ONE’s stories are always told well in a creative way, and his trademark overpowered characters are handled really well. He further adds:
After watching it, I sort of got the feeling that, ideally, my drawings would look just like they do in the teaser. The art hit all the right angles, and I feel like it’s a huge improvement over the original.
Similar to ONE’s other iconic titles,Mob Psychoalso delivers a powerful message that many anime with OP characters often miss: true worth isn’t determined by your powers or skills but by your character and actions. Indeed,Mob Psycho 100is one of the best anime in recent memory for a wide variety of reasons.
ONE’s Reaction to the Confirmation ofMob Psycho100‘s Adaptation
Mob Psycho 100follows the story of a middle school student who appears shy and average but possesses immense psychic power. Mob shut off his emotions to keep his psychic powers in check. The series is goofy, horrific, and epic in equal measure, which leaves viewers enthralled and captivated by Mob’s compelling character.
ONE wanted him to look generic, but somehow his lack of serious design has made him instantly recognizable by all. In an interview, ONE disclosed his initial reaction afterMob Psycho 100‘s adaptation was approved. He said:
I first learned about it when my chief editor sent me an e-mail. It read: “Mob Psycho’s been green-lit for an anime.” At the time, I was coming up on a deadline for my manuscript, so I just replied with a ‘Thank you.’ The morning after, though, I woke up and remembered something about an email and an adaptation. I was like, “Oh. Huh. Yeah, that was something.”
He later shared his true reaction, explaining how he was over the moon with excitement and joy once the reality sank in after days of feeling overwhelmed by work. He said:
Then I grabbed my phone because I wanted to hear someone say it (Laugh). Once I’d confirmed it with my editor, the realization slowly dawned on me—I just couldn’t believe it! It made me so incredibly happy.
“That’d force us to change a lot of the story”: Mob Psycho 100 Deserves Much More Respect for Not Following the Usual Shonen Trope That Eiichiro Oda and Tite Kubo Popularized
Mob Psycho 100has been wildly popular, with the web manga series spawning an anime, live-action series, stage plays, and other adaptations. It is still surreal how a character, designedto look like he will never really pop, has become an iconic character in the world of anime.
TheMob Psycho 100anime is available to stream onCrunchyroll.
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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.
