Kafka's kaiju mode on the right with its mouth open on a background of Kafka thinking with his eyes closed
Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The manga series Kaiju No. 8, penned by Naoya Matsumoto and stemming from the renowned Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ publication, saw its anime adaptation debut in April 2024. Amidst a flurry of new anime releases so far this year, Kaiju No. 8 by Production I.G has emerged as a standout, thanks to the manga's established popularity and its fresh take on the protagonist. Notably, the first episode of Kaiju No.
Starting As an Atypical Shōnen Protagonist, Kafka Hibino Has Become What Fans Feared Kafka's distinctiveness among Shonen Jump protagonists faded over time, blending into familiar tropes The classic trope of the Shonen genre typically features a young protagonist driven by a dream rooted in an event from their early years. These characters often acquire unique powers that propel them towards their goals, forging friendships and rivalries along the way, culminating in a final battle.
Kafka's Unique Traits Would Have Made Kaiju No.8 an Even Bigger Hit Naoya Matsumoto wasted his protagonist's unique trait Close Naoya Matsumoto missed the opportunity to highlight Kafka's distinct traits, instead falling into the classic Shonen trope.
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