Summary
- Manjiro, a spirit medium, becomes Momo’s close ally, pivotal in the Cursed House and Evil Eye Arcs.
- Ludris, a humble and kind alien, known for space travels, debuts in the Evil Eye Arc with a cube-shaped body.
- Rin Sawaki, a compassionate class rep, plays a central role in the Onbusuman Arc, offering wisdom and kindness.
Dandadan‘s imaginative premise beautifully blends supernatural, comedy, and action to recount the story of two eccentric teenagers with conflicting worldviews. It seamlessly navigates quirky adventures, mundane teenage struggles, and encounters with mysterious supernatural beings that challenge the characters’ understanding of reality and push them to confront their beliefs.
As fascinating as the premise is, Dandadan truly leaves a lasting impression because of its eccentric characters. The first season introduces viewers to the main cast and sets the stage for some important characters who are all set to play a pivotal role in the next installment. This article offers look at the characters from the manga who will likely debut in season 2.
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Manjiro
Momo Ayase’s Pupil and Ally
- Manga Debut: Chapter 35
- Race: Human
Manjiro is a resident of Daija Town and the priest of the Tsuchinoko shrine. Many years ago, he met Seiko Ayase and ended up becoming her pupil. In addition to being a shrine priest, Manjiro, like his mentor, is also a spirit medium.
On Seiko Ayase’s instruction, Manjiro looks after Momo when she visits Daija Town to exorcise the evil spirit living at Jiji Enjoji’s residence. Manjiro plays an important role in the Cursed House Arc and the Evil Eye Arc, making it likely that he will appear in the anime soon. He goes on to become a close ally to Momo and her friends.
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Ludris
The Mysterious Alien Known For His Space Travels
- Manga Debut: Chapter 62
- Race: Unknown
- Classification: Alien
Ludris is a renowned alien of an unknown race who is known for his travels throughout space. Despite being quite popular, he is humble and down-to-earth. He is willing to extend a helping hand if someone is in need, even if they are disrespectful towards him. Ludris exhibits a remarkable sense of patience, kindness, and understanding, which is rare among the aliens that Momo and Okarun encounter.
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Ludris’ body is cube-shaped and entirely made of nanoskin, which can potentially be remodeled into other things. Interestingly, an encounter with him is considered a miracle and a rare event that only a few get to experience. But, as mentioned earlier, little is known about his race and where he comes from. Ludris will make his debut in the Evil Eye Arc.
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Rin Sawaki
The Class Representative With a Heart of Gold
- Manga Debut: Chapter 54
- Race: Human
Rin Sawaki is an incredibly kind and compassionate young girl who has been entrusted with many responsibilities from a young age. Despite facing tragedies, she has demonstrated wisdom beyond her years and maintains a resilient spirit.
Like Okarun and Momo, Rin is enrolled at Kami High and is also a class representative. She is proactive in addressing issues faced by her peers and is always willing to go the extra mile to help her friends. She will make her debut in the Evil Eye Arc, meaning she will soon appear in the anime, but her character will only play a central role in the Onbusuman Arc.
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Reiko Kashima
The Strongest Yokai in Existence
- Manga Debut: Chapter 74
- Race: Spirit
Reiko Kashima, a.k.a. Slit-Mouthed Woman, is a yokai from Kamigoe City. Her life as a human being ended tragically in an airplane bombing attack, which continues to affect her psychologically and even influences her decisions. She also had a loved one, whose fond memories were rekindled after observing Momo and Okarun’s relationship. Reiko’s strength is recognized by those familiar with the supernatural, and she is regarded as a yokai who can never be defeated.
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Kinta Sakata
The Nerd Who Masters Nanoskin Manipulation
- Manga Debut: Chapter 64
- Race: Human
As Okarun becomes a close friend to Aira and Momo, he inadvertently draws the attention of another Kami High student named Kinta Sakata. Observing Ken Takakura, Sakata comes to the conclusion that he knows some secret to attract girls and, in a bizarre fashion, asks him to share his opinion so that he too can be popular with the girls.
The strange interaction paves the way for Kinta’s integration into the Family, Momo’s social group. Sakata’s bizarre antics add a layer of comedy and unpredictability to the group dynamic, making him an indispensable member.
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The Evil Eye
The Dangerously Violent Yokai
- Manga Debut: Chapter 28
- Race: Spirit
After reuniting with Momo, Jiji confessed to having been haunted by a mysterious ghost that keeps following him everywhere, including his dreams. This yokai is alluded to as having some ties with the house that Jiji moved into after leaving Kamigoe City.
That idiot! I warned him, you can’t trust someone with the Evil Eye.
Although the spirit hasn’t harmed Jiji until now, it will be later revealed as the Evil Eye, a vengeful yokai who wants to kill all humans. The roots of his hatred are steeped in a complex history of abuse, betrayal, and loss. If Season 2 does follow the Evil Eye arc as expected, it’s inevitable that this character will make his debut.
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Bamora
The Sumerian Looking for a New Home
- Manga Debut: Chapter 63
- Race: Sumerian
- Classification: Alien
After a series of tragedies unfolded on her home planet, a Sumerian named Bamora arrived on Earth looking for a new home. Her unexpected encounter with Momo and Okarun turns her life around as she gets caught in chaotic circumstances that shape her life in unthinkable ways.
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Bamora’s mysterious, compassionate, and innocent personality adds another layer to Dandadan‘s overall narrative by enriching it with emotional depth and a fresh perspective. She also serves as the catalyst for some dramatic events that influence Momo and Okarun’s character development.
- Release Date
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September 13, 2024
- Studio
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Science Saru
- Creator
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Yukinobu Tatsu