I'm literally so impressed with your content! Your videos are incredible and well-made, and I feel like they don't get enough love. You're doing an amazing job. I know it can't be easy putting yourself out there and creating all this amazing content, but trust me, it's SO appreciated!
Hey Houston, I'm not going to lie, I found your channel because of the One Piece video. I love seeing new opinions about this huge anime and the theories that come from new viewers. Even so, I kept watching and now I'm watching your video about Dandadan, in which I have a slightly different opinion than yours, remembering that I've only seen the anime so far. I agree, obviously because it's a fact, that not only the animation, but the very lines used in the Manga are magnificent. The animation is fluid, the colors are vibrant and give a feeling of freshness and freedom. In addition, the scene direction itself, on how to lead the reader/viewer through an event in the story, is very well used as an immersion factor, especially in episode 7, but more on that later. I also can't help but mention the banger made by Creepy Nuts, which perfectly reflects the vibe of the anime. The last positive factor for me is the dynamics explored by the characters in the series, which, as you said, despite being an old formula, seems new and fresh. Momo and Okarun really complement each other in their dialogue exchange. Having said that, now I'll start my criticisms. I understand that the theme of romance is important to be developed in this chemistry between Momo and Okarun. I just find it different, not to say strange, the fact that some episodes seem to revolve almost entirely around this relationship, generating confusion on my part about this symbiosis of genres that the manga/anime presents. I finish an episode with absurd hype after an epic fight and now I have to watch 18 minutes of a high school romance? It would be more engaging for me if the romance was more inclusive in the action scenes or others than in a practically exclusive part/episode. Going deeper into this topic, we'll now talk about the plot itself. The first four episodes were very engaging in the Turbo Granny arc and the whole fact that he would need to get his dick back, but then the episodes went on and on and it seemed that even with this arc finished, the recurring "joke" of the plot of him losing his dick never faded away until it evolved into him losing his balls. Yes, I agree, at first it was a funny situation precisely because it was bizarre and something hard to see in anime/manga in general, but after the eighth episode, in which the entire MAIN plot of the anime was based on getting the genitals back, it became a bit repetitive, reminding me a lot of a shallow plot like Demon Slayer, which, despite not being a bad anime by any means, the development of the story lacks a bit in the depth of the facts, which is clearly compensated by epic fights and the pressure exerted for the manga to be finished. A friend of mine used the description "Edgy Chainsaw Man" to describe Dandadan and I think he's right, think of Chainsaw Man this kind of joke occurs naturally in the development of both the plot and Denji, but the anime/manga itself doesn't depend only on this to have a main objective. And that's where we get into the theme of episode 7. Holy shit. By far the best part of the anime so far, but exactly because the anime managed to develop the story without needing to mention Okarun's genitals and showed a much more human and sentimentalist side of the Yokai, everything in this episode was close to perfection, the scenes, the music, the lack of music when necessary and the gentle perception of the tragic events that occur for the creation of a Yokai. You can see my points and argue that I'm just not used to watching an anime that deals with so many subjects and weirdness at the same time, but that's when I tell you that my favorite anime is Jojo's Bizarre Adventure so I can appreciate something bizarre and out of the box, but as long as it has some cohesion and is renewed. Finally, I think Dandadan is not a bad anime, far from it, but at the same time it's not an industry masterpiece, remembering of course that I've only seen 9 episodes that have been released so far and a lot of things can make me change my opinion, overall I would say it's a 7.5/10 experience or maybe 8/10, it depends a lot on how these last episodes of the first season unfold. Thank you for making videos like this that make us think about our opinions on anime in general and I look forward to your next One Piece review! If I could recommend an anime myself I would tell you to watch FAB, Code Geass or Great Pretender, all great media!
Interestinggg, a 7.5/10 experience for you that's cool I find it the other way round in terms of the amount of preference over dandadan to jojo despite both being super out of the box. Regarding dandadan, the overarching goal allowing them to go on these adventures and develop their relationship outside the action (which i prefer from within the action because they can communicate clearly without distractions), and the slice of life bits with additional members as a friend group are my favourite parts. I can say I'm a slice of life person that's why, and I highly value friendship groups that have a variety of personalities yet all get on amazingly and want to help each other for the sake of the other person, and the way they have very natural and witty conversations you'd hear in real life really gets me to feel present while watching... i havent felt present in months. For me, its all very coherent and flows unbelievably smoothly, 9.5 out of 10 experience for me All of this is also why part 4 is my favourite part of jojos BY FAR, Josuke being such a fun and chill personality he has as a character, the friend group that was developed.. yeah had said earlier slice of life is my thing so there's the pattern ahah
@jusatesst that's an absolutely valid point and i guess it all comes down to preference, using an example you mentioned I do like part 4 from jojos a lot but especially when Kira comes in and they start to have a sense of disturbance that interrupt the friendship witty conversations and they realize "oh shit life is not just a fun environment people are actually in danger" but for that realization to occur they NEED to have had the first part of part 4 and that's why I found Araki so genius in his way of writing, for me I'm more of a plot twist and conflict guy, and I'm not only talking of throwing hands type conflit, I've since watched episode 9 of Dandadan and I must say the combat was smooth af very interesting choreography and again the artstyle is amazing but then the hit me with the "take of your clothes to swim faster" and it kinda bumped me in a way that they needed to rely on the same overused joke in most action scenes and then just to end up "naked" in the school's floor, that kinda bothers me in a way that Dandadan proved to me to have so much potential and I feel it's being wasted slowly with those types of writing decisions reminded me of some Fire Force scenes tbh, still don't think it's a bad anime though.
Hey Houston, I stumbled across your channel thanks to your One Piece video, and I have to say, I love seeing fresh perspectives on such a colossal anime. But what kept me around was the way you analyze and break things down. Now I’m watching your video on Dandadan, and while I mostly agree with your points, I’ve got some slightly different takes-especially since I’ve only watched the anime so far! Let’s start with the good stuff. The animation? Absolutely stunning. The fluidity, the vibrant colors, and the way it all feels so dynamic-it’s like a visual breath of fresh air. The scene direction is top-notch too, immersing you in every moment. And, of course, Creepy Nuts’ opening theme nails the tone of the show perfectly. I also agree with you about the characters. Momo and Okarun’s interactions bring a unique charm to the show, turning a tried-and-true formula into something that feels new and exciting. Now, my favorite episode so far has to be Episode 5. The way it balances chaos with humor and action is just brilliant. The fight scenes had this raw energy, and the comedic timing was spot-on. But what really stood out to me was how the stakes felt personal-there was a sense of urgency that pulled me in. The mix of wild supernatural elements with grounded, relatable character moments is what made this episode a standout for me. That said, I do have a few critiques. While I appreciate the romance between Momo and Okarun as a key part of their chemistry, it sometimes feels like it takes over the pacing. I’ll get hyped after a crazy fight scene, only to have the next episode slow things down with 15-20 minutes of romance. It’s not bad per se, but it creates this stop-and-go rhythm that feels jarring at times. As for the overall plot, I loved the Turbo Granny arc in the first few episodes-it was weird, engaging, and hilarious in all the right ways. But as the episodes went on, the recurring “joke” of Okarun losing his genitals started to wear thin. By Episode 8, where it still seemed to dominate the storyline, it began to feel repetitive. It’s a fun gag at first, but when it becomes the main plot device, it loses some of its charm. That’s where I think Dandadan struggles compared to something like Chainsaw Man. In Chainsaw Man, humor and absurdity are woven into Denji’s growth and the plot’s natural flow. With Dandadan, it sometimes feels like the story relies too heavily on its quirks, which can overshadow deeper themes. Still, I think Dandadan shines when it steps away from the overused jokes and dives into more meaningful storytelling. Episode 7, for example, was incredible in showing the tragic origins of a Yokai and exploring the emotional depth behind the chaos. It proved the anime can hit those higher notes when it wants to. Overall, I’d rate Dandadan a solid 7.5/10 so far, with the potential to climb higher depending on how the rest of the season unfolds. It’s not a masterpiece (yet), but it’s definitely unique and worth watching. Thanks for making videos like these, Houston-they’re the perfect mix of entertainment and thought-provoking discussion. I’m looking forward to your next One Piece review! Oh, and if I can throw in an anime recommendation, check out FAB, Code Geass, or Great Pretender-they’re all excellent in their own way.
If you really enjoyed reading Tokyo Ghoul(I think I saw it in your collection) and Dandadan, then I highly suggest you give Choujin X a read, it's by Sui Ishida(who wrote Tokyo Ghoul), and it has a lot of good in common with Dandadan and Chainsaw Man, while being it's own, unique thing.
I'm literally so impressed with your content! Your videos are incredible and well-made, and I feel like they don't get enough love. You're doing an amazing job. I know it can't be easy putting yourself out there and creating all this amazing content, but trust me, it's SO appreciated!
Wow, thank you so much!! I really appreciate that!
Hey Houston, I'm not going to lie, I found your channel because of the One Piece video. I love seeing new opinions about this huge anime and the theories that come from new viewers. Even so, I kept watching and now I'm watching your video about Dandadan, in which I have a slightly different opinion than yours, remembering that I've only seen the anime so far. I agree, obviously because it's a fact, that not only the animation, but the very lines used in the Manga are magnificent. The animation is fluid, the colors are vibrant and give a feeling of freshness and freedom. In addition, the scene direction itself, on how to lead the reader/viewer through an event in the story, is very well used as an immersion factor, especially in episode 7, but more on that later. I also can't help but mention the banger made by Creepy Nuts, which perfectly reflects the vibe of the anime. The last positive factor for me is the dynamics explored by the characters in the series, which, as you said, despite being an old formula, seems new and fresh. Momo and Okarun really complement each other in their dialogue exchange. Having said that, now I'll start my criticisms. I understand that the theme of romance is important to be developed in this chemistry between Momo and Okarun. I just find it different, not to say strange, the fact that some episodes seem to revolve almost entirely around this relationship, generating confusion on my part about this symbiosis of genres that the manga/anime presents. I finish an episode with absurd hype after an epic fight and now I have to watch 18 minutes of a high school romance? It would be more engaging for me if the romance was more inclusive in the action scenes or others than in a practically exclusive part/episode. Going deeper into this topic, we'll now talk about the plot itself. The first four episodes were very engaging in the Turbo Granny arc and the whole fact that he would need to get his dick back, but then the episodes went on and on and it seemed that even with this arc finished, the recurring "joke" of the plot of him losing his dick never faded away until it evolved into him losing his balls. Yes, I agree, at first it was a funny situation precisely because it was bizarre and something hard to see in anime/manga in general, but after the eighth episode, in which the entire MAIN plot of the anime was based on getting the genitals back, it became a bit repetitive, reminding me a lot of a shallow plot like Demon Slayer, which, despite not being a bad anime by any means, the development of the story lacks a bit in the depth of the facts, which is clearly compensated by epic fights and the pressure exerted for the manga to be finished. A friend of mine used the description "Edgy Chainsaw Man" to describe Dandadan and I think he's right, think of Chainsaw Man this kind of joke occurs naturally in the development of both the plot and Denji, but the anime/manga itself doesn't depend only on this to have a main objective. And that's where we get into the theme of episode 7. Holy shit. By far the best part of the anime so far, but exactly because the anime managed to develop the story without needing to mention Okarun's genitals and showed a much more human and sentimentalist side of the Yokai, everything in this episode was close to perfection, the scenes, the music, the lack of music when necessary and the gentle perception of the tragic events that occur for the creation of a Yokai. You can see my points and argue that I'm just not used to watching an anime that deals with so many subjects and weirdness at the same time, but that's when I tell you that my favorite anime is Jojo's Bizarre Adventure so I can appreciate something bizarre and out of the box, but as long as it has some cohesion and is renewed. Finally, I think Dandadan is not a bad anime, far from it, but at the same time it's not an industry masterpiece, remembering of course that I've only seen 9 episodes that have been released so far and a lot of things can make me change my opinion, overall I would say it's a 7.5/10 experience or maybe 8/10, it depends a lot on how these last episodes of the first season unfold. Thank you for making videos like this that make us think about our opinions on anime in general and I look forward to your next One Piece review! If I could recommend an anime myself I would tell you to watch FAB, Code Geass or Great Pretender, all great media!
Interestinggg, a 7.5/10 experience for you that's cool
I find it the other way round in terms of the amount of preference over dandadan to jojo despite both being super out of the box. Regarding dandadan, the overarching goal allowing them to go on these adventures and develop their relationship outside the action (which i prefer from within the action because they can communicate clearly without distractions), and the slice of life bits with additional members as a friend group are my favourite parts. I can say I'm a slice of life person that's why, and I highly value friendship groups that have a variety of personalities yet all get on amazingly and want to help each other for the sake of the other person, and the way they have very natural and witty conversations you'd hear in real life really gets me to feel present while watching... i havent felt present in months. For me, its all very coherent and flows unbelievably smoothly, 9.5 out of 10 experience for me
All of this is also why part 4 is my favourite part of jojos BY FAR, Josuke being such a fun and chill personality he has as a character, the friend group that was developed.. yeah had said earlier slice of life is my thing so there's the pattern ahah
@jusatesst that's an absolutely valid point and i guess it all comes down to preference, using an example you mentioned I do like part 4 from jojos a lot but especially when Kira comes in and they start to have a sense of disturbance that interrupt the friendship witty conversations and they realize "oh shit life is not just a fun environment people are actually in danger" but for that realization to occur they NEED to have had the first part of part 4 and that's why I found Araki so genius in his way of writing, for me I'm more of a plot twist and conflict guy, and I'm not only talking of throwing hands type conflit, I've since watched episode 9 of Dandadan and I must say the combat was smooth af very interesting choreography and again the artstyle is amazing but then the hit me with the "take of your clothes to swim faster" and it kinda bumped me in a way that they needed to rely on the same overused joke in most action scenes and then just to end up "naked" in the school's floor, that kinda bothers me in a way that Dandadan proved to me to have so much potential and I feel it's being wasted slowly with those types of writing decisions reminded me of some Fire Force scenes tbh, still don't think it's a bad anime though.
Hey Houston, I stumbled across your channel thanks to your One Piece video, and I have to say, I love seeing fresh perspectives on such a colossal anime. But what kept me around was the way you analyze and break things down. Now I’m watching your video on Dandadan, and while I mostly agree with your points, I’ve got some slightly different takes-especially since I’ve only watched the anime so far!
Let’s start with the good stuff. The animation? Absolutely stunning. The fluidity, the vibrant colors, and the way it all feels so dynamic-it’s like a visual breath of fresh air. The scene direction is top-notch too, immersing you in every moment. And, of course, Creepy Nuts’ opening theme nails the tone of the show perfectly. I also agree with you about the characters. Momo and Okarun’s interactions bring a unique charm to the show, turning a tried-and-true formula into something that feels new and exciting.
Now, my favorite episode so far has to be Episode 5. The way it balances chaos with humor and action is just brilliant. The fight scenes had this raw energy, and the comedic timing was spot-on. But what really stood out to me was how the stakes felt personal-there was a sense of urgency that pulled me in. The mix of wild supernatural elements with grounded, relatable character moments is what made this episode a standout for me.
That said, I do have a few critiques. While I appreciate the romance between Momo and Okarun as a key part of their chemistry, it sometimes feels like it takes over the pacing. I’ll get hyped after a crazy fight scene, only to have the next episode slow things down with 15-20 minutes of romance. It’s not bad per se, but it creates this stop-and-go rhythm that feels jarring at times.
As for the overall plot, I loved the Turbo Granny arc in the first few episodes-it was weird, engaging, and hilarious in all the right ways. But as the episodes went on, the recurring “joke” of Okarun losing his genitals started to wear thin. By Episode 8, where it still seemed to dominate the storyline, it began to feel repetitive. It’s a fun gag at first, but when it becomes the main plot device, it loses some of its charm.
That’s where I think Dandadan struggles compared to something like Chainsaw Man. In Chainsaw Man, humor and absurdity are woven into Denji’s growth and the plot’s natural flow. With Dandadan, it sometimes feels like the story relies too heavily on its quirks, which can overshadow deeper themes.
Still, I think Dandadan shines when it steps away from the overused jokes and dives into more meaningful storytelling. Episode 7, for example, was incredible in showing the tragic origins of a Yokai and exploring the emotional depth behind the chaos. It proved the anime can hit those higher notes when it wants to.
Overall, I’d rate Dandadan a solid 7.5/10 so far, with the potential to climb higher depending on how the rest of the season unfolds. It’s not a masterpiece (yet), but it’s definitely unique and worth watching.
Thanks for making videos like these, Houston-they’re the perfect mix of entertainment and thought-provoking discussion. I’m looking forward to your next One Piece review! Oh, and if I can throw in an anime recommendation, check out FAB, Code Geass, or Great Pretender-they’re all excellent in their own way.
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If you really enjoyed reading Tokyo Ghoul(I think I saw it in your collection) and Dandadan, then I highly suggest you give Choujin X a read, it's by Sui Ishida(who wrote Tokyo Ghoul), and it has a lot of good in common with Dandadan and Chainsaw Man, while being it's own, unique thing.
I’ve seen those books in B&N! I’ve been thinking about checking the series out!
@ You should! It’s one of the best new gen series, available to read right now.
fire vid just got into dandadan after some convincing might be in my top 3 paranormal based anime
Hell yeah man
You know what’s a crazy story? SHIORI EXPERIENCE. Enjoy!