It’s finally happening. After years of speculation, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run is officially getting an anime adaptation. The news broke during the JOJODAY fan event held in Tokyo, and fans around the world are still processing it.
Steel Ball Run: A New Beginning for JoJo
Steel Ball Run is the seventh part of Hirohiko Araki’s long-running manga series. It was originally published from 2004 to 2011 and marked the beginning of a new continuity, separate from the storyline of the first six parts.
Set in an alternate version of the United States during the 1890s, the story follows Johnny Joestar, a former jockey who lost the use of his legs after an accident. Everything changes when he witnesses Gyro Zeppeli using mysterious steel balls with strange powers. Drawn to this ability and driven by the hope of walking again, Johnny joins Gyro in a massive cross-country horse race from San Diego to New York.
But this race is no ordinary competition. Hidden behind this is a deeper mission involving ancient relics, secret agendas, and a growing sense of danger. The big bad villain for this series, Funny Valentine, eventually takes center stage with goals that could change everything.
What We Know About Steel Ball Run Anime
The Steel Ball Run anime will be produced by David Production, the studio that has adapted every JoJo part so far. While the release date hasn’t been announced, it’s expected that the first season will cover the early arcs of the manga, including the race’s beginning, the reveal of the Saint’s Corpse, and the introduction of Funny Valentine and the Eleven Men.
This part of JoJo is known for its strong character development, emotional depth, and super intense pacing. The relationship between Johnny and Gyro is one of the best ones in the series, and fans have high hopes for how it will be brought to life on screen.
Alongside the announcement, Warner Bros. Japan revealed a teaser trailer and a character visual that executed the vibe fans expected perfectly.
The trailer offered a glimpse of Johnny and Gyro riding across the American frontier, while a haunting new soundtrack played in the background.
The key visual shows both characters mid-race, with powerful expressions and detailed designs that closely match Araki’s signature art style. It’s clear that a lot of care is being put into capturing the look and feel of this chapter of the story.
Conclusion
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure began in 1987 and has been going forward ever since. Each part has introduced new characters, new settings, and new twists on the concept of Stands and family legacies. With Steel Ball Run, Araki took JoJo in a bold new direction, and fans have been waiting for this adaptation for over a decade.
Now, that wait is almost over. With The JOJOLands currently ongoing, new merchandise and events popping up, and the anime finally confirmed, this is shaping up to be another huge year for JoJo fans.
About JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is a manga series written and illustrated by Hirohiko Araki. The series is divided into eight parts, each following the adventures of a new protagonist bearing the “JoJo” nickname.
The first six parts form a saga detailing the supernatural conflicts between members of the Joestar family and various villains. The latter two parts follow a continuity reboot, taking place in an alternate universe with many parallels to the original.
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