The best characters of Dandadan comics

Key Takeaways

• Dandadan's rich storytelling explores arcane mythology and extraterrestrial theories, adding depth and fun to the narrative.
• Unique characters like Kinta, Turbo Granny, and Aira go through changes in their growth and friendships.
• Momo's boldness and psychic abilities lead her to confront dangerous entities for the greater good.

Dan Dan Dan’s imaginative and rich storytelling tends to captivate and captivate viewers. The series explores the supernatural and the mundane, while also delving into a variety of esoteric mythologies and alien conspiracy theories through the lens of eccentric characters with complex backstories. Each of these characters, with their unique mannerisms and personalities, add new layers to the show's narrative and make it more interesting.

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8 Kinta Sakata

Teenager who loves robots overcomes anxiety

• Comic debut: Episode 64
• Battle Style: Nanoskin Control

Kinta is an attention-seeking, obnoxious high school student desperate to find a girlfriend. In his desperate attempts to get the attention of his female colleagues, he often comes across as creepy and immature. Kinta can be arrogant and rude in an attempt to make himself look better than others. But his dark emotions stem from deep-rooted insecurities that severely hinder his self-esteem and ability to form genuine relationships.

Kinta's life is very lonely and without meaningful relationships until she meets Okarun and his friends. Sakata, who seems to feel a sense of belonging towards robots, also discovers that he can make the most of his obsession with robots. Kinta fights heroically for the greater good, showing that he can be just as brave as his comrades.

7 daemon daemon

Aliens who chose Earth as their new home

• Manga Debut: Chapter 20
• Race: Alien

When the Serpoians ambush Okarun and his friends and steal the former's Kintama, they hire an alien named Peeny-Weeny to help them. But after being abused and abandoned by ruthless aliens, he is taken in and cared for by Seiko and her family. Okarun and Momo later call him Mr. He names himself Mantis Shrimp and eventually becomes friends with the alien.

Peeny-Weeny reveals that he was working for the Serpoians because, as he felt within the group, he needed money for his son's blood transfusion. He later returned to his home planet and attempted to restart his life, but the Dover Demon returned and settled on Earth, where he then became a trusted ally of O'Karun and his friends.

6 turbo granny

A dangerous monster that once terrified Japan.

• Comic Debut: Chapter 1
• Race: Spirit (Youkai)

Grandma Turbo, also known as Grandma 100 km/h, is a ruthless and deceitful spirit who loves toying with her victims. Known for her cruel curses, when she first met Okarun, she had fused with an earthly spirit sealed in a tunnel in Shono City. After a series of dramatic events, her powers are transferred to Ken and her consciousness becomes trapped in a Maneki Neko doll.

Although she is known to threaten Japan, Grandma Turbo appears to have a soft spot for the souls of the girls she is known to provide comfort and support. After being trapped inside the doll, the 100 km/h grandmother becomes an unexpected ally, giving advice to Okarun and his colleagues on several occasions.

5 Shiratori Aira

A bully who transforms through friendship

• Manga Debut: Chapter 10
• Battle Style: Yokai Power

Aira Shiratori is an arrogant and narcissistic teenager who likes to secretly ignore men while making them fall for her. Her megalomania is fueled by her popularity at Kami High, with some considering her to be the most beautiful girl in school. Aira can also be incredibly petty and deceitful when her pride is hurt, as she is willing to spread terrible rumors to assassinate someone's character.

Aira is quite unpleasant at first, but undergoes a dramatic change when she becomes friends with Momo and Okarun. The supernatural adventures they experience together and the kindness she receives make her realize her mistakes. Shiratori slowly sheds his superficiality and arrogance and becomes much wiser in the process. As she becomes closer to the duo of occult fanatics at school, Aira begins to feel more purposeful and develop a sense of belonging.

4 Ayase Seiko

A popular psychic and a loving grandmother

• Comic Debut: Chapter 3
• Combat Style: Barrier Casting and Bat Mastery

When Momo was young, Seiko Ayase decided to take her in and looked after her as her sole provider ever since. The two argue and have differences, but deep down they care for each other. Seiko's selfless and empathetic nature shines as a guiding force for Momo and her friends, who rely heavily on her knowledge of the supernatural. As a medium she was highly respected and popularly known as Santa Dodoria.

Seiko is often tasked with making difficult decisions, and although her understanding of the soul is taken seriously, her immaturity is often revealed. She enjoys embarrassing Momo and her friends and often playfully teases them in moments of good humor. Her inexperience and playfulness add another layer to her character, making her an interesting character with a balance of wisdom and youthful vigor.

3 Enjoji Jin

Ayase Momo's childhood friend and first love.

• Comic debut: Episode 27
• Battle Style: Spiritual Power

Jin Enzoji is a hyperactive high school student who was Momo's childhood friend until his parents decided to move to a mountainside village. With the two losing contact, Jin's life eventually took a tragic turn after living in a cursed house for many years. With his life seemingly in danger, he sought Seiko's help to exorcise the evil spirits that had been tormenting him and his family. As Momo and Jin reunite, they couldn't have imagined that their fates would become more intertwined, leading them into a series of supernatural misadventures that would change their lives.

Jin eventually becomes an indispensable member of Okarun and Momo's group. In the face of escalating supernatural threats, Jin always stands out for his hyperactivity and hilarious antics. In addition to providing comic relief, he always helps keep the group's morale high, even in the darkest moments.

2 Ken Takakura

An occult fanatic who falls in love with a psychic.

• Comic Debut: Chapter 1
• Battle Style: Yokai Power

From a young age, Ken had trouble making a place for himself, and despite being around people his age, he often felt like an outsider. Isolation and social rejection led him to turn to mysticism, which slowly became an all-consuming obsession. Desperate to find a friend, he even attempted to contact aliens, but all efforts ended in disappointment. But Okarun's faith proved stronger than the short-term disappointment each time, and he continued to invest in alien conspiracy theories.

Ken's life seemed hopeless and depressing, but he met Momo Ayase, and the two quickly connected because of their shared interest in the supernatural. After making her first friend, Okarun was exposed to new experiences. With each adventure, Ken makes new friends and becomes more confident in himself.

1 Ayase Momo

The love story between a fearless psychic and Ken Takakura

• Comic Debut: Chapter 1
• Fighting Style: Psychokinetic

Ayase Seiko's granddaughter Momo is a bold and confident girl who is wise beyond her years and shows incredible courage in crisis situations. Even when facing dangerous spirits and extraterrestrial beings, she always braves her fears for the greater good and sacrifices her life for those around her. Although Momo is quick to anger and loves to argue, deep down she cares about others and is even willing to stand up for strangers.

In Chapter 1 of Tatsu Yukinobu's manga, when Momo notices Ken Takakura being bullied by his peers, she does not hesitate to defend the innocent bespectacled boy. Her actions not only change Ken's life, but also dramatically impact their relationship, setting the stage for a supernatural misadventure that forever entwines their fates. She eventually discovers that she is a psychic like her grandmother, which shapes her identity and sets her on a path of self-discovery and individuation.