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Dandadanis topping one chart after another with its unique plot and execution. Yukinobu Tatsu has created a series that is miles apart from any typical Shonen anime/manga. This is also why fans findDandadana refreshing addition to the overwhelming list of series consisting of almost the same topics.
However,Dandadanis not a pioneer in this regard. Several other series offer a mix of genres, a noticeable anime amongst them beingThe Apothecary Diaries.Despite not belonging to the Shonen genre, both its anime and manga have enraptured its audience.
DandadanOffers a Blend of Genres, Attracting a Huge Fanbase
Dandadan‘s claim to fame is its iconic female protagonist, Momo Ayase, and its unique blend of yokai and aliens in the plot. Yukinobu Tatsu took arisky decision by making MomoDandadan‘s protagonistas the Shonen genre mainly depends on male lead characters. Momo, on the other hand, kicks a** unapologetically and will even dish out a few chosen curses while she is at it.
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The author’s other unique decision was mixing in aliens along with yokai. Typically, if an author decides on the supernatural genre, they either go with aliens or with ghosts and spirits. However, Yukinobu Tatsu decided to include both aliens and yokai and they have been pitted against each other in one battle after another.
Dandadandidn’t stop there, as it did not skimp on the action scenes as well. The manga is filled with battles, which will make you feel exhilarated. In between, there are plenty of gag scenes to keep comedy lovers satisfied. Of course, you cannot forgetthe awkward and realistic romance between Okarun and Momo, which takes center stage from time to time, and grounds the series.
The Apothecary DiariesHad CrackedDandadan‘s Formula a Decade Ago
The Apothecary Diariesmay have received fame as an anime and manga adaptation, but it initially debuted as a light novel in 2011, ten years beforeDandadan. In fact, the series also offers a similar blend of genres, which has attracted a large audience base. The seriesprimarily focuses on being a historical mysterybut also has sub-genres of drama, romance, and comedy involved.
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The plot begins with the enlistment of the protagonist, Maomao, into the inner court of the palace. Maomao isn’t interested in catching the Emperor’s eye but instead focuses on creating medicines out of various herbs. Due to her keen eye, she is also adept at solving mysteries, which the palace’s officials quickly discover and put to their use.
Maomao’s intense love for weird herbs and poisons serves as comic relief at times, as she can be bribed into doing tasks with medicinal ingredients. Maomao solves mysteries from shadows, and a romantic angle is also slowly developed between her and Jinshi. On the other hand,The Apothecary Diariesclearly shows the politics inside the palace and the lengths that the emperor’s consorts can go to.
TheDandadananime is currently streaming on Hulu, andThe Apothecary Diariesis available to watch on Crunchyroll.
Aaheli Pradhan
Anime Content Writer
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Aaheli is an Anime Content Writer at FandomWire with 1300+ published articles. With five years of experience under her belt, she is a living, breathing encyclopedia for anime and manga. From Shonen and Shojo to the most niche anime, nothing escapes her radar. Her poisons of choice are Assassination Classroom, Gintama, Ouran High School Host Club and every Ghibli movie ever. She believes in living a slow life, surrounded by incomplete art projects and her beloved cats.
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