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Tokyo Ghoulis no doubt one of the most popular anime and manga series. The work has been famed due to its dark themes, compelling characters, and power-packed fights. However, the rushed ending ofTokyo Ghoulhas received significant criticism all over the world.
Tokyo Ghoul,as a manga series, holds a special place in the hearts of all Seinen fans, and it has been lauded for its exploration of identity, morality, and human society as a whole.
Yet, despite its critical acclaim as a dark tale, the series is often overshadowed by the reputation of its anime adaptation, which many consider to be a failure in capturing the manga’s true depth.
Tokyo Ghoul: A Dark Masterpiece with a Bittersweet Legacy
While fans of the manga hold back no praise when it comes to its raw, emotional narrative, its rushed conclusion has led to widespread disappointment, and the idea has been cemented that the quality of the entire work has plummeted.
The ending and the reasons for its rushed nature have sparked many debates about the impact of the long-running series on the mangaka. Long-running series have a tendency to slowly burden the mangaka, and when the fatigue accumulates, they start hating the idea of working on it and rush it to the end.
Sui Ishida, the creator ofTokyo Ghoulhad delivered a story that challenged conventional tropes and was a pioneer of the dark fantasy genre. However, as the series neared its end, Ishida faced burnout.In his own words, he simply wanted to be done.
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Mangaka often works under grueling schedules, balancing tight deadlines with the immense pressure to deliver very good quality narratives and visuals, not compromising on even a single chapter. That sort of pressure piles up.
A glimpse into the pressure on mangaka
Fans have mixed feelings with regard to the rushed conclusion of theTokyo Ghoulmanga. While manysympathize with Ishida’s strugglesand understand why it had to be done so, there are also others who can’t help but wonder how the story could have unfolded if Ishida had taken some breaks and given it time.
In contrast, when we look at legendary creators like Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) and Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto), they seem to be exceptions to the rule. Their ability to sustain decades-long series while maintaining quality is almost comparable to a miracle in the industry.
Meanwhile, Ishida’s comparatively short term withTokyo Ghoulreminds us of how the lack of proper support and breaks can destroy even the most promising of series.
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The bittersweet legacy ofTokyo Ghoulserves as a reminder to all future mangaka and fans of the immense challenges faced during the creation of a long-running series. While creators like Oda and Kishimoto have become the peak, Ishida is a reminder of thestandards placed before a normal person.
You can streamTokyo Ghoulon Netflix.
Chandra Shekhar
Anime Writer
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Chandra Shekhar is an Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 800 published articles under his belt. A law student by training but a storyteller at heart, he blends his sharp analysis with a deep love for all things anime. From the old-school Yu Yu Hakusho to the eldritch horrors of Lord of the Mysteries, his knowledge spans decades and genres. When he’s not writing, he’s likely buried in webnovels, silently hoping his favorite ones get the anime adaptation they deserve.
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