Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run's Controversial Ending Explained

The JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure manga is loved for its unique style, awesome battles, and strong, interesting characters! And out of the main leads of this iconic series, the most interesting, perhaps, is Johnny Joestar! The beloved, well-loved protagonist from Part 7 (which was named "Steel Ball Run.") This part is now ready for its animated series adaptation, and looks like this might bring new waves of fans to this incredible show. But for all the epic parts of this manga, Johnny’s journey ends in a very special, memorable but controversial way!

The Joestar Saga:

One of the biggest and coolest changes to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure came when a new storyline was released! It went to a new part where we saw Johnny! There were two main universes that fans followed in "JoJo" and this part takes viewers to a completely different timeline!

What makes this series so well-loved? It is not just its unique cast of characters, nor the dynamic battles with some insane characters with crazy superpowers, called "Stands!" You will be in for a really amazing treat when you watch Johnny!

A Unique Protagonist:

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Johnny was a horse rider and went on to become one of the most unique Jojo’s because of his impairments that became a core element of his story! It looks like the author of the story, Hirohiko Araki had an idea about making his protagonist memorable as Johnny had to rely on a wheelchair as his physical abilities were diminished. This had been never seen in "JoJo". You're also seeing more action because the world got to see Johnny's awesome journey!

Why is it Considered One of the Best?:

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Steel Ball Run stands out to most fans. What makes this series stand out among fans! Araki's story took on a different look. It's an epic journey as it blends together a great amount of fantasy. With twists to the typical Jojo's story that it might even appear completely new!

"Steel Ball Run, as a storyline, is so well-received among fans because of how innovative it was!
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What makes "Steel Ball Run" so cool? Is the ability for a reader to see a side to Johnny Joestar, that they haven't seen in previous seasons and also gives audiences some serious thought. What’s going on with his backstory, making him so memorable! It looks like his relationship with Gyro Zeppeli might even be one of the greatest ones from all of the Jojo's.

If you really want a compelling story about a person going through trials to see just what they are capable of and even learning just what makes these series such incredible and thought-provoking stories. The author even went so far to take a bold approach to create an intense world full of fascinating characters that were so well done, this storyline will have fans mesmerized! It appears, though, that the story doesn't end in a typical "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" kind of way, with a truly unique but questionable finish for Johnny. It really takes things to a different level. It is even a storyline that has split those who are obsessed with this awesome manga!

A Powerful Ending?:

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It looks like for a period of time, Araki decided that JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure reached its peak and was time to start over in this comic series.

It wasn't about wrapping up everything and leaving this story to end!

Fans would know this series by its previous title and Araki really made things different with the conclusion. Instead of having a typical story that was a satisfying ending for a major comic series. He created an amazing concept that reimagined the story that continued as it brought JoJo's Bizarre Adventure into an entirely new storyline.

Stone Ocean had its storyline come to a dramatic halt! And the next part "Diamond is Unbreakable," became such a unique event. If anything this brought in "Diamond is Unbreakable's "Josuke Higashikata" and then this main storyline moved onto its conclusion that left many fans wondering what was in store!

A major point that came with this shift! New concepts were introduced, along with an epic transition that even included a change in how this series was classified. This made the journey from a "Shōnen" to a "Seinen" manga series even more epic.

There is so much newness. But as fans know it still had the familiar, intense action that fans got used to with the iconic "Stands." A well loved and truly special part, with the "Hamon, or as it’s more commonly known in English the "Ripple" which was in a lot of the initial storylines! That got a revamp as a brand new "Spin" came into this story. It seems as "JoJo," transitioned to these incredible "Stands!" In this new installment the power is just another facet! There is also the cool concept, that fans got to know about from the author! There was a truly amazing, new change! That made these two incredible storylines ("Steel Ball Run" and "JoJolion." ) very well-received!

A Great Moment for Johnny Joestar:

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Araki gave viewers an epic ride in this new series. The "Steel Ball Run," the new, fresh take was so cool! The heart of this was to put together the very best! In "Steel Ball Run" we have this awesome competition where everyone was competing. What's great about it is it put everyone into the position of taking part in the Steel Ball Run. And "Johnny" took a chance, even though his disability is such a significant part of the whole storyline. This amazing man shows that it was possible! Even if it looks like a very unlikely adventure!

An Unforgettable Ending:

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While it does appear to bring an ending that fans all love! It seems Araki made an interesting creative move with the climax!

One of the best moments in the storyline as well! In the new world where Johnny was fighting hard and his strength of character, the very forces that were there seemed to be helping him move on. What made things truly great! Was this whole change for Johnny to overcome his challenge. The disability! It looks like in the final part he got his ability back! There's a tragic twist, as well! Johnny does not really defeat his adversary, a true JoJo ending that breaks some conventions.

This big reveal might cause a huge split among fans. However, for the storyline itself! This journey to heal himself brought some very compelling elements that give this comic series even more emotion and it's one for the books. "Jojo" fans should not only read through this incredible journey! It is important for fans to note, too! What happens to Johnny after "Steel Ball Run." It appears he finds a new chapter, making an impression on a whole new universe.

The Big Reveal:

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Fans of "Jojo's Bizarre Adventure" should check out the sequel "JoJolion." This part of the storyline will bring out a lot of emotion and it's one of the more recent chapters.

We even got to see some details about this storyline, where Johnny moves to Japan. He gives the corpse of his good friend "Gyro Zeppeli." This is a significant change, as the story goes on as Johnny even started a new family. All those life events made up for those who loved this character and left audiences in wonder and even thinking how to interpret those final moments of this storyline. "JoJo" has its great strengths but fans may never know how this is going to be understood. For many the ending really left fans, wondering about Johnny's journey and what the outcome meant for the future. Fans that watch "JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure" get to see such complex, interesting, powerful, and unforgettable moments. This kind of story about the protagonist was one of the most iconic! However, the "Steel Ball Run" storyline seems to have a bit of a controversy, which has stirred some mixed reactions, from those that enjoy "JoJo." As "Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure" evolves, the author’s style and concepts always give the readers and viewers some really powerful insights to reflect upon, such as a change that happens to the story that can really take the characters on new paths to learn their strengths.

What do "Jojo" fans think, and how will the story evolve from these dramatic turns!