Chapter 6 - Chapter 51 - 62

Chapter 51: Next Chapter, The Death of JoJo

Something's not right!

This is clearly wrong... no, it can't be said to be wrong...

The defeat of DIO was not surprising to them.

After all, let's not even talk about the inherent law in film and television works that villains who want to destroy and rule the world will eventually lose to the protagonists of justice.

The ending of the battle between JoJo and DIO in the opening sequence of Phantom Blood was already spoiled, wasn't it?

JOJO with flames wrapped around his hands.

This will break DIO's vaporization and freezing method, and use the ripples of the sun to completely end DIO's ambitions!

Just like the words Spitwagen uttered with great emotion at the end of this great battle—

—While this may be a bit of an exaggeration, the world has been saved!

DIO is such a dangerous man.

They won't be blinded by power.

Instead, he will make good use of his own strength, and combine it with the extensive knowledge he has learned, to constantly try and experiment with the limits of his own strength.

Just like the initial vaporization freezing method, it could only cause slight frostbite to Zeppeli and his team's arms.

And this takes quite a long time to take effect.

As a result, when JoJo met DIO for the second time...

Facing Dana, a Ripple warrior not much weaker than Zeppeli, DIO only spent a second or two freezing Dana's body, except for his head, into a block of ice!?

This outrageous ability to grow.

And the immortality that allows one to survive being cleaved in two by a blade imbued with ripples.

The feeling that DIO evoked in them.

All that's left is despair.

However, DIO was portrayed as so dangerous and terrifying.

He hadn't been gloating for long before he was quickly killed by JoJo?!

What's going on here?!?

Of course, JoJo's ability to defeat DIO was definitely not due to any protagonist's halo.

The blazing flame in his hand was not some illusory fire of courage.

 　Instead, he actually put his hands into the flames and used the ripples to intensify the temperature of the flames, so that while he was being fiercely burned, he could melt DIO's freezing air and become the true Fire of Courage!

This awareness of the dangers of risking one's life.

No one doubts the significance of JoJo's victory over DIO.

But Phantom Blood has only aired eight episodes so far!

The final boss was defeated in episode eight, so what happened next...?

"Uh, it seems Green Dolphin Studios never said DIO was the final boss..."

Kong suddenly remembered something.

Despite the fact that in the storyline of Phantom Blood, DIO has always been the one who firmly holds the hatred of the audience.

From the first episode until he was killed by JoJo, he remained the same super boss!

But who remembers that DIO's initial wish was simply to seize the Joestar family's fortune...?

To think that, as it is now, being seen by Speedwagon, and even by these viewers, is equivalent to defeating DIO and saving the world.

It was only after DIO's plot to seize the Joestar family fortune was exposed that he was forced to wear the Stone Mask and become a vampire to escape. Ultimately, the ambition brought about by the powerful strength of his vampire body completely changed his original dream.

So here's the question.

How did the Stone Demon Mask come about?

The relics left by JOJO's deceased mother, the antiques bought from some ruins, or the antiques bought from some merchant... these are all just superficial sources.

It is a mechanism that can eject bone spikes from inside the stone mask as long as there is a drop of blood on it.

It is this precise stimulation of acupoints on the human brain that transforms humans into vampires through physical modification.

And in contrast to vampires, there are also Ripple warriors, who also possess a long and ancient heritage.

All of these things tell us that the origin of the Stone Demon Mask is far from simple.

After all, just one Stone Mask can create a vampire like DIO.

Who can guarantee that the "person" who created the Stone Mask won't be even more perverted, or have something even more perverted?

"So that's why the real title of 'Phantom Blood' is 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood,' and why, in the opening sequence, the first six images shown are now only JoJo himself appearing in the story."

Although in the OP production.

Pucci and his friends used some of the style of comics.

That is, to show the six generations of JoJo performing together, based on the art style of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" in Pucci's past life memories.

However, they didn't actually gather all the actors for the six generations of JoJo to appear one by one.

But that doesn't stop viewers who have seen the opening sequence from recognizing Jonathan, the original JoJo, at a glance!

Leaving aside the perfect fit of the chosen actors in terms of appearance.

Let's just talk about clothing.

Especially the outfits worn by the later JoJo characters.

Once they appear, these viewers will never forget these highly recognizable outfits!

"The fact that the Stone Mask fell into the sea actually signifies that the story of *Phantom Blood* is not over. JoJo will inherit Zeppeli's will, travel the world to find the Stone Mask left behind, and pass on and spread this will..."

In that case, "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" truly is a wondrous adventure with a grand-scale story.

Kong sighed.

Zeppeli and JoJo.

Then there's JOJO and his successor.

A kind of immortality different from vampires who steal the life force of others.

Instead, it relies on the will of humanity itself to pass on this belief, until it creates an eternal life for future generations in a peaceful world free from the threat of vampires.

Now, Kong finally understood the meaning of Zeppeli's death.

And the meaning behind those comments posted by the guy with the ID "White Snake" on 2CH.

This sacrifice is truly remarkable!

"The anthem of humanity is the anthem of courage!"

"The greatness of humanity lies in the greatness of courage!"

"Now, even if the next episode of 'Phantom Blood' features a storyline similar to Uncle Zeppeli's death, I will no longer feel pain or confusion."

"I have come to know the true meaning of this death, and what it leaves behind will be far more important than death itself!"

He said this and excitedly posted it on 2CH.

He was probably completely unaware that, far away in the Green Dolphin studio, on the other side...

That's when they started filming the final episode of "Phantom Blood".

That is to say...

—The Death of Jonathan Joestar.

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Chapter 52: The sky cleared, the rain stopped, and Jolyne Kujo felt she was back to her old self.

"Hehe, that won't work at all..."

At this moment, Jolyne Kujo was like a dried-out salted fish that had lost its dreams.

While lazily browsing the reactions of viewers after the latest episode of "Phantom Blood" aired.

On one side, there was an aura of decay and deathly despair emanating from all around.

Because her plan completely failed!

No, it can't be called a failure.

At least when the scene depicting Zeppeli's death was shown, all discussions about Phantom Blood were filled with lamentations.

until...

"[White Snake]! [New Moon]!!"

Jolyne Kujo said through gritted teeth.

She will never forget.

It's because of these two guys that she's become like this!

This also allowed "Phantom Blood," which had temporarily fallen into a trough, to quickly rise again.

It even attracted far more viewers and more views than usual!

Such a huge hatred is laid out here.

If she doesn't get her revenge, she's not a "Kujou"!

However, these two guys were very cautious.

No matter how she tried to coerce or entice him, he wouldn't budge and reveal his true identity.

This is a completely different type from another person, "White Demon," who always hangs around in their comments and will expose their location and address for a fee.

But how could these minor difficulties possibly stop her from going to Jolyne Kujo!?

Zeppeli's death, you say it was a passing down of will, right?

So, the death of Danya will be shown in the next episode.

Jolyne Kujo refused to believe that the White Serpent and the New Moon could possibly come up with any other reason for this plot twist!

The reason for the inheritance of will had already appeared in the plot of Zeppeli's death.

Even in the previous episode.

For JoJo and his friends in the Phantom Blood storyline, it's very likely that this happened just a few minutes ago!

Don't tell me that Uncle Zeppeli's will, which he transferred to Jojo through his own death, only lasted for a few minutes!

This is a reason that really needs to be stated.

Don't say it's Jolyne Kujo.

Even those who love Phantom Blood won't believe it!

I would never believe it!

And questioned—

—Who keeps killing off important characters in the plot like you?!

Once this question is raised...

Not only will those viewers who were misled by "White Snake" and "New Moon" be able to realize that "Phantom Blood" is a "bad movie".

It's quite possible that the two people she couldn't find any clues about, namely the White Snake and the New Moon, were so anxious and flustered that they accidentally revealed their identities!

It's safe to say that we just need to wait for episode eight of "Phantom Blood" to air.

Everything will be alright!

Jolyne Kujo had believed this so deeply before.

They even went so far as to wait in the comments section, on 2ch, and on various forums related to "Phantom Blood" for [White Snake] and [New Moon] to be caught!

But, but!

[]:"The discussion began in the opening of 'Jojo ~Sono Blood No Fate~' and will continue to be a golden spirit that will be passed down!"

...

Where did you come from, you little idiot? ...No, wait! Damn it! It's you again, [ ]!!

Looking at this pinned post on 2CH.

After the eighth episode of "Phantom Blood" aired.

He kept a close eye on the accounts of [White Snake] and [New Moon].

Jolyne Kujo, who was even considering broadcasting the video at different times in different regions to find out where those two bastards were, was devastated.

She clearly hadn't slept a wink last night, spending all her time guarding the fully submersible device.

Only after repeatedly browsing through the homepages of "White Snake" and "New Moon" to confirm that they probably wouldn't post any dangerous comments did I finally feel at ease enough to go to sleep the next morning.

Then I woke up...

Her house was robbed!?

It wasn't the heinous villains, the White Snake and the New Moon, but rather someone she'd almost forgotten—[ ]!?

"Tell me! Were you all assigned by the system to play me?!"

"Otherwise, why would you all, whether you're just ordinary people or big streamers, always actively, even at your own expense, help me promote my content without me spending a single penny?!"

"Is this reasonable!?"

(PS: Pucci: That makes sense, because this really wasn't self-funded; I did pay for it at the beginning...)

"I'm begging you! If you really want to help me, please don't make things worse!!"

Jolyne Kujo, unaware of the efforts behind the scenes by Pucci and his "loyal subjects," completely lost her composure when she got to this point.

Family members, does anyone know this?

This is a state of wanting to completely give up and become a couch potato.

It lasted for several tens of minutes.

It was only after Jolyne Kujo thought about the system's rewards and the happy life that would follow that her competitive spirit was rekindled.

*Smack! Smack! Smack!*

Slap your cheeks hard.

She used this painful stimulation to rescue Jolyne Kujo from the abyss of defeat.

She rallied and said, "...No, it's okay, there's no problem!"

"In fact, the fact that things have turned out this way is simply because my strategy went wrong!"

At this point, Jolyne Kujo's eyes regained their former confidence.

And his gaze burned as he stared intently at the comments about "Phantom Blood".

After browsing through so many comments about viewers' opinions on the new episode of "Phantom Blood".

Jolyne Kujo was certain of one thing.

Sometimes, extras have no human rights.

Danya's death did not cause the huge sensation she had expected.

It's not like [the White Snake] and the others; they just gave the audience some kind of mind-altering spell.

However, Danya, who had just made his debut, had a very short appearance time.

Aside from showcasing his friendship with Zeppeli, his successful use of Ripple to injure DIO before his death, which provided some inspiration for JoJo's later victory over DIO, and the bizarre metaphor of DIO giving him Ripple—more vulgar than a frog's piss—it also serves as a basis for further discussion.

He didn't leave a lasting impression on the audience after that.

Not to mention that the person who killed him was DIO...

For the audience, it's perfectly normal for Dana to be defeated by DIO.

Conversely, it would be unbelievable if DIO were defeated by Dana.

This is also a shortcoming of the original Phantom Blood.

The fast-paced plot leaves no time for viewers to think or immerse themselves in the story.

Even with the adjustments and modifications made by Pucci and his team, it's impossible to suddenly give him more screen time.

Therefore, since only a few viewers were aware of Danya's death, it was naturally impossible for it to cause a great sensation.

But this time...

The sky cleared, the rain stopped, and Jolyne Kujo, feeling like she was back in action, smiled confidently.

"But it's time for JoJo, the protagonist, to show us what it means to pass on the torch!"

...

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Chapter 53: My Heart Is Apollo 11.

That's right, she hasn't lost yet!

Not only did they not lose, they got even closer to victory!

The saying goes, "Things shouldn't happen more than three times."

If she continues to work hard, all the anger, regret, and sadness that have accumulated over time will be meaningful!

As long as she doesn't stop, the road will keep extending!

After all, that's why she chose Pucci.

The reason for choosing the script "Blood of the Phantom" is...

Isn't it because in this parallel world, unlike Pucci's previous life where he had gradually matured and even dared to try all sorts of outrageous plots, there has never been a work that so resolutely killed off the protagonist?

Even works that involve torturing the protagonist.

At most, they would kill the protagonist's entire family, not even sparing a single dog.

They won't kill the protagonist along with them.

It seems that in this respect, these unscrupulous screenwriters in the industry have spared their last bit of tenderness for the protagonists in their works.

Although you are living a life worse than death, you still have life, don't you?

(PS: Although the author personally likes Gundam, or rather, giant robots, and has no ill feelings towards Yoshiyuki Tomino, who created the Gundam series, Yoshiyuki Tomino is truly perverted in his inhumanity.)

It goes without saying.

The existence of the main character embodies a great deal of emotional investment from the audience.

So much so that even screenwriters who like to torture their protagonists and kill indiscriminately, even wiping out entire families on a whim, dare not easily kill off the main character.

Now, Phantom Blood is about to touch this taboo and bottom line.

It is inevitable...

"To die without a burial place...that's what you all think, right?"

In the crew of "Phantom Blood".

When faced with Shinbo Akiyuki and the others who were also thinking about this issue, Pucci frankly admitted, "Seriously, I think so too."

"...Eeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!?"

Although they were filming the scene of Zeppeli's death.

Because they had Jolyne Kujo's permission, they had a lot of fun filming there.

There's no need to worry about grades, or anything else, like whether you have land or not.

They simply need to unleash their creative genius and draw freely on this almost blank sheet of paper.

It's no wonder that such preferential treatment was met with such reaction after hearing Pucci repeat his words.

Without a second thought, Shinbo Akiyuki joined in, saying, "President Kujo, we love you!"

After all, for any creator, especially one with a unique personal style like his, this is a dream come true.

Regardless of whether he was truly awakened by Jolyne Kujo's youthful passion, or whether he himself wanted to create the story he desired without restraint.

All of this will only lead Shinbo Akiyuki to make the same choice he made back then.

Unless he is not the creator.

However, the situation is somewhat different now...

This is not as simple as the death of an important character.

Rather, for the audience and even for the work itself, it means that the most important protagonist will be killed off immediately by them!

Don't say that Shinbo Akiyuki didn't dare to make up his mind.

Even Pucci.

Having read the script beforehand, he felt somewhat apprehensive after learning about the current state of the industry.

Just like Akira Toriyama, who wanted to replace the protagonist, in the end he had to somehow resurrect Goku, whom he had killed off, to save the world.

In an industry where no work has ever openly killed off its protagonist.

Their choice was essentially equivalent to actively venturing into the sea and opening up new sea routes during the Age of Exploration; every step required immense courage.

Because every step they take could very well lead to an abyss.

Unlike previous situations where there were precedents to learn from, this is a real gamble that is enough to scare away any challenger!

so...

"In July 1969, Neil Armstrong of Apollo 11 became the first human to set foot on the moon, a historic event."

"...?"

Shinbo Akiyuki looked at Pucci with a puzzled expression.

He was still reeling from the shock of Pucci's words, which revealed that even Pucci himself, who had proposed the script, lacked confidence in it.

Not only did they not receive comfort from Pucci.

And then suddenly, they heard a reply that was completely unrelated to what they were discussing.

Although Akiyuki Shinbo was no stranger to Apollo 11 and the moon landing.

After all, the story itself is very topical.

Countless works have been created based on this story.

Whether it's landing on the moon and discovering aliens, or astronauts entering space and becoming superpowered after being exposed to cosmic radiation... it's all very interesting.

But what does this have to do with them?

This story takes place in the 20th century, after World War II had ended.

For Phantom Blood, which was still in the 19th century, it was completely meaningless.

Even if Pucci wanted to set the origin of the Stone Mask as an item left behind by aliens in later stories, and the Ripple Kung Fu corresponding to the Stone Mask as something deliberately left behind by aliens, with the purpose of making the vampires transformed from the Stone Mask fight each other with the Ripple Warriors who learned Ripple Kung Fu to achieve some alien goal, it would be a bit too early.

Although this concept sounds rather interesting...

Shinbo Akiyuki was hit by this massive amount of information.

That's when your mind starts to wander.

Pucci's voice continued, "I've never been able to understand what's so great about this."

"Rockets can fly into space and to the moon because of the scientists who design them and the engineers who build them. So what if they carry a monkey? They can still send it into space!"

No matter how you look at it, this is a bit of an overstatement.

Upon hearing Pucci's words, Shinbo Akiyuki, who had regained his senses slightly, retorted.

But seeing Pucci's incredibly serious gaze, he realized that Shinbo Akiyuki wasn't joking; he was just keeping his吐槽 (tu cao, a Chinese internet slang term for sarcastic or critical remarks) to himself and hadn't actually said it aloud.

It's incredible.

But that look in his eyes was definitely not a joke.

Looking at Pucci's earnest expression, his words seemed to possess a magical quality, drawing Shinbo Akiyuki to continue listening.

"But when this thought popped into my head, I finally understood the true meaning of humanity setting foot on the moon!"

Pucci's voice grew louder and louder, and his tone became increasingly impassioned.

"What sets foot on the moon is the human spirit!"

"Human growth occurred at that moment when we transcended Earth and achieved sublimation!"

"Let the fact that anyone, even any living being, can set foot on the moon be engraved on the souls of all humanity!!"

"...And that is what we need to do."

Entering the last character, the script was transmitted into the fully immersive device, allowing Pucci, whose world was thus evolving, to declare in a resounding voice: "We will create our own historic event!"

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Chapter 54: ONE PIECE

The original Pucci.

He had no idea what kind of determination Araki, who lived in his previous life, had when creating "Phantom Blood" that led him to draw Jonathan's death in the final chapter.

It's unclear why, after this chapter was publicly released, the author became the first manga artist in the history of "JUMP" to kill off the protagonist during the serialization of his work.

How Araki-sensei persuaded his editor before drawing this chapter was even finished.

And after this chapter is drawn, how will he face the readers who read "Phantom Blood" and withstand the pressure from them?

After all, when Pucci learned about the existence of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" and was recommended to watch it, he became engrossed in the series.

The first part of "Phantom Blood" has been over for a very long time.

Of course, they don't experience any pressure or anything like that.

What we can expect is an even more exciting next installment of "JoJo"!

This is Pucci's previous life, Apollo 11, which was brought to him by Araki and "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure".

He completely forgot about it.

The death of the protagonist in a work is never an easy thing.

Even if Pucci knew.

Only Jonathan's death.

Only then could we have the next part, Battle Tendency, and Joseph, the second JoJo, who is completely different from Jonathan, who is the epitome of a gentleman, yet possesses a personal charm that is in no way inferior to Jonathan's.

That's how the story of the next installment, Stardust Crusaders, came about.

But was this ending truly inevitable?

Shinbo Akiyuki couldn't help but ask this question.

Unlike before.

Having passed the age of youthful passion, he found it difficult to withstand the impact of Apollo 11.

Just like "Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha," which was Akiyuki Shinbo's original masterpiece.

It was also after the failure of "Soul Hunt" and the profound transformation of the Li-anime world that Shinbo Akiyuki returned to the mainstream anime world, in which he announced his return to the industry.

Although the various settings in it were very innovative for their time.

Whether it's breaking away from the fairytale-like setting of magical girl works and making the story more realistic, or breaking the traditional black-and-white distinction between good and evil.

These magical girls, who don't look magical at all but rather high-tech, resemble humanoid Gundams.

...The same applies to all of them.

However, this story contains very little of Shinbo Akiyuki's own style.

Conversely, around the same time, another work directed by Akiyuki Shinbo was "Tsukuyomi".

From the opening theme to the ending theme, it all has that familiar Akiyuki Shinbo vibe.

All I can say is that growing up is about turning a passionate young person into a dirty adult.

Shinbo Akiyuki has been working in the li fandom for so many years.

He was a dirty adult in every sense of the word.

Therefore, this is an unprecedented operation in the industry.

Even though Pucci's words were full of appeal to him and he did indeed yearn for them.

However, if possible, Akiyuki Shinbo would prefer to choose a safer approach.

After all, free creation is the opposite of courting death.

There are still some differences.

"I regret to inform you that the answer to your question is that this ending was simply inevitable."

After a moment of contemplation, Pucci shrugged and replied, "Not in a narrative sense, but in a more... well, like the significance of Zeppeli's death, inevitably."

It's just so that the later JoJo stories can proceed smoothly.

It's not difficult to slightly modify this plot.

The second part goes without saying.

Even in the third part, which is deeply connected to DIO and the final ending of Phantom Blood, there are alternative ways to change the plot.

Like in a JOJO fanfiction that Pucci had seen on CWM, where DIO accidentally brought Zeppeli's descendants into the Egyptian gang.

Given DIO's personality, in order to gain eternal peace of mind, he would inevitably take action against Joestar's descendants.

This inevitably means sending that invincible man to him, thus beginning the story of Stardust Crusaders.

And this is a subtle change made to the story of "JOJO".

It's actually not that difficult.

After all, this is a parallel world.

There isn't an original "JOJO" manga, is there?

To put it bluntly, even if Pucci really did change the later plot, the audience in this parallel world would have no idea.

However, this is only a modification to the plot.

"Shinbo, you must have read the script for the second part of 'Battle Tendency', right?"

Because "Phantom Blood" is nearing its end.

And he also found the lead role for the second part, Sakata Gintoki, through connections.

Regarding "Battle Tendency," the story script for this sequel to "Phantom Blood" is no longer a secret.

So Pucci took it out and asked, "So, compared to Jonathan, what are the differences between Joseph, the second JoJo?"

"..."

Are you sure you really want me to say it?

Upon hearing this question, Shinbo Akiyuki immediately gave Pucci this look.

Only after he was certain that Pucci genuinely wanted to ask that question did he reply in a slightly more tactful tone: "Uh, Joseph's character seems a bit more refreshing, doesn't he..."

"Alright, alright, just say that Joseph is nothing like Jonathan, and I'll understand what you mean."

Pucci interrupted, "Whether it's his conduct or his fighting style, if Jonathan is a typical British gentleman, then Joseph is a typical American old rogue."

Oh, so you knew that too.

Shinbo Akiyuki also thought to himself.

"So now you understand why I insisted on filming according to the original storyline of 'Phantom Blood,' right?"

She didn't notice Akiyuki Shinbo's subtle glance.

Pucci continued, "It's not just Jonathan's death; for us, it's like an Apollo 11 mission. Joseph's unconventional style, so different from the mainstream protagonists, is also like an Apollo 11 mission for us."

"If we don't even have the courage to try to escape Earth's gravity, then we'll never be able to land on the moon and set foot on its surface!"

(PS: At a time when straightforward, masculine styles like Fist of the North Star dominated the world, Battle Tendency, which focused on tactics and deception, showcasing the combat wisdom between characters rather than brute force, was truly an anomaly among anomalies, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that it was groundbreaking in some ways.)

"Just like Zeppeli ultimately passed on his beliefs to Jonathan."

"Jonathan's death not only symbolizes the end of the Phantom Blood story, but also the beginning of a great era... That's what I think."

Pucci is no longer a reader, but a creator who thinks critically.

He now seems to be able to somewhat understand the feelings that Araki-sensei had back then.

And unlike him, who could still see a glimmer of a way forward, Araki-sensei truly found the awareness and courage to move forward in the pitch-black wilderness!

"..."

In contrast, Akiyuki Shinbo fell silent.

Then, they began searching for what Pucci had written and transmitted on the fully submersible device.

"...!?"

"While I still don't quite approve of Pucci supervising your risky actions, but..."

Shinbo Akiyuki sighed rather helplessly, "Now that I'm on this Apollo 11 spaceship flying into space, it seems a little too late for me to get off."

"Right now, all I can do is desperately check the spaceship for any bugs before it reaches its destination, in order to prevent an accident and sinking along the way."

"...Hahaha, don't worry about that, Shinbo!" Pucci laughed, "Our spaceship will definitely be able to send us to the moon and get ONE PIECE!"

...

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Chapter 55: The Final Ripple

My heart belongs to Apollo 11!

That's what they say.

Furthermore, Pucci also dragged Shinbo Akiyuki onto the pirate ship.

But whether they can successfully land on the moon and obtain ONE PIECE remains to be seen.

It is still a matter that is very worthy of consideration, and even full of questions.

At least in the minds of everyone, including Pucci.

Their bottom line is that even if they ultimately mess up "Phantom Blood," it will have nothing to do with "Battle Tendency."

If they can use the death of Jonathan, the first JoJo, in Phantom Blood to usher in the next era and continue to pass on this timeless golden spirit.

Then they are successful! ...That's just the bare minimum.

"So, how exactly did you convince President Kujo?"

Shinbo Akiyuki resigned himself to his fate.

After all, don't be fooled by how nicely they talk before.

But this also means that the curtain has been raised.

But that's the meaning behind Roger's death in One Piece, which is to usher in the Great Pirate Era.

They all use the death of the founder to create a foundation for those who come after.

This doesn't seem like something an investor should do.

"That's the truth, of course," Pucci laughed. "This would be impossible for other investors, but for our CEO of Kongtiao… well, that's another story!"

"After all, she's President Kujo!"

Although he didn't actually expect that when he asked Jolyne Kujo for her opinion...

Jolyne Kujo responded to his request so easily.

Let him do whatever he wants.

It doesn't matter if we lose money.

As long as the final product is the same script he initially showed her, that's fine...

To be honest, if I weren't so confident that I absolutely didn't have Joestar blood...

Pucci might genuinely believe that his parents have been pretending to be ordinary people to test and train him.

His real name is actually Pucci Joestar.

Jolyne Kujo is his half-sibling!

Unfortunately, I specifically checked my body, especially my neck.

After discovering that there was no Joestar-specific star-shaped birthmark on it, and that it was spotless.

Pucci then gave up on this pointless fantasy.

Perhaps Jolyne Kujo really is the woman who could become my mother... *cough*, I digress. It's probably because Jolyne Kujo, with Joestar blood flowing through her veins, truly loves this kind of Golden Spirit story.

Regardless of Zeppeli's death, this is a storyline for which there are at least many precedents in the industry.

Or the death of Jonathan—no one would dare to write it like that, nor would anyone dare to kill off the protagonist while the story is still going on.

They were completely left to create freely, which was tantamount to courting death!

—That's actually not bad either.

Seeing the same incredulous expression on Shinbo Akiyuki's face as when he first heard the news, Pucci sighed inwardly.

—At least we are lucky to have met the best boss, aren't we?

—This is such a hassle. If I just let Phantom Blood die like this, won't I die of shame because of my guilty conscience?

—I guess I'll try to recoup some of Jolyne's costs through the final Blu-ray sales. What can I do? You can't find an employee as considerate as me, even with a lantern.

(PS: Jolyne Kujo: F*** you! Pucci! You'd better die of shame!!)

Hmm, it sounds like something is talking.

Shouting is probably just an illusion.

After finalizing this idea in my mind...

Furthermore, the entire Phantom Blood production team, the entire Green Dolphin Studio, and even the Kamikaze Studio led by Junpei Mizusaki, who was an outsider, were all united in will and belief from top to bottom.

The filming of this final episode.

It was even faster than Pucci had anticipated.

It's as if this isn't a special storyline that anyone has ever filmed before.

Instead, it's like a typical storyline that everyone knows how to film...

That makes sense, though.

Just like in martial arts novels, even those divine skills that claim to be immune to all poisons are still unable to resist those rare poisons that can only be cured by the union of male and female yin and yang.

Even such an outrageous premise can be vividly depicted by the creators of martial arts works.

Furthermore, the related plots of heroes rescuing beauties or beauties rescuing heroes have become an essential classic plot in every work related to martial arts.

It's just a plot point where the main character dies.

How could it not be difficult for them to film this storyline?

Not to mention...

"That Shinbo guy, I had to persuade him several times before he reluctantly agreed to this ending, and now..."

Of all of them, the one who was working the hardest was Shinbo Akira.

Pucci had a strong feeling that Shinbo Akiyuki might have been playing him before.

Why are you so skilled at it?

How many times have you filmed this scene before, or how many times have you imagined filming it in your mind?!

that's all.

There was absolutely no pressure.

It could even be described as lighthearted and enjoyable; everyone seemed to have a kind of work efficiency in mind regarding this kind of plot where the protagonist dies, as if they had long wanted to try it out.

And in Pucci, he initially used the two alt accounts, "White Snake" and "New Moon".

First, let's elevate the theme of "Phantom Blood" to an infinitely higher level.

Then there are the ordinary viewers, who were led astray by the two alternate accounts of Puchi, and subconsciously used this distorted topic to over-interpret "Phantom Blood".

Without a doubt.

In the recently aired eighth episode, DIO, who seemed to be the final boss, was finally defeated by JoJo and his friends.

This plot did not dampen their enthusiasm to continue watching the series.

On the contrary, it's because DIO died in the eighth episode.

In an industry environment where most works only progress to the middle of the plot and even need to use fan service episodes like swimsuit scenes to alleviate the viewing experience.

No one would believe that Phantom Blood ended so quickly for the audience.

I'm increasingly convinced that "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood" is a story that is passed down through generations, a grand tale of the will and dreams inherited from Zeppeli being passed on from one generation to the next, much like the story of the Foolish Old Man Who Moved Mountains.

They are already eagerly anticipating JoJo's next adventure.

And I can't wait to see how JOJO passes on this will and dream to the next person.

That's at least the sixth generation of JoJo.

Just thinking about it makes me wonder what a magnificent story this must be.

then...

—JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood, Episode 9.

—The Last Ripple!!

They finally arrived in front of them...

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Chapter 56: Destiny

"Hmph, ahh ...

"Arms, move your arms quickly... before the ripples reach your head... before that...!!"

Episode 9 of Phantom Blood picks up immediately after episode 8.

In the previous episode, JoJo, whose courage was burning both mentally and physically, successfully used this burning courage to purify DIO's vaporization freezing method.

And with this blazing ripple, DIO's vampire body was completely vaporized!

Logically speaking, DIO should have been dead by now.

However, in the opening scene of this ninth episode...

However, this completely overturned the result!

DIO is not dead!

Indeed, DIO was hit in the body by JOJO's Ripple attack.

It's true that a vampire's constitution is like a snail to salt when it comes into contact with Ripple; it will dissolve and perish as soon as it touches the surface.

But JOJO, he should be the one to lead the charge.

Conventional weaknesses of the heart have absolutely no effect on vampires!

Not to mention that DIO specifically researched Ripple to overcome its shortcomings and actually developed a vaporization-freezing method, a technique specifically designed to counter Ripple Qigong.

Even the spread of ripples within his body was much slower than that of a typical vampire!

This gave DIO relatively ample time to sever and separate his head from his body, which was completely overwhelmed by Ripple, leaving only his annihilated body to create the illusion that he had been destroyed by JoJo and his crew...

Episode 9 of Phantom Blood.

The story begins with such a bombshell plot twist.

It not only subverted the original plot of the eighth episode.

It also completely overturned the audience's previous speculations about the story of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure".

This makes the story of the ninth episode unpredictable and mysterious from the very beginning...

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"Well...?"

"Forehead...!?"

"Wait a minute, I'm the main character!?"

Looking at this scene unfolding before my eyes.

Sakata Gintoki, who had just signed a contract with Green Dolphin Studio not long ago, was looking at DIO, who had been completely resurrected... well, in short, hadn't actually died yet, with a completely bewildered expression.

Wasn't it agreed that he would inherit JOJO's will and become the protagonist of the new work in the next series?

Why is DIO still around?

If DIO hadn't died, how could JoJo, whose fate was intertwined with DIO's, possibly have ended his storyline?

So, is the next installment of "Phantom Blood" going to be a sequel that we'll never see again?

I recalled those well-known cases in the industry where an actor was effectively blacklisted until the contract expired with just one contract.

Before the ninth episode aired, Pucci specifically instructed him to watch "Phantom Blood" to learn about the golden spirit.

He had already taken on the side job of making Kuroko, and the target of his mockery was Sakata Gintoki from "Phantom Blood".

Feeling guilty, he became even more flustered.

So much so that he didn't notice at all.

Other viewers who were also watching this ninth episode.

They saw that JoJo finally got together with Alina.

And they were preparing to take a ship to America for their honeymoon.

A coffin.

A coffin, which was supposedly commissioned by the Japanese to be loaded onto the ship, was carried aboard by four strong men, and that's how it came into their view.

A bad feeling.

From the title "The Last Ripple!!" to the initial bad feeling that I had upon seeing that DIO was still alive.

It then spread wildly into their hearts!

"No, no way! That's impossible!!"

They had already realized something.

And because of his kinship with Uncle Zeppeli, he was staying at the Kujo family's house with Uncle Zeppeli and was watching this episode with Jonathan and the others.

His hands had unconsciously gripped Jonathan's shoulders tightly as he shouted, "JOJO, tell me! This is all fake!"

"Whether it's the reason you actually had time to watch Phantom Blood with us, or the reason you wanted to tell me a surprise after this episode of Phantom Blood ended... it's not what I imagined at all!!"

"Caesar..."

"Stop, Caesar."

Seeing Jonathan's troubled expression, it was Uncle Zeppelin who finally stepped in to smooth things over, saying, "It's not the behavior of a gentleman to proactively spoil the plot before others have even finished watching the work."

"Caesar, do you want Jonathan to be unable to be a gentleman because of you, because of this kind of thing?!"

"..."

If Uncle Zeppeli was talking about something else...

No matter what Caesar says, he will not give up!

However, if his behavior is likely to cause trouble or great distress to others...

So no matter how much he wants to know the truth.

How I longed to hear Jonathan deny his guess.

He would never allow himself to continue acting recklessly for his own selfish reasons.

so...

"It's alright, Uncle Zeppeli, Caesar. I…"

"No need to say anything, JOJO!"

Caesar interrupted, "If I continue, it will only be because I want to achieve self-satisfaction."

That's right, the answer is right in front of you.

He himself had actually guessed the answer.

But dissatisfied with the answer he had guessed, he desperately wanted to hear Jonathan's desired denial, even for the slightest possibility of it being wrong...

What else could this be but self-satisfaction?

Frustrated by his own actions, Caesar said bitterly, "I will not admit it!"

"...!?"

"To me, the only person worthy of the name [JOJO] is you, Jonathan! No one else is even qualified to inherit this name!"

"Even letting them inherit this name would be an insult to it!"

Caesar said firmly, "I will prove this with my own actions!"

"..."

"So Caesar, you already guessed that? We were planning to keep it a surprise..."

Uncle Zeppeli heard Caesar's bold words and understood the meaning behind them.

After exchanging a glance with Jonathan, he reluctantly brought out the Green Dolphin Studios actor contracts ahead of time.

"Congratulations, Caesar. Although I was unsure whether to take it out after hearing your words, since this gift wasn't prepared for you by me but by someone else, I decided to give it to you anyway."

"—Actor contract for Part 2 of 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure'. If you truly accept this gift and wish to participate in the filming of this work, simply sign your name on it..."

"It sounds pretty simple. No wonder anyone can inherit [JOJO]."

Taking the contract and signing his name without hesitation, Caesar said, "However, I will make them change that!"

"..."

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If we say...

Sakata Gintoki and Caesar knew in advance that a second part was coming.

As for the still unfinished "Phantom Blood," he already had a certain answer.

And each of them showed their different attitudes toward the answer.

For the others, the answer is unknown.

You only know if you answered correctly after the teacher has finished grading the test.

Similarly, we can only wait until the plot of "Phantom Blood" actually reaches a certain specific scene.

Only then can the other viewers know whether their guesses are correct.

Their current feelings.

Just like all the other test takers, I was both nervous and full of anticipation.

"That's right, so what if DIO didn't die?"

"So what if DIO infiltrated JoJo and Irina's honeymoon ship?"

"Back then, JOJO was able to beat DIO, who had a complete body, down to just his head while protecting Poco and his sister."

"Now, facing DIO who only has one movable head, it's absolutely no problem for JOJO to roast DIO with Ripple again!"

"..."

That's right, they have nothing to be afraid of!

JOJO is...

"It's broken... something inside my body has broken... it's something very important..."

Slowly.

All the viewers were waiting for JoJo to once again muster the courage to overcome fate.

It's like the sun setting.

All they could see was JoJo's frail figure, having burned away the last wisp of Ripple within him to protect Erina, before finally collapsing powerless!

"This...this is...this is my life...is this the final ripple of my life...?"

"Too...too weak...Although we weren't able to completely destroy that undead being...it's enough..."

JOJO smiled with satisfaction.

He felt absolutely no sadness at the thought of his impending death.

On the contrary, he felt genuinely fortunate that even in his weakness, he was able to protect Alina.

JoJo was shot through the trachea in his neck by DIO's Hollow Eye Piercer, making him unable to breathe or use Ripple.

He felt immense joy that he could still save the lives of the three remaining people.

"I wish you happiness... Alina..."

Amidst the sea of ​​fire.

JOJO imprisoned DIO and all the living dead in the raging flames.

He was saying his final goodbye to Alina.

And it gradually disappeared into the flames.

Everything was just like the fire that happened at Joestar's house a few months ago, a replay of the past.

JOJO and DIO.

They survived that fire.

It will once again be lost in the fire.

"..."

"...!!?"

So much time has passed, it's time for this book to be put on the shelves.

If I were to explain why I wrote this book...

It's probably because I really like the JOJO story myself.

So I wrote it.

The first generation, a blond, impoverished man, raises a stone mask symbolizing courage to rebel against his unjust fate and the wealthy scions who obstruct him.

The second generation, a person of unparalleled wisdom, who is clearly detached from everything, is inlaid with a red stone symbolizing bonds, and seeks revenge on Earth for his comrades who are his mortal enemies.

The third generation, a commoner who had become a king, even after becoming the strongest, still couldn't sever his past destiny and silently walked towards the invincible man.

The fourth generation are ordinary people who pursue peace of mind and body. Even if they are left with only despair, they will never give up any possibility and will risk everything to press the switch that symbolizes hope.

The fifth generation, a powerful company owner, facing his own demise, resolutely launches a final battle against the newcomers who threaten the organization's development.

The sixth generation, the last one, a sincere priest, dedicated his life to his best friend's long-cherished wish, persisted in his faith no matter what, and completely ended the fate engraved on everyone!

...This is the spirit of JOJO!!

Finally, I'd like to ask for your first subscription.

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Chapter 57: DIO and the Sea

A huge fire.

It brought with it vampires that were a threat to the entire world.

And the Ripple Warrior corresponding to this vampire.

Similarly, this was also a huge fire.

They, who possessed power surpassing that of the world, were buried again in the scorching heat of this great fire, buried beneath the Atlantic Ocean.

If this is their fate.

So, JOJO would gladly accept this fate.

This is not because fate is invincible or absolute.

Rather, this destiny itself is the destiny they most desire to achieve.

Mr. Zeppeli probably thought the same thing back then.

Looking at Alina, who was shedding tears, and the baby in her arms who had survived on this ship, which had long since become a den of undead, thanks to her mother's sacrifice.

In them, it's as if you can see your own mother, the same person who protected you during your birth, just like JOJO.

It seems that he can better understand the legacy that Mr. Zeppeli passed down to him.

Old life will eventually pass away, and new life will be born.

Is there anything in this world more beautiful or more worthy of protection than this?

I have no regrets about my life!

However, the only person who feels so no regrets is JOJO.

"Wait, wait a minute! Wait a minute, JOJO!"

"Let me go and think about this calmly again!"

Even with the utmost caution.

Even though DIO's attitude towards JOJO has become like Sima Yi when facing Zhuge Liang, even if he only sees an empty city and a puppet, he only dares to run away desperately.

Even though he saw that Jojo was unable to breathe and could not use Ripple, DIO was still as cautious as a frightened bird when he saw that Jojo was still in an attack stance. He shouted at the corpse he was controlling to run away quickly. So what?

The power brought by vampires and undead only makes their caution superficial.

After all, no one is ever afraid of the bread they are about to eat.

That's why JoJo was able to successfully use this fragile Ripple, which even the Corpse Man couldn't destroy, to control the body of the Corpse Man who hadn't listened to DIO's advice and had arrogantly launched an attack.

Using the strength of the living dead, they manually fixed the ship's drive shaft, preventing the accumulated steam and pressure in the steam boiler from being released and causing an implosion.

And it was the successful awakening of DIO from the flames of the explosion, making him realize that if the ship were to explode and shatter, he would be left stranded in the vast ocean, unable to find any shelter from the sun, and would simply be waiting for death to come.

He launched his attack in the instant of his impulsiveness.

JOJO, seizing the opportunity, firmly bound his head to his chest.

"You'll miss Alina a lot too, won't you?"

"And I can heal your wound, so you can live with Alina forever! JOJO!...JOJO...!?"

That's right, DIO will absolutely not accept this fate!

He clearly had gained immortality.

And I'm about to get the best body in the world!

How could someone like him possibly accept the fate of dying like this?

Whether it's bribery or seduction, he will live on forever!

But JOJO...

"This guy... is already dead...!?"

DIO's last hope.

This profound despair arises as JOJO's body becomes increasingly stiff and solid.

— Jonathan Joestar died on February 7, 1889.

These characters, resembling an epitaph, along with the gradually blacking-out image, presented to the audience, expressing the emotions that welled up from the depths of their hearts.

JOJO is dead.

Just like Zeppeli passed this hope on to JoJo.

JOJO also passed on this hope to others before facing his own death.

However, the plot is slightly different from that of Zeppeli's death.

When dealing with the plot regarding Zeppeli's death...

Due to the tight plot, whether it was Zeppeli's courage to face death or JOJO being surrounded by Ripple, the scene where he used the Ripple that merged with Zeppeli to evaporate Tarkas was limited.

Pucci and his team could only focus on these scenes, hoping that the visual impact would compensate for the shortcomings in the plot.

So in this episode...

Pucci and his companions had plenty of time, but from the moment the title appeared, they were already setting the stage for this final ending.

This isn't just something that existed in the original storyline; DIO is still alive and preparing to transform from the challenger to the challenger, setting up a plot for JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

There are also things that weren't in the original storyline...

For example, in order to fit the JoJo's setting, Pucci converted all of his remaining life force into Ripple.

Having exhausted his last Ripple, JoJo's strong and tall body, just like Zeppeli's in the past, became old and frail.

Pale white hair and withered skin.

Even if Jojo becomes such an old man, even if Jojo loses his life and becomes penniless, he still loves Irina.

Everything was just like the vow she made at the beginning: whether he was rich or poor, healthy or unwell, she was willing to stay with him forever, until death do them part.

This is the most essential vow.

The most essential form of love revealed.

Even in Phantom Blood, JoJo and Irina probably didn't spend more than five minutes together, so how did they suddenly get married after a long-term relationship?

At this moment!

Under Elina's kiss with Jojo!

Just like washing one's mouth with muddy water, no other love story can surpass them!

And such a change.

How much did Pucci add to it?

The answer is many, many.

Another example is the final battle between JoJo and DIO.

Just like the core spirit conveyed in "To Live" and "The Old Man and the Sea".

Using the same framework and leveraging Akiyuki Shinbo's unique acting style, Pucci successfully portrays a former hero struggling to survive in this episode.

In contrast, even so, JOJO still dragged his old body, which was exhausted of life force, to use all his strength to shield Erina from the metal fragments that flew out when the steam engine exploded.

He held DIO's head tightly in his arms, disregarding his own life, leaving the hope of survival to Erina and the others.

A person can be knocked down, but not defeated.

Pucci incorporates countless works and iconic scenes from his past into his work, along with this core spirit.

He remade his own version of "Blood of the Phantom".

This means that the story will no longer be just a short nine-episode tale for the viewers.

Rather, it is a magnificent and legendary story that seems to allow one to see another world.

This also applies to all viewers who witnessed this ending.

It exploded completely, along with the ship.

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Chapter 58: Life is as brilliant as summer flowers, death as serene as autumn leaves.

"Jonathan Joestar's life has vanished into oblivion."

"That is a period of history that the world will never know about, a history that has been covered up."

"His noble life will never be celebrated in the world, but his descendants will hear his story. At that time, the new life quietly growing inside me will surely hear his story."

"...No, we don't need to wait for the birth of that new life; we already know!"

Sakata Gintoki was sobbing, his cheeks unknowingly wet with tears.

He was no longer flustered at all.

Although this meant he no longer had to worry about being purged by Pucci.

The so-called purpose of watching the final episode of "Phantom Blood" to learn was actually to let him learn this golden spirit from Jonathan. It was all a misunderstanding on his part before... There was a connection.

But, but...

Watching the ending of JOJO.

Even after all the ripples had disappeared and all the remaining life force and energy had been released, it was still gone.

The image of him, still walking with faltering steps, steadfastly guarding Alina, remains.

The sheer power of that indomitable spirit, so contrary to the frail physique, is awe-inspiring.

It almost made Sakata Gintoki forget everything, completely immersing himself in the story.

Rather, it's more accurate to say that the viewers who followed the series were drawn to it because they liked the story of "Phantom Blood."

As someone who watched "Phantom Blood" not because I liked it, but simply because of work and because I genuinely thought the story was good.

Unlike other viewers, Sakata Gintoki did not immerse himself in the sadness of his favorite character's death.

He was actually more able to feel the charm that JOJO's character radiated in the end.

Just like the story of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms," the reason why it has dominated Japan for countless centuries is not only because Katsushika Hokusai, a national-level Japanese illustrator, specially drew illustrations for Guan Yu, but also because Koei Tecmo has been making new Romance of the Three Kingdoms series for fifty years.

Even Japanese history copied the story of "Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage" and created the story of Kinoshita Hideyoshi's three visits to Takenaka Hanbei.

Isn't it precisely because Zhuge Liang, Guan Yu, and their group of pure individuals who fought for their dreams throughout their lives, yet ultimately could not defy fate despite their tenacious struggles, either dying before achieving their goals or suffering a crushing defeat at Maicheng and ultimately succumbing to the tragic fate of the Three Kingdoms under the Jin Dynasty, that this resonated so deeply with the Japanese?

Let's take a look at JOJO.

The first eight episodes depicted JoJo's life, a life as great and magnificent as a hero.

Yet, in this final ninth episode, with the most tragic and miserable ending, JoJo is rendered unable to even use Ripple. Even the zombies who could kill him with a single punch can now look down on him and mock him at will. Ultimately, he dies at the hands of DIO, the disloyal and treacherous vampire...

This is Bushido!

That's why.

Even though Shinbo Akiyuki and the others initially rejected it in their hearts.

As a result, while reluctantly filming this scene, the more they filmed, the smoother and more enthusiastic they became, and the scene was quickly filmed without Pucci having to urge them on.

They were deeply influenced by the culture of Mono no Aware (the pathos of things).

Even if I don't say it, this is still the kind of story I like the most!

Therefore, it was originally just due to the previously widely publicized death of Zeppeli.

I just realized that there's a film that recently opted for an early screening, and it seems quite interesting. I'm going to see if it lives up to the hype from other viewers online.

They glanced at other people's accounts of the preceding plot.

After learning what kind of story was being told.

When I watched the final episode again...

Fruit Punch Warrior: "Life is as brilliant as summer flowers, death as serene as autumn leaves... Although I thought this poem was beautifully written before, I could never quite describe exactly how beautiful it was."

Fruit Punch Warrior: "But now, I finally understand! This beauty is like a person, so close yet you can only stand there watching them with someone else... Ah! It's so cruel, and so beautiful!!"

Blue-haired girl with earrings: "Upstairs, you really know your stuff. By the way, my interests cover everything!"

Kuri Gohan and Kamehameha: "...Uh, I've already called the police. Is there anything else to say between the people upstairs and upstairs?"

Fruit Punch Warrior: "It's not upstairs, nor is it upstairs above, it's osmanthus!"

"..."

Ahem, although the topic has gone a bit off track, it's still as mentioned above.

The presence of numerous previously unseen IDs in the Phantom Blood comment section and various 2ch forums is related to this.

A brand new trend.

It was gradually born in this world and spread to all corners of the world!

So, action-packed stories can be filmed like this?

It is neither a serious historical drama filmed according to history, nor a work of serious literature.

Instead, it's a classic action-adventure story brimming with courage, friendship, hard work, victory... the kind of story that couldn't be more classic, yet it ends with the protagonist's death!?

For industry professionals who also watched the film and were deeply impressed by the ending of "Phantom Blood" and the incredible amount of discussion it generated among viewers, this film was truly remarkable.

This genre of action-packed works has, after years of development and cultivation, gradually declined from its peak to its current state of stagnation and rigidity.

The arrival of "Phantom Blood" has stirred up more than just a breeze.

It's practically a typhoon!

If Phantom Blood survives, then having seen this new, proven, safe and reliable path of reckless abandon, they will definitely bring more passionate stories full of "love" and "hope" to Japanese audiences in no time!

Judging from the current level of discussion surrounding "Phantom Blood".

It seems like it's not too far off...

While most people were discussing the unconventional ending of "Phantom Blood,"

Those viewers who truly love "Phantom Blood," who have watched JoJo grow from the very first episode and ultimately defeat the great demon king DIO, and who are deeply attracted by JoJo's kindness and courage.

Only then did they finally recover from the devastating outcome, their faces clouded with gloom.

Then...

"JO↑————JO↓————!!"

...

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Chapter 59: BD bonus?

Although the culture of mono no aware is a special emotion imprinted in the hearts of all Japanese people.

Japan's small land area, coupled with its unique natural environment where major disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, and volcanic eruptions occur frequently, has shaped a sense of the fleeting nature of time.

But he is passionate about the culture of mono no aware (the pathos of things).

That doesn't mean they actually like tragic stories.

Just like "Romance of the Three Kingdoms".

If people who like the story of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" had the opportunity to travel back to the Three Kingdoms period, would they just let history unfold according to the final outcome of the unification of the three kingdoms under the Jin Dynasty simply because they like the story?

Impossible!

As long as you have the ability.

So anyone who travels back to the Three Kingdoms period would want to change the ending!

Similarly.

For fans of JOJO.

Their feelings about JOJO's death at the end of the story, at his most glorious moment, didn't resonate with them at all.

On the contrary, their strong desire to kill someone is so intense that it cannot be hidden and is emanating from the words they write!

EMIYA: "Is this the final ending of JOJO? It's really hard to accept."

KO NO Evil God: "Onore! Pucci!!"

"Not wearing clothes is really chilly: This is the worst! This is the worst ending I've ever seen! The director and screenwriter should come out and apologize right now!!"

Kirito: "Please don't say that, everyone. Although the ending of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure was quite sad, if you put that aside, everything else is still pretty good. Even the ending was a pleasant surprise..."

[]: "Shut up! You traitor!"

Kirito: "...Hey, hey, hey, this time I really didn't betray you."

That's the truth.

Despite being a member of the group, Kirito was tricked by Pucci very early on into becoming an actor in a famous scene.

So much so that he was recently recognized on the street.

What he received was never the pen he had prepared in his pocket, nor the autograph he had practiced for it; it was finally having the space to express himself.

Instead, every time, they were greeted with shouts like, "As expected of Kirito! He easily accomplished what we couldn't! He's truly admirable and inspiring!!"

What I said.

How embarrassing.

I feel like I'm going to die.

However, this was also due to the needs of filming.

While filming and learning, Kiritani Kazuto's ability to appreciate a work also improved significantly.

And when Pucci asked him to help promote "Phantom Blood" by leveraging his past status as a celebrity in the gaming industry.

Having crammed on a lot of professional knowledge, he is now completely different from before, able to speak fluently and confidently about a whole host of technical terms in this field.

Kirito: "And even disregarding everything else, this ending, like the earlier plot of Phantom Blood, perfectly corresponds to the scene in the opening sequence... the Stone Mask falling into the sea, and DIO sinking into the sea."

Kirito: "If we combine this with the plot of Uncle Zeppeli's death, which subtly reveals the concept of fate, and interpret this opening as fate in the world of Phantom Blood, then JoJo's final act of defying fate will be so shocking."

Due to Japan's unique geographical environment.

Faced with this truth that human beings cannot defy nature, almost all Japanese people believe that an invincible fate truly exists.

This is also prevalent in their literary works, and in the literary works they love.

That is why, when they saw someone facing this invincible fate, they not only did not choose to escape, but also bravely declared war on this fate.

When they want to transform this imperfect, sorrowful story into what they envision it to be.

Only then can one truly feel the romance of having one's destiny in one's grasp.

After all, if we really had to say...

Unlike the viewers who wanted to see JoJo survive.

At that time, Jojo could no longer use Ripple, and all he wanted to do was to keep Irina alive!

Without a doubt, JOJO did it!

That's why Kirito and others who were just getting into Phantom Blood and didn't have much of an emotional connection to the JoJo character were so full of praise for the final ending.

JOJO did what they all wanted to do but didn't dare to do!

only...

[]: "In order to achieve this, does JoJo have to be killed by DIO?"

Kong said angrily.

If this is the price of defying fate.

What difference is there between that and the fact that fate is always invincible?

That difference does exist.

And Kong also knew the difference between them.

Just like the fate of everyone on this ship, when DIO also boarded the ship, it had already become a hopeless fate of no one surviving.

But because of JOJO's struggle and his resistance against fate, this doomed fate was completely rewritten, and the lives of two or even three people were able to continue.

And the will inherited from JOJO will continue to be passed down!

Valuing the lives of others more than one's own is undoubtedly something JoJo would do.

If JoJo hadn't chosen to do that.

Then they wouldn't like JOJO so much.

But it's precisely because I like it.

They simply cannot accept this cruel ending.

Since JOJO defied fate and increased the number of survivors from zero to three, there's nothing wrong with trying a little harder to increase the number of survivors to four, right?

So still...

[]:"Ono! Pucci!!"

White Snake: "Although everyone is criticizing Green Dolphin Studio and questioning why they killed off JOJO, from another perspective, given the current popularity of Phantom Blood and JOJO, it's impossible that Green Dolphin Studio would kill the goose that lays the golden eggs by ending the whole story with JOJO's death."

White Snake: "Whether it's the secret of the Stone Mask, the child in Alina's belly, or the at least six JoJos shown in the opening who will inherit JoJo's will... all of these make Phantom Blood seem like a story that has ended and can't continue."

White Snake: "So, to solve this mystery, as a loyal viewer, I bought the BD bonus of 'Phantom Blood' as soon as possible and found the answer to this mystery in it."

...Huh?

The Blu-ray bonus for Phantom Blood!?

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Chapter 60: The White Snake, nothing but a clay chicken and a clay dog.

Things seem to be going wrong.

Since the final episode of "Phantom Blood" aired.

So he stayed in the comments section of "Phantom Blood," waiting for Jolyne Kujo to be bloodied by angry viewers.

After seeing the comments in the comment section, which were either fair or praising, she...

I just want to drag those viewers who actually made such comments out of the internet, grab them by the neck, and question them—

JOJO is dead, are you all really that happy!?

And what's this about having the courage to innovate and creating a completely new school of thought in the industry?

Although this ending is indeed the original ending of "Phantom Blood" that Pucci showed her.

But given how cowardly Pucci and his gang were.

If it weren't for her persistent persuasion, Pucci would have filmed according to his original script.

He probably changed the ending, right?

Even if it weren't changed, it would definitely have been filmed in a different location, with a completely different ending.

Can this still be called courage?

As for creating a completely new genre, that's utter nonsense.

Even someone like her, who doesn't know much about the industry, knows how explosive Pucci's script is. It's a miracle that Cheng Nenggong survived until the end of the broadcast; it's only natural that he was overwhelmed by angry viewers.

If a script that can't even guarantee survival can be considered a new genre, then...

The definition of this new school of thought is quite broad.

so...

"No wonder everyone says the industry is doomed sooner or later. With a group of people like this around, isn't it inevitable that it will collapse sooner or later?"

After seeing that the IDs that left these messages were all verified official IDs, I realized that they were all official IDs.

Jolyne Kujo breathed a sigh of relief and laughed, "I knew I hadn't come to the wrong place!"

"With such a group of unreasonable directors and screenwriters around, it's probably harder for me to make money here than to lose money!"

As expected.

The audience's eyes are discerning.

So what if the comments section of "Phantom Blood" is temporarily blocked by you experts?

Do you really think you can control what the audience is saying?

Seeing these comments from viewers quickly replaced the previous barrage of praise.

I saw these many words that lacked literary merit but were filled with emotion.

Jolyne Kujo saw these real viewers, expressing their most genuine reactions to the storyline.

It felt like a gentle spring breeze.

If you can talk, then talk more!

If a work only receives 100% positive reviews, then it must have been written by paid online trolls.

But if there are only 100% negative reviews, then it must be that the work is terrible or has angered the public!

Jolyne Kujo doesn't know whether Phantom Blood is the former.

But she knew it was definitely the latter!

What good is a work that has angered the public, no matter how good or excellent the plot is?

Viewers who are disgusted by it won't be polite to it!

Especially since she herself is a viewer, she naturally understands the feelings of these viewers right now.

The fact that her lips were uncontrollably curving upwards, revealing an exaggerated, tongue-out smile reminiscent of Kogoro Mouri, tells us how she feels about the current situation.

"Perfect!"

"This time, no matter who comes, they can't save them!"

That's right, it's beyond saving!

Even though it was always the "White Snake" before, this time it's nothing but a clay chicken and a clay dog!

After all, for a work to recoup its costs, it needs more than just broadcasting rights.

Another aspect is the sale of Blu-ray bonus items.

Just like traditional works, the picture quality when they are played on a TV is vastly different from the picture quality in the Blu-ray bonus content.

The same applies to works from the Complete Dive era.

It's not just a difference in image quality.

If the "Phantom Blood" they are showing now is able to interact with other viewers of the same work, as if everyone were sitting in a movie theater watching a film together.

The Blu-ray bonus features include a fully immersive personal cinema experience.

It is a viewing method that allows for an infinitely amplified appreciation of the advantages of fully immersive works.

Including the streaming rights from other video websites and the revenue from streaming rights on television... well, although fully immersive works have replaced traditional works.

However, a fully submersible device cannot replace a traditional television set.

This is similar to Pucci's past life, where even though computers could do everything televisions could do, every household might still not have a computer but still have a television.

After all, they can't wear full stealth gear while eating, can they?

Therefore, many television stations have established new television channels on fully submersible devices.

However, the original television channel was not abandoned by the television station. Instead, it was able to continue broadcasting completely stealthy works using traditional broadcasting methods.

Of course, the viewing experience is definitely not as good as that of a fully submerged device.

However, compared to traditional works, fully submerged works filmed using full immersion equipment are far superior to traditional works, even when shown on a television screen.

This can naturally be considered a source of revenue for a work.

And now.

She even used the ending of "Phantom Blood" to make up for the last bit of profit!

By using this ending, which is sure to cause a stir among viewers, we prevent them from wanting to watch it again and also cancel their desire to buy the Blu-ray in advance!

Isn't it destined to lose money with the film "Phantom Blood" that she invested in?

"By the way, should I go and comfort Pucci and the others?"

Jolyne Kujo, satisfied, removed her full-dive device and laughed heartily, "After all, Pucci is now my greatest contributor!"

"If the failure of this one film makes Pucci never go down this path that is destined to lose money again, then how will I ever lose money in the future?"

"No! We have to find a way to persuade Pucci to keep running down this path that's destined to fail..."

—Ding-dong!

Just as Jolyne Kujo was skipping and hopping around, packing her things to leave while also thinking about how to persuade Pucci when she met him at the Green Dolphin Studio.

The fully submersible device she had just removed suddenly emitted a notification sound.

—The article about the White Snake that you are particularly interested in has just been published.

Um, who?

Wait a minute! [The White Snake]!?

—[White Snake: The story of Phantom Blood is not over! A discussion of the Easter eggs hidden in the Blu-ray by Green Dolphin Studios, and a preview of the new game!]

Click through quickly.

She then realized that when she clicked in, the title already had many likes. She glanced at the number of likes for this comment.

Only one thought remained in my mind:

"[White Snake]! I @＃*?%...＆()——+_!!"

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Chapter 61: The Exploding Special Effects Figurine

—[Hello everyone, I am the White Snake. I believe many of you will remember me, right?]

—[As someone who, like everyone else, watches "Phantom Blood" every week, is captivated by the story, and loves JoJo's character—a courageous, upright, and kind individual—I was equally furious when I learned that Green Dolphin Studios had killed off JoJo!]

—How dare they?!?!

...Wait, am I opening this wrong?

Quickly open the empty bar with the link from the prompt.

Then I quickly turned it off.

This action of opening and closing was repeated several times.

They also added the ID of "White Snake" to every word in the link and checked it several times.

She was certain that this was not Jolyne Kujo who had misread it; she was looking at the article posted by [White Serpent] with a face full of doubt.

[The White Snake] This is...

She's changed her personality?!

Otherwise, why not continue to lavish praise on "Phantom Blood" this time, instead of continuing to oppose her?

Instead, they are on the right track, strongly condemning "Phantom Blood"?

Does this mean...?

Yay!

Even a traitor like the White Snake, who always opposes her, can only drink her foot bath water now!

Then who can stop me?!

Phantom Blood is over!

We're definitely going to lose money!!

Thinking of this, Jolyne Kujo, who originally felt disgusted by the number of clicks and likes on the article posted by [White Snake], changed her mind.

No matter how she looks at it now, she finds these two sets of numbers to be so dazzling and so attractive.

I wish it could be even higher!

So, in a good mood, Jolyne Kujo continued watching...

— Just as I was about to give Phantom Blood a bad review, I suddenly realized something, something that everyone might have forgotten if I didn't mention it...

—[When choosing a playback method, Phantom Blood actually opted for an advance screening...]

—[We all know that production teams that choose this broadcast method are basically those with limited budgets. It's only because "Phantom Blood" boasts exceptionally high-quality special effects and outstanding performances from its peers that we've forgotten this.]

...

Why are we talking about this?

I still prefer the way you keep criticizing "Phantom Blood"... Wait a minute! No, that's not right!!

Upon seeing Jolyne Kujo here, she finally realized what was happening.

The words spoken by that bastard, the White Snake, were definitely not about wanting to abandon darkness and welcome the king's army!

Instead...

—[In other words, the reason Green Dolphin Studio chose this ending wasn't because they were clueless and wanted to kill off JoJo, the most popular character in Phantom Blood.]

—[It's because fate, called reality, forced Green Dolphin Studio to make this choice, just like the almost inescapable fate that JoJo faced in the final episode of Phantom Blood!]

Just like I said before.

Before Jolyne Kujo even viewed the post, someone else had already started reading it.

Naturally, they saw them here.

This also raises questions about the words spoken by the White Snake.

After all, with Jolyne Kujo's generous investment, and almost all the selected actors being chosen by fate, and even the special effects production company being Kamikaze Studios, an industry giant in the neighboring game industry.

The feeling that "Phantom Blood" gives people is that the wealth is only visible to the naked eye!

Otherwise, how do you think "Phantom Blood" could become so popular so quickly, given that it's a completely unremarkable new work in this parallel world?

This question is essentially asking about Pucci's previous life's "Demon Slayer." The original work was so unremarkable, and it was basically going to be canceled by "Weekly Shonen Jump" during the era of "Naruto, Bleach" and "One Piece." Why did it become so popular after being adapted into an anime?

Aside from the fact that the peak of "Demon Slayer" has passed and that the anime that competes with "Demon Slayer" in the field are basically light novel adaptations of other worlds.

Another reason is that UFO Studio has a production quality that is like burning through three times more budget than other companies!

Similarly.

A film essentially equivalent to Pucci's previous life, "Phantom Blood," produced by UFO Studio themselves, would be strange if it didn't go on a rampage!

So we saw that even Green Dolphin Studios was short of funds.

That's why they couldn't help but refute.

If Phantom Blood can be considered to have no budget, then wouldn't all other works be poor?

Just as they were about to refute the White Snake's point of view and were preparing to list the formidable strength of the Phantom Blood production team...

An embarrassing thing happened.

It seems that whether it's Jonathan, Dior, or even Kirito who delivered a memorable scene, they really are all new actors.

Furthermore, prior to this, Green Dolphin Studios really only had one work, Phantom Blood.

In addition, the initial promotion for "Phantom Blood" was hardly promotion at all, and it was shown in advance...

Maybe, perhaps, Green Dolphin Studio really is out of money...

After seeing the long list of evidence compiled by the White Snake, some of which were unknown even to them.

The doubts they expressed had unknowingly transformed into sympathy, concern, and pleading.

A studio that, even with limited funding, strives to provide the best possible viewing experience for its audience.

How long has it been since we've seen them in the industry?

—[But just like with JoJo, Studio Green Dolphin hasn't given up! Even if the hope is slim, even if the story of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure might very well come to a complete end due to funding issues!]

—[Green Dolphin Studio has not given up either; they are launching an unyielding counterattack against this cruel fate and the industry!]

—[This is the Blu-ray of Phantom Blood that has been released!]

—[If funding is insufficient, then prove to those investors that the story of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" is not a losing proposition, but a compelling story worthy of their increased investment!]

—[If fate intends for the story of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure to end here, then let their love for this work be poured into the Blu-ray, continuing the story of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure within it!]

—[That's right! I'll let you in on a little secret: unlike the version we watch on video websites, the Blu-ray not only includes the extra "←—To Be Continued" line, but also a preview for the next episode! All of this suggests that the story of *JoJo's Bizarre Adventure* is far from over!]

If we consider what the White Snake said before...

It's just something that evokes their empathy.

Now, a massive upheaval is about to unfold!

—[Finally, I'd like to show you the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure onomatopoeia effect figure that came with the Phantom Blood Blu-ray I bought.]

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—[While it's best displayed alongside JoJo's Bizarre Adventure figures, it looks even more appealing when placed with other character figures, especially those from Dragon Ball!]

In short, the Blu-ray bonus items are definitely a steal!

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Chapter 62: This is clearly going to kill me!

You dog! You traitor! You villain! You villain! You rebel!!

I'm so angry!!

Jolyne Kujo felt like she was about to explode with anger again!

And he was even angrier than before!

After all, this is the offspring of the White Snake!

They've actually started playing with military strategy!?

From the beginning, he tried to gain their trust by saying that he also hated "Phantom Blood" and was very angry about its ending.

Then, seeing that this trust had been almost earned,

They'll jump back to the other side right away.

Instead, they said that although Phantom Blood and Green Dolphin Studio had their reasons, they also had their own difficulties.

Using a lot of data, regardless of whether the data is true or not, the point is to gain the sympathy and empathy of these real viewers by playing the victim!

As for Jolyne Kujo, why is she so sure?

Isn't that obvious?

As the owner of Green Dolphin Studio and the biggest investor in Phantom Blood, was she unaware of the details of this situation?

Rather than saying that Phantom Blood will be this "tragic".

It's entirely because she wanted to suffer this much!

So all those things the White Snake talks about—fate, insufficient funding, industry suppression—are complete fabrications!

But I'm so angry!

Knowing full well the truth, she could have stood up and refuted each of the White Snake's words.

But in what capacity can she refute?

As an ordinary viewer?

She deliberately chose to screen the film early, deliberately spent all the budget, deliberately cast new actors, and deliberately avoided any publicity... Although these are indeed the correct scenarios, it's not just that she knows she possesses a system and is not only unafraid of losses but also afraid of not being able to afford to lose money.

Who would believe that a studio and an investor would deliberately lose money for the sake of losing money?!

If she were to say that, it would not only be ineffective, but also...

On the contrary, it will confirm the fact that Green Dolphin Studio and Phantom Blood were suppressed by the industry, which was subtly revealed by "White Snake".

So, reveal your identity, Jolyne Kujo is the big boss of Green Dolphin Studio, and give us a firsthand account.

First, let's return to the question mentioned above.

Under the conditions stipulated by the system, the system cannot be disclosed.

Jolyne Kujo can't explain why she would do something that seems like she'd be losing money just for the sake of losing.

In other words, she can only choose to say nothing and let the "White Snake" fabricate stories to deceive these innocent viewers!?

Damn it! The White Snake!!

Jolyne Kujo roared inwardly.

And Pucci, you with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, have you betrayed us too?!

Otherwise, why would they include a preview for the next episode in their Blu-ray release?

Why is an onomatopoeic effect figure included as a bonus item in the Blu-ray release?!

...Who exactly approved this addition?!?

Dismissed!

He must be expelled!!

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"President Kujo, I've recently found a fantastic actor!"

One afternoon, Pucci suddenly approached Jolyne Kujo and said, "I think he's perfect for being the protagonist of the second part of our 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure'!"

"Pucci, does this actor you're talking about have any prior acting experience?"

Jolyne Kujo asked with a grim expression.

"No..."

"Did you graduate with a related major, or are you like Jonathan and Dior, newcomers who, although not graduates with a related major, still strive to learn?"

Jolyne Kujo added another question.

Regarding this issue...

Even though he hasn't met Sakata Gintoki yet.

However, according to the relationship between isotopes on different lateral planes, this is only true if no major changes occur.

That's basically the principle behind having the exact same personality.

After careful consideration, Sakata Gintoki could never be like Dio, who, because his mother hadn't died early and because modern society's laws were strict and criminal investigation methods were developing rapidly along with technology, could only conceal his true nature.

She became increasingly insecure, saying, "No, no..."

"But please trust me, President Kujo!"

"This person is absolutely qualified to be an actor in our new film!"

"Okay, send me that person's information first, and I'll take a look later."

Upon hearing the consecutive negative answers, Jolyne Kujo tried her best not to show her excitement and said calmly, "If he is really as good as you say, Director Pucci, I will consider hiring him."

"Oh, right, there's one more thing. What's the meaning of the new work?"

So he got the script for "Battle Tide" from Pucci.

Discover this is the second story to continue from "Phantom Blood".

Not only did they kill JoJo at the very beginning, but they also killed JoJo's son, George Joestar II, who was almost universally considered the protagonist of Part 2 in Phantom Blood.

It also transformed Joseph's character from a traditionally British gentleman from the Joestar family, who had been gentlemen for generations, into a complete American scoundrel.

Jolyne Kujo then found out.

This is exactly the script she wanted!

If this script were actually filmed...

Coupled with the plot of JoJo's death at the end of Phantom Blood, it's bound to offend the audience and lead to a path of inevitable backlash!

To think that you could come up with a script that no normal person would think of... Pucci, you really are something else!

And there's Sakata Gintoki.

To prevent something like Dior from happening again.

This time, it was Jolyne Kujo who had begun investigating Sakata Gintoki beforehand.

Not to mention that the investigation revealed that Sakata Gintoki is like Dio, although he has not undergone relevant professional training, his academic aura would naturally allow him to quickly learn anything and become proficient.

The investigation only uncovered Sakata Gin, who had no proper job and loved pachinko, horse racing, and other such things, making him seem like a complete good-for-nothing old man to Jolyne Kujo.

She even discovered that Sakata Gintoki was actually a hater of theirs!?

They chose their own little black dog as the main character...

Jolyne Kujo can only be described as—

"I'm definitely making this film!!"

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"President Kujo, what kind of gifts do you think we should include in the Blu-ray bonus edition of 'Phantom Blood'?"

On another day, Pucci continued to harass Jolyne Kujo relentlessly.

To this, Jolyne Kujo only has one thing to say.

They even gave away gifts?

Ideally, it should have nothing at all, just like the regular version – that would be best!

That way, no one will buy the bonus edition!

Those who bought the bonus edition will relentlessly smear us and spread negative publicity!

Unfortunately, this is something that can only be thought about.

It's almost an industry consensus that deluxe editions with bonus features and standard editions containing only the original story content will be sold in two different formats and at different prices.

She wanted to change it but couldn't, and had no reason to change it.

Therefore, in order to choose the most useless option as the special gift, so that no one would choose the most expensive special edition.

"Puch, what do you think about turning the onomatopoeia from 'Phantom Blood' into figurines?"

After all, who would be so foolish as to buy a figurine with text?

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...

Oh, it was me.

That's alright then.

Jolyne, recalling her past memories, automatically deleted her previous memories.

That's right, the trailer and bonus items for the second movie are all irrelevant!

The most wretched place in the White Snake's territory.

Isn't it because he likes to use fallacies?

Using fabricated "truths" to gain the trust of others and win their sympathy.

Finally, they used this sympathy as a breakthrough point.

They're twisting the fact that buying Blu-rays is unrelated to the plot into claiming that buying the Blu-ray of "Phantom Blood" is helping JoJo overcome fate!?

That's right!

Jolyne Kujo couldn't sleep no matter what she did. After carefully studying the words of the "White Snake" for a long time, she finally deciphered a passage between the lines—

Want JoJo to be resurrected? Go buy the Blu-ray!

Want to continue watching the story of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure"? Go buy the Blu-ray!

Want to help JoJo overcome fate? Go buy the Blu-ray!!

...In short, it's all about getting people to buy Blu-rays!

Go buy her life!

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