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In the realm of anime, only a handful of series such asNarutoorOne Piecehave left a lasting impression on the viewers andFairy Tail is still heralded as one of the best out there. From splendid storytelling to compelling characters, Hiro Mashima’sFairy Tailhas earned its place among other massively popular long-running anime series.
On top of that,Fairy Tail‘s highly awaited sequel,100 Years Quest,is making waves online, solidifying and carrying forward the franchise’s legacy. The fandom witnessed the return of their beloved characters on big screens, and Team Natsu returned and took on a dangerous mission. Natsu Dragneel and his friends have accepted the 100 Years Quest from the wizard Elefseria, vowing to find and seal away the Five Dragon Gods no matter what.
Despite the show’s immense popularity and notable feats, the series has had its fair share of controversy over the years, particularly due to excessive fanservice and its divisive ending..Fairy Tailmay not boast the largest fan base, but it certainly has a significant group of critics who frequently criticize the anime for one reason that many viewers find minor or unimportant.
DidFairy TailFail to Uphold the Fundamental Essence of Shonen Anime?
Based on Hiro Mashima’s manga of the same name,Fairy Tail: 100 Years Questis set one year after the ending ofFairy Tailand features the return of Natsu, Lucy, and friends as they embark on a new century-long quest on a new continent. Indeed, many fanswent emotional after they witnessedtheir beloved character return after so many years.
Despite garnering a massive fanbase worldwide,Fairy Tailsimply never took off the same way the Big Three did. The series is constantly harangued for its poor character development, excessive fanservice, and relying too much on the power of friendship.
Indeed,Fairy Tailis seen by many as everything that’s wrong with shonen anime. The show had a solid plotline, but its execution fell short, mostly due to the series’ incessant fanservice and predictable storyline. Moreover,Fairy Tailfeels incredibly low-key. The stakes are rarely high, which is evident in the show’s generic and formulaic battles.
Fairy Tail Author Hiro Mashima Felt “a lot of pressure” Drawing Female Characters Because of One Goal
Fanservice isn’t inherently negative, as many anime include subtle elements of entertainment for their audience. However,Fairy Tailtakes a more direct approach, showcasing exaggerated character designs and revealing outfits.
The “power of friendship” is a common theme in many anime, where protagonists often turn the tide in losing battles by recalling their bonds with friends and family. While this ideaisn’t too far-fetched, and its inclusion doesn’t inherently detractfrom the story,Fairy Tailrelies on it as a form of plot armor repeatedly, making the series feel quite predictable. All these factors played an important role in the series’ downfall and hate towards anime fans, despite its good plot and engaging female characters compared toNaruto.
The Single Error That Turned Sakura intoNaruto‘s Most Unpopular Female Character
Masashi Kishimotohas repeatedly addressed his struggles with designing female characters, and Sakura Haruno became an unfortunate victim of Kishimoto’s shortcomings. Despite being prominently featured as a Team 7 member, Sakura failed to attract viewers to her character.
On the contrary, she faced the most criticism for her irritating fixation with Sasuke Uchiha throughout the series. Sakura often struggled to prove herself as a valuable member of Team 7, becoming a burden and failing to suppress her emotions for Sasuke. Despite being the only lead female character in the story,Kishimoto failed to developmost of Sakura’s character.
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Sakura was the only disciple of the Fifth Hokage, yet she failed to learn the most important trait from Tsunade that distinguished her from the other Five Kages. After our beloved protagonist leaves the Leaf Village, Lady Tsunade takes Sakura as a disciple,teaching her to harness her physical strengthand develop medical expertise.
However, Sakura failed to recognize her master’s key qualities that could have shaped her character intosomething much more likable. Throughout the series, Tsunade ignores romance, dedicating her life to being a strong and capable leader in the Hidden Leaf Village. Only if Sakura could learn to follow in Fifth Hokage’s footsteps and suppress her emotions for Sasuke would her character become much more appealing to the audience.
Fairy TailandNarutoare both available to stream on Crunchyroll
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
