Trigger Warning: S*xual Assault and S*xual Violence topics discussed in this article.

Dandadan is celebrated for its bizarre humor, supernatural battles, and extremely unpredictable story arcs. However, beneath all of its chaotic energy lies a more disconcerting truth.

Momo and Okarun startled | Credits: Science Saru

Yukinobu Tatsu often employs themes like s*xual assault to heighten the tension in intense moments or even to set up cliffhangers. This has led to the author and the series drawing mixed reactions from fans. While this approach, in a way, puts us in the perspective of Momo Ayase and shows us the actuality of being a teenage girl, many believe that it is used to draw in the fans.

Such Sa scenes seem to strike suddenly and when the audience least expects it. Although it does add weight to certain scenes, at the same time, it raises questions about its necessity...