Despite the Comparisons, Deca-Dence Is Far More Than an Attack on Titan Ripoff
Attack on Titan by Hajime Isayama is recognised as one of the most enduring shonen series ever by reviewers and the anime community. Humans are reportedly forced to live behind three walls in a supposedly post-apocalyptic future in order to protect themselves from horrific creatures called Titans that feed on them. Eren Jaeger, the young protagonist, resolves to revenge his mother’s death by joining the battle against the Titans in the hope that one day everyone would be free when the Titans suddenly burst through the outermost wall and murder her.
After the premiere of its first season in 2013, Attack on Titan quickly gained popularity and a passionate following that persisted throughout time. The dark fantasy anime’s fourth and final season, which will complete in 2023 after over a decade, has fans more excited than ever to see the conclusion of the characters’ arduous journey. However, Deca-Dence, an original anime that is eerily similar, has appeared on Crunchyroll. Due to Attack on Titan’s enormous success, Deca-Dence unluckily came under fire for copying the game. Here are several reasons why such conclusion is incorrect.
Deca-Dence Has a Misunderstood Post-Apocalyptic Anime
Deca-Dence is a futuristic television series that takes place in the late 25th century, much to Attack on Titan. Humanity has been on the verge of extinction as a result of increased air pollution. The situation has worsened due to the appearance of primitive-looking creatures known as the Gadoll, who have furthered humanity’s demise and forced the survivors to remain in the massive fortress metropolis of Deca-Dence.
Natsume, an orphaned girl who is motivated to join the Gears, a resistance group that seeks to combat the Gadoll after one of them kills her father, serves as the protagonist of the plot. She is forced to work as a cleaner in the background despite her ambition and goal, much to her dismay. When her employer Kaburagi recognises her potential, he decides to teach Natsume to become a fighter in order to assist her in achieving her objective.
Deca-Dence and Attack on Titan Are More Different Than Similar
The vertical manoeuvring equipment is a harness that the Survey Corps of Attack on Titan utilises to fight the Titan. The gear, which is gas-powered, enables the users to move swiftly, battle in numerous directions at once, use grappling hooks, and even seem to be “flying.” The Deca-Dence warriors also succeed in doing this with the use of wires and harpoons. Even while other anime, such The Promised Neverland, didn’t get criticism for having comparable stories, Deca-Dence was singled out only for this one technique.
The main connection between Deca-Dence and Attack on Titan, apart from the basic concept of both narratives, is without a doubt the equipment. The personalities of Eren and Natsume stand out as a key distinction between the two. Natsume is still positive and joyful despite her losses and is eager to do whatever it takes to enter the Gears, even if others try to talk her out of it. In contrast to Eren, who has lost everything and joined the Corps out of a desire for retribution and freedom.
Deca-Dence’s Visuals Change Its Outlook
The aesthetics and environment also add to Deca-livelier Dence’s and happier vibe. The Gadoll do not seem to be human, despite the fact that they are obsessed with human flesh and would do everything to eradicate humans. They show that a post-apocalyptic environment need not necessarily have a terrible and gloomy appearance by being created in a manner that makes them seem more whimsical and colourful. Additionally, unlike its darker forerunner, this science fiction anime has a lot of laughter to go around.
However, Attack on Titan isn’t ashamed to depict how horrifying the Titans appear or the brutal way they murder. Additionally, very little time is given to comedy, which is in line with how dreary and grim the anime’s environment is. Deca-Dence distinguishes itself from its relationship with Attack on Titan by pushing its viewers to stay resolute and optimistic despite its dystopian setting and while Attack on Titan undoubtedly shows the sentiments of rage and despair that might accompany a dystopian environment.
Despite the Comparisons, Deca-Dence Is Far More Than an Attack on Titan Ripoff
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