The most explosive premiere of the Fall 2024 anime season, Taste has already established itself as a next-generation shonen hit. In just a few episodes, Science Saru’s delightful adaptation showcased the series’ zany imagination, with much of its success with shonen audiences attributed to Dandadan dynamic action and unorthodox power system.

In a world where both aliens and spirits exist, almost any power can manifest as reality, giving Taste carte blanche to create some of the most innovative supernatural abilities in modern shonen. In this mix of science fiction and the paranormal, exceptionally strong characters are bound to emerge, endowed with incredible powers. Unconstrained by the more structured rules of conventional shonen combat power systems, Taste introduces viewers and readers to a range of impressive abilities, from unconventional versions of classic superpowers like telekinesis and shapeshifting to truly unrivaled paranormal skills.

10 Umbrella Boy’s power is the manifestation of Unji’s bond with his deceased brother

At full power, Umbrella Boy possesses unrivaled combat agility and ingenuity

A recent addition to Dandadan Lead actor, Unji Zuma shares the spiritual powers of Umbrella Boy – the spirit of his deceased little brother, Futa. While Zuma’s Umbrella Boy transformation has many limitations, only capable of manifesting two shockwave-triggering umbrellas and unable to transform without Okarun’s kintama, the true power of his yokai form is far more formidable.

When the fairy tale card possessed Unji, Umbrella Boy gained the speed to match Turbo Granny, could unleash shockwaves with his umbrella repeatedly, and even use the explosions to imitate flight.. However, Unji’s body could not withstand the transformation for long, with Umbrella Boy’s power being too great for his fragile human form.

9 Fairytale card exploits people’s pain to take control of their bodies

Yokai body manipulation drives victims insane

A yokai so powerful that he had to be locked in a cursed diorama to prevent him from causing havoc, the fairytale card is a terrifying master of psychological manipulation. Although not physically strong, this spirit has tricks to trick others into fighting, just like how he used Unji and Momo to escape the cursed diorama.

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The Fairy Tale card’s most terrifying ability allows it to take control of anyone nearby. tapping into the victim’s traumatic memories and shattering their spirit. Under the yokai’s possession, the person’s spiritual powers reach their peak, but their bodies collapse under the strain. In addition to the frightening body manipulation skill, the fairytale card also uses its various faces to erase its opponents’ features, such as removing their eyes or mouths. However, the yokai can be defeated quite easily if you destroy the cards that give it power.

8 The evil eye draws its strength from the pain of the sacrifices of its fellow men

The Yokai loves to fight despite the sinister source of its power

At the time of its introduction in the Cursed House arc, the Evil Eye – the spirit of a sacrificed child who took possession of Jiji’s body – was considered the most powerful paranormal adversary the protagonists faced. misfortune to face. A terrifying yokai with the power to manifest grudges with every sacrifice against their assassins, the Kito family, the evil eye delighted in fights and could not be suspended without resorting to cunning tricks.

Fast, resourceful, and powerful thanks to Jiji’s boundless spiritual energy, the Evil Eye remained a huge obstacle for the heroes until Okarun managed to defeat it and make a deal to become the yokai’s sole opponent. However, thanks to Jiji’s incredible spiritual potential, he has every chance of defeating the yokai lingering inside his body – or even seizing the power of the evil eye.

7 Okarun’s Turbo Granny transformation is almost as powerful as the real thing

Okarun trained to use Turbo Granny’s speed and agility effectively

Of all Dandadan characters, Okarun experienced the most drastic growth in strength over the course of the manga. Cursed by Turbo Granny, Okarun inherited his spiritual power and honed it in battle until his deal with the yokai was made. In addition to changing her appearance and personality, the Turbo Granny transformation grants Okarun enhanced speed and increases her physical stats, such as strength and durability.

Even early on, Okarun could instinctively use Turbo Granny’s speed to quickly dodge the Flatwoods Monster’s attacks and outrun the Earth Spirit Crab. With training, Okarun gained more control over his power, even surpassing the limit of only being able to do All-Out twice, which brought him closer to mastering the Turbo Granny abilities on par with the yokai.

6 Nanoskin brings to life the power of its user’s imagination

The versatility of Alien technology knows no limits

A rare material of extraterrestrial origin, nanoskin is a particularly powerful material that can transform into anything the user imagines. Created by Ludris – a traveling alien whose encounter is considered a miracle – the nanoskin is first introduced to rebuild the Ayase residence after the Evil Eye blows it to pieces. However, the particular alien technology soon proves to be much more versatile and formidable than initially thought.

In the hands of someone with a vivid imagination, like Kinta Sakata, nanoskin can be transformed into anything from destructive combat robots to vehicles to weapons. In Kinta’s case, his preferred method of using nanoskin is the giant robot Great Kinta Bodhisattva, a massive robot that can fight on par with the Kur’s exosuits. Combined with the regenerative powers of technology, the effective use of nanoskin easily constitutes one of the Dandadan most mastered abilities.

5 Turbo Granny’s true power is to be feared

Being cursed by Turbo Granny can mean death for anyone her victim encounters

One of the most influential yokai in Shono City, Turbo Granny is Dandadan supreme speedster and, despite acting as the antagonist of the very first arc, remains one of the strongest spirits in the series. Like in Okarun’s Turbo Granny transformation, the real thing’s abilities are much more powerful and formidable. As a spirit, Turbo Granny can switch between physical and intangible forms, being factually immune to all attacks while intangible.

Her ability to curse others is also unmatched, as failing to outspeed the fastest yokai in the series allows Turbo Granny to take possession of the person and even spread the curse to anyone who so much as glances at her victim. Luckily for the protagonists, some clever tricks and a bit of luck allowed them to beat Turbo Granny’s speed, transforming the yokai from an enemy into an adorably quarrelsome mascot.

4 Seiko Ayase fights with the power of knowledge and borrowed strength from the local gods

Seiko’s abilities as a medium come from her deep understanding of the spiritual world.

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Even though she doesn’t have a flashy transformation or distinctive yokai power, Seiko Ayase remains one of the Dandadan strongest characters thanks to his unique skills – supreme spiritual awareness, extensive experience as a spiritual medium, and favoritism among local deities. Considered one of the most powerful and respected mediums in her region, Seiko can borrow powers from regional gods to amplify his spiritual strength.

Combined with Seiko’s quick wit and experience, this power is formidable enough to defeat even Turbo Granny – but only as long as the spirit stays in Seiko’s territory. While borrowing divine powers, Seiko is limited to their use in the domain of the gods, which often prevents her from aiding the protagonists in faraway missions.

3 Count Saint-Germain has the resources to steal unlimited Yokai powers

One of Dandadan Most enigmatic of characters, Count Saint-Germain is an alien fascinated by the paranormal peculiarities of the world – a passion which is reflected in his unique and mysterious abilities. While little is known about the extent of Count de Saint-Germain’s strength, his main source of power seems to lie in collecting the powers of the various yokai he has defeated.

The underlining of his cloak hides a collection of vials containing extracted yokai abilities that he can use by inserting them into his sword. Currently, only a few of Count Saint-Germain’s stolen abilities have been revealed, including the latest addition to his collection: the Fairytale Card. However, with such a versatile skill, the Count of Saint-Germain can be unstoppable, depending on the secret powers he possesses.

2 Kur’s exosuits are a powerful combat aid with horrific origins

Space globalists use exosuits to conquer alien planets

The most formidable alien adversary the heroes have encountered thus far, the Kur are a group of alien globalists who travel through space in search of planets to conquer. Resembling gentle octopus-like creatures in their natural form, the Kur rely on advanced exosuits to survive the hostile atmosphere of other planets and devastate their opponents in combat.

When it comes to alien devices introduced in the series, exosuits are, by far, the most powerful. Their abilities range from combat-oriented armor to invisibility to advanced spatial manipulation. However, unlike most alien technology, exosuits are not manufactured: they are created from living organisms by an alien species known as Big Mama, and the power of individual suits depends on the strength of feelings felt by consumed creatures in their final moments.

1 Reiko Kashima’s mirror contains a prison from which there is no escape

Reiko rules over a pocket dimension hidden in her mirror

Arguably the strongest yokai ever to appear Taste So far, Reiko Kashima possesses an ability that matches her obsession with beauty: the power to use mirrors and dimensions in their reflection. While not particularly frightening at first glance, Reiko’s mirror manipulation has hidden forces capable of stopping the Kur invasion with a single attack.

Whoever is reflected in Reiko’s mirror can be imprisoned by her in a pocket dimension. with no way out unless freed by the yokai himself. Reiko’s size or number of targets didn’t matter, as she was capable of trapping the Kur’s entire military force with a single glance. Once trapped, Reiko can play with the victims as she wishes, as the mirror dimension is entirely under the yokai’s control.

Taste (2024)

Release date

September 13, 2024

Cast

Natsuki Hanae, Shion Wakayama, Nana Mizuki, Ayane Sakura, Kaito Ishikawa, Mayumi Tanaka, Kazuya Nakai, Kaori Maeda, Miyu Tomita, Ryûnosuke Watanuki, Hikaru Tanaka, Seitaro Taniguchi, Satomi Kobashi, Mayuko Kazama, Ryuuzaburo Ootomo

Seasons

1

Character(s)

Ken Okarun Takakura, Momo Ayase, Seiko, Aira Shiratori, Jin Jiji Enjōji, Turbo Granny, Serpoians, Miko, Muko, Momo’s Boyfriend, Student A, Student B, Elementary School Boy, Flatwoods Monster

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