Description of all Dandan aliens with their real counterparts

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  • Dandadan's Serpo Aliens wears a costume inspired by Ufology and Ultraman, resembling the former Prime Minister of Thailand.

  • Dandadan's Flatwoods Monster refers to a real-life mystery creature with bizarre features that is larger and depicted as a sumo wrestler.

  • Dandadan's Nessie is inspired by the Loch Ness Monster and Shin Godzilla, both equipped with devastating water beam abilities.

Dan Dan Dan It's the perfect combination of fantasy, horror and sci-fi due to its unique and fascinating concept of spirits fighting aliens from outer space. The alien beings that appear in this popular anime and manga series are truly bizarre, but surprisingly, not all of them come from the brilliant mind of author Yukinobu Tatsu.

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In reality, aliens Dan Dan Dan I get most of my inspiration from: Existing alien life forms that are different from the real worldIt doesn't matter whether it's from an urban legend, a classic folk tale, or even a fictional story like a book or movie. Some of the series' most dangerous and strangest enemies have equally fascinating real-life counterparts, and the following eight are some of the most surprising enemies ever.

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Serpo alien

Ultraman's enemy and former Prime Minister of Thailand, based on Ufology terminology

Serpo's human costume, the cover of the Project Serpo movie, Serpo's real-life appearance, and Dada from Ultraman.

  • first appearance: Chapter 1 (comic) Episode 1 (animation)

It cannot be denied that this is the case. Serpo alien The most iconic alien enemy. Dan Dan DanThey appear at the beginning of the story and are indirectly responsible for Momo Ayase unlocking her destructive psychic abilities. Of course, everything about these creepy alien beings is based on something in the real world, from their costume designs to their names.

first of all, Serpo A term widely used in Ufology, usually to describe a mysterious project between the United States government and the alien race of the same name. On the other hand, Serpo Alien's actual form looks almost identical to Serpo Alien. dadaenemy alien race Ultraman franchise. But one of the strangest sources of inspiration of all is Dan Dan Dan It has to do with Serpo Aliens' human-like costume. Thaksin ShinawatraFormer Prime Minister of Thailand. Because of this strange but striking similarity, Serpo Aliens became a viral meme in that country.

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Flatwoods Monster

Based on Flatwoods Monster Cryptid

Dandadan's Flatwoods Monster and the actual statue and chair of the Flatwoods Monster.

  • first appearance: Chapter 2 (comic) Episode 2 (animation)

Some references from Dan Dan Dan Okarun is far from subtle, as he sometimes comments out loud, as he did when he and Momo encountered a scary monster. Flatwoods Monster. As the name suggests, this was an extraterrestrial entity sighted in the town of Flatwoods, West Virginia in 1952, and its most distinctive feature was its strange collar/head that resembled the Ace of Spades.

The owl seen in the Flatwoods was about 10 feet tall, but still relatively human-sized, to the point where some people believed it could actually have been an owl perched in a tree. on the other side, of many steps The interpretation of the Flatwoods Monster is completely different from the actual cipher. Because this monster was incredibly huge and its design was rather similar to a Japanese sumo wrestler.

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Mr Mantis Shrimp

Based on Dover Demon Cryptid

Dandadan's mantis shrimp and a sketch of a Dover devil drawn by one of the people who actually saw it.

  • first appearance: Chapter 20 (comic) Episode 8 (animation)

One of the main duo's most trusted alien allies goes by various names: Mr Mantis Shrimp Or Peeny-Weeny, but according to Okarun himself he is also daemon daemon. Similar to the Flatwoods Monster, this monster was an extraterrestrial cipher sighted in the United States in 1977 and, as its name suggests, in Dover, Massachusetts.

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Mr. There are some similarities between the Mantis Shrimp and the actual Dover Demon. Because both creatures have large bald heads and large hands. but, of many steps It's clear that the alien's depiction is based on crustaceans, specifically the powerful Mantis Shrimp, which gives him his nickname. Plus, his enhanced form seems to be slightly based on another iconic Alien, Baltan. Ultraman villain.

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four o'clock

Based on the Loch Ness Monster Cryptid and Shin Godzilla

Nessie firing a water beam, a picture of the Loch Ness Monster, and Shin Godzilla firing atomic breath.

  • first appearance: Chapter 19 (comic) Episode 8 (animation)

four o'clock He debuted in the Serpo Arc alongside the Dover Demon, and although it's not entirely confirmed that he was an actual alien, he was working for the Serpo Aliens and unexpectedly became one of their most important assets during that mission. Needless to say, Okarun's ecstatic reaction says it all. Nessie obviously loch ness monster.

Classic legend holds that a plesiosaur that survived extinction now lives in Scotland's Loch Ness, making it arguably the best-known unidentified creature in the entire world. Yukinobu Tatsu went one step further by creating his own interpretation of this monster, which can fire destructive pressure water beams. Still, with these specific abilities and design, it's clear that Nessie is based on the titular character from the 2016 monster movie. Shin Godzilla.

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Bamora

Based on Tokusatsu actress Rie Ota and Gomorrah from Ultraman

Bamorra in an exosuit, Rie Ota in a Baragon suit, and Gomora from Ultraman.

  • first appearance: Episode 63 (Cartoon)

Bamora The only survivor of the Sumerian race, he is an alien who fights wearing a powerful monster exosuit. All these factors make her definitely one of the most charming and endearing characters in the movie. Dan Dan Dan Her main source of inspiration is just as interesting as she is.

Bamora's appearance is probably because she wears a monster suit and has short blonde hair. Ota RieRenowned Japanese stuntwoman and special effects actor. Most people will recognize her from behind-the-scenes footage of her roaring in her Baragon suit in the movie. Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah: All-out giant monster attack. However, Bamora's exosuit looks almost identical to Bamora's exosuit. Ultraman Kaiju, Gomorrah.

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cour lace

Based on the Cthulhu Mythos by HP Lovecraft

This is Kur's actual appearance and an illustration of Cthulhu that appears in the Call of Cthulhu card game.

  • first appearance: Episode 72 (Cartoon)

One of the biggest threats to humanity in the world Dan Dan Dan Known as a powerful space globalist race. Kur. Behind the menacing exosuit, it looks like a real talking octopus. Not only is this consistent with the common belief that octopuses and other molluscs are actually aliens lurking on Earth, but they also look very similar to octopuses. cthulhu.

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Dandadan: Description of all Yokai with real counterparts

Dandan's Yokai are not only creative ideas from the minds of the series creators, but they are almost all based on real-life myths and stories.

According to the works of HP Lovecraft, this is an ancient cosmic entity with an octopus-like head and worshiped in its own cult. Being the main character of the Cthulhu Mythos and the most well-known character Lovecraft created, he has inevitably appeared in countless movies, books, shows, and video games. As a result, it's no surprise that Cthulhu took this path: Dan Dan DanThere's a whole race of alien antagonists designed along it. Lastly, the name of the leader of the Kur tribe, HasturDerived from different entities of the same myth.

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Kur Exosuit

Based on various ancient dolls from actual Japanese culture

Several Kur exosuits along with the clay figurines that inspired the design.-1

  • first appearance: Episode 63 (Cartoon)

But of course the Kur race exosuit They use it to conquer other planets and defeat their inhabitants. These powerful tools of war come in many shapes and sizes, but most are clearly designed to: ancient doll Discovered by real archaeologists around the world.

Much of the Kur exosuit is inspired by various clay figurines from the Jomon period of ancient Japan. The Takonoka Ru Patcho exosuit is based on Shakōkidogū, the Ta Komeshi exosuit is based on the Masked Goddess, and the Suda Ko exosuit is based on Haniwa. The Terracotta Dancers and Imotako Exosuit are based on the famous Dogū with palms pressed together.

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Count of Saint-Germain

Based on the legendary Comte de Saint-Germain

Count Saint-Germain from the Dandadan comics and Count Saint Germain from the Castlevania animated series.

  • first appearance: Episode 120 (Cartoon)

Count of Saint-Germain A collector of occult and supernatural objects and one of the world's most mystical antagonists. Dan Dan Dan (He may even become the main villain of the series). Despite their seemingly human-like appearance, they appear to be aliens who worked closely with the Kur tribe and are currently searching for powerful supernatural items on Earth.

He obviously shares his name with: Count of Saint-GermainA famous French scientist, alchemist, philosopher and artist who made many outrageous statements, including the claim that he was actually 300 years old, which led Voltaire to give him the title “Wonder Man”. Because of his mysterious stories and crazy career, characters based on the count appear in all kinds of fictional works, including: castlevania or Shin Megami Tensei.

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release date

September 13, 2024

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Tatsu Yukinobu

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