Top 8 Powerful Spirits in Dandadan Manga, Ranked

Highlights from Dandadan

Mai Kawabanga transformed into a guardian spirit to safeguard Rin following a tragic event.
Earthbound Spirit Crab amalgamated with Turbo Granny to engage in combat before being exorcised.
Umbrella Boy, a yokai, becomes unstoppable when provoked to battle.

In Yukinobu Tatsu’s enchanting series Dandadan, we follow the thrilling journeys of two teenagers and their friends as they navigate the supernatural world to shield their loved ones, and occasionally the planet, from various dangers. This humorous yet captivating tale introduces an array of metaphysical beings, ranging from malevolent spirits to benevolent yokai who protect their loved ones. Each encounter tests the protagonists, Momo and Okarun, offering a blend of challenges that showcase their bravery and determination. Below, we have curated a list of the most formidable spirits in the manga, emphasizing their influence on the storyline.

8 From Kawabanga

Guardian Spirit of Rin: An Onbusuman type Yokai

Manga Debut: Chapter 123
Classification: Guardian Spirit

Once an aspiring idol, Mai Kawabanga was a vibrant and hopeful young girl whose life took a tragic turn. She shared a close bond with Rin until a misunderstanding caused a rift between them. Tragically, before Mai could rectify the situation, she lost her life in a devastating accident. Posthumously, she became an Onbusuman-type yokai, tethered to Rin. Momo and her friends intervened to cleanse her spirit, enabling her transformation into a guardian spirit dedicated to protecting Rin.

7 Earthbound Spirit Crab

Entity Bound to a Tunnel

Manga Debut: Chapter 5
Classification: Earthbound Spirit

The Earthbound Spirit Crab emerged from the tragic circumstances surrounding the murders of innocent girls in Shono City. This spirit, resembling a gigantic freshwater crab, remained dormant in a tunnel until it was discovered by Turbo Granny. Their eventual fusion imbued the crab with protective instincts towards Turbo Granny, and together they fought until they were exorcised with the assistance of Momo and Okarun.

6 Acrobatic Silky

The Heartbroken Mother turned Yokai

Manga Debut: Chapter 13
Classification: Yokai

Acrobatic Silky is a poignant figure who haunted Aira Shiratori since childhood. A spirit lost in time, she felt an emptiness due to a forgotten past. Her tragic story reveals a once financially struggling single mother whose desperate circumstances led to the loss of her daughter and ultimately to her own demise. In death, she transformed into the yokai known as Acrobatic Silky, forever linked to her lost maternal instincts.

5 Umbrella Boy

Unji Zuma’s Younger Brother

Manga Debut: Chapter 153
Classification: Yokai

Growing up amidst poverty, Futa, the younger brother of Unji Zuma, cherished the few possessions he had, particularly a pair of rainboots and an umbrella gifted by their mother. Tragically, during a stormy day, he lost his umbrella and suffered a drowning accident while attempting to retrieve it. Many years later, Unji finds Futa transformed into the yokai known as Umbrella Boy. Unlike others, he exhibits a gentle nature until provoked, at which point his true power and fury unleash in battle.

4 Fairy-Tale Card

A Selfish Spirit Seeking Liberation

Manga Debut: Chapter 148
Classification: Yokai

Sealed away in the realms of the Danmanra, the Fairy-Tale Card is a sinister yokai who sought freedom from its bindings. Crafting a dimensional realm, it created a portal that ensnared those who entered, coercing them into fulfilling its sinister demands. The true extent of its potential remains a mystery, yet its malevolence is undisputed.

3 Evil Eye

An Innocent Child Transformed into a Malevolent Spirit

Manga Debut: Chapter 28
Classification: Yokai

In a harrowing tale, the Kito family imprisoned a malnourished child, intending to sacrifice him to the Tsuchinoko. Despite enduring immeasurable cruelty, the boy clung to hope for glimpses of a normal childhood. Sadistically, this hope was extinguished as he was ultimately sacrificed, transforming posthumously into the vengeful spirit known as Evil Eye, whose hatred for humanity is deeply rooted in his tragic past.

2 Turbo Granny

The Infamous Yokai with a Dark Reputation

Manga Debut: Chapter 1
Classification: Yokai

Better known as 100 km/hr Granny, Turbo Granny is a fearsome spirit notorious for wreaking havoc across Japan. She eventually fused with an earthbound spirit after she was discovered in Shono City. Despite her reputation for terror, Turbo Granny has moments of compassion, especially toward young girls who faced tragic fates. Following the loss of her powers, she collaborates with Momo to locate Okarun’s precious item, demonstrating the complexity of her character.

1. Reiko Kashima

A Narcissistic Yokai with Unmatched Power

Manga Debut: Chapter 74
Classification: Yokai

Reiko Kashima’s life was cut short in a devastating airplane bombing. In death, she ascended to yokai status, gaining substantial powers. Her transformation into a formidable force is marked by her cynical and narcissistic demeanor, believing herself unbeatable. After a clash with Momo, Reiko’s thirst for revenge grew, ultimately leading her to unleash her fury on an invading alien race, showcasing her true might.

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