Do Plodders Appear In Any Bestselling Manga Series?

2025-06-05 21:10:42 359

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Sophia
Sophia
2025-06-07 03:14:00
I love how manga balances explosive action with quieter character arcs. plodders might not be the norm in bestsellers, but exceptions like 'Silver Spoon' stand out. Hachiken’s journey in agriculture school is all about incremental growth—no magic, just grit.
Even in 'Kingdom,' Shin’s rise as a general isn’t overnight; his struggles feel earned.
For a genre-defying twist, 'Monster’s' Tenma is a plodder in a thriller, his moral consistency contrasting the chaos around him. These series show that while plodders aren’t the face of mainstream manga, their stories often linger longer in readers’ hearts than typical power fantasies.
Emma
Emma
2025-06-10 21:37:24
I’ve been diving into manga for years, and plodders aren’t exactly the flashy protagonists you’d expect in mainstream hits. Most bestselling series thrive on dynamic, fast-paced characters like in 'Attack on Titan' or 'One Piece.' However, there’s a quiet charm to underdog stories like 'Barakamon,' where the protagonist’s slow, deliberate growth resonates deeply. Even in sports manga like 'Haikyuu!!,' side characters often embody the plodder spirit—consistent, unglamorous, but vital to the team’s success. While they might not headline, their presence adds realism and relatability, making the story richer.
Parker
Parker
2025-06-11 15:12:38
Plodders are rare in blockbuster manga, but when they appear, they leave a lasting impact. Take 'March Comes in Like a Lion'—Rei Kiriyama’s gradual emotional recovery is a masterclass in slow-burn storytelling. Unlike shonen tropes of instant power-ups, his journey feels painfully human.
Another example is 'My Hero Academia’s' Izuku Midoriya. Before mastering One For All, his relentless, methodical training mirrored a plodder’s ethos. Even 'Vinland Saga’s' Thorfinn evolves from a vengeance-driven youth to a pacifist, a transformation that’s deliberate and unspectacular by design.
These series prove that while plodders don’t dominate bestseller lists, their narratives offer depth that flashy protagonists often lack. They appeal to readers craving substance over spectacle.
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