Since the release of its anime adaptation, Tokyo Ghoul has always been a subject of controversy. Despite being a beloved manga series, the anime adaptation fell short of capturing the emotional depth and story complexity of Sui Ishida’s original work.
The deviation from the source material, rushed plotlines, and lack of character development left fans disappointed, especially when compared to series like One Piece, which has received continuous care and faithful adaptations over the years.
However, recently a particular panel from the Tokyo Ghoul: re manga has resurfaced within the fandom for its gruesome and devastating scene. This panel from chapter 143 serves as a powerful testament to why this series deserves a second chance.
Chapter 143: The Emotional Climax of Tokyo Ghoul That Deserves Animation
Tokyo Ghoul is primarily a story about survival, identity, and the moral dilemma of residing in a world where decisions have serious consequences. The main character, Ken Kaneki, experiences one of the biggest character developments in modern manga as he struggles to accept his ghoul nature and the distress of protecting those he cares about.
In Tokyo Ghoul: re Chapter 143, Kaneki reflects on the choices that have defined his life. As he ponders how different his life would have been had he never met Rize Kamishiro, he comes to terms with the harsh truth that life is nothing but a series of choices. This reflection is brought to life in the heartbreaking scene where Kaneki arrives at the 24th ward, only to see the bodies of countless White Suits and his fallen comrades.
This chapter is one of the most emotionally charged events in the entire Tokyo Ghoul series. After seeing the lifeless bodies of his comrades, Kaneki decides to go to the E14 route, and on the way, he faces Juuzou Suzuya. The confrontation between Kaneki and Suzuya resulted in Kaneki’s defeat as he lies on the ground, limbless and utterly defeated, which is considered one of the goriest panels of the series.
This particular panel is a turning point that reveals the true cost of Kaneki’s struggle. The panel is iconic, capturing the brokenness of the protagonist, and it serves as proof of the brutal nature of the world Sui Ishida has created. The image of Kaneki, limbless and lying on the ground, deserves to be animated with the same care and attention that would represent the dark theme the Tokyo Ghoul manga portrays.
Why Tokyo Ghoul Deserves a Faithful Adaptation Like One Piece
Critics and fans alike appreciate the emotional intensity of this particular chapter. Although receiving flak for its inconsistency in the plot and abrupt pacing issues, they admit that this scene would have much more significance if the anime adaptation would do justice to this.
Just as One Piece has received remastered episodes and faithful adaptations and remakes, Tokyo Ghoul deserves the same respect. One Piece thrived because of its careful pacing and in-depth character development, giving fans the time to truly connect with the story.
In comparison, Tokyo Ghoul fans were left with an anime that rushed through vital storylines and left out important events. Characters like Juuzou Suzuya and Miza Kusakari, who played key roles in Kaneki’s character development, were not given the proper depth they deserved in the anime. Chapter 143, with its devastating imagery and emotional weight, is the perfect example of why this series needs a second chance.
Sui Ishida’s Tokyo Ghoul is a deeply philosophical and emotional series that explores the consequences of choices, the cost of survival, and the complexity of identity. And these elements are too important to be skimmed over in favor of action sequences. A reboot could restore the series’ reputation, giving it the faithful adaptation that has been sorely lacking.
Tokyo Ghoul is currently available to watch and read on Crunchyroll and Viz Media, respectively.
