"Steel Ball Run" anime adaptation unveils new visuals of Johnny and Gyro

The hype is real for fans of Hirohiko Araki’s “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” as the first official visual for the upcoming anime adaptation of Part 7, “Steel Ball Run,” has been released.

The striking image features the story’s protagonists, Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli, setting the stage for their epic cross-continental race.

“Steel Ball Run,” the seventh part of the long-running and globally celebrated “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” manga series, originally ran from 2004 to 2011.

Unlike previous installments, this part takes place in an alternate universe, set in late 19th-century America.

The story centers around the Steel Ball Run, the world’s first and most grueling equestrian race across the North American continent.

The protagonist, Johnny Joestar, is a former genius horse jockey who has lost the use of his legs. His life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters the enigmatic outlaw Gyro Zeppeli.

Forming an unlikely alliance, Johnny and Gyro decide to join forces and navigate the treacherous race together

Beneath the surface of the high-stakes competition for a massive prize, a sinister conspiracy unfolds.

The visuals released offer a glimpse of Johnny and Gyro as they embark on their perilous journey towards the finish line, hinting at the challenges and dangers that lie ahead.

“JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” is a sprawling saga that began in 1987 in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha).

Created by Hirohiko Araki, the series chronicles the lineage and intertwined fates of the Joestar family, starting with the fateful meeting of Jonathan Joestar and Dio Brando.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure starts with the Phantom Blood arc, which introduces the Joestar family and Dio Brando

With the overarching theme of “the hymn of humanity,” the series explores the spirit of overcoming fear and the courage to face adversity, with each of its nine parts following a different protagonist in a unique narrative style.

The “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” manga has reached a worldwide audience due to its iconic poses, innovative sound effects, and distinctive dialogue, boasting over 120 million copies in circulation.

Its immense popularity has led to numerous adaptations across various media, including video games, anime series, and live-action films and dramas.

Currently, the ninth part of the manga, “The JOJOLands,” is being serialized in Ultra Jump magazine, demonstrating the enduring appeal of Araki’s imaginative storytelling.