It's the question on every fan's mind after diving into the wild world of Dandadan: who's actually the strongest? When you pit Okarun against Jiji, especially when Jiji's got that whole Evil Eye thing going on, it's not as simple as just pointing a finger. Both characters pack a serious punch, but their power sources are as different as night and day.
Okarun's journey from a shy otaku to a paranormal powerhouse is one of the most compelling arcs in the series. After that whole Turbo Granny incident, he tapped into her yokai energy, transforming into a speed demon. We're talking supernatural reflexes, incredible durability, and a fighting style that's all about brutal hand-to-hand combat. When he's really going for it, in his "All-Out" mode, he can hit speeds close to 100 km/h. He can unleash a flurry of headbutts, or even launch himself like a missile to split a monster in half. His fighting style is all about rhythm, timing, and sheer momentum. Plus, he can teleport using telephone wires and even project his spirit. Pretty neat, right? But he's not invincible. That "All-Out" mode drains him fast; he can only use it a couple of times before his body just gives out, leaving him defenseless and unable to move for a while.
Then there's Jiji, who's a whole different kind of beast, especially when the Evil Eye takes over. Even before that, he was no slouch – solid physique, impressive spiritual powers, and the athleticism to carry Okarun and Momo like they were nothing. His love for soccer? Yep, that even got turned into a weapon.
Once the Evil Eye latched on, Jiji's strength shifted from physical prowess to pure destruction and curse-based abilities. The yokai amplifies his body to deliver bone-shattering kicks and punches. He can summon spiritual grudges and even create that terrifying Cursed House, a dome that's almost impossible to escape and traps enemies for close-range attacks. And don't even get me started on the Grudge Ball – a ball of pure spiritual hatred that bounces around like a homing missile, unpredictable and merciless. The Evil Eye can even fire multiple Grudge Balls at once, all guided by its third eye. Raw power-wise, Evil Eye-Jiji can smash through walls, punch through exosuits, and shrug off hits that would knock anyone else out cold. He's taken hits from Seiko's spiritual bat, survived dropkicks, and bounced back from knockouts in mere minutes.
So, how do they stack up against each other? We saw a glimpse of this in episode 3, where Okarun blocked a Grudge Ball aimed at Momo. It was an intense fight. Okarun used his speed and reflexes to dodge and counter, keeping the Evil Eye on the defensive. But even with his speed advantage, the Evil Eye kept pace, executing four precise moves for every single jump Okarun made. It's worth noting that Okarun managed to blast the Evil Eye out of the Cursed House, something even Seiko's talismans couldn't do. But it took a fully charged "All-Out" attack, and even then, the Evil Eye was back in a flash. It seems Okarun can keep up for a while, but his stamina is the limiting factor. Jiji, with the Evil Eye, just keeps coming back.
Ultimately, it's a classic showdown: technique versus raw terror. Okarun relies on precision, rhythm, and speed-based strategy, weaving in and out to land quick hits. Jiji, empowered by the Evil Eye, brings overwhelming destructive force and curse-based attacks. While Okarun's agility and precision are incredible, Jiji's sheer destructive durability and relentless nature currently place him at the top tier. It's a fascinating dynamic, and one that keeps us on the edge of our seats!
