JO JO RPG

"Seers" and those who interact with the supernatural

This can be interpreted in different ways:

Stand Owners see and control their Stands. For them, their Stands are both a weapon and their "eyes" in battle: for example, Koichi's Stand, Echoes, changes its properties over three acts, while Polnareff's Stand, Silver Chariot, grants incredible speed and accuracy. Ripple users (Parts 1–2) sense life energy and can "see" their opponent's weak points through vibrations. Ripple isn't a Stand, but a different power system, but it's also about perception and control. Those who see ghosts. In the JoJo universe, the souls of the dead can linger as ghosts, and some characters are able to notice them. This is often linked to the presence of a Stand: a ghost can even use their Stand after death. Creatures with special perception. For example, Foo Fighters (Part 6) is a special life form created from a Stand and living matter; it thinks and acts differently than a normal human. Types of "good" supernatural life forms

Stand users (allies). This is the most common category: almost all heroes from Part 3 onward are Stand users, and their abilities are often focused on protection, investigation, and justice. Artificial/anomalous allies. An example is Panda in "Magic Battle," but in JoJo, the closest is Foo Fighters: a creature created from a Stand that becomes a full-fledged ally. Animals with Stands. Iggy is a prime example: a dog with a Stand called The Fool, which disguises itself as sand and debris and saves the team at a critical moment. Spirit/ghost allies. There are situations where a ghost can assist the heroes, especially if they were connected to them in life or had a powerful Stand.

Good creatures and key allies in parts

Part 1 ("Phantom Blood"): Jonathan Joestar is a noble, strong-willed, and Ripple-using figure; Robert Speedwagon is the Joestar family's longtime loyal friend and assistant. Part 2 ("Battle Tendency"): Joseph Joestar is a cunning fighter and also a Ripple user; Caesar Anthonio Zeppeli is a Ripple master and a dedicated ally. Part 3 ("Stardust Knights"): Jōtarō Kujō, Noriaki Kakyoin, Jean-Pierre Polnareff, and Mohammed Avdol are the team that goes to Egypt to confront DIO; each with their own Stand and personality. Iggy (the dog with the Stand The Fool) is initially mischievous, but proves heroic in the finale. Part 4 ("Diamond Is Unbreakable"): Josuke Higashikata is the protagonist, kind and fair; Koichi Hirose grows as a fighter and a person; Okuyasu Nijimura is a straightforward but very loyal friend. Part 5 ("Golden Wind"): Giorno Giovanna - wants to make the mafia "honest" and protect the weak; Bruno Bucciarati - the paragon of honor in the mafia; Narancia Ghirga, Mista, Abbacchio - members of Bucciarati's team. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean"): Jolyne Kujou is the main character, resilient and caring; Ermes Costello, Anasui, and Foo Fighters are her allies (including an unusual creature). Part 7 ("Steel Ball Run"): Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli are a pair of heroes with different views but a common honor; Gyro is the epitome of a noble knight. Part 8 ("JoJolion"): Josuke Higashikata (Part 8) - seeks the truth about himself and protects his loved ones; Yasuho Hirose - a reliable assistant and friend.

Villain Categories (by Motivation and Role)

Personal enemies of the Joestar family. Example: Dio Brando—his conflict with the Joestar family extends across several installments. Ideological antagonists. They want to change the world to suit their beliefs. Example: Enrico Pucci (Part 6) strives for "paradise" by rewriting the laws of the universe. Mafiosi and crime bosses. Example: Diavolo (Part 5), the head of the Passione mafia, for whom complete anonymity and control are paramount. Obsessed with a concept/aesthetics. Example: Yoshikage Kira (Part 4) – a serial killer who obsessively pursues "silence" and a "perfect life." Political/state antagonists. Example: Fanny Valentine (Part 7), a president who is willing to alter reality and destroy people for the sake of the "greatness of the country." "Bosses of the Week" and Minor Antagonists. Many games feature a series of enemies with unique Stands: they add variety to battles and often have their own short stories and motivations.

Types of supernatural beings

Vampires. Appear in the first part ("Phantom Blood"). They are created by a stone mask: it transforms the body, grants super strength and regeneration, but makes them vulnerable to the sun and ham. The most famous is Dio Brando. Pillar Men. An ancient race of superbeings (Part 2, "Battle Tendency"). They possess immense strength, near-complete regeneration, and the ability to control their own bodies at the cellular level. Weakness: sunlight. Main characters: Kars, Esidisi, Wam, Santana. Stand Users. A core "supernatural mechanic" from Part 3 onward. A Stand is a manifestation of life energy in the form of a distinct entity (often humanoid), each with its own ability. Both heroes and villains can be Stand Users. Examples: Yoshikage Kira (Killer Queen), Diavolo (King Crimson). Rock Humans. Appearing in the 8th installment (JoJolion). These creatures are silicon-based, not carbon-based: they are resilient, can hibernate for decades, and crumble into stone upon death. Zombies and vampire servants. The lowest tier of undead created by vampires. Stronger than normal humans, faster, and can infect through blood. Vulnerable to hamon and sun. Ghosts. The souls of the dead who cannot leave. They are visible to Stand users. In some cases, a ghost can even use their Stand. Abnormal/artificial beings. For example, you already mentioned Panda from "Magic Battle," but JoJo also features unusual life forms and artificial entities, depending on the episode.

Here is a very short - the most important for inspiration:

Combat = puzzle. In JoJo, you win not by brute force, but by solving the rule of the enemy's ability. Stand = character. Strength directly reflects the personality of the hero (pedant - clear conditions, impulsive - powerful, but dangerous). Constraints make power interesting. Weaknesses and activation conditions are not a minus, but the basis of tactics. Style is part of power. Poses, clothes, details work as markers of emotions and can even be mechanics. The morality is not black and white. Even villains act according to their own logic and often sincerely believe in their rightness. The family is like a faction. Heritage and traditions give the hero both support and conflict. Everyday trifles make the characters alive. Favorite foods, phobias, small habits add depth. Dialogues are like a weapon. Heroes don't just talk: they reveal abilities, bluff, and break the enemy's plans with words. Often it is the phrase "And you can't..." decides the battle. Absurdity works for tension. A ridiculous detail (like the fight over a bun or the fear of the number 4) makes the scene brighter and more human. The rule is "one big turn to the arch". In each storyline, there is one sharp twist that turns everything upside down — it keeps the pace. "The Unexpected Ally Effect." Someone who was considered weak or strange makes a decisive move at the right moment. Visuals set the tone. One bright frame (close-up of the eyes, broken angle, frozen pose) can replace a paragraph of the description.

How "JoJo" Works with Family and Legacy

The Joestar family is not just kinship, but almost like a "guild" or "faction" in an RPG:

Each generation has its own style and its own problems, but they share common traits: a willingness to protect loved ones, a sense of justice, sometimes cunning instead of brute force. Often, the hero does not just "continue the business", but rethinks it: Giorno wants a "good mafia", Josuke defends his city, Jolyne tries to understand her father and not repeat his mistakes. In your plot, this can be played up as a "family mechanic": for example, a "hereditary ability" that is revealed only at a critical moment, or a "family rule" that the hero first rejects, and then understands why it is needed.

Easter eggs and trivia to take for your ideas

Superstitions and phobias. Mista and his fear of the number 4 is both a character trait and a reason for scenes, and even a tactical factor. Names and titles. Araki takes names from music, fashion, art — and immediately sets the mood. Strange objects. In JoJo, even small things (a keychain, a button, a stone) can be important.

Moral conflicts instead of "pure evil"In many parts, the antagonists are not just "bad",

they have their own logic, sometimes even understandable:

Kira is obsessed with order and the "perfect routine": he kills because for him it is a way to preserve his ideal world. Diavolo wants to erase himself from history so that no one can find him: his power is about fear and control, not senseless cruelty. Pucci believes that the "ideal paradise" justifies any means: he sincerely believes that he is doing good. This is cool to use in a criminal plot: the villain may not be an "absolute monster", but someone who acts by his own rules and considers them fair. Visual clichés that have become the "language" of "JoJo"

poses. They are not only about style: in manga, the pose often emphasizes the moment when the hero makes a decision or reveals an ability. Close-ups of the eyes. Araki likes to show a close-up look to convey tension, shock, or determination. Unusual angles and lines. In battles, "broken" angles are often used to show the dynamics and strangeness of what is happening. If you are describing a scene for an RPG or writing a story, you can deliberately insert such accents: "he abruptly looks up", "freezes for a second in a strange pose", "the room seems to become quieter while he slowly fastens the button".

How "JoJo" Works with Family and Legacy

The Joestar family is not just kinship, but almost like a "guild" or "faction" in an RPG:

Each generation has its own style and its own problems, but they share common traits: a willingness to protect loved ones, a sense of justice, sometimes cunning instead of brute force. Often, the hero does not just "continue the business", but rethinks it: Giorno wants a "good mafia", Josuke defends his city, Jolyne tries to understand her father and not repeat his mistakes. In your plot, this can be played up as a "family mechanic": for example, a "hereditary ability" that is revealed only at a critical moment, or a "family rule" that the hero rejects at first,

Here are a few more JoJo "chips" that work great both as features of the universe and as blanks for their stories (including RPGs, fan fiction and inventing techniques).

"Strange rules" make abilities interesting

In JoJo, almost every power has a clear condition or ritual - this immediately adds tactics and drama.

The Hand (Okuyasu) erases the space, but if he misses by a millimeter, he can accidentally erase an ally. That is, the power is enormous, and it is scary to use it. Killer Queen (Kira) only detonates what he has touched, and often needs to "plant" the bomb first. This forces him to act cunning and stealthy, and not just destroy everything. Gold Experience (Giorno) creates life, but cannot "revive" a dead body as a full-fledged person - it makes bugs, frogs, branches with hands, etc. For your technique (like "Blue Eyes"), you can do the following: "works only with eye contact", "works for 3 seconds", "requires a hand gesture", "loses power in the dark". Restrictions make the character more interesting.

Food and everyday details add "humanity"

Araki often shows how the characters eat, what they love, how they react to simple things — and this works as a characteristic.

In the 4th part, there are many scenes in cafes, on the streets, in houses: this makes Morioh alive, and the battles against the background of ordinary life look even more spectacular. Some characters have their own "branded" little things: someone likes a certain food, someone hates the heat, someone always carries something small with them (a keychain, a pebble). If you're writing an original or making an RPG character, add one everyday detail: "always wears mints", "hates rain", "collects bottle caps". This immediately makes the hero not "just a fighter", but a person.

RPG

Here are a few ready-made techniques that are easy to transfer:

Ability = creativity. For example, a character "draws" lines of power, "writes" commands in the air, or "edits" a scene from fragments of reality. Limitation: the more complex the "product", the more effort it takes. Style as a characteristic. In the RPG character card, you can add the line "aesthetics/style" and tie bonuses to it: "theatricality" gives + to intimidation, "minimalism" - + to stealth, "bright colors" - + to charisma, but - to stealth. Creative duty. The character must finish what he started (for example, finish a chapter, finish a drawing), otherwise he loses power or receives a debuff. This gives interesting quests: "find ink", "finish the scene under fire", etc. The names of techniques and names can be built like Easter eggs for music, movies, games — this immediately sets the mood and simplifies the description.

Fashion and visual style as "character creativity"

Style in JoJo is a language: it is immediately clear from the clothes who is in front of you. Araki collaborated with Gucci, and this is not for the sake of advertising, but to reinforce the idea: appearance is a statement and part of identity.

For example, poses and silhouettes work as "artistic accents": they capture emotions and tension. For RPGs, this can be turned into mechanics: the "spectacular pose" gives a bonus to intimidation, the "recognizable style" helps to make allies faster or, conversely, attracts the attention of enemies. Creativity as a way to survive and connect

In different parts, "doing something with your own hands" or "creating" becomes a way to stay afloat and not go crazy:

In Part 6 (Stone Ocean), Jolyne finds support in simple actions and the support of friends in prison – this is a kind of "everyday creativity": the ability to put yourself back together piece by piece when everything is against you. In Part 8 (JoJolion), Josuke collects the truth about himself from scraps of memory and other people's stories — it's almost like editing a script: he "writes" his personality anew. This approach fits well with stories about crime or about "survival in the system": the hero does not just fight, but constructs himself and his truth

In JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, creativity is not just "in the background" - it is built into the world and characters, and in a different way in each part. Given that you come up with your own techniques and stories, there are a lot of ideas for inspiration.

Rohan Kishibe - creativity as a power and personality

The most striking example is Rohan Kishibe from the 4th part ("The Diamond Is Indestructible") and his spin-offs. He is a manga artist, and for him, creativity is a profession, a way of learning about the world, and a weapon:

The Stand of Heaven's Door literally turns people into "open books": Rohan writes commands directly into their bodies and reads memories as text. That is, the very process of "creating a text" becomes a combat mechanic. His obsession with truth and detail makes him both a genius and an insufferable perfectionist. For the plot, this gives a great conflict: a hero who wants to "know everything", but because of this, he constantly climbs where it is dangerous. In the spin-off Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan, almost every episode is a "novel within a universe": Rohan encounters mysticism and investigates it like a writer looking for the perfect plot. It's a great template for an RPG or original: a creator character whose creativity is directly related to power.

Music as part of Araki's design and mechanics

builds Stand names and character images on musical references, and this is also a form of "creativity in the world":

Killer Queen (Kira) — Queen, Sticky Fingers (Bucciarati) — Rolling Stones, Gold Experience (Giorno) — Prince, etc. It turns out that the "name of the ability" is not just a mark, but a style and mood: Kira is all about "perfect aesthetics", Bucciarati is about dynamics and fasteners, Giorno is about life and renewal. If you come up with your own techniques (like "Blue Eyes"), you can take not only abilities as a basis, but also the "genre" or "mood" from the music: the track sets the character, and the mechanics reveal it.

Poses as part of the JoJo

languageThe famous "JoJo poses" are not just aesthetics. In the manga, they work as emotional accents: they show determination, challenge, tension. In the anime, they are deliberately made hypertrophied to emphasize the moment. If you are writing an RPG description or scene, you can insert such "pose accents" as game triggers: "the hero takes a fighting pose - the ability cooldown is reduced by 1 turn" or "in a spectacular pose, he confuses the enemy".

Different universes and "reboots"

Starting with Part 7 ("Steel Ball Race"), this is no longer a direct sequel, but an alternate universe: there are different rules of power (instead of Stands - "Spin"), different Joestars (Johnny instead of Jotaro) and a different tone. This is convenient if you want to take the idea of JoJo (style, format of episodes, tactical abilities) and make your own version without having to follow the canon of the first six parts. Tone and structure: episodes as mini-RPG quests Many chapters

in JoJo are structured as separate "missions": there is a goal, there is an obstacle (an enemy with a Stand), there is a victory condition and a cost of error. Often these are "find and neutralize", "protect the target", "reveal the secret", "survive the trap". This format is easy to transfer into your plots or into the description of battles for RPGs.

Easter eggs and trivia that add style

to numbers and superstitions. For example, Mista is terrified of the number 4 — such a detail makes the character livelier and gives rise to scenes. Food and everyday life. In "Diamond Indestructible" there are many everyday details (cafes, streets, school days) - this helps to make the world real, even when absurd battles are taking place in it. Family as a system of roles. In different parts, the Joestar family and the people associated with it work as a "pack" in RPGs: there is a tank (Joseph), there is a damager (Jotaro), there is a support (Avdol), there is a "mysterious loner" (Rohan).

References to music and fashion are almost the "mechanics" of Araki's world

, making the names of the stands, poses, and even the style of the characters references to rock bands, albums, and designers. For example:

Killer Queen (Yoshikage Kira) is a direct reference to Queen. Sticky Fingers (Bucciarati) is an album by the Rolling Stones. Gold Experience (Giorno) - A reference to Prince. Araki also had collaborations with fashion houses (for example, with Gucci), and this is not just "beautiful": character design in JoJo often works as a characteristic - you can immediately see who is impulsive, who is a pedant, and who is a leader. This is a great technique for coming up with your own stands and techniques: you can take the style + name from music/fashion and build abilities around the image.

How "techniques" and abilities work: not just power, but rules

In JoJo, almost every ability has clear limits - this makes the fights tactical, almost like in RPG:

King Crimson (Diavolo) erases time, but Diavolo himself does not see anything at these moments and relies on intuition. Moody Blues (Abbacchio) "loses" the past, but this is very exhausting for the owner. Crazy Diamond (Josuke) repairs and restores, but cannot resurrect the dead and cannot "cancel" other people's effects. That is, power always comes with a minus: the more powerful the ability, the more dangerous or inconvenient it is to use. If you come up with your own technique (like "Blue-eyes" based on "Magic Battle"), you can use the same principle: come up with 1-2 strong effects and 1-2 clear restrictions.

Part 9 ("The JoJoLands"). It is directly built around criminal earnings: the main characters are engaged in stealing and selling expensive things to get rich.

Yes, there is a mafia and crime in "JoJo" - and in some parts this is even the basis of the plot.

Part 5: The Golden Wind (Vento Aureo) - the mafia as the main setting

This is the most "mafia" part. The action takes place in Italy, and at the center of the story is the criminal organization Passione.

How the mafia works. Passione has a clear hierarchy, secret units (such as La Squadra Esecuzioni, a team of liquidators), its own rules, and harsh punishments for betrayal. An important feature: the mafia has a lot of Stand owners, which makes it especially dangerous. What does he do? Drug trafficking, racketeering, control of territories, contract killings. Mafia boss Diavolo tries to completely erase any traces of his existence. The main characters and their attitude to the mafia. Giorno Giovanna wants to become a mafioso in order to "cleanse" the organization and protect the weak. Bruno Bucciarati and his team are torn between loyalty to the mafia and moral principles. As a result, they challenge the boss himself. Other parts with crime

Part 1 ("Phantom Blood"). There is no crime as a system, but there is personal crime and violence: Dio for the sake of money and power goes to meanness and murder, subdues people and actually creates his own "gang" of servants. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean"). The action is in prison, and there is its own criminal hierarchy: groups of prisoners, power struggles, frame-ups and shady deals. Plus a large-scale conspiracy, which is essentially a criminal plan to rewrite reality. Part 7 ("Steel Ball Race"). In the United States of the 1890s, there are many illegal schemes and exploitation: the race is used as a cover to search for artifacts, and participants face bandits and people who are ready to do anything for profit. Part 8 ("JoJolion"). There are shady organizations and illegal practices in Morioh: the Higashikata family is connected to a secret fruit company, and the "stone people" and the fruits of the Locacaca are already a black market for miracles: treatment in exchange for the loss of something important.

Part 5 ("Golden Wind"). Giorno wants a "just" mafia, where there is a place for the protection of the weak - this is also a form of love for society. In Bucciarati's team, love is mutual trust and acceptance: each of the guys (Mista, Narancia, Fugo, Abbacchio) is devoted to the group in their own way. Bucciarati has a moral code in which caring for people is more important than profit. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean"). Jolyne and Jotaro: their relationship is complicated, but in the finale, it is parental love and recognition that become the emotional peak. Anasui is in love with Jolyne almost instantly and extremely radically: he is ready to go to any extreme for her - this is "Jojo's" hyperbolized romance. Ermes is the image of a devoted friend who protects her loved ones even at the cost of herself. Part 7 ("Steel Ball Race"). Johnny and Gyro's relationship is a deep friendship that becomes a pillar for both. Here, love manifests itself as faith in the other: Gyro literally helps Johnny walk again, and Johnny learns to trust. Part 8 ("JoJolion"). Yasuho is an image of quiet but very reliable support: she helps Josuke not only with information, but also with what is just nearby. Love here is often family and clan: the Higashikata family is based on rituals, duties and protection of "their own", and not on open feelings. What are the "types of love" most often found

Love as loyalty and self-sacrifice. The characters of JoJo often sacrifice themselves for others - this is the main way to show love in the series. Family and kinship love. Fatherhood, motherhood, brotherhood, responsibility for younger and older people are very common motives. Combat brotherhood. Friendship in a team is almost always stronger than any romance: the characters trust each other with their lives and cover their backs. Distorted or obsessive love. In antagonists, feelings often turn into control, obsession with an ideal or power (Dio, Kira, Pucci). Silent care. In JoJo, they rarely say "I love you", but they do a lot: protect, help, cover, not abandon.

In JoJo, love is not put at the center of the plot (it is a shonen about battles and adventures), but it does appear regularly — and almost always in an unusual, "Jojo" form: as loyalty, self-sacrifice, strange obsession, or family affection.

How Love Manifests in Parts

Part 1 ("Phantom Blood"). Love here is primarily family and friendly: Jonathan is sincerely attached to his father, to Erina, to Speedwagon. Erina is the image of a devoted lover: she remains faithful to Jonathan against all odds. And in Dio, love is replaced by a thirst for power and control: he does not love, but wants to possess and subjugate. Part 2 ("Battle Tendency"). There is a lot of friendly and familial love here: Joseph and Lisa Lisa (mother) is a strong bond, where care and trust are more important than pretentious words. There is also a romantic line: Joseph and Susie Q are light, impulsive, but sincere; it shows Joseph as a person who knows how to bond. Part 3 ("Stardust Crusaders"). Here, the love is mostly team-like: Jotaro is ready to do anything for his mother, and the relationship with Joseph is a mixture of respect and grumpy acceptance. For the companions (Kakyoin, Polnareff, Avdol), love is expressed as a brotherhood in arms: they risk themselves for each other, and this sounds louder than any confessions in the world of JoJo. Part 4 ("The Diamond Is Indestructible"). In Morioh, love is more mundane and humane: friendship and neighborly support are the basis. Jōsuke protects the city and the people he considers "his own". For Rohan, love for the work (manga) almost replaces personal relationships. And Kira's line is a distorted, almost anti-romantic attitude: he is obsessed with the "ideal" and order, not the person.

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is no direct classical slavery (as an institution) in the plot. But there are situations where the characters become completely dependent on others:

Vampires and their servants in the 1st part: Dio subordinates people to his will, actually turning them into obedient performers - this is closer to mental enslavement than to economic slavery. Control and coercion in different parts: antagonists often use manipulation, blackmail, threats to force people to act in their own interests. The prison system in Part 6: strict rules, surveillance, imprisonment is not slavery in the historical sense, but a strong form of social control.

In JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, there is no direct slavery as an established social system, but there are similar situations and a strong social gap between the rich and the poor.

Where and How Poverty

Manifests Itself Part 1 ("Phantom Blood") - The class difference in Victorian England is clearly shown. Jonathan comes from a wealthy family, and Dio lived in extreme poverty and faced cruelty before adoption. The Ogre Street area is a slum where people survive as best they can; Dio's cynicism is formed there. Part 2 ("Combat Tendency") — there are social contrasts, but the focus is shifted to the global threat ("People from the Columns") and military projects; Poverty is the background rather than the central theme. Part 3 ("Stardust Crusaders") - while traveling around different countries, you can see poor neighborhoods, markets, slums; The team faces everyday difficulties, but they do not become the main topic. Part 4 ("The Diamond Is Indestructible") - Morioh looks like an ordinary Japanese city: there are both prosperous areas and modest houses. Poverty is not extreme, but there is a contrast between wealthy families and ordinary residents. Part 5 ("Golden Wind") — Italy is shown through the prism of the mafia: here is not so much poverty as social inequality and corruption; Poverty is the soil on which crime grows. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean") is a prison in itself, a space of total control and deprivation of liberty; This is not slavery, but rigid hierarchy, dependence on the system and limited rights. Part 7 ("Steel Ball Race") — USA in the 1890s, the Wild West: many people are on the verge of survival, the race is a way to escape poverty; Social stratification is noticeable, there is exploitation of participants. Part 8 ("JoJolion") - After the disaster in Morioh, the consequences for the city are visible: devastation, economic problems, tension in society; social inequality is manifested through the influence of the Higashikata family.

Part 6: Stone OceanYear

: 2011. Country: United States. Locations: Green Dolphin Street Prison (Florida), Florida suburbs, Kennedy Space Center (Cape Canaveral); Most of the action takes place inside the prison and in the surrounding areas. Part 7: Steel Ball RunYear

: 1890. Country: United States. Locations: transcontinental race route from San Diego to New York; deserts, prairies, Wild West cities, mountainous areas, specific places like the "Devil's Palm"; The action is on the tracks, in the camps of the participants, at the stops of the race. Part 8: "JoJolion" (JoJolion)

Year: 2011. Country: Japan. Locations: Morioh again (in an alternate universe), "seeing walls", the Higashikata family estate, the hospital, city blocks, streets and alleys of Morioh; Important plot points are related to the secrets of the family and the anomalous zones of the city.

Here's where each installment of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure takes place, with an indication of the country, years, and key locations:

Part 1: Phantom BloodYears

: late 19th century (circa 1880s). Country: United Kingdom. Locations: the Joestar family mansion, Ogre Street (a poor area), Windnight Lot, different corners of Victorian England. Part 2: Battle TendencyYears

: 1938–1939. Countries: USA, Italy, Switzerland, Mexico and others. Locations: New York, Rome, Venice, Ayr Supplina Island, St. Moritz (Switzerland), desert and mountainous areas; Important places are laboratories, ruins, excavation sites associated with the Pillar Men. Part 3: Stardust CrusadersYear

: 1989. Countries: Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Pakistan, UAE, Egypt. Locations: Tokyo (start), Narita Airport, streets of metropolises, temples and cities along the way from Japan to Egypt, the final battle is in Egypt (Cairo and its environs), Dio's mansion. Part 4: "Diamond Is Unbreakable"

Year: 1999. Country: Japan. Locations: the fictional city of Morioh (the image is inspired by Sendai); key places are the streets of Morioh, the houses of heroes, the school, "Ghost Alley", locations for local battles in the urban environment. Part 5: Golden Wind (Golden Wind / Vento Aureo)

Year: 2001. Country: Italy. Locations: Naples, Rome, Venice, Sardinia, various cities and picturesque places in Italy; Important points are mafia bases, streets, squares, bridges, castles, locations for tactical battles inside the city and on the coast. Part 6: Stone OceanYear

: 2011. Country: United States. Locations: Green Dolphin Street Prison (Florida), Florida suburbs, Kennedy Space Center (Cape Canaveral); Most of the action takes place inside the prison and in the surrounding areas.

Part 8: "JoJolion"

Time and place: 2011, Morioh (alternate universe). Main character: Josuke Higashikata (another character, not from the 4th part). The essence of the plot: after an earthquake in Morioh, "seeing walls" appear, and Josuke with amnesia tries to find out who he is. It is revealed that he is the result of two people merging due to the mysterious Locacaca Fruit, which heals at the cost of losing something else. Josuke is drawn into the conflict between the Higashikata family and the fight against the "stone people".

Part 4: "Diamond Is Unbreakable"

Time and place: 1999, the city of Morioh (a fictional Japanese town). Main character: Josuke Higashikata (not to be confused with the hero of the 8th part). The essence of the plot: in the quiet Morioh, strange crimes occur, behind which is the serial killer Yoshikage Kira. Josuke and his friends try to uncover the identity of the killer and protect the city. Some are known for their "everyday" tone: battles often take place on the streets and in houses, rather than in epic locations.

Part 5: Golden Wind (Golden Wind / Vento Aureo)

Time and place: 2001, Italy. Protagonist: Giorno Giovanna, Dio's son (and biologically Jonathan's grandson). Plot gist: Giorno dreams of becoming a "gangster on the side of good" and cleansing the Passione mafia family of vice. He gathers a squad of rebels (including Bucciarati, Mista, Narancia, Fugo, Abbacchio) and challenges the mafia boss. A lot of tactical battles, moral dilemmas and unexpected twists.

Part 6: Stone OceanTime

and place: 2011, Green Dolphin Street Prison in Florida, USA. Main character: Jolyne Kujou, daughter of Jotaro. Plot gist: Jolyne is unjustly imprisoned, where she is framed and drawn into a conspiracy. It reveals the large-scale plan of the antagonist Enrico Pucci, who wants to "reset" reality. This is the finale of the "classic" JoJo universe: the stakes are as high as possible, and the ending radically changes the world.

Part 7: Steel Ball RunImportant

: this is an alternate universe, not a direct sequel. Time and place: USA, 1890; transcontinental horse race. The main characters are Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli. The essence of the plot: the race is just a cover for finding the parts of the Holy Corpse, an artifact of great power. Instead of Stands, it uses "Spin", a special technique that creates destructive energy. The part is larger and more philosophical, with new rules of power and the fates of the characters.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure isn't one cohesive story, but a series of almost independent stories about different generations of the Joestar family (and the people associated with it). Each part has its own atmosphere, mechanics of forces and the main character.

Part 1: Phantom BloodTime

and place: Victorian England, late 19th century. Main character: Jonathan Joestar. The essence of the plot: Jonathan grows up in a rich family until he begins to be bullied by Dio's adoptive brother Brando. DIO finds the Stone Mask, becomes a vampire, and transforms into absolute evil. Jonathan masters the Ripple technique (a breathing force effective against vampires) and challenges Dio to protect his loved ones and the world. The finale is tragic, but it lays the foundation for the entire saga.

Part 2: "Battle Tendency"Time

and place: 1938-1939, the whole world (focus on Italy and Nazi projects). Main character: Joseph Joestar, Jonathan's grandson. The essence of the plot: the "People of the Pillars" awaken - ancient superbeings who dream of defeating the sun and ruling people. Joseph, who also wields the Ripple, confronts them. There is a lot of humor and trickery here: Joseph wins not with brute force, but with ingenuity. In the finale, he faces the main antagonist Kars.

Part 3: Stardust CrusadersTime

and place: Early 1989, traveling from Japan through Asia and the Middle East to Egypt. Protagonist: Jotaro Kujou, Joseph's grandson. The essence of the plot: it turns out that Dio is alive and now owns Jonathan's body, and the curse causes the members of the Joestar family to awaken Stands - special combat projections of will. Jotaro, Joseph, and a team of allies embark on a long journey to stop Dio. For the first time, the mechanics of Stands are fully revealed, iconic characters (Kakyoin, Polnareff, Avdol) appear.

Part 8 (JoJolion): Josuke Higashikata (from Part 8, "JoJolion") Appearance: a slender young man with a neat hairstyle, his hair seems to be slightly combed forward; It looks restrained and calm. He wears casual clothes in the spirit of modern style - T-shirts, jackets, jeans; The image is not catchy, but collected.

The essence: the main character of the 8th part. Reasonable, attentive to details, seeks to understand his past and protect loved ones. The owner of the Soft & Wet stand can "take" the properties of objects (friction, vision, sound, etc.) and use them in battle; The fighting style is tactical, with an emphasis on unexpected effects.

Yasuho Hirose Appearance: a short girl with short hair, a hairstyle that is simple and comfortable. He wears light, practical clothes - T-shirts, skirts, cardigans; It looks homely, but energetic. In the image, one can read the readiness to quickly respond to changes.

Essence: One of Josuke's main allies, observant and caring. It helps him unravel the mysteries of the city and his own memory. He acts not by brute force, but through the search for information, analysis and support - he often becomes the "voice of reason" and emotional support for the team.

Ermes Costello Appearance: a strong, athletic girl with a short hairstyle, wears practical clothes that emphasize her readiness for a fight: jackets, belts, thick fabrics. He looks like a person who does not wait for problems, but is preparing to solve them.

Essence: Jolyne's loyal ally, fights for justice and protection of friends. The owner of the Kiss stand creates "stickers" that duplicate items and effects; can copy weapons, armor, or even damage, turning a weakness into an advantage.

Anasui Appearance: a tall, fit guy with an unusual hairstyle and expressive facial features. She wears clothes that look stylish, but not pretentious: dark colors, laconic silhouettes, an emphasis on strength and composure. The look is resolute, as if always ready to act.

The essence: loyal to Jolyne, acts decisively and without hesitation. The owner of the Diver Down Stand can "dive" inside objects and people, change their structure from the inside, strike through the protection and pull out hidden elements; Very flexible in combat and useful for surprise attacks.

Weather Report Appearance: A man with a memorable hairstyle and a calm but deep gaze. The clothes are restrained, but with a hint of individuality: simple things that do not interfere with movement. In the image, you can feel the inner strength and concentration.

The essence: a complex character with a difficult past, seeks redemption. The owner of the Weather Report booth controls the weather and atmospheric phenomena: creates storms, lightning, fog, controls oxygen and pressure; He is able to change the battlefield for himself and deal damage in a huge area.

Pannacotta Fugo Appearance: a tall, thin young man with a neat, slightly combed hairstyle. He wears restrained, but stylish clothes - he looks like an intellectual who does not like unnecessary pathos. His face is often tense, as if he is constantly weighing options.

Essence: the smartest in the team, analyzes, calculates risks, is prone to doubts. He is torn between duty and fear. The owner of the Stand, Purple Haze, is an aggressive virus in capsules, extremely dangerous even to Fugo himself; A huge destructive force that is difficult to control.

Leone Abbacchio Appearance: a large, imposing man with a serious face and a collected hairstyle. He wears dark clothes in the style of a mafia fighter - strictly, without unnecessary details. His gaze is heavy, as if he constantly remembers the past.

The bottom line: a former policeman, disappointed and withdrawn, takes the mistakes of the past hard. He acts coolly, but deeply worries about the team. The owner of the Moody Blues stand can reproduce the past of people and events, "rewind" memories; useful for investigations, but emotionally exhausting for Abbacchio himself. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean"): Jolyne Kujou Appearance: A slender girl with long hair, some of which is gathered in large "spikes" (corporate identity). He wears a prison uniform stylized as a combat outfit: with belts, chains, open areas; The image is daring, but practical. In the anime, the hair color is dark green.

The essence: the main character of the 6th part ("Stone Ocean"). Strong in spirit, does not give up even in hopeless situations. The owner of the Stone Free Stand - can unravel the body into threads, tie, cut and put it back together; Great for escapes, stealth, and close-quarters combat.

Part 5 (The Golden Wind): Giorno Giovanna Appearance: a slender, stylish young man with golden hair styled in characteristic "buns" - a very recognizable hairstyle. He wears a fashionable suit in the spirit of the Italian mafia, often with gold accents; It looks elegant, but combatively collected.

The essence: the main character of the 5th part ("Golden Wind"). He dreams of becoming a "gangster on the side of good", wants to cleanse the mafia of vice. Gold Experience Stand Owner - Can give objects life, create living creatures, speed up biological processes, and heal allies.

Bruno Bucciarati Appearance: a fit man in a stylish suit, with a neat hairstyle and a calm, confident look. He carries himself with dignity, his movements are clear, his posture is straight – you can immediately see the leader.

The essence: the captain of Bucciarati's team, an honest and principled mafioso. He believes that even in the criminal world there should be honor. Sticky Fingers Stand Owner - creates zippers on any surface, can divide space and move through "fasteners", great for tactical maneuvers and rescue. Mista Appearance: a strong, confident guy with a casual but stylish hairstyle. Wears clothes in the spirit of brutal elegance: jackets, shirts, accessories; often appears relaxed but ready for a fight.

The bottom line: a sharpshooter, very superstitious (especially about the number 4). Calmly holds under pressure, reliable in battle. The Sex Pistols Stand owner has six small bullet entities that he directs with incredible precision; It is capable of conducting a difficult battle at a distance and correcting the trajectory of shots.

Narancia Girga Appearance: A thin teenager with disheveled hair, wears simple, slightly worn streetwear. It looks bold and impulsive, the look is lively, the emotions on the face are immediately read.

The essence: hot, straightforward, but very dedicated to the team. Because of the difficult past, he especially appreciates friendship and protection of loved ones. The owner of the Aerosmith Stand is a mini-plane with a machine gun and radar, able to find enemies using CO₂

Okuyasu Nijuma Appearance: a strong, stocky guy with a sloppy hairstyle and simple clothes: T-shirts, sweatshirts, jeans. It looks a little "clumsy", but you can feel the power in it.

Essence: straightforward, emotional, very loyal to friends. The owner of The Hand Stand is able to erase the space (and everything in it) with one wave of the hand. A brute but terrible force that he learns to control.

Rohan Kishibe Appearance: Stylish and collected: Neat hairstyle, often in a jacket or shirt with a scarf, looks like a fashionable manga artist. He holds himself confidently, his gaze is sharp, as if he evaluates each frame.

Essence: a talented mangaka and a strong fighter. The owner of the Heaven's Door booth is forcing people to reveal the truth and inscribing commands right into their bodies. Uses abilities for both creativity and survival.

Yoshikage Kira Appearance: elegant, well-groomed man: suit, tie, neat hairstyle. He looks like a top-class office worker - polite, calm, does not stand out in any way... until he shows his side.

The essence: the main antagonist of the 4th part. Obsessed with the "perfect" routine and aesthetics, extremely dangerous and calculating. The owner of the Stand is Killer Queen - Capable of creating explosions, and also has additional forms (Bites the Dust) for manipulating time and hiding traces.

Jean-Pierre Polnareff Appearance: stylish and bright: blonde hair styled in a voluminous hairstyle, wears open outfits that emphasize athleticism, often with accessories such as bracelets and chains. The pose is dynamic, as if he is always ready to move.

Essence: emotional, noble, strives for justice and revenge for loved ones. The owner of the Silver Chariot Stand is fast and accurate, works with a blade, and is great for rapid attacks and parries.

Mohammed Abdul Appearance: a handsome man with a neat hairstyle and beard, wears clothes with oriental motifs - raincoats, capes, scarves. He looks collected and serious, his gaze is attentive, as if he is constantly assessing the situation.

Essence: wise and balanced, the voice of reason in the team. The owner of the Stand is Magician's Red, who controls fire by attacking with flames, reading temperature, and using heat as a tool for reconnaissance and combat.

Part 4 (The Diamond Is Indestructible): Josuke Higashikata Appearance: a tall, fit guy with an iconic hairstyle - his hair is styled in such a way that it seems to "stand" in front (signature pompadour). He wears casual clothes in the spirit of the 90s: T-shirts, jackets, jeans; It looks stylish, but without pathos.

The essence: the main character of the 4th part ("The Diamond Is Indestructible"). Calm, fair, protects Morioh's hometown. The owner of the Crazy Diamond Stand - can restore and change the shape of objects and people, great for rescue and repair, but almost not suitable for "clean" killing. Koichi Hirose Appearance: a short, thin guy, at first he looks like an ordinary schoolboy - simple clothes, neat haircut. In the course of the story, it changes and becomes more confident, the style is also a little bolder.

Essence: Josuke's best friend, kind and inquisitive. Owner of the Echoes Stand, which develops in three acts: from sound effects to time and space control. He grows as a fighter and as a person.

Rudolf von Stroheim Appearance: a large, massive man with a military bearing. He wears the uniform of the Nazi troops with characteristic details, looks impressive and tough. The face is stern, the gaze is straight, the movements are clear. Later, he receives cybernetic upgrades, which can be seen in the metal details in his appearance.

Essence: initially an antagonist, but shows unexpected resilience and respect for strength. He acts according to the charter, but is capable of independent decisions. His strength is in discipline, technology and willingness to fight to the end. Part 3 (Stardust Crusaders): Jotaro Kujou Appearance: Tall, muscular, with dark hair and a distinctive slotted cap; He wears a black school uniform in the gakuran style, often with an unbuttoned collar. The gaze is cold and concentrated, the posture is relaxed, but ready for battle.

Essence: the main character of the 3rd part ("Stardust Crusaders"). Laconic, cold-blooded, but devoted to his family and comrades. The owner of the Star Platinum stand is powerful and fast, with great strength and precision.

Joseph Joestar (adult) Appearance: In Part 3, he is a mature man with gray hair, but still fit and energetic. Wears stylish, slightly sloppy clothes with scarves and accessories; retains the signature "sticking out" hairstyle. Facial expressions are lively, loves expressive gestures.

Essence: Ally and mentor of Jotaro. Cunning, inventive, relies on tactics and deception rather than brute force. Possesses Ripple, knows how to quickly assess the situation and find the weaknesses of the enemy.

Noriaki Kakyoin Appearance: A slender young man with long wavy hair, wears a school uniform, standing out for his neat style. A distinctive detail is red eyes (due to Dio's influence) and a restrained, almost noble expression on his face.

Essence: intelligent and polite, but decisive in battle. The owner of the Hierophant Green Stand, who acts at a distance: he releases tentacles, controls the space, and immobilizes enemies.

Robert E. O. Speedwagon Appearance: a tall, athletic man. A distinctive feature is a scar on the left cheek, which stretches from the nose to the jaw. In his youth, he wore a long light mullet, a dark three-piece suit with a tie and a bowler hat (in which the blades were hidden). Later, in the "Battle Tendency" part, he developed a gray flat hairstyle, and he began to wear a more worn suit, sometimes a fedora with a feather.

Essence: Jonathan's faithful friend. A former London street robber who has become a reliable ally. Brave, devoted, always ready to help.

Part 2 ("Fighting Tendency"): Joseph Joestar Appearance: tall, athletic, with a distinctive hairstyle - his hair is styled so that his bangs seem to "stick out". In his youth, he wears casual but stylish clothes: shirts, vests, trousers; often with scarves and accessories. In the anime, the hair color is dark brown. It is distinguished by expressive facial expressions and an energetic gait.

Essence: the main character of the 2nd part ("Battle Tendency"). Cunning, daring and resourceful, he knows how to get out of any situation. He wields Ripple, later develops his own fighting style, where ingenuity is more important than brute force. Antonio Zeppeli Appearance: slender, fit, with a lush hairstyle and expressive facial features. He wears clothes in the spirit of combat style - tight-fitting clothes, bandages, belts; emphasis on mobility and readiness for a fight. It stands out for its bright charisma and "theatrical" presentation.

Essence: One of Joseph's main allies, the Ripple Master. Ardent, proud, but loyal to friends. His fighting style is aggressive and impetuous; he puts emotions into his attacks Lisa Lisa Appearance: elegant, stately woman with her hair gathered (often in a neat hairstyle). She wears restrained but stylish outfits that emphasize her status and discipline. Her gaze is strict, her posture is straight - it is immediately clear that she is not just a mentor, but a fighter. Essence: Joseph and Caesar's mentor, Ripple master, Joseph's mother. Calm, but demanding; knows how to keep his cool even in the most dangerous situations. Knows a lot

Jonathan Joestar Appearance: tall (195 cm), muscular man. In his childhood and youth, he dressed according to the fashion of the Victorian era: shirts, breeches, knee socks, jackets, vests, ties or ribbons. As an adult, he retained a gentlemanly posture, emphasized his aristocratic origin in outfits - tunics over shirts, bow ties, thick boots, vests. In adaptations, the hair color is sometimes changed (for example, in the 2012 anime, it is blue to visually separate Jonathan from his grandson Joseph).

The essence: the main character of the first part ("Phantom Blood"). Noble, strong, strives to protect loved ones. Uses the Ripple technique. Confronts Dio Brando. Dio Brando Appearance: In childhood and adolescence, he is an attractive young man with blond hair. After using the Stone Mask and becoming a vampire, his appearance changed: his gaze became more piercing, his pupils received dark edging, his fangs grew noticeably, and his hairstyle turned from neat to unkempt. Later, when Dio took over Jonathan's body, he wore a jacket that fitted a black tank top, gaps with an open groin area, hearts on his knees, and pointy shoes.

Essence: the main antagonist of the first part. Charismatic, ruthless, insidious. He strives for power, uses vampiric abilities. Erina Pendleton Appearance: A young girl with blonde hair that she tied up in a ponytail. In her youth, she wore dresses. In adulthood (about 70 years old) - round glasses, a headdress with a precious stone (completely covering the hair), a thick robe and gloves.

The essence: Jonathan's beloved, and then wife. Kind and steadfast, she faithfully supports him even in the most difficult moments.

Here are the key characters from different parts of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure – names only or very briefly:

Part 1 (Phantom Blood): Jonathan Joestar, Dio Brando, Erina Pendleton, Robert Speedwagon. Part 2 ("Battle Tendency"): Joseph Joestar, Caesar Antonio Zeppeli, Lisa Lisa, Rudolf von Stroheim. Part 3 ("Stardust Crusaders"): Jotaro Kujou, Joseph Joestar (adult), Noriaki Kakyoin, Jean-Pierre Polnareff, Mohammed Abdul. Part 4 ("The Diamond Is Unbreakable"): Josuke Higashikata, Koichi Hirose, Okuyasu Nijuma, Rohan Kishibe, Yoshikage Kira. Part 5 (The Golden Wind): Giorno Giovanna, Bruno Bucciarati, Guido Mista, Narancia Ghirga, Pannacotta Fugo, Leone Abbacchio. Part 6 ("Stone Ocean"): Jolyne Kujou, Ermes Costello, Anasui, Weather Report. Part 7 ("Steel Ball Run"): Johnny Joestar, Gyro Zeppeli. Part 8 (JoJolion): Josuke Higashikata (other), Yasuho Hirose.