"Shaman King" has been serialized for over 20 years. Previously published in Weekly Shonen Jump, it still has a dedicated fanbase. Despite its cancellation, sequels and a final chapter have been released, demonstrating its continued popularity. Shaman King, a series themed around shamans, is home to many famous quotes. This time, we'll take a closer look at some of the quotes from its protagonist, Yoh Asakura.
Easy-going Shaman!! Yoh Asakura's Quote #1: "It'll all work out somehow."
The first quote from Yoh Asakura I'd like to introduce is, "It'll all work out somehow." This famous quote is one of Asakura You's most famous quotes and a catchphrase. It perfectly captures Asakura You's laid-back and easygoing personality, and will be memorable to anyone who knows Shaman King. At first glance, it may seem like an arbitrary statement, but it is imbued with the determination to do what you can now, believing that things will work out, and that there is nothing to be done if you rush. It is also a lesson in the importance of pushing forward, believing that things will work out, rather than setting your own limits and giving up.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You's Famous Quote #2: "There are no bad people among those who can see spirits."
The next famous quote from Asakura You is, "There are no bad people among those who can see spirits." This quote is also one that appears frequently in Shaman King. Of course, Shaman King also features villains. However, there's one fundamental difference from other manga: everyone acts according to their own beliefs, believing they are right. Furthermore, there are no inherently evil characters, and even the final boss, Hao, tries to defeat him peacefully, making this a unique battle manga. This is because Yoh Asakura's theory that those who can see spirits are not bad people is deeply rooted in him. This quote reflects the gentle world of Shaman King, where the shared ability to see spirits allows for mutual understanding.
Gentle Shaman!! Yoh Asakura's Famous Quote #3: "I've never felt so frustrated after losing."
"I've never felt so frustrated after losing" is another famous line from Yoh Asakura. He spoke this quote after losing to Faust VIII in the Shaman Fight preliminaries. This is also the first time Yoh becomes emotional and sheds tears. When his friend Oyamada Manta is targeted, he desperately tries to protect him, but ends up losing the match. These are the words he says at a time when he is painfully aware of his own lack of strength. This is also a famous quote that shows how seriously Yoh takes Shaman Fighting, and how much he cares about his friends.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You's Famous Quote #4: "If I kill people just because they're in the way, I'm no different from Hao."
The next famous quote from Asakura You is, "If I kill people just because they're in the way, I'm no different from Hao." This quote was spoken by You when he left for America for the Shaman Fight. After witnessing the death of Hao's henchman, he spoke to X-LOWS, the killers. This quote conveys Yoh's kindness, as he maintains that killing is wrong because killing someone means no one can apologize or reconcile. This could be seen as a new type of protagonist who is willing to help any evil.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You Quote #5: "Because he doesn't have any friends."
The fifth of Asakura You's quotes is, "Because he doesn't have any friends." This quote was spoken before the Shaman Fight finals against his rivals, Team The Ren. He spoke to Ren and Horohoro, who had been scolded for having tea with their nemesis, Hao, the day before. It could also be interpreted as a message to a different opponent, rather than to his opponent. This is a kind yet relaxed quote, in which Yoh sympathizes with his greatest enemy, Hao, for having no friends, and goes out to drink tea and shows concern for him. These relaxed quotes, which change the atmosphere in a situation, are unique to Shaman King.
Relaxed Shaman!! Yoh Asakura's Famous Quote #6: "When that time comes, I'll become the Shaman King and do something about it."
"When that time comes, I'll become the Shaman King and do something about it" is one of the most important and memorable quotes in Shaman King. This is the line Yoh Asakura spoke to Anna Osoreyama, and it also served as his marriage proposal. Yoh invites Anna, who can read people's minds, to visit the shrine of Osorezan for the first time in the new year. However, Anna's ability to read people's minds causes her to create demons whenever she reacts to them. Anna hates herself for being like that and tries to avoid contact with anyone. However, Yoh never abandons Anna, and tells her that when things get out of hand, he will become the Shaman King and do something about it. These words can be seen as Asakura Yoh's proposal, and also the moment Anna fell in love with Yoh.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You's Famous Quote #7: "He's my older brother."
The next famous quote from Asakura You is, "He's my older brother." This is what you say when you reveal to your allies the true identity of Hao, the final boss and formidable enemy. Hao is a person reincarnated from the past and reborn in the present. He was born as You's twin brother. Learning this fact is crucial to Asakura's destiny to defeat Hao. For this reason, although he had not told them before, this is the moment he finally reveals it to them, trusting them. While this explanation is a bit vague, it's a shocking revelation and marks a major turning point in the Shaman King series.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You's Famous Quote #8: "And I'm sorry, Anna"
The eighth famous quote from Asakura You is, "And I'm sorry, Anna." This is what Asakura You said when he gave up on becoming Shaman King. His comrade and rival, Tao Ren, was killed by Hao's minions. He had to rely on Iron Maiden Jeanne, the boss of the enemy team, XLOWS, to bring him back to life. Yoh accepts any condition and asks for Ren's resurrection. Ren is resurrected in exchange for declining to participate in the Shaman Fight. This scene conveys Yoh's kindness, willing to give up his dream to help his friend. It's also heartbreaking to see him apologizing to his wife, Anna, for not being able to become Shaman King as a result.
Yurui Shaman!! Yoh Asakura's Famous Quote #9: "Anna is Anna, right?"
The next famous quote is, "Anna is Anna, right?" These famous lines were spoken by Yoh, who came to Anna's aid as she was fighting Hao. Anna was powerless in the face of Hao's overwhelming power. Hao cornered Anna, trying to force her to reveal her true nature. At this point, Yoh, who had returned from his training in hell, appears. By acknowledging Anna's existence and calling her her own, Anna regains her sanity. These are words that only Yoh, who truly understands and loves Anna at Osorezan, could say.
Yurui Shaman!! Asakura You Quote #10: "We won't lose unless our spirits are defeated."
The last quote from Asakura You is, "We won't lose unless our spirits are defeated." This quote comes from You as he sets out to defeat Hao, who has fallen asleep after transforming into the Shaman King. In a shaman battle, losing mentally means losing. Therefore, he fights the Patch tribe, believing that he can't lose unless his spirit is defeated. This quote also teaches us the importance of never giving up and maintaining our beliefs, no matter what.
[Shaman King] A Gentle Shaman!! Introducing Asakura You's Famous Quotes!! Summary
This time, we've introduced some famous quotes from Asakura You, the protagonist of Shaman King. While Shaman King is a battle manga, it's a little different from other works. It contains many kind and profound messages, so you'll likely find many relatable parts. The complete version has also been released, and the true ending has already been revealed, so why not give it a read? You might even find your favorite quote!
