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Is IShowSpeed an anime fan? Streamer compares Luffy and Naruto, reveals his favorite and least-liked characters

2023-07-21 18:25
Here's what IShowSpeed did when he came across some anime statues in Japan
Is IShowSpeed an anime fan? Streamer compares Luffy and Naruto, reveals his favorite and least-liked characters

TOKYO, JAPAN: Darren Watkins Jr, popularly known as IShowSpeed, has made a significant mark in the YouTube community, reaching a remarkable milestone of over 18 million subscribers. He has earned recognition for his distinctive and vigorous reactions during interactions with fellow streamers and his dedicated fanbase.

Recently, Speed delighted his fans with exclusive content from his Japan trip, where he spent several days exploring the country. During his travels, he encountered various anime statues displayed in public places. As he came across these statues, Speed candidly shared his thoughts and perspectives, sparking curiosity among his millions of followers about his stance on anime. If you want to know Speed's thoughts as he expressed his views, keep reading!

‘Eh, Luffy better bro’

During his adventurous trip to Japan, Speed let loose as he explored an amusement park, where he unexpectedly encountered a Naruto-themed section. Walking towards the statues, he couldn't contain his excitement and began passionately sharing his perspectives, revealing his genuine fondness for anime characters. Engaging with the Naruto statue, he expressed his emotions and even made comparisons with other anime series.

However, while acknowledging the Naruto statue, Speed also made a comment that seemed disrespectful as he compared the character with another named Luffy. This moment created a buzz among his fans and followers, prompting discussions about his strong opinions on anime characters, “Narutooooo! ‘I wanna be Hokage one day!’ Eh, Luffy better bro, Luffy better. Eh, You hear me? You little boy, you nine-tailed fox, you little Sasuke-loving picking boy! The f*ck is wrong with you man?”

This particular segment of the video thoroughly delighted and entertained Speed's fans as he continued his adventure, exploring and interacting with statues of various other characters, such as Shikamaru, Sakura, Itachi, Hinata, and Jiraya. As always, Speed's energetic reactions were on full display, adding to the excitement of his stream. Such enthusiastic antics are a common occurrence in Speed's streams, never failing to captivate his audience.

Who is Naruto?

Naruto is the main protagonist in the popular anime series "Naruto" from the manga series and its sequel "Naruto Shippuden." Created by Masashi Kishimoto, the anime follows the story of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja with dreams of becoming the strongest ninja and earning the title of Hokage, the leader of his village. Naruto's journey is filled with challenges, adventures, and personal growth as he seeks recognition from his peers and aims to bring peace to the ninja world. Throughout the series, Naruto showcases determination, perseverance, and a strong sense of justice, making him a beloved and iconic character in the world of anime.

Who is Luffy?

Monkey D. Luffy, commonly known as Luffy, is the main protagonist of the popular anime and manga series 'One Piece'. Created by Eiichiro Oda, 'One Piece' follows Luffy's adventurous journey as he sets out to become the Pirate King by finding the legendary treasure known as, you guessed it, One Piece. Luffy gains the ability to stretch his body like rubber after eating a Devil Fruit, making him a "Rubber Man." He maintains a strong sense of camaraderie and loyalty toward his friends. Also, he is well known for his unwavering determination, optimism and carefree personality.