I’m genuinely excited about the upcoming Eleceed anime adaptation, but I also can’t help feeling a bit anxious..especially when it comes to the visual quality. The art and character design in the manhwa are absolutely top-tier, and they’re a huge part of why I—and so many others—fell in love with the series in the first place. The characters don’t just look cool; their designs are a reflection of their identities, their abilities, and their growth. From their facial expressions and body language to their outfits and energy, every visual detail adds depth to who they are.
Take Kayden, for example; his charisma, mystery, and subtle humor are all embedded in the way he's drawn, whether he's in his human form or that ridiculously adorable cat form. Or Jiwoo, whose youthful look and vibrant expressions perfectly capture his kindness and determination. These designs do more than just look good—they tell a story. That’s not something that can be compromised or simplified without losing a piece of what makes Eleceed so special.
The anime has a real opportunity here: to elevate this already incredible story with motion, voice acting, music, and animation. But to do that, it needs to remain faithful to the original character aesthetics and art style. Sloppy animation, off-model characters, or a lack of detail would be more than disappointing. It would feel like a betrayal of what fans have come to love.
In short, Eleceed deserves a high-quality adaptation that honors its source material, especially in terms of visuals. The character design isn’t just a nice bonus...it’s one of the pillars that makes the manhwa so impactful. I truly hope the studio understands that and puts in the care, effort, and talent needed to bring these beloved characters to life in the way they deserve.
I’m genuinely excited about the upcoming Eleceed anime adaptation, but I also can’t help feeling a bit anxious..especially when it comes to the visual quality. The art and character design in the manhwa are absolutely top-tier, and they’re a huge part of why I—and so many others—fell in love with the series in the first place. The characters don’t just look cool; their designs are a reflection of their identities, their abilities, and their growth. From their facial expressions and body language to their outfits and energy, every visual detail adds depth to who they are.
Take Kayden, for example; his charisma, mystery, and subtle humor are all embedded in the way he's drawn, whether he's in his human form or that ridiculously adorable cat form. Or Jiwoo, whose youthful look and vibrant expressions perfectly capture his kindness and determination. These designs do more than just look good—they tell a story. That’s not something that can be compromised or simplified without losing a piece of what makes Eleceed so special.
The anime has a real opportunity here: to elevate this already incredible story with motion, voice acting, music, and animation. But to do that, it needs to remain faithful to the original character aesthetics and art style. Sloppy animation, off-model characters, or a lack of detail would be more than disappointing. It would feel like a betrayal of what fans have come to love.
In short, Eleceed deserves a high-quality adaptation that honors its source material, especially in terms of visuals. The character design isn’t just a nice bonus...it’s one of the pillars that makes the manhwa so impactful. I truly hope the studio understands that and puts in the care, effort, and talent needed to bring these beloved characters to life in the way they deserve.