10 Times Fan Theories Came True in Anime
Fans Love to Speculate About the Future of Their Favorite Series and many of these theories turn out to be mere imagination, but every now and then, some prove to be incredibly accurate. This not only showcases the creativity of fans but also the ability of authors to plant subtle clues that can be deciphered by the most attentive viewers.
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10 Times Fan Theories Came True in Anime
Let’s take a look at some fan theories that turned out to be true and shocked the community!
Fire Force and Soul Eater Share the Same Universe
Since the release of Fire Force, fans speculated about a connection to Soul Eater, as both works were created by Atsushi Ohkubo. Small details, such as the grinning moon and the presence of Excalibur, raised suspicions. By the end of the Fire Force manga, the theory was confirmed: Shinra reshaped the world so that death would be revered, thus creating the Soul Eater universe.
The Identity of the Titans in Attack on Titan
In the early episodes of Attack on Titan, many fans tried to figure out who the Original Titans were. By analyzing the reactions of Reiner, Bertholdt, and Annie, some viewers noticed strange patterns. The theory was confirmed when it was revealed that they were, in fact, infiltrated Titan Shifters.
Yuji and Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
Since the beginning of Jujutsu Kaisen, Yuji has always demonstrated unusual abilities for an ordinary human, such as his strength and resilience. Additionally, his resemblance to Sukuna raised questions about a possible connection between them. Later, it was revealed that Yuji is actually Sukuna’s nephew, created through Kenjaku’s experiments.
Sabo’s Return in One Piece
In the world of anime and manga, if a body isn’t shown, death isn’t always final. When Sabo was presumed dead in One Piece, many fans theorized that Dragon had saved him. Despite the characters’ genuine grief, the theory was proven true when Sabo returned years later, revealing that he had indeed been rescued by Dragon.
The True Identity of Pride in Fullmetal Alchemist
Fans of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood spent years trying to guess the identity of the Homunculus Pride. In the 2003 anime version, King Bradley was Pride, but in the manga and its faithful adaptation (Brotherhood), it was revealed that Pride was actually Selim Bradley, confirming the theory of observant readers.
Who would have thought, huh? And on the same day we published an article where the author stated she avoids social media to not be influenced by fan opinions.
The U.A. Traitor in My Hero Academia
Since the early chapters of My Hero Academia, fans suspected the existence of a traitor at U.A.—a student leaking information to the villains. Various theories emerged, pointing to different characters as suspects. Many believed that Present Mic or Hagakure could be the traitors, but the one who truly fit the profile was Aoyama.
The details were there all along: Aoyama didn’t interact much with his classmates, avoided certain situations, and his Quirk always seemed somewhat unnatural for his body. In the end, fans were right, and the revelation shocked everyone.
Gohan Blanco and the Community Prophecy
The “Gohan Blanco” meme started as a joke, but the theory behind it ended up becoming real. Dragon Ball Super fans speculated that Gohan would achieve a new, powerful form with white hair. When Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero was released, the theory was confirmed with the introduction of the “Beast” transformation, which gave Gohan exactly that appearance.
Satoko as the Villain in Higurashi: When They Cry – GOU
Higurashi: When They Cry has always been an anime full of mysteries and twists, and when the new GOU series was announced, fans immediately started speculating. Many pointed out clues suggesting that Satoko might be the new villain, and the details were there: scenes hinting that she knew too much about future events. In the end, the theory was confirmed when Satoko was revealed as the true antagonist.
Tobi’s True Identity in Naruto: Shippuden
Since his first appearance in Naruto: Shippuden, Tobi raised suspicions. Many fans noticed that his name was an anagram of “Obito,” Kakashi’s old friend. Small details, such as his connection to the Sharingan and his enigmatic behavior, led fans to speculate that he was, in fact, Obito Uchiha. This theory was confirmed when his identity was revealed in the anime.
Dabi and His Connection to the Todoroki Family
The theory that Dabi was actually Toya Todoroki emerged shortly after his introduction in My Hero Academia. Fans noticed that he knew too much about Shoto, and his blue flames were a clear hint that he could be Endeavor’s long-lost son. When the theory was confirmed, fans celebrated finally having their suspicions validated.
These are just some of the fan theories that turned out to be true. If you love speculating about the future of your favorite series, you never know—your next theory might just be right!
Original: CBR
