The existence of energy is a very important compoment in anime stories, especially shounen anime that focus on fighting. There are many types of energy along with distinctive power systems that appear in anime stories.
In this article, MogiMogy has summarized a list of the most interesting energy forces in anime stories. What are they? Check out the full review below!
1. Ki – Dragon Ball
Ki is a life force as well as the main source of power in Dragon Ball. All living things have ki in their bodies. In addition, they can manipulate the ki for combat purposes.
The amount of ki flowing in the human body basically depended on one's strength level. The stronger he is, the more ki he has. An example is Goku who can release high amount of ki to use destructive technique such as Kamehameha.
2. Chakra – Naruto
Chakra has a very essential role in Naruto's story. Shinobi can combine chakra and hand seals to cast various jutsu in combat, such as walking on water, creating illusions, or spitting fire.
Chakra are generally invisible, unless they are concentrated or manifested in large quantities. The flow of chakra in the human body is known as the Chakra Pathway System. The shape of the flow is similar to the cardiovascular system.
3. Haki – One Piece
Haki is a mysterious power hidden in humans. All living things in the world are basically capable of learning Haki, but most of them are completely unaware of this power.
There are three types of Haki which have their respective uses, namely Kenbunshoku Haki which is used to sense the presence of other people, Busoshoku Haki which is used for defense, and Haoshoku Haki which can be used to intimidate opponents.
4. Nen – Hunter x Hunter
When compared to the previous three power systems, Nen is more complicated. Nen allows one to manipulate their aura. By learning Nen, one can excel in battle.
Nen has four basic techniques that must be learned by someone, namely Ten, Zetsu, Ren, and Hatsu. Based on abilities, Nen users are divided into six types, namely Enhancers, Transmuters, Emitters, Conjurers, Manipulators, and Specialists.
5. Reiryoku – Bleach
Reiryoku is a spiritual power that exists within a person. The power is commonly used to fight by Shinigami and other spiritual beings, such as Quincy, Fullbringer, and Arrancar.
Shinigami have very high Reiryoku because they have received special training in combat, such as mastering Zanpakutō or Kidō spells. In addition, they can emit Reiatsu or spiritual pressure by utilizing Reiryoku.
6. Hamon – JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
Hamon is an interesting energy that's introduced in the first part of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. The energy has properties similar to the sun and can be used as a weapon in battle, especially against vampires.
Hamon users can produce this energy by controlling their breathing. Apart from being used for hand-to-hand combat, this energy can be channeled through certain weapons that function as mediums.
7. Ethernano – Fairy Tail
Ethernano is a magic particle that plays an important role in Fairy Tail's story. These particles can be found in all living things, on earth, and even in the atmosphere. In addition, these particles could restore one's magic power.
However, using Ethernano can be ineffective when under the influence of anti-magic effects, such as Magic Sealing Stones. Apart from that, energy is also vulnerable when dealing with Magical Barrier Particles aka Anti-Ethernano.
8. Cursed Energy – Jujutsu Kaisen
Cursed Energy aka Cursed Energy is the source of power for jujutsu sorcerers and evil cursed spirits. The energy is born from negative human emotions, such as revenge and anger.
Cursed energy can be used by sorcerers to cast cursed techniques in battle, such as the Black Flash technique. In addition, this energy can reside in a cursed object or weapon.
9. Mana – Black Clover
Much like Ethernano, Mana is an energy that exists in nature and the human body. That energy is the source of the power of the magic knights in the Black Clover story. Without mana, one would not be able to cast magic spells.
The amount of mana in a magic knight also varies greatly. On average, those born from noble bloodlines had an extremely large amount of mana. The greater one's mana amount, the more superior he will be in battle.
10. Yōki – Inuyasha
Yōki is the energy that becomes the source of the power of the demons in Inuyasha's story. Demons can manipulate Yōki and turn them into energy attacks. In addition, this energy can be used to increase stealth's physical strength.
Yōki sometimes also take the form of certain elements, such as fire and lightning. This energy will get stronger if a demon has a very evil nature, for example, Naraku.
11. Magoi – Magi
The next interesting energy is Magoi from Magi series. The energy is pure energy created from the Rukh. If concentrated with focus, this energy can be fired at the enemy in battle.
Although all living things have Magoi in their bodies, there are only a few people who can fully access Magoi. Examples are magicians and King Vessel who gain powers from Djinns.
12. Spirit Energy – YuYu Hakusho
In YuYu Hakusho, there are actually several types of energy used by the characters. Even so, one of the most dominant types of energy is Spirit Energy.
The energy is owned by all humans, but the potential for this energy is maximized when it is used by humans who have spiritual awareness. The most dominant examples of spiritual energy users in the story are Yusuke Urameshi and Kazuma Kuwabara.
13. Cosmo – Saint Seiya
In the story of Saint Seiya, there is a mystical energy in the universe called Cosmo. If traced, the existence of this energy is still related to the Big Bang event which was the beginning of the creation of the universe.
Cosmo plays a fundamental role in the strength of the Saints. They can use Cosmo to increase their physical strength as well as their speed in fighting. Apart from that, the use of energy is strongly influenced by one's emotions.
14. Spiral Power – Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
Spiral Power is the main source of power for all Spiral creatures in Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann. The energy is described as the power of evolution. In addition, the energy represents the philosophy of the physical model.
Spiral Power is said to have unlimited potential in its use. That power can increase the attack power of a weapon. In addition, this power is said to be able to create holes in space-time.
15. Soul Wavelength – Soul Eater
To conclude this article, there is a very unique energy called Soul Wavelength from Soul Eater series. The power is part of a person's soul which has an important role in the relationship between a meister and his weapon.
When a meister's soul connects with and resonates with her weapon, she gains an extraordinary boost of power. However, the resonance may fail if the meister and weapon are out of sync in battle.