10 Interesting Facts About Hell's Paradise

Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku manga series just got an anime adaptation, and as it started, the series received a lot of love from its viewers. The intricate plot, exciting storyline, and amazing characters are making the fans curious about the series' background and history.

There is a lot more to the story of the show and its characters than what we have seen on the screen yet. Fans are already wondering about Gabimaru's past, Sagiri's relationship with her father, and many more things that are still unanswered. Here are ten interesting facts about Hell's Paradise anime series that you didn't know about.

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10/10 The Original Idea For The Story Was Something Else

The story revolves around a skilled ninja named Gabimaru, who has been sentenced to death for his crimes. He is given a chance at redemption by the Shogunate, which sends him on a mission to the mysterious island "Shinsenkyo."

However, originally the story was supposed to be about a venture to the Japanese folktale island Onigashima in order to eliminate the demons that resided on the island. Nevertheless, the modified story turned out to be pretty good.

9/10 Gabimaru's Insomnia

Born and brought up in the Iwagakure Village, Gabimaru had to be on high alert all the time, even from the people of his own village. As a result of this, Gabimaru developed a severe case of insomnia, which he credits to the ability of the Iwagakure ninja.

In the series too, Gabimaru is seen resting only as a result of losing consciousness after a lethal battle. In fact, he can go on to stay awake for at least 10 days and 10 nights. However, he overcomes this problem when he has a peaceful life with his wife.

8/10 Only Ninja Without A Noh Mask

Gabimaru's unique appearance, with only half of his face covered by a cloth, is an intentional design choice that sets him apart from the other ninjas and emphasizes his individuality as a skilled ninja who operates outside the traditional boundaries of his profession. He is the only ninja who does not wear a Noh mask.

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While the use of Noh masks is a common tactic among Iwagakure ninjas to maintain secrecy and avoid detection, Gabimaru's confidence in his abilities and his willingness to confront his enemies head-on without the need for a disguise is a testament to his strength and determination as a warrior.

7/10 Rulers Of The Island

The rulers of the Shinsenkyo are a group of Sennin of the highest ranking. And these people have mastered the five training methods of immortality. As a result, they are the ones who guard the Elixir of Life.

These Tensen are also the ones who created the creatures on the island in order to shield them from direct attacks from the outer world.

6/10 Members Of The Tensen

There are eight Sennin who hold the prestigious title of Tensen - the leader Rien and an artificial Sennin created by her using a Tao puppet of herself.

The Lord Tensen, a group of powerful and immortal beings, comprises a total of eight members, namely Gui Fa, Ju Fa, Mei, Mu Dan, Ran, Tao Fa, and Zhu Jin, in addition to Rien. These members are also the ones who can teach others the training methods of immortality.

5/10 Yui And Gabimaru Are Made For Each Other

Yui, the daughter of the chief of Iwagakure Village and Gabimaru's wife, possesses the wood attribute. Since her husband possesses the fire attribute, it is safe to say that Yui and Gabimaru are perfectly compatible.

Also, we can clearly see that Yui is the only one that Gabimaru "The Hollow" really cares about and loves her unconditionally.

4/10 Aza Chobei Has A Bad-Boy Name And Reputation

Aza Chobei, the Bandit King, may be based on a real-life bandit from Japan, Nakamura Chobei. A bandit peasant during the 16th century, Nakamura led a group of bandits who were stationed at a small village named Ogurisu.

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Aza Chobei's strategic mind, bandit-like appearance, and fearless demeanor are all traced back to Nakamura's characteristics, as Nakamura was known for his cunning tactics, rough exterior, and unwavering courage in the face of adversity, which may have influenced Aza Chobei's development and behavior as a leader in their respective contexts.

3/10 Sagiri's Candy Stash

Yamada Asaemon Fuchi reveals that Sagiri has a bag of candy stashed inside her room, which serves as a testament to Sagiri's softer side and her ability to find joy in the little things in life. Despite her reputation as a skilled executioner, Sagiri still retains her humanity and compassion, which are traits that are often overlooked in her line of work.

Perhaps Sagiri's love for candy also represents her desire to hold onto her innocence and childlike wonder, even amidst the gruesome realities of her job. This duality in Sagiri's character, where she balances her duty as an executioner with her softer, more playful side, makes her all the more intriguing and multi-dimensional as a character.

2/10 Yuzuriha And Sagiri's Love Angle

There are speculations that Sagiri and Yuzuriha have a bond and are in a relationship. It would not be foul to believe that the two fell in love during their trip to Shinsenkyo.

After a fan asked Yuji Kaku (the mangaka of the series) whether Yuzuriha and Sagiri had developed romantic feelings for each other, the mangaka responded with an unsure answer, quoting, "GOD ONLY KNOWS."

1/10 Tsuki Is The Last Holder Of The Alias Gabimaru The Hollow

Anime fans would be surprised to find out that Gabimaru's real name is not Gabimaru. His actual name is Tsuki, and he is the 58th holder of the alias Gabimaru The Hollow, and the last one to hold the name.

It is believed that the most elite and ruthless killing Shinobi of the Iwagakure Village are honored with the name Gabimaru The Hollow, and Tsuki is the last one to hold the name as he chose to live a simple life with his beloved wife, leaving behind his past as a professional assassin.

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