Serialized in Shueisha's Weekly ShĹŤnen Jump from Jan 1, 1987, to Oct 26, 1987.
Anime Broadcast:
Aired on Tokyo MX from October 6, 2012, to April 6, 2013.
Story Summary
1868: George Joestar is saved by Dario Brando, adopts his son Dio.
Dio's Evil: Dio manipulates and torments Jonathan Joestar (JoJo), aiming to take over the Joestar family fortune through poisons and an ancient stone mask.
Dio's Transformation: The mask turns Dio into a vampire, escalating his evil acts.
Hamon Technique: Jonathan learns Hamon, an energy technique, to fight Dio with allies Zeppeli and Speedwagon.
Climactic Battle: Jonathan confronts Dio, seemingly defeating him.
Aftermath: Despite Jonathan’s death, Dio survives, setting up future conflicts.
Battle Tendency
Timeline: 1939
Main Character: Joseph Joestar (Jonathan's grandson)
Antagonists: The Pillar Men, ancient beings seeking the Red Stone of Aja for ultimate power.
Key Events
Joseph & Caesar: Partner with Lisa Lisa to combat the Pillar Men.
Pillar Men: Santana, ACDC, Wamuu, and Kars each present unique challenges.
Joseph's Strategy: Uses wit and Hamon to outsmart enemies.
Final Battle: Kars becomes the ultimate life form but is defeated by Joseph through a volcanic eruption.
Stardust Crusaders
Setting: 1989
New Concept: Introduction of 'Stands'
Goal: Defeat resurrected Dio Brando from Egypt.
Major Plot Points
Stand Users: Joseph Joestar, Jotaro Kujo, and allies combat Dio's servants.
World Journey: From Japan to Egypt, facing numerous Stand battles.
Dio's Defeat: Jotaro uses Star Platinum to defeat Dio, saving his mother.
Diamond is Unbreakable
Setting: 1999, Morioh, Japan
Key Character: Josuke Higashikata, Jotaro's uncle
Main Threat: Serial killer Yoshikage Kira
Highlights
Stand Battles: Various local Stand users challenge Josuke and friends.
Kira's Stand: Killer Queen introduces a deadly new threat.
Resolution: Josuke and allies expose and defeat Kira, saving Morioh.
Golden Wind
Setting: Italy
Protagonist: Giorno Giovanna (Dio’s son)
Ambition: To reform the mafia from within.
Key Plot Elements
Passione Mafia: Giorno joins Bruno Bucciarati's group to protect Trish, the boss's daughter.
Mafia Conflict: Internal struggles and assassin threats target Giorno’s group.
Doppio/Diavolo: The mysterious boss with a time-erasing Stand, King Crimson.
Final Battle: Giorno evolves Gold Experience to defeat Diavolo, ending his reign.
Stone Ocean
Year: 2011
Focus: Jolyne Cujoh, daughter of Jotaro Kujo
Setting: Green Dolphin Street Prison
Storyline
Jolyne's Imprisonment: Framed and sentenced; gains Stand powers via a pendant.
Main Villain: Enrico Pucci, a priest and Dio’s disciple aiming to reset the universe.
Climax: Jolyne and allies battle Pucci; struggle to stop his plan to achieve 'Heaven'.
Universe Reset: Ends with a new reality free from Pucci’s influence.
Conclusion
Narrative Complexity: JoJo’s series spans generations, featuring bizarre, creative storytelling and imaginative Stand abilities.
Cultural Impact: The franchise has become a staple in anime and manga culture, celebrated for its unique style and humor.