MF Ghost Anime Discussion

Introduction

• MF Ghost is a significant anime due to its connection to the popular series Initial D.
• Despite the decline of car-related anime, MF Ghost brings back the excitement of racing.
• The term Itasha refers to cars wrapped with anime characters, representing the bond between anime and cars.

Initial D's Impact

• Initial D was crucial in popularizing drifting culture, influencing both fiction and car enthusiasts globally.
• Characters and cars from Initial D, like the Toyota AE86, gained iconic status and greatly increased in value.
• Keiichi Tsuchiya played a pivotal role in lending authenticity to the drifting techniques showcased in Initial D.
• The manga was known for its passion and accuracy despite some fictional elements.

Overview of MF Ghost

• Set in the 2020s, where gas cars are extinct, replaced by self-driving electric cars.
• MFG (MF Ghost) is a legal competition started by the Takahashi brothers, featuring diverse cars.
• Main character Kanata Karagiri seeks to find his estranged father by participating in MFG.

Characters

• Kanata Karagiri:

  • Half-Japanese, half-British; lacks personality and depth compared to Takumi from Initial D.
  • His backstory revolves around his quest for his father.

• Ren Sionji:

  • Female lead; more relatable than Kanata but faces unnecessary sexualization.
  • Works as an MF Angel at 17, which raises concerns about the depiction of her character.

• Ogata:

  • Mechanic; supportive and chill character, helping Kanata throughout his journey.

• Aiba Shun:

  • MFG racer, friendly and supportive of Kanata.

• Takahashi Brothers:

  • Host MFG but are not well-explained for new viewers.

• Michael Beckenbauer:

  • Top racer in MFG, drives a Porsche Cayman, depicted as the best driver.

• Koki Savatori:

  • Portrayed as a creepy pedophile character with no plot relevance; raises ethical concerns.

MFG Competition Structure

• Legal street racing held on closed circuits due to the prevalence of self-driving cars.
• Qualifying: 7-day time attack format; top 30 move on to finals.
• Finals: Top 15 racers compete under any weather conditions.

Personal Thoughts on MF Ghost

• Love-Hate Relationship:

  • Enjoyable racing scenes; however, the non-racing segments can be dull.
  • Comparison to Initial D: Lacks depth in characters and storytelling compared to its predecessor.

• Visuals and Music:

  • High-quality animation and a variety of car models; music is enjoyable but differs from Initial D's Eurobeat.

• Conclusion:

  • MF Ghost is entertaining for racing fans, but it might disappoint those seeking rich character development and a compelling narrative.

• Final Note: Encourages viewers to follow the creator on Twitter for more content.