Mob Psycho 100
A supernatural comedy-drama following Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama, a powerful psychic middle schooler who struggles to control his emotions and abilities while working for a fraudulent psychic consultant.
Category
Anime/Manga
Release Year
2012
Origin
Japan
Tags
supernaturalcomedydramapsychiccoming-of-ageslice-of-life
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Mob Psycho 100
Aliases
繝｢繝悶し繧､繧ｳ100, MP100, Mob Psycho Hyaku
Type
Manga/Anime Series
Release Year
2012
Status
Completed
Origin
Japan
Region
Japan
Creation Information
Creator
ONE
Publisher
Shogakukan (Manga), Bones (Anime)
Original Work
Mob Psycho 100 manga by ONE
Genre
Supernatural, Comedy, Drama, Slice of Life, Coming-of-age, Action
Content Information
Synopsis
Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama is a powerful esper who wants to live a normal life. He works for Arataka Reigen, a self-proclaimed psychic who actually has no powers. As Mob navigates adolescence, he must learn to control his emotions and psychic abilities while facing various supernatural threats.
Main Characters
Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama, Arataka Reigen, Ritsu Kageyama, Teruki Hanazawa, Dimple, Tome Kurata
Setting
Modern-day Seasoning City, Japan, with supernatural elements
Themes
Self-acceptance, emotional growth, friendship, family bonds, power and responsibility, authenticity
Target Audience
Teenagers and young adults, supernatural anime fans, comedy enthusiasts
Media Forms
Comics
Original manga series by ONE (2012-2017)
Animated Series
Three seasons of anime by Studio Bones (2016-2022)
Merchandise
Figures, clothing, accessories, collectibles, art books
Books
Manga volumes, light novels, art books, guidebooks
Digital Content
Streaming anime, digital manga, mobile games
Live Events
Voice actor events, anime conventions, fan gatherings
Cross Media Adaptations
Stage plays, radio dramas, promotional content
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 3 million manga copies sold worldwide
Revenue
Significant revenue from anime production and merchandise
Awards
Anime Awards recognition, critical acclaim for animation quality
Critical Reception
Highly praised for animation, storytelling, and character development
Cultural Impact
Influential in supernatural anime genre, praised for emotional depth
Market Value
Multi-million dollar franchise
Licensing
International distribution and merchandise licensing
Merchandise Revenue
Strong sales of figures, clothing, and collectibles
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Global audience of anime and manga enthusiasts, particularly those who enjoy supernatural comedy
Communities
Active online communities, fan forums, social media groups
Events
Anime conventions, fan gatherings, cosplay events
Quotes
Memorable dialogue about self-acceptance and emotional growth
Memes
Mob's emotional explosions, Reigen's fake psychic abilities, Dimple's antics
Cosplay
Popular characters for cosplay, especially Mob, Reigen, and Dimple
Fan Art
Extensive fan art community, animation studies, character interpretations
Fan Projects
Fan animations, AMVs, tribute videos, analysis content
Cultural References
Referenced in discussions of emotional intelligence and self-acceptance
Social Media
Strong presence with emotional and inspirational content
Collectibles
High demand for figures and limited edition merchandise
Historical Development
2012
Manga serialization begins on Ura Sunday website
2014
Manga gains popularity and critical recognition
2016
First season of anime adaptation premieres
2017
Manga series concludes, second anime season announced
2019
Second anime season airs to critical acclaim
2020
Third and final anime season announced
2022
Third anime season completes the adaptation
2023
Continued popularity through streaming and merchandise
2024
Legacy continues with ongoing fan engagement
Related Links
mobpsycho100.com
www.enjoyip.com