Hello to all my loyal readers and fans of the Super City series!
I'm excited to dive deep into the creation and persona of a character many of you have come to love: Kenji Sojuto. Born on May 8th, 1998, this spirited character first graced the pages of "Super City #1 - Arrival".
The Genesis of Kenji
Growing up, my twin and I were addicted to Street Fighter EX3. While I was always team Ryu, my twin swore by Kairi. This gaming rivalry sowed the first seeds for what would later become the Super City Arc and more specifically, the character of Kairi Tusinachi. However, with Kairi’s solemn and serious nature, there was a creative void begging for a character who was the polar opposite. Enter Kenji – the carefree, joyous counterpart.
For those with a keen eye for detail, you might have picked up on the stark similarities between Kenji and Kairi. Their resemblance, from the long hair to their movesets, isn't just a happy accident. Drawing inspiration from the classic gaming era, Kenji was deliberately designed as a palette swap of Kairi. In the narrative of Super City, this resemblance is explained by their familial connection as first cousins.
An interesting tidbit about Kenji's name: it's a homage to the legendary 'Rurouni Kenshin'. In the series, Kenji is Kenshin's son. This was my little way of paying tribute to an anime that had a profound influence on me, well before the unfortunate controversies surrounding Nobuhiro Watsuki emerged.
For those with a keen eye for detail, you might have picked up on the stark similarities between Kenji and Kairi. Their resemblance, from the long hair to their movesets, isn't just a happy accident. Drawing inspiration from the classic gaming era, Kenji was deliberately designed as a palette swap of Kairi. In the narrative of Super City, this resemblance is explained by their familial connection as first cousins.
An interesting tidbit about Kenji's name: it's a homage to the legendary 'Rurouni Kenshin'. In the series, Kenji is Kenshin's son. This was my little way of paying tribute to an anime that had a profound influence on me, well before the unfortunate controversies surrounding Nobuhiro Watsuki emerged.
Diving into Kenji's Personality
At his core, Kenji is a ball of optimism. His light-hearted nature makes him a character that's easy to root for. He's always up for a laugh, spreading joy wherever he goes. And while his rivalry with Kairi is ever-present, it’s more of a playful competition, with the two constantly trying to one-up each other.
Thank you for joining me on this deep dive into Kenji's character. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes looks at your favorite Stupendous Man and Super City characters!
Thank you for joining me on this deep dive into Kenji's character. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes looks at your favorite Stupendous Man and Super City characters!
Keep being stupendous!
Joey Fredrickson
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