“This is so confusing. Alexa, play The X-Files theme!” – This sentiment perfectly encapsulates the feeling of many JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure fans when trying to decipher the intricacies of rock human biology, especially as revealed in JoJolion. The concept of rock humans adds a fascinating, albeit perplexing, branch to the already complex Jjba Family Tree. In chapters 46 and 99 of JoJolion, mangaka Araki Hirohiko delves deeper into their unique biology, particularly their reproduction and growth, sparking debate and raising questions about consistency and potential retcons within the narrative. Let’s dissect these chapters and explore the evolving understanding of rock humans and their place within the sprawling JoJo universe.
Reproduction: A Biological Puzzle in the JJBA Family Tree
Chapter 46 of JoJolion initially presented a seemingly clear-cut statement regarding rock human reproduction: biological incompatibility with humans. However, chapter 99 introduced a twist, suggesting the possibility of human males reproducing with rock human females. This apparent contradiction has significant implications for understanding the potential blending of human and rock human lineages within the broader JJBA family tree.
JJL chapter 46: Love Love Deluxe – part 4
The initial assertion in chapter 46, as depicted in the image above, seemed definitive. Yet, the narrative evolves. Chapter 99, as shown below, nuances this by stating the possibility of human-rock human reproduction in one direction – human male to rock human female – while notably lacking examples of the reverse.
JJL chapter 99: Endless Calamity – part 5
This subtle shift from “cannot have children” to “it is possible for human males to inseminate and reproduce with rock-human women” is crucial. It opens up avenues for exploring hybrid lineages and raises intriguing questions about the origins of certain traits within the established JJBA family tree, particularly the Higashikata family and their mysterious “curse.”
Examples within JoJolion itself further complicate and enrich our understanding of rock human relationships. We see instances of rock humans dating carbon-based humans, such as Aishō and his past girlfriend.
Aishō and his ex-girlfriend in the past
Hato Higashikata’s relationship with the rock human Damo also illustrates this interspecies interaction.
Hato dated Damo, a male rock-human
Even Yasuho’s past relationship with Tooru, before discovering his rock human nature, highlights the potential for close, albeit ultimately unsustainable, relationships between humans and rock humans.
Yasuho also dated Tooru in the past
The ambiguity surrounding rock human reproduction, particularly the lack of definitive statements about rock human males and human females, leaves room for speculation. Araki’s choice of words, stating “no examples of the opposite” rather than “impossible,” suggests a deliberate ambiguity. Could this hint at undiscovered crossbreeding scenarios that might explain the Higashikata family’s hereditary rock disease, a peculiar anomaly within the established JJBA family tree?
Growth: Stages and Mysteries in Rock Human Development
The growth process of rock humans also undergoes a significant revision between chapter 46 and chapter 99, adding another layer of complexity to their biology and how they fit into the narrative. Chapter 46 described a gradual growth process during sleep in their rock form, indicating a lifespan significantly longer than humans.
JJL chapter 46: Love Love Deluxe – part 4
However, chapter 99 introduces a drastically different growth pattern, revealing a staged development beginning with an incredibly small newborn, comparable in size to an insect. These newborns then develop within wasp nests for approximately 17 years before emerging into society, physically resembling human teenagers.
This stark contrast raises questions about the nature of rock human growth. Is chapter 99 describing a specific type of rock human growth, perhaps related to crossbreeds, while chapter 46 depicted a more general process? The timing of these revelations, particularly chapter 99’s detailed explanation preceding the focus on Tooru, is noteworthy. Could this revised growth process be specific to Tooru’s lineage, hinting at a potential crossbreed origin that sets him apart within the rock human “family tree”?
Rock-humans come out the first time after 17 years
The narrative in chapter 99 further mentions that not all rock babies are raised in wasp nests, suggesting alternative developmental paths. This opens up possibilities for diverse growth patterns within rock human society and further complicates the understanding of their life cycle and potential variations within their “family tree.” Could the growth described in chapter 46 be a different developmental path for rock humans not raised in wasp nests?
The Crossbreed Mystery and the JJBA Family Tree
Chapter 99’s hints about crossbreeding, coupled with the revised growth process, strongly suggest that these elements are crucial for unraveling deeper mysteries within JoJolion. The potential for human-rock human hybrids could be the key to understanding the Higashikata family’s “curse” and Tooru’s unique nature. Are rock-women’s pregnancies and offspring different when bearing a full rock-child versus a crossbreed?
Rock-woman gives birth
The lack of definitive answers surrounding these questions fuels speculation and keeps fans engaged in piecing together the intricate puzzle of JoJolion’s narrative. The evolving biology of rock humans and the hints at crossbreeding are not just biological curiosities; they are integral pieces in understanding the complex “jjba family tree” and the overarching mysteries of JoJolion, particularly the origins of the Higashikata family’s affliction and the true nature of Tooru’s threat. The ambiguity might be intentional, carefully crafted by Araki to weave a richer, more unpredictable narrative within the JoJo universe.
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