Unveiling the Epic Zombie Anime That Revolutionizes The Walking Dead's Art Style

While The Walking Dead is widely recognized as one of the most popular zombie comics and TV shows, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is skillfully subverting its iconic elements. Instead of embracing the traditional black and white color scheme that Image Comics' series is known for, as well as its serious tone, Zom 100 is taking a refreshing and innovative approach. Even the gory elements, like blood, are being infused with a captivating new twist.

Unlike typical zombies that are grotesque and lifeless monsters, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead introduces a unique perspective to the genre. In Robert Kirkman's The Walking Dead comic series, the artwork is predominantly black and white, with the exception of a deluxe edition that features the brilliant coloring work of comic artist and colorist Dave McCaig. However, the majority of fans have been captivated by the monochromatic palette. Movie adaptations within this subgenre of horror also tend to use muted colors and dim lighting to complement the usual apocalyptic backdrop. Contrary to this convention, Zom 100 boldly embraces a plethora of vivid neon colors, creating unexpected and intriguing visual experiences.

Zom 100 Makes Zombies More Colorful Than Ever Before

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is an anime adaptation of the manga of the same name by Haro Aso and Takata Koutarou. The manga, which started in 2018, is an ongoing series. The anime is directed by Kazuki Kawagoe and produced by ShoPro (Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions), known for their work on Doraemon, Pokémon: The First Movie, Hamtaro, Ranma 1/2!, and Inuyasha. The story revolves around Akira Tendo, an employee at a demanding company who finds himself excited rather than worried when a zombie apocalypse occurs. He creates a bucket list of things he wants to do before turning into a zombie.

The Zom 100 anime distinguishes itself by portraying its protagonist as happy in the midst of a zombie outbreak. It also changes the art style as soon as the zombies appear, maintaining this trend throughout the series with its volume covers and comedic nature. In flashbacks of Akira's work life, the colors are subdued and almost removed, creating a sense of hopelessness. However, when the zombie apocalypse begins, vibrant, neon colors are used to convey a sense of freedom and enthusiasm. The zombies' bodily fluids are depicted in various colors, adding to the unique visual effect.

Zom 100 Uses Colors To Convey Its Message

Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead stands out among current anime with its unique lack of somber colors. It offers a refreshing and comedic tone, breaking away from the usual seriousness found in similar series like Zombieland. The story playfully raises the question of whether the zombies or the people working for a company akin to Akira's are the true focus. Anime enthusiasts can catch the simulcast of Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead on Crunchyroll and discover how it compares to popular zombie tales like The Walking Dead, which are based on comic books.