Recently, a poster for the transportation
network in Taiwan has caught the attention of anime fans, especially those who
follow the “ Sousou no Frieren ” franchise. The poster,
which seeks to invite people to use the elevator, features what appears to be a
chibi version of Frieren, the series’ protagonist, which has sparked a wave of
comments and memes on forums in Japan. Users have pointed out the
uncanny resemblance between the poster’s illustration and the renowned immortal
elf, sparking both laughter and fan theories.
The poster is a public utility signage in Taiwan,
designed with an appealing visual style that includes elements from
anime. The characters represent different groups of people: an elderly
person, a woman with a baby, a person in a wheelchair, a pregnant woman, and a
man with large luggage. They are all grouped together next to a
depiction of an elevator, pointing out the convenience of using it:
- Please take the elevator instead. For your safety, elderly people, disabled people or people with baby strollers, pregnant women and passengers carrying bulky luggage should use the elevator at exits 4, 5 and 6.
In the viral comments, some users have expressed
surprise at this unofficial “collaboration.” “ Is Frieren taking
care of a baby? ” commented one user, while another pointed out
that the baby in the poster could very well be a chibi version of Fern, another
of the franchise’s protagonists: “ The baby is clearly Fern, look at
her hair! ” Additionally, some joked about Frieren’s possible age:
“ I guess she’s already entered the grandmother category .”
“Sousou no Frieren” has been one of the most
successful franchises in the anime world in recent years. Based on the
manga written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe, the story
follows Frieren, an elf who has lived for centuries and who, after the death of
her fellow adventurers, embarks on a journey to better understand human life
and the emotional legacy they left behind. The anime, which premiered
recently, has been a success both nationally and internationally, standing out
for its deep narrative and the quality of its animation.
As for the poster in Taiwan, reactions have been
mixed. Some humorous comments highlight the perception of Frieren as a
“grandma,” while others point out the creative play of the illustrators behind
the poster design. “ The illustrator is having too much fun ”
and “ Is this grandma’s place? ” others commented.
Despite the jokes, many fans are excited about
Frieren's potential international recognition, which could further increase the
franchise's popularity and continued success.
Source: Yaraon!
