How Takopi's Original Sin outpaced Solo Leveling in just three episodes
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Move over, Solo Leveling. A new dark horse is stealing the spotlight—Takopi's Original Sin instantly shattered records, surpassing even the former anime-of-the-year champ. With jaw-dropping IMDb ratings, an emotional punch we didn't see coming, and performance metrics that even One Piece couldn't match, this ONA is proving itself as 2025's most shocking breakout hit.
This could be a historical move for indie manga adaptations into the world of anime.
Takopi's Original Sin
's record‑breaking debut
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Episode 1 of Takopi's Original Sin launched with an impressive 9.6 IMDb score, and the score has since climbed to 9.8—overtaking Solo Leveling's peak of 9.7. That's not a slow build; that's record-crushing in two episodes. This ONA isn't just a poor man's webtoon—it's a crafted emotional experience, tackling bullying, trauma, and grief in a pastel-toned package.
It's exactly the kind of content that cuts deep, sticks in the algorithm, and makes the internet buzz non-stop.
Why Takopi's Original Sin hit harder than Solo Leveling
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Emotional resonance over spectacle
Solo Leveling is praised for its epic fights, but Takopi is winning hearts with gut-wrenching storytelling. Its exploration of suicide, neglect, and existential despair has struck a chord that pure action just doesn't reach .
Perfect underdog launch
No mega-marketing push. No million-dollar studios. Just an indie-feel ONA doing something raw and unexpected—and the internet ate it up.
When emotional storytelling meets algorithmic surprise, you get explosive early ratings .
Algorithmic magnet
With a 9.8 IMDb score, Takopi instantly beats out One Piece, Solo Leveling, and Demon Slayer. That's going to trigger recommendation engines worldwide—and draw nonstop traffic.
What this means for anime in 2025
Quality > hype:
Takopi's Original Sin is reminding us that tight storytelling and emotional authenticity can outshine action-packed adaptations.
Shift in viewer trends:
Audiences crave realism, softness, and silent emotional beats—not just flashy fight scenes.
Soon-to-come record setters:
With this momentum, expect other 2025 shows to chase a similar arc—depth over dazzle.
What anime fans should do now
Binge both:
If you loved Solo Leveling, dip into Takopi's Original Sin for some real feels.
Join the discussion:
Join the discussion on anime forums—people are calling it 'the most tragic anime of 2025.'
Keep an eye on viewership charts:
Over the next few weeks—IMDB ratings and user reviews will climb even more.
Final verdict
In just three episodes, Takopi's Original Sin turned a quiet ONA into one of the top-rated anime of 2025. It didn't just take the emotional crown from Solo Leveling—it sent a message: storytelling with heart and courage is still king. Expect more industry buzz, watch what happens next and please, keep the tissues close. Takopi's Original Sin next episode (episode-4) airing on Saturday, 19th July 2025 at 8:30 pm IST — and every Saturday after that.
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