"JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run," the latest anime in the "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" series, dropped on Netflix on March 19th. Even with just one episode out, its stellar production has already earned massive praise from fans, building serious hype for what's next.
Now, an American YouTuber named Trey has taken fandom to a whole new level: he actually *drove* the manga's iconic cross-America race route in real life! Starting from the West Coast and pushing all the way to the finish line in New York, he completed the entire epic journey. His video chronicles the entire process, showcasing breathtaking American landscapes that look straight out of an anime. Netizens are absolutely floored by his dedication.
Trey, who runs the YouTube channel "TREY the Explainer," boasts over 1.11 million subscribers. His content primarily focuses on paleontology, archaeology, and biology, often diving into the scientific accuracy of films like "Jurassic Park" or "Star Wars."
Many asked him, "Shouldn't you be riding a horse?" But here's the reality: while people *have* ridden horses across America, even with two horses, it would take about 100 days to cover just half the distance. Plus, the original manga actually allows for mechanical transport and has pretty loose rules, so he ultimately opted for a car to complete his journey.
He tried to stick to the original rules as much as possible: the "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run" race is divided into 9 Stages, each with its own time, which are then tallied for the final score.
However, many locations in the manga are fictional or vaguely defined in real life. So, Trey could only pinpoint three clear finish lines, using city limits or landmarks for the rest. As for rest periods between Stages, the manga wasn't clear, so he made it even more hardcore: "the moment one segment ends, the next one starts timing immediately."
The entire route largely followed the original: kicking off from San Diego on the West Coast, passing through Monument Valley, Kansas City, Chicago, Philadelphia, and finally arriving in New York on the East Coast.
This epic cross-country trip wasn't just about the ridiculously grand scenery; it was also packed with his explanations of local geography, history, and the manga's lore. He marveled that without "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run," he likely would never have had the chance or motivation to attempt such a feat. Despite the exhausting and intense journey, the landscapes and local cultures he encountered gave him a deeper understanding of America – a truly invaluable experience.
The entire trip took approximately 25 days, covering a total of 4,825 miles.
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All in all, this video isn't just a blast for "JoJo" fans; it's also a must-watch for anyone who loves road trips, extreme challenges, or content that brings fictional works to life. Crossing America in 25 days? Seriously, that's just one word: hardcore.