Summary
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Questintroduces severalnew Dragon Slayersto the series, offering a refreshing change to what has been seen so far. While the addition of a fifth generation of Dragon Slayers is exciting, the choice of focusing on these new slayers may have overshadowed opportunities to revisit some existing Dragon Slayers. While the second and third generations of Dragon Slayers had an arc or two to shine, compared to the first generation, they remain underused and have space to develop further.
In the originalFairy Tail, characters like Erik, also known as Cobra, andSabertooth’s Sting and Roguehad major introductions with rich backstories and interesting powers. The arcs of these characters hooked fans' attention and, despite appearances in the series after their respective storylines, they were all pushed to the sidelines. Instead of introducing a fifth generation of Dragon Slayers,100 Years Questcould have brought these characters back into the spotlight.
Fairy Tail Vs. Edens Zero: Is Natsu Stronger Than Shiki?
The concept of seeing Natsu versus Shiki is exciting, and it’s hard to tell who will come out on top based on their abilities and unique strengths.
Fairy Tail’s Sequel Should Have Brought Back the Other Dragon Slayers
Fairy Tail Left A Lot of Room to Grow These Characters
Erik, the Poison Dragon Slayer, was introduced in the Oración Seis arc of the original series as a second-generation Dragon Slayer. At first, he was a major antagonist, later to be redeemed, and appears in several arcs as a supporting character. However, given that he has a notable origin, his character remains largely unexplored. Along with Erza Scarlet and Jellal Fernandes, Erik was enslaved at the Tower of Heaven, securing him a place in a main character’s history. This, paired withhis Dragon Slayer magic, makes him an interesting character that could have easily been integrated deeper into the story.
Similarly, the current leaders of the Sabertooth guild, Sting Eucliffe and Rogue Cheney, appear in the series as third-generation Dragon Slayers with complex relationships with Natsu Dragneel and Gajeel Redfox. At one point, Rogue is revealed to be the sworn younger brother of Gajeel, butFairy Tailseems to blow over the fact instead of building upon it. Sting himself had also idolized Natsu since he was a child, but apart from rivalry, the dynamic is not further built on.
A Missed Opportunity for Character Development and Fan Connection
Existing Dragon Slayers Deserved More Screen Time
The introduction of a new generation of Dragon Slayers in100 Years Questmay have diverted focus away from existing Dragon Slayers and have the potential to one day overshadow them. Not revisiting Erik, Sting, and Rogue creates a missed opportunity to explore their evolving roles and relationships with the main cast. Their history with the protagonists gives each of them room to grow and develop further than having cameos that display their power.
By reintroducing these characters,the long-awaitedFairy Tailsequelcould strengthen its connection to the main series and build on a foundation with rich narratives. Fans who followed Erik, Sting, and Rogue from their introductions would have enjoyed seeing their continued journeys and development. Instead of a fifth generation of Dragon Slayers making an appearance inFairy Tail: 100 Years Quest, the series could have benefited from creating a stronger connection to its existing Dragon Slayers.
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest
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Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest is a continuation of the popular Fairy Tail anime series. Set shortly after the original series, it follows Natsu Dragneel and his team as they embark on the arduous 100 Years Quest, a mission that has remained uncompleted for over a century. The series features returning characters and introduces new ones, further exploring the expansive world of mages and magic.
