This article contains spoilers for JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run.
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When it comes to each part inJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, oftentimes, the best characters in each part are the main antagonists, from Dio to Yoshikage Kira and beyond, the main antagonists of eachJoJo’spart are a healthy combination of amazing designs, unique personalities, and deadly powers. It isn’t very surprising that the biggest moment of each part is generally the confrontation between the main JoJo and their final villain.
Out of all thevillains inJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Funny Valentine has always been one of the best. Being equal parts charming, bizarre, and intimidating, Funny Valentine is a fan-favorite element ofJoJo’smost beloved part,Steel Ball Run. With the new Part 7 just being announced, many more Funny Valentine fans are sure to join the already large community.
Who Is Steel Ball Run’s Funny Valentine?
The Villainous 23rd President Of The United States
As a child,Steel Ball Run’sFunny Valentinewas born in America and was a descendant of British nobility. When he was little, his father was sent to war, where he was captured, brutally tortured, and killed, though he didn’t reveal any secrets about America. Later on, Valentine himself served during the Civil War where he was captured and tortured as well, giving him his iconic American flag-shaped scar on his back. Valentine then discovered the existence of the pieces of the Holy Corpse sometime after the war.
My heart and actions are utterly pure…! Everything I do is for justice! - Funny Valentine
After this, Valentine rose through the ranks and eventually became the 23rd President of the United States inJoJo’shighest rated part. Soon after discovering a map of where the various pieces of the Holy Corpse are located across the country, he orchestrated the Steel Ball Run from behind the scenes, in order to give him an opportunity to collect them in secret. By collecting these pieces, Valentine would be able to increase the power and influence of his beloved homeland, America. Although this motivation may seem far from evil at first, based on Valentine’s personality, this may be a dangerous outcome for the entire world.
What Is Funny Valentine Like?
An Intense Patriot With An Incredibly Powerful Stand
Funny Valentine’s personality is defined by the extreme level of patriotism that he feels for the country, which fans will see inSteel Ball Runsnew anime. His entire goal of receiving the Holy Corpse pieces is to make sure America is superior to every other country in the world. Additionally, Valentine is charismatic and dignified, though he hides a sinister cruelty behind his patriotic appearance. For Valentine, might and power are incredibly important since he believes those with the power to make the initial decisions are those who control the fate of the world.
Funny Valentine, being the main antagonist ofSteel Ball Run, has an extremely powerfulStand called Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap, or D4C for short. Simply put, D4C gives Valentine the ability to travel between alternate dimensions when pressed between two objects. This ability allows him to pull others into alternate realities or allows him to trade bodies with an alternate Valentine, letting him quickly heal from injuries. Eventually, the Stand receives an upgraded ability, D4C - Love Train, which allows him to hide in a small dimension between dimensions, and redirect all misfortune that comes his way.
What Side Does Funny Valentine Work For?
His Only Allegiance Is To The United States
Valentine’s allegiances throughoutthe entirety ofSteel Ball Runare simply to himself and his country. While Valentine wishes for America to be the best country in the world, he cares more for the idea of America than the actual people in it. Due to this, he is willing to sacrifice the citizens of the country for the overall good of America. However, almost everything Funny Valentine does, including the collection of the Corpse pieces, is for the betterment of the country.
In this world, to guarantee the safety of the people of my country. That is what it all comes down to! - Funny Valentine
In the end, there’s a reason why many fans believe Funny Valentine is one ofthe best-designedJoJo’svillains. His interesting and charming personality, paired with his ruthless power make for a great final boss to an amazing part. When the Steel Ball Run anime finally releases, Valentine is sure to be another fan favorite,JoJo’s Bizarre Adventurecharacter.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
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An adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s long-running shonen manga, David Production’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure follows the Joestar family through multiple generations as they develop their familiarity with Stands and take on world-ending threats.
