Why The Digimon Reboot Made JOE The Leader (NOT Matt or Tai) | Digimon Adventure: 2020

Joe is the latest in a legacy of unsuspecting anime glasses boys to take on the role of leader in their groups. But what does this mean for Taichi? Is Joe our main character now? Not exactly.

Digimon Adventure: 2020 Episode 39 saw Joe named the team leader directly by Hikari and Tailmon, with the rest of the team gladly accepting Joe as the boss.

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[xinryokux]

All this Joe hate you don't have to be the strongest to be the leader. Having a calm and cautious mind able to judge situations and apply a strategy and be "Reliable".

[mcplays_]

I actually really like the idea of joe being the “leader” of the group because it gives him a more important role in the story. He is the oldest like they said and in the new series he’s been much more brave so I think he deserves it for at least the time being.

[sonicplays]

Joe taking the role of a leader will complement the team's frontline since Courage is what pushes forward and Friendship connect people, but in order to balance those two a good amount of responsibility is needed from someone with an objective view.

[DudeHunder]

Traits of the leader:
1. Tall
2. Black (kinda) hair.
3. Glasses.

[magicalpasta]

Tbh Joe is the most underrated character in the og digimon seasons, imo this is good that he is getting some respect

[undead]

Joe isn't cowardly!



he just have too many exams to deal with. :P

[benjaminacuna]

Joe is reliable and mature. He deserves it. You can lead and not be the main character

[nayoti]

I mean his crest is Reliable, the most important leadership is being reliable, being a leader you need to be reliable not selfish and egoistic 🤷🏽‍♀️

[delsongreene]

I think it’s really interesting that Joe is being named a leader. it really helps show some true sense of responsibility in the leader and Joe has had more chances to show that. Joe definitely is not a main character but it helps emphasize that just main characters don’t have to be leaders. I think it’ll be interesting I see how they show character development though because Matt and Tai had a lot of character development because of their roles on the team in the old show

[alperenayman]

First of all Joe has been called leader in the very early episodes because he is the oldest one this was very clear (Tai said this). But you are forgetting one thing Tai wasn't the leader until the mid of the First series as well, they declared him their true leader later so same will probably happen here.... also if you paid attention Tai is the one who is leading the team in every episode Joe also follows him... in this character specific episode Joe took some steps that is all... and "Not Matt or Tai?" ... Well Matt isn't the leader... he is more like sub-leader ... in the TRI He knew Tai's coming back and he tried to fill his place temporarily...

[volcanicrose]

Just because Joe is the leader of the Digidestins, doesn't mean that the others cannot be leaders in their own way. A true leader doesn't have followers; they have leaders ready to step in when the situation calls for it.

Think about the original Rescue Heroes (I grew up in the 90's). That show has a team leader, Billy Blazes, and a team who lead many different missions when the situation called for it. The biggest character development in that show was the rookie, Rocky Canyon, who may have been the secret main character in that show. He went from learning the ropes of how to be a rescue hero, to trying to be a leader and failing, to be a leader of a team and being successful with leading.

That show had showed that anyone can be a leader. It depends on the circumstances of the mission, and experience with handling the situation.

Now, just because Joe is the leader of the group doesn't mean that the others cannot be leaders. It depends on the goals and the circumstances of the situation that will show who the leader of the situation is. I believe that Mimi had already shown some of her leadership skills.

(I haven't seen the reboot of Digimon, yet. But I always wanted to see the others as leaders, not just Tai. Also, my favorite episode of Rescue Heroes has to be when we find out that Billy and Rocky have a lot in common. Why can't more shows showcase leadership like 90's Rescue Heroes?)

[bluelanternguardianangel]

I think Joe is learning how to be a leader much like how the other digidestined are learning about their crests. Here let me explain:

Izzy is learning that it's not the tablet he uses that holds all the *knowledge*, he is

Mimi is learning how to be *sincere* and become worthy of the grandfather's company

Tk is learning to never give up and to believe in *hope*

Hikari is embracing the *light*

Matt is learning how to stop being a lone wolf (lol) and open his heart to others and make *friends*

is just *courageous* tai lol

actually we haven't seen much yet, I'll *love* if maybe they'll elaborate on an episode soon

And finally joe declares himself leader by simply being the oldest but that's not what a leader is. A true leader is someone that many people find *reliable* and helpful.

All of the digidestined are learning what their Crests are without actually knowing about them at all. So yeah while tai and matt are the ones who charge in head first, joe is the one to come up with strategies and comes prepared. I think he'll make a fine leader when he gets older as well

[Solqueen]

Tai's Courage maybe good on a battlefield but Courage alone can't lead nor strong arming every battle
He's a solider

Matt is a loner and never lead yet

In the OG anime Good old reliable Joe knew since day one they needed food, shelter and kept that medic kit on point. Never once his personal problems caused riffs in the team while in the digital world till they got back home and due to a 3rd party not due to his own doubts.

He was the only one that showed fear and questioned anything good their way unlike the others that kept thinking they were safe finding a hotel or "friendly" digimon and suddenly it's Devimon trying to kill them in their underwear or a Giant ass bird is chasing them naked or in towels.

2020 showed If anything Joe is the tactician that makes sure plans are put through and in battles and I hope he gets more spot light cus now we can see the team doesn't have to kill every mon here

[EduardoCeballos]

I think that this is more like formal and informal leader. The formal being Joe and the informal being Tai. Which is a very accurate portrayal of leadership roles

[SunshineRey]

I know Joe definitely earned the title of leader, but with how his personality is in the reboot, (as in him not being all about studying but instead trying to keep his s**t together and act brave among his peers) it's hard to say if everyone in the group will accept him as the leader with how much Taichi and Yamato give order and how much of a support role he plays. Seeing how much they've improved on his character though, makes me think he'll ease into this position pretty soon.

[DisturbedBroski]

I definitely don't think he's the leader. They only did this because it was a chill episode that doesn't really effect the plot. I guarantee after this episode no one will call him that.

[BasedDIGIMON]

I think because Joe never really progress at all before, like in Tri he was still having an existential crisis about fighting like he always did in 01. Whereas it looks like they really want to portray Joe as the adult figure now, whilst still having his own problems to work out.

[CPTAlgonquin]

Great video! I think the comparison to Son Gohan is really apt (not just because they're both smart with glasses) Up until last weekend's episode it felt like Joe was just there for comic relief which was is a shame because Joe is a great character. To your point this felt finally giving him his due. Joe is my leader

[metalgreymonster]

It really depends on the situation of the crest that's decides who's the leader is. When Joe realizes that it was his friend in trouble he took the responsibility.
So when team needs courage Tachi is going leader for that moment

[ramoncastro]

I'm surprised. I still see tai as the leader