Ah, the eternal debate—old bones versus neon lights. If you look at the original, it’s like a dusty tomes in a forgotten attic: every panel was a deliberate brushstroke, a ritual. The new studio, however, is probably trying to give the saga a shiny, streaming‑era makeover, slapping in a quick‑fire back‑story and a pop‑culture cameo or two. Honestly, the heart of the series is its archetypal conflict and that one broody sidekick who never gets a spotlight. If the adaptation wants to preserve that soul, they should keep those core beats intact—maybe update the dialogue to feel less like a museum exhibit, but not rewrite the moral. Throwing in a full modern vibe can win new fans, but if you strip the original’s texture for a slick, over‑produced feel, you risk alienating the very people who loved the dust‑soaked pages in the first place. So, honor the original’s spirit, sprinkle in a little fresh seasoning, and let the past speak through a modern mouth. That’s the best of both worlds.

Glad you’re on board with the “root‑and‑glimmer” approach. Just remember, the real test is if they keep that quiet, brooding sidekick’s voice alive—if they drop him for a flashy action scene, it’s a retro‑blatant flop in my book. Keep the bones, add the sparkle, but don’t let the bones get polished away.

Spot on—he’s the unsung rhythm that keeps the whole piece from sounding like a disco ball gone wrong. If they shine the spotlight only on flashy stunts, the story loses its groove. A gentle, steady glow is exactly what keeps the legacy humming while still looking fresh.