This article features some strange incidents related to spontaneous human combustion, a phenomenon that inspired the anime “Fire Force”. This phenomenon refers to the sudden ignition of a person without any external source of fire. Some examples of actual cases of spontaneous human combustion are given, including one where only the feet were burned while the surrounding objects were intact. This phenomenon requires high temperatures, so normally the surrounding objects should also be affected, but the cause is unknown. The article explores both the fictional and real aspects of spontaneous human combustion, and raises questions about the mystery and possibility of controlling this phenomenon.
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The anime “Fire Force” and its depiction of spontaneous human combustion
“Fire Force” is a manga series by Atsushi Okubo that started serialization in Weekly Shonen Magazine in 2015 and is still ongoing. It has been adapted into an anime series that aired its first season in 2019 and its second season in 2020. The story follows the special fire brigade that fights against the threat of “Infernals”, monsters that are created by spontaneous human combustion. The protagonist, Shinra Kusakabe, is a third-generation pyrokinetic who can produce flames from his feet. He joins the Fire Force to find out the truth behind his family’s death in a fire 12 years ago, and to stop the mysterious cult that is behind the Infernals.
The anime depicts spontaneous human combustion as a supernatural phenomenon that is caused by a mysterious force called “Adolla”. Adolla is another dimension that is connected to this world, and it is the source of all flames and life. Some people who have a connection to Adolla can use flames as a power, and they are called “pyrokinetics”. There are three generations of pyrokinetics: first-generation who can only turn into Infernals, second-generation who can manipulate existing flames, and third-generation who can create flames from their own bodies. Among them, there are eight people who have a special flame called “Adolla Burst”, which is said to be the purest form of fire. They are called “pillars”, and they are the key to the plot of the story.
The anime also shows how the Fire Force deals with spontaneous human combustion using various methods and equipment. They use fire-resistant suits, axes, guns, hoses, and other tools to fight against the Infernals. They also use their pyrokinetic abilities to enhance their combat skills and mobility. They have different roles and ranks in the Fire Force, such as fire soldiers, fire officers, captains, lieutenants, engineers, scientists, etc. They also have different divisions that have different specialties and philosophies. For example, the 8th Special Fire Force Company, where Shinra belongs, is dedicated to finding out the truth behind spontaneous human combustion and stopping the cult.
Some real cases of spontaneous human combustion
While spontaneous human combustion is mainly a fictional theme in “Fire Force”, there have been some real cases reported throughout history. Here are some examples of alleged cases of spontaneous human combustion:
- In 1731, Countess Cornelia Zangari Bandi was found burned to ashes in her bedroom in Italy. Only her lower legs and three fingers were left intact. The bed and furniture were barely damaged by the fire.
- In 1951, Mary Reeser was found burned to death in her apartment in Florida. Only her left foot remained unburned. The rest of her body was reduced to ashes and grease. The temperature of the fire was estimated to be around 2500 degrees Celsius.
- In 1966, Dr. John Irving Bentley was found burned to death in his bathroom in Pennsylvania. Only his lower leg and slipper were left. The rest of his body was burned to ashes, and a hole was burned through the floor. The rest of the house was unaffected by the fire.
- In 1980, Henry Thomas was found burned to death in his living room in Wales. Only his skull and a portion of his legs were left. The rest of his body was incinerated, and the chair he was sitting on was partially burned. The rest of the room was untouched by the fire.
These cases have baffled scientists and investigators for decades. There are various theories and hypotheses to explain spontaneous human combustion, such as alcoholism, static electricity, methane gas, bacteria, etc. However, none of them have been proven conclusively. Some skeptics also doubt the validity of these cases, and suggest that they were caused by external sources of ignition, such as cigarettes, candles, or faulty wiring. However, the mystery of spontaneous human combustion remains unsolved.
The possibility of controlling spontaneous human combustion
In “Fire Force”, some characters can control spontaneous human combustion using their pyrokinetic abilities. For example, Shinra can use his Adolla Burst to ignite or extinguish flames at will. He can also use it to communicate with other pillars and enter Adolla. Another example is Leonard Burns, the captain of the 1st Special Fire Force Company, who can suppress spontaneous human combustion in others using his second-generation ability.
However, in reality, there is no evidence that spontaneous human combustion can be controlled or prevented by any means. There is also no scientific basis for the existence of pyrokinetic abilities or Adolla. Therefore, spontaneous human combustion remains a phenomenon that is beyond human understanding and intervention.
