standbased

Standbased is a term used in online JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure fandom to describe content that centers on the concept of Stands as the primary source of power and narrative focus. A Stand is a supernatural manifestation that reflects its user’s life force and grants unique abilities, often with distinct personalities and limitations. In standbased works, the Stand and its interaction with the user take precedence over other aspects of the story, shaping plot, conflict, and character dynamics.

The term arises within fan communities and is applied to various media, including fan fiction, fan art, theories, role-playing games, and discussion threads. It functions both as a descriptive category and as a tagging cue to signal that Stand mechanics, design, and balance are central considerations. Because Stand abilities can vary widely in range, scope, and weakness, standbased content often emphasizes creative Stand design, strategic combat scenarios, and the ethical or psychological implications of possessing a Stand.

Typical standbased content explores how Stand dynamics influence relationships between characters, the growth or limits of Stand power, and the consequences of Stand use in different environments. It can range from character-driven duels to elaborate world-building where Stand interaction shapes social and political structures within a fictional setting.

See also: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Stands (fiction), fan fiction, fandom terminology.