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herrkelm's review against another edition
5.0
Assuming you know the basis for this story set out in Vol. 1, here are my thoughts from this wonderful continuation.
One thing that stood out for me not just in Vol. 1, but even more so in 2, was how excellent the characterization is. Even side characters, like Miki, have personality to the point where you care about them and want to see how they develop into the story. I have really enjoyed how layered the story has been as well, combining past flashbacks to fill in current relationship dynamics and conflicts without at times revealing everything. You continue to want to press on and read more. And that, I think, is what all good writers strive for, to make you care about their story and maintain your interest. Mine definitely is.
One thing that stood out for me not just in Vol. 1, but even more so in 2, was how excellent the characterization is. Even side characters, like Miki, have personality to the point where you care about them and want to see how they develop into the story. I have really enjoyed how layered the story has been as well, combining past flashbacks to fill in current relationship dynamics and conflicts without at times revealing everything. You continue to want to press on and read more. And that, I think, is what all good writers strive for, to make you care about their story and maintain your interest. Mine definitely is.
matt4hire's review against another edition
4.0
Oh, man. Muuuuuch better than War Toys. Learning more about Serengheti was great; he's not just a thug anymore, he's got actual depth now, and there's a tie to other characters that make his hatred of the Elephantmen make more sense.
Plus, CHINA.
Plus, CHINA.
jsjammersmith's review against another edition
5.0
This series just continues to be amazing. Whether it's the art, the meditations on humanity, the side stories that seem like loose seems before becoming part of the larger narrative, and the sheer level of humanity in every single character in this book. Elephantmen kicks ass.
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