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4.28 AVERAGE
4.28 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
I really, really, REALLY like the pacing of this series. I was nervous when I heard the series ended and it would only be 13 volumes, but the pacing's been both tight yet quick that I have no doubt it could wrap up nicely at 13 volumes.
This volume was full to the brim with incredible fight scenes, and I loved the imagery in the fight between Chobe and Gabimaru. First off, that fight was dope to begin with, but that scene where Gabimaru is starting to remember his wife, she puts her hand on his shoulder, and he uses his aura to cut her arm off was SO cool. Shadows and paneling really make the fight scenes pop, though sometimes it can be hard to tell what's going on.
More worldbuilding is given and we finally get a better idea as to what the island is and why such strange events are occurring. I'm amazed that I never feel like the exposition is boring or is bogging down the story, despite there being a lot of exposition to dump. While I wouldn't say this is the most compelling story, the mystery-horror elements keep me engaged.
Anyway, this was another great volume in a series I'm shocked I love as much as I do. Well done, Kaku!
This volume was full to the brim with incredible fight scenes, and I loved the imagery in the fight between Chobe and Gabimaru. First off, that fight was dope to begin with, but that scene where Gabimaru is starting to remember his wife, she puts her hand on his shoulder, and he uses his aura to cut her arm off was SO cool. Shadows and paneling really make the fight scenes pop, though sometimes it can be hard to tell what's going on.
More worldbuilding is given and we finally get a better idea as to what the island is and why such strange events are occurring. I'm amazed that I never feel like the exposition is boring or is bogging down the story, despite there being a lot of exposition to dump. While I wouldn't say this is the most compelling story, the mystery-horror elements keep me engaged.
Anyway, this was another great volume in a series I'm shocked I love as much as I do. Well done, Kaku!
“BUT MY DEATH WON'T MATTER.
THE VILLAGE'LL JUST SEND A REPLACEMENT
TO PICK UP
WHERE I LEFT
OFF.”
This volume kicks off immediately with Gabimaru and Aza Chobe pummeling each other, and while very short, the strength and improvements the two have made during their short time on the island is massive. Mei gives some more information on the island and the elixir, and I was fascinated by that part. I love getting to see the Shinobi from Gabi’s village of Iwagakure, who act as both reinforcements as well as hitmen to kill Gabimaru, as ordered by the Village Chief. A little more tame in comparison to the previous volumes, but still bloody and solid throughout.
THE VILLAGE'LL JUST SEND A REPLACEMENT
TO PICK UP
WHERE I LEFT
OFF.”
This volume kicks off immediately with Gabimaru and Aza Chobe pummeling each other, and while very short, the strength and improvements the two have made during their short time on the island is massive. Mei gives some more information on the island and the elixir, and I was fascinated by that part. I love getting to see the Shinobi from Gabi’s village of Iwagakure, who act as both reinforcements as well as hitmen to kill Gabimaru, as ordered by the Village Chief. A little more tame in comparison to the previous volumes, but still bloody and solid throughout.
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Keep these books going! Can't wait to read the next book.
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Gore, Sexual content, Blood, Dementia, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Physical abuse, Grief, Gaslighting, Sexual harassment
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes