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Neon Genesis Evangelion, Vol. 2 (2nd Edition): a flaming sword, which turned every way
Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
4.04 AVERAGE
51 reviews for:
Neon Genesis Evangelion, Vol. 2 (2nd Edition): a flaming sword, which turned every way
Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
4.04 AVERAGE
I loved this volume: it has more characterization in it. I was expecting to hate Shinji, just because people were saying he is too whiny , but hey, he is absolutely okay. He is lonely, he wants his father's attention, he wants to be loved.. That's why he seems careless and emotionless. He is just a depressed teenager playin hero. I feel him, I was like that for some part of my life. So, go Shinji! You can do it!
And we got more information about Rei, but there remain some questions too. Hope to get some answers in next volume!
And we got more information about Rei, but there remain some questions too. Hope to get some answers in next volume!
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I like this one more than the first one. I guess it's like the first couple episodes of a show. It is for setting characters and things up for the plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Bullying, Mental illness, Physical abuse
Minor: Confinement, Incest
Loved the anime growing up finally sitting down to read the Manga and its even better. A true classic of big monster robot fighting with the personal touch of character growth and real development.
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Abandonment, War
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail
challenging
dark
mysterious
Tears almost started appearing in the last scene, a very good volume, I enjoyed shinjis character development and their bond, I enjoy how expressive the characters are
3.25 stars
i am so glad to be returning to this series. i'm surprised it works so well in manga format considering how action heavy it is with the mecha fight scenes. in some ways though, it's actually more introspective. i was especially fascinated by Shinji's growing dissociation. as the story progresses and we're allowed his internal monologue, we get to witness his gradual detachment from reality and his personal desires, or lack thereof. leading him to function merely in his role as an eva pilot. furthermore, one odd difference i noticed between the anime and manga was Shinji's sensitivity to how others perceive him. in the anime, it's almost an internal conflict and a struggle for validation for him whereas in the manga, he's just shown to be indifferent and aloof. this was surprising as one of the reasons why Shinji is such a hated character in anime is his wimpy personality, but in truth, it was just an anime addition to emphasize his school-life struggles.
i am so glad to be returning to this series. i'm surprised it works so well in manga format considering how action heavy it is with the mecha fight scenes. in some ways though, it's actually more introspective. i was especially fascinated by Shinji's growing dissociation. as the story progresses and we're allowed his internal monologue, we get to witness his gradual detachment from reality and his personal desires, or lack thereof. leading him to function merely in his role as an eva pilot. furthermore, one odd difference i noticed between the anime and manga was Shinji's sensitivity to how others perceive him. in the anime, it's almost an internal conflict and a struggle for validation for him whereas in the manga, he's just shown to be indifferent and aloof. this was surprising as one of the reasons why Shinji is such a hated character in anime is his wimpy personality, but in truth, it was just an anime addition to emphasize his school-life struggles.
Shinji Ikari continues to adjust to piloting the Evangelion and his new living arrangements with Captain Katsuragi. Will the lack of approval from his father cause Ikari to run away from his responsibilities?
Yeah, I don't know if I'm in for the long haul on this. The Angels are a suitable foe and the Evangelion armor is pretty cool. I liked the battle quite a bit but Ikari is a little too mopey for my taste.
The art is still great. My favorite parts of this are the supporting cast. Captain Katsuragi is the most interesting character in the book and Ikari's new friends have potential. Pen-pen, the mutant penguin, kind of cuts into the seriousness of the situation.
I've got two more volumes of Neon Genesis Evangelion on the pile. I don't know that I'll continue the series after that unless Ikari has an attitude adjustment. Three out of five stars.
Yeah, I don't know if I'm in for the long haul on this. The Angels are a suitable foe and the Evangelion armor is pretty cool. I liked the battle quite a bit but Ikari is a little too mopey for my taste.
The art is still great. My favorite parts of this are the supporting cast. Captain Katsuragi is the most interesting character in the book and Ikari's new friends have potential. Pen-pen, the mutant penguin, kind of cuts into the seriousness of the situation.
I've got two more volumes of Neon Genesis Evangelion on the pile. I don't know that I'll continue the series after that unless Ikari has an attitude adjustment. Three out of five stars.