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Clove and Kyro are the heirs to the two clans founded by the azure and red dragons. The two clans have been warring for years, until it was decided for the two heirs to get married to stop the war. Neither Kyro nor Clove have feelings for each other—it seems they can barely stand being in the same place together. However, both of them want to protect their people so they are willing to go through the wedding. But some people don't want peace and will do everything they can to stop them.
I started this series on Webtoon, and I was so excited when I found out it was finally coming out in print as well. I love the story and how the relationship between Clove and Kyro develops. I can't wait for the second volume.
Thank you NetGalley and Oni Press for a digital ARC of this volume.
I started this series on Webtoon, and I was so excited when I found out it was finally coming out in print as well. I love the story and how the relationship between Clove and Kyro develops. I can't wait for the second volume.
Thank you NetGalley and Oni Press for a digital ARC of this volume.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
3.75
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hot dragon shifter royalty who have to join bloodlines to stop spilling it.
Art style is gorgeous (everyone is model hot though- ridiculously good looking).
I wasn't a fan of the main FMC - Clove is a little timid for me.
The dragons and enemies to lovers premise is interesting.
I'm not really a fan of love triangles though. Was hoping the dragon prince would be the only one.
The narrative flow is a little choppy but thats often the case with graphic novels/manga.
I wish more had happened in the first installment.
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hot dragon shifter royalty who have to join bloodlines to stop spilling it.
Art style is gorgeous (everyone is model hot though- ridiculously good looking).
I wasn't a fan of the main FMC - Clove is a little timid for me.
The dragons and enemies to lovers premise is interesting.
I'm not really a fan of love triangles though. Was hoping the dragon prince would be the only one.
The narrative flow is a little choppy but thats often the case with graphic novels/manga.
I wish more had happened in the first installment.
fast-paced
if you want an anime romeo and juliet graphic novel that is easy to read, then this will be perfect for you. I found it a little too simple and not enough exposition for my taste.
thank you to the author, publisher and netgalley for gifting me with a free review copy. all opinions are my own honest views.
thank you to the author, publisher and netgalley for gifting me with a free review copy. all opinions are my own honest views.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I've been following this webcomic since the beginning on Webtoon Originals & it was so great to re-read the story in this format. If you enjoy enemies to lovers, Asian themed stories, dragon shifters, court politics & a slow burn romance- SubZero is for you! I also loved the character profiles the author added as bonus content. I'm very excited to get this hardcopy & pre-order Volume 2!
challenging
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
“Sub Zero” is a fantasy webtoon that is getting a traditional publication! It weaves together elements of romance, adventure, and court intrigue. The best part of the story are the Chinese style dragons. Clove, an ice mage, and Kyro, a fire mage are entering into an arranged marriage for the good of their kingdoms, and make a really good foundation of an Enemies-to-lovers trope.
The central conflict revolves around the pressure of the greater good. As Clove and Kyro navigate their feelings for each other, they must also grapple with their responsibilities as mages. The fate of their realm hangs in the balance, and sacrifices must be made. The tension between personal desires and duty adds depth to the narrative, making it more than just a typical romance.
However, there’s one aspect that occasionally disrupts the flow: the panel order. As someone familiar with both webtoons (up-and-down scroll) and Japanese manga (right-to-left reading), I found myself getting a bit lost with panel order, but you may be better at directions than me and have no issues at all.
In summary, “Sub Zero” offers a delightful blend of magic, romance, and moral dilemmas. If you’re a fan of beautifully illustrated webtoons with a touch of Asian-inspired fantasy, this one is worth exploring.
The central conflict revolves around the pressure of the greater good. As Clove and Kyro navigate their feelings for each other, they must also grapple with their responsibilities as mages. The fate of their realm hangs in the balance, and sacrifices must be made. The tension between personal desires and duty adds depth to the narrative, making it more than just a typical romance.
However, there’s one aspect that occasionally disrupts the flow: the panel order. As someone familiar with both webtoons (up-and-down scroll) and Japanese manga (right-to-left reading), I found myself getting a bit lost with panel order, but you may be better at directions than me and have no issues at all.
In summary, “Sub Zero” offers a delightful blend of magic, romance, and moral dilemmas. If you’re a fan of beautifully illustrated webtoons with a touch of Asian-inspired fantasy, this one is worth exploring.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is me trying to get into the Comic/Graphic Novels because as much as I am a word addict, I am also a visual person. I always jump on Pinterest to try and find the perfect fanart or description.
But at the end of the day, THIS IS A BOOK, and I have to review it as such. So, first, a thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Oni-Press for auto-approving me for their ARCs.
⚜Genre: High Fantasy
⚜Theme: Fantasy Romance
⚜Targeted audience: 15+
⚜Characters: Princess Clove, Prince Kyro, Kharis, Aaron, Dragons
⚜Representation: Non
⚜Pace: Fast
⚜TW: i did not see any
⚜ tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Love triangle, arranged marriage, hidden secrets,
⚜ POV: Multiple
⚜ spice 🌶
⚜ rating 🌟🌟🌟
⚜standalone: No, this is Vol1 (ep 0 - 25)
⚜Ending: unresolved
The first thing that drew me to this GN was the cover. It is absolutely stunning
The second thing was the author. Although I know nothing of her, but apparently she and her episodes were popular on Webtoon
The third thing are the dragons. Give me a fantasy with dragons and I am sold let alone a GN with sassy dragons.
Clove, the valiant heir of the Cerulean Dragon clan, embarks on a thrilling journey to end a centuries-old war through a daring alliance with Prince Kyro, the formidable heir of the Crimson Dragon clan. Their union, a beacon of hope for peace, is tested by hidden secrets and the looming shadows of those who seek to ignite the flames of war. Supposedly, a forbidden romance will blossom, promising a future where love and peace might just triumph over longstanding enmity.
The Graphics were absolutely stunning capturing every emotion and action. You know they are good when you start zooming in and out to see all the details.
Most of the characters were brilliantly presented with twists in their lives that would leave you laughing, swooning or sad for them. Kyro was everything the novel promised: a tormented prince burdened by his past and his current responsibility feeling annoyed when an arranged marriage was sprung on him.
I loved his sister Kharis, she was a surprise. She is if a cat and a dragon had a soul marriage and had her. too bad she wasn't the main lead
The story was not something we hadn't seen before. Two magical kingdoms at war, have to come together through marriage for the sake of their people, but secrets and treachery promise more chaos. Just note that this is not a Cultural Fantasy. Though inspired by Chinese folklore, the character descriptions and setting put this on a "whole new made-up world.
Where the story lost me was with:
Clover was annoying. She is the last heir of her Cerulean Dragon clan. However, she doesn't know how to fight, she is not eloquent, she does not defend herself from the verbal attack by Kyro or his court. She is timid. And I find that ridiculous. As a princess of a kingdom fighting war, shouldn't you be trained to do that? It is not like the culture of that time forbade it because Kharis did exactly that.
Add to that, she has long-lasting feelings for her bodyguard Aaron and she literally throws herself on him and tries to seduce him WHILE IN THE CASTLE OF HER SUPPOSEDLY FUTURE HUSBAND!! So, knowing she probably will end with Kyro, this was icky.
The story itself was confusing. You really need to pick your brain to understand what is/was going on, and how certain present and past events are affecting the plot. Add to that, for an 330-page intense graphic book, not a lot happens
overall, it was an enjoyable read.
But at the end of the day, THIS IS A BOOK, and I have to review it as such. So, first, a thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Oni-Press for auto-approving me for their ARCs.
⚜Genre: High Fantasy
⚜Theme: Fantasy Romance
⚜Targeted audience: 15+
⚜Characters: Princess Clove, Prince Kyro, Kharis, Aaron, Dragons
⚜Representation: Non
⚜Pace: Fast
⚜TW: i did not see any
⚜ tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Love triangle, arranged marriage, hidden secrets,
⚜ POV: Multiple
⚜ spice 🌶
⚜ rating 🌟🌟🌟
⚜standalone: No, this is Vol1 (ep 0 - 25)
⚜Ending: unresolved
The first thing that drew me to this GN was the cover. It is absolutely stunning
The second thing was the author. Although I know nothing of her, but apparently she and her episodes were popular on Webtoon
The third thing are the dragons. Give me a fantasy with dragons and I am sold let alone a GN with sassy dragons.
Clove, the valiant heir of the Cerulean Dragon clan, embarks on a thrilling journey to end a centuries-old war through a daring alliance with Prince Kyro, the formidable heir of the Crimson Dragon clan. Their union, a beacon of hope for peace, is tested by hidden secrets and the looming shadows of those who seek to ignite the flames of war. Supposedly, a forbidden romance will blossom, promising a future where love and peace might just triumph over longstanding enmity.
The Graphics were absolutely stunning capturing every emotion and action. You know they are good when you start zooming in and out to see all the details.
Most of the characters were brilliantly presented with twists in their lives that would leave you laughing, swooning or sad for them. Kyro was everything the novel promised: a tormented prince burdened by his past and his current responsibility feeling annoyed when an arranged marriage was sprung on him.
I loved his sister Kharis, she was a surprise. She is if a cat and a dragon had a soul marriage and had her. too bad she wasn't the main lead
The story was not something we hadn't seen before. Two magical kingdoms at war, have to come together through marriage for the sake of their people, but secrets and treachery promise more chaos. Just note that this is not a Cultural Fantasy. Though inspired by Chinese folklore, the character descriptions and setting put this on a "whole new made-up world.
Where the story lost me was with:
Clover was annoying. She is the last heir of her Cerulean Dragon clan. However, she doesn't know how to fight, she is not eloquent, she does not defend herself from the verbal attack by Kyro or his court. She is timid. And I find that ridiculous. As a princess of a kingdom fighting war, shouldn't you be trained to do that? It is not like the culture of that time forbade it because Kharis did exactly that.
Add to that, she has long-lasting feelings for her bodyguard Aaron and she literally throws herself on him and tries to seduce him WHILE IN THE CASTLE OF HER SUPPOSEDLY FUTURE HUSBAND!! So, knowing she probably will end with Kyro, this was icky.
The story itself was confusing. You really need to pick your brain to understand what is/was going on, and how certain present and past events are affecting the plot. Add to that, for an 330-page intense graphic book, not a lot happens
overall, it was an enjoyable read.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
My ARC request was approved today, and I was so excited I read it right away. Best decision of the week...I LOVED IT 😍
I knew nothing about this book, so I went in completely blind. But then I started reading it and found people shapeshifting into dragons, enemies to lovers, a forced marriage, a snarky MMC and a FMC who seems quiet and docile, but is actually very strong and can stand up for herself. This book basically had everything I love!
And the drawings are so vibrant. I hadn't read anything in a manga style for a long time and I missed it. Seeing this style again, brought me back to when I was a teenager, reading tens of volumes of mangas every week. And the colours! I can't wait to see them on a printed page.
And obviously this volume ended on a cliffhanger and all I want to read now is volume 2 (which I think doesn't exist yet?😭 I'll go look it up now!)
thank you #netgalley and @onipress for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced