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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
Boring. Art is not really enticing. Storyline is simple and dressed up to cover obvious holes in plot and character development. A recluse main character who can chop everyone up and wants to die. Yawn.
Don't know why I'm all of a sudden all the manga I read has lots of suicidal ideation but don't read this if suicide is a trigger for u
"The world is no longer what it used to be...."
The story of this manga is insanely cool. It really set up everything neatly in this first volume in terms of explaining the downfall of the world, the Shojo and how humans have tried to deal with them and continue to deal with them. I can see this story growing in future volumes to tell some really big moments that would be cool to see.
I agree with others that the art style is definitely not something i've normally seen. I'm not sure if the proportions or angles are a stylistic choice to convey something or if its just how the artist normally works but some panels just felt a little off because of it. Overall though it doesnt take away from the cool story.
The story of this manga is insanely cool. It really set up everything neatly in this first volume in terms of explaining the downfall of the world, the Shojo and how humans have tried to deal with them and continue to deal with them. I can see this story growing in future volumes to tell some really big moments that would be cool to see.
I agree with others that the art style is definitely not something i've normally seen. I'm not sure if the proportions or angles are a stylistic choice to convey something or if its just how the artist normally works but some panels just felt a little off because of it. Overall though it doesnt take away from the cool story.
Well, I am not vibing a lot with the art very plain and simple. The Lore sounds interesting but it had so little that did not give us a ton of information. the characters are just 1 dimensional that they just have one set, the story it's interesting sometimes and others a bit boring not having the vibe to continue this manga.
3.5 stars for this one because the plot is super interesting and this volume sets up a lot of plot threads that I'm intrigued enough to want to give it a second volume chance, but it's that same setup that makes it feel like way too many things are left unexplained. I'm giving it the benefit of the doubt and hoping that all the threads tossed in on this first volume develop into a clearer picture soon because I really do see a lot of potential for a fantastic man-made disaster sci-fi here.
The art is very lackluster and plainly unattractive to me for most of the book. There are panels that are studies in minimalist perfection, but those few gems just make the rest of the art feel like the artist didn't have time to finalize the sketches.
Overall, I'm not crazy about it and won't be salivating at the thought of reading the next volume, but I'm willing to pick it up if I ever come across it.
Happy thanks to NetGalley, Kodansha, and Vertical Comics for the intriguing read!
The art is very lackluster and plainly unattractive to me for most of the book. There are panels that are studies in minimalist perfection, but those few gems just make the rest of the art feel like the artist didn't have time to finalize the sketches.
Overall, I'm not crazy about it and won't be salivating at the thought of reading the next volume, but I'm willing to pick it up if I ever come across it.
Happy thanks to NetGalley, Kodansha, and Vertical Comics for the intriguing read!
Definitely something different.
I’m intrigued, so ill buy the rest tomorrow
I’m intrigued, so ill buy the rest tomorrow
I received an eARC of this title through NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Trigger Warning: This book talks a lot about self harm and suicide.
I have conflicting feelings about this title.
For starters, I think the concept is really cool. It's a dystopian world where creatures who were infected by a virus have overrun the planet. It's the classic zombie idea. You get bitten, you get infected with no hope of cure. The main character is someone who is supposed to be the best at defeating these monsters because he has a mental health issue known as morbus si. He ends up being paired up with another person who's tasked with making sure he stays alive. I think it is interesting because it seems like the main character has never experienced anything outside of his job. So his new partner and their new recruit try and teach him the pluses of being alive.
I think where I did not like this is mostly the art style. It just was not for me. It is also very blunt about self harm and suicide which is not particularly something I enjoy when reading manga. I would be interested to see if this starts to change through out the series, but as for the first volume, it is a mediocre start for me. Not fantastic and super interesting but not boring and unreadable. If you can get passed the self harm and suicide talk, might be worth a read.
Trigger Warning: This book talks a lot about self harm and suicide.
I have conflicting feelings about this title.
For starters, I think the concept is really cool. It's a dystopian world where creatures who were infected by a virus have overrun the planet. It's the classic zombie idea. You get bitten, you get infected with no hope of cure. The main character is someone who is supposed to be the best at defeating these monsters because he has a mental health issue known as morbus si. He ends up being paired up with another person who's tasked with making sure he stays alive. I think it is interesting because it seems like the main character has never experienced anything outside of his job. So his new partner and their new recruit try and teach him the pluses of being alive.
I think where I did not like this is mostly the art style. It just was not for me. It is also very blunt about self harm and suicide which is not particularly something I enjoy when reading manga. I would be interested to see if this starts to change through out the series, but as for the first volume, it is a mediocre start for me. Not fantastic and super interesting but not boring and unreadable. If you can get passed the self harm and suicide talk, might be worth a read.
challenging
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don't know if I want to hug or slap this main character.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced