A review by bimbum
Akira, Vol. 1 by Katsuhiro Otomo

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

The first volume in the Akira collection is a phenomenal start to a heart pounding series. The story is tense, and the mystery of Akira even more so. Not to mention the rowdy characters surrounded in a dark, dangerous post WW3 world that add to the overall chaotic, thrilling ride. It immediately lets you know why Akira is held as one of the greatest animated stories of all time and a genre defying piece for not only animation, but entertainment as a whole.