Isagi is the GOAT
THE GOAT
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Medalist manga continues to impress.
Sakamoto Days - Chapter 201: Shin ending up shooting his father wasn't too surprising. But him protecting Shin ultimately showed he cared for Shin despite how he acted. I am curious how Shin carries this aspect in the present day.
Ichi the Witch - Chapter 22:
First things first it does seem that the guilt Desscaras has for taking Ichi away from his home is true. His whole life changed.
Like much mentor student relationships she seeks to protect Ichi. Clearly seeing her little brother in him, but more how unfair it is for him to die due to some stupid prophecy. To add on top he doesn't seem to value his value too much.
She does make the point of dump her silly problems on him, but in essence protects him from the world dropping its problems on him. And decide his fate for him.
Curious when it will kick in for Ichi. That moment where fear will cause him to pull back when he normally would push forward.
Great chapter in characterization for Desscaras. Kind of the point the adults need to act like adults.
The Elusive Samurai - Chapter 191: From the earliest part of the series it is surprising to think that the brotherly bond between Tadayoshi and Takauji is torn. Because of the power struggle for Takauji existed, Moronao and those from the military sought to tore them apart. Using Takauji's biological son as the root of it. Tadayoshi truly is Tadafuyu's true father.
For the most part of this story, Tokiyuki's beliefs always coincided with fleeing to live. This plays around the part of marriage should be about who you love rather than a political decision. Of course, this relies on the military being able to hold its own. I do love that we see that for Tokiyuki he only wanted to marry for who he loves as well. As his love is with the 3 girls.
Akane-banshi - Chapter 146: As we see the crowd yawning more and more, it feels like Issho idea of Akane going to France is how to use more than just words for her Rakugo play. After all, a yawn can be contagious. She had to use Rakugo to communicate with a foreign country, which isn't easy for someone at first.
Centuria - Chapter 42: We see that Julian had anticipated the attack on Diana and the others. Makes me wonder if Lucas is a double agent?
The author really knows how to keep the tension going when writing and drawing Inori's performance. Much like with Riina we get an anticipation that Inori put her best jumps first. Then we get Koichi mentioning Inori is landing her stuff much more consistently then the other girls. Rather than playing the odds or putting a big risk to get extra points, Tsukasa is basically having Inori really master her skills. Intriguing to use a strategy that older skaters use. Though the comment that Tsukasa's ice skating prowess has had an effect, it's cool. Though finishing strong with a double axel + euler + triple sachow. The insane part is how Tsukasa put Inori in a position to make that an almost sure thing.
More and more, we see the influence Tsukasa has on Inori and how he might be the perfect coach for her. The effort Tsukasa is putting for Inori goes without saying. Though their victory to think how far Inori has come from where moments like this seemed nothing but a dream for her. Just to think that she would cry from her dreams since she never thought they would come true is depressing to hear.
Though the switch to Tsukasa was good because after what Inori did, the other coaches should be impressed. Though the more alarming thing is that the other coaches thought that Shinichiro coaches Hikaru and didn't know Jun is the one that coaches her. The moment when Shinichiro realized that Tsukasa knows Jun coaches Hikaru it makes you think, why is he hiding the fact? To protect both Hikaru and Jun? Where did Hikaru come from? Why does Jun need to be protected from the media?
Curious for Shinichiro to want Tsukasa to see Jun skate on the ice. Though Jun's curiosity grows on Tsukasa and he has highlighted a skill Tsukasa progress. He can examine the little things and these small things steady improve his skating until he can do a backflip like Jun. Though why does he push Tsukasa back to ice skating? Could it be possible that Jun can't go back and Tsukasa clearly can? Still, the most interesting thing is when he declared like him, Hikaru would win Gold in every event she participates in. Which is an insane goal to have. Still happy that Tsukasa doesn't lose heart here.
It's a bit depressing for Rioh there was a lack of tension in his event compared to the girls. A top 3 where only 2 competed. Obviously, pride to the best score is there, but you want competition in any sport. Though here we get our first impression of Iruka who displayed a fantastic performance. Really showing what strong core strength can help you ascent the moves you can perform. Though the one thing even more clear is her attitude. Though why is she so cruel to Inori specially? There is the comment of Inori's sister having to quit and Iruka didn't want to hear what Inori had to say. Though much like how Inori defended Tsukasa from Rioh when he changed coaches. We see Inori defending her sister. Though the only weird thing is Iruka picking on an elementary school student. Although they will be competing against each other next year so it is best to make an impression with her.
A fascinating part in the story here is that Inori did win a gold medal. However, how she did it put her in an awkward position here. Unlike the rest of the girls, she can't land a Triple Lutzes. Kind of shows that perfect Inori's sure moves could come back to haunt her. Though Tsukasa should know this, so what could he be planning here?
More and more, we see the influence Tsukasa has on Inori and how he might be the perfect coach for her. The effort Tsukasa is putting for Inori goes without saying. Though their victory to think how far Inori has come from where moments like this seemed nothing but a dream for her. Just to think that she would cry from her dreams since she never thought they would come true is depressing to hear.
Though the switch to Tsukasa was good because after what Inori did, the other coaches should be impressed. Though the more alarming thing is that the other coaches thought that Shinichiro coaches Hikaru and didn't know Jun is the one that coaches her. The moment when Shinichiro realized that Tsukasa knows Jun coaches Hikaru it makes you think, why is he hiding the fact? To protect both Hikaru and Jun? Where did Hikaru come from? Why does Jun need to be protected from the media?
Curious for Shinichiro to want Tsukasa to see Jun skate on the ice. Though Jun's curiosity grows on Tsukasa and he has highlighted a skill Tsukasa progress. He can examine the little things and these small things steady improve his skating until he can do a backflip like Jun. Though why does he push Tsukasa back to ice skating? Could it be possible that Jun can't go back and Tsukasa clearly can? Still, the most interesting thing is when he declared like him, Hikaru would win Gold in every event she participates in. Which is an insane goal to have. Still happy that Tsukasa doesn't lose heart here.
It's a bit depressing for Rioh there was a lack of tension in his event compared to the girls. A top 3 where only 2 competed. Obviously, pride to the best score is there, but you want competition in any sport. Though here we get our first impression of Iruka who displayed a fantastic performance. Really showing what strong core strength can help you ascent the moves you can perform. Though the one thing even more clear is her attitude. Though why is she so cruel to Inori specially? There is the comment of Inori's sister having to quit and Iruka didn't want to hear what Inori had to say. Though much like how Inori defended Tsukasa from Rioh when he changed coaches. We see Inori defending her sister. Though the only weird thing is Iruka picking on an elementary school student. Although they will be competing against each other next year so it is best to make an impression with her.
A fascinating part in the story here is that Inori did win a gold medal. However, how she did it put her in an awkward position here. Unlike the rest of the girls, she can't land a Triple Lutzes. Kind of shows that perfect Inori's sure moves could come back to haunt her. Though Tsukasa should know this, so what could he be planning here?
Sakamoto Days - Chapter 201: Shin ending up shooting his father wasn't too surprising. But him protecting Shin ultimately showed he cared for Shin despite how he acted. I am curious how Shin carries this aspect in the present day.
Ichi the Witch - Chapter 22:
First things first it does seem that the guilt Desscaras has for taking Ichi away from his home is true. His whole life changed.
Like much mentor student relationships she seeks to protect Ichi. Clearly seeing her little brother in him, but more how unfair it is for him to die due to some stupid prophecy. To add on top he doesn't seem to value his value too much.
She does make the point of dump her silly problems on him, but in essence protects him from the world dropping its problems on him. And decide his fate for him.
Curious when it will kick in for Ichi. That moment where fear will cause him to pull back when he normally would push forward.
Great chapter in characterization for Desscaras. Kind of the point the adults need to act like adults.
The Elusive Samurai - Chapter 191: From the earliest part of the series it is surprising to think that the brotherly bond between Tadayoshi and Takauji is torn. Because of the power struggle for Takauji existed, Moronao and those from the military sought to tore them apart. Using Takauji's biological son as the root of it. Tadayoshi truly is Tadafuyu's true father.
For the most part of this story, Tokiyuki's beliefs always coincided with fleeing to live. This plays around the part of marriage should be about who you love rather than a political decision. Of course, this relies on the military being able to hold its own. I do love that we see that for Tokiyuki he only wanted to marry for who he loves as well. As his love is with the 3 girls.
Akane-banshi - Chapter 146: As we see the crowd yawning more and more, it feels like Issho idea of Akane going to France is how to use more than just words for her Rakugo play. After all, a yawn can be contagious. She had to use Rakugo to communicate with a foreign country, which isn't easy for someone at first.
Centuria - Chapter 42: We see that Julian had anticipated the attack on Diana and the others. Makes me wonder if Lucas is a double agent?
Anybody any news on plum blossom swordsman or I think it was called reapers Moon or might something like that?
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Plum Blossom Swordsman might be Return of the Mount Hua Sect.
Season 2 ended December, and I see heads saying the break between seasons was 8 months last time. I hope the break isn't so long...Season 2 was great, and the story has only gotten better with each arc.
The other title might be Reaper of the Drifting Moon...I haven't read it, but I have it on my shortlist for future reads.
Yeah shyt was fire... Stopped outta no where...
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Came in here to say this
those puzzle pieces fell away and a prime 
was underneath Demon Lord Yoichi
this series is ridiculous
the apologies about to be crazyCame in here to say this
Demon Lord Yoichi
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Ngl this shyt done made me more selfish when I'm playing pickupthe apologies about to be crazy
I'm even thinking about stealing the ball from my own teammates to get them open buckets no one expects
don't think I've ever seen that in basketball, Ego creating new concepts that will actually work
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The Marshall King is just 4 chapters in, but holy fukk this art is just 
First time reading a series drawn by Boichi.
First time reading a series drawn by Boichi.
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Well, of course it wasn't going to be that easy for Nene, but it feels like this was a part of Akane's plan. As he should be aware of this Cat Robot helping the Clock Keepers. Though given that he wasn't around last time and Tsukasa was the factor that needed to be changed. Could it be possible that this cat is Tsukasa? Which could also be why the Red House is much more dangerous this time around. At the very least, it looks like the inner part of the Clock Keeper's boundary will provide some clues. Will Nene be able to take of Mirai as she is Kako's Yorishiro.
I do like how Tanpopo realized that there is a reason why Misa is terrified. Their best chance to save her and she was attack. Still, she endured it and pulled through to save the kid. Really showing her grit.
Like the old saying goes, fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. What Peony considers two miracles? At this point, you can feel her trusting in Tanpopo's ideals and considering that Shade is good. Of course, Shade's number 1 priority will always be Tanpopo so no surprised he was still around while she was resting. Though who is the acquaintance that Shade encounters.
Like the old saying goes, fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. What Peony considers two miracles? At this point, you can feel her trusting in Tanpopo's ideals and considering that Shade is good. Of course, Shade's number 1 priority will always be Tanpopo so no surprised he was still around while she was resting. Though who is the acquaintance that Shade encounters.
A common theme in a lot of horror series is that you have one character that attracts supernatural stuff. In this series that is Makoto. Though the two guys haven't really been putting thought into it. As we got Yuki, who seems to be the one to put things into action. With Takehiro's experience and Makoto's tendency to attract these bugs, they make a solid trio. But man, I do like how Yuki takes action. Taking notes in an area where only exists because of hacks is smart. But she already took action and that really caught the guys off guard.
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Gokuraku the Brutalizer is interesting. Another male character, but unlike Ichi he can't acquire Majiks. The worst thing Ichi does is acquire the very Majik that he was trying to get. Well, Ichi about to be busy for a minute.
Akane-banashi - Chapter 147: Fantastic chapter. The point of Akane going to France was for her to rework her fundamentals. This is close to how in a live performance if one were to ad-lib. Akane does that a lot. It is what made her Rakugo special. However, what if you take that. away and you need to be strict to what is seen as typical Rakugo. This is what Issho wanted her to work on in France because if she can excel there, she can take her game to another level back in Japan.
This chapter did a good job highlighting one weakness in Noboru's potential. That being he can be too fixated on the ball. Here gets caught staring at the ball, which is how Inanaki was able to score. It does seem that Takami's plan is to have him stick on Inanaki. Curious how that goes. It does seem Inanaki knows that Takami has some past trauma.
This arc really has me excited. It's been a good while since Fubuki switched sides to become Morofuyu. Though Morofuyu is no Fubuki in terms of tactics, however. Uesugi out beating him in that game is not something we would come to expect.
What is even more interesting to get an alliance of Tokiyuki and Uesugi. Kind of showcasing the point of yesterday's enemy can be today's ally. Actually, Tokiyuki being on the same side as Tadayoshi potentially has me intrigued. This is an arc where we got our cast as adults, and I am excited.
What is even more interesting to get an alliance of Tokiyuki and Uesugi. Kind of showcasing the point of yesterday's enemy can be today's ally. Actually, Tokiyuki being on the same side as Tadayoshi potentially has me intrigued. This is an arc where we got our cast as adults, and I am excited.
Sakamoto Days - Chapter 202: Man when Taro went and pulled that helicopter
. You know, despite being an a$$hole, Shin's father loved him. At least he got to say goodbye to him. Tbh it makes sense with how much Shin looks up to Taro. In ways Taro at this point is like a second father and the Sakamotos are a second family to him.You can tell Iora is a tremendously kind person. Ikura was the typical kid in school that would get made fun of, but Iora saw none of that. Got to give credit to Ikura for chasing her, but him coming there sealed the path for herself. She truly is much like her father, but unlike him, she isn't blind. For her, she will protect and face these issues. Great chapter.
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Witch Watch
Nico Wakatsuki has finished her six years of witch training and is moving back to town by herself. As a new witch, she must choose a familiar to accompany her. However, unlike the other witches, she wishes to pick a non-animal familiar. There is no better companion than Morihito "Moi" Otogi—her...
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Starting reading Witch Watch which is written by Kenta Shinohara who did both SKET Dance & Astra Lost in Space. He was also an assistant for Gintama.
1st volume was decent. Very gag heavy still it has a charm to it. We got childhood friends between a Witch and their familiar. There appears to be a large threat looming in this series, so curious how this one goes.
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Things are building and heating up nicely here.Gun Dogs being backed by major companies is fascinating. Plus Sandra's family name is something I am curious about. At this point, it is clear her involvement can make a big difference.
Bull and Georgy know each other. We know Georgy is up to nothing good, the way Bull called him a traitor makes me wonder has he even betrayed or even killed his fellow peers perhaps? Well, we got some interesting clues, but Georgy eliminating the Gun Dogs puts a big halt to Leo.
Bull and Georgy know each other. We know Georgy is up to nothing good, the way Bull called him a traitor makes me wonder has he even betrayed or even killed his fellow peers perhaps? Well, we got some interesting clues, but Georgy eliminating the Gun Dogs puts a big halt to Leo.
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Witch Watch - Volume 3: Been more slow and SoL so far, but things getting interesting. World building was nice as we learn the clear distinction between Witches & White Magic vs Warlocks & Black Magic. Though it seems these aren't gender roles, but I imagine the focus on Black & White is the bigger point. The more curious point is that Nico can use thousands of spells, which is not the norm for witches. Clearly, her potential is through the roof.
Now the twist regarding Keigo the Werewolf was well down. The only hint was him having clues regarding the Wolf, but even though he never took the magic. Getting an Ogre vs Werewolf familiar fight is interesting and curious how it wraps up. Cool to see Kanshi and Niko take care of the enchanter without needing Moi's help.
Now the twist regarding Keigo the Werewolf was well down. The only hint was him having clues regarding the Wolf, but even though he never took the magic. Getting an Ogre vs Werewolf familiar fight is interesting and curious how it wraps up. Cool to see Kanshi and Niko take care of the enchanter without needing Moi's help.