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Star Crossed, Volume 1
This is a story about a king and his knight... Polaris is king of the stars; with his celestial paint brush he breathes life into constellations, which protect his kingdom. Yildun is his loyal knight, ever at his side, but always in shadow as his station dictates him to remain unseen. Together, they will face a battle for the throne from Polaris' brother — as well as their own conflicting feelings. A love story written in the stars!
208 pages, Paperback
Published February 13, 2024
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March 5, 2024
AHHHHH IT'S SO PRETTYYY!!!!
I have been following this comic for literal years and I am so ABSURDLY HAPPY to have a physical copy in my hands!!
Not only is every single page a piece of art, Polaris and Yildun's relationship is a work of art in its own right. There's nothing like a sweet romance between a king and his knight!
This is just such a beautiful story through and through and I'm so honored to have seen it grow! I already can't wait for the next volume to come out!
Pro tip for all my fellow perverts: NSFW content is readily available on Crimson Chain's Patreon and it is *chef's kiss* GLORIOUS!
I have been following this comic for literal years and I am so ABSURDLY HAPPY to have a physical copy in my hands!!
Not only is every single page a piece of art, Polaris and Yildun's relationship is a work of art in its own right. There's nothing like a sweet romance between a king and his knight!
This is just such a beautiful story through and through and I'm so honored to have seen it grow! I already can't wait for the next volume to come out!
Pro tip for all my fellow perverts: NSFW content is readily available on Crimson Chain's Patreon and it is *chef's kiss* GLORIOUS!
June 26, 2024
The art is out of this world, but the plot was all over the place. The world building was messy, and I really really wish the relationship would have been slowburn. We need more pining!
I am really conflicted whether I should keep reading, because the art is super gorgeous, but paying 20 quids for something I don't like that much is just not doable.
I am really conflicted whether I should keep reading, because the art is super gorgeous, but paying 20 quids for something I don't like that much is just not doable.
April 18, 2024
I had read part of this for free on Tapas app and I love this cute story about Polaris and Yildun. This first volume ends on chapter three, and that's more or less what I had already read, because now I'm waiting for the printed version to finish it. The art is absolutely stunning, and Tokyopop edition is gorgeous. So if you're curious you can give it a try on Tapas here but I highly recommend to get the printed edition.
June 18, 2024
I have been supporting Crimson Chains for years on their Patreon and I’m so so happy for all their success with this original series!!!
I love her style and colors and the brushwork look of everything. I love CC and can’t wait for the next one!!
I love her style and colors and the brushwork look of everything. I love CC and can’t wait for the next one!!
March 13, 2024
I really liked the concept, but the execution left a lot to be desires. The dialogue was a bit immature (a few swear words aside), and the relationship happened rather quickly. Don't get me wrong, it was cute, but I guess I was expecting more angst (though of course I want their happiness. I was just expecting a bit more development, based on the description). Most of the conflict was resolved in a few pages.
July 12, 2024
Okay…this was fracking adorable
September 14, 2024
I’m obsessed, the relationship between Polaris and Yildun is *perfect!* I’m normally not a fan of romantasy, but I was hooked from page one.
March 21, 2024
I really loved this a lot! I loved the art and the story and the fact that they were all stars! This was just such a cool idea, and I loved everything about these characters and this lovely story!
Polaris was such a sweetie, and I loved Yildun's devotion to him! I loved how they finally found a way to be together. I really liked watching how Yildun was always there for Polaris and died over how he didn't think he was worthy, but how Polaris eventually won him over and how they admitted their feelings to each other. They were both such cuties, and I really loved them both.
This was a grand story, and I can't wait for more!
Polaris was such a sweetie, and I loved Yildun's devotion to him! I loved how they finally found a way to be together. I really liked watching how Yildun was always there for Polaris and died over how he didn't think he was worthy, but how Polaris eventually won him over and how they admitted their feelings to each other. They were both such cuties, and I really loved them both.
This was a grand story, and I can't wait for more!
February 18, 2024
I really loved this comic. Aside from the art being absolutely beautiful, I immensely enjoyed the characters, their relationships with each other, the unique magic and the story itself. I look forward to seeing how King Polaris and his Knight Yildun overcome their Royal obstacles. I hope Alcor finds purpose, peace and happiness (possibly with the cute Prince Mirach) and continues to strengthen his relationship with his brother. (As the older sibling myself, my heart aches a bit for Alcor and I hope Polaris helps him find his way.) needless to say, I’m really looking forward to the next volume!
August 4, 2024
The art is phenomenal but the story and formatting is abysmal. It's very obviously ported from webtoons or tapas and not reformatted well for a book.
The artist could have benefited from a writer, it feels like it was a one person job despite it having several folks in the credits.
The artist could have benefited from a writer, it feels like it was a one person job despite it having several folks in the credits.
March 2, 2024
I picked this book up because I love the cosmic themed artwork, and I am so happy that the story also happened to be solid. A king (who is burdened with all of the normal duties of being a royal) and his knight fall in love, and they must overcome the opinions of society to be together. The king has the power to paint star creatures into existence, and that was one of my favorite parts of the book - learning how that magic system worked. The knight defends him and protects him against all threats, both within and outside of his court. They have a sweet, healthy relationship which did not feel rushed, and their love scenes are PG-13. I look forward to continuing to read this story and enjoying more of the stunning cosmic artwork.
March 27, 2024
If it wasn’t clear by the illustrations this was online first for those wondering. There are intermission comics between major plot points and even some behind the scenes sketch’s, character references, and AMA style mini shorts.
At first I was concerned about the pacing and jumpiness of it, but by the first 30-ish pages that irons out pretty well. By the end I was quite happy with how it had all panned out and was paced even if the first chapter or so was a little rough around the edges.
The art is to die for though. Definitely the strongest part of this. The style is both messy and clean and almost like a paint brush stroke (which makes sense thematically). Character design is fantastic too. ✨
The story itself is simple and rather cozy romance with the hint of class divide.
Overall would pick up the next book and will probably hunt down the author online to follow.
At first I was concerned about the pacing and jumpiness of it, but by the first 30-ish pages that irons out pretty well. By the end I was quite happy with how it had all panned out and was paced even if the first chapter or so was a little rough around the edges.
The art is to die for though. Definitely the strongest part of this. The style is both messy and clean and almost like a paint brush stroke (which makes sense thematically). Character design is fantastic too. ✨
The story itself is simple and rather cozy romance with the hint of class divide.
Overall would pick up the next book and will probably hunt down the author online to follow.
April 10, 2024
The art style and the character design is absolutely stunning. It immediately won me over. What sadly couldn't win me over was the plot. I personally didn't like it how there was no build up to the romance. They were immediately in love and that's it. I read romance novels/manga/comics for the purpose of seeing the main characters get together, but here we are presented a finished product already. It actually felt like the middle of a series and I just missed the first couple volumes. I also would have loved to see them act as individual characters. It felt like they don't exist outside their relationship with each other. The inconveniences were also pretty minor and dealt with extremely fast. I guess I never got invested in either the relationship nor the "plot". I won't be continuing.
February 11, 2024
Annoyingly cute!
The character designs for this are spectacular! The artwork was gorgeous and I couldn't get enough of Polaris and Yildun's designs! I loved the story, as well. The concept is really unique and I love how much Yildun admires Polaris' skill.
I'm a sucker for royal/knight stories. I loved that Polaris saves himself in this at least once. I enjoyed the conflict over the kingdom reacting poorly to their king marrying a knight instead of another royal. I also enjoyed the story between Polaris and his brother Arcturus.
I'm excited for the next part!
The character designs for this are spectacular! The artwork was gorgeous and I couldn't get enough of Polaris and Yildun's designs! I loved the story, as well. The concept is really unique and I love how much Yildun admires Polaris' skill.
I'm a sucker for royal/knight stories. I loved that Polaris saves himself in this at least once. I enjoyed the conflict over the kingdom reacting poorly to their king marrying a knight instead of another royal. I also enjoyed the story between Polaris and his brother Arcturus.
I'm excited for the next part!
March 7, 2024
I've followed this creature on social media as soon as I ran across them I knew I was hooked. To realize they were officially getting published and I would be able to purchase the kindle edition and help support their dream. I instantly knew I needed it.
While the first volume of course is only the beginning of the story I already love the art, a full color edition.
I hope to learn more of the world Crimson has created.
If you are looking for a sweet but full love story (that is PG-13 in romance department) I highly recommend picking up a copy of this! You won't regret it!
While the first volume of course is only the beginning of the story I already love the art, a full color edition.
I hope to learn more of the world Crimson has created.
If you are looking for a sweet but full love story (that is PG-13 in romance department) I highly recommend picking up a copy of this! You won't regret it!
May 11, 2024
Join King Polaris and his valiant knight Yildun as they navigate their secret romance and deal with enemies from other Star Kingdoms! An incredibly beautiful story with absolutely stunning art to match! I've followed the author on social media for a long time and I couldn't be happier for her with the publication of Star Crossed! I'm excited to see what more comes from her amazing mind and skilled hands!
March 24, 2024
Interesting and sweet story! God I'm a sucker for BL. Polaris and Yildun are becoming a favorite pairing of mine. I want them to be happy and content in love. And Alcor and Mirach? Can't wait to see what happens there. And pretty sneaky leaving it off with the archives being open. I'll be eagerly waiting for the next volume.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 21, 2024
I actually visited the artist's booth at Anime Expo 2023, I got the rest of their graphic novels and enjoyed them. There was a copy of this book on the table, obviously not for sale though. I was so excited to see this book being listed for a preorder, the art is so pretty and such an intresting concept.
April 27, 2024
A king and his royal knight. Gorgeous artwork throughout!
It was a disappointment that his horns were only part of the uniform. Not really sure why this novel had an explicit content warning, there was no on-page intimacy.
Still, a beautifully drawn forbidden love story.
It was a disappointment that his horns were only part of the uniform. Not really sure why this novel had an explicit content warning, there was no on-page intimacy.
Still, a beautifully drawn forbidden love story.
June 15, 2024
Loved this book so much! The art style, the story, the characters.....literally everything. Only thing that makes me sad is having to wait til the next volume comes out :) Crimson Chains you have a fan for life!
February 26, 2024
God I this art was so beautiful and I loved this so much
May 3, 2024
The art is stunning and the story is super fast paced. I'm excited to see what happens next.
May 13, 2024
Actual rating: 3.5 stars
Crazy cool art and a sweet story.
Crazy cool art and a sweet story.
July 6, 2024
Loved the artwork, and storyline. Can't wait to see future volumes.
July 9, 2024
I loved the concept and character designs, but not the pacing. But imo the good out weights the lacks :> Definitely going to read the next one!
September 23, 2024
Beautiful artwork and adorable characters!
There isn't too much else to the plot, but it's genuinely really sweet. I would love to see this world/art explored more with a deeper narrative.
There isn't too much else to the plot, but it's genuinely really sweet. I would love to see this world/art explored more with a deeper narrative.
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