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カグラバチ [Kagurabachi] #1
Kagurabachi, Vol. 1
Chihiro Rokuhira's father, Kunishige is the most famous swordsmith in the land. Thanks to his six enchanted blades, the war that had been gripping the nation ended and peaceful days followed. After the war, he retrieved all six blades and hid them in the cellar of his workshop. However, sorcerers raided his home, stole the legendary swords, and left Kunishige dead in front of Chihiro. Now Chihiro wields Kunishige’s seventh and final enchanted blade on a mission to exact revenge and retrieve the swords his father forged.
As a young boy, Chihiro trained every day under his father to become a swordsmith. The two, although different in temperament, spent endless peaceful days laughing and working, but one day, tragedy struck… Now Chihiro burns with hatred and is determined to exact revenge on those who killed his father!
As a young boy, Chihiro trained every day under his father to become a swordsmith. The two, although different in temperament, spent endless peaceful days laughing and working, but one day, tragedy struck… Now Chihiro burns with hatred and is determined to exact revenge on those who killed his father!
216 pages, Paperback
First published February 2, 2024
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July 31, 2024
need this as a physical copy and fast!
i wasn’t expecting to like this so much because it is hard for me to read tone through manga sometimes but i think this started off super strong. i loved the main character chihiro like he’s so cute and i like the broody guy. i like the side characters and im sensing a found family here. in a way this reminds me of jjk in the sense of quality and how fun it is. can’t wait to continue on
i wasn’t expecting to like this so much because it is hard for me to read tone through manga sometimes but i think this started off super strong. i loved the main character chihiro like he’s so cute and i like the broody guy. i like the side characters and im sensing a found family here. in a way this reminds me of jjk in the sense of quality and how fun it is. can’t wait to continue on
February 6, 2024
ALL. GAS. NO. BRAKES.
February 26, 2024
What a promising new manga. I’m excited to read this one weekly.
I already love the characters and the power system.
Can’t wait to see all the enchanted swords and more sorcerers.
I already love the characters and the power system.
Can’t wait to see all the enchanted swords and more sorcerers.
February 2, 2024
Tiene potencial, pero necesita una mejora urgente del dibujo.
January 29, 2024
I have like 2/3rds of an understanding of the sword magic system but god do I love a dead eyed mc lmao chihiro my beloved I also like shiba and the other guy and CHAR!!!!
I finished up until chapter 18 but the next vol isn’t out so I’ll come back and update when it is
I finished up until chapter 18 but the next vol isn’t out so I’ll come back and update when it is
June 7, 2024
Definitely a new promising shounen series. However, the story is all over the place. For now we know the story is about revenge & enchanted swords. But other than that, this was a very messy start. Not enough explanation and too much things happen to the point that I feel confused on the 'world-building' and the power system that happens. It doesn't elaborate enough in between the panels. Of course this is my early judgement for vol 1 only. Hopefully the storytelling will get better on the next vol.
But the manga art style is gorgeous!! The detail is insane. Some of their manga panels remind me of Tougen Anki art style. Overall, 3.8 🌟 I need more!
But the manga art style is gorgeous!! The detail is insane. Some of their manga panels remind me of Tougen Anki art style. Overall, 3.8 🌟 I need more!
March 25, 2024
The start is average and it's too early for me to say anything else there are not enough volume to judge this fairly, at least I am interested in seeing where this will go.
August 27, 2024
started this bc of the hype on twitter and it’s genuinely pretty good. love the art and aesthetic it’s definitely exactly the kind of thing i like. i like the protagonist too and that’s almost surprising considering how often idgaf about shounen protags. but this mc is competent right off the bat and that makes him compelling and interesting to follow. really good set up and story premise as well.
May 12, 2024
JUST. PEAK. FICTION. i can tell that this is going to be something truly special. the main concept is AMAZING and the main character is just LOVE HIM. HES SO BADASS. already really enjoy the side characters and i know its just going to get crazier. i enjoy being "early" to a dope manga so lets keep the good vibes rolling!!
July 5, 2024
i dnf’ed this at chapter 3 way back in like november, just when it was just coming out; however, i’ve been hearing great things about the series so i thought i’d try it again! really enjoyed this volume; excited to see where the story goes
July 12, 2024
A new manga series with a serious dead-eyed MC!!! The fantasy elements, the artwork, and the storyline got me hooked. Starting vol 2 soon!!!!
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August 19, 2024If no one else got me, I KNOW SHONEN JUMP GOT ME
September 25, 2024
OMG??? LOVE IT
i have to say though, i really wish the character's expressions change a bit hehe i love the drawings but Takeru still has a lot to grow on
i have to say though, i really wish the character's expressions change a bit hehe i love the drawings but Takeru still has a lot to grow on
February 10, 2024
Everything about this is mid as fuck.
June 29, 2024
This series reminds me a bit of a manga series called Until death do us part, which is one of my favs, so that’s cool.
September 19, 2024
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This is probably as close as we're going to et to a spiritual successor to Kubo Tito's Bleach. We have supernatural shenanigans, a young boy with a gift of sorts, secret organizations with hierarchies, and lot of chances for battles and power ups. Perhaps what I like best is that the main character isn't overly genki, immature, or cheerful and instead level headed, determined, and very focused.Story: Chihiro's father was a famous swordsmith whose skills helped end a war between sorcerers. His famous magic-endowed six blades were then returned to him and carefully stored. Chihiro saw none of the war, he was too young, but idolized his free spirited father and was eager to learn all he could about swordsmithing and swordsmanship. Until the day rogue sorcerers came, killed his father and stole the six swords. But unbeknownst to them, there was a seventh sword made after the war - a very special katana named 'Kuro' and with very special powers. Now, Chihiro is tracking down the sorcerers so he can protect his father's legacy and stop the swords from being used for evil purposes.
There are the usual interesting personalities assisting Chihiro, including a former government agent sorcerer/friend of his fathers and a girl at a station used to gather information for sorcerers. As well, an assorted and powerful set of villains with unpredictable powers he will have to battle. There is also a powerful government organization of sorcerers who are fighting the bad guys and may help or hinder Chihiro.
The battle scenes are quite fun and remind me of what made the Bleach series. This is set in an alternate universe Tokyo that is both Meiji and modern at the same time. It makes for a more distinct and interesting world than we typically see with the usual modern setting.
In all, I enjoyed this first volume and look forward to reading more volumes. Reviewed from an advance reader copy provided by the publisher.
September 23, 2024
Kagurabachi é um mangá que tem ganho bastante atenção do público otaku. O mangá começou a ser serializado na famosa revista Weekly Shounen Jump em Setembro de 2023, contando à data em que escrevo esta resenha com 49 capítulos. Recomendada por mangakas como Kishimoto ou Horikoshi, Kagurabachi ficou em sétimo lugar num questionário sobre a adaptação em anime mais aguardada pelos fãs. Portanto, não é de estranhar que eu tenha sido infectada com o bichinho da curiosidade relativamente a este mangá.
Kagurabachi conta-nos a história de Chihiro na sua jornada de vingança pela morte do seu pai, Rokuhira Kunishige. O primeiro volume (o qual compila os oito primeiros capítulos) começa, mostrando um pouco da relação pai e filho. Acho interessante essa escolha, pois oferece-nos um pouco de contexto sobre Chihiro e as suas motivações sem sermos maçados com flashbacks. No primeiro capítulo é-nos providenciado um contexto sobre o mundo de Kagurabachi. Estamos perante um mundo onde a magia existe, sendo que o Japão foi assolado por uma guerra - conhecida como Guerra Seitei. O pai de Chihiro, ferreiro de profissão, acabou por se tornar numa peça-chave ao forjar seis espadas mágicas, que ditaram o fim da guerra. Por conta disso, ele tornou-se bastante famoso dentro do país. Todavia, Kunishige acaba por ser assassinado por uma organização chamada Hishaku, roubando assim as suas espadas.
Kagurabachi segue a tendência implementada na Shounen Jump pelo Dark Trio (Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man e Hell's Paradise). A obra apresenta-se como uma fantasia negra, não tendo medo de mostrar violência e sangue por todos os lados. Chihiro, enquanto personagem principal, lembra-me muito Gabimaru de Hell's Paradise: ambos apresentam uma personalidade fria e um tanto calculista, algo diferente do arquétipo de herói numa obra shounen. Este primeiro volume ainda é muito introdutório, pelo que é difícil tecer qualquer crítica mais informada e substancial. Achei interessante a dinâmica que se parece estabelecer entre as personagens que nos vão sendo introduzidas. Estou curiosa quanto à Guerra Seitei, pois parece-me que os acontecimentos desse período revelar-se-ão crucias para o desenrolar da história.
Em suma, o primeiro volume de Kagurabachi serve de introdução para os leitores, apresentando as personagens, a premissa e um pouco do mundo criado por Hokazono.
Kagurabachi conta-nos a história de Chihiro na sua jornada de vingança pela morte do seu pai, Rokuhira Kunishige. O primeiro volume (o qual compila os oito primeiros capítulos) começa, mostrando um pouco da relação pai e filho. Acho interessante essa escolha, pois oferece-nos um pouco de contexto sobre Chihiro e as suas motivações sem sermos maçados com flashbacks. No primeiro capítulo é-nos providenciado um contexto sobre o mundo de Kagurabachi. Estamos perante um mundo onde a magia existe, sendo que o Japão foi assolado por uma guerra - conhecida como Guerra Seitei. O pai de Chihiro, ferreiro de profissão, acabou por se tornar numa peça-chave ao forjar seis espadas mágicas, que ditaram o fim da guerra. Por conta disso, ele tornou-se bastante famoso dentro do país. Todavia, Kunishige acaba por ser assassinado por uma organização chamada Hishaku, roubando assim as suas espadas.
Kagurabachi segue a tendência implementada na Shounen Jump pelo Dark Trio (Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man e Hell's Paradise). A obra apresenta-se como uma fantasia negra, não tendo medo de mostrar violência e sangue por todos os lados. Chihiro, enquanto personagem principal, lembra-me muito Gabimaru de Hell's Paradise: ambos apresentam uma personalidade fria e um tanto calculista, algo diferente do arquétipo de herói numa obra shounen. Este primeiro volume ainda é muito introdutório, pelo que é difícil tecer qualquer crítica mais informada e substancial. Achei interessante a dinâmica que se parece estabelecer entre as personagens que nos vão sendo introduzidas. Estou curiosa quanto à Guerra Seitei, pois parece-me que os acontecimentos desse período revelar-se-ão crucias para o desenrolar da história.
Em suma, o primeiro volume de Kagurabachi serve de introdução para os leitores, apresentando as personagens, a premissa e um pouco do mundo criado por Hokazono.
April 4, 2024
Decent beginning that shows some serious story potential followed up by a solid fight scene, but everything is downhill from there because the character’s facial expressions are terribly rendered, the mouths all look off, and the paneling for everything but the fights is painfully awkward, and what could have been a touching moment with Char getting dessert with Chihiro was handled very ham-fistedly. All these things add up and really hurt what could have been a solid, memorable manga. Instead I will remember this manga for all the wrong reasons, hopefully it gets better and/or the anime fixes the problems that the manga had.
August 19, 2024
Absolutely loving this manga so far, wasnt expecting to like it as much as I have. I’m enjoying the characters, specifically our MC Chihiro. But the whole cast is great.
The magic system is really cool as well, and the idea of the enchanted blades is coming together real nice.
Overall it’s been a really fun fast paced read. I’m looking forward to catching up to date with the chapters that have been released so far. Overall a 4/5 for the first volume.
The magic system is really cool as well, and the idea of the enchanted blades is coming together real nice.
Overall it’s been a really fun fast paced read. I’m looking forward to catching up to date with the chapters that have been released so far. Overall a 4/5 for the first volume.
February 4, 2024
From the first chapter, this manga had me hooked. I look forward to reading it every week and I can't wait to buy a physical copy! I absolutely love the art style, the pacing of the story, & the fantasy elements. As soon as there were magical swords, I was in. I also really enjoy Chihiro being a more serious main character. Can't wait to see where this one goes!
July 5, 2024
It is a promising start for a manga. I am a little lost but I hope that the next chapters will flesh out the world a little more. I did have a hard time adapting to the drawing style of this manga but after maybe two chapters I was already fine with it. We will see where it goes from here but I am really looking forward to continuing it
September 2, 2024
4.5/5 stars!!
I'm loving this so far! The world, magic system, main characters, and the criminal underworld aspect is a breath of fresh air. It's also very fast paced which makes me want to read chapter after chapter.
Also, MAPPA is supposed to be creating the anime for this which I'm stoked for!! 👏
I'm loving this so far! The world, magic system, main characters, and the criminal underworld aspect is a breath of fresh air. It's also very fast paced which makes me want to read chapter after chapter.
Also, MAPPA is supposed to be creating the anime for this which I'm stoked for!! 👏
May 20, 2024
A very promising start. I didn't have much hope for this one as the synopsis seemed like a typical revenge story.
But story so far has been intriguing and the characters was interesting. And the art and action sequences were phenomenal.
All and all hoping great things from this manga.
But story so far has been intriguing and the characters was interesting. And the art and action sequences were phenomenal.
All and all hoping great things from this manga.
July 6, 2024
A new battle series! Swords and sorcery, yadda yadda yadda. Cool designs, a neat power system/world, but the characters are just ok so far.
Feels like WSJ needs a series to replace My Hero Academia and Black Clover as those come to a close.
Feels like WSJ needs a series to replace My Hero Academia and Black Clover as those come to a close.
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August 30, 2024Having just binged Dandadan, reading this feels like going backwards. Formulaic battle shōnen with untethered magic systems is pretty boring. I’ll give it three volumes if I can stand it. My expectations are low, so hopefully it will exceed them.
September 26, 2024
نتونستم ارتباط بگیرم باهاش
ولی واقعا طراحی هاش چشم نوازه
بخصوص طرح کاوراش خیلی قشنگه
فنون شمشیر زنیش هم یه جورایی شبیه تانجیرو و فن تنفس آب منتها به جای اژدهای آبی ماهی میاد 😵
منتظر میمونم انیمه اش یه روزی بیاد
ولی واقعا طراحی هاش چشم نوازه
بخصوص طرح کاوراش خیلی قشنگه
فنون شمشیر زنیش هم یه جورایی شبیه تانجیرو و فن تنفس آب منتها به جای اژدهای آبی ماهی میاد 😵
منتظر میمونم انیمه اش یه روزی بیاد
September 26, 2024
نتونستم باهاش ارتباط بگیرم
ولی انصافا طراحیاش عالیه
بخصوص طراح کاوراش واقعا قشنگه
فن شمشیرزنی پسره هم شبیه فن شمشیر زنی تانجیرو و فن تنفس آبه منتها بجای اژدها ماهی میاد 😵
منتظر میمونم بلکه انیمه اش یخ روز بیاد
ولی انصافا طراحیاش عالیه
بخصوص طراح کاوراش واقعا قشنگه
فن شمشیرزنی پسره هم شبیه فن شمشیر زنی تانجیرو و فن تنفس آبه منتها بجای اژدها ماهی میاد 😵
منتظر میمونم بلکه انیمه اش یخ روز بیاد
February 1, 2024
I can't believe all the Kagurabachi memes turned this into one of the series I look forward to reading every Sunday!!
February 5, 2024
The hype is real! This manga is great!
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