Cloudman said:
How would you say the manga is? My impressions on it weren't very positive, but I just read the 1st chapter. I'd like to hear more about it. |
I'm caught up on it and I would agree that 'better Naruto' is a solid comparison. The world isn't quite as interesting as Naruto's imo, but the characters, the villains, and all of the interactions are much more enjoyable. While the MC is a thick-headed, hot-blooded guy he isn't aggravating about them, showing at least some common sense most of the time. Plus, side characters are equally important and he never hogs the spotlight too much. I wouldn't give the manga any awards, but it's just fun, solid shonen.
Also @ the Name of Wind mention. I still remember most of those books, but I'm not picking up the third when it comes out. Rothfuss is a master of prose, but his plot and characters are absolutely awful. The first book is still acceptable, but I found myself entirely unable to read the second. One reviewer hit it right on the head when they called it '500 pages of the most beautiful trash I've ever read'.
