By David on September 11, 2008
Our friend Julie over at Manga Maniac Cafe has posted review of the Afro Samurai Manga! Here’s a quote:
Afro Samurai is chock full of action, as page after page of combat flies by. This would be great – if only I could actually see all of that frantic activity. The panels are so dark and murky it’s difficult to decipher what’s going on, except for when someone’s head goes flying off into the distance…
After you read her review, be sure to check out a preview of the Afro Samurai Manga (13 pages worth). Here’s a quick breakdown of the story, from the publisher:
In the bleak world of the swordsman, it is said that he who becomes the No. 1 samurai shall rule the world. And only No.2 is allowed to challenge No.1. Afro Samurai has assumed the mantle of No. 2, seeking vengeance against No.1, a gunman who killed his father years ago. But assassins lurk at every corner, seeking to rob Afro Samurai of the title of No. 2. Can Afro survive long enough to exact his revenge?
What do you think about Afro Samurai in manga form? Do you like him better than the anime?
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I love anime. Specifically, series involving any of the following things: weird fantasy elements, super-powers, robots, aliens, wicked humor, crazy villains, horror, ninjas and samurai. I guess that means I like a lot of anime. I am pretty particular about the quality of animation and voice acting. If the character designs and animation quality aren't of über-quality, I quickly loose interest.The first anime-related series I ever watched was Battle of the Planets - otherwise known as Gatachman. The first true theatrical anime feature film I saw was Akira. My first exposure to manga was later in life when I read Osamu Tezuka's Astro Boy.There are so many incredible elements of Japanese culture. Some of the most exciting to me are the style of design and storytelling. I'm a web designer & illustrator, and I find myself looking to Japanese design for inspiration all the time.Anime blogging has taught me even more about Japanese culture and anime than I ever expected, and I continue to learn more every week. In fact, I'd love to travel to Japan. Rachel and I hope to visit sometime within the next few years.
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