![]() However, this chapter felt like a bridge between the previous conflict and the next one. ![]() It’s an interesting plot, and things are undoubtedly going to get chaotic in the ensuing chapters. Sukuna’s current goal is to kill Megumi’s step-sister Tsumiki to permanently suppress Megumi’s consciousness and thereby eliminate him. He also apparently is working with Kenjaku, but whether their ultimate goals align remains to be seen. Megumi Fushiguro has become Sukuna’s newest vessel, and Sukuna is wasting no time trying to make it a permanent situation. Chapter 216 feels like the latter of the three. You can feel the incline to the next big drop beginning, but it’s not really there yet. And sometimes, it feels like you’re in the lull after the big drop. Other times, it feels like you’re racing down the drop, heart in your throat, feeling the thrills and pure joy of action. You’re anticipating the drop, and that excites you. At times, it feels like you’re sitting in the car slowly creeping up the hill. Reading Jujutsu Kaisen feels a bit like riding a rollercoaster. Hopefully, it keeps up the momentum and ultimately sticks the landing when the time comes. Right now, Ichinose Family’s Deadly Sins is a series that keeps us on the edge of our seats every week. This is no surprise coming from mangaka Taizan 5 their previous work, Takopi’s Original Sin, dealt with some seriously dark subject matter such as suicide, abuse, and murder concerning the underaged characters. Like Chainsaw Man, this series isn’t afraid to pull punches or touch on subjects that more light-hearted Jump contemporaries might try to avoid. Ichinose Family’s Deadly Sins is another addition to the recent trend of Shonen Jump manga that feels aimed at a more mature audience. The mystery surrounding their lost memories remains just out of reach, and now it’s been revealed that the family is stuck in a time loop! In a situation that is reminiscent of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure‘s Gold Experience Requiem, any time a member of the family gets close to finding out the truth, time is reset. The Ichinose family’s dilemma seems to go much deeper than previously thought. ![]() But it’s hard to find reasons to recommend this one to new readers. The characters are one-note, and the plot goes from mildly engaging to utterly boring chapter-to-chapter.ġ00 chapters in, I feel an obligation to continue reading it. Perhaps it’s because this is a historical fiction series based on historical figure not widely known in the west, but Elusive Samurai doesn’t have the draw that many other shounen series do. Coming off of Assassination Classroom, Matsui’s latest work feels like a step down. The Elusive Samurai has ups and downs, but in general it remains a series defined by mediocrity. Tokiyuki continues to gain more followers as he prepares to face Takauji Ashikaga. These are the kinds of romance stories I want to read. But instead of having the annoying “will they, won’t they” dynamic it feels more like two people trying to sort through their feelings while also focusing on their own personal goals. ![]() While neither of them has confessed their feelings, it’s clear that they both feel something for each other. The romantic undercurrent of Taiki and Chinatsu’s relationship still feels so refreshing when compared to other romantic manga series (especially ones in Shonen Jump). Will the bond of friendship between Yumeka and Chinatsu be mended? Meanwhile, Taiki and Chinatsu continue to grow closer. In this chapter, Taiki gives the ticket to the girls’ basketball game to Yumeka. 92: WHENEVER YOU’RE STRUGGLINGīlue Box continues to be the series that’s the most consistently enjoyable week to week. This week’s chapter in particular wasn’t much to write home about, but it does reveal Akane’s next goal in her journey to the top of rakugo.īLUE BOX CH. While it’s not always the most exciting story due to the lack of fighting, the action and engagement come from how the characters show off their craft and dynamically tell stories. The series is still pretty young at just 53 chapters, so it’s a perfect time to jump on it. In Akane-banashi‘s case, we learn about the world of rakugo and the skills needed to succeed as a master storyteller through our protagonist Akane’s eyes. If she wants to reach the pinnacle of the rakugo world, she would eventually have to surpass him.Īkane-banashi is reminiscent of series like Hikaru no Go or Bakuman where the shounen coming-of-age genre narrative is used to explore a specific hobby or career. Mangaka: Yuki Suenaga (Writing), Takamasa Moue (Art)Īkane is faced with the staggering wall that is Kaisei Arakawa. Another Sunday, another week of new Shonen Jump manga chapters.
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