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hobbitfreddie's review against another edition
4.0
While I still love the series so far, and def won't drop it, this volume was barely 4 stars for me. I still enjoyed it like the previous volumes. However they were just way too many flaws and plot points that affected my enjoyment.
Art: The transitions seem much better than the last two's quick paced ones. Battles are more entertaining because you can see what's going on. I'm still a big fan of the style.
Character: I like Red's character alot here. You can tell he's grown alot in just 3 volumes, and he's not just a standard Shonen protag. Green/Blue doesn't really as much, but I still love her character. She plays well off the cast and story with her quirky personality. Blue/Green Oak also gets an arc like Red, however since it's mostly focused on Red this volume it's pretty short. By the end of you are shown how he's changed and it's pretty sweet. I do wish we got more of him in this volume besides battles, but since he's a main character in the other arcs I shouldn't complain already. Also Yellow is here. :0
Story: While I really liked the plots in this volume and their endings, there were a bit of flaws that kinda ruined the enjoyment. There are alot of big battles, but they don't feel as exciting as they were in the last 2 volumes. They use wayyyy too many fakeouts that kinda suspend your disbelief and make the battles seem anti climatic or predictable. I know it's Pokemon but still it gets a way too repetetive in this volume. However that's just a nitpick I still really liked it. The speed is slower which is good. Plus Red's actions in the last 2 volumes all have consequences brought up in this volume, which I really like. It makes the story feel more well written, and the story tied together. Plus gives some flaws to Red.
All in all it's still a cheesey fun story and I can't get too nitpicky.
Art: The transitions seem much better than the last two's quick paced ones. Battles are more entertaining because you can see what's going on. I'm still a big fan of the style.
Character: I like Red's character alot here. You can tell he's grown alot in just 3 volumes, and he's not just a standard Shonen protag. Green/Blue doesn't really as much, but I still love her character. She plays well off the cast and story with her quirky personality. Blue/Green Oak also gets an arc like Red, however since it's mostly focused on Red this volume it's pretty short. By the end of you are shown how he's changed and it's pretty sweet. I do wish we got more of him in this volume besides battles, but since he's a main character in the other arcs I shouldn't complain already. Also Yellow is here. :0
Story: While I really liked the plots in this volume and their endings, there were a bit of flaws that kinda ruined the enjoyment. There are alot of big battles, but they don't feel as exciting as they were in the last 2 volumes. They use wayyyy too many fakeouts that kinda suspend your disbelief and make the battles seem anti climatic or predictable. I know it's Pokemon but still it gets a way too repetetive in this volume. However that's just a nitpick I still really liked it. The speed is slower which is good. Plus Red's actions in the last 2 volumes all have consequences brought up in this volume, which I really like. It makes the story feel more well written, and the story tied together. Plus gives some flaws to Red.
All in all it's still a cheesey fun story and I can't get too nitpicky.
austex_93's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderful conclusion to the omnibus volume 1! Epic battles and heartfelt moments that brought back tender childhood memories. Let's see how the omnibus volume 2 compares!
thinkingbookishthoughts's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
dnietoperafan's review against another edition
5.0
Friendship, that's what you need to train your Pokémon. Red shows us this throughout this amazing manga. It's packed with awesome battle scenes, emotional backstories, plottwists, remarkable character development, and great humour; what else could you wish for?
I really did enjoy reading this book; the Pokémon universe is something I'm really invested into and seeing it from Red's perspective was a wonderful experience. I recommend it to all. If you're a Pokémon fan you can't miss this story.
I really did enjoy reading this book; the Pokémon universe is something I'm really invested into and seeing it from Red's perspective was a wonderful experience. I recommend it to all. If you're a Pokémon fan you can't miss this story.
willowlywillow's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
megpancoast's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
futuresomebody's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Buff professor oak I remember you from my childhood
millainen_villainen's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
lillanaa's review against another edition
5.0
This one reminded me why I love this series so much; the battles feel so cool and the character development is weirdly deeper than you'd think it would be. Can't wait for the next one!
buckeyeordie's review against another edition
4.0
This book had a lot! There were many different storylines and resolutions. It was really fun and we are excited for the next Vol.