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revraimi's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
brittneedsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
"Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" by Hidenori Kusaka is an exciting and action-packed addition to the popular Pokémon manga series. As a fan of the franchise, I found this volume to be a thrilling continuation of the Pokémon Adventures storyline.
The fourth volume follows the adventures of Red, the determined and skilled Pokémon trainer, as he continues his quest to become the Pokémon Champion. This time, he faces new challenges and encounters a variety of interesting characters along the way. The narrative is engaging and well-paced, keeping readers hooked from start to finish.
One of the highlights of this volume is the intense Pokémon battles. Kusaka does a fantastic job of showcasing the strategic aspects of Pokémon training, making the battles feel dynamic and exhilarating. The artwork by Satoshi Yamamoto complements the action perfectly, capturing the essence of each Pokémon's unique abilities and adding depth to the battles.
The character development in "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" is another strong point. Red's growth as a trainer and his interactions with his Pokémon showcase his determination, resilience, and compassion. Additionally, the supporting characters, such as his rival Blue, offer intriguing dynamics and contribute to the overall depth of the story.
One aspect that stands out in this volume is the inclusion of multiple story arcs. The plot seamlessly transitions between different locations and scenarios, adding variety and preventing the narrative from becoming repetitive or predictable. This approach keeps the reader engaged and eager to see what happens next.
Furthermore, the manga captures the essence of the Pokémon world by incorporating elements from the Pokémon video games. Fans of the games will appreciate the faithful representations of iconic Pokémon and the inclusion of familiar locations. The series also provides interesting lore and expands upon the world-building established in the games.
Although "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" is a highly enjoyable read, it may not be as accessible to those unfamiliar with the Pokémon franchise. The story assumes some prior knowledge of the Pokémon universe, and readers who are not familiar with the games or previous volumes may feel a bit lost.
In conclusion, "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" by Hidenori Kusaka is an excellent addition to the Pokémon manga series. With its engaging narrative, intense Pokémon battles, and well-developed characters, this volume will surely captivate fans of the franchise. It is a must-read for Pokémon enthusiasts and manga lovers alike, providing an exciting and immersive experience within the Pokémon world.
The fourth volume follows the adventures of Red, the determined and skilled Pokémon trainer, as he continues his quest to become the Pokémon Champion. This time, he faces new challenges and encounters a variety of interesting characters along the way. The narrative is engaging and well-paced, keeping readers hooked from start to finish.
One of the highlights of this volume is the intense Pokémon battles. Kusaka does a fantastic job of showcasing the strategic aspects of Pokémon training, making the battles feel dynamic and exhilarating. The artwork by Satoshi Yamamoto complements the action perfectly, capturing the essence of each Pokémon's unique abilities and adding depth to the battles.
The character development in "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" is another strong point. Red's growth as a trainer and his interactions with his Pokémon showcase his determination, resilience, and compassion. Additionally, the supporting characters, such as his rival Blue, offer intriguing dynamics and contribute to the overall depth of the story.
One aspect that stands out in this volume is the inclusion of multiple story arcs. The plot seamlessly transitions between different locations and scenarios, adding variety and preventing the narrative from becoming repetitive or predictable. This approach keeps the reader engaged and eager to see what happens next.
Furthermore, the manga captures the essence of the Pokémon world by incorporating elements from the Pokémon video games. Fans of the games will appreciate the faithful representations of iconic Pokémon and the inclusion of familiar locations. The series also provides interesting lore and expands upon the world-building established in the games.
Although "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" is a highly enjoyable read, it may not be as accessible to those unfamiliar with the Pokémon franchise. The story assumes some prior knowledge of the Pokémon universe, and readers who are not familiar with the games or previous volumes may feel a bit lost.
In conclusion, "Pokémon Adventures, Vol. 4" by Hidenori Kusaka is an excellent addition to the Pokémon manga series. With its engaging narrative, intense Pokémon battles, and well-developed characters, this volume will surely captivate fans of the franchise. It is a must-read for Pokémon enthusiasts and manga lovers alike, providing an exciting and immersive experience within the Pokémon world.
justin_wyd's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
puppywolf23's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
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? N/A
4.25
leannecroft's review against another edition
4.0
I was very confused when I started reading this one, thinking that I'd missed a volume, but I hadn't. Its full of flash backs and such as it is set a while into the future and with a new character. I can't wait to jump into the next volume.
maddygrace's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
5.0
hobbitfreddie's review against another edition
5.0
Probably my favorite volume so far. I love Yellow.
Art: Art is clean with good poses and compositions. It’s not too expressive, I feel like the first volume still has the best expressions.
Character: All the characters are fairly well written IMO and do a decent job at having or keeping their unique traits. But since, like usual there’s a decent amount of characters, the side characters tend to just serve the plot. The villains are fairly memorable, and are fun and unique. I love when a villain isn’t just one note. They're a good threat and antagonist to our heroes. Side characters- Bill makes an appearance for a good part of the volume. I like him how they use recurring characters, like him. Some gym leaders also make an appearance, they kinda all act the same oddly in this. Another nitpick. Main characters. Blue keeps his arc from the end of the last volume, making him super likeable. Also Yellow takes over as the lead in this volume. I love them, their powers are so cool, their personality is adorable, they work well of the story and worldbuilding too.
Story: The volume keeps things fresh by adding new stakes, antangonists, battles, conflicts, characters, etc. The battles are probably my favorite so far, with how fun they are. Now to the chapters. Light character spoilers.
41-43 The intro- A pretty quick paced intro to the new conflict, with a great introduction to our new hero Yellow. The comic does a good job at defining their character. Finally we have an adventure with them and Bill. Also does a good job at showing Yellow's character while adding in some good old fun.
44-46 Lorelei battle- I like this arc alot, it's not just a simple linear battle we're used to it. There's real stakes and since we're seeing a new protagonist in Yellow, you don't know if they will be able to win. Plus Lorelei's pretty cool- finger guns.
47-49 Super nerd battle- Another good antagonist, he's pretty much bursting with personality so it's really fun to watch him battle Yellow. Also a good battle with a pretty good ending. This arc kept me turning the page, wanting to see how or if Yellow would win. Plus it adds some depth to Yellow, that they still have to learn. I also liked that the gym leaders are here again. Erika's amazing.
50-52 Blue flashback- There's a transition to Blue's story where a flashback is shown. The antagonist in this is great as usual, and it repeats the formula to sucess from the last chapters. We also get to see a bit of Blue's past. I like when they flesh out characters like this, it feels like they've grown.
Really good volume, fun to read. Good battles and art. And Yellow is MVP.
Art: Art is clean with good poses and compositions. It’s not too expressive, I feel like the first volume still has the best expressions.
Character: All the characters are fairly well written IMO and do a decent job at having or keeping their unique traits. But since, like usual there’s a decent amount of characters, the side characters tend to just serve the plot. The villains are fairly memorable, and are fun and unique. I love when a villain isn’t just one note. They're a good threat and antagonist to our heroes. Side characters- Bill makes an appearance for a good part of the volume. I like him how they use recurring characters, like him. Some gym leaders also make an appearance, they kinda all act the same oddly in this. Another nitpick. Main characters. Blue keeps his arc from the end of the last volume, making him super likeable. Also Yellow takes over as the lead in this volume. I love them, their powers are so cool, their personality is adorable, they work well of the story and worldbuilding too.
Story: The volume keeps things fresh by adding new stakes, antangonists, battles, conflicts, characters, etc. The battles are probably my favorite so far, with how fun they are. Now to the chapters. Light character spoilers.
41-43 The intro- A pretty quick paced intro to the new conflict, with a great introduction to our new hero Yellow. The comic does a good job at defining their character. Finally we have an adventure with them and Bill. Also does a good job at showing Yellow's character while adding in some good old fun.
44-46 Lorelei battle- I like this arc alot, it's not just a simple linear battle we're used to it. There's real stakes and since we're seeing a new protagonist in Yellow, you don't know if they will be able to win. Plus Lorelei's pretty cool- finger guns.
47-49 Super nerd battle- Another good antagonist, he's pretty much bursting with personality so it's really fun to watch him battle Yellow. Also a good battle with a pretty good ending. This arc kept me turning the page, wanting to see how or if Yellow would win. Plus it adds some depth to Yellow, that they still have to learn. I also liked that the gym leaders are here again. Erika's amazing.
50-52 Blue flashback- There's a transition to Blue's story where a flashback is shown. The antagonist in this is great as usual, and it repeats the formula to sucess from the last chapters. We also get to see a bit of Blue's past. I like when they flesh out characters like this, it feels like they've grown.
Really good volume, fun to read. Good battles and art. And Yellow is MVP.
dnietoperafan's review against another edition
4.0
Honestly, I was kind of sceptical when I discovered the story would follow Yellow's adventures instead of Red's... now I can say, that it did not disappoint. Following Amarillo del Bosque Verde (Yellow), is a, not so subtle, way to mix things up; but all the feels of the first three books are untouched. This installment doesn't just give a fresh look at the Pokémon universe, but it also adds new and curious powers, and praises the original characters.
As always: excellent character development, amazing illustrations, great humour, super scary villains, adorable Pokémons... it's got it all.
As always: excellent character development, amazing illustrations, great humour, super scary villains, adorable Pokémons... it's got it all.