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hannahbug's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
saramarie08's review against another edition
4.0
It is a little clearer from this volume that Saitama has absolutely no idea how to be Genos' mentor. Genos asks several questions about how Saitama achieved his incredible strength, and the reply he ususally gets is "I did 300 push ups a day, ran, etc.). Genos is convinced that Saitama must have some godlike abilities, but cannot get confirmation from his master. Meanwhile, Saitama is mistaken as a bad guy because a group of villains, named Paradisers, terrorize City Z, and they all have shaved heads! Then, Saitama meets a villain that he can't seem to get his hand on: a ninja named Speed-o-Sound-Sonic. After Saitama has a go at the guy's name, the two vigorously battle, ending with a groin shot on Sonic. It becomes clear to Saitama that people don't know who he is, so he takes Genos' advice to register with the Hero Association.
The humor continues to be a highlight of this series. At one point, a villain gets to monologuing, and one half page is full of his explanation as to why they want to apprehend Saitama. Saitama's reply is "Your backstory is too long! It has nothing to do with me! Go straight to the point!" And the faithful Genos helps out by saying, "Master is a busy man. Tell your backstory within 20 words!" I was a little saddened to hear of a hero association because this seems like a cheap way to bring in tons of other characters, and not focus on Saitama, but I understand needing to diversify when your main character can win the fight in one move. The artwork is still very detailed, aside from Saitama, who is drawn very simplistically until he engages in heroism.
?The age rating for this series is Teen, which is still consistent with the content of this volume. There is some fantasy violence and a bit of blood, but no gore.
Sara's Rating: 9/10
Suitability Level: Grades 7-12
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The humor continues to be a highlight of this series. At one point, a villain gets to monologuing, and one half page is full of his explanation as to why they want to apprehend Saitama. Saitama's reply is "Your backstory is too long! It has nothing to do with me! Go straight to the point!" And the faithful Genos helps out by saying, "Master is a busy man. Tell your backstory within 20 words!" I was a little saddened to hear of a hero association because this seems like a cheap way to bring in tons of other characters, and not focus on Saitama, but I understand needing to diversify when your main character can win the fight in one move. The artwork is still very detailed, aside from Saitama, who is drawn very simplistically until he engages in heroism.
?The age rating for this series is Teen, which is still consistent with the content of this volume. There is some fantasy violence and a bit of blood, but no gore.
Sara's Rating: 9/10
Suitability Level: Grades 7-12
Read more graphic novel reviews at www.graphiclibrary.org.
gioleituras's review against another edition
3.0
eu to amando o fato que todo vilão fica pilhado falando que é o mais forte para ser derrotado em um segundo por um cara careca que tem a mesma expressão facial em todo frame
saybrina's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
cepitademanzana's review against another edition
2.0
está mejor que el otro, solo por sonic, me cae bien y decidí que lo voy a amar el resto de mis días y quien se atreva a criticarlo va a comerse una denuncia. Siguen estando los problemas del tomo anterior.
El humor blanco de saitama me hace reir, genos no tiene personalidad pero es lindo, y ningún otro personaje me parece relevante para la trama o interesante en gral
El humor blanco de saitama me hace reir, genos no tiene personalidad pero es lindo, y ningún otro personaje me parece relevante para la trama o interesante en gral
devlinwav's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
rorycb's review against another edition
4.0
Loving this!!!
The storyline is progressing nicely. The art is great and the laughs keep coming.
At times I was reminded of early Cerebus which probably seems a weird association.
It was because of the parodying nature, and style of inking and mixing media styles particularly with buildings.
One thing, I was convinced the character Speed-O'-Sound Sonic was a female... that's perhaps the nature of the feminine depictions of some males in Manga? Something I'll become more attuned to.
The storyline is progressing nicely. The art is great and the laughs keep coming.
At times I was reminded of early Cerebus which probably seems a weird association.
It was because of the parodying nature, and style of inking and mixing media styles particularly with buildings.
One thing, I was convinced the character Speed-O'-Sound Sonic was a female... that's perhaps the nature of the feminine depictions of some males in Manga? Something I'll become more attuned to.
jburch1991's review against another edition
4.0
Ahh..
I'm slowly, but surely still making my way through some great manga! I love Saitama a d his nonchalance for life. All he wants is for someone to put up a challenge. Is that so hard? Now, in the second book, he realizes that he has to register to become a "recognizable" hero. He'll get through it with Genes at his side.
I'm slowly, but surely still making my way through some great manga! I love Saitama a d his nonchalance for life. All he wants is for someone to put up a challenge. Is that so hard? Now, in the second book, he realizes that he has to register to become a "recognizable" hero. He'll get through it with Genes at his side.
plumtrees's review against another edition
5.0
i love ONE so much. and yusuke murata is a fantastic artist wow