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writing_badger's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
everlaerian's review against another edition
3.0
Overall Rating: 15/ 10 - No joke, I recommend it unless you have absolutely no sense of humour!
There is so much I can say about Gintama. And yet not enough. I read a few chapters in the past, not much but enough to enjoy it. I just never got to continue it. Coming from the same era as Naruto, Bleach, Fairy Tail and other series, there is just so much i could read in my spare time. But now, I found time to read the series and watch the tv show and it is far from disappointing.
Gintama is a one of a kind manga set in Edo after the invasion of aliens called Amantos. In a era where samurais are a thing of the past, Gintoki along side Shinpachi and Kagura perform odd jobs in an episodic way in order to pay their monthly rent. The series focuses on running gags, old and current, drawing references from the screens, currents news, Japanese culture and even other manga series. I would describe it as the South Park of mangas with nothing but gags and no morals for you to learn from (Even though Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei had the same use of reference but from literally works, it still had morals and more of a dramatic tone to it).
The running gags are infinite but as the story progressed, the addition of main arcs became apparent. Well written, the arcs added a more serious tone to the episodic genre of Gintama but also slowly presented us with past events and how certain characters were today. The arcs aren't too long, lasting no more than 5 chapters (last arcs have been longer than usual), removing the dragging effect that most series have. Breaking the 4th wall, Gintama makes fun of itself and apologizes for any offence it could give to it readers with recurrent Jump gags.
Each character having their own personality, going as far as giving them "outrageous" faults, such as eating everything with mayonnaise/ spicy food, or being sadistic to a point of no return. Every component in this series is flawless and makes Gintama truly one of a kind.
Unfortunately, I have yet to compete the series as it is in its final arc (Been two years man!!!) but hopefully it will end on a good and comical note. After all, most plots are pretty closed off as the author leaves no stone unturned.
Do I recommend it?
There is so much I can say about Gintama. And yet not enough. I read a few chapters in the past, not much but enough to enjoy it. I just never got to continue it. Coming from the same era as Naruto, Bleach, Fairy Tail and other series, there is just so much i could read in my spare time. But now, I found time to read the series and watch the tv show and it is far from disappointing.
Gintama is a one of a kind manga set in Edo after the invasion of aliens called Amantos. In a era where samurais are a thing of the past, Gintoki along side Shinpachi and Kagura perform odd jobs in an episodic way in order to pay their monthly rent. The series focuses on running gags, old and current, drawing references from the screens, currents news, Japanese culture and even other manga series. I would describe it as the South Park of mangas with nothing but gags and no morals for you to learn from (Even though Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei had the same use of reference but from literally works, it still had morals and more of a dramatic tone to it).
The running gags are infinite but as the story progressed, the addition of main arcs became apparent. Well written, the arcs added a more serious tone to the episodic genre of Gintama but also slowly presented us with past events and how certain characters were today. The arcs aren't too long, lasting no more than 5 chapters (last arcs have been longer than usual), removing the dragging effect that most series have. Breaking the 4th wall, Gintama makes fun of itself and apologizes for any offence it could give to it readers with recurrent Jump gags.
Each character having their own personality, going as far as giving them "outrageous" faults, such as eating everything with mayonnaise/ spicy food, or being sadistic to a point of no return. Every component in this series is flawless and makes Gintama truly one of a kind.
Unfortunately, I have yet to compete the series as it is in its final arc (Been two years man!!!) but hopefully it will end on a good and comical note. After all, most plots are pretty closed off as the author leaves no stone unturned.
Do I recommend it?
nightshade_novels's review against another edition
2.0
Another random selection of really odd stories.
elektra_eris's review against another edition
4.0
These are really weird and random with like no plot at all, but funny and I love the characters?? idk. I think I read that there are actually arcs soon so maybe that will help me understand the world and such better.
carol2596's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.0
teaandpirates's review against another edition
4.0
These are really weird and random with like no plot at all, but funny and I love the characters?? idk. I think I read that there are actually arcs soon so maybe that will help me understand the world and such better.
caphewritings's review
3.0
định cho 5 sao chỉ vì chap 42, 43, 44 nhưng chỗ còn lại không hay đến mức đó nên [sighs]
naye's review
Yessss there is so much metaplot in this! The Tendoushuu are named and introduced! The Shinsengumi's relationship with the Bakufu! Matsudaira bursts onto the stage! And Okita goes to the Yorozuya to have Gintoki solve a problem he is prohibited from. All very interesting stuff.
Also the whole thing with Oshou fighting as Gidoumaru to raise money for his adopted kids is pretty intense and emotional and is the very first time we see a hint of Gintoki's reaction to children and mentor-figures. (It's very well repressed but Sorachi certainly put something in there already.)
It's the first time the Shinsengumi and the Yorozuya really team up, and the whole thing is pretty magnificent.
Then there's a Sacchan and lot of random food poisoning and... Elizabeth dating a nurse and... just. Gintama being Gintama. But even the bear with a mushroom on its head has a tragic backstory, and so it goes from comedy to tears before you're quite aware what's even happening.
Favorite random panel: Kagura in her pjs and bedhead rushing in to wake up Gin-chan, with Shinpachi trying to stop her (because Gin-chan is currently covered in Sacchan) and they look so much like siblings!
Also the whole thing with Oshou fighting as Gidoumaru to raise money for his adopted kids is pretty intense and emotional and is the very first time we see a hint of Gintoki's reaction to children and mentor-figures. (It's very well repressed but Sorachi certainly put something in there already.)
It's the first time the Shinsengumi and the Yorozuya really team up, and the whole thing is pretty magnificent.
Then there's a Sacchan and lot of random food poisoning and... Elizabeth dating a nurse and... just. Gintama being Gintama. But even the bear with a mushroom on its head has a tragic backstory, and so it goes from comedy to tears before you're quite aware what's even happening.
Favorite random panel: Kagura in her pjs and bedhead rushing in to wake up Gin-chan, with Shinpachi trying to stop her (because Gin-chan is currently covered in Sacchan) and they look so much like siblings!
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