Issunboshi: A Graphic Novel by Ryan Lang

Issunboshi: A Graphic Novel

Ryan Lang with Steve Wands

204 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction graphic novel

Description

 An epic graphic novel retelling of the Japanese folktale about the one-inch Samurai, Issunboshi.In a feudal Japan where creatures of myth and folklore are real, a demon sets out to reforge an ancient weapon to take over the world. The only person...

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Community Reviews Summary of 79 reviews

Moods

adventurous 94%
hopeful 44%
inspiring 41%
lighthearted 26%
mysterious 17%
emotional 14%
challenging 11%
reflective 11%
funny 8%
tense 8%
dark 2%
relaxing 2%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 88%
medium 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 55% | A mix: 34% | Character: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 73% | N/A: 11% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 36% | N/A: 16% | It's complicated: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 48% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.78

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