Ok, first things first, unlike most anime that are based on manga adaptations, this manga has NOTHING to do with the anime. It's a more serious take on what is otherwise a cutesy comedic TV show. In fact, it’s mostly based on the visual novel "Project G.A." and some elements from its sequel "Moonlit Lovers."
Story -
The story itself isn't overly original. Eonia captures the moon goddess Shatoyarn and aims to take over the White Moon. It falls upon the Angel Brigade to stop him at all costs while simultaneously dealing with their new commander, whom they don’t trust. The catch here is that the happier the Angels are, the better their Emblem Frames perform in battle against Eonia. Thus, it’s the commander’s job to make them happy, even if it means making them fall in love with him.
Art -
The art (all drawn by Kanan) is absolutely stunning. Whether or not you find it amazing might be subjective, but I personally thought it was incredible.
Character -
I believe the main characters of the Angel Brigade are the best part of this manga. They may not seem special if you just happen to stumble upon the manga, but if you’ve watched all four seasons of the anime, these characters will definitely grow on you. Seeing their more serious and depressing sides in the manga will intrigue readers who have followed the series. There’s Milfeulle, the cheerful girl who loves cooking and has extreme luck; Ranpha, the tsundere-type character interested in romance and fortune telling; Mint, the mind reader who easily distrusts people; Forte, the gun enthusiast; Vanilla, your typical kuudere who barely does much besides having a few short moments to remind you she exists; Chitose, who comes later in the series and has a more serious role in the sequel Beta (and is probably the most interesting character); and finally, Takuto, who initially seems like a pervert and a slacker but has an air of trustworthiness about him.
Enjoyment -
If you’re a longtime Galaxy Angel fan like I was, reading this manga with its serious storyline feels refreshing, maybe even a dream come true. However, for the average manga reader, it might not hold much appeal beyond the adorable book covers. Also, keep in mind that the sequel is more entertaining than this one, but it’s not worth going through five books just to get there. So yeah, if you really want to dive into this manga, watch all four seasons of the anime first.
Popular Reviews
Ok, first things first, unlike most anime that are based on manga adaptations, this manga has NOTHING to do with the anime. It's a more serious take on what is otherwise a cutesy comedic TV show. In fact, it’s mostly based on the visual novel "Project G.A." and some elements from its sequel "Moonlit Lovers."
Story -
The story itself isn't overly original. Eonia captures the moon goddess Shatoyarn and aims to take over the White Moon. It falls upon the Angel Brigade to stop him at all costs while simultaneously dealing with their new commander, whom they don’t trust. The catch here is that the happier the Angels are, the better their Emblem Frames perform in battle against Eonia. Thus, it’s the commander’s job to make them happy, even if it means making them fall in love with him.
Art -
The art (all drawn by Kanan) is absolutely stunning. Whether or not you find it amazing might be subjective, but I personally thought it was incredible.
Character -
I believe the main characters of the Angel Brigade are the best part of this manga. They may not seem special if you just happen to stumble upon the manga, but if you’ve watched all four seasons of the anime, these characters will definitely grow on you. Seeing their more serious and depressing sides in the manga will intrigue readers who have followed the series. There’s Milfeulle, the cheerful girl who loves cooking and has extreme luck; Ranpha, the tsundere-type character interested in romance and fortune telling; Mint, the mind reader who easily distrusts people; Forte, the gun enthusiast; Vanilla, your typical kuudere who barely does much besides having a few short moments to remind you she exists; Chitose, who comes later in the series and has a more serious role in the sequel Beta (and is probably the most interesting character); and finally, Takuto, who initially seems like a pervert and a slacker but has an air of trustworthiness about him.
Enjoyment -
If you’re a longtime Galaxy Angel fan like I was, reading this manga with its serious storyline feels refreshing, maybe even a dream come true. However, for the average manga reader, it might not hold much appeal beyond the adorable book covers. Also, keep in mind that the sequel is more entertaining than this one, but it’s not worth going through five books just to get there. So yeah, if you really want to dive into this manga, watch all four seasons of the anime first.
7/10