Gensou Suikoden III: Unmei no Keishousha
- Genre: action adventure fantasy
- Author: shimizu aki
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- Year: Sep 21, 2002 to Apr 2006
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- Status： Finished
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Suikoden III is an A-class manga through and through, appealing both to those who have played the game and those who haven't. It's truly one of the best game adaptations I've come across in any medium. The manga takes the plot and characters from the game and improves upon them. Hugo, who was a rather generic JRPG lead in the game, gains depth and internal conflict about his role as the hero. Chris isn't just a cold-hearted antagonist anymore; she becomes more emotionally nuanced and enjoyable to follow. Geddoe remains incredibly badass, with his crew being equally impressive, while Thomas stays relatively unchanged. The intertwined stories of these characters are narrated more smoothly than the game's multiple chapters could manage.
The story mostly sticks to key points from the game but diverges significantly otherwise. Some supporting characters receive more attention here compared to the game, and vice versa, yet all 108 characters still make appearances.
Where this adaptation truly excels is in its art. Starting off strong, it only gets better as the artist becomes more attuned to the series. Characters are highly detailed and almost indistinguishable from official Konami artwork. The backgrounds are vibrant and superior to what you'd find in most manga. The art's greatness extends beyond mere detail; action sequences are sleek, easy to follow, and visually striking. The war battles are particularly impressive, feeling epic and meticulously crafted.
If you loved the game, read this manga. If you wanted to play the game but disliked the battles, read this. And if you've never played the game but enjoy great fantasy or war stories with lovable casts and compelling drama, then absolutely, read this.