Kanojo-tachi no X-Day

Story: 8/10
Four individuals, comprising three students and a teacher, convene in a school chat room. They collectively attribute their struggles to the institution, leading them to contemplate its destruction. As they grow closer, they discover that their issues extend beyond the school's walls. Together, they start supporting each other in confronting their personal challenges. 'Loneliness' emerges as a central theme of the narrative.

Art: 9/10
The artwork complements the serious tone of the story; there are no exaggerated expressions or chibi-style characters. The illustrations sometimes vividly convey the characters' anguish. While backgrounds may occasionally be sparse, this often enhances the scene's impact. Some panels feature mere 'screenshots' from online conversations, which effectively simulate real digital interactions, providing an authentic sense of how the characters communicate.

Character: 10/10
Each character is distinct with unique personal dilemmas. Jangalian, a cantankerous biology teacher, is tormented by his boss's daughter and frustrated by his pupils. Eleven feels overwhelmed by life after being abandoned by her boyfriend for a younger woman who excels in areas where Eleven once thrived. Mr. Money suffers abuse from his mother, who blames him for her own misfortunes, making him fearful of women. Polaris is shy and reserved in her school uniform but transforms into a different person when dressed as a gothic lolita.

Enjoyment: 9/10
This manga isn't suited for those seeking light-hearted stories filled with joy and cheerful characters. It presents a stark contrast, showcasing four ordinary individuals grappling with their problems. Central to this is the universal experience of loneliness. I found the manga deeply engaging, resonating with experiences many readers might relate to.

Overall: 9/10
It's an exceptional manga blending psychological elements with a touch of romance. It illustrates how personal issues can drag one down and how friends can uplift you. Importantly, it conveys that blowing up your problems isn't always the solution.

In general, I do not like the genre to which the manga belongs. I thought some repetitive themes would occur, but that wasn't the case. It was quite the opposite.

Aesthetically, it is not very appealing and seems like some generic 90's manga that could easily be discarded.

It wasn't necessary for terrible or incredible events to happen for me to relate to the characters. The simplest things were what made me see myself in them.

The little things we do to ourselves are what hold us back, and it is these very small actions that lead us to make the biggest mistakes in our lives. That’s what I took away from this work; it's what made me reflect.

I picked up this manga on a whim after reading some reviews.
WOW! I started reading it just before bed, intending to read only a little, but ended up finishing the entire volume in one sitting. That's very unusual for me these days, as I tend to fall asleep more easily than I did 20 years ago (yes, I'm old). But it says something that I actually turned off the light, then turned it back on, walked over to the shelf, and grabbed Volume Two because I HAD TO know what happened next.
The story and characters are outstanding—you really get a sense of the angst and pressures of school life, and the fluctuating nature of those times. The emotions never feel forced or fake.
I went into this manga expecting the protagonists to be bad, but they never come across as evil or wrong. Misguided, yes—but you also feel like they're trapped.
I especially liked the emotional depth of Mr. Money—the conflicting, contradictory events in his life are puzzling, but the rationalizations he uses hit close to what I've seen in real life. And the teacher without a clear goal or purpose resonates with me more as I get older—I sometimes feel that way too.
The art is good; it neither adds nor detracts from the story. It shifts between detailed and austere as the scene demands.
I found this manga highly enjoyable, full of pure drama and thought-provoking moments. This manga has earned a permanent spot on my shelf :~)

Okay, so this is my first review, so please bear with me.

Story:
X-Day revolves around a group of kids who meet in an online forum. They discuss how much they despise school and can't wait to escape into the real world, similar to what happens in reality. When a user named 11 expresses her wish for school to vanish, another user, Polaris, proposes an outrageous plan: to blow up the school! 11, Polaris, along with two other members from the chat room, unite to plot the actual destruction of the school.

I admit, the premise is somewhat bizarre, but the author writes it in such a believable and less crazy manner.

Art: 6
One of the weaker points, but it's not terrible. The details are quite impressive.

Characters: 10
This was my favorite aspect because you could truly feel their pain. Their emotions were completely understandable. The frustration and anxiety the characters felt were very relatable. The sense of depression even when you have an almost perfect life. Mostly, the feeling that the world is closing in on you and the idea of suicide looms, but you know you can never go through with it. You genuinely understand the characters' motivations.

Enjoyment: 8
I really enjoyed the story.

Overall: 8
The story was incredibly intriguing, and the characters were highly relatable despite the artwork not being as great as it could have been.