Katekyou Hitman Reborn!

This manga is absolutely fantastic from my perspective. A friend mentioned it to me, so I decided to give it a try. I was instantly captivated. The artwork was stylish, and the plot was incredible, exactly the kind of manga I enjoy. It begins with a comedic tone, but as you progress through the chapters, it shifts into intense action-packed sequences. Plus, it's centered around the mafia, which is quite uncommon in the manga world.

And I completely adore the characters! Especially because the main character starts off as weak and utterly useless. This setup provides excellent comedic moments.

I got into KHR through the anime, I suppose. Whenever I was on Instagram debating about who the strongest anime character was, Tsuna's name would come up. There was always this one picture of him with flames that made me think, "This guy is a total badass," and he seemed pretty strong, so I wanted to watch the anime to see him in action.

I looked up the anime only to find out it was quite old and didn't have a dub (personally, I like watching older anime in dub). Even though it was old, I still planned to watch it. Then I saw it had a lot of filler mixed episodes, so I decided to read the manga instead.

The first 55 or so chapters had me really questioning if it was worth reading. But after that, everything started to come together—the characters we all love, the plot, and my overall enjoyment skyrocketed tenfold. Every time I finished a chapter, the next one just got even better. I literally couldn't stop reading it whenever I had the chance. I'd start reading and honestly enjoyed every moment of it. To be honest, once you pass the first 55ish chapters, you're in for a very enjoyable ride.

One of my all-time favorite manga... 10/10 would not recommend, as KHR has so many issues that I can't even list them all off the top of my head. The enjoyment really depends on your personal taste and how attached you become to the characters. For me, it was an enjoyable read, and I can certainly understand why it was once a cornerstone of the shonen genre, receiving high scores in numerous reviews. However, it's also clear why many other shonen series have since surpassed it. Overall, it was a good read!

Katekyo Hitman Reborn! is probably one of the funniest manga I've ever read. When I first encountered it, the illustrations seemed quite rough and unappealing (perhaps the artist, who is female, was attempting a "boy-style" approach?). However, the storyline was wickedly humorous. Seriously, who comes up with stories about infant hitmen wielding guns?

As the plot unfolds, it increasingly feels like a comedy rather than a typical super shonen-fighting manga. Tsuna and his gang find themselves in various mischievous situations that get resolved within one or two chapters. This is why I rated its "Enjoyment" factor as 7. For around 60 chapters, things are amusing but somewhat dull. Then, the story truly starts getting interesting.

New characters are introduced, story arcs develop, and adversaries aiming to thwart Tsuna and his friends appear, growing stronger with each arc. I got genuinely engrossed with all the friends, enemies, allies, and so on. There were so many that you could almost lose count—but the characters, I believe, are one of the best parts of the story.

There are so many characters to love or hate! The good guys range from Tsuna, the initially pathetic loser turned mafia leader of the Vongola, to Lambo, the hilariously annoying crybaby in a cow costume. The bad guys include Xanxus, the surly and arrogant leader of the Vongola assassination squad, and Byakuran, the marshmallow-loving, easygoing guy whose power and influence are absurd.

The storyline transforms from slapstick comedy into a full-blown shonen epic. Forget guns, swords, dynamite, or grenades—this manga can pull off anything, including magical rings and bazookas that can transport you ten years into the future!

If you're looking for comedy, great fight scenes, incredibly diverse characters, sweet tales about friendship and bonds, and even some romance (Tsuna has girl troubles), then you need to check out Katekyo Hitman Reborn! I wholeheartedly recommend it!

I initially watched the anime and, being my first foray into the genre, I was completely captivated by it. When I discovered that there were additional stories in the manga, I immediately began reading and became thoroughly engrossed in its narrative.

Starting from the beginning was a wise decision as there were numerous chapters not included in the anime, and similarly, some episodes in the anime didn't appear in the manga.

Hitman Reborn stands out as one of the finest anime and manga series available. I highly recommend both reading and watching it because you can glean many valuable lessons from it. You'll witness the characters' growth and share in their experiences as you progress through the story.

You will definitely not regret diving into the manga or the anime.

Katekyo Hitman Reborn is a cult classic within the Shonen genre. Its premise is quirky even by usual standards, and the abrupt shift from comedy to action may initially confuse you. However, this manga stands out among its peers due to its remarkable character development, unique story arcs, and a balanced blend of comedy and action/adventure.

The plot revolves around a young boy named Tsunayoshi Sawada, nicknamed "No-Good Tsuna," who unwillingly becomes the student of an infant in a suit and hat named Reborn. The twist? Tsuna must become the 10th head of the Vongola mafia family, while he desires nothing more than an ordinary middle school life. What follows might seem predictable at first glance, but it's far from it.

The initial chapters are primarily comedic, featuring recurring gags that add humor throughout. Tsuna serves as the butt of jokes, often misunderstood or mistreated by others. Occasionally, he performs heroic acts, earns admiring glances from his crush (which he never notices), and then falls asleep exhausted, only to repeat the cycle the next day. His room gets destroyed repeatedly for laughs, with visible cracks and bandages becoming a running joke. He also acquires numerous oddball roommates early on, who remain with him throughout the series.

After a brief introduction, the story quickly transitions into serious arcs. Characters previously seen in comedic roles now engage in intense battles that Tsuna must face. While comedy still occasionally lightens the mood, entire chapters devoted purely to comedy skits disappear after the introductory phase. This change is bittersweet, but fear not—there’s much more engaging content ahead.

What follows is a series of glorious battles and character interactions, each more memorable than the last. Notably, the anime adaptation does an excellent job capturing these elements, making it worth watching. However, the anime doesn’t cover the entire manga, though it includes some decent filler arcs. If you’ve watched the anime and wonder if reading the manga is worthwhile, it definitely is—but finding a good translation or purchasing a hard copy can be challenging.

The art style has room for improvement, and fight scenes can sometimes be confusing to follow. Additionally, the work lacks a certain focus overall and leans into the "friendship is magic" trope towards the end. Despite these minor drawbacks, Katekyo Hitman Reborn remains a truly special entry in the shonen manga canon and is well worth exploring if you have any interest in the genre.

Katekyo Hitman Reborn! is an entertaining story filled with humorous scenarios, endearing characters, and a captivating plot. I stumbled upon this manga through a popular reading app, and it immediately caught my eye. Initially, I didn't think much of the direction or plot developments, but I enjoyed the fun and laughter that always surrounded the characters. As the story progressed, I found myself increasingly intrigued by the plot involving Tsuna and Reborn. The concept of Reborn is so unique and expansive. This interesting take on the Shonen genre kept me reading.

I was glad I continued because soon enough, the story took a "dark" turn, which shocked me with its heightened intensity. The stakes rose, and the plot thickened, making me realize I was in for an amazing journey. From there, every aspect—characters, scenery, situations—became more impressive with each arc. The story developed a strong sense of family, exactly what I was looking for, and the cast felt close and likable. Their relationships were enjoyable and vibrant, never getting old. Each character's design was great, with their own quirks and dynamics. There were moments when I became deeply engrossed and emotional over certain actions taken by the characters. I even found myself seriously worried and anxious during tense parts. The writer did a fantastic job portraying the bonds between enemies and friends.

However, one part I didn’t enjoy was the strange story progression surrounding the main character near the end, leading to a disappointing culmination. The ending is controversial among readers, but I still urge anyone to finish the book and form their own opinion. If you appreciate fun-loving, comical interactions among characters, great Shonen tropes, and an overall intriguingly novel story, I highly recommend reading this.

This manga is absolutely worth trying if you have the patience or a taste for gag manga beyond action shounen. For the first 65 chapters, it primarily consists of one-shot stories that depict the somewhat comedic daily life of the main character, Tsuna, with many key characters introduced during this time. My advice: don't let these chapters mislead you into thinking Reborn! is a boring manga filled with filler-like plots. It really isn't because after these chapters, the series becomes very, very good—similar to how Darker Than Black unfolds, for those familiar with that anime. It takes its time to amaze viewers.

After the aforementioned daily life arc, the series' mood shifts dramatically and surprises readers with serious plot and character development, especially since you mostly see them fooling around in the first arc. From then on, the seriousness continues as the gag-style plots are phased out, making way for an excellent action shounen manga. Getting to those chapters feels like finding hidden treasure. It's a shame that people drop this manga because they couldn't endure the first arc.

Another great aspect of Reborn! is its fantastic art style that evolves throughout the entire series—a visual feast! Enjoy the journey as it transforms from light-hearted comedy to intense action, offering something for everyone along the way.

I've finished reading it again and thought I might as well write a review.

I enjoyed reading it and never felt like dropping it (any time I've read it), but it never felt like a masterpiece either so I don't get all these 9 or 10 reviews.

The best part of the manga to me? Lambo-san, I just love that little guy, and so almost every page he's in gets a 10 from me. I'm sure many must have been annoyed by him.

The worst part for me? It just tried to be too much and doesn't manage any right. For close to 70 chapters it's a slice-of-life comic manga without much plot. This is definitely not my style, but I'm sure it could please many. After that, it becomes an action-packed story with power-ups appearing just when they're needed with no interesting reason behind them. Power-ups even change some characters' weapons back and forth with again no good explanation (SPOILER: A guy trains and goes from wielding 1 sword to 4, then trains to wield 2... SPOILER: awesome logic!).

Let's not skip how annoying the main guy is. Yes, he has to be for the story to work, but it's not best for the reader's enjoyment... To me, his battles were the most boring out of all.

There are many characters that are pretty cool but unfortunately, they get little time, instead we have to read "To The Extreme" over and over again... That one character is so clumsy that he can't go down stairs without falling yet is one of the strongest in the story, that would work greatly in a comedy manga, but in a fighting one it feels too weird...

It also forces too many things to happen for the sake of enjoyment of the story, but it doesn't feel that good when it is so forced so it's difficult to enjoy...

SPOILER: Tsuna and his family pretty much being copies from the first family... Them also getting a brother family, that is so similar to them, and oh so strangely, the ones that get along the best between the families are the ones fighting against each other... SPOILER

This is one of the most underrated series, if not the most underrated series I have ever watched or read. Apart from the first 20 episodes or so, which were incredibly slow, this series easily ranks in the S-tier. I will try to write this response with as little bias as possible, considering it's my second favorite battle shonen at the moment. Let's start with the story (8). It isn't anything groundbreaking, but it's an easy-to-follow and enjoyable narrative, which is about as good as you can get for a battle shonen. Next up is the art (9). There was a point in the final arc where the author rushed the artwork during the Jager vs Coalition front and Tsuna segments, but that was because the series was cancelled and he had to meet deadlines. Aside from that, it features some excellent panels with fights that are easy to follow yet still visually appealing. The characters and their development (10) are top-notch. Tsuna and Gokudera stand out particularly. Tsuna transforms from a weak, annoying, shy loser into a strong, outgoing force, while Gokudera evolves from someone who can't trust anyone and shuts everyone out to a more enjoyable character. Enjoyment (10): Some of the best fights I've ever seen in any anime or manga, honestly. Each character, especially Tsuna, understanding how to utilize their own abilities makes the battles that much better. Overall, the series gets a 9.4.