I just finished Saver, and I couldn't resist writing a review. Here it goes (fingers crossed).
Saver is an incredible manhwa that kept me hooked from start to finish (I spent countless hours reading and finished it all in three days).
What first caught my attention was the stunning artwork. The art is genuinely remarkable, and I found myself pausing frequently to admire [insert character here], thinking, "Wow. [Character Name] is drawn so beautifully." I can be somewhat picky about art styles and won't even read a series if it doesn't appeal to me visually.
The story itself is fantastic, too. There were surprises and plot twists at every turn, keeping me on the edge of my seat (figuratively speaking, of course). For me, it had the perfect blend of romance, action, suspense, fantasy, and adventure (with a dash of gore). The narrative is intricate yet flows smoothly. Everything serves a purpose and isn't merely thrown in for no reason (as it should be).
What surprised me most, though, was how emotionally attached I became to the characters. My favorites would have to be Lena and Michael. Lena, our heroine, is a strong, beautiful, courageous young woman you can't help but like and want to support. Yes, she has some Mary-Sue qualities, but what do you expect from someone deemed "The Chosen One"? I really enjoyed watching Lena grow as a character. Michael is very mysterious, and he truly tugged at my heartstrings. I can't say much more about him without spoiling things (sorry), but I promise you'll love him (especially if you're a girl). He developed into a great character. Overall, the characters are diverse and well-rounded (no flat characters, no way).
I don't have anything else to add except that I thoroughly enjoyed this series. Even though I'm not a big fan of war, I still managed to love every bit of Saver. I rated Enjoyment 10 because I found myself enjoying every little part of this series, and it took me on an emotional rollercoaster ride (best.ride.ever.). And now, to end this little review, I'm going to recommend this to all of you who are reading this right now! Whether you're a romantic, an action-lover, or a fantasy enthusiast, I promise you'll thoroughly enjoy Saver! So what are you waiting for?
If you enjoy tales featuring strong female leads, this story is sure to capture your interest. The protagonist, Lena/Ley, consistently demonstrates her formidable strength as a woman. Excelling in swordsmanship, she holds the position of captain in her school's kendo club. When thrust into an unfamiliar world, she doesn't succumb to panic but instead takes immediate control of her circumstances. Throughout her adventures, she assumes a leadership role with remarkable strength and decisiveness.
The narrative unfolds during wartime, making death a recurring theme—be it enemies, innocent civilians, or allies. This backdrop ensures a steady stream of adventure and action. There's also a sufficient dose of romance to please fans of the genre, yet it never overshadows the central plot, maintaining a perfect balance.
Oh, I truly enjoy stories like this one. The protagonist gets entangled in something supernatural and ends up in another world. She falls for the handsome prince—a plot that might seem familiar—but it's distinct from other manga (or should I say manhwa).
Let's start with the storyline. Lena is the captain of her kendo team. She’s beautiful but a tomboy often mistaken for male. She unknowingly falls for her brother, leading to an incestuous tragedy. However, this won’t matter much later on. I'd elaborate more, but I don't want to spoil anything. Her brother's mother sends thugs after her and her mother, resulting in her mother's death and Lena fleeing. Suddenly, she's transported to another world. Injured, she's cared for by a prophet who reveals bits about her destiny, launching her adventure.
Keep in mind, she's consistently mistaken for male (until much later when her true gender is discovered). This allows her freedom in the new world. The queen seeks her life, but as Lena dresses as a male, she evades capture. Everything fits well without plot holes, making it thoughtfully crafted. The downside? Too many things happen at once. The king does something here, enemies do something else, Lena fights through armies—sometimes you forget parts of the story due to numerous characters causing confusion. Yet, this also adds realism and intrigue.
If you seek comedy, this manhwa isn't ideal. It's scarce in humor, though what little exists is funny, usually involving Lena's antics. I love romance and expected it, but given Lena's personality, I realized it would come later. Romance only appears towards the end, yet not the "happily ever after" ending I wanted. Instead, it concludes with "the evil was obliterated." Nonetheless, there's abundant action. Lena constantly faces trouble, fighting bandits or invading castles. She's been to ninja camps, battled in underground arenas, proving her coolness repeatedly.
The art initially didn't appeal to me—it didn't match my taste. Admittedly, it's unique. Honestly, my issue is their lips; every time I saw Lena's, I thought "carp." Beyond that, the art is great. There are impressive background scenes, each character unique. Only a few characters confused me due to my inattention. Characters meant to look alike aren't exact copies. Additionally, this manhwa is full of bishounens—every significant male character is good-looking, reflecting the mangaka's preferences. Females are pretty too, each with distinct traits and detailed costumes. The queen is the most annoying character, devilishly evil, always hindering Lena. Her annoyance feels fitting for the main villain, making you want to behead her as the series progresses.
Lena is my favorite because she's not weak. She takes care of herself, keeping readers engaged. Occasionally, despite her strength, she falls into ridiculous traps, making you wonder how. Then there's the king, who falls for a girl from his dreams. It's the only realistic scenario for a warrior female and a king to fall in love. What I admire about him is his realism—he doesn't abandon everything for selfish desires, making him unique. Naturally, feeling foolish for falling for someone he thought was a beautiful male mercenary is understandable.
Overall, this is a great series. Despite the numerous chapters, you'll never get bored. It's an excellent read when you have time.
Pros: Saver is an absolutely amazing manhwa. It's one of those books that you read, and then after you've finished, you think about the entire plot line and think, 'Wow. That was like ten novels put together.' Its plot is thick, entertaining, and complex but not overly dramatic. As an example of plot style, think of Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, long, deep read. The character profiles are well-built and really make you miss them after you've finished reading. Definitely one that I'll remember!
Cons: Only 6 of the 17 volumes were English translated by Tokyopop before it was discontinued. Therefore, for the other 11 volumes, I had to find a scanlation site. The different scanlators used various names for the characters throughout the series, which led to complications in reading. However, you eventually grasp the fact that Lady Linua is also Lady Lydia, etc.
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I just finished Saver, and I couldn't resist writing a review. Here it goes (fingers crossed).
Saver is an incredible manhwa that kept me hooked from start to finish (I spent countless hours reading and finished it all in three days).
What first caught my attention was the stunning artwork. The art is genuinely remarkable, and I found myself pausing frequently to admire [insert character here], thinking, "Wow. [Character Name] is drawn so beautifully." I can be somewhat picky about art styles and won't even read a series if it doesn't appeal to me visually.
The story itself is fantastic, too. There were surprises and plot twists at every turn, keeping me on the edge of my seat (figuratively speaking, of course). For me, it had the perfect blend of romance, action, suspense, fantasy, and adventure (with a dash of gore). The narrative is intricate yet flows smoothly. Everything serves a purpose and isn't merely thrown in for no reason (as it should be).
What surprised me most, though, was how emotionally attached I became to the characters. My favorites would have to be Lena and Michael. Lena, our heroine, is a strong, beautiful, courageous young woman you can't help but like and want to support. Yes, she has some Mary-Sue qualities, but what do you expect from someone deemed "The Chosen One"? I really enjoyed watching Lena grow as a character. Michael is very mysterious, and he truly tugged at my heartstrings. I can't say much more about him without spoiling things (sorry), but I promise you'll love him (especially if you're a girl). He developed into a great character. Overall, the characters are diverse and well-rounded (no flat characters, no way).
I don't have anything else to add except that I thoroughly enjoyed this series. Even though I'm not a big fan of war, I still managed to love every bit of Saver. I rated Enjoyment 10 because I found myself enjoying every little part of this series, and it took me on an emotional rollercoaster ride (best.ride.ever.). And now, to end this little review, I'm going to recommend this to all of you who are reading this right now! Whether you're a romantic, an action-lover, or a fantasy enthusiast, I promise you'll thoroughly enjoy Saver! So what are you waiting for?
If you enjoy tales featuring strong female leads, this story is sure to capture your interest. The protagonist, Lena/Ley, consistently demonstrates her formidable strength as a woman. Excelling in swordsmanship, she holds the position of captain in her school's kendo club. When thrust into an unfamiliar world, she doesn't succumb to panic but instead takes immediate control of her circumstances. Throughout her adventures, she assumes a leadership role with remarkable strength and decisiveness.
The narrative unfolds during wartime, making death a recurring theme—be it enemies, innocent civilians, or allies. This backdrop ensures a steady stream of adventure and action. There's also a sufficient dose of romance to please fans of the genre, yet it never overshadows the central plot, maintaining a perfect balance.
Oh, I truly enjoy stories like this one. The protagonist gets entangled in something supernatural and ends up in another world. She falls for the handsome prince—a plot that might seem familiar—but it's distinct from other manga (or should I say manhwa).
Let's start with the storyline. Lena is the captain of her kendo team. She’s beautiful but a tomboy often mistaken for male. She unknowingly falls for her brother, leading to an incestuous tragedy. However, this won’t matter much later on. I'd elaborate more, but I don't want to spoil anything. Her brother's mother sends thugs after her and her mother, resulting in her mother's death and Lena fleeing. Suddenly, she's transported to another world. Injured, she's cared for by a prophet who reveals bits about her destiny, launching her adventure.
Keep in mind, she's consistently mistaken for male (until much later when her true gender is discovered). This allows her freedom in the new world. The queen seeks her life, but as Lena dresses as a male, she evades capture. Everything fits well without plot holes, making it thoughtfully crafted. The downside? Too many things happen at once. The king does something here, enemies do something else, Lena fights through armies—sometimes you forget parts of the story due to numerous characters causing confusion. Yet, this also adds realism and intrigue.
If you seek comedy, this manhwa isn't ideal. It's scarce in humor, though what little exists is funny, usually involving Lena's antics. I love romance and expected it, but given Lena's personality, I realized it would come later. Romance only appears towards the end, yet not the "happily ever after" ending I wanted. Instead, it concludes with "the evil was obliterated." Nonetheless, there's abundant action. Lena constantly faces trouble, fighting bandits or invading castles. She's been to ninja camps, battled in underground arenas, proving her coolness repeatedly.
The art initially didn't appeal to me—it didn't match my taste. Admittedly, it's unique. Honestly, my issue is their lips; every time I saw Lena's, I thought "carp." Beyond that, the art is great. There are impressive background scenes, each character unique. Only a few characters confused me due to my inattention. Characters meant to look alike aren't exact copies. Additionally, this manhwa is full of bishounens—every significant male character is good-looking, reflecting the mangaka's preferences. Females are pretty too, each with distinct traits and detailed costumes. The queen is the most annoying character, devilishly evil, always hindering Lena. Her annoyance feels fitting for the main villain, making you want to behead her as the series progresses.
Lena is my favorite because she's not weak. She takes care of herself, keeping readers engaged. Occasionally, despite her strength, she falls into ridiculous traps, making you wonder how. Then there's the king, who falls for a girl from his dreams. It's the only realistic scenario for a warrior female and a king to fall in love. What I admire about him is his realism—he doesn't abandon everything for selfish desires, making him unique. Naturally, feeling foolish for falling for someone he thought was a beautiful male mercenary is understandable.
Overall, this is a great series. Despite the numerous chapters, you'll never get bored. It's an excellent read when you have time.
Pros: Saver is an absolutely amazing manhwa. It's one of those books that you read, and then after you've finished, you think about the entire plot line and think, 'Wow. That was like ten novels put together.' Its plot is thick, entertaining, and complex but not overly dramatic. As an example of plot style, think of Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, long, deep read. The character profiles are well-built and really make you miss them after you've finished reading. Definitely one that I'll remember!
Cons: Only 6 of the 17 volumes were English translated by Tokyopop before it was discontinued. Therefore, for the other 11 volumes, I had to find a scanlation site. The different scanlators used various names for the characters throughout the series, which led to complications in reading. However, you eventually grasp the fact that Lady Linua is also Lady Lydia, etc.