Beastly Cursed

I read all of her books and because I love them so much, I am reading this series all over again! It’s seriously THAT GOOD! This was the first book I read of Muse and me coming back to reread it must mean it’s a great story. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions and excitement!

Valkyrie Profile initially started as a video game for the PlayStation. It has recently seen a sequel and has caught the eye of many doujinshi artists. Nonetheless, this is the official manga adaptation published by GanGan Comics, endorsed by Enix.

[STORY] Given the vastness of the game's narrative, the plot had to be significantly trimmed and condensed into a two-volume manga. Consequently, the quality of storytelling is affected. It is recommended that readers have played the game to better understand the manga and fill in any gaps themselves, though it is not essential. Since the reader is presumed to know the game's plot points, the manga can delve deeper into characters and events that were previously skimmed over. For instance, we gain more insights into Loki, which enriches our understanding and enjoyment when playing Valkyrie Profile.

[ART] The artwork is stunning, aligning perfectly with the style and mood of the game and its representation of Norse mythology. The pages are straightforward and clean, yet the characters are meticulously detailed.

[CHARACTER] Several characters experience limited explanation and development due to the manga's length restrictions. Some characters have been entirely removed. However, for those who remain, we can appreciate the subtle details and hints provided.

[OVERALL] This is an admirable adaptation of a game that is quite daunting in terms of story and character scope. The manga excels with Lenneth and introduces a fresh dimension to the story for us to enjoy. Personally, after reading the manga, I was inspired to replay the game.

Woo! Rushed! Woosh-waddaboom-crash! Done!  

That's the feeling I'm left with after finishing this manga. It attempts to tell an epic story, but with only 12 chapters at 30 pages each, there just isn't much room to work with. The story itself was genuinely interesting, especially because of its Norse Mythology setting (as a Norwegian, that really caught my attention). It had all the elements it needed for greatness, but it lacked the length to fully explore them, leaving it feeling rushed. Lenneth's quest to find the Einherjar doesn't feel as grand as it should; only a handful of Einherjar are showcased, which diminishes the impact.  

The characters, naturally, also have limited space for introduction and development, and this is where the manga struggles the most. While they all showed potential, with subtle hints pointing toward deeper personalities, their growth feels hurried. This prevented me from forming any real connection with them, which is crucial for me in any series. Whether it's Lenneth's love story, her journey to recover her memories and awaken, or the arcs of other characters, everything unfolds too quickly.  

On the bright side, the artwork shines brilliantly. A great deal of care is given to detail and quality, and the style complements the manga's Norse-inspired world perfectly. The character designs are excellent (though their heads occasionally appear slightly elongated). Background details and page layouts are also quite impressive—kudos to the artist for that!  

In conclusion, Valkyrie Profile is a solid manga, but its short run makes it feel overly compressed and hurried. It tries to cover too much ground in too little time.

Thoroughly enjoyed the whirlwind that was Roman and Aella! As always, so beautifully written, flowed well, full of twists and turns that’ll keep you on your toes. This author truly never misses, which is one of the many reasons they’re one of my favorites on here. Excited for what’s to come :)

Wow, author great work

Ending kinda disappointed me, was too rushed in my opinion.

yeah he does lmao

I really, really like reading this novels.