I cant finish this, dropped 100 chaps before the end. The story is great and all and i would appreciate if someone would spoiler me the ending. The main issues are that It fails to deliver regarding certain 4 characters,too much hype was put torwarda them just for them to be random secondary characters. The main villain Is also a bit lame he seems to lack basic intelligence and plannin, a bit umbecoming of someone associated with ******. Romance is actually creepy if its headed torwards the cover of the book(look up grooming). For me its a 6.5/10, rated above average because i like the settings, the powers, and the thunder guy.
I really liked both stories. But this second part is pretty disappointing. Was not happy with the turn of events. It would have been better where it left off with the first book. I think the whole second book is a big let down. And sad for Kimberly. She still doesn’t get a fully happy ending.
Overall, this was a pretty good story. The artwork is appealing, the characters are likable, and there's a great tsundere lead. The protagonist, though, is a perverted fool who dreams of having a harem but ends up with none. The elements of jealousy, unexpected twists, and a well-balanced dose of comedy make it enjoyable.
It was refreshing that it wasn't a typical harem story, as those can feel overused. However, the narrative still left room for a harem scenario to work.
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My main issue with the story was when the protagonist had an actual chance to achieve his dream harem, but the main female character wouldn't allow it. Honestly, I wouldn't have minded if they were childhood friends or if she'd been his girlfriend from the start, but that wasn't the case. And frankly, that one moment was the only thing that truly bothered me about the entire story. To clarify, I'm not upset that it wasn't a harem story overall, but it might have been better if the author hadn't included that scene or had leaned into making it a harem at some point because of that specific moment.
That particular scene really annoyed me and slightly diminished my appreciation for the story.
<p>tl;dr: A rather peculiar romance manga that, despite its lack of depth, remains fairly entertaining.<br /><br />This manga is an adaptation of a light novel and is unusual in that it presents itself as a generic harem series but ultimately isn't one. The story revolves around Inukami trainers who can form contracts with dog spirits known as Inukami to tackle various supernatural occurrences. These trainers can contract multiple Inukami, which are predominantly depicted as cute girls, setting up a typical harem scenario. However, the protagonist, Keita, forms only one contract—with a girl named Yoko. Although Keita is a pervert who yearns for more contracts, Yoko is extremely possessive and won't allow it.<br /><br />At this juncture, it's essentially a standard romance tale, but what makes it odd is its insistence on emphasizing that it isn't a harem story. This is highlighted by Yoko frequently acting like a jealous girlfriend, and also woven into broader elements of the narrative. Most recurring side characters are part of Keita's cousin Kaoru's harem, providing a contrast to Keita and Yoko's dynamic. Yet, it's not critiquing harems since Kaoru's relationships with his Inukami are portrayed positively. Essentially, the entire premise seems geared toward humorously pointing out that Keita can't secure a harem. Simultaneously, many of Kaoru's Inukami appear fond of Keita, leaving the overall intention unclear. It's just an odd setup all around.<br /><br />As for Keita and Yoko themselves, they're an acceptable couple, I suppose. They do experience some relationship development and grow closer over the course of the manga, though it's not particularly well-developed. It feels like portions dedicated to this in the light novel might have been skipped, although I haven't read the LN so I can't confirm. Yoko does undergo character development, starting off as outright mean but softening significantly, which, while not executed perfectly, is handled better than their relationship progression. There's an overarching plot thread concerning Yoko's background, but as far as the manga progresses, it's barely touched upon and doesn't advance.<br /><br />Consequently, the plot mainly consists of episodic adventures where the cast deals with various supernatural phenomena. These episodes are generally solid due to effective comedy. The manga fails to create much investment in the characters or the storyline. The ending mirrors what you'd expect from a manga forced to conclude an ongoing story: insignificant and lacking in substance, yet still striving for an emotional finale, which manages to land decently.<br /><br />The art style focuses on cuteness and is serviceable. Neither particularly impressive nor poor in terms of quality or style, it adequately serves its purpose. This is definitely not a manga you'd pick up for the art.</p>
Inukami was an entertaining read, but it didn't leave a particularly unique impression compared to other works with somewhat similar premises.
Story - The plot is straightforward and easy to follow. The story leans heavily into comedy. I felt the series was too brief, so brief that it couldn't fully explore its potential. While the humor elicited a few chuckles or smiles, it didn't make me laugh out loud.
Art - The art style is undeniably cute, which could be seen as either positive or negative depending on personal preference. However, it doesn't quite reach the level of being awe-inspiring.
Characters - The two main characters are enjoyable, while the supporting cast ranges from slightly tolerable to mildly likable. They are introduced with fixed personalities and experience little to no growth throughout the series.
Overall - For what it aimed to achieve, Inukami felt rather average. If you appreciate light (very light) comedy paired with adorable characters, this series might be worth checking out.
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It was refreshing that it wasn't a typical harem story, as those can feel overused. However, the narrative still left room for a harem scenario to work.
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[Spoiler alert - this only reveals part of the story]
My main issue with the story was when the protagonist had an actual chance to achieve his dream harem, but the main female character wouldn't allow it. Honestly, I wouldn't have minded if they were childhood friends or if she'd been his girlfriend from the start, but that wasn't the case. And frankly, that one moment was the only thing that truly bothered me about the entire story. To clarify, I'm not upset that it wasn't a harem story overall, but it might have been better if the author hadn't included that scene or had leaned into making it a harem at some point because of that specific moment.
That particular scene really annoyed me and slightly diminished my appreciation for the story.
Story - The plot is straightforward and easy to follow. The story leans heavily into comedy. I felt the series was too brief, so brief that it couldn't fully explore its potential. While the humor elicited a few chuckles or smiles, it didn't make me laugh out loud.
Art - The art style is undeniably cute, which could be seen as either positive or negative depending on personal preference. However, it doesn't quite reach the level of being awe-inspiring.
Characters - The two main characters are enjoyable, while the supporting cast ranges from slightly tolerable to mildly likable. They are introduced with fixed personalities and experience little to no growth throughout the series.
Overall - For what it aimed to achieve, Inukami felt rather average. If you appreciate light (very light) comedy paired with adorable characters, this series might be worth checking out.