Taiho shichau zo, titled "You're under arrested!" by Dark Horse Publishing (which only managed to publish a few chapters before abandoning the translation altogether), is a relatively light seinen manga with occasional nudity. It features two policewomen, Natsumi and Miyuki, embarking on episodic adventures in each chapter. These episodes typically focus on capturing criminals, performing various police duties, or simply engaging in activities characteristic of 1980s anime heroines.
The characters are rather straightforward. There's Natsumi, the strong-willed woman who could likely lift a truck over her head and hurl it across Russia, and Miyuki, who reprimands Natsumi for destroying a perfectly functional truck, possessing less physical strength but greater intelligence.
Beyond these leads, character development is minimal, perhaps featuring recurring villains, coworkers, or the precinct chief.
As for the art, it's stunning. It flawlessly captures the essence of old-school manga/anime aesthetics with intricate details in vehicle designs. If asked to picture an old manga style, this would be the first thing that comes to mind.
It's a commendable action manga with female leads. Much of its appeal lies in how much one enjoys classic anime tropes. The outcomes can be somewhat predictable, making it more of a 'switch off your brain and enjoy' short manga. While the beginning may not be as engaging, the chapters improve as the story progresses.
(Keep in mind, as of this review, both fan and official translations remain incomplete.)
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The characters are rather straightforward. There's Natsumi, the strong-willed woman who could likely lift a truck over her head and hurl it across Russia, and Miyuki, who reprimands Natsumi for destroying a perfectly functional truck, possessing less physical strength but greater intelligence.
Beyond these leads, character development is minimal, perhaps featuring recurring villains, coworkers, or the precinct chief.
As for the art, it's stunning. It flawlessly captures the essence of old-school manga/anime aesthetics with intricate details in vehicle designs. If asked to picture an old manga style, this would be the first thing that comes to mind.
It's a commendable action manga with female leads. Much of its appeal lies in how much one enjoys classic anime tropes. The outcomes can be somewhat predictable, making it more of a 'switch off your brain and enjoy' short manga. While the beginning may not be as engaging, the chapters improve as the story progresses.
(Keep in mind, as of this review, both fan and official translations remain incomplete.)