Erick didn't even know werewolves existed, let alone that he was one. As he is thrown into that world, he finds himself at the center of both a murder plot and an ancient prophecy. Can he find a way to survive and fulfill the prophecy? Rhian his mate comes crashing into his life while running from her own set of dangers. Will their union derail everything or be the solution they are looking for?
The officer leaned in over the desk towards the intake nurse. They both continued to glance in his direction as they spoke in hushed whispers. An irritated Erick smirked, giving them a slight wave to acknowledge he knew they were staring. Even though they were across the room and attempting to speak quietly, Erick heard every word. He was baffled at this sudden improvement in his hearing; it was as if their voices were magnified.
"Yes, we found him wandering out of the woods. He couldn't explain his lack of clothes or what had happened to him." The nurse replied, "Don't you find that suspicious knowing what last night was? Do you think that maybe he was unaware he was changing?'' The officer quickly cut her off, "Of course I suspected it! Why the hell do you think I brought him here instead of Memorial hospital?" The nurse just nodded as she looked down and began to type in her report. "My biggest question is it's as if he has no idea what happened. Does he not know what he is or what he is going through? Please make sure you have security and keep an eye on him. Something just feels off to me." The officer looking directly at Erick noticed how wide his eyes were watching the two of them speak. Could he hear their conversation?
What in the world were these two talking about? The shocking appearance on Erick's face twisted into a confused expression. What is this change they are talking about, and what do they mean what he is? He is a man. What other possibility is there? Feelings of anger and rage began to overwhelm him. He had felt all along that the officer's demeanor was off, like he knew more than he was saying. Erick acknowledges that his explanation for what happened lacked plausibility, but he was just trying to find some reasonable interpretation of the situation. What did that man know? Did he recognize Erick but how? It's not like he ever had a criminal record?
Erick brought his hands up to his temple and put pressure along both sides as he squeezed his eyes closed tightly. His feelings were overwhelming enough, but this stabbing headache was not helping him think clearly. Why did it feel like fire was coursing through his veins? Argh, he screamed internally, overcome with agony. His gripe along his temple tightened, and his eyes snapped open as he felt a trickle of blood where his nails had pierced his skin; like the night before, his vision went black, and he felt himself collapsing to the floor.
The officer who had never taken his eyes off Erick was suddenly running over to him. "Shit!" The officer witnessed the golden glare in his eyes during the brief moment they opened. He knew the fears in their suspicions were correct as he rushed to his side. "Get a gurney and the restraints now!" He roared in the direction of the nurse who was already scrambling to assist him.
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Overall, pretty good, however after a while mc gets nerfed and progress becomes quite slow.
Still, it was quite entertaining, 4/5.
Baskerville is far from anyone's image of a missionary. With long hair, a penchant for cheating at cards, and an unholy fascination with Mingchao’s Eto gun, he defies traditional priestly expectations. Initially, I thought Mingchao, being a Daoist, might not recognize his unorthodoxy, but her trust in others stems from her assumption that people are who they claim to be—Benkate is another character she should scrutinize more closely. While some may find her naivety irritating, I find it endearing. Among the supporting characters, Fino and Alternate shine, whereas others like Benkate, Yaghi, and most villains remain underdeveloped. Nonetheless, they suit Nakazaki's narrative well.
The artwork is chaotic, characteristic of early-2000s shonen style. Mingchao is charming, yet many adult characters exhibit awkward proportions—women have snakelike torsos, and men's physiques are equally off-putting. The artist struggles with drawing bare torsos. The manga occasionally veers into ecchi territory, but these scenes feel natural within the story rather than forced.
I usually criticize historical inaccuracies, but Et Cetera includes a disclaimer noting that Hollywood didn't exist during the depicted era. A girl like Mingchao might aspire to act, just heading east to Broadway instead of west to Hollywood. This oversight is forgivable given the story's charm. However, certain short stories, like one about a boy and his mother neglecting to brand their cattle and then feigning surprise when they're claimed as mavericks, irk me. Mingchao rightly criticizes them for not "naming" their cows. The series' geography is confusing until a map appears in volume five, clarifying that the story doesn't solely unfold in California. Even with identified settings, a strong sense of place is lacking.
One aspect troubled me deeply, likely overlooked by average readers. In the second volume, Luriele, a young performer once a dancer, stops dancing after an accident supposedly permanently impairing her legs. Mingchao supports her desire to dance again, which seems fine until the revelation that Luriele's condition was purely psychological. Upon receiving sufficient motivation, she walks effortlessly without crutches, her muscles showing no signs of atrophy. This handling is ableist and problematic, and despite her minor role, I can't overlook it.
My criticisms mainly target the early story arc, where Mingchao and Baskerville wander the west, making issues more apparent. Once the syndicate enters, the narrative sharpens, becoming more engaging overall, though some penultimate-chapter revelations raise questions.
Don’t expect a serious Western or historical precision here, as this manga is wildly whimsical. Yet, Et Cetera offers enjoyable reading if taken lightly.