I'm glad I stumbled on this book. It definitely was a good read, and as my perdition was correct it was worth reading to find the outcome. If you love short and get to the point stories then you should give this one a try. I highly recommend it. Enjoy!
Pretty good story - definitely not short on smut lol (as the author prefaced the story with!). Overall it was a good read, ready to read the second book! :)
Spriggan is an acquired taste. Initially, I found Spriggan to be rather dull and excessively ridiculous. You might wonder why I have mixed feelings about it. As I progressed through the story, the relics and arcs became increasingly absurd. I genuinely want to express just how absurd Spriggan gets, but then you'd have no incentive to read it unless you're curious about its status as a popular 80s manga. Keep in mind, my review leans heavily toward bias since I generally dislike politics, secret organizations, and history (I only picked it up because volumes 1-3 were available at my local library, and I needed something for long drives). At this point, I may have lost my mind while reading this, so my review could be a bit erratic.
Absurdity: 10
Enjoyment: 5? (Negative points for boredom, but positive points for the sheer curiosity of seeing just how absurd it gets)
Boring: 10 (Part of this stems from the dense text on each page, which makes the manga feel twice as long)
Characters: 2 (I felt no connection to any of the characters. Ominae Yu was fairly one-dimensional, with his desire to attend school standing out despite being a "super strong super soldier")
Plot: 7 (Objectively, the plot deserves a 7. The concept isn't groundbreaking, but there's no overarching storyline. Each arc feels like a chaotic patchwork.)
Art: 6-7? (Art isn't a priority for me; I focus more on storyline, characters, and enjoyment. That said, Spriggan's art is likely above average, though I lack a refined scale for evaluating it.)
Overall, it's a 5. Read it if you're intrigued by its craziness or if you enjoy politics and secret organizations.
Though I wasn't a huge fan of the Anime version, I genuinely loved this Manga. I can understand why it might not appeal to everyone, though.
If you're the type who can sit down and enjoy action-packed movies like Indiana Jones, Predator, Rambo, or The 6th Day, this manga will likely resonate with you. It's not meant to be taken overly seriously, and if you're searching for a deeply touching storyline with masterful development, you might want to look elsewhere.
However, if the idea of a sci-fi Indiana Jones adventure filled with crazy mythological relics (and some intriguing facts along the way) sounds fun and engaging, then this is definitely for you. Just suspend your disbelief and enjoy the ride! There's plenty of good humor sprinkled throughout the books, and the artwork during intense or pivotal moments is truly fantastic. On the art front, the cover and color pages at the beginning of the books are, unfortunately, the *worst* examples of the art style. I'm puzzled as to why they were chosen, as they often appear "off" compared to the actual art within the book.
There is a loose overarching storyline that does come together in the final volumes, but the series is more episodic in nature, orbiting around the main plot before diving into it at key moments. You do get to learn about each of the major Spriggans, and by the end, you'll have a solid understanding of their backstories.
I found this to be an excellent choice for mixing things up between my more serious manga or book reads. It offers laughs, explosions, monsters, interesting concepts, and impressive art. Embrace it for what it is, and you'll have a great time. If you take your manga very seriously, though, you might not enjoy it as much.
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I really want to read more of this book.
Marvelous work Author.
Absurdity: 10
Enjoyment: 5? (Negative points for boredom, but positive points for the sheer curiosity of seeing just how absurd it gets)
Boring: 10 (Part of this stems from the dense text on each page, which makes the manga feel twice as long)
Characters: 2 (I felt no connection to any of the characters. Ominae Yu was fairly one-dimensional, with his desire to attend school standing out despite being a "super strong super soldier")
Plot: 7 (Objectively, the plot deserves a 7. The concept isn't groundbreaking, but there's no overarching storyline. Each arc feels like a chaotic patchwork.)
Art: 6-7? (Art isn't a priority for me; I focus more on storyline, characters, and enjoyment. That said, Spriggan's art is likely above average, though I lack a refined scale for evaluating it.)
Overall, it's a 5. Read it if you're intrigued by its craziness or if you enjoy politics and secret organizations.
If you're the type who can sit down and enjoy action-packed movies like Indiana Jones, Predator, Rambo, or The 6th Day, this manga will likely resonate with you. It's not meant to be taken overly seriously, and if you're searching for a deeply touching storyline with masterful development, you might want to look elsewhere.
However, if the idea of a sci-fi Indiana Jones adventure filled with crazy mythological relics (and some intriguing facts along the way) sounds fun and engaging, then this is definitely for you. Just suspend your disbelief and enjoy the ride! There's plenty of good humor sprinkled throughout the books, and the artwork during intense or pivotal moments is truly fantastic. On the art front, the cover and color pages at the beginning of the books are, unfortunately, the *worst* examples of the art style. I'm puzzled as to why they were chosen, as they often appear "off" compared to the actual art within the book.
There is a loose overarching storyline that does come together in the final volumes, but the series is more episodic in nature, orbiting around the main plot before diving into it at key moments. You do get to learn about each of the major Spriggans, and by the end, you'll have a solid understanding of their backstories.
I found this to be an excellent choice for mixing things up between my more serious manga or book reads. It offers laughs, explosions, monsters, interesting concepts, and impressive art. Embrace it for what it is, and you'll have a great time. If you take your manga very seriously, though, you might not enjoy it as much.
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