The Cheetah is Smiling

Thoroughly enjoying it.  Well written, but I become impatient waiting for each chapter

so we'll written made me feel all the emotions made me not like the story at parts because it was so good lol

it's interesting to read

The series was exceptionally well-written, with a story that was decently crafted. Nevertheless, to me, even after engaging with both the show and the source material, it felt like it was striving too hard to be something it wasn't—Neon Genesis Evangelion. That said, the narrative was skillfully plotted, though there are certain gaps that leap over events, leaving the audience puzzled about what just transpired.

In terms of character development, you truly get to know only three characters in depth. This expands slightly towards the conclusion as more information is provided to the audience.

While I genuinely enjoyed the series, it left me yearning for more on all fronts. Similar to many series of its kind, it leaves behind unanswered questions and raises new ones by the time it concludes.

I would still recommend this series to others, including close friends who are fans of mecha and sci-fi genres. With that in mind, I extend my recommendation to you, the reader. I hope you find it as enjoyable as I did.<p>

Before I dive into this, I just want to clarify that I am a huge Eureka Seven fan, and it's one of my all-time favorite anime. That being said, while this manga is an excellent read, it also offers a somewhat conflicting experience for me. Eureka Seven requires no praise—it's fantastic, and pretty much everything you loved about the show carries over to the manga. So, I'll focus more on my criticisms of it, from one fan to another.

Essentially, the pacing quickly accelerates to hyperspeed within just a few chapters. It covers the first few episodes in only one or two chapters, and with 26 chapters in total, it seemed to be on track for an incredible retelling of the original Eureka Seven story—until it suddenly goes off the rails at breakneck speed.

Now, let me explain. It was actually quite intriguing and cool, as they established early on that the manga would take a different direction, and it certainly delivered on that promise. HOWEVER, it moved far too quickly. It covered the first few episodes, skipped over every other arc in the show all at once, and reached the third act before it was even a third of the way through the manga. Then, it took EVERYTHING from the show and crammed various aspects together to create a stranger and much darker version of Eureka Seven, spending the majority of its story in what would be the final five episodes of the anime.

Let me reiterate, this is an exceptionally well-written manga, and most of the creative decisions, aside from pacing, felt either justified or like improvements/expansions on elements the show attempted to explore. But even if it's objectively better, it doesn't quite capture the tone of Eureka Seven, and it's just a bit too radically different in my view.

If you've watched the series and have a fondness for manga, this one is sure to captivate you. I initially thought it would closely follow the story from the series, but was delightfully surprised by its unique perspective. While certain aspects, like Eureka and Renton's relationship, remain consistent, much of the rest feels like an alternate narrative.

The artwork is superb, making it visually engaging and easy to follow. There isn't extensive focus on character development beyond the main figures, but if you're familiar with the series, you already know the crew well. The standout feature is the cleverly crafted plot that diverges significantly from the anime version.  

This manga is a fantastic complement to the incredible anime, and definitely worth checking out. The emotional depth present in the series carries through here, truly capturing the essence of Eureka Seven.  

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I really wanted to write a review for Eureka Seven, but since there are already many great reviews for the anime, I decided to write one for the manga version. At first, I didn't like mecha or sci-fi anime/manga, but my opinion changed after experiencing Eureka Seven because I was truly amazed.

The Eureka Seven manga (published by BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT) is a version of the anime series originally created by BONES. The story in the manga, created by Kondou Kazuma and Kataoka Jinsei, approaches the story from a different perspective than the anime and ultimately leads to a distinct ending.

I won't include a story summary since you can find it in the description above, but I would like to comment that the alternative story version kept me highly engaged and motivated me to read more and more.

ART: I found the art to be genuinely impressive and quite detailed. In my opinion, it complemented the story very well. If I had to point out a drawback, it would be that sometimes the fight scenes are challenging to follow, but this is not something that could diminish my interest.

CHARACTERS: There are differences in character development and the relationships formed between characters in the anime and the manga (for example, Holland, Anemone, and Dominic), and this caught me off guard, but I really appreciated it. Through the story and the art, the reader can clearly understand each person's motives, feelings, personalities, etc., so in my opinion, the characters are exceptionally well-developed in the manga.

To sum up, the Eureka Seven manga was an outstanding piece of work, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I loved the bittersweet feeling it left me with at the end. I think everyone should give it a try, but I recommend watching the anime first because doing so allows you to grasp the entire picture. If you decide to read it, I hope you have fun.

This is my first review, so I would appreciate any tips to improve myself and would also love to hear your opinions. I apologize if I made any mistakes, but English isn't my native language.

I had been delaying reading this manga for quite some time, mainly because I assumed it would be an exact replica of the series, which happens to be one of my favorites. To my surprise and delight, as I delved into it, I realized it offered an original perspective on the series, much like the movie. Once again, I found myself immersed in the world of Eureka Seven, embarking on another captivating adventure with the Gekkostate crew. The story is undoubtedly more graphic compared to its anime counterpart, and although everything feels somewhat condensed within this brief 23-chapter series, it remains largely entertaining. That being said, while the anime series was a sweeter tale of love interwoven with action sequences, the manga carries a more melancholic tone. This is particularly evident in the final chapters and ending, which, though good, left me feeling rather down (sad).

The artwork is fantastic—truly awesome and sleek, just like the anime. There's hardly any difference there. The characters' individual personalities remain consistent, except for Holland, who isn't as possessive of Eureka as he is in the series, and Renton, who is depicted as more mature (for the most part).

I enjoyed this series nearly as much as the anime. Nevertheless, I can understand how the ending might disappoint hardcore anime fans...and those who favor happy conclusions. Regardless, I recommend it to both fans and non-fans alike.