Today's post is on Alichino, volume 1 by Kouyu Shurei. It is the first in her Alichino series. It is 138 pages long and was published by Tokyopop. The cover is a beautiful illustration of the cast. The intended reader is someone who likes beautiful manga and mysterious plots. There is no foul language, no sex, and mild violence in this manga. The story is told from third person close of the main character Tsugiri. There Be Spoilers Ahead.
From the back of the book- Beautiful creatures called Alichino grant wishes to those in need- but at a price! A young lady searching for an Alichino wants to being her brother backs to life. She meets Tsugiri, a handsome young man who she thinks is an Alichino. Tsugiri turns out to be a mere mortal. but he does have a mysterious connection with these rare creatures- a connection that will bring danger to those around him.
Review- The art for this series is so incredibly beautiful that it steals the show from the story. The story is about Tsugiri and his quest for self and meaning in a world that wants to kill him. Tsugiri and the Alichino are connected in some way that does not seem good. But we the readers do not have a real clear idea about how or even why yet but I really enjoyed the story. Alichino's are not self-less wish granters, if you summon an Alichino and they grant your wish, you will pay with your soul. The story does not break the mold but the art certainly does. It is one of the prettiest manga I have ever read. I look forward to exploring more of this world and looking at some gorgeous art.
I give this manga a Four out of Five stars. I get nothing for my review and I bought this manga with my own money.
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