VAGABOND VIZBIG ED GN VOL 02 (MR) (C: 1-0-0): Enlightenment VIZBIG Edition: Volume 2 (Vagabond (VIZBIG Edition))

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Takuan lo cuelga de un árbol y lo obliga a hacer introspección en su propia vida. Es así como nos enteramos que la madre de Takezo lo abandonó apenas era un niño y, por ende, tuvo que criarse con un padre que solo sabía ser un asesino. Así mismo, la gente de la aldea lo tachaba de un pequeño demonio y se nota que vivió aislado de todos. in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on December 20, 2014 . Retrieved December 1, 2014. Vagabond Vol. 31] (in Japanese). Kodansha. Archived from the original on September 8, 2009 . Retrieved September 25, 2009.

First, I noticed a severe decline in terms of dynamic and interesting characters this time around in Volume 2. That isn't necessarily a bad thing. It is what it is. Where in Volume 1 we had the aloof Takuan, the lazy, yet incrediblely gifted Seijuro, and his contrasting brother Denshichiro. This time around we were dealt Inshun and I'nei. Who...don't get me wrong are fine but they aren't anything to rave about. Inshun is Seijuro but with a spear/pole and I'nei is the most stereotypical 'sensei' character you could have. His motivations and character are fine. But I've seen it done a million times before. Of course I came here from Slam Dunk otherwise the name “Inoue Takehiko” would’ve remainded a mystery. Am I slightly ashamed for not knowing someone as great and talented as him? No… yeah. Matahatchi's journey is less noble, it seems no matter how hard he tries he always ends up screwing things up, although he gets points for rescuing Musashi early on. I'm still confused about how these character came to be and where this story is going but it's still very good. I'm just anxious because I want to know MORE. Where/what is Matahachi doing?!

Vagabond Review:

Al menos hasta que Matahachi y Ozu se convirtieron en sus amigos, pues no parecían temerle ni odiarlo como todos los demás. Sin embargo, el camino hacia la iluminación y la salvación en todos los sentidos por la que pasará tras conocer al monje Takuan marcarán su vida para siempre y lo llevarán hacia su nuevo camino, el que será el camino de su vida y el que lo convertirá en el hombre que realmente quería ser. Musashi is distracted by thoughts of his other childhood friend, the lovely Otsu. She’s now the servant of a master of the Yagyu style of swordsmanship, who Yoshioka Denshichiro has come to train with in preparation for his next duel with Musashi. Vagabond, Volume 37". Viz Media. Archived from the original on February 23, 2015 . Retrieved February 16, 2023.

Throughout the series, Musashi faces a number of challenges and battles, both physical and emotional. He fights against other skilled swordsmen, struggles with his own inner demons, and grapples with the meaning of life and death. Along the way, he meets a number of other memorable characters who help him on his journey, including his rival Sasaki Kojiro and his love interest Otsu. The Art and Style of Vagabond Vagabond Vol. 17". Viz Media. Archived from the original on October 18, 2006 . Retrieved June 28, 2009. Vagabond Vol. 16". Viz Media. Archived from the original on October 18, 2006 . Retrieved June 28, 2009.Vagabond Vol. 24". Viz Media. Archived from the original on March 1, 2007 . Retrieved June 28, 2009. The centerpiece of this second omnibus of Takehiko Inoue's critically acclaimed series is the duel between the young, brutish Miyamoto Musashi and the second generation master of the Hozoin Temple, the perpetually smiling Inshun. I do appreciate seeing where Matahachi is going, his journey and his growth I think will be great. However, I...was kind of spoiled by the author admiting that he was a historical figure and the archenemy of Miyamoto. Which like, fair. This is a historical figure, and this is based on a popular Japanese movie. Soooooo, I'm thinking this is less of a spoiler and more a part of history.

But can you do the same with novels and comic books? As someone who labeled a shelf action even I would struggle with singling out a significant number of fight scenes from books as capital-G Great. There are several authors I've read and admired who when the time came in their story for an action setpiece it came across as merely serviceable more often than not. And I don't think any less of them for it because it's damn hard to create the visuals and motion that is necessary to a good fight scene with mere words. The closest literary equivalent would be every time an author describes the current location of their characters, but when it comes to scenery the author doesn't have to worry about the flow and pacing of their writing nearly as much they need to when it comes to describing a sword fight, or a shootout, or a wizard duel, or a battle between two armies. I really liked Inshun, he reminds me of another warrior monk, Aang the Last Airbender. Both smile a lot, have bald heads can be terrifying when it comes to battle. Vagabond Vol. 21". Viz Media. Archived from the original on October 18, 2006 . Retrieved June 28, 2009. It's not so much a dislike but I did clarify in my last review. I am having a real challenge trying to overcome the idea that this is just a retelling/rehashing of a popular novel. Yes, there is definitely more attention to detail and a lot more progression and character moments. However, I really just have a hard time giving that series that seal of "amazing creativity and ingenuity" when it is in fact a retelling. Many others probably are better men then me for finding it in themselves to overcome this. I just don't have it in me....yet!

The Art and Style of Vagabond

Vagabond Vol. 25". Viz Media. Archived from the original on February 7, 2010 . Retrieved June 28, 2009.