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greenleafbooks's review against another edition
2.0
I think I just simply do not enjoy war stories. The battle seemed a bit pointless if I’m being honest.
fushigimini's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
rolo7139's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
embuhlee's review against another edition
3.0
3.5! This was a solid beginning, definitely going to read more.
jennifervenia's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
“Still, one cannot build a technique without mastering the basics.”
The heroric legend of Arslan vol. 1 is full of action, politics and battles.
I liked the characters, they were interesting and well written. I am a fan of the artstyle, the art is by Hiromu Arakawa who also wrote and illustrated Fullmetal Alchemist.
This is a dark manga with a lot of dark scenes and element such as war, slavery, blood.
The heroric legend of Arslan vol. 1 is full of action, politics and battles.
I liked the characters, they were interesting and well written. I am a fan of the artstyle, the art is by Hiromu Arakawa who also wrote and illustrated Fullmetal Alchemist.
This is a dark manga with a lot of dark scenes and element such as war, slavery, blood.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Slavery, Blood, and Death
jordanreads24's review against another edition
2.0
Apparently this manga was inspired by a series of novels, which were inspired by a Persian legend. The art style is recognizably Hiromu Arakawa from Fullmetal Alchemist.
A few years later, after meeting a slave, Prince Arslan of Pars faces his first battle after war broke out again between Pars and his county's enemy, Lusitania. Though a back stabbing leads to Pars defeat and Prince Arslan fleeing with his bodyguard and friend. That's the end of vol. 1
The art and character designs are beautiful, but I've read the volume 3 times and haven't a interest of picking up vol. 2. Good story from some, but not my cup of tea at this time.
A few years later, after meeting a slave, Prince Arslan of Pars faces his first battle after war broke out again between Pars and his county's enemy, Lusitania. Though a back stabbing leads to Pars defeat and Prince Arslan fleeing with his bodyguard and friend. That's the end of vol. 1
The art and character designs are beautiful, but I've read the volume 3 times and haven't a interest of picking up vol. 2. Good story from some, but not my cup of tea at this time.
saramarie08's review against another edition
3.0
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Arslan is the crown prince of the kingdom of Pars. His country is constantly at war because they must protect the trade routes that run through their cities, which leads to Pars being prosperous but also the envy of many nations. Neighboring countries also oppose Pars for religious differences, believing that all the heathens living in Pars must be exterminated. Arslan's father is an adept battle commander, and he never loses. At 14, Arslan rides out to his first battle against this nation of ideologically opposed soldiers, and it does not go well for the soldiers of Pars. Arslan is forced to flee is once-prosperous kingdom, and now he must journey to reclaim his kingdom.
Honesty moment: I picked this up entirely because of Arakawa-sensei's involvement. From the beginning, Arslan isn’t a hugely interesting character, but there is definitely room for him to grow throughout the series. He's basically a sheltered prince who has been training for battle his whole life and is still unprepared when he finds himself in one. There’s a three year time jump at the beginning of the story, but Arslan is drawn the same as his eleven-year-old self. The names of people and places are a bit convoluted and difficult to follow. Terms in another language are used often, and defined only at the first use, so pay attention. Titles are included every time someone mentions Arslan or the king, which is a little repetitive. I do appreciate that this is a different setting for a fantasy story - rather than middle ages Europe, we're getting middle ages Persia. I’m willing to give it a little more time and not give up entirely, but the second volume needs to be a little less obvious and give a little bit more in character development.
There are some bloody moments (duh, it's about war), but there isn't much in the first volume that would be inappropriate for middle school readers.
Sara's Rating: 6/10
Suitability Level: Grades 7-12
Arslan is the crown prince of the kingdom of Pars. His country is constantly at war because they must protect the trade routes that run through their cities, which leads to Pars being prosperous but also the envy of many nations. Neighboring countries also oppose Pars for religious differences, believing that all the heathens living in Pars must be exterminated. Arslan's father is an adept battle commander, and he never loses. At 14, Arslan rides out to his first battle against this nation of ideologically opposed soldiers, and it does not go well for the soldiers of Pars. Arslan is forced to flee is once-prosperous kingdom, and now he must journey to reclaim his kingdom.
Honesty moment: I picked this up entirely because of Arakawa-sensei's involvement. From the beginning, Arslan isn’t a hugely interesting character, but there is definitely room for him to grow throughout the series. He's basically a sheltered prince who has been training for battle his whole life and is still unprepared when he finds himself in one. There’s a three year time jump at the beginning of the story, but Arslan is drawn the same as his eleven-year-old self. The names of people and places are a bit convoluted and difficult to follow. Terms in another language are used often, and defined only at the first use, so pay attention. Titles are included every time someone mentions Arslan or the king, which is a little repetitive. I do appreciate that this is a different setting for a fantasy story - rather than middle ages Europe, we're getting middle ages Persia. I’m willing to give it a little more time and not give up entirely, but the second volume needs to be a little less obvious and give a little bit more in character development.
There are some bloody moments (duh, it's about war), but there isn't much in the first volume that would be inappropriate for middle school readers.
Sara's Rating: 6/10
Suitability Level: Grades 7-12