Category Archives: Manga

Death Note

Posted on November 22, 2006 by Karura

Ace high school student Light Yagami and shinigami Ryuk have one thing in common- both are bored out of their minds by their current lifestyle. Desperate for a change of pace, Ryuk decides to stir up some entertainment by dropping … Continue reading →

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Someday’s Dreamers

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Karura

Yume Kikuchi is an apprentice mage who has come to Tokyo to finish her training. For a country girl like Yume, the city can be a daunting place, but nonetheless she resolves to hold firm to her ideal of using … Continue reading →

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Goth: Darkly amoral but also somewhat confusing

Posted on October 26, 2006 by Karura

Itsuki Kamiyama is interested in murders; in fact, some might say he has an unhealthy fascination with mutilation and death. Despite the somewhat bizarre nature of his hobby, however, he is able to find a kindred spirit in classmate Yoru … Continue reading →

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Rave Master volumes 1-2

Posted on October 23, 2006 by Karura

Fifty years ago, an epic battle between good and evil shook the world, as destined Rave Master Shiba took on the evil force of Dark Bring. Unfortunately, his attempt to destroy Dark Bring resulted in Overdrive- a massive explosion that … Continue reading →

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Hikaru no Go

Posted on September 27, 2006 by Karura

Whilst rummaging around in his grandfather’s attic, Shindo Hikaru gets more than he bargained for when he comes across an old Go board- a board that just happens to be possessed by the spirit of Heian Era Go player Fujiwara-no-Sai. … Continue reading →

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Tsubasa Reservoir Chronicle: Rant, Appraisal and Guided Tour, all in one neat package

Posted on September 20, 2006 by Karura

Manga chapters 1-128: CLAMP Minimalism Princess Sakura and archaeologist’s son Syaoran are childhood friends living in the desert kingdom of Clow. If it was up to them, their peaceful days together would last forever, but unfortunately fate has other ideas. … Continue reading →

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Eternal Sabbath volume 1

Posted on September 18, 2006 by Karura

He calls himself Eternal Sabbath (ES), although if it’s convenient he’s just as likely to use another name. A man with the unique ability to literally hack into people’s minds and rearrange their memories, he wanders from place to place, … Continue reading →

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Chokotto Sister

Posted on September 3, 2006 by Karura

Volumes 1-4 Haruma Kawagoe always wanted a little sister, but when his mother miscarried and lost the ability to have children, it seemed like a wish that would never be granted. As it turns out, however, some years later, Santa … Continue reading →

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Hunter X Hunter

Posted on August 28, 2006 by Karura

Chapters 1-260 After learning that his father is not only alive, but also a prestigious Hunter, Gon Freaks becomes determined to follow in his footsteps. At age 12, Gon leaves his home in order to take part in the Hunter … Continue reading →

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Yotsuba&!

Posted on August 21, 2006 by Karura

Chapters 1-38 When Yotsuba Koiwai and her father move into a new neighbourhood, it soon becomes clear to her neighbours that Yotsuba is no ordinary five-year-old- in fact, she might just be the most clueless and naïve person on the … Continue reading →

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