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The fantasy epic from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist ! "An epic fantasy with plenty of historical detail [and a] deft artistic hand." -Anime News Network "Arakawa has no problem depicting the bloody reality of war: severed limbs, decapitated heads, and torture victims. Even the poor horses aren’t safe... The comparisons to Game of Thrones are inevitable." -Women Write About Comics ECBATANA IS BURNING In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts doesn’t seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father. At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan’s destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom. Review: Epic Story, Great Characters, Lovely Designs - I'm so glad this is translated into English! I watched the anime series (which I still hope gets picked up again for the next season) and loved the story, the journey of kind-hearted Arslan going through war, family disfunction, losing power and working with his allies to try to gain it all back again. Great story about forming bonds with others; friends, diplomacy, learning to understand your 'enemy' and finding they may have some of the same hang-ups as your country does and how to come to better terms with each other and yourself. War, intrigue, and a few light-hearted comedic moments. Love this story-- can't wait to read it all! Review: Good - Nice book
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 217 Reviews |
B**T
Epic Story, Great Characters, Lovely Designs
I'm so glad this is translated into English! I watched the anime series (which I still hope gets picked up again for the next season) and loved the story, the journey of kind-hearted Arslan going through war, family disfunction, losing power and working with his allies to try to gain it all back again. Great story about forming bonds with others; friends, diplomacy, learning to understand your 'enemy' and finding they may have some of the same hang-ups as your country does and how to come to better terms with each other and yourself. War, intrigue, and a few light-hearted comedic moments. Love this story-- can't wait to read it all!
E**H
Good
Nice book
W**T
I absolutely love her art style
Having never read/watched Full Metal Alchemist or Silver Spoon I was unprepared for Hiromu Arakawa's incredible art. I absolutely love her art style. This manga is absolutely gorgeous, especially the epic, large scale battles and the action scenes. I will definitely be following this manga and picking up Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 1. The story is set in a Mythological version of the Persian Empire and is filled to the brim with exciting and vibrant characters already in just these first few chapters. Yoshiki Tanaka's The Heroic Legend of Arslan, promises to be an epic tale that will be hard to put down and impossible to forget.
M**U
Just like the anime.
I just saw the anime. It is beautiful! Had to read the manga now. Hope to see the anime continue on!
K**R
Awesome manga
I have watched the episodes on Funimation. I thought I would give the manga a try. This is an awesome manga. I will definitely be reading the second manga. The art is good too.
U**G
I love it.
I love it. This is a great work from the painter. I like her style very much. She has a lot of great works.
J**Z
Excellent story and art
I've devoured the series and the manga multiple times -- and it's the only anime series I've ever watched or read aside from Fullmetal Alchemist. I love FA but definitely prefer Arslan.
A**L
Another exciting story illustrated by the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist ...
Another exciting story illustrated by the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist. It has a lot of interesting historical fiction aspects to it and I really want to read more.
P**R
Excellente série !
J'attends la suite avec impatience. Yoshiki Tanaka, à qui l'on doit entre autre Legend of the Galactic Heroes, le Star Wars japonais, est un brillant auteur de fictions. Ici, l'action se déroule dans un monde semblable à la Perse antique où, Arslan, prince héritier, est contraint à la fuite lors d'une guerre qui n'a rien de fortuite. L'histoire, donc, est celle de notre héros, à l'aventure, au milieu des intrigues et des batailles, qui, aidé peu à peu par de brillantes personnalités, doit reprendre son trône, et le mériter. Les dessins sont bons (par le même qui a dessiné Full Metal Alchimist), le scénario excellent, sans lourdeur et avec un peu d'humour (assez fin). je conseille vivement, de 7 à 77 ans. Un manga très fin où la dignité et l'honneur sont abordés, de même que le fanatisme. L'œuvre est issu de la saga de livres du même auteur (pas traduit aux dernières nouvelles) pour les ados et adultes japonais. Je vous recommande chaudement cette saga.
T**R
Schön erzählte Fantasy-Action
Der junge Prinz Arslan ist eigentlich das genaue Gegenteil seines kriegerischen, brutalen Vaters, des Herrschers des Reiches von Pars: er ist ein friedliebender Menschenfreund, der jedoch im Alter von 14 Jahren gleich bei seinem ersten Feldzug erleben muss, wie das Heer von Pars mit Hilfe von Verrat und schwarzer Magie geschlagen wird und sein Vater dem Feind in die Hände fällt. Arslan kann flüchten und es erweist sich dann im Laufe der Story, in welcher Arslan ein Heer um sich schart und um die Rückeroberung von Pars und die Freiheit seines Vaters kämpft, der Mut und die Größe, welche in dem jungen Prinzen stecken. Es ist seine Entwicklung in zahlreichen Abenteuern und Kämpfen sehr stimmig dargestellt, so dass hier ein interessanter und liebenswerter Charakter entsteht, den man gerne in den meist spannend gestalteten und sorgfältig gezeichneten Bänden begleitet. Hiromu Arakawa.(Full Metal Alchemist) hat hier eine wirklich zeitlos schöne Geschichte, die in Japan sehr bekannt ist, in einer zeitlos schönen Art umgesetzt. Das Anime dazu ist übrigens auch sehr empfehlenswert.
M**N
Manga
I very much enjoyed this manga.
L**J
A good read
This is the first time I had a Manga so wasnt too sure what to expect. I enjoyed the storyline as it it felt a mature read but exciting at the same time with battle scenes etc. The main character was likable and look forward to see how Arslan develops as I am contemplating on buying the full series. Over-all a good read.
A**O
Four Stars
The art look just amazing, and the history feel really interesting
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