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青の祓魔師 [Ao no Exorcist] #3
Blue Exorcist, Vol. 3
As a new Exorcist Esquire at True Cross Academy, Rin Okumura has a long way to go before he reaches the top rank of Paladin. When Rin and his classmates are sent to search for a ghost, Amaimon, King of Earth, takes Rin by surprise and steals the Koma Sword. Higher powers have been observing events at the academy and make their presence known. New players enter the game, and Rin doesn't even know he's playing!
210 pages, Paperback
First published March 4, 2010
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Kazue Kato
74 books692 followersKazue Kato, 加藤和恵, is a Japanese mangaka.
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February 19, 2020
I liked the main character a lot better in the second volume, and now he's got a demon cat familiar so you know, all in! Although I hope we don't get too much more time with the new booby jerk character.
(I don't believe an exorcist school would really have an amusement park, though.)
(I don't believe an exorcist school would really have an amusement park, though.)
March 5, 2012
Buried under the boy’s manga themes of fight scenes and big bosomed girls wearing next to nothing, are some interesting ideas. I’m liking this manga more than I expected to. We start to get to know the real Rin in this volume, beneath the bluster. The brothers’ relationship is examined and it is inherently uneven. Rin, the protector, is all about his muscles. His twin, Yukio, is the studious one and at True Cross Academy the power is actually all Yukio’s as he’s already an instructor and well, Rin is barely literate. In personality they remind me a bit of the Elric brothers but Rin isn’t as smart as Edward and Yukio is a bit harder than Alphonse.
Interwoven into the story lines, which include a demon cat who was the familiar of the priest who raised the boys and the ghost of a boy at an amusement park, is the idea that Rin avoided school for two reasons, one he wanted to protect the weaker kids, like his twin but was so freakishly strong he hurt kids and two, the kids and adults learned to fear him. He doesn’t have friends, doesn’t know how to have them. At the Academy he’s learning to be a normal kid.
But it might already be too late. Rin is relying more and more on the blue flame, his Satanic heritage, to fight with and the magic sword is barely enough to contain him. Case in point, another demon who may or may not be helping the humans steals the sword and Rin loses control. Enter Shura, an exorcist who was also the priest’s apprentice. She may have to kill Rin if he can’t control himself.
Rin, Shiemei and some of their classmates are sent into demon-infested woods for training camp. Yukio and Shura are quick to point out that Rin will be unable to use his power because it’ll be seen in the dark but once Shiemei is hurt, can Rin not use his powers to save her.
Ignoring the ridiculous outfits and boobs on Shura, the art is very nice and the storyline is maturing. I’m looking forward to seeing more.
Interwoven into the story lines, which include a demon cat who was the familiar of the priest who raised the boys and the ghost of a boy at an amusement park, is the idea that Rin avoided school for two reasons, one he wanted to protect the weaker kids, like his twin but was so freakishly strong he hurt kids and two, the kids and adults learned to fear him. He doesn’t have friends, doesn’t know how to have them. At the Academy he’s learning to be a normal kid.
But it might already be too late. Rin is relying more and more on the blue flame, his Satanic heritage, to fight with and the magic sword is barely enough to contain him. Case in point, another demon who may or may not be helping the humans steals the sword and Rin loses control. Enter Shura, an exorcist who was also the priest’s apprentice. She may have to kill Rin if he can’t control himself.
Rin, Shiemei and some of their classmates are sent into demon-infested woods for training camp. Yukio and Shura are quick to point out that Rin will be unable to use his power because it’ll be seen in the dark but once Shiemei is hurt, can Rin not use his powers to save her.
Ignoring the ridiculous outfits and boobs on Shura, the art is very nice and the storyline is maturing. I’m looking forward to seeing more.
August 24, 2024
Getting better and better each volume but not hitting the 4 yet. I'd settle on a 3.5.
Our main lead Rin really has great moments with his brother. They feel like brothers and it works really well. Rin also gets to spend time with the girl of his dreams but is attacked by a demon. Tus we get a pretty great fight that ends almost in a loss but saved by a new big boobie hero. We all love those, don't we?
Overall still not amazing but it's a nice slow burn fun time. A 3.5 out of 5.
Our main lead Rin really has great moments with his brother. They feel like brothers and it works really well. Rin also gets to spend time with the girl of his dreams but is attacked by a demon. Tus we get a pretty great fight that ends almost in a loss but saved by a new big boobie hero. We all love those, don't we?
Overall still not amazing but it's a nice slow burn fun time. A 3.5 out of 5.
July 11, 2022
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August 30, 2020
En este volumen conocemos a Kuro, un cat shide y familiar de Shiro, quien se descontrola al no creer que su muerte sea verdadera. Afortunadamente, Rin lo tranquiliza de la misma forma en que Shiro hizo en el pasado y desde allí son inseparables, convirtiéndose también en su compañero además de un poderoso aliado.
Por otra parte, Amaimon, el demonio apodado "Rey de la Tierra", ataca a Rin con el único propósito de verlo perder el control y dejar que su lado demoniaco lo domine. A causa de esto, Shura, una poderosa exorcista deja el anonimato y restringe a Rin de tal forma que él no pueda lastimarse a sí mismo o a otras personas cercanas a él.
Lo cierto es que Shiro debía deshacerse de Rin al ser el hijo de Satán, pero en lugar de eso, decidió criarlo como su propio hijo. En consecuencia, desde el inicio supo que sus días estaban contados y fue él quien le encargó a Shura que lo protegiera (misma tarea que dejó a Yukio).
Ya para el final del tomo, el grupo de exwires tienen pendiente otra misión y quizá allí descubran la verdadera identidad de Rin.
Este volumen contiene de los capítulos 8 – 11.
Read it for the #48HourJapaneseReadathon.
REVIEWS ANTERIORES:
Volumen 1 | Volumen 2
Por otra parte, Amaimon, el demonio apodado "Rey de la Tierra", ataca a Rin con el único propósito de verlo perder el control y dejar que su lado demoniaco lo domine. A causa de esto, Shura, una poderosa exorcista deja el anonimato y restringe a Rin de tal forma que él no pueda lastimarse a sí mismo o a otras personas cercanas a él.
Lo cierto es que Shiro debía deshacerse de Rin al ser el hijo de Satán, pero en lugar de eso, decidió criarlo como su propio hijo. En consecuencia, desde el inicio supo que sus días estaban contados y fue él quien le encargó a Shura que lo protegiera (misma tarea que dejó a Yukio).
Ya para el final del tomo, el grupo de exwires tienen pendiente otra misión y quizá allí descubran la verdadera identidad de Rin.
Este volumen contiene de los capítulos 8 – 11.
Read it for the #48HourJapaneseReadathon.
REVIEWS ANTERIORES:
Volumen 1 | Volumen 2
November 28, 2017
I love this manga series! It's so engrossing, so much fun and I love the premise. This one gets only a 3 stars not because I didn't enjoy it, but because I didn't feel like enough happened to make a full volume. I finished it sort of thinking that very little happened.
December 16, 2014
4.5.
Por qué este manga está siendo tan maravilloso. Por favor. Me encanta la profundidad del personaje de Rin, e incluso me he llegado a emocionar un poquito con ciertos recuerdos. Que, hablando de recuerdos, creo que son de lo mejorcito que hace Kato. Ay, qué ganas de seguir. Este tomo ha sido GENIAL.
Por qué este manga está siendo tan maravilloso. Por favor. Me encanta la profundidad del personaje de Rin, e incluso me he llegado a emocionar un poquito con ciertos recuerdos. Que, hablando de recuerdos, creo que son de lo mejorcito que hace Kato. Ay, qué ganas de seguir. Este tomo ha sido GENIAL.
May 12, 2018
I love Amaimon so much honestly...might be my fav character just on design and being the bad boi
February 26, 2026
I don't know what I was hoping in continuing this, but confirmed (at least in my mind) that the author doesn't know how to write women. Shimemi is written in the damsel role, with her only real characteristics being shy & kind (with not really having much motivation other than to get stronger). Izumo is written to be a tundere, presenting in a strong front (a very nice way of putting it) but being weak at heart (I'm not talking about being kind)- she is very two faced. I'm also not thrilled with the introduction of a new character, her defining trait being "strong" and her role being fan service.
I'm just disappointed, because I remember quite liking the anime back in the day, but I don't find the manga that enjoyable. All the characters read rather flat and there just isn't much kindness there (that being said, I do really value friendship dynamics in this kind of a story).
I'm just disappointed, because I remember quite liking the anime back in the day, but I don't find the manga that enjoyable. All the characters read rather flat and there just isn't much kindness there (that being said, I do really value friendship dynamics in this kind of a story).
February 9, 2023
Got to meet Shura, one of my favorite characters in this book. Also got to see the really sweet relationship between Shiro, Rin, and Yukio. Still lots of hints about Mephisto and what his plans for Rin are. The art in this manga is a real treat.
January 23, 2013
22 January 2013
Blue Exorcist, Volume 3 begins with Rin and the gang busily completing missions at their newly graduated level of Exwire. Rin proves again that his methods may be unconventional, but he does things with a big heart. My favorite scene is with him and Kuro, particularly with the special wine. It was touching, funny, and very revealing of the kind of character Rin truly is.
While on a mission to find a ghost, Shiemi and Rin partner up as a team. I love the chemistry with these two. I didn't expect to love Shiemi as much as I do, but she's turned out to be one of my favorite characters. Her “serious” face is hilarious! When the two split up in search of the ghost, Rin finds an entirely different type of demon.
Facing off with the demon, it looks like Rin is about to lose control over his powers and destroy everything around him. In a surprising twist, one of the students steps in and skillfully gets control of the situation. It turns out this mysterious student has a badass secret identity:
In a previous review, I mentioned that Rin reminds me of Naruto. I love Naruto, so this isn't a bad thing for me. I think they're both adorable mischiefs. This volume had me making frequent comparisons with the two. They both possess a demon spirit that caused them to be ostracized from society. They both have endured pain and loneliness, but still manage to have the biggest hearts. Like Naruto's quest to become the greatest Hokage, Rin also dreams to reach the highest level and be the best Paladin ever.
So far, this series has gotten better with each volume. Rin's silliness has me in total adoration of him. He's just lovable. Plus, he's got mad skills in the kitchen! This volume ends with them going through difficult training and someone possibly discovering Rin's powers, so I'm curious to see how it pans out. I am completely engrossed in this world and cannot wait to read what happens next.
I love the cover with Shiemi and Nee. The contents cover page is too freakin' adorable.
Blue Exorcist, Volume 3 begins with Rin and the gang busily completing missions at their newly graduated level of Exwire. Rin proves again that his methods may be unconventional, but he does things with a big heart. My favorite scene is with him and Kuro, particularly with the special wine. It was touching, funny, and very revealing of the kind of character Rin truly is.
While on a mission to find a ghost, Shiemi and Rin partner up as a team. I love the chemistry with these two. I didn't expect to love Shiemi as much as I do, but she's turned out to be one of my favorite characters. Her “serious” face is hilarious! When the two split up in search of the ghost, Rin finds an entirely different type of demon.
Facing off with the demon, it looks like Rin is about to lose control over his powers and destroy everything around him. In a surprising twist, one of the students steps in and skillfully gets control of the situation. It turns out this mysterious student has a badass secret identity:
In a previous review, I mentioned that Rin reminds me of Naruto. I love Naruto, so this isn't a bad thing for me. I think they're both adorable mischiefs. This volume had me making frequent comparisons with the two. They both possess a demon spirit that caused them to be ostracized from society. They both have endured pain and loneliness, but still manage to have the biggest hearts. Like Naruto's quest to become the greatest Hokage, Rin also dreams to reach the highest level and be the best Paladin ever.
So far, this series has gotten better with each volume. Rin's silliness has me in total adoration of him. He's just lovable. Plus, he's got mad skills in the kitchen! This volume ends with them going through difficult training and someone possibly discovering Rin's powers, so I'm curious to see how it pans out. I am completely engrossed in this world and cannot wait to read what happens next.
I love the cover with Shiemi and Nee. The contents cover page is too freakin' adorable.
February 22, 2014
Estoy disfrutando mucho este manga, mucho más ahora que lo leo antes de ver el anime (decisión muy acertada, debería de admitir).
Rin sigue pareciéndome un personaje genial, es divertido, tiene un buen corazón, usa una espada y ahora tiene un compañero bastante particular.
Shiemi ha ido evolucionando y cada vez me agrada más, siempre esforzándose y preocupándose por ayudar a los demás.
Yukio, creo que debería relajarse un poco más, aunque es la contraparte de Rin en muchos aspectos, siento que en el fondo aún es inseguro y aunque aprecia enormemente a su hermano no puede evitar sentirse inferior, al menos esa es la percepción que he tenido conforme avanza la historia. Espero que más adelante deje de compararse con Rin y se de cuenta de las cualidades que tiene.
La aparición de cierto personaje no me lo esperaba, aunque había señales de que iba a suceder, no me imagine el resultado, mi única objeción es la manera de vestir del personaje...entiendo que vaya con su carácter pero pudo haber sido algo diferente.
Para terminar, sin duda esos misterios que se van formando y las confabulaciones de ciertos personajes te llenan de curiosidad para continuar y saber el desenlace de la historia.
Muy recomendable.
Rin sigue pareciéndome un personaje genial, es divertido, tiene un buen corazón, usa una espada y ahora tiene un compañero bastante particular.
Shiemi ha ido evolucionando y cada vez me agrada más, siempre esforzándose y preocupándose por ayudar a los demás.
Yukio, creo que debería relajarse un poco más, aunque es la contraparte de Rin en muchos aspectos, siento que en el fondo aún es inseguro y aunque aprecia enormemente a su hermano no puede evitar sentirse inferior, al menos esa es la percepción que he tenido conforme avanza la historia. Espero que más adelante deje de compararse con Rin y se de cuenta de las cualidades que tiene.
La aparición de cierto personaje no me lo esperaba, aunque había señales de que iba a suceder, no me imagine el resultado, mi única objeción es la manera de vestir del personaje...entiendo que vaya con su carácter pero pudo haber sido algo diferente.
Para terminar, sin duda esos misterios que se van formando y las confabulaciones de ciertos personajes te llenan de curiosidad para continuar y saber el desenlace de la historia.
Muy recomendable.
July 26, 2021
We get a focus on Rin this volume, specifically his purpose and his relationship with Father Shiro. How the two interacted, why Shiro raised Rin, what sort of life Rin had up to this point, etc. There's some conflict building between him and the adults - what Mephisto's plan is, who those other guys are, who the new teacher is, what the Exorcist organization's real plans are for the Son of Satan - but I like how he's finding a clear goal. He wants to move up the ranks of Exorcists, he wants to learn how to fight without his power, he wants to learn to use a sword properly, etc. It's some good groundwork and by the end of this volume we have some teases of what's going to happen next so there's good forward momentum to carry on with.
October 2, 2016
2.5
Hasta ahorita el que menos me ha gustado, aunque debo de decir que el final me dejó con ganas de más.
Espero que entré Rin y Shiemi suceda algo de romance como vaya avanzando la historia.
Hasta ahorita el que menos me ha gustado, aunque debo de decir que el final me dejó con ganas de más.
Espero que entré Rin y Shiemi suceda algo de romance como vaya avanzando la historia.
January 21, 2020
Dear goodness, I freaking love Kuro!! The little kitten is so precious!!!
October 1, 2022
I like some of the characters and the conflicts they are put into.
June 21, 2016
Shiro-nya lucu anet~
August 25, 2016
I absolutely love this series, and I adore the artwork.
June 19, 2019
La historia sigue avanzando y esta vez se revelan algunas cartas de la crianza de los personajes, lo que le da un toque nostalgico a este tomo.
Estoy esperando que se desarrolle un poco mas la trama para ver que sucede
Estoy esperando que se desarrolle un poco mas la trama para ver que sucede
June 20, 2020
Rin finally tames a familiar here and discovers more about his dad. At this point, the anime and the manga is still on the same level, though I think it'll diverge in a couple more chapters
July 10, 2021
I like Rin’s perseverance (in some things 😂). I want to have that too 🙏
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July 26, 2021
Muy entretenido aunque me da pena que siempre quieran matar a rin si es solo un chico de 16 años paren un poco !!
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March 7, 2022
Harto amor a Kuro <3
February 28, 2018
Oh, we can't just have a nice, big boob girl? We have to have a badass girl with even BIGGER BOOBS. Oh well, still a fun storyline. And yay for cats.
April 21, 2019
Good pacing and development throughout.
Read for the Herbology prompt for the 2019 OWLs Readathon
Read for the Herbology prompt for the 2019 OWLs Readathon
March 2, 2024
I really do love this series so far 🥰
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