Samurai Deeper Kyo, Volume 16

Samurai Deeper Kyo #16

by Akimine Kamijyo

Kyo and Hotaru are locked in a battle to the death at the first "Goyoumon." The two collide in a flame that will burn up both their bodies, and makes the ground tremble! Then Kyo's ultimate technique, "Suzaku," rises up into the sky...

Genres: Manga, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Shonen, Comics Manga, Comics, Graphic Novels

192 pages, Paperback

First published September 21, 2001

About the author

Akimine Kamijyo (上条明峰 Kamijō Akimine?, born September 13, 1975, Kanagawa Prefecture) is a Japanese manga artist best known for creating Samurai Deeper Kyo. The name 'Akimine Kamijyo' is merely her pen-name. Her doujinshi work was done under the name 'Meika Hatagashira' (伯明華?).

Her second series was Shirogane no Karasu also known as Silver Crow. It started on May 30, 2007 in Weekly Shōnen Magazine and ended after 3 volumes.

She is currently working on Code: Breaker.

Reviews

[Mizuki · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought the e-book and it brings back memories for an entertaining shonen manga series, this series has it up and down and the story isn't breaking any new ground but the Kyo vs Hotaru battle in vol. 16 is always my favourite and I like Hotaru character anyway.

Rating 4.8 stars for entertainment values.

[Cecillie · Rating 3 out of 5]

You can't convince me that Hotaru is neurotypical, and it's a hill I'm willing to die on. That honestly might be why I liked his character the first time I read this series, it's because I was able to identify with him as a character. I really liked the interactions between Kyo, Bon, Akira and Hotaru in this volume. They don't feel so one dimensional as characters because of how they interact outside of trying to slaughter one another.

[MissAnnThrope · Rating 5 out of 5]

15 April 2013

Holy-freakin-awesome is what Samurai Deeper Kyo, Volume 16 is. The highly anticipated battle between Kyo and Hotaru finally comes to a head, and it is truly epic. This battle spans nearly the entire length of this volume, and it maintains its intensity up until the very end. Yet again, another awesome battle mixed with tear-jerking moments to confuse the heck out of your emotions!

Kyo's use of Suzaku's Breath was phenomenal. This is probably one of the best fight scenes in the series. Hotaru's defeat pulled at my heartstrings. I relate to how he alienated himself to protect himself from his loneliness. It left a lump in my throat. Thank goodness Akimine Kamijô throws in some humor just at the right time to lighten the mood.


I hope that Hotaru survives his hurdle with Shinrei (heck, let's bring Shinrei along too!), and takes Kyo up on his offer. I think he would make a nice addition to their motley crew of misfits. I really do love Kyo, Bontenmaru, and Akira fighting on the same side together. They make one thrilling, badass team.

My beloved sneaky devil Yukimura, whatever are you up to? Always one to have a trick up his sleeve, Yukimura seems to have betrayed his friends. You just never know what his true intentions are. I'm eager to pick up the next volume to see what's his game.

Yukimura's possible deception plus the alluding to the appearance of the Fourth Emperor has me really anxious to read the next installment. I'm also very curious to find out more about one of the Five Stars, Taihaku. Seeing him play with the forest children leads me to think he may be struggling with his Mibu convictions.

Looking forward to meeting the final member of the Four Emperors, whom the rest hold in such high regard!


The volume ends with the crew facing off with the bimbo twits to gain entrance into the Second Gate. Not looking forward to seeing them next volume, but my desire to Yukimura overrides them any day.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is actually impossible to dislike Yukimura. This is a well known fact that you can quote without a source, the same way you can say that grass is green or the sky is blue and not need to cite a source.

[Lucinda · Rating 4 out of 5]

oh Hotaru-chan....

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I live for this family of dumbasses and their interactions

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Today’s post is on Samurai Deeper Kyo Volume 16. It is written by Akimine Kamijyo and is published by Tokyopop. As it is the 16th in the series you need to have read the others in the series to get the story. The cover has Kyo and Hotaru fighting one looking cool; per normal. The intended reader is someone who likes fighting, interesting characters, and surprising romance and should be older teen or adult. There is language, no sex, and lots of violence in this series and book. The story is told from the third person point of view with character’s thoughts added in for plot and character development. There Be Spoilers Ahead.

From the back of the book-Kyo and Hotaru begin to a fight to the death at the first of the Five Shining Gates. The two collide in a sizzling-hot flame that burns up both their bodies- and makes the ground tremble! Then Kyo’s ultimate technique, Suzaku, rises up into the sky…
The action-packed samurai epic continues!

Review- So Kyo and Hotaru are being mules about life and things in general. Their interactions are funny and I am not sure that they should be. I think that maybe just me and my twisted sense of humor. But I think that the reader needs to have a little twist in their humor to truly love this series. The fighting is very serious and all then Kyo goes and is himself. But that I mean an ass. He fights a battle he could have lost then he is an ass to Hotaru after he loses. I guess Hotaru was not surprised but it was so sudden that I had to just laugh and remember who is the main character of this series- an ass. Yuya still has the water dragon in her heart and they are running out of time. It end with our heroes at the second gate and things are going to get real. Akira will be fighting in this next volume and I love him!

I give this series a Five out of Five stars. I get nothing for my review and I bought this manga with my own money.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

The battle between Kyo and Hotaru takes up the majority of this volume. It is quite amazing, with some of the most brutal attacks. However, as with many of these, we see a soft side to Hotaru, and we hope for a happy ending. Luckily, after this brutal battle, we see some humor and the mood is lightened. This does not last because we have a betrayal that breaks my heart and then we quickly meet the guardians of the second gate- the two dirty nurses that cursed Yuya with her impending death: Saishi and Seisai. The next volume will be amazing too!

[Yvensong · Rating 4 out of 5]

This volume focuses on the battle between Kyo and Hotaru. I usually don't enjoy the volumes that focuses solely on a battle. A fight stretched out over 100-200 pages can get rather repetitious and boring, so this volume was a pleasant surprise with all the humor, inner thoughts, down times, etc. that made for great fillers within the epic battle. The artwork continues to be very well done, making for an exciting read.

[Andrew · Rating 4 out of 5]

More dangers. More fights. And, a betrayal. Oh god, I hope it's not a betrayal. Please don't let it be a betrayal. I have to hand it to Akimine-sensei, putting a clock on Yayu's life keeps this series of battles from getting boring.

[Putri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kalau di buku ini, yang ku favoritkan itu Hotaru alias Keikoku.


Asli... Kocak abiizzz!

[keereads · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read

[Tanabrus · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quanto odio la "sindrome da dodici case"...

[Dominique "Eerie" Sobieska · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story is a bit dull when it starts off with Yuya and Kyoshiro. But as you progress, the plot thickens and newly cast members introduced piece by piece make this manga unique and a bit of a masterpiece. There are two main story lines: 1- Yuya is looking for the man that killed her brother and 2- Kyo is searching for his true body to exact his revenge. Every other plot in between just adds fuel to the story and lets you learn of the diverse background of many characters, friends or foes. The story itself was captivating and it is a shame that many people know of this series.

The art style refined over time, giving the battle scenes flaws execution. The each character had their own torments and demons to deal with but I would have to say that certain individuals needed more evolution or better backstory. The end was well received and left no stone unturned.

I have watched the anime adaptation and I don't recommend it. It doesn't do it justice.

Do I recommend:

Yes! Just not the anime!!