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From the New World (manga) #2
From the New World, Volume 2
Pursued by foreign Morph Rats who do not fear humans as living deities, Saki and her friends have taken refuge with the odious creatures' domestic cousins, the worshipful Robber Fly Colony. Despite the assurances of Squealer, the hive's prolocutor, the young gods are in mortal danger—not least from their own brethren.
200 pages, Paperback
First published December 7, 2012
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October 14, 2020
Less fan service, more plot, way more death.
Just when everyone was getting comfortable, fucking, and enjoying life the pig like monsters attack. They shoot some poison gas into a tunnel, forcing our heroes to use magic to break through. But when one is poisoned, and the truth of their society starts to crumble, will they be able to survive or are they all....fucked?
This was pretty good actually. Better than volume one (Though i do miss my boobies) but it had a lot of great fight scenes, brutal deaths, lots of tricks and twist and turns, and a ending that was actually kind of shocking. I wonder where we will go from here. A 4 out of 5.
Just when everyone was getting comfortable, fucking, and enjoying life the pig like monsters attack. They shoot some poison gas into a tunnel, forcing our heroes to use magic to break through. But when one is poisoned, and the truth of their society starts to crumble, will they be able to survive or are they all....fucked?
This was pretty good actually. Better than volume one (Though i do miss my boobies) but it had a lot of great fight scenes, brutal deaths, lots of tricks and twist and turns, and a ending that was actually kind of shocking. I wonder where we will go from here. A 4 out of 5.
April 9, 2014
Ok so very very different from the anime. Seriously, you'd never guess they were related.
June 19, 2020
This story has potential -- no, really, I swear. Volume 2 actually improved upon this first volume by cutting out all of the random sex scenes that got in the way of the story. However, in volume 2, the story suffered. My main issue was Saki's relationship with Shun. I want to like this. I really, really do. I think the story has serious potential. I'm interested , but I'm also struggling.
January 22, 2015
The volume is a direct continuation of volume 1 and numerous layered plot lines have already started. Best to start reading at the beginning.
Saki and friends' first venture beyond the barrier turns deadly when they go too far and get caught in a war between Morph Rat tribes. But an even more sinister danger is lurking somewhere else...
This continues to be a very odd but compelling series. It has a fair number of issues in presentation and execution, but it's so unique and the story so intriguing I'm thoroughly hooked. The tone and pacing are different here, as the in-your-face fanservice sections from volume 1 are absent (except of course for the gratuitous cover). The dialog is often long and a bit clunky. At the same time there seems to be information and/or context missing here and there, mostly regarding the featured romantic relationships. The plot moves at a breakneck speed. Only two volumes in and there have already been numerous major revelations, shocking twists, and shifts in the story.
All that said, it's all fascinating and the underlying concepts and mysteries engrossing. The tension is kept incredibly high and despite trepidation over what awaits our protagonists I desperately want to know.
I've heard common consensus is that both the original light novel and the anime adaptation are superior to the manga version and lack a lot of its flaws. I'm enjoying this enough despite them that I'm going to finish the story this way, but will likely check out the other formats afterward.
From the New World is hard to describe, imperfect, and unsettling, but at the same time one of the most captivating and unique manga I've read in ages.
9/18/14
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Edit 1/22/15: The big twist here is still pretty impactful the second time through. Enjoying my reread of these early volumes.
Saki and friends' first venture beyond the barrier turns deadly when they go too far and get caught in a war between Morph Rat tribes. But an even more sinister danger is lurking somewhere else...
This continues to be a very odd but compelling series. It has a fair number of issues in presentation and execution, but it's so unique and the story so intriguing I'm thoroughly hooked. The tone and pacing are different here, as the in-your-face fanservice sections from volume 1 are absent (except of course for the gratuitous cover). The dialog is often long and a bit clunky. At the same time there seems to be information and/or context missing here and there, mostly regarding the featured romantic relationships. The plot moves at a breakneck speed. Only two volumes in and there have already been numerous major revelations, shocking twists, and shifts in the story.
All that said, it's all fascinating and the underlying concepts and mysteries engrossing. The tension is kept incredibly high and despite trepidation over what awaits our protagonists I desperately want to know.
I've heard common consensus is that both the original light novel and the anime adaptation are superior to the manga version and lack a lot of its flaws. I'm enjoying this enough despite them that I'm going to finish the story this way, but will likely check out the other formats afterward.
From the New World is hard to describe, imperfect, and unsettling, but at the same time one of the most captivating and unique manga I've read in ages.
9/18/14
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Edit 1/22/15: The big twist here is still pretty impactful the second time through. Enjoying my reread of these early volumes.
January 26, 2017
From the New World: A World of Hurt (spoilers)
I like how this story varies from the anime, but be aware that there are a lot of differences. By the end of this chapter the main tragic events of season one have already occurred. From the summer camp to the loss of Reiko and Shun. I'm glad for the changes. The anime definitely is heavier on exposition, and a monk sealed the kid's magic before they were attacked by morph rats. I 'think the anime creators thought it would raise the stakes, but I think this was just as suspenseful. Doubling up Shun's storyline with the attack on the Robber fly colony was a bit much. Okay...
I like how this story varies from the anime, but be aware that there are a lot of differences. By the end of this chapter the main tragic events of season one have already occurred. From the summer camp to the loss of Reiko and Shun. I'm glad for the changes. The anime definitely is heavier on exposition, and a monk sealed the kid's magic before they were attacked by morph rats. I 'think the anime creators thought it would raise the stakes, but I think this was just as suspenseful. Doubling up Shun's storyline with the attack on the Robber fly colony was a bit much. Okay...
March 18, 2015
From the beginning to the very last page, every moment in this volume is spent elaborating on the mystery of this world. This entry to the series retains all the dread and uncertainty of the previous book, but there are less light-hearted moments than the first volume. Overall, this is a solid entry to the series. One note: I recommend reading the volume in one sitting since the chapters don't really break up the story much, unlike in some manga where each chapter is nearly standalone.
January 21, 2014
Vertical, seriously. Please translate the original novel. ( ；∀；) The manga is good, but still. Can't wait until the next volume! ♥
February 7, 2014
Not much to say since this is book 2. It's as good as book one, and has left me wanting more. I'm probably going to hold off on reading anymore so I can binge read this when it's complete.
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