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るろうに剣心 [Rurōni Kenshin] #25
Rurouni Kenshin, #25: Verdad
Rurouni Kenshin #25 edición argentina: Verdad.
198 pages, Paperback
First published April 2, 1999
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Nobuhiro Watsuki
246 books424 followersWatsuki Nobuhiro (和月伸宏) is a Japanese manga artist, best known for his samurai-themed series Rurouni Kenshin. He once worked as an assistant for his favorite author Takeshi Obata.
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October 4, 2017
Yahiko got a lot of screen time with this volume. With Kenshin out of sorts from Kaoru's "death", Yahiko fought a major opponent in Kenshin's stead. This allowed Yahiko to grow away from Kenshin's shadow and into his own man. He may have needed Kenshin's help in the end, but make no mistake, Yahiko has become a legitimate swordsman.
January 15, 2025
Como é que vão resolver aquele twist? 😬
April 8, 2021
Rurouni Kenshin, Vol. 25 continues where the previous tankōbon left off and contains the next ten chapters (218–227) of the on-going manga series.
Kujiranami Hyōgo loses his control in prison, and goes berserk, attacking all Tokyo. With Saitō Hajime and Shinomori Aoshi being investigating Yukishiro Enishi's island, Myōjin Yahiko and a few policemen are the only ones try to confront him. All the officers are defeated by Kujiranami while Yahiko continues facing him despite his critical injuries.
Sanjō Tsubame desperately asks Himura Kenshin to help, but he still does not react. Another wanderer nicknamed Geezer, later revealed as Yukishiro Tomoe's father, helps Kenshin to discover what he can do to pay for the murderers he committed. Kenshin then goes to fight Kujiranami, and manages to calm him. After Kujiranami allows the policemen to arrest him, Kenshin starts resting to heal his wounds in order to prepare to rescue Kamiya Kaoru.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki. It continues the storyline where Himura Kenshin is at a crisis of faith and still grieving over the supposed loss of Kamiya Kaoru when Kujiranami Hyōgo goes berserk and escapes from jail causing havoc around Tokyo. Kenshin still unable to respond was visited by an old man – nicknamed Geezer, which in fact was the father of his late wife, Yukishiro Tomoe to remind him of his quest of redemption, which got him out of his mood.
All in all, Rurouni Kenshin, Vol. 25 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems really intriguing and I can't wait to read more.
Kujiranami Hyōgo loses his control in prison, and goes berserk, attacking all Tokyo. With Saitō Hajime and Shinomori Aoshi being investigating Yukishiro Enishi's island, Myōjin Yahiko and a few policemen are the only ones try to confront him. All the officers are defeated by Kujiranami while Yahiko continues facing him despite his critical injuries.
Sanjō Tsubame desperately asks Himura Kenshin to help, but he still does not react. Another wanderer nicknamed Geezer, later revealed as Yukishiro Tomoe's father, helps Kenshin to discover what he can do to pay for the murderers he committed. Kenshin then goes to fight Kujiranami, and manages to calm him. After Kujiranami allows the policemen to arrest him, Kenshin starts resting to heal his wounds in order to prepare to rescue Kamiya Kaoru.
This tankōbon is written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki. It continues the storyline where Himura Kenshin is at a crisis of faith and still grieving over the supposed loss of Kamiya Kaoru when Kujiranami Hyōgo goes berserk and escapes from jail causing havoc around Tokyo. Kenshin still unable to respond was visited by an old man – nicknamed Geezer, which in fact was the father of his late wife, Yukishiro Tomoe to remind him of his quest of redemption, which got him out of his mood.
All in all, Rurouni Kenshin, Vol. 25 is a wonderful continuation to a series that seems really intriguing and I can't wait to read more.
March 1, 2018
Kenshin's back!!!
February 14, 2019
Έτσι, μωρή Κάορου, με το σκουπόξυλο! Η καλή νοικοκυρά με το κουτάλι κλώθει! <3
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March 9, 2010
Otro tomo que volaron de un plumazo y que no voy a reseñar por caprichoso chinchudo. Eso sí, la escena en la que Kenshin rompe las cadenas de su sakabatoh es un epic win en todos los idiomas.
August 16, 2021
Kenshin was so devastated after believing Kaoru was dead and that he had failed to protect her; he fell ill. I was so sad to see him like that, I wanted to reach in and hug him. Enishi really did put him in a living Hell... Yahiko had to step up, and that was great. They are all dealing with grief differently, ever since the previous volume going through believing Kaoru was killed and then finding out she was alive and that rollercoaster of emotions. That was amazing. I kept hoping they would tell Kenshin soon about Kaoru being alive, but it was all so complicated. Great volume!
I wish they would adapt this into anime. The live-action movie butchered this arc.
I wish they would adapt this into anime. The live-action movie butchered this arc.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 30, 2020
Alright, so given that Manga is more of an ongoing story split into arcs that are in no way split up between volumes. I'm going to be reviewing story arc by story arc. This will then be copy and pasted throughout all of the 28 Volumes of the Manga. Also, let's get this out of the way. This is 1. A Reread and 2. Spoiler Warning I won't be directly recapping, but I will use points to describe my thoughts and feelings.
Tokyo Arc - Acts/Chapters 1-47 - Rating: 8/10
-A great start for a historical fiction. A bit on the nose, but I generally find with historical fictions you have to pretend that no one knows what time period you're talking about so it's nearly unavoidable.
-Great character work. Each Character introduced in Kenshin's gang are examples of how the war has hurt these people. This reflects on Kenshin as he was a key figure in the war that caused all these people that he growing to love, pain. Whether it's Yahiko who lost his parents to draft of war. Or Sanosuke who joined the rebellion and through political means lost his captain and the person he admired most. Or even Kaoru, who attempts to run a dojo in a time when Swords are forbidden by the government. All of these are monumental in Kenshin's redemption from the wrongs he has committed.
-My issue is moreso in how these conflicts come up. They seem very much villain of the week story. And most Shonens are when they initially start and I understand that. Some do it great. (Yu Yu hakusho) some do it terribly (Reborn) I think RuroKen does it OKAY. There are a lot of conveniences and Kenshin is the type of character who can nearly fix everything at any point because he's Kenshin and he outclasses the people they face.
-This arc is really split into 4 mini arcs. Beginning 6/10. Sanosuke Arc 9/10. Jin-E Arc 7/10. Oniwanbanshu arc 10/10
The Kyoto Arc - Acts/Chapters 48-151 - Rating: 9/10
-Phenomenal Arc. Kenshin must tackle with the concept of whether he can keep his oath against a man who is arguably his better. The man who replaced him as Hitokiri. Shishio Makota.
-The jupponganta, the villain group of this ark are all well designed and each one makes perfect sense why they would follow Shisho. Whether they love, respect or just want to kill him. Each one feels like a tough nit group. As for Shishio himself. He's one of those cool villains. I understand why he is and why he's so charismatic. But as far as being an actual villain. He doesn't do much. I think that's to his benefit. His whole concept is realistic in terms of, he has a time limit to how long he can fight. Which is why he created the jupponganta. But that doesn't make him still do so little in the story besides sit and wait for Kenshin to show up. My only real gripe.
-Kenshin conquers all of his fears and redeems himself completely towards the government by stopping the man that replaced him. Mastering Hiten Mitsurugi Ryu and finally allowing his friends to help him. It's a profound and beautiful arc that makes Kenshins character shine.
Jinchu Arc - Acts/Chapters 152-255 - Rating: 7/10
-Where in the last arc we saw Kenshin redeem himself in the eyes of the government. This is the arc where we see Kenshin redeem himself in the eyes of himself. When his Brother in law returns from China and threatens his friends and everyone he's grown to care for over the last 151 chapters Kenshin struggles with the reality of what murdering his late wife has become of Enishi.
-To me, there are three chunks, but they all work towards the same goal. The beginning.(7/10) The Flashback. (9/10) The End (5/10)
-The flashback is the strongest part of this. It was the missing piece in Kenshin's character and it really helps us figure out how and why he became who he became. He smiles constantly because his late wife wanted him to smile more. It's so sweet and tragic.
-However, the actual arc collects a bunch of random riff raffs to challenge Kenshin and his group of friends that also kinda have "beef" with him. But this and the end were pretty much the weak parts of this arc to me. The one dudes whole problem was that he got his hand cut off....and Kenshin DIDN'T kill him so...he decided to lose his whale-like mind and join a terrorist group. Two of the others had people they loved died. Who weren't good dudes btw, they were villains. But still...revenge. The other guy had some kind of clan responsibility but when he was defeated Kenshin just told him to go back to his family so it really wasn't an issue. And the final guy...well he didn't even have a beef. He just wanted to test out his mega unrealistic puppets. I'm talking Naruto unrealistic for a historical fiction.
-But all of those dudes at least had reasons. The villains in the final part were all just throw away villains that even Watsuki reveals himself were just throwaways. They aren't too compelling and giving the characters we have grown to love a final fight may have been appreciated by me the initial go. (because I was 14) I just found myself not caring whatsoever about these fights that lasted a whole volume by themselves upon rereading.
Overall, Rurouni Kenshin is a fantastic historical fiction centered around fantastic real life historical individuals. It's ability to write honest, true characters of the time period makes me remember them and I truly found so much more good in this series with the reread. The biggest issues this series has is staying consistent and opting to expose it's lack of authenticity for grenade launchers. Overall 8/10
Tokyo Arc - Acts/Chapters 1-47 - Rating: 8/10
-A great start for a historical fiction. A bit on the nose, but I generally find with historical fictions you have to pretend that no one knows what time period you're talking about so it's nearly unavoidable.
-Great character work. Each Character introduced in Kenshin's gang are examples of how the war has hurt these people. This reflects on Kenshin as he was a key figure in the war that caused all these people that he growing to love, pain. Whether it's Yahiko who lost his parents to draft of war. Or Sanosuke who joined the rebellion and through political means lost his captain and the person he admired most. Or even Kaoru, who attempts to run a dojo in a time when Swords are forbidden by the government. All of these are monumental in Kenshin's redemption from the wrongs he has committed.
-My issue is moreso in how these conflicts come up. They seem very much villain of the week story. And most Shonens are when they initially start and I understand that. Some do it great. (Yu Yu hakusho) some do it terribly (Reborn) I think RuroKen does it OKAY. There are a lot of conveniences and Kenshin is the type of character who can nearly fix everything at any point because he's Kenshin and he outclasses the people they face.
-This arc is really split into 4 mini arcs. Beginning 6/10. Sanosuke Arc 9/10. Jin-E Arc 7/10. Oniwanbanshu arc 10/10
The Kyoto Arc - Acts/Chapters 48-151 - Rating: 9/10
-Phenomenal Arc. Kenshin must tackle with the concept of whether he can keep his oath against a man who is arguably his better. The man who replaced him as Hitokiri. Shishio Makota.
-The jupponganta, the villain group of this ark are all well designed and each one makes perfect sense why they would follow Shisho. Whether they love, respect or just want to kill him. Each one feels like a tough nit group. As for Shishio himself. He's one of those cool villains. I understand why he is and why he's so charismatic. But as far as being an actual villain. He doesn't do much. I think that's to his benefit. His whole concept is realistic in terms of, he has a time limit to how long he can fight. Which is why he created the jupponganta. But that doesn't make him still do so little in the story besides sit and wait for Kenshin to show up. My only real gripe.
-Kenshin conquers all of his fears and redeems himself completely towards the government by stopping the man that replaced him. Mastering Hiten Mitsurugi Ryu and finally allowing his friends to help him. It's a profound and beautiful arc that makes Kenshins character shine.
Jinchu Arc - Acts/Chapters 152-255 - Rating: 7/10
-Where in the last arc we saw Kenshin redeem himself in the eyes of the government. This is the arc where we see Kenshin redeem himself in the eyes of himself. When his Brother in law returns from China and threatens his friends and everyone he's grown to care for over the last 151 chapters Kenshin struggles with the reality of what murdering his late wife has become of Enishi.
-To me, there are three chunks, but they all work towards the same goal. The beginning.(7/10) The Flashback. (9/10) The End (5/10)
-The flashback is the strongest part of this. It was the missing piece in Kenshin's character and it really helps us figure out how and why he became who he became. He smiles constantly because his late wife wanted him to smile more. It's so sweet and tragic.
-However, the actual arc collects a bunch of random riff raffs to challenge Kenshin and his group of friends that also kinda have "beef" with him. But this and the end were pretty much the weak parts of this arc to me. The one dudes whole problem was that he got his hand cut off....and Kenshin DIDN'T kill him so...he decided to lose his whale-like mind and join a terrorist group. Two of the others had people they loved died. Who weren't good dudes btw, they were villains. But still...revenge. The other guy had some kind of clan responsibility but when he was defeated Kenshin just told him to go back to his family so it really wasn't an issue. And the final guy...well he didn't even have a beef. He just wanted to test out his mega unrealistic puppets. I'm talking Naruto unrealistic for a historical fiction.
-But all of those dudes at least had reasons. The villains in the final part were all just throw away villains that even Watsuki reveals himself were just throwaways. They aren't too compelling and giving the characters we have grown to love a final fight may have been appreciated by me the initial go. (because I was 14) I just found myself not caring whatsoever about these fights that lasted a whole volume by themselves upon rereading.
Overall, Rurouni Kenshin is a fantastic historical fiction centered around fantastic real life historical individuals. It's ability to write honest, true characters of the time period makes me remember them and I truly found so much more good in this series with the reread. The biggest issues this series has is staying consistent and opting to expose it's lack of authenticity for grenade launchers. Overall 8/10
February 26, 2025
Team Kenshin has gone into action. And though they are not standing together at one place…the wheels are turning, and the battles are raging onward. So many good lines and thoughts in the volume but this one on page 131 is to me the words that touch the heart. “Revenge” is not his truth. That will not reach his heart. No matter how loud you yell…but if there is a voice asking for help, even the softest voice will definitely reach him…that is his truth, so he will stand up in order to answer that plea.” That is my moment there in this volume…and the rise of a hero is so so satisfying.
May 30, 2019
This continues (and ends) the series of volumes that have been primarily characterization since Kenshin took himself off to the City of the Lost. To say much more would, I feel, offer more spoilers than I would want reading a review.
The focus (and only return to battle) falls on Yahiko, who demonstrates how far he's come and how much he's matured. Nobuhiro nails the pay off on his character development here.
The focus (and only return to battle) falls on Yahiko, who demonstrates how far he's come and how much he's matured. Nobuhiro nails the pay off on his character development here.
February 5, 2017
Today's post is on Rurouni Kenshin volume 25 by Nobuhiro Watsuki. It is 208 pages long and is published by Shonen Jump. The cover has Kenshin, Yahikio and Sanosuke looking cool and ready for a fight. It is the twenty-fifth volume in the long running series. You have to have read the first twenty-four in the series to understand the story. The intended reader is someone who likes historical stories, manga, and interesting characters. There is no foul language, no sex, but some violence in this series. The story is told from third person close following different characters. There Be Spoilers Ahead.
From the back of the book- Kujiranami, the giant whose right arm Kenshin severed during the Bakumatsu, escapes from prison and goes on the rampage. He is armed with a frightening new weapon, and the police force is helpless against his wrath. One warrior has the courage to stand up to him: Myôjin Yahiko, Kenshin's youthful ward and Kaoru's only student in Kamiya Kasshin-ryû. And while it's true that Yahiko's skill has increased, will he alone be able to stop a deranged Kujiranami? If Kenshin doesn't do something quick, this will certainly be Yahiko's greatest--and last--battle!
Review- This volume is about Yahiko fighting someone who can and will kill him. Tsubame goes running to Kenshin for one last attempt to get help. Kenshin has been totally gone but because Tsubame calls to him for help, he reponses. The old man who has been sitting with Kenshin says that revenge would not reach Kenshin because he does not care about revenge. But someone, anyone, needed help Kenshin will always response to. Yahiko pulls the few police that are in Tokyo together to try and stop Kujiranami. He faces Kujiranami himself to give innocent people time to get out of his way. Kujiranami sees Kenshin in Yahiko and that drives him even crazier. Not much happens with Kaoru and Enishi; just getting ready to face Kenshin and friends. Aoshi and Saito find where Enishi is, so everything is ready for the beginning of the final face off. More action, more drama, and more fighting ahead!
I give this volume a Five out of Five stars. I get nothing for my review and I bought this manga with my own money.
April 23, 2023
It is great that they gave Yahiko another moment to shine but I wished it would have stayed his instead his fight is used as a way to bring back Kenshin which is not bad but I do feel that it would have been nice if Yahiko got to finish a full fight on his own instead of having Kenshin save him but seeing Kenshin back in action is nice as we get to move into the final arc.
April 15, 2023
The fact that the whole premise of the series revolves around "and nobody will be killed by the sword again" should give away the fact that ahem aherm hem hem is not dead, but confirmation is appreciated, I suppose.
July 14, 2017
This is a guilty pleasure re-read of the series alongside my regular GR challenge. I’ve loved Rurouni Kenshin since I was a kid, and it makes me happy to dive back into this series.
August 13, 2017
Man oh man, this was a great volume!
September 15, 2017
Rurouni Kenshin is one of my favorite animes and manga. Quite enjoyable.
December 11, 2017
Go Yahiko!
January 21, 2019
So very good.
I thoroughly enjoyed this volume just as the previous one. I am definitely looking forward to read the next volume.
I thoroughly enjoyed this volume just as the previous one. I am definitely looking forward to read the next volume.
March 13, 2019
BATTOUSAI!!
December 26, 2021
Many truth have been revealed one after another. I don't know which one surprised me the most.
July 7, 2023
Nobody can fight your inner battles for you except yourself through meditation and heavy introspection ♾️🗡️ I also wanna take a 4 day nap like Kenshin 🥲
July 8, 2023
Lame side villain is still lame, but I can't deny what our little waiting game has done both for Yahiko and Kenshin 👏👏👏 Applause all around.
Onto volume 26! (Wow, almost done!)
Onto volume 26! (Wow, almost done!)
December 7, 2024
Kali ini Yahiko yang dapat peran paling banyak.
Btw aku kaget lho sama jati diri si kakek. Btw kok dia bisa tahu kalau Kenshin itu pernah jadi suaminya Tomoe, ya?
Btw aku kaget lho sama jati diri si kakek. Btw kok dia bisa tahu kalau Kenshin itu pernah jadi suaminya Tomoe, ya?
October 2, 2025
This volume was mostly about finishing side quests before tackling the final dungeon.
October 21, 2024
Kujiranami vs Kenshin, once again. And we get to see Kenshin come out of his trance. The volume is all right.
But I gotta say, I know that Geezer was Tomoe’s father since it’s been hinted already, but this really seems to come out of left field. I would have much preferred to have this character simply be a vagabond and not someone conveniently tied to the plot.
But I gotta say, I know that Geezer was Tomoe’s father since it’s been hinted already, but this really seems to come out of left field. I would have much preferred to have this character simply be a vagabond and not someone conveniently tied to the plot.
May 14, 2024
Chaos in Tokyo
Kujiranami's berserk rampage in Tokyo presents a dire situation with Saitō and Aoshi away on Enishi's island. Yahiko, despite his critical injuries, stands as the last line of defense alongside a few brave policemen. Their valiant efforts to confront the rampaging Kujiranami illustrate their courage and dedication, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
Kenshin's Awakening
Tsubame's desperate plea for help shakes Kenshin from his despondency. The intervention of the wanderer known as Geezer, provides Kenshin with a moment of introspection. Geezer's guidance helps Kenshin understand a new perspective on atonement for his past deeds, reigniting his sense of purpose.
A Hero's Return
With renewed resolve, Kenshin confronts Kujiranami. The battle not only tests Kenshin's physical abilities but also his emotional and psychological strength. By calming Kujiranami and allowing him to be arrested, Kenshin demonstrates his commitment to protecting those around him and making amends for his past. As he rests and heals from his wounds, Kenshin prepares for the ultimate mission: rescuing Kaoru and bringing Enishi to justice.
Kujiranami's berserk rampage in Tokyo presents a dire situation with Saitō and Aoshi away on Enishi's island. Yahiko, despite his critical injuries, stands as the last line of defense alongside a few brave policemen. Their valiant efforts to confront the rampaging Kujiranami illustrate their courage and dedication, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
Kenshin's Awakening
Tsubame's desperate plea for help shakes Kenshin from his despondency. The intervention of the wanderer known as Geezer, provides Kenshin with a moment of introspection. Geezer's guidance helps Kenshin understand a new perspective on atonement for his past deeds, reigniting his sense of purpose.
A Hero's Return
With renewed resolve, Kenshin confronts Kujiranami. The battle not only tests Kenshin's physical abilities but also his emotional and psychological strength. By calming Kujiranami and allowing him to be arrested, Kenshin demonstrates his commitment to protecting those around him and making amends for his past. As he rests and heals from his wounds, Kenshin prepares for the ultimate mission: rescuing Kaoru and bringing Enishi to justice.
July 14, 2008
Rurouni Kenshin is the second manga that I ever finished reading. I like the drawing style a lot and thought that the plot was pretty good. The thing that I liked about this manga was that there are several people and events in here (such as Saito Hajime, Katsura Kogoro, etc.) that were real/ did happen and I enjoyed looking up said people and events and finding out the historical facts. The manga is also a good read.
March 9, 2013
Hyōgo escapes the prison and starts to rampage through the town. Only Yahiko is brave enough to stand up to him and puts up quite a battle. At the last moment, Kenshin arrives (from the urging of Tsuname) and makes sure Yahiko doesn't die. I love seeing Yahiko's growth from the early volumes to now!
Our group is slowly coming back together- we are waiting for Sanosuke.
Our group is slowly coming back together- we are waiting for Sanosuke.
September 13, 2008
I spent most of this volume squealing and clapping my hands. Yahiko's battle is brilliant, it's fun to see him becoming more and more like Kenshin, and Kenshin coming back is always brilliant. I can't believe there's only three volumes left!
Stills needs more Sanosuke, though.
Stills needs more Sanosuke, though.
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