Variante, Vol. 2

Variante #2

by Iqura Sugimoto

Following the murder of her family, a girl named Aiko wakes up in a lab to discover that her own arm has been replaced by one from a hideous and powerful monster -- and the arm has a will of its own!

Agents from Aethos -- a mysterious, government-linked corporation -- want to use the power of Aiko's demon arm to fight the deadly creatures known as Chimeras, whose attacks on the civilian population are increasing. But Sudo, the agent who has befriended Aiko, isn't so happy about this development. In helping them to defeat this enemy, is she becoming an even greater threat herself?

Genres: Manga, Horror, Science Fiction, Graphic Novels, Shonen

178 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Japanese name: 杉基イクラ (SUGIMOTO Ikura)
Also uses the pseudonym Mao Kuon

Reviews

[Lauren · Rating 2 out of 5]

I've heard people say this is a more messed up version of Parasyte, but it's totally different and Parasyte is so much better. This manga pretty much solely relies on the gross imagery/ shock factor with very little character or plot substance at all. Like Lili-men (which isn't great either) but worse.

[Stacie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This continues to be and interesting yet gory story. I was hooked the entire time and thought the plot was compelling. I also felt like the developments with the main character were managed well, as it definitely kept me sucked into the story.

(Picked up at AX 2019 Manga Lounge)

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm still not sure why this series has "explicit content" labels. Is it for gore? Body horror? There's not a noticeable amount of nudity or swearing. Not a bad monster-fighting title.

[Gabi · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5

[David Doel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will this become a love story?

[Bruno · Rating 3 out of 5]

Het lost de belofte van het eerste deel in. Ondertussen heb ik ontdekt dat er vier delen zijn, en raak ik vanzelfsprekend benieuwd naar hoe het afloopt...