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RWBY: Official Manga Anthology #3
RWBY: Official Manga Anthology, Vol. 3: From Shadows
Straight from Rooster Teeth’s hit animation series, a new four-volume anthology series featuring stories from various manga creators, each focusing on a different member of Team RWBY!
Defeating monsters and stopping evil is a tough job, but TEAM RWBY is up for any challenge! Well, except for homework.
All new short stories set in the world of RWBY from more than fifteen different manga creators in one single volume!
Includes a full-color four-page story and four full-color illustrations. This volume focuses on Blake Belladonna from TEAM RWBY.
Plus, bonus messages from the illustrators and creators, with longer notes from RWBY character designer Ein Lee and actress Arryn Zech, the voice of Blake Belladonna herself!
Defeating monsters and stopping evil is a tough job, but TEAM RWBY is up for any challenge! Well, except for homework.
All new short stories set in the world of RWBY from more than fifteen different manga creators in one single volume!
Includes a full-color four-page story and four full-color illustrations. This volume focuses on Blake Belladonna from TEAM RWBY.
Plus, bonus messages from the illustrators and creators, with longer notes from RWBY character designer Ein Lee and actress Arryn Zech, the voice of Blake Belladonna herself!
168 pages, Paperback
First published September 19, 2017
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Monty Oum
10 books40 followersAssociated Name: Monyreak "Monty" Oum
Oum was an American web-based animator and writer. A self-taught animator, he scripted and produced several crossover fighting video series, drawing the attention of internet production company Rooster Teeth, who hired him. There, he provided custom animations for Red vs. Blue, and created the original animated series RWBY.
Oum attracted attention within the gaming community after releasing the hit video Haloid in 2007 on GameTrailers, which a Destructoid article called "the most interesting Halo-related fan movie in existence".The video has received more than 4 million views and is the most watched user-created content on the site In October of the same year, he released the first video in his Dead Fantasy fan series which, like Haloid, featured fantastical combat sequences between characters from two different established games series (this time Dead or Alive and Final Fantasy). He released five episodes of Dead Fantasy, a preview of an additional episode and two music videos featuring the heroines of the series. After Oum announced that he had started working for Rooster Teeth, the series was put on hold.
Oum suffered a severe allergic reaction during a medical procedure and fell into a coma on January 22, 2015. He died on February 1, 2015.
Oum was an American web-based animator and writer. A self-taught animator, he scripted and produced several crossover fighting video series, drawing the attention of internet production company Rooster Teeth, who hired him. There, he provided custom animations for Red vs. Blue, and created the original animated series RWBY.
Oum attracted attention within the gaming community after releasing the hit video Haloid in 2007 on GameTrailers, which a Destructoid article called "the most interesting Halo-related fan movie in existence".The video has received more than 4 million views and is the most watched user-created content on the site In October of the same year, he released the first video in his Dead Fantasy fan series which, like Haloid, featured fantastical combat sequences between characters from two different established games series (this time Dead or Alive and Final Fantasy). He released five episodes of Dead Fantasy, a preview of an additional episode and two music videos featuring the heroines of the series. After Oum announced that he had started working for Rooster Teeth, the series was put on hold.
Oum suffered a severe allergic reaction during a medical procedure and fell into a coma on January 22, 2015. He died on February 1, 2015.
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September 17, 2018
3.8
I read the first volume of this series featuring Ruby. While those stories were random, menial, and lacked depth, that was less-so in this volume. While there were still a lot of pointless bits in this anthology, there were a few stories that made me actually laugh aloud and there were a few that added some depth to Blake, but ended up getting a bit repetitive using some of the same thematic ideas of Faunus and Human.
I read the first volume of this series featuring Ruby. While those stories were random, menial, and lacked depth, that was less-so in this volume. While there were still a lot of pointless bits in this anthology, there were a few stories that made me actually laugh aloud and there were a few that added some depth to Blake, but ended up getting a bit repetitive using some of the same thematic ideas of Faunus and Human.
July 16, 2019
I feel like the majority of the stories in these anthologies are just queer bating of popular fan ships. This one was a majority just Yang/Blake queer bating, while the Weiss and Ruby anthologies were mostly Weiss/Ruby queer bating. All in all pretty disappointing. I really love Blake, and these stories weren’t very enjoyable.
November 3, 2019
As someone who's never been much of a Blake fan since getting into RWBY, I have to say that this volume of the RWBY manga anthology really softened me a bit with the heavier aspects of the stories that are contained in it. While most of the stories in the previous volumes tended to focus on a lot of fun and character exploration, these stories also focused with a lot of the underlying racial tension between humans and faunus, as well as the inner turmoil and lingering guilt Blake has regarding her past with the White Fang. It's still dubious whether or not these stories are actually canon, and even so, I don't take them as such necessarily, but it was still a nice change of pace from before.
Not much else to say at this point in time, but perhaps in the future I'll analyze just a little more when I go through this again.
Not much else to say at this point in time, but perhaps in the future I'll analyze just a little more when I go through this again.
January 18, 2020
idk as someone who doesn't like bumblebee .. most of this just wasn't really all that appealing. it kind of highlights another issue with how the faunus get infantilized and reduced to just "being cute" instead of actual people, though, but not in a way that actually gets dealt with. not that i expected it to.
May 21, 2019
I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review. I love the show on tv and got this volume of the book because I think that Blake is my favorite besides Ruby herself. I spent a lot of time watching the show and to get this with the short stories and illustrations took me right back to that world. That was something I did not know that I needed until I read this. Well worth it.
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January 17, 2025
Copy and paste my reviews of volume 1 and 2.
Or actually: I would have liked some more depth for Blake. I think her character, identity and especially her struggles with being one of the very few faunus at school could make real good substance for character studies. Instead I got a lot of shorts about "haha, she's just like a cat!"
Or actually: I would have liked some more depth for Blake. I think her character, identity and especially her struggles with being one of the very few faunus at school could make real good substance for character studies. Instead I got a lot of shorts about "haha, she's just like a cat!"
January 21, 2020
In burning through the RWBY series, my favorite character was the mysterious cat-eared ninja Blake. So when I picked up the anthology manga, I was naturally most looking forward to "From Shadows." It did not disappoint! Though most of the stories are silly little one-offs, many tales dive deeper into what makes the introverted faunus tick.
Without a doubt, my favorite story was the opening chapter, "Iridescent Dialogue." There's a lot there for fans of the show to sink their teeth into, from the intense moment in the series in which the story takes place, to the myriad colorful characters who appear and make their vibrant personalities felt, to the heavy subject matter of prejudice and how members of an oppressed minority can have very different views on how they should carry themselves and view each other. The central conflict between Blake and fellow faunus Neon is an excellent addition to the broader story. The bookended tale of a beach getaway with her partner Yang feels heartfelt and buzzing with warmth.
Some other stories I enjoyed were "The Monster" (where Blake and team leader Ruby start a book swap), "Blake! Blake! Blake!" (in which Blake reluctantly battles Yang in a joke contest), "Take Me Back" (during battle, Blake loses the bow that keeps her cat ears hidden from a judging world), "Break Time" (where Blake faces her worst fear: pet-sitting Ruby and Yang's dog Zwei) and "Curiosity Killed the Cat" (a legitimately creepy story involving a haunted mirror).
Many of the stories focus on Blake's relationship with Yang, but there's a surprising amount of silly content with her and Zwei, as well. Blake also spends a few stories with her faunus friend Sun, and there are more characters included here than in the Ruby collection, "Red Like Roses." Fans of the show will enjoy it, fans of Bumbleby will scream in joy, and there are even some parts in which people who aren't familiar with the animated series might find interest.
Without a doubt, my favorite story was the opening chapter, "Iridescent Dialogue." There's a lot there for fans of the show to sink their teeth into, from the intense moment in the series in which the story takes place, to the myriad colorful characters who appear and make their vibrant personalities felt, to the heavy subject matter of prejudice and how members of an oppressed minority can have very different views on how they should carry themselves and view each other. The central conflict between Blake and fellow faunus Neon is an excellent addition to the broader story. The bookended tale of a beach getaway with her partner Yang feels heartfelt and buzzing with warmth.
Some other stories I enjoyed were "The Monster" (where Blake and team leader Ruby start a book swap), "Blake! Blake! Blake!" (in which Blake reluctantly battles Yang in a joke contest), "Take Me Back" (during battle, Blake loses the bow that keeps her cat ears hidden from a judging world), "Break Time" (where Blake faces her worst fear: pet-sitting Ruby and Yang's dog Zwei) and "Curiosity Killed the Cat" (a legitimately creepy story involving a haunted mirror).
Many of the stories focus on Blake's relationship with Yang, but there's a surprising amount of silly content with her and Zwei, as well. Blake also spends a few stories with her faunus friend Sun, and there are more characters included here than in the Ruby collection, "Red Like Roses." Fans of the show will enjoy it, fans of Bumbleby will scream in joy, and there are even some parts in which people who aren't familiar with the animated series might find interest.
December 31, 2018
As I expected, Blake's chapters ended up being by far more interesting than Weiss' was because black actually had some serious backstory before the events of the RWBY series started. But what's good about the anthology is it really does flesh out some of the more comedic moments that Blake was so sorely missing in the early going (I can watch her hide from Zwei all day).
The only thing that is starting to bug me out of these is so many of these are trying to cling the root of the original story. I would have really liked to see a lot more one offs of just random adventure that could have taken place inside of main story moments. Ruby had a lot more of these in the first volume. I haven't seen as much in vol 2 and 3.
Next up is my favorite of four.
The only thing that is starting to bug me out of these is so many of these are trying to cling the root of the original story. I would have really liked to see a lot more one offs of just random adventure that could have taken place inside of main story moments. Ruby had a lot more of these in the first volume. I haven't seen as much in vol 2 and 3.
Next up is my favorite of four.
June 28, 2019
Most of what I think of this anthology is the same as in my reviews of Vol. 1 and 2; however, I just thought I'd give a few thoughts. There was no story in this that I particularly disliked although once again, I did find some of them repetitive. You don't need to have read the other two anthologies; however, you do need to have seen the show — especially Volumes 1-3 which this has massive spoilers for. My favorite story in this one was Curiosity Killed The Cat by Ohtsuki. It definitely had the best art style, in my opinion, and the story was exciting too. It was also one of the few stories in this book to feature a Grimm, and a new one too, with a fascinating concept. Overall, give this anthology a go if you enjoy RWBY.
June 29, 2021
I liked this volume too. Blake is the character to whose pains and fears and anxieties I relate to the most. And they were addressed in a few stories in this volume and I really liked that. Also seeing what opening up is to her, seeing her baby steps, I loved that too.
Also as a huge Bumbleby shipper, seeing not only Blake talk so sweetly of Yang but Yang be very blunt and obvious about her feelings for Blake makes my heart melt. They are so cute and make my heart so warm. I love them so much.
Also as a huge Bumbleby shipper, seeing not only Blake talk so sweetly of Yang but Yang be very blunt and obvious about her feelings for Blake makes my heart melt. They are so cute and make my heart so warm. I love them so much.
November 26, 2021
From Shadows è più o meno agli stessi livelli dei volumi precedenti, anche se a differenza di Red Like Roses ormai so cosa aspettarmi quindi la lettura fila molto più liscia, esattamente com'è stato per Mirror Mirror.
Gli sketch di Blake per ora sono i più divertenti proprio grazie alla sua natura di Faunus, oltre al fatto che la sua paura nei confronti di Zewi mi fa morire dalle risate.
Ps. Ho adorato "Non hanno il sushi!". 😂
Gli sketch di Blake per ora sono i più divertenti proprio grazie alla sua natura di Faunus, oltre al fatto che la sua paura nei confronti di Zewi mi fa morire dalle risate.
Ps. Ho adorato "Non hanno il sushi!". 😂
December 3, 2018
Book 3 in the RWBY anthology collection follow Blake Belladonna through some high school experiences.
Blake has always struggled with fellow members of society knowing her true identity, that of a Faunus. This adorable kitty’s personality is fully explored within the realm of Beacon. Would have liked some White Fang Blake ... but that is just me.
Ultimately a good addition to the anthology collection, and love me some wholesome Blake.
Blake has always struggled with fellow members of society knowing her true identity, that of a Faunus. This adorable kitty’s personality is fully explored within the realm of Beacon. Would have liked some White Fang Blake ... but that is just me.
Ultimately a good addition to the anthology collection, and love me some wholesome Blake.
April 3, 2021
Another good anthology! For all my mixed opinions on the show's current direction and some of the past plot choices, I definitely think they picked some great mangaka to fill these books. Though I haven't said in my previous reviews, I also love that the ends of these have little single-panel thanks from each illustrator, an afterword from Ein Lee, and a thanks from the English VA of the character the anthology is celebrating. All nice touches.
November 2, 2020
Of all the characters in the series, Blake is actually my favorite. She is reserved, serious, and above all a tormented character who is struggling to reconcile with what she is right now vs. what she was in the past. Also, I just find her cute. DONNOT get the wrong idea about the last statement, OK everyone? Thankyou.
December 19, 2021
This one has been the hardest to find and tbh it was a disappointing read. Blake is my favourite RWBY character but her book was reduced to a bunch of cat/racist jokes. Basically everything she is fighting against. If you enjoyed the rest, its worth a read but I would probably recommend digital rather than buying it.
October 6, 2024
This is my favorite book of the series! And it might just be because blake is my favorite character in rwby but there is one short story in this Manga that really catches my eyes (spoiler) when blake and weiss have a bonding moment with each other about Blake's cat ears (spoilers over) amazing read amazing art amazing book!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 25, 2018
Blake is my favorite, and this volume did not disappoint. There is a great mix of funny and serious stories (as in the past volumes) and a little more insight into this complicated character. The cat ear cosplay and her always-difficult relationship with Zwei are hilarious interludes.
February 10, 2019
A great anthology for Blake! I thought almost all stories did great at showing Blake's journey to accept herself and that there are others who care for her.
I still don't see RW & BY as ships, but this was significantly less shippy than the other two anthologies.
I still don't see RW & BY as ships, but this was significantly less shippy than the other two anthologies.
February 25, 2019
Once again, Rooster Teeth has done an amazing job with their latest installment. I loved how the reader got to see new sides of Blake that we don't get to see in the show. Again I recommend this to someone who has already seen RWBY volumes 1 through 3. Once again Thoroughly impressed.
January 6, 2020
For some reason this has been my least favorite anthology so far... Maybe its because Blake reminds me so much of myself and I'd rather be closer to any of the other characters.
It's stil a good collection of stories, but seems to focus excessively on her Faunas parts than character development.
It's stil a good collection of stories, but seems to focus excessively on her Faunas parts than character development.
September 24, 2024
3.5 rounded up because I miss her :,) but most of this is kind of being insensitive about Blake being a Faunus, but I liked the bumbleby moments, the team bonding, and that Beacon scary story at the end
December 6, 2018
I think it was fairly obvious that this would be a top rated book. Blake is my favourite member of RWBY. I just love the art and the cute stories.
December 7, 2018
Another good volume.
December 13, 2018
I love Blake so much!!
shes so brave and sweet.
loved hanging out with her
shes so brave and sweet.
loved hanging out with her
December 28, 2018
So goooood. It was great seeing Blake in different scenarios. I love these Anthology's. Only Yang left to go :D
January 2, 2019
I absolutely love Blake the loner bookworm that needs that family dynamic to be able to open into that flower I know she is.
January 5, 2019
I really enjoy the jokes, but manga isn't quite the medium for me.
February 2, 2019
Hint of Bumblebee
May 20, 2019
I didn't like this book as much. I guess just because Blake isn't my favorite character...
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