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Batman and the Justice League Manga #2
Batman and the Justice League, Vol. 2
The sequel to the thrilling Batman and the Justice League Vol. 1--all in manga style!
Rui has learned the truth about his parents' disappearance, but the fight for his family has only just begun. The Joker and Lex Luthor's gambit to harness the magical powers of the ley lines underneath Gotham City is underway, and now they've recruited a new ally to their scheme: Ocean Master!
While Batman and the Justice League fight to keep The Joker at bay, Aquaman must go head-to-head with his brother to keep Gotham City from being washed away. But it's Rui and his mother who may hold the key to stopping the mystical plot once and for all--if they can only figure out how!
Mangaka Shiori Teshirogi (Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas) creates an exciting new story that combines an authentic Japanese comics approach with these iconic American characters. Currently serialized in the Japanese monthly Champion Red, the next four chapters of this groundbreaking series are collected here in Batman and the Justice League Vol. 2.
Rui has learned the truth about his parents' disappearance, but the fight for his family has only just begun. The Joker and Lex Luthor's gambit to harness the magical powers of the ley lines underneath Gotham City is underway, and now they've recruited a new ally to their scheme: Ocean Master!
While Batman and the Justice League fight to keep The Joker at bay, Aquaman must go head-to-head with his brother to keep Gotham City from being washed away. But it's Rui and his mother who may hold the key to stopping the mystical plot once and for all--if they can only figure out how!
Mangaka Shiori Teshirogi (Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas) creates an exciting new story that combines an authentic Japanese comics approach with these iconic American characters. Currently serialized in the Japanese monthly Champion Red, the next four chapters of this groundbreaking series are collected here in Batman and the Justice League Vol. 2.
208 pages, Paperback
First published April 20, 2018
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Shiori Teshirogi
132 books79 followersShiori Teshirogi (手代木史織) is a japanese manga artist.
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July 7, 2019
There's very little story here. I read the entire thing in about 12 minutes. It's just Aquaman and Ocean Master puffing their chests out at one another for 200 pages. The art, while technically is well drawn, is very busy with so many effects on the page to often make it difficult to follow the action.
September 25, 2019
Slow to develop and the art is constrained, repetitious, and predictable to the point that one merely skims it while reading the brief dialogue.
June 7, 2021
This book feels like an Aquaman side story as opposed to a story about Rui, who is supposed to be the main protagonist and focus of the story.
September 17, 2024
Summary:
The manga "Batman and the Justice League Manga, Vol. 2" by Shiori Teshirogi continues the exciting combination of the iconic DC superheroes with the Japanese manga style. Following the events of the first volume, Teshirogi creates a unique interpretation of these beloved characters.
The second volume delves into the story centering on Rui, a young Japanese man who goes to Gotham City to find his missing parents. His path brings him into contact with Batman and the Justice League as they face a new threat that includes Aquaman's brother and the Joker. The evil duo plan to harness the power of Ley lines, mysterious energies beneath the Earth, for destructive purposes. Batman, along with Superman, Wonder Woman and the rest of the Justice League, work together to stop them and protect Rui.
Review
This particular manga is full of action scenes, and the pacing is generally well balanced. Teshirogi knows how to build tension, whether it's a fight scene or an emotional scene. The illustration is very detailed and vivid.
Thoughts:
It's the second manga I've read with superheroes from the Marvel and DC worlds and I'm excited. The marriage of Japanese and American elements is fantastic. I look forward to reading the sequel.
The manga "Batman and the Justice League Manga, Vol. 2" by Shiori Teshirogi continues the exciting combination of the iconic DC superheroes with the Japanese manga style. Following the events of the first volume, Teshirogi creates a unique interpretation of these beloved characters.
The second volume delves into the story centering on Rui, a young Japanese man who goes to Gotham City to find his missing parents. His path brings him into contact with Batman and the Justice League as they face a new threat that includes Aquaman's brother and the Joker. The evil duo plan to harness the power of Ley lines, mysterious energies beneath the Earth, for destructive purposes. Batman, along with Superman, Wonder Woman and the rest of the Justice League, work together to stop them and protect Rui.
Review
This particular manga is full of action scenes, and the pacing is generally well balanced. Teshirogi knows how to build tension, whether it's a fight scene or an emotional scene. The illustration is very detailed and vivid.
Thoughts:
It's the second manga I've read with superheroes from the Marvel and DC worlds and I'm excited. The marriage of Japanese and American elements is fantastic. I look forward to reading the sequel.
October 3, 2020
This book continues the JL expansion but this time focusing on Aquaman vs Ocean master and the emotions here make you feel. The gut punches betweetn the brothers is terrific. Loved every single minute of it. Also more revealtions on LOD members and ley lines and such good art! It keeps getting better only!
September 23, 2019
I like this for the same reason I liked the New Superman series. I LIKE seeing things that are going in a new direction and not the same stuff that's been covered for 70 years.
December 27, 2019
And just like that Batman is annoying again....
The story is picking up and getting to the classic DC action and cheesy punch-lines! The art is great and full of good emotions.
The story is picking up and getting to the classic DC action and cheesy punch-lines! The art is great and full of good emotions.
January 8, 2020
For shear weirdness, this takes the cake. Just a fun series filled both with manga tropes and superhero ones.
April 12, 2020
Dear lord woman, why did you have to make Orm so hot and sad? I think I have a type and this book made it plainly obvious.
June 3, 2022
Recensione dei primi due volumi scritta per il sito Nerd Pool e che potete trovare qui sotto e al seguente link: https://www.nerdpool.it/2022/05/18/ba...
Rui è un comune ragazzo giapponese che giunge a Gotham City per cercare i suoi genitori scomparsi un anno prima proprio nella città dove il crimine dilaga… Li però incontrerà Batman, il paladino della giustizia alle prese con i soliti problemi con il Joker. O forse no…
Il nuovo piano del folle clown vede coinvolta una misteriosa bevanda, la Gaia Juice, una donna misteriosa e le cosiddette Ley Line, delle linee di energia sparse in tutto il mondo. Ma qualcosa sta succedendo e ad avvertire Batman c’è il giornalista Clark Kent, ossia Superman. Ha notato strani movimenti delle Ley Line che si stanno concentrando proprio attorno a Gotham City. Che cosa sta succedendo? Ed è solo un caso che tutto sia iniziato poco dopo l’arrivo di Rui?
Questo è il mistero che ruota attorno a Batman e la Justice League, un manga che riesce molto bene a mischiare il mondo comics con quello dei manga. Oltre, ovviamente, allo stile di disegno, rivediamo elementi tipici dei manga shonen, il mistero delle linee di potere e il protagonista Rui che risulta essere predestinato, con poteri nascosti ancora da svelare.
Dall’altra ritroviamo i nostri eroi DC preferiti. Batman ha un ruolo predominante, che segue Rui e lo aiuta fin dai primi momenti in cui lo incontra e ancora di più una volta compreso il suo legame con le Ley Line. Lo vediamo come il supereroe tormentato dal suo passato e che agisce in solitaria, come abbiamo visto anche nei famosi film che lo vedono protagonista.
Ma tranquilli che ritroveremo tutta la Justice League o quasi. Compare presto Superman ad indicare che Joker non agisce da solo, ma con la collaborazione di Lex Luthor. Inoltre tra il finale del primo volume e il secondo vedremo Aquaman alle prese con suo fratello Orm, evaso di prigione che si è alleato con Joker e Luthor. E infine comparirà anche Wonder Woman pronta a far ragionare Batman sul lavorare come Team e ad occuparsi di Rui quando pare aver ritrovato sua madre.
Lo stile manga non stona affatto e il design degli eroi viene ben reso, mantenendo anche le loro storie personali che i fan dei fumetti conoscono molto bene. Però Batman e la Justice League rimane un manga che può essere appassionante e avvincente anche per chi non è molto avvezzo a questo mondo. Si riesce comunque ad apprezzare la sua storia, che prende e può ancora presentare molte sorprese nei due volumi conclusivi che usciranno presto.
Questo manga diventa davvero uno sguardo curioso e inedito degli eroi DC che può accontentare entrambi i mondi del fumetto orientale e occidentale, avvicinandoli e facendoli collaborare molto bene.
Rui è un comune ragazzo giapponese che giunge a Gotham City per cercare i suoi genitori scomparsi un anno prima proprio nella città dove il crimine dilaga… Li però incontrerà Batman, il paladino della giustizia alle prese con i soliti problemi con il Joker. O forse no…
Il nuovo piano del folle clown vede coinvolta una misteriosa bevanda, la Gaia Juice, una donna misteriosa e le cosiddette Ley Line, delle linee di energia sparse in tutto il mondo. Ma qualcosa sta succedendo e ad avvertire Batman c’è il giornalista Clark Kent, ossia Superman. Ha notato strani movimenti delle Ley Line che si stanno concentrando proprio attorno a Gotham City. Che cosa sta succedendo? Ed è solo un caso che tutto sia iniziato poco dopo l’arrivo di Rui?
Questo è il mistero che ruota attorno a Batman e la Justice League, un manga che riesce molto bene a mischiare il mondo comics con quello dei manga. Oltre, ovviamente, allo stile di disegno, rivediamo elementi tipici dei manga shonen, il mistero delle linee di potere e il protagonista Rui che risulta essere predestinato, con poteri nascosti ancora da svelare.
Dall’altra ritroviamo i nostri eroi DC preferiti. Batman ha un ruolo predominante, che segue Rui e lo aiuta fin dai primi momenti in cui lo incontra e ancora di più una volta compreso il suo legame con le Ley Line. Lo vediamo come il supereroe tormentato dal suo passato e che agisce in solitaria, come abbiamo visto anche nei famosi film che lo vedono protagonista.
Ma tranquilli che ritroveremo tutta la Justice League o quasi. Compare presto Superman ad indicare che Joker non agisce da solo, ma con la collaborazione di Lex Luthor. Inoltre tra il finale del primo volume e il secondo vedremo Aquaman alle prese con suo fratello Orm, evaso di prigione che si è alleato con Joker e Luthor. E infine comparirà anche Wonder Woman pronta a far ragionare Batman sul lavorare come Team e ad occuparsi di Rui quando pare aver ritrovato sua madre.
Lo stile manga non stona affatto e il design degli eroi viene ben reso, mantenendo anche le loro storie personali che i fan dei fumetti conoscono molto bene. Però Batman e la Justice League rimane un manga che può essere appassionante e avvincente anche per chi non è molto avvezzo a questo mondo. Si riesce comunque ad apprezzare la sua storia, che prende e può ancora presentare molte sorprese nei due volumi conclusivi che usciranno presto.
Questo manga diventa davvero uno sguardo curioso e inedito degli eroi DC che può accontentare entrambi i mondi del fumetto orientale e occidentale, avvicinandoli e facendoli collaborare molto bene.
September 8, 2022
If you were someone who wasn't that invested at the end of the first volume, I would implore you to continue the series, as volume 2 is far better than its predecessor.
For one thing, more DC heroes join the fight, making the story much more of a fun DC fest. Seeing Batman and Superman in the first volume was cool, but having Wonder Woman and Aquaman be part of the core cast and offer their insight into the big conflict was a joy to see. Seeing a manga stylized Wonder Woman was an enjoyable surprise. She was the epitome of kawaii.
Also, something I forgot to focus on when reviewing the first volume, was how accurate these characters were. Batman was Batman, Superman was Superman, etc. Batman's relationship with Rui was a strength as well, seeing Rui's beliefs for peace at all cost contrast with the Dark Knight's violent night activities.
Rui was good in this volume, not overextending his welcome. I was worried he was just going to be a self insert Gary Stu, but he is balanced fairly well. He spends most of the volume on the sidelines, looking after his mother, only joining the battle with the others when he absolutely has to. It felt realistic and not like just another DC fanfic.
Also, the drawings in this volume were INCREDIBLE. Not only do the DC characters look awesome and hot, the action scenes were drawn well. In the first volume, I had a hard time understanding what was going on, but here I am aware of everything. The panels are placed well to where I can feel every punch and attack. Especially in the fights between Aquaman and his rival brother Ocean Master, which is good, since their fight takes up a huge bulk of the volume.
So if you like DC and manga, and read the first volume of the series and was hesitant to continue, I beg you to keep going, for this entry will surely grip you tightly and not let you go.
For one thing, more DC heroes join the fight, making the story much more of a fun DC fest. Seeing Batman and Superman in the first volume was cool, but having Wonder Woman and Aquaman be part of the core cast and offer their insight into the big conflict was a joy to see. Seeing a manga stylized Wonder Woman was an enjoyable surprise. She was the epitome of kawaii.
Also, something I forgot to focus on when reviewing the first volume, was how accurate these characters were. Batman was Batman, Superman was Superman, etc. Batman's relationship with Rui was a strength as well, seeing Rui's beliefs for peace at all cost contrast with the Dark Knight's violent night activities.
Rui was good in this volume, not overextending his welcome. I was worried he was just going to be a self insert Gary Stu, but he is balanced fairly well. He spends most of the volume on the sidelines, looking after his mother, only joining the battle with the others when he absolutely has to. It felt realistic and not like just another DC fanfic.
Also, the drawings in this volume were INCREDIBLE. Not only do the DC characters look awesome and hot, the action scenes were drawn well. In the first volume, I had a hard time understanding what was going on, but here I am aware of everything. The panels are placed well to where I can feel every punch and attack. Especially in the fights between Aquaman and his rival brother Ocean Master, which is good, since their fight takes up a huge bulk of the volume.
So if you like DC and manga, and read the first volume of the series and was hesitant to continue, I beg you to keep going, for this entry will surely grip you tightly and not let you go.
November 25, 2019
Batman is a popular, but niche character in Japan. A fair number of manga creators are big fans of Batman and his various incarnations, so every so often a licensed Batman manga appears. The big difference this time is that other superheroes are coming along for the ride.
Japanese teen Rui Aramiya’s parents are kidnapped, and he turns to the Justice League for help. In the previous volume, his mother Sayuri was rescued from the power plant where she’d been imprisoned by Lex Luthor and the Joker. However, her shrine maiden abilities have gone off the rails, making her dangerous.
In this volume, the focus shifts a bit as Aquaman’s brother Orm, the Ocean Master, escapes imprisonment and decides to wipe out Gotham City. Orm’s more powerful than ever before, especially when the Joker and new villain Akurou (who wears a theatrical Japanese demon mask) show him how to tap into ley lines.
A fair amount of time is spent on the emotional connection and misunderstanding between the two brothers Meanwhile, Batman continues to be very grumpy (Robin died recently) and only begrudgingly accepting the assistance of Superman and Wonder Woman. They’re de-emphasized this volume, but still get some nice moments.
The art is decent, a little heavy on the bishounen (pretty boy) end, which doesn’t work for all the characters.
Rui suffers some from being the Japanese insert character; he’s pivotal to the overall plot but kind of bland, while Akurou at least gets to be theatrical.
I recommend this volume primarily for Aquaman fans; it remains to be seen how well the rest of the series holds up.
Japanese teen Rui Aramiya’s parents are kidnapped, and he turns to the Justice League for help. In the previous volume, his mother Sayuri was rescued from the power plant where she’d been imprisoned by Lex Luthor and the Joker. However, her shrine maiden abilities have gone off the rails, making her dangerous.
In this volume, the focus shifts a bit as Aquaman’s brother Orm, the Ocean Master, escapes imprisonment and decides to wipe out Gotham City. Orm’s more powerful than ever before, especially when the Joker and new villain Akurou (who wears a theatrical Japanese demon mask) show him how to tap into ley lines.
A fair amount of time is spent on the emotional connection and misunderstanding between the two brothers Meanwhile, Batman continues to be very grumpy (Robin died recently) and only begrudgingly accepting the assistance of Superman and Wonder Woman. They’re de-emphasized this volume, but still get some nice moments.
The art is decent, a little heavy on the bishounen (pretty boy) end, which doesn’t work for all the characters.
Rui suffers some from being the Japanese insert character; he’s pivotal to the overall plot but kind of bland, while Akurou at least gets to be theatrical.
I recommend this volume primarily for Aquaman fans; it remains to be seen how well the rest of the series holds up.
July 20, 2020
Ce n'est pas comme si j'avais gardé un souvenir impérissable du premier volume, mais je crois me souvenir très clairement qu'on suivait un japonais perdu dans Gotham. Quand on sait le choc qu'une ville comme Paris peut être pour eux, autant dire que là il était en pleine incompréhension culturelle. De plus, son arc impliquait sa mère qui impliquait le Joker donc tout était vu par ses yeux. Bah pas dans ce volume.
Si la trame de fond reste la même (les leys lines sous Gotham), c'est Batman qui est le point de vue avec le conflit Ocean Master/Aquaman en histoire principale. Le japonais est relégué à une ou deux scènes et ce qui était amusant (le choc culturel) a disparu. On est dans le combat basique avec une histoire entre les frères des océans et c'est longuet. Et non résolu à la fin du volume. On y croise aussi Superman et Wonder Woman.
Donc c'est très moyen et peu original, par la scénariste/dessinatrice de Saint Seya: Lost Canvas.
Si la trame de fond reste la même (les leys lines sous Gotham), c'est Batman qui est le point de vue avec le conflit Ocean Master/Aquaman en histoire principale. Le japonais est relégué à une ou deux scènes et ce qui était amusant (le choc culturel) a disparu. On est dans le combat basique avec une histoire entre les frères des océans et c'est longuet. Et non résolu à la fin du volume. On y croise aussi Superman et Wonder Woman.
Donc c'est très moyen et peu original, par la scénariste/dessinatrice de Saint Seya: Lost Canvas.
July 8, 2019
I grabbed this because the library got it in and I didn’t want to write off the whole series after just one volume. However, after this one, I’m more than ready to say I won’t be picking up any more of this series.
The story continues to be incredibly nonsensical. It feels like the writer is familiar with the DC characters as concepts, but not with any depth. The “Justice League” (If it can be called that, since it seems to consist only of Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman) is misused, the story continues to revolve around poorly explained “ley lines,” (a concept that would be fine if they weren’t just an excuse to do whatever the plot demanded), and art remains questionable to bad. About the only positive thing I can say about this one is that all the characters on the cover actually appear in this volume, which gives it a step up on volume one.
The story continues to be incredibly nonsensical. It feels like the writer is familiar with the DC characters as concepts, but not with any depth. The “Justice League” (If it can be called that, since it seems to consist only of Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman) is misused, the story continues to revolve around poorly explained “ley lines,” (a concept that would be fine if they weren’t just an excuse to do whatever the plot demanded), and art remains questionable to bad. About the only positive thing I can say about this one is that all the characters on the cover actually appear in this volume, which gives it a step up on volume one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 5, 2020
Alors nous voici avec un manga japonais avec Batman et d'autres personnages qui font partie de la série DC. Les dessins et la composition du récit sont typiques avec des divinités qui ne sont pas sans rappelées les chevaliers du zodiaque.
Bien construit, mais pour moi, nous sommes loin de l'univers urbain initial et de l'héroïsme issu de la lutte entre le bien et le mal.
Les mondes qui s'affrontent sont plus celui des éléments (eau, terre...) et des dynasties.
Bien construit, mais pour moi, nous sommes loin de l'univers urbain initial et de l'héroïsme issu de la lutte entre le bien et le mal.
Les mondes qui s'affrontent sont plus celui des éléments (eau, terre...) et des dynasties.
September 13, 2024
I'm glad I stuck around, because the plot in this one is much more interesting. Most of it was about Aquaman and his brother, and all of those scenes were great. Admittedly, the Japanese folklore was merely a subplot in this volume, and that part of the story still feels retconned... But it's a fun read.
CW: superhero violence
CW: superhero violence
October 13, 2019
El estilo de dibujo me gusta mucho, pero en este tomo no ha pasado nada, la trama no ha avanzado en absoluto. Todo ha sido pelea entre Aquaman y su hermano y los dos repetían la misma conversación tooodo el rato.
June 29, 2024
Much weaker volume
The artwork is stunning, and i really enjoy the creative take on these classic characters. The story, however, is lackluster, confusing, and all over the place. This volume also ends super abruptly, like mid-thought.
Read this for the art, not the story!
The artwork is stunning, and i really enjoy the creative take on these classic characters. The story, however, is lackluster, confusing, and all over the place. This volume also ends super abruptly, like mid-thought.
Read this for the art, not the story!
May 20, 2019
More of a 3.5
March 2, 2020
Not nearly as good as the first and very drawn out. Hoping it all ends well.
March 6, 2021
Eh, wasn't unpleasant, there just wasn't much here. Brothers yelling at each other. Hard to follow art. Maybe if it were in color? Felt like you could've done this all in 20 pages.
June 5, 2022
Chaotic art and a chaotic story did not make this a favorite. It was an easy was to spend 20 minutes but definitely not a repeat read.
January 13, 2024
הייתי אוהב את זה אם הייתי תינוק
2/5
2/5
April 20, 2025
The way it's structured makes it feel like panels or pages are missing, but I'm starting to get used to it. The mystery of the plot has me intrigued enough that I'm also forgiving some minor faults.
June 20, 2020
This improved when I realised that there was in fact a way to work the Comixology app for Manga. It suddenly became a far smoother experience to read.
The art is good, the story moves on apace and we see the Justice League come together. I particularly like the portrayal of the Joker in this collection. He seems both menacing and deranged.
The book was OK. At times it was hard to keep following it because of the style but not so much that it stopped me enjoying it. The ley lines / Magic stuff was not the best and everyone still looks soooo young but I did like some of the intricate line work and it certainly had its own identity.
It was a good read. Not great but fine.
The art is good, the story moves on apace and we see the Justice League come together. I particularly like the portrayal of the Joker in this collection. He seems both menacing and deranged.
The book was OK. At times it was hard to keep following it because of the style but not so much that it stopped me enjoying it. The ley lines / Magic stuff was not the best and everyone still looks soooo young but I did like some of the intricate line work and it certainly had its own identity.
It was a good read. Not great but fine.
April 19, 2022
2023.02.02
OK, mi sa che porto a tre stelline la mia valutazione per questo volume. Anche perché ho letto quello che succede dopo e posso affermare che questo terzo tomo sia meglio dei due conclusivi.
Capisco che l'autrice abbia voluto presentare tutti i personaggi della Justice League ma il cambio di personaggi non è stato proprio liscio. E poi, mi mancano tutta la storia precedente dei due fratelli...
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2022.04.19
Ho letto i primi due volumi uno di seguito all'altro e... mi sembra che non abbiano nulla in comune... Lex e Joker sono passati in secondo piano per lasciare spazio ad Aquaman e a suo fratello. Senza dimenticare la strana creatura pseudo-giapponese che accompagna il Joker.
Tra l'altro il fratello cattivo è decisamente più affascinante del fratello buono...
Decisamente meno interessante del primo volume.
OK, mi sa che porto a tre stelline la mia valutazione per questo volume. Anche perché ho letto quello che succede dopo e posso affermare che questo terzo tomo sia meglio dei due conclusivi.
Capisco che l'autrice abbia voluto presentare tutti i personaggi della Justice League ma il cambio di personaggi non è stato proprio liscio. E poi, mi mancano tutta la storia precedente dei due fratelli...
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2022.04.19
Ho letto i primi due volumi uno di seguito all'altro e... mi sembra che non abbiano nulla in comune... Lex e Joker sono passati in secondo piano per lasciare spazio ad Aquaman e a suo fratello. Senza dimenticare la strana creatura pseudo-giapponese che accompagna il Joker.
Tra l'altro il fratello cattivo è decisamente più affascinante del fratello buono...
Decisamente meno interessante del primo volume.
August 11, 2020
Rui's mom attacks Wayne Manor and he tries to save Alfred from her. Wonder Woman, Superman, Aquaman, and of course Batman step in to save her. Wonder Woman uses her lasso of truth on her. Aquaman fights Orm, while Superman and Batman go after the Joker.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 9, 2024
This is where the story loses me. Absolutely nothing was accomplished in this volume. The artwork continues to be good, but there was no substance to this volume at all. If I come across the others used I may pick it up, but I will not seek this out further. So disappointing.
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