Ultraman, Vol. 15

Ultraman: Heroes Comics

by Eiichi Shimizu, Tomohiro Shimoguchi (Illustrator)

Decades ago, a being known as the Giant of Light joined together with Shin Hayata of the Science Special Search Party to save Earth from an invasion of terrifying monsters called Kaiju. Now, many years later, those dark days are fading into memory, and the world is at peace. But in the shadows a new threat is growing, a danger that can only be faced by a new kind of hero—a new kind of Ultraman…

Taro vows to fight the Star Cluster Council, believing that it has other plans for Earth besides its destruction and invasion. But the wild and mysterious Valky, maneuvering secretly within the Star Cluster Council, plays havoc with Taro’s mind. The machinations of the council rev up, and the outcome of their power play will determine Earth’s fate!

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

200 pages, Paperback

First published April 3, 2020

About the author

Eiichi Shimizu (清水栄一) is a Japanese mangaka.

Reviews

[Anthony Wendel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just as Taro is getting used to being home he finds himself having to fight against...ULTRAMAN!?! This issue introduces the concept may be the Ultras aren't the saviors everyone sees them as. It's a fascinating concept and hopefully, it will be addressed in future installments.

[Vilma Diaz · Rating 4 out of 5]

It felt like a lot happened in this volume and it all happened very quickly. There was action, suspense, and even humor. I do wish the Ultraman were easier to tell apart. Until someone drops a name, I have no idea who I’m supposed to be looking at on the page.

There was a major reveal at the end of the volume. I think. A part of me wants to look up some of the original Ultraman lore because I’m honestly kind of lost sometimes. They bring up events and people/organizations like I’m meant to know who they are when I’ve never heard of them. Maybe it’s just me.

It’s still an enjoyable read, though. And I’m looking forward to the next volume.

[Diogo Muller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not gonna lie, this volume started very slow and kinda messy, but oh man, did it recover.

We're getting more and more deep into the whole galatic conspiracy plot, and things are getting very interesting.

[Andrew · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had to actually re-read the prior 3 volumes before cracking this one open because I had lost the plot in the intervening months.

This was fun and action packed,the commentary is pretty on the nose but it is an enjoyable story. Surprised they manage to juggle so many Ultras.

[ISMOTU · Rating 5 out of 5]

A plot to discredit the Ultramen is afoot along with some shocking revelations.

[Alan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Look for those of us who saw Ultraman on local TV growinf up this remains a better than average trip down nostalgia lane. The lack of characterization is what prevents this from getting an additional star.

Because, the surprises to me have been the attempt to create a continuity between the multiple Ultraman series and why Earth was being invaded on a weekly basis.

For what I thought would be a brief series it looks like the story may have longer legs than I assumed

[Alberto Rodrigues · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tensão colocada do início ao fim, mas com uma resolução que traz um ganho forte para o próximo capítulo. Parece uma edição filler.