Shaman King. Omnibus, Vol. 4

Shaman King #4

by Hiroyuki Takei

The action manga bestseller returns, in 600-page editions featuring a remastered translation and new cover art by creator Hiroyuki Takei! Dive into the classic Shonen Jump adventure whose world of mystical spirits and bewitching battles inspired the classic anime.

This volume corresponds to Vol. 10-12 of the original release, featuring updated translation and lettering, back in print more than 20 years after its initial release!

The opening ceremonies are over and the first challenge of the Shaman Fight is assigned. The shamans are dropped off in North America with the mission to reach the Patch Village in just three months—with no directions or guidance! Alongside Yoh are allies, enemies, and spirits—all of whom have their own reasons for wanting to become the next Shaman King. Most notable is Hao, the enigmatic yet familiar self-professed “Future King.” Meanwhile, back in Izumo, a 1,000-year-old Asakura family secret threatens Yoh and the future of all humanity. Will Yoh choose the right path to become Shaman King and ensure a harmonious world?

Genres: Manga, Fantasy, Action, Graphic Novels

576 pages, Paperback

First published August 31, 2021

About the author

Hiroyuki Takei (武井宏之 Takei Hiroyuki) is a Japanese manga artist, best known as the creator of the manga and anime Shaman King. His brother, Hirofumi Takei (武井宏文) is also a manga-ka.

Reviews

[alexa · Rating 4 out of 5]

super interested in seeing where the story goes, especially since the whole group is kinda split up

[Coralie · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't feel invested in this set of volumes, nor really enjoyed their read at all :/

INDIVIDUAL VOLUME REVIEWS
Volume 10:

1 star

There just wasn't anything in this volume that I enjoyed. At most, it's at least interesting to find out more about Hao and have him really start to enter the story finally!

PLOT: Covers their library search for the Patch tribe, their interaction with Lilirara where they experience the memories of 5 members of the Seminoa tribe that were defeated by a mysterious Patch tribal member (which we find out is Hao in a previous life), they leave her to keep looking for the tournament location, where Lyserg bumps into them, fights them, and tells them his backstory and motivation for finding and defeating Hao just like them.




Volume 11:

1 star

I'm afraid I didn't really enjoy this volume either. I'm quite bored, quite uninvested, and just hoping we get more of the main dynamics I'm interested in. The Hao-Yoh rivalry/obsession and seeing Yoh's moral/emotional character displayed.

PLOT: Covers the explanation of who Hao is (ancestor in the Asakura family who developed shaman powers fully enough to be able to control his reincarnation, and reincarnated into the Patch tribe 500 years ago then the Asakura family again modern day, to try to win the Shaman Fight and make the world be rid of non-human Shamans). This was the most interesting part. Covers the introduction of Hao's book of spells (which might give Yoh a chance to defeat Hao) and the fight between Anna and the ghosts guarding the book. Horohoro is healed by a park ranger and connects with a traumatized bear to get it to trust humans again only for it to be shot to death by hunters. The group of 4 reunited, plus Lyserg, arrive at Mesa Verde, where they battle one of Hao's lackeys, who turns Lyserg into a vampire, then go into the passage towards the Patch village.



Volume 12:

1 star

As with the last couple volumes...I'm just not feeling invested, nor enjoying the read.

PLOT: Covers the end of the fight with the vampire, flashback of Ryu getting trained by Yohmei, X-Laws come in and help defeat the vampire; Anna, Manta and Tamao land in the US and meet Hao, the gang ventures further down the path and finds the giant column of energy that is the Great Spirit.

[The Book Dragon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Volume 10
If he wasn't already the clear villain of the story, Hao solidifies his spot in that roll... once, twice, and a third time in only this volume. We meet a new character Lyserg who starts off as an antagonist only to turn into a friend after getting the crap beaten out of him by the heroes (classic shonen...) Then the story drops an important bit of info and cuts to volume 11.

Volume 11
Aha! I remember chapters 95 and 96! But nothing else, which is probably a good thing because if I'd read the part about Horohoro's National Park adventure I wouldn't have understood it nearly as much as I do now (Go read Golden Kamuy, it's really good.) Then we get introduced to five four mini bosses, one of which is a descendant of Dracula (the historic one, not the Bram Stoker one).

Volume 12
I vaguely remember chapters 102 and 103... vaguely. Probably because I had absolutely no context for what was going on when I first read it, but now I'm big into mythology and history so I know who Susano'o and the Orochi are. Basically, I get the reference now. Anyway... uh... mini boss defeated... some lawful evil paladins show up... non-combat back-up arrives... ominous foreshadowing.


This omnibus contains volumes 10-12.

This series has 35 volumes.

[Popoy Ursua · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shaman King: Omnibus Volume 4 compiles Volumes 10–12 of the original manga by Hiroyuki Takei. In this volume, the long-awaited Shaman Fight finally begins! Yoh Asakura and his allies enter the global tournament, facing off against powerful and mysterious shamans from around the world.

The story takes a more serious turn as the stakes rise and the battles become more intense. We’re introduced to new characters like the X-Laws and the deadly Hao, a powerful shaman whose connection to Yoh adds mystery and danger to the journey ahead.

Highlights:

- The Shaman Fight officially begins

- Introduction of major new characters and groups

- Deeper dive into the world’s lore and shamanic powers

- More complex themes of justice, power, and destiny

The action, story, and emotions all ramp up in this volume, making it a must-read turning point in the series. The 3-in-1 format continues to be a great way to collect and enjoy the series with ease.

A pivotal volume that kicks off the main tournament, expands the universe, and raises the tension—perfect for fans ready for the next big arc!

[Julien L · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has some of the choicest moments in SK as far as I'm concerned. Takei hits a sweet spot here. Horohoro's encounter with the bear. The introduction and subsequent fight of Lyserg is superb (seriously one of Takei's best drawn fights), and then the Boris Dracula fight has such a sense of tension to it, and the way it all ends is just truly spectacular. I dunno. This whole series is something special.

[Rosie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic set of chapters in the Shaman King manga saga. This had a whole range of excellent moments, from exploring Horohoro’s views and connection to nature to a British detective shaman to a showdown with Dracula, it had it all. We learn more about the mysterious Hao and see the group become more of a team as the book progresses. The art and writing are both well done and entertaining. The only issues is how quickly I get to the last page, these are far too addictive to read.

[Alex Johnston · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember reading the Boris Dracula stuff when it first was published in English Shonen Jump over here, good stuff. We're about to get to the stuff I either haven't read or don't remember at all so I'm very excited.

[Sheepy · Rating 5 out of 5]

There was so much to love about these volumes!
Seeing the views of some of the characters along with the power of one's that havent really had much show time was awesome!

Not to mention some really good Introductions!

[Triscia Katerina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Horohoro's encounter with the bear and Ryu's shaman story really took the cake for me 😭❤️ Also I've been so excited to read about Hao. My childhood memories did not betray, I remembered him to be calmly intimidating and I loved that.

[Sanne Blomme · Rating 4 out of 5]

Relearn the ways of old.

[Dylan Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

8.5/10

This omnibus had the “character building” chapters. Every shonen manga does this thing where they have mini arcs showing how hard the side characters work and how sad their backstory is. Not bad but predictable.