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地獄楽 [Jigokuraku] #11
Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku, Vol. 11
The palace has transformed into a bloody battleground, forcing the new Yamada Asaemon arrivals into an uneasy alliance with those seeking to escape the island. A giant monster has entered the fray, one so large that everyone is trapped within the confines of its body. If they don't escape by morning, they'll be transformed into flowers and used to fuel the destruction of everything they know!
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First published September 4, 2020
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November 16, 2021
JODER, CON JIKKA. ¿POR QUÉ HA TARDADO TANTO EN TENER RELEVANCIA?
Pd: estoy triste porque mis peores temores se están confirmando poco a poco y lloraré.
Pd: estoy triste porque mis peores temores se están confirmando poco a poco y lloraré.
August 18, 2023
3.5 stars. can goodreads please get the half star ratings feature??
January 20, 2024
La historia se encamina a su inevitable final. La batalla campal de todos contra todos continúa y Shija, la gran rival de Gabimaru, se presenta. Jikka por primera vez cobra cierta importancia como personaje. No puedo evitar preguntarme qué personajes llegarán en pie al final, que está tan próximo...
April 19, 2022
Allegiances? All over the place.
Alliances? Made, but don't know if they will actually be kept.
This is not my favorite of the volumes, but good overall. Jikka and Shija (who were interesting to me before) can f*ck off.
I see a bittersweet ending on the horizon. I just have a feeling. Please don't make me cry Yuji Kaku.
Thoughts throughout the chapters:
Alliances? Made, but don't know if they will actually be kept.
This is not my favorite of the volumes, but good overall. Jikka and Shija (who were interesting to me before) can f*ck off.
I see a bittersweet ending on the horizon. I just have a feeling. Please don't make me cry Yuji Kaku.
Thoughts throughout the chapters:
May 21, 2023
still have 2 vols to go but this might just be in the top 10 best manga i’ve read
January 23, 2023
I kind of can’t see how this story is going to end. I have been behind Gabimaru and his wife this entire time but now I’m thinking it would be a cool, very sad ending if it turns out it was all an act because they’re ninjas and they’ve been raised to be empty.
With Chobe, he 100% is thinking, “look how my baby bro has grown, he doesn’t need me any more, I can die happy and secure in the knowledge that he will only continue to grow.” Which is nonsense because these are two of my favourites and I really don’t want to see them parted. His mind palace was a very sweet place filled with multiple versions of himself telling him what he needs to know to make his decisions and as always, every version of himself knows he’s got to do whatever helps his brother. Shion’s promise to be Nurugai’s guide and father figure was reminding me of Sirius Black asking Harry to move in with him after he’s acquitted of crimes and we know how that ended. I am scared for them because I still haven't gotten over Tenza’s death and he died for these two, so they can’t die.
It’s also the fact that Nurugai has grown from the teachings and friendship she received from these two. Yes, she is probably mentally and physically strong enough to go live her life again without them, but why should she? I like this kid. Yuzuriha has come back to life and continues to be a great character. She’s level-headed and rational without truly being heartless and cold, and having a great sense of joy about her. I love that type of character. We get to learn about Isuzu in this volume and I’m also enamoured with her. She’s faced prejudice all her life amongst the general population because of her darker features and it was Shugen who fought for her and made her feel comfortable. Her loyalty makes sense and the way Kiyo speaks of Shugen also makes it difficult for me to truly dislike him.
I’m very conflicted about Shugen. It’s undeniable that he has a massive heart for ALL the people of his clan. It is so clear to me why he inspires such loyalty, love and admiration from them. He’s also a very good fighter who wears his heart on his sleeve. At the same time, he killed Fuchi, who I really liked too. I believe Isuzu is also having a little difficulty as she knows the most rational path is to work with the criminals, but Shugen means so much to her that she must and wants to follow him.
Then there’s Jikka. He’s come in like a leader who is very good at delegating and surprisingly strong but incredibly lazy. I can’t dislike him for wanting an easier life but now he’s going to have Shugen killed for his pleasures. Or is he? I don’t know what he’s up to. I was ready to call him a bisexual icon but on the whole, he’s a bit too creepy to be an icon which is a shame.
One issue that I have had with this series is the nudity. I’m not adverse to nudity and I will say that in this story, it doesn't always just seem like fanservice. The Tensen are ever changing and engaged in ritual sex so it makes sense. It would be perfectly fine except the author does not balance depictions of female nudity and male nudity. When female characters are going through emotional turmoil, or when we look into their inner thoughts, they’re naked but not when the male characters do the same. At least make it equal.
Another “bad” character I like is Shija. She is very entertaining and I’m here to be entertained so of course, I like her. Again, acting with her heart on her sleeve and again, it’s putting her at odds with our main characters. But I like her all the same. The author’s art really impresses me when he’s depicting the ninja fights. The way he captures their motion is much better than when he’s showing sword fights. I prefer these fights visually to the monster slashing. I hope Sagiri gets to fight for an actual reason soon because she hasn’t done much fighting lately and I can’t abide by her reason to fight Shija being that she called her a hag. She’s shown herself to be above such things. She’s a calm and lever headed person, not one who falls to taunts from a psycho.
This volume was split up with everyone in a pair fighting 1/5 tandems of ten big plant so we spent some time with each one to establish what each group is fighting for and what we have to lose. I believe this is probably a set up so that we can watch them die next volume after finding out what they have to live for.
With Chobe, he 100% is thinking, “look how my baby bro has grown, he doesn’t need me any more, I can die happy and secure in the knowledge that he will only continue to grow.” Which is nonsense because these are two of my favourites and I really don’t want to see them parted. His mind palace was a very sweet place filled with multiple versions of himself telling him what he needs to know to make his decisions and as always, every version of himself knows he’s got to do whatever helps his brother. Shion’s promise to be Nurugai’s guide and father figure was reminding me of Sirius Black asking Harry to move in with him after he’s acquitted of crimes and we know how that ended. I am scared for them because I still haven't gotten over Tenza’s death and he died for these two, so they can’t die.
It’s also the fact that Nurugai has grown from the teachings and friendship she received from these two. Yes, she is probably mentally and physically strong enough to go live her life again without them, but why should she? I like this kid. Yuzuriha has come back to life and continues to be a great character. She’s level-headed and rational without truly being heartless and cold, and having a great sense of joy about her. I love that type of character. We get to learn about Isuzu in this volume and I’m also enamoured with her. She’s faced prejudice all her life amongst the general population because of her darker features and it was Shugen who fought for her and made her feel comfortable. Her loyalty makes sense and the way Kiyo speaks of Shugen also makes it difficult for me to truly dislike him.
I’m very conflicted about Shugen. It’s undeniable that he has a massive heart for ALL the people of his clan. It is so clear to me why he inspires such loyalty, love and admiration from them. He’s also a very good fighter who wears his heart on his sleeve. At the same time, he killed Fuchi, who I really liked too. I believe Isuzu is also having a little difficulty as she knows the most rational path is to work with the criminals, but Shugen means so much to her that she must and wants to follow him.
Then there’s Jikka. He’s come in like a leader who is very good at delegating and surprisingly strong but incredibly lazy. I can’t dislike him for wanting an easier life but now he’s going to have Shugen killed for his pleasures. Or is he? I don’t know what he’s up to. I was ready to call him a bisexual icon but on the whole, he’s a bit too creepy to be an icon which is a shame.
One issue that I have had with this series is the nudity. I’m not adverse to nudity and I will say that in this story, it doesn't always just seem like fanservice. The Tensen are ever changing and engaged in ritual sex so it makes sense. It would be perfectly fine except the author does not balance depictions of female nudity and male nudity. When female characters are going through emotional turmoil, or when we look into their inner thoughts, they’re naked but not when the male characters do the same. At least make it equal.
Another “bad” character I like is Shija. She is very entertaining and I’m here to be entertained so of course, I like her. Again, acting with her heart on her sleeve and again, it’s putting her at odds with our main characters. But I like her all the same. The author’s art really impresses me when he’s depicting the ninja fights. The way he captures their motion is much better than when he’s showing sword fights. I prefer these fights visually to the monster slashing. I hope Sagiri gets to fight for an actual reason soon because she hasn’t done much fighting lately and I can’t abide by her reason to fight Shija being that she called her a hag. She’s shown herself to be above such things. She’s a calm and lever headed person, not one who falls to taunts from a psycho.
This volume was split up with everyone in a pair fighting 1/5 tandems of ten big plant so we spent some time with each one to establish what each group is fighting for and what we have to lose. I believe this is probably a set up so that we can watch them die next volume after finding out what they have to live for.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 18, 2021
I mean…. Can they just kill Shija now ? I hate her existence and I want her to perish so hopefully the next volume will make my dream come true; I expect this not to be a lovely dovey happy ending kinda manga, I think it will be something between happy and extremely miserable. I just really hope they get back in one piece (I doubt it) man oh man WE ARE REALLY ALMOST AT THE END AHHHHHHHHHH
Also I think Sagiri I kinda being played dirty here; she could do more (she should and I expected more) she looked quiet promising but I don’t know what the author is doing making her all “let’s try to compromise” and struggling to “fight” even the slightest bit… she had more potentials and a good background story but now she’s just (I don’t wanna say it) acting like a weakling and seeking protection.. I mean come on now.. all these strong female characters can’t be ruined or teeter around the end; so hopefully I see Something from her soon or else I’ll be a little disappointed (considering the other fem characters are just smashing it tbh)
Also I think Sagiri I kinda being played dirty here; she could do more (she should and I expected more) she looked quiet promising but I don’t know what the author is doing making her all “let’s try to compromise” and struggling to “fight” even the slightest bit… she had more potentials and a good background story but now she’s just (I don’t wanna say it) acting like a weakling and seeking protection.. I mean come on now.. all these strong female characters can’t be ruined or teeter around the end; so hopefully I see Something from her soon or else I’ll be a little disappointed (considering the other fem characters are just smashing it tbh)
July 10, 2022
# Protect Nurugai & Shion pls 😭🙏🏻 ich liebe die beiden so sehr und ich hab so Angst vor dem Ende omg 😭
September 9, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
”I believe that you are righteous. And when you’re in the wrong, then so, too, will I be.”
I LOVE THE CHARACTERS DYNAMICS!!!!
Especially Gabimaru and Sagiri. Also, Shion and Nurugai’s father-daughter relationship is stirring up all my emotions. Aza brothers winning best manga brothers award!!!
”I believe that you are righteous. And when you’re in the wrong, then so, too, will I be.”
I LOVE THE CHARACTERS DYNAMICS!!!!
Especially Gabimaru and Sagiri. Also, Shion and Nurugai’s father-daughter relationship is stirring up all my emotions. Aza brothers winning best manga brothers award!!!
July 8, 2023
Shija is definitely crazy... And Jikka is a complicated character because he agreed to team up with them but he still wants others dead just so that he can get a higher rank. And the way he sees things makes him really strong! We haven't seen him fight yet, but his intelligence sure is incredible.
Also, Iwagakure's training is brutal! But the outcome is that, yes the majority of kids die during training but the ones who survive become really strong.
Also, Iwagakure's training is brutal! But the outcome is that, yes the majority of kids die during training but the ones who survive become really strong.
July 13, 2024
3.5 ⭐️ A lot happening and nothing at the same time. Like, a lot of action was happening and you can tell we are reaching the end. But there was so much action with 0 character depth and no funny banter and a whole new plot twist that makes no sense to me. I am still loving the series overall though.
March 2, 2025
Lot of shifting alliances and schemes this volume. Simultaneously a lot of moving pieces while a lack of progress made. Very video game set up, with pairs splitting up to all struck a weak point at the same time. Jinka is one schemer despite the lax persona.
September 2, 2024
The final battle begins! And it’s quite intense. Shija is such a great character and their history with Gabimaru is perfect.
January 16, 2025
این جیکا شیکا میکا عجب خریه د وا بده
چه مانگایی
چه مانگایی
July 24, 2021
2,5. This volume is very convoluted. There’s too much happening with too many plotting or twisting. Tbh I don’t feel engaged with this story anymore, but I’m still curious to see how they’ll overcome the situation. Also, for some reason, Sangiri lost her arc awhile ago and that’s shame because seemed promising.
March 5, 2022
3-3.5 stars. Didn't like it as much as previous volumes. Lots of action, not as many funny/cute character interactions, and more focus on the newer characters than on the ones I already love. I feel like the new characters almost came out of nowhere pretty late into the game. Also, I do feel like Sagiri got pushed to the background and was overshadowed by many of the side characters. And again, this story has so many power-system terms and so many plots going on at the same time that it can be overwhelming.
BUT it is fun, the art is as gorgeous as ever, and I'm super excited to continue the series! Can't believe I'm almost done with it!
BUT it is fun, the art is as gorgeous as ever, and I'm super excited to continue the series! Can't believe I'm almost done with it!
August 23, 2023
Another awesome volume.
September 10, 2025
Chronique complète :
https://sunread26.wordpress.com/2025/...
Extrait :
L’intensité de l’intrigue ne fait qu’augmenter, tout en restant sur un rythme assez rapide (alors même qu’il reste encore deux tomes). Les personnages que l’on suit depuis le début sont vraiment poussés à bout et malheureusement, certains vont encore périr. Tandis que d’autres, ceux arrivés avec Shugen, ne vont pas changer d’avis pour un sous concernant les condamnés. Il n’y a rien de pire que des gens bornés qui utilise cet aspect pour ne pas avoir à choisir ou décider par soi-même. À mes yeux, ils sont lâches et dangereux, car ils peuvent faire n’importe quoi si leur hiérarchie leur ordonne (comme les Nazis).
Shugen continue de montrer une force incroyable au combat, mais sur tous les autres plans, il reste encore à la ramasse. Mais le tome ne se concentre pas vraiment sur lui, mais plutôt sur Jikka. Lui qui a été forcé de retourner sur l’île alors même qu’il est le premier et le seul à en être revenu vivant. Mystérieux et difficile à cerner, il semble avoir des ambitions bien à lui. Il fait d’ailleurs une révélation très importante, alors même qu’elle nous est donnée comme une lettre à la poste. À savoir que le numéro 1 de leur clan est déjà mort, jusqu’à présent, les personnages indiqués qu’il était parti dans une sorte de voyage, mais lui indique tout autre chose. Jikka est peut-être mystérieux, mais une chose est sûre, il est extrêmement dangereux, peut-être même autant que Shugen. Ses plans personnels, laissent également entrevoir une lutte peut-être fratricide entre les membres du clan. Enfin, je dis ça, mais il souhaite sous-traiter la basse besogne aux frangins criminels, afin que sa réputation ne soient pas entachée. S’ils réussissent, ils seront alors considérés comme mort sur l’île et auront donc la liberté. Tandis que lui, pourra devenir le numéro 1 du clan et, selon ses dires, profiter de la vie. Par contre, s’ils échouent, il pourra largement s’en sortir indemne, mais pas eux… Il arrive à tuer et renvoyer des projectiles avec un simple morceau de bois. Il dit que depuis toujours, il voit comment il doit faire, bref, c’est un génie. Jikka est clairement intelligent, avec sans doute de très bons réflexes et aussi des sens très aiguisés. D’où cette grande puissance et le fait qu’il arrive à prédire pas mal de choses. Reste à savoir s’il est sincère concernant Shugen…
Jikka parvient malgré tout à faire en sorte que personne ne s’entretue pour le moment (en dehors des shinobis envoyés pour tuer Gabimaru, dont il sait qu’ils n’obéiront pas). J’imagine que les autres ont partagés leurs informations et qu’ils en sont venus à la conclusion qu’il fallait détruire les cinq souches en même temps. Chose qui ne sera pas facile puisqu’il se défend et que les autres sont épuisés. C’est ironique, mais Isuzu fini avec son comparse Kiyomaru (totalement sous l’emprise de Shugen). Eux qui ont avancés si vite depuis le début commencent enfin à ressentir de la fatigue, mais ça ne va pas plus loin. Ils ne sont pas assez intelligent pour se douter que la situation est ainsi depuis le début pour les autres et qu’ils sont donc à bout depuis bien plus longtemps qu’eux. Le temps est compté, puisque s’ils ne se dépêchent pas, ils vont tous finir par se transformer en arbre, y compris ceux qui n’avaient rien fait pour. Les fleurs libèrent des spores et rien que respirer fait démarrer la transformation et à une vitesse fulgurante. Gabimaru se retrouve face à son camarade psychopathe qu’il va devoir affronter s’il veut réussir à couper la racine qui lui a été désignée. Quant à Shugen, on ne sait pas trop ce qu’il fait, il tue tout ce qui bouge et montre sa totale utilité (c’est ironique, bien sûr qu’il ne sert à rien il est sans doute le boss final).
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https://sunread26.wordpress.com/2025/...
Extrait :
L’intensité de l’intrigue ne fait qu’augmenter, tout en restant sur un rythme assez rapide (alors même qu’il reste encore deux tomes). Les personnages que l’on suit depuis le début sont vraiment poussés à bout et malheureusement, certains vont encore périr. Tandis que d’autres, ceux arrivés avec Shugen, ne vont pas changer d’avis pour un sous concernant les condamnés. Il n’y a rien de pire que des gens bornés qui utilise cet aspect pour ne pas avoir à choisir ou décider par soi-même. À mes yeux, ils sont lâches et dangereux, car ils peuvent faire n’importe quoi si leur hiérarchie leur ordonne (comme les Nazis).
Shugen continue de montrer une force incroyable au combat, mais sur tous les autres plans, il reste encore à la ramasse. Mais le tome ne se concentre pas vraiment sur lui, mais plutôt sur Jikka. Lui qui a été forcé de retourner sur l’île alors même qu’il est le premier et le seul à en être revenu vivant. Mystérieux et difficile à cerner, il semble avoir des ambitions bien à lui. Il fait d’ailleurs une révélation très importante, alors même qu’elle nous est donnée comme une lettre à la poste. À savoir que le numéro 1 de leur clan est déjà mort, jusqu’à présent, les personnages indiqués qu’il était parti dans une sorte de voyage, mais lui indique tout autre chose. Jikka est peut-être mystérieux, mais une chose est sûre, il est extrêmement dangereux, peut-être même autant que Shugen. Ses plans personnels, laissent également entrevoir une lutte peut-être fratricide entre les membres du clan. Enfin, je dis ça, mais il souhaite sous-traiter la basse besogne aux frangins criminels, afin que sa réputation ne soient pas entachée. S’ils réussissent, ils seront alors considérés comme mort sur l’île et auront donc la liberté. Tandis que lui, pourra devenir le numéro 1 du clan et, selon ses dires, profiter de la vie. Par contre, s’ils échouent, il pourra largement s’en sortir indemne, mais pas eux… Il arrive à tuer et renvoyer des projectiles avec un simple morceau de bois. Il dit que depuis toujours, il voit comment il doit faire, bref, c’est un génie. Jikka est clairement intelligent, avec sans doute de très bons réflexes et aussi des sens très aiguisés. D’où cette grande puissance et le fait qu’il arrive à prédire pas mal de choses. Reste à savoir s’il est sincère concernant Shugen…
Jikka parvient malgré tout à faire en sorte que personne ne s’entretue pour le moment (en dehors des shinobis envoyés pour tuer Gabimaru, dont il sait qu’ils n’obéiront pas). J’imagine que les autres ont partagés leurs informations et qu’ils en sont venus à la conclusion qu’il fallait détruire les cinq souches en même temps. Chose qui ne sera pas facile puisqu’il se défend et que les autres sont épuisés. C’est ironique, mais Isuzu fini avec son comparse Kiyomaru (totalement sous l’emprise de Shugen). Eux qui ont avancés si vite depuis le début commencent enfin à ressentir de la fatigue, mais ça ne va pas plus loin. Ils ne sont pas assez intelligent pour se douter que la situation est ainsi depuis le début pour les autres et qu’ils sont donc à bout depuis bien plus longtemps qu’eux. Le temps est compté, puisque s’ils ne se dépêchent pas, ils vont tous finir par se transformer en arbre, y compris ceux qui n’avaient rien fait pour. Les fleurs libèrent des spores et rien que respirer fait démarrer la transformation et à une vitesse fulgurante. Gabimaru se retrouve face à son camarade psychopathe qu’il va devoir affronter s’il veut réussir à couper la racine qui lui a été désignée. Quant à Shugen, on ne sait pas trop ce qu’il fait, il tue tout ce qui bouge et montre sa totale utilité (c’est ironique, bien sûr qu’il ne sert à rien il est sans doute le boss final).
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October 16, 2023
Com apenas mais dois volumes para terminar a saga, Yuji Kaku volta a entregar-nos mais um volume frenético, onde é praticamente impossível prever o rumo da narrativa.
Bom, neste volume tenho obrigatoriamente que falar das personagens Shija e Jikka. Shija é uma personagem completamente louca, cimentando-se como psicopata. Igualmente ninja de Iwagakure, ela nutre uma pequena obsessão por Gabimaru (bem, pequena é um eufemismo), ao ponto de querer de matá-lo. Por outro lado, Yamada Aesamon Jikka é uma personagem enigmática e muito menos óbvia nas suas motivações ou desejos. De facto, no decorrer de todo o volume, várias vezes as personagens ficam apreensivas perante ele. Ele age descontraidamente, contudo há ali mais qualquer coisa. É nos revelado por meio de um flashback que ele pretende utilizar os criminosos com o objetivo de matar Shugen e assim tomar a liderança do clã. É um objetivo tão bom como qualquer outro, todavia eu ainda tenho algumas reticências. Será esse realmente o seu verdadeiro objetivo? Não sei porquê, mas sinto que esta personagem ainda estar a esconder qualquer coisa.
Com o Banko à solta, o nosso grupo é obrigado a unir forças com os recém-chegados. Apesar de esgotados, eles preparam-se para mais uma batalha desesperada. Nesse sentido, são criados pares de acordo com os elementos de cada um, sendo-lhes atribuído um tanden. O volume é então dividido por todos, afim de providenciar uma perspectiva mais generalista sobre a atual situação. Em cada parte, vemos o quanto cada uma das personagens amadureceu desde o início da história. Ainda que seja um mangá relativamente curto, Hell's Paradise entrega mais desenvolvimento de personagem que muitos mangás de maior duração que andam por aí.
Finalmente, o mistério da esposa é resolvido. É confirmado pela própria Shija que a esposa de Gabimaru realmente existe e não é uma fantasia criada pela mente do próprio. Todavia, fica sempre aquela questão se o que existe entre eles é real ou não, tendo em conta que Yui é a filha do chefe da aldeia.
Em suma, o 11º volume de Hell's Paradise é um volume recheado de ação frenética, o que me leva a roer as unhas só de pensar no próximo volume.
Bom, neste volume tenho obrigatoriamente que falar das personagens Shija e Jikka. Shija é uma personagem completamente louca, cimentando-se como psicopata. Igualmente ninja de Iwagakure, ela nutre uma pequena obsessão por Gabimaru (bem, pequena é um eufemismo), ao ponto de querer de matá-lo. Por outro lado, Yamada Aesamon Jikka é uma personagem enigmática e muito menos óbvia nas suas motivações ou desejos. De facto, no decorrer de todo o volume, várias vezes as personagens ficam apreensivas perante ele. Ele age descontraidamente, contudo há ali mais qualquer coisa. É nos revelado por meio de um flashback que ele pretende utilizar os criminosos com o objetivo de matar Shugen e assim tomar a liderança do clã. É um objetivo tão bom como qualquer outro, todavia eu ainda tenho algumas reticências. Será esse realmente o seu verdadeiro objetivo? Não sei porquê, mas sinto que esta personagem ainda estar a esconder qualquer coisa.
Com o Banko à solta, o nosso grupo é obrigado a unir forças com os recém-chegados. Apesar de esgotados, eles preparam-se para mais uma batalha desesperada. Nesse sentido, são criados pares de acordo com os elementos de cada um, sendo-lhes atribuído um tanden. O volume é então dividido por todos, afim de providenciar uma perspectiva mais generalista sobre a atual situação. Em cada parte, vemos o quanto cada uma das personagens amadureceu desde o início da história. Ainda que seja um mangá relativamente curto, Hell's Paradise entrega mais desenvolvimento de personagem que muitos mangás de maior duração que andam por aí.
Finalmente, o mistério da esposa é resolvido. É confirmado pela própria Shija que a esposa de Gabimaru realmente existe e não é uma fantasia criada pela mente do próprio. Todavia, fica sempre aquela questão se o que existe entre eles é real ou não, tendo em conta que Yui é a filha do chefe da aldeia.
Em suma, o 11º volume de Hell's Paradise é um volume recheado de ação frenética, o que me leva a roer as unhas só de pensar no próximo volume.
April 24, 2025
One thing this series loves is toying with common animanga archetypes. You see this with Tenza and Shugen, both a tip of the hat to common shonen anime protagonist boy character traits. Jikka is the same way, but for the lazy slacker. Jikka
The ending Sagiri omakes are possibly the most adorable thing I've seen from this entire manga. No notes.
Shugen's relationship with Isuzu was very sweet - I think it's easy to also see it as a bit weird, but Shugen's more than a bit weird, so it all balances out.
Shion . Nurugai finally seeing the truth beyond truth and rising as his equal. So good. What a great conclusion to both of their arcs, both of their shared experiences.
Shija remained phenomenal - every character in this manga whose name starts with 'sh-' is a banger. I love how Gabimaru's final embrace of his love for Yui seems to almost render her an afterthought.
EDIT: Forgot Chobe and Toma. Chobe finally seeing his brother grow, and choosing to step aside because he knows his brother can handle whatever life throws at him - great moment.
The ending Sagiri omakes are possibly the most adorable thing I've seen from this entire manga. No notes.
Shugen's relationship with Isuzu was very sweet - I think it's easy to also see it as a bit weird, but Shugen's more than a bit weird, so it all balances out.
Shion . Nurugai finally seeing the truth beyond truth and rising as his equal. So good. What a great conclusion to both of their arcs, both of their shared experiences.
Shija remained phenomenal - every character in this manga whose name starts with 'sh-' is a banger. I love how Gabimaru's final embrace of his love for Yui seems to almost render her an afterthought.
EDIT: Forgot Chobe and Toma. Chobe finally seeing his brother grow, and choosing to step aside because he knows his brother can handle whatever life throws at him - great moment.
February 3, 2023
Fuchi’s death is confirmed and it’s really got me sad. His bond with the big oaf was really adorable and I’d hoped they’d be together. Something I appreciate about this series is that the deaths have been kept to a minimum for our heroes. I really like this volume because of all the beautiful character moments. It definitely felt like a setup volume but these parts fleshing out characters are really impressive. Some standouts are Nurugai requesting Shion to be their partner instead of protector, Isuzu’s backstory and relationship with Shugen (who is a pretty cool character.) Chobe taking steps to transform so they win because he finally believes that his brother can move on and doesn’t need his protection, and then there’s the whole backstory stretch about ninja life and how disgustingly brutal it is as Shija describes it. One of the major themes in this series is how we protect and stand with one another. There’s a 2 page spread of everyone getting ready for battle that is just so freaking cool! This is definitely another strong volume in the series. With how elaborate this art is, I wonder how they’ll adapt it for tv. There’s a lot of moving parts.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 24, 2023
Bit of a chiller volume, which is crazy considering everything's going haywire.
One thing that's been bothering me for a while is whenever they reference something related to the power dynamics regarding their positions or whatever, some character has to say "this is how the current era works" I wish they'd stop doing it every single time.
One thing that's been bothering me for a while is whenever they reference something related to the power dynamics regarding their positions or whatever, some character has to say "this is how the current era works" I wish they'd stop doing it every single time.
June 29, 2023
While I wasn't as enraptured with this volume as I was the previous one, it is still an incredibly strong volume and a great addition to the series.
Seeing all the characters come together was great, and I'm really excited to see where the fights go from here. Though this volume does point out how incredibly fast the pacing of this story is, to the point where I could see people getting fed up with it. It feels like so much has happened for the characters, yet little time has actually passed at all. It can be a little overwhelming, especially when we're this close to the end of the series.
Still though, I am greatly enjoying this, and after being somewhat disappointed by the anime, it's nice to have some consistent fun with the manga.
Also, I'm a huge fan of Shija. They're both very attractive and terrifying, the kind of stuff I like. I'm looking forward to see what's going to happen with them, so I suspect it won't be too pleasant.
Seeing all the characters come together was great, and I'm really excited to see where the fights go from here. Though this volume does point out how incredibly fast the pacing of this story is, to the point where I could see people getting fed up with it. It feels like so much has happened for the characters, yet little time has actually passed at all. It can be a little overwhelming, especially when we're this close to the end of the series.
Still though, I am greatly enjoying this, and after being somewhat disappointed by the anime, it's nice to have some consistent fun with the manga.
Also, I'm a huge fan of Shija. They're both very attractive and terrifying, the kind of stuff I like. I'm looking forward to see what's going to happen with them, so I suspect it won't be too pleasant.
March 18, 2024
“NO MATTER WHAT WE GOTTA
LOSE IN THE PROCESS...”
“EVEN IF WE AIN'T HUMAN ANYMORE...”
This volume was another solid continuation of the journey to find the elixir on the island, but because of how much action and important exposition we’ve been given over the last few volumes, this volume for some reason didn’t feel as strong as those. I think because of how much trauma we endured over the last two volumes specifically, because there wasn’t anything major that occurred it felt like a step back while still being very solid overall. I love the growing relationship of Shion and Nurugai, and seeing him rely on her rather than vice versa was so heartwarming and endearing. I love how much information we finally get on Gabimaru and Yui, and the volume is mostly of the fight between Gabimaru, Sagiri, and Shija, which was really well done. And I love seeing the Asaemon realize that they have to work with the convicts if they’re gonna make it off of the island, something that our current Asaemon realized much sooner.
LOSE IN THE PROCESS...”
“EVEN IF WE AIN'T HUMAN ANYMORE...”
This volume was another solid continuation of the journey to find the elixir on the island, but because of how much action and important exposition we’ve been given over the last few volumes, this volume for some reason didn’t feel as strong as those. I think because of how much trauma we endured over the last two volumes specifically, because there wasn’t anything major that occurred it felt like a step back while still being very solid overall. I love the growing relationship of Shion and Nurugai, and seeing him rely on her rather than vice versa was so heartwarming and endearing. I love how much information we finally get on Gabimaru and Yui, and the volume is mostly of the fight between Gabimaru, Sagiri, and Shija, which was really well done. And I love seeing the Asaemon realize that they have to work with the convicts if they’re gonna make it off of the island, something that our current Asaemon realized much sooner.
April 10, 2022
This very much felt like a "Ready, stage set, and we're....ABOUT to go." But still highly entertaining.
Everyone must split into groups to take down this big bad. It has to be taken down all at once at the same time. Of course the third in charge of the samurai turns out to be far more dangerous than expected but also...a scumbag. Everyone in this damn series feels like a scumbag at points...and I kind of love it. We also get to see some ninja on ninja action as the one in love with our main ninja hero wants to either fuck him or kill him...or both.
Overall, a highly entertaining volume with, what looks like, a main death and a push towards the end in a heroic way. Let's see how the final two volumes pan out.
Everyone must split into groups to take down this big bad. It has to be taken down all at once at the same time. Of course the third in charge of the samurai turns out to be far more dangerous than expected but also...a scumbag. Everyone in this damn series feels like a scumbag at points...and I kind of love it. We also get to see some ninja on ninja action as the one in love with our main ninja hero wants to either fuck him or kill him...or both.
Overall, a highly entertaining volume with, what looks like, a main death and a push towards the end in a heroic way. Let's see how the final two volumes pan out.
April 1, 2023
Series: Hell's Paradise #11
Rating: 3 stars - I liked it
In this volume we are starting to see the battle shift to focusing only on Zhu Jin’s banko plant. Yamato Asaemon Jikka has gathered all the surviving criminals and Asaemon to battle the banko plant by splitting into teams to attack it. Jikka is an interesting swordsman but I don’t love his motivations. This volume ends with Gabimaru fighting his old comrade, Shiji. Shiji is a crazy person who is obsessed with Gabimaru. It will be interesting to see how their battle plays out and if some of the things he said are true or not.
Trigger Warnings: violence; gore; death; child death; forced drug use;
Rating: 3 stars - I liked it
In this volume we are starting to see the battle shift to focusing only on Zhu Jin’s banko plant. Yamato Asaemon Jikka has gathered all the surviving criminals and Asaemon to battle the banko plant by splitting into teams to attack it. Jikka is an interesting swordsman but I don’t love his motivations. This volume ends with Gabimaru fighting his old comrade, Shiji. Shiji is a crazy person who is obsessed with Gabimaru. It will be interesting to see how their battle plays out and if some of the things he said are true or not.
Trigger Warnings: violence; gore; death; child death; forced drug use;
June 18, 2023
4/5 Stars (%79/100)
Overall, it was good but not perfect as usual. We learn more about the new characters and their past. I'm especially interested in Jikka (the one on the cover). I'm also super curious about who is going to survive the island because I'm 99% sure pretty much everyone is going to die. The problem is I'm getting attached to these characters too quickly and their deaths would make me super sad. Aaannd after many many chapters I'm finally understanding the Tensen and their motive. That's the beauty of Jigokuraku in my opinion. Whether Tensen, Criminal, or Executioner, you can relate to many of these characters. We are getting so close to the end and I'm scared.
Overall, it was good but not perfect as usual. We learn more about the new characters and their past. I'm especially interested in Jikka (the one on the cover). I'm also super curious about who is going to survive the island because I'm 99% sure pretty much everyone is going to die. The problem is I'm getting attached to these characters too quickly and their deaths would make me super sad. Aaannd after many many chapters I'm finally understanding the Tensen and their motive. That's the beauty of Jigokuraku in my opinion. Whether Tensen, Criminal, or Executioner, you can relate to many of these characters. We are getting so close to the end and I'm scared.
August 3, 2024
More of a 3.5 star rating;
Shija and Jikka are both menaces but for slightly different reasons. Shija is so obsessed with Gabimaru I’d be surprised if this came as a shock to him, which hopefully it doesn’t. Meanwhile Jikka gives off the energy of a lazy oaf but he seems more menacing than Shugen. All of the alliances seem shaky in one way or another, and the only alliances I believe are very stable is Sagiri and Gabimaru, and Shion and Nurugai.
With the way things have been going I’m very curious to see how the characters actually make it off of the island.
Shija and Jikka are both menaces but for slightly different reasons. Shija is so obsessed with Gabimaru I’d be surprised if this came as a shock to him, which hopefully it doesn’t. Meanwhile Jikka gives off the energy of a lazy oaf but he seems more menacing than Shugen. All of the alliances seem shaky in one way or another, and the only alliances I believe are very stable is Sagiri and Gabimaru, and Shion and Nurugai.
With the way things have been going I’m very curious to see how the characters actually make it off of the island.
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