Thursday, April 1, 2004

It's April: Part Manga

Manga: Manga-wise, there are some developments. Since my last post, I've started reading two new series: Under the Glass Moon and Gohou Drug. Under the Glass Moon This is a 3 volume manwha [Koren manga] about two brothers: Luka and Luel. Luka is the older brother. He is also more fashionable and a bit anti-social than his younger brother, Luel. Luka's profession is being one of the most powerful dark wizards of his time. Luel, on the other hand, is almost radically different than Luka. Luel is a genius scientist. He's also quite genki ^^ I like Luel. I gotta say that I like Luel a tid bit more than his brother. *sighs* I love the cuties! Pretty much this story is about the brothers, their neighbors [who are witches], and some other people. I hate summarizing, so if you feel a bit turned off by what I've said, then please go out and search yourself for a better description. I've read the first volume so far and I really enjoyed it. Story wise, it's gothic/mystery/action. Artistically, it's also a bit different as compared to what I usually read--it's a bit darker. I definitely plan to finish reading this series. Will I buy it? Probably not. I like the story, but I'm afraid that I don't love. Gohou Drug With the exception of X 1999, I'd have to say that I've never been interested any other CLAMP stories until now. I recently discovered this series. I became a bit excited when I read about the reviews and descriptions, and also when I saw the pictures too ^^! So, playing on my excitement, I decided to do some more research. I found out that this series is one of CLAMP's newest, and is still coming out in Japan. There have been 3 volumes so far, and it apparently takes them forever to come out with a new one [not good]. So what's the story about? Okay here goes my summarizing again: Two guys tossed together by an incident on one Christmas night, now find themselves working together at a pharmacy called the Green Drug. Most of the time, the guys carry out their usual pharm tech duties like filling out prescriptions and stocking the medicine. However, to provide our "poor" guys with some exra cash, the head pharmacist sends them out to accomplish some pretty random and strange tasks like finding a book, catching fireflies, and watching a movie. BUT, like i said before, these tasks are not normal. Luckily our guys are equipped wih some extra powers that are very helpful. So, who are these guys? Well, there's Riku, the tall, dark, handsome, and brooding type. And then there's the shorter, brown top, a bit more talkative, and sometimes oblivious Kazahaya. The head pharmacist is Kakei--[I really have problems saying his name. Do I stress the first part, or the latter? *confused*]. And lastly, there's Sagai, who I am quite sure is probably Kakei's lover ^^. I was lucky enough to be able to sample a translated version of the first volume ^^ Yay! HOWEVER, so far the story is alright. It didn't blow me away, but it's still pretty good. I heard that it'll be coming to the US via Tokyopop this October. Who knows, maybe I'll add it to my collection. Teehee. Angel Sanctuary BAH! It's still not in yet! *tears* I will stop by Waldens Bookstore tomorrow to see if it's finally there. And if not, then I'll just check back next week, and the next. DNAngel Yes, it's out. Nope. I'm gonna pass on this series. I know, I know. I heard it's a good series. BUT, my money says 'no' and seriously, I don't think that my mind can handle all that transforming, stealing, lubby-dubby, confessional type of story. It's like: Person A likes B. But if A sees B, A will turn into C. But C likes D. So when C see B, C turns back into A. But C also likes D. However, D likes A. But eventually A turns out liking D. So now, if A wants to stop tranforming into C, then A must confess his new love for D. Oh, did I also mention that B is in love with C who is in love with D who is in love with A? It's a confusing "love circle."

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