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.hack//Legend of the Twilight, Vol. 2

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Volume two of the manga series picks up two themes that appear in other .hacl media, with a twist, of course. Shugo finds his own aura look-alike - Zefie. Unlike Aura, Zefie has a strong personality that makes several members of the team, particularly Reina, uncomfortable around her. Vagrant AI like Zefie are rare, and their behavior is unpredictable. She turns out to have some surprising powers.

The presence of Zefie and Shugo's bracelet cause a stir back in the management of The World. Sure enough, a new version of the Crimson Knights, now the Cobalt Knights appear on the scene, led by Kamui Shibayama. They are corporate, not volunteer, and carry out a policy of "if you can't control it - delete it." In no time at all they are at odds with Shugo and Reina.

Of all the .hack genre, I find the manga the most disappointing so far. The story is pitched at a much younger audience than the 13+ that it is marked. It is a replay of several of the original .hack themes set several years after the other storys are completed. So while this series is a pleasant read, it doesn't live up to the almost introspective approach that even the game uses. Nor does it reflect any more light on the series as a whole.

.hack fans will want the manga series on general principles, but for the casually interested, the anime series is a better introductions. That or the game itself.

I read the first one the same day that I bought it and couldn't even put it down until I was finished. I then bought the second one and can't wait until the next one is released in Canada. I started playing the PS2 games and was instantly hooked as well. This lead to me buying the .hack//sign series and there I was instanly entranced, the anime is simply beautiful and amazing. I personaly loved all of it and although these are series that not every one would enjoy I still recommend watching/reading/playing and you never know, you might become hooked just like me.

.Hack: //Legend of the Twilight, Vol. 2
By: Tatsuya Hamazaki

Shugo and Rena continue their adventures through the MMPORPG known as "The World". As far as the story thus far goes, if you haven't read Volume 1, why are you reading Volume 2? Anyway, this manga contains Logins 7-12. And below is a brief summary of each of the Logins without ruining the whole story (hopefully).

Login 7: A Passing Shower: Shugo and the gang are out catching rays on the beach when Ouka arrives with information about a secret event in a haunted mansion. As the gang works to clear the mansion, they travel back to Mac Anu for the fireworks show, when a familiar looking face turns up in the middle of the celebration.

Login 8: A New Resolve: With the appearance of Zefie, Aura's "daughter" so appears a group called the Cobalt Knight Brigade, a band of warriors dedicated to keeping peace in The World no matter the cost. Shugo is now determined to see Zefie back to Aura although the Knight's have other plans for her.

Login 9: On/Off Coin: A new root town appears and the gang takes this opportunity to travel there and question other players about the possible whereabouts of Aura. They also learn about a strange event that occured 4 years ago that has been hidden by the CC Corporation.

Login 10: The Players are Thinking: As the quest to find Aura rages on, Rena grows ever more jealous of Zefie. Shugo is also being watched by someone up the ladder of CC Corporation.

Login 11: 4 Years Ago: The gang starts to learn about the events of 4 years ago and the connection to Aura and Zefie. Balmung receives punishment for disobeying orders as the Cobalt Knight Brigade tracks Shugo, a now branded cheater in The World.

Login 12: Cheating: Shugo and his friends are arrested for cheating in The World and are thrown in prison. Now with the possibility that all of their characters will be deleted, will they be found innocent...will they break out of jail...what's gonna happen? Well, just read and find out for yourself.

I love this manga, it's as well drawn as the first one which is exceptionally well. And the opening pin-up drawings are very nice as well. You'll definetly enjoy this one if you enjoyed Volume 1. Hopefully I haven't ruined the story for you.

This manga helps you to understand the .Hack series although i would suggest getting the game first it realy doesnt matter. I was hooked the day i bought the first book i finished it that day. although the animation is sd it fits the story somewhat. This is a must have on your manga shelf!

So what is this mystery plot anyway?The gang finds a girl name Zeftie,Aura's child. Wiseman is in this one!Oh,what is this?Shugo is accused of cheating and might have to actually fight?Too bad it is in the next volume...

I bought the first and second book to this series and i just love it! The drawings are so cute! *huggles her manga*

What really interested me was that the manga (book) was actually made before the anime and games in Japan.