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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Vol. 1: Cruelty by [Ryoji Gotouge, Koyoharu,Hirano]

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Learning to destroy demons won’t be easy, and Tanjiro barely knows where to start. The surprise appearance of another boy named Giyu, who seems to know what’s going on, might provide some answers—but only if Tanjiro can stop Giyu from killing his sister first!

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July 3, 2018
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14 - 17 years
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CTBBGZF
Publisher ‏ : ‎ VIZ Media: SHONEN JUMP (July 3, 2018)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 3, 2018
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 130701 KB
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Quietquil

Started this because of the anime.

Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2019

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This covers the first couple episodes of the anime. I really like the series so far and can't wait, so I decided to but the manga. So far this follows spot on. I suggest enjoying both.

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Jeff Blaine

Generic and rushed.

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2020

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I picked this up because I'd heard the anime based on this source material was taking the world by storm, and generally if an anime is based on a manga I opt to read it first before delving into the series. Perhaps I expected too much from this based on the hype, but I came out of it pretty disappointed. The story, while admittedly intriguing and dark, is also very generic, copy-paste-with-different-characters type of manga. To be certain, you have seen or read this before. That isn't always a deal breaker for me, as I actually like seeing how the familiar story we know and love might differ in another person's hands. However, in this case as it turns out, not all that well.

(Very minor spoilers ahead, but not much that isn't already on the back cover or in the item description.)

The story takes place in Taisho-era Japan (1912 - 1926) and our young protagonist, Tanjiro Kamado, is heading off down the cold and dangerous path from his mountain home into the town below to sell some coal so that he can help feed and clothe his family. He's greeted well by the townsfolk who seem to love him, and it's quickly revealed that Tanjiro seems to have an almost supernatural ability the rest of us do not (because of course he would), and the townspeople ask him to use it to aid in their squabbles, as well as requesting his assistance with other little things around the village. Before he knows it, it's getting very late, and the path home is even much more treacherous at night, as a kindly gentleman reveals to the reader that demons roam in the shadows of the woods. He insists Tanjiro stay the night with him, and return home in the morning, to which our little hero reluctantly agrees. The next morning he sets off back home, but to his horror, arrives there to find his family slaughtered. All perished with the exception of his little sister, who seems to have become a demon herself. Cue gag-worthy, cookie-cutter "mysterious" demon slaying stranger who's cold-hearted yet righteous (and much too young-looking to be so cynical), who decides he sees something special in our young Tanjiro and his fang-y little sister, and sends them to meet an even more mystifying sensei who will train Tanjiro to become the thing demons have nightmares about. Cue the Rocky theme song and really corny (and again oh-so generic) training montage that only takes up half a chapter, but is meant to span about two years time, in which Tanjiro doesn't seem to have aged at all other than some hair growth. There is also a suuuper, I'm talking extra large nacho cheese-y reveal at this point that actually made me snort and roll my eyes. Oh, and during all this training, Tanjiro’s sister has been (temporarily I’m sure) basically written out of the story for mere convenience sake, it would appear, due to some silly, lackluster excuse that happens off-page and barely explained to us in passing.

The whole thing feels entirely too rushed. It's as if the mangaka, Koyoharu Gotōge, is incredibly overeager to get to the juicy action, but doesn't want to bother with the "boring" parts of building up to that, like, you know, the actual story, which in turn makes you feel very little for the characters or what happens to them.

The art is another small issue that I personally had with it, as to be frank, it just doesn't measure up to a lot of other popular manga out there at the moment. Don't expect the polished look you get from a lot of your other favorites, with some really rough and jagged character line-work. Curiously, the backgrounds look better than the characters, albeit a bit lazy, and Koyoharu does put a lot of good (and I'm sure time-consuming) work and love into giving most characters their own fairly detailed clothing patterns.

At the end of the day, I didn't hate or even overly dislike this manga. The younger crowd who haven't been spoiled by better renditions of this familiar story are sure to love it. It was nothing new, or even very good, but it did allow me to sort of check out of reality and keep me turning the page somehow. I did find myself rushing through it, where I'll normally to take my time reading manga to appreciate the art, but it was an okay way to pass some time. That being said, it in no way has me in a hurry to read the next one. I will, as I'd like to be fair and give it one more chance and tie up the loose end the cliffhanger left me with, but if it doesn't improve in the second volume I may just switch to watching the anime, which looks to be more polished and improved upon, or abandon it entirely.

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Chemicalclowns

Worth the 6 bucks

Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2019

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I got this because I saw the anime getting popular and idk paying for and reading the manga is easier than hunting down a free site for English subbed episodes. Anyways!! This definitely seems like an introduction book BUT ITS SO GOOD wow I literally cant wait to get the next one and maybe watch the anime?? Idk but I'm already in love with the main character so I'm hooked whoops

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C. Tipton

Excellent Shounen!

Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2019

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The art uses some shaky lines that can be hard to get used to it one is accustomed to more smooth, finished styles, but this art sets off the story being told really well. It's not really anything new for shounen, so that leaves it to execute well, which it does.
Also, Tanjiro, the main character, is an adorable, precious cinnamon roll, so there's that. :D

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Best Manga Series Ever

Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2020

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I read a lot of manga... to the point where you would think I'm Japanese/in Japan if you saw my bookshelf.

Out of every series I've ever read Demon Slayer is my favorite. It just nails every possible checkmark for an action/shounen series. Absolutely spectacular.

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MagentaSky

Tanjiro begins his journey.

Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2020

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Tanjiro is the compassionate and brave elder brother to his younger sister, Nezuko. My kids like Tanjiro's character very much. My kids are in high school and middle school. They enjoy reading about Tanjiro's experience training with Mr. Urokodaki. My kids admire Tanjiro's selfless acts of determination to help Nezuko and those in need. They also enjoy the parts of the story when Tanjiro receives help from those who came before them. My kids like how the author, Mr. Gotouge, gives the characters back stories to help the reader learn about the cruel aspects of life. They sympathized with the characters when they felt hope, sorrow, and happiness.

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Kindle Customer

It’s awesome

Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2021

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It was a great story and in great English also don’t forget the fun pages in between chapters. It also shows stuff that they cut out of the anime and I really recommend reading it if you like the anime. I’m 14 and never got bored of it I even read it in a day, that’s just how good the volume one is.

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hanii aburame

Very good premise, I am looking forward to continuing the series

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2021

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4 1/2* stars

This has been a popular series for awhile but I had not gotten around to reading any of it, until now.

The hype that I heard was right, this was so good! Within 20 pages the action already had me hooked and on the edge of my seat.

It's hard for me to find fault in manga, because, unless it's something I just straight-up don't agree with or can't get past, I will enjoy it no matter.

With that said, I'll tell you it is a typical Shonen manga where a weaker young man strives to get stronger to save/protect someone he loves, these kind of tropes are not turn off for me but I know to some they are, so I felt like it should be mentioned. However I believe once the story gets deeper in it will be a lot more than just a classic trope to hook people.

The art was great, it gave off a nostalgic vibe of mangas past, and I found that comforting in a way that made the darker parts of the story not so heavy, yet it also gave the comedic effects more of a realistic tone. When I started reading it, I did not realize that it was set in the Taisho era of Japan, so I kept thinking to myself why are the characters in these periodic costumes, but after learning that the story is set in a certain era and not just a fantasy world it made me appreciate the art a little more, especially the eye for detail to make the setting and characters appropriate for the time.

the characters are interesting and the plot is well rounded, I believe the story can only get better from here on out, and I plan to continue reading.

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Sam Pidgley

So damn perfect for firstime manga readers

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2020

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Just amazing!
Characters are awsome, and fox masks!
Avid anime watcher however thought I’d get a manga to try while I smoke, turned out best decision since brexit! Now to tackle coronavirus like a demon it should be slain.. or the coronavirus ‘cure’ victims that turn into flesh eating demons?
5* Stars! Keep a katana close and enjoy the read!

**note, nothing in this manga has anything to do with the current world crisis Covid-19 outbreak

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T. Alexander

An interesting start

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 16, 2021

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Set in the early 20th Century, 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' follows the young Tanjiro Kamado on his journey to become a demon slayer after his family is slaughtered, and his younger sister transformed into an unusual demon. This first volume includes the first seven chapter of the entertaining series that has some great art, some nice humour and an interesting setting. The volume only has a little action, but what is there is well done. The characters all seem good at this early stage, and while the plot hasn’t gotten going yet, it has some very nice moments that make me want read the rest of the series as soon as possible.

The Kindle version of the volume that I read is nicely done, with the pages easy to read, and included the author’s introduction and afterword. I will definitely be looking to get more manga on the Kindle in the future.

Overall, this was a very good start to the series that has certainly got me hooked and is worth a solid four stars.

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Kindle Customer

At last! Storytelling!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2021

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I've grown quite tired of how inept Western comics have become in regards to writing lately. Too preachy, lackluster art, characters more bland than cardboard flavoured bran flakes.

Demon Slayer is the first time in a long time a graphic novel or comic has captured my complete attention. On top of the art being genuinely brilliant, the story is well written and you connect with the protagonist, Tanjiro almost immediately. You feel his desperation, his plight, you want to see him succeed in his goals the story has laid out.

On top of being well written, the story is also presented in a way where the pacing makes it easy to get into. I bought and finished this first volume this morning and by the end I didn't hesitate to pick up the next one. You're enthralled instantly with this world and the characters within them as well as the lore being set up too.

In short for those that prefer to skip to the end of this little review: TL;DR.

Great art, compelling protagonist and side characters, well written and paced to make it easy for newcomers to get into, the action is easy to follow. If any of that piques your interest then definitely give this a read.

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Diane Csilla Racz

Read it .If you like/love to read manga try this one.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2019

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The story it's really beautiful and the drawings are so interesting in a good way .I'm not surprised why everybody does like/love Demon Slayers because, I am a fan of this amazing story and I'm quite interested on seeing what will happen next in the volume 2,3,4 etc. I will recommend to other manga/anime lovers to read/watch Demon Slayers(even for my family an friend who are not that much into anime and manga hehe )

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Kindle Customer

Amazing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 13, 2019

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Started this manga after first watching the anime adaption currently airing witch is awesome as is this manga . Buy it

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