Manga Review: The Blue Wolves of Mibu Vol. 1

Manga Review: The Blue Wolves of Mibu Vol. 1

It only took the title for me to immediately request this manga on NetGalley, and I’m not ashamed to admit it! If you know me, you’ll already be aware that I’m really intrigued by historical fiction (it’s always been this way), and you’ll also know that Edo Japan is my favourite historical era. Plus, with the films I’ve watched and games I’ve played about this significant period in Japanese history, I was really eager to see how the characters I’ve come to get attached to would be portrayed. 

*I have received a free ebook copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review, please note that this doesn’t affect my opinion of the book, nor my personal thoughts.

The Blue Wolves of Mibu Vol. 1 - Manga Info

I have to say that I really did enjoy this first volume. I suppose it was easier for me to get immersed in the story since I’m well familiar with it. The Blue Wolves of Mibu are exactly how I’ve got to know them, so I’m really glad to see that the author has kept their depiction as it was meant to be.  

I’m not generally into stories where the main character is a child—although there have been exceptions—but I really feel for Nio. He lives in a harsh world where people are murdered and children are kidnapped all the time, and he just wants to make the world a better place. I’m really looking forward to seeing where his own sense of justice will take him. 

Not really short of cute comical moments—despite the brutality of the story—The Blue Wolves of Mibu Vol 1 is the perfect introduction to the world of the Shogunate. 

4 comments

  1. I was intrigued by the art style before I read your article, when I finished reading it I found it’s a interesting story, it seems a little bit of cruel and adventurous type, thanks for sharing💕

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    1. I agree, the art style looks really cool, doesn't it? Yes, unfortunately the story of that Era is not a happy one, but I really liked the adventure! Thank you for your lovely comment, Abbie!

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  2. Sounds excellent. I love this era too even if I know little about it. This looks like a great way to explore it!

    Thank you for your comment as well. I hope things are going better for you (sends lotsa positive vibes)

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    1. Far from me to consider myself an expert, not at all! However, since I'm quite interested in this particular time period, it was very interesting to see its take from another media source (a.k.a. a manga).

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