The page compositions are also strong, with a chaotic variety of layouts reflecting the plot’s frantic hustle and bustle. There’s an unexpectedly large amount of comedy in this volume, and much of its success stems from Demizu’s skilled character work.
This allows the reader to get a great sense of how the protagonists cope with their traumatic circumstances, not just in moments of sadness but also in moments of joy. The characters all have fantastic facial expressions and body language. The protagonists have a lot more to fear besides just Isabella and the rest of their former caretakers.ĭemizu’s artwork is also wonderful as always.
The Geezer’s accounts of his past allude to various unknown threats that generate a lot of tension and dread. This geographical information includes the series’ first direct reference to Goldy Pond, which fans who stay up to date via Weekly Shonen Jump will recognize the significance of. The children find all sorts of information about the world spread throughout the underground shelter, to include maps of nearby areas. This volume also impresses in how it expands the series’ lore. Regardless of descriptor, he’s a great addition to the series. The interplay between the Geezer’s past and current actions make it difficult to describe him solely as a protagonist or an antagonist. cant’ fully trust him, and that he may even be a threat to them. On the other hand, it’s evident that Emma, Ray, and co. He’s clearly suffering trauma as a result of seeing the rest of the children he escaped with die years prior, and in that respect he’s easy to sympathize with. The Geezer is a fascinating character with a mysterious past, and his morals are difficult to pin down. Thankfully, Shirai and Demizu do a fantastic job on this front. The most significant aspect of this installment plot-wise is the integration of the Nameless Geezer into the main cast. Does this volume live up to the high expectations created by its predecessors? Naturally the journey is dangerous, and more of the manga’s lore is revealed along the way. As tensions rise within the group, Emma, Ray, and the Geezer decide to venture to Godly Pond. Upon finally reaching the hidden shelter at B06-32, the escaped cattle children meet a Nameless Geezer who’s far from pleased by the prospect of sharing his sanctuary.
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Writer Kaiu Shirai and artist Posuka Demizu have crafted a thrilling mystery full of revelations that leave one hooked even as more and more questions arise. Looking at the series’ consistency over time, there’s little wonder why–it’s excellent. In the landscape of contemporary shonen manga, few titles are more popular than The Promised Neverland.