From the back cover: The Arrancars, Hollows that have attained Soul Reaper-like powers, have descended on Karakura Town. Led by Grimmjow Jeagerjaques, they plan to eliminate anyone who poses a threat to them. And their deadly hunt doesn't stop with Ichigo and the Soul Reapers—the Arrancars are after anyone with even a trace of spiritual powers! Review: Pardon me a moment … [Read more...] about Bleach 23 by Tite Kubo: C
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Hikaru no Go 12 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A-
From the back cover: Hikaru's career as a professional go player begins! In his first game, he must face veteran player Toya Meijin, none other than Akira's father. But to Sai, this round is personal. Then Sai attempts to teach a cheating go player a lesson he'll never forget... Will Hikaru's ghostly master do him proud or make him look like an amateur? Review: Parts of … [Read more...] about Hikaru no Go 12 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A-
Bleach 22 by Tite Kubo: B-
From the back cover: The noose is tightening around Ichigo. His inner Hollow can't wait to consume him, the sinister transfer student has him tapped for a mysterious job, and now powerful new enemies have landed in his hometown to destroy him. Review: So far, this new arc is not off to an auspicious start. Some new villains are introduced, but only the latter pair—they're … [Read more...] about Bleach 22 by Tite Kubo: B-
Hikaru no Go 11 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A
From the back cover: Hikaru's classmate Ochi has won enough games to guarantee his place among the top three players who will pass the pro test. Hikaru, on the other hand, still needs to win more games, and he'll soon face his friend Waya and Ochi himself, who has been preparing for their match with Akira's help! When the dust clears, who will be left standing? Review: The … [Read more...] about Hikaru no Go 11 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A
Hikaru no Go 10 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A-
From the back cover: The main round of the pro test has begun. Everyone's feeling the pressure—no one more so than Hikaru's friend Isumi, who has failed the test twice before. Fighting off his feelings of self-doubt, Isumi faces his next opponent, who turns out to be Hikaru. But a careless mistake lands the pair in an awkward position! Review: This entire volume was full of … [Read more...] about Hikaru no Go 10 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A-