Manga Review: Splatoon, Volume 4, by Sankichi Hinodeya

Rating (Out of 5): ~3

Publisher: VIZ Media

Release Date: September 2018

Volumes: 7+

Spoilers?: No.

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Volume: 1. 3. 5.

Goodreads Synopsis:

All-new adventures featuring the beloved characters of the hit Nintendo video game!

The Turf Wars have started in Inkopolis, and the team that inks the most ground will be crowned the winner! Based on the hit Nintendo games!

The preliminary rounds have come to a close! As the Inklings gear up for the main round of the Square King Cup, they realize that if they continue to win, they could end up battling the undisputed Splatoon champion, the player known as Emperor!

Review:

I haven't read the previous volumes of this series, but I also haven't played any of the game, or really have any idea what it's about. This volume explains at least a little, I suppose.

We see the (supposed?) main group go into the next round of competition. They're working up to win, they're very competitive, and they're going up against tough competitors, in equally crazy outfits and with equally odd names.

I kind of understand the way they play, but it's just odd to me. There's a bit of a break in the latter half of the volume, when they go shopping and get to practice and play around.

I do think this would read better, and definitely look cooler, in full color. There's a lot of mention of color, and the characters look so crazy, that I think it would be a better experience actually in color. The shading is done well, so it's not confusing without it, to know what they're shooting and whatnot, but still.

This is an odd series, and definitely aimed at a younger audience.

A review copy was provided by the publisher, VIZ Media, for an honest review. Thank you so, so much!