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REVIEW: The Yagyu Ninja Scrolls GN 1-2




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Fronzel



Joined: 11 Sep 2003
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 11, 2008 12:32 am Reply with quote
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And a related bonus historical note: yes, people really did make the penis-shaped monuments seen in volume 2 and display them prominently, so that isn't just an affectation for this series.

Penis-worship was once quite common the world over. Try googling "Priapus".

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(-)Many character designs are ugly or look overly harsh despite being well-drawn.

Is that really a minus? The many grotesque character designs was one thing I liked about Basilisk. It's nice to see artistic skill turned to something other than beauty for once.
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Big Hed



Joined: 04 May 2006
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 11, 2008 2:40 am Reply with quote
I didn't expect to see a review for this, but I'm certainly happy about this. I read Basilisk as it came out and quite enjoyed it, but for some reason I could never find the motivation to pick Yagyu up; I'll go out and get them, now.
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portgas



Joined: 17 Jul 2004
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 11, 2008 8:03 am Reply with quote
I passed this up beacsue I was never really interested in Basilisk. With all the historical background though, this might just be for me.
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