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Summary: The Origin of Yu-gi-oh
Review: Well, they have finally published the long-awaited Yu-gi-oh manga saga (one of the best manga hits in Japan). This book has spectacular art (all though odd for those who know Yu-gi-oh-- but the art concept is just early), and the stories are astounding as well as entertaining. Such as my favorite-- the one when Yami-Yugi (dark Yugi) battles with the serial killer in the hamburger restaurant.
All the stories are from the magazine called, "Shonun Jump" which contains Dragon Ball Z, Yu-Yu-Hageshou and others (for these stories, purchase other manga).
Yu-gi-oh fans will love it, and even those who just love anime will also enjoy its art, story and beloved characters such as Yugi(Yugi), Jounichi(Joey), Honda(Tristan) and Anzu(Tea).WARNING: All though the popular anime serries is rated Y-7 (for seven and up) the book eceeds that barriar by up to PG-13 (or higher-- no, not R or NC-17). Children under twelve should not read it, while kids above thirteen will love it and read it over and over again.
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Summary: Hands down, one of the greatest novels I've ever read !
Review: When I first bought the US version of the Shonen Jump magazine in High School, I was amazed at all the stories, cept for DBZ, which I already seen like a million times on TV. Yu-Gi-Oh is one of those stories that cannot be ignored ! Believe it or not, this is a manga based on the first season of the Yu-Gi-Oh series in Japan. What you saw on TV was actually the 2nd season known as Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters. The reason why the WB didn't take the original first season of the series was because Yami Yugi was an extremely violent character, and bringing it was out of the question...however, they accepted the 2nd season, which didn't appear to be violent at all. Before all those countless duel monster matchups and the seemingly fun Dungeon Dice Monsters, there were deadly shadow games. And if you ever wondered how Yugi first had the ability to transform into his darker self, all answers are right here on the first volume on this Shonen Jump graphic novel. As for the names of the characters. Longtime fans won't be very fond with the Japanese names, seeing as they were only used to the US names. Here they are: Yugi Mutou - Same name
Surugoku Mutou - Solomon Mutou (Yugi's Grandfather)
Katsuya Jonouchi - Joey Wheeler
Hiroto Honda - Tristan Taylor
Anzu Mazaki - Tea Gardener I applaud Shonen Jump and Viz for staying true to the original. After all, it's what the author originally intended. Unlike the Yu-Gi-Oh you've been seeing, this shows Yami Yugi's true colors. Although kind hearted and willing to protect his friends, he would challenge his enemies to a shadow game. If his opponent loses, Yugi would set a penalty game, using his dark powers. In a penalty game, the loser would either hallucinate and go crazy, get severly injured, or worse...get killed. How cool is that ? Well I can't spoil any more surprises since this IS a manga ! You'll have to figure it out on your own. My suggestion ? Rush down to your local bookstore and pick up this one-of-a-kind graphic novel. Yu-Gi-Oh fan or not, this is worth picking up, and believe me, it'll be impossible to stop reading ! Every volume of Yu-Gi-Oh just gets exciting every time. Throw out the cards and lose the dungeon dice board...because it's time to experience Kazuki Takahashi's masterpiece, the way it was meant to be ! If not...PENALTY GAME !!!!
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Summary: NOT your kid brother's Yu-Gi-Oh!
Review: When I first saw this, I thought it would be just like the cartoon. I was wrong. Unlike the horrible anime, this version of Yu-Gi-Oh is for anyone but kids. Not only is Yami Yugi sadistic, but he's not afraid of taking anyone's life, including when he tricks an escaped convict into barbecuing himself! He is one person you DO NOT want to mess with. Joey is a lot different from the show, he's a pervert(funny scene: panty tank!), he trash talks, and he gets into a ton of brawls. Other characters who will later show up include Kaiba's kid brother, who instead of that annoying brat from the show, is a would-be killer(!), who threatens to cut Yugi's fingers off! Another difference: Shadi, who is a one-time character in the cartoon, but a somewhat villain in the manga, who gives a greedy museum curator a gruesome death. One of the major villains, Pegasus, is also a lot more cruel. One major difference to Pegasus is in the Bandit Keith vs. Joey story. I won't spoil it, but the original outcome shows why this series is MUCH darker than either version of the anime(the unaired series, or the current show on Kids WB and Cartoon Network). The artwork is great, some people may not like the style, but I think it fits it. Also, even better, the stories do NOT focus on cards as much, with the exception of the Kaiba Seto stories, and even when we do get to them as the main focus, there are not as many card matches as there are in the over abundance shown in the anime. I suggest that older people who are turned off by the kiddy look of the cartoon read this. It is much, MUCH better.
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Summary: ***Yu-gi-oh***
Review: Yugioh is easily one of my favorite Manga's ever. Every pages keeps me interested, while other's i have a habit of sorta skipping over pictures. If you don't like the anime, you should probably know that the Graphic Novel is nothing like it. It's SOOO much better, not to mention Yami is a great psycho good guy.
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Summary: The Yu-gi-oh Origin
Review: ~A Review from Yamiko~ This is how the whole franchaise of Yu-gi-oh cards, anime serries, toys ect. started out as. A simple manga. Although the characters's art devolpment is primary (or EARLY), and it has yet to evolve. One thing for certain is, all thought the Yu-gi-oh anmie serries is rated Y-7, this book eceeds that boundries up until PG-13 or higher (not R or NC-17). Children under the age of ten should not read it. not However, Yu-gi-oh fans of 13 years or older will love the book, and all its unique features.
The stories come straight from the high selling magazine "Shonun Jump" which contains not only Yu-gi-oh, bu Dragon Ball Z, and Yu-Yu-Hageshou (for these stories, please look at other books).
Exciting tales and wonderful art, this book is a must for any Yu-gi-oh fans.
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