If a series that starts with a wolf with spikes coming out of its head (and occasionally rats, cats, or dogs) that turns into an apocalyptic story with lots of over the top pseudoscience sounds appealing, then you should probably read this!
There is a lot more action than characterization going on, but the characters are average at worst, although pretty much the weakest part of the story. The weepy sidekick female in particular is bad.
Art is old school decent. Sometimes the action breaks down a little, and there are quite a few unnecessary panels, but the style as a whole is pretty enjoyable. Especially when
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 Alternative TitlesJapanese: 犬神 More titlesInformationType: Manga
Volumes: 14
Chapters: 72
Status: Finished
Published: Jan 23, 1997 to Nov 22, 2002
Demographic:
Seinen
Serialization:
Afternoon Authors:
Hokazono, Masaya (Story & Art) Statistics Ranked: #43602 2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #5857
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Apr 5, 2012
Story: 9
In the time that has passed since Inugami has been published, I haven’t ever come across a story quite like it. Elements of the story (genetic take-over) have been used in a variety of other series—manga, books, movies—but they’ve never been quite so impacting. Inugami never dawdles over its own arcs, it never introduces any elements that aren’t resolved and it never contradicts itself. Each element is explained and there’s no way you can be confused about what’s happening. Inugami is a perfect example of the horror genre, with a mix of action and thriller thrown in. Art: 7 Being published mostly in the 90’s, Inugami’s art ... |
