What's the appeal of the manga?

Jul 20, 2024 7:32 PM

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I have been following and reading this manga since chapter 4, and the first few chapters were the ones that got me interested due the supernatural stuff and the natural writing.

I think the dialogs are well-written and all the characters and their reactions feel... human.

However, with the pure school slice-of-life stuff recently, I was wondering what the appeal of this manga is.

Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike it, I just genuinely want to know what others think about the series, its appeal and why they like / dislike it.

For us foreigners, I guess Japanese school life can be interesting, but for the Japanese readers, I can't really see what they could get out of reading this.

With that out of the way, please let me know what your thoughts are on the topic.

Jul 20, 2024 7:50 PM

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yeah it has definitely lost a lot of its original charm. As it is now the "dragon" part is complete irrelevant aside from a few quips and it became way too normalised way too quick

Jul 20, 2024 7:54 PM

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its just slice of life isnt it ? you watch this interesting character with wacky circumstances fumble through school life and learn as she does. there doesnt need to be a specific hook or catch, its just fun to read, its interesting to see where the story goes and what develops. i personally hope it sticks with this almost mundane approach, it fits well with the characters, yes ruri us literally part dragon, but shes also just a kid, its really fun to just take in her circumstances and watch her develop.

Jul 20, 2024 8:23 PM

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The dragon stuff is mostly supposed to be a metaphor, imo. Kinda like the students in Sonny Boy having superpowers.

It's just a comfy, wholesome story about Ruri learning that her differences do not make her special or "different". Even with her powers, it's her job to become a better person that others like. It's just really sweet and fun to read. At least for me.

Jul 20, 2024 9:26 PM

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flwer said:
its just slice of life isnt it ? you watch this interesting character with wacky circumstances fumble through school life and learn as she does. there doesnt need to be a specific hook or catch, its just fun to read, its interesting to see where the story goes and what develops. i personally hope it sticks with this almost mundane approach, it fits well with the characters, yes ruri us literally part dragon, but shes also just a kid, its really fun to just take in her circumstances and watch her develop.

For the past few chapters, I'd say ruri has had some pretty normal circumstances tbh. The wacky circumstances like her accidentally using her powers was what hooked me in and it that case I feel that issue got fixed way too quickly. As it is now, the story is just an average highschool story with nothing setting it apart. I'm honestly just waiting for dragon dad to show up

Jul 20, 2024 9:37 PM

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@Yusffff i could see how the more normal circumstances and events of the last bit could become a little boring, but she isnt just a dragon so showing the non-dragon parts of her life and the non-dragon things she is experiencing as a by product of being part dragon feels great to me. the manga could go on for another 100 chapters for all we know, and in which case this slight down time where ruri is just living day by day is fine, i think. of course i would love to see ruris dad or more dragons or some world building regarding the fantasy creatures, but i trust that will come at some point. the current theming fits quite well with the ongoing events in the manga id say, ultimately i think the story isnt necessarily about ruri being a dragon, but ruri who is part dragon if that makes sense. overall i just think where the manga is headed seems fun and like an enjoyable read.

Jul 20, 2024 10:53 PM

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for me it's the down to earth comedy.

Jul 20, 2024 11:22 PM

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It's about a half dragon girl finding a way to fit in with her newfound abilities. It's always been mainly about the slice of life stuff since the very beginning for me.

Jul 21, 2024 2:09 AM

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Tranquility itself

Jul 21, 2024 2:35 AM

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Zizike said:
I have been following and reading this manga since chapter 4, and the first few chapters were the ones that got me interested due the supernatural stuff and the natural writing.

I think the dialogs are well-written and all the characters and their reactions feel... human.

However, with the pure school slice-of-life stuff recently, I was wondering what the appeal of this manga is.

Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike it, I just genuinely want to know what others think about the series, its appeal and why they like / dislike it.

For us foreigners, I guess Japanese school life can be interesting, but for the Japanese readers, I can't really see what they could get out of reading this.

With that out of the way, please let me know what your thoughts are on the topic.

CGDCT. That's the whole appeal.

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Jul 21, 2024 4:56 AM

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It's still in that developing stage. I'm invested enough still. Though I might eventually drop it if I get bored like Blue Box

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Jul 21, 2024 9:09 AM

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To me, it's just cute dragon girl does cute things.

Just a fun little slice of a life about a half dragon trying to navigate matters of school, friends and family while having to deal with her curious traits and abilities.

Not every story needs a point imo, though I do think it would be interesting if her Dad showed up at some point.

Jul 21, 2024 11:29 AM

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Menternor

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It's just the vibes, man.

Jul 21, 2024 3:22 PM

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I just think it's a nice story with loveable characters. I feel like the dragon stuff is going to get more attention later on after (or possibly during) the school festival. I'm enjoying it right now because this is the first series where attention is being given to the amount of work that goes into setting up school festivals. It's also giving time for Ruri and (forgot her name) to start getting along and possibly becoming friends which is a lot more realistic then the typical "become friends after overcoming one issue." It's a more realistic approach to slice of life that I, personally, haven't seen before. That's why I find it so appealing. Plus, I just really like dragons. I like how the dragon aspect of the manga doesn't completely overshadow everything else, too.

Jul 22, 2024 5:06 AM

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It's relaxing, wholesome, and has a cool dragon and powers aspect.

Jul 24, 2024 12:36 PM

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slice of life, relatable, no one is dying, cool dragon powers. it's wholesome. idk if id pick it up if ruri was a normal girl. like dededede, if there wasn't an alien invasion I wouldn't think to watch it. slice of life with a gimmick is interesting.

Jul 28, 2024 5:20 PM

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So far the latest (Chapter 18) direction of her role seems dull even though it makes sense,
but, so far, the unexpected dragon traits is what intrigues me the most, along with the potential of danger and other demihumans/etc. I guess.

... It's hard to tell exactly. It's still a bit too early.
The friendship bonding is nice and good enough, but as of now, I'm more eager for excitement and drama.

Sep 7, 2024 10:30 PM

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It's par the course for young adult literature, a fun, bubbly school themed show with a quirky MC, facing new challenges in life. The demi-human thing is the factor that allows her to break down walls and apply herself to things she would often ignore or be indifferent to, prior to her transformation. Art is just OK. Think it would be funnier in anime form.

Sep 10, 2024 2:48 AM

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Personally I consider this as manga for the reader to relax(helps people with insomnia like me) from his everyday problems , kinda like Haruka Reset. They are simple and their are on point in terms what the mangakas wanted them to be

Oct 29, 2024 2:33 PM

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I think the author simply show paced the plot and expanded the worldbuilding (can i even call it like that in a Sol? lol) of the manga. We get to know characters, friends, and see how Ruri reacts, and not just cuz she's half dragon. I honestly think it's interesting since i had eye on it since chapter 1, the only ""problem"" i can find is that since the release is every 2 weeks, you can feel more the pace slowed. But i'd rather see this than like unlocking a dragon trait every 1 or 2 chapters and then start again, personally.

Oct 17, 1:13 PM

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I don't get the appeal either. It's a bit too mundane. I get that it's a slice of life, but there are better slice of life stuff out there IMO. I also don't consider it a CGDCT manga. I assume the author has no assistants that help him with the manga from what I can tell by looking at the drawings, so he does everything by himself. I think that's the only interesting thing about the manga.

It's still in that developing stage. I'm invested enough still. Though I might eventually drop it if I get bored like Blue Box

Checked your list, and you dropped it after chapter 24. Guess you eventually got bored reading this. Can't blame you. It's boring af.

wildhoodOct 17, 3:58 PM

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