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Real isn't just a manga about wheelchair basketball;

The brilliance of Real lies not only in its stunning artwork but also in its ability to delve deep into the human psyche. Inoue's characters are flawlessly crafted, their complexities laid bare for readers to explore.
From the fiercely determined protagonist, Nomiya, to the troubled former basketball star, Takahashi, each character's journey is portrayed with authenticity and depth.

I found myself initially intrigued by the title "Real" when I began reading this manga, but its significance became clearer to me as I delved further into the story.

This Manga feels Real.

If you're looking for a manga that feels genuine ... and true to life, look no further than "Real."

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I haven't been interested in manga in quite a long time. The reason being is that there isn't much out there that is novel and pushes story telling in a direction that only a medium like manga can...

I was quite taken aback when I started reading Real. The story itself is incredibly original and risky as we are introduced to the world of wheelchair basketball which in itself I have no interest whatsoever.

The appeal of the entire manga to me were the characters and exploring what pushes us to overcome soul-crushing obstacles. It is an incredibly sophisticated and touching story. Real takes ... an unflinching look at existential crises and how they both harm us yet make us stronger as a result. You become very emotionally invested in these characters and it is one of those stories that you feel make you grow.

A story about wheelchair basketball,having so much in its story,it follows the life of three protaginists,struggling to find a pavement and live as they desire to.
the hardships which they go through is really emotional,and lovely,being one of my favourite incomplete masterpieces,real would always be one of a kind,one can learn,forget,love,and hate these characters,because as cliche as it may sight,but they feel,"real".
i know it wont be finished be anytime soon,but the reason i love it will always exist.
Nomiya,Togawa and takanashi are people whom youll see the story from,and i really love the variety every character offers inorder to explore the hardships of being incomplete,for being ... as a real life person.which is beautiful
Real will always be a 10/10,even if it may never end.

As in slam dunk i appreciated the realism of the work, but on the other hand Real story is less happy and light. Sport is still the center of the story but not in the traditional shokon way, more like a center of characters life. The challenge and the joy brought by basketball help protagonists to keep going throught difficulties. Characters are explored more deeply and their thoughts are expressed with words and powerfull drawings. In some points the story hits really hard but even in those sad moments really boosts your motivation. It suprised me because at start I thought that the difficulties of ... the disability would be the center of the story but it's much more on problems of everyone's life so I think it's very relatable and everyone can enjoy and learn a lesson from it.