Synopsis
Unable to accept the truth behind his mother’s death, Kamui visits Hinoto, the dreamseer for the Dragons of Heaven. He refuses to believe her prophecy - that he is the key to the Earth’s fate! She pleads with him to try and change the future she foresees. As Kamui ponders his options, the Dragons of Earth start attacking Tokyo!
Review
After viewing this volume of X, I am really starting to like this series a lot. Although we have to put up with the three episodes per DVD thing. But oh wells, the set kind of looks good with eight DVDs in my opinion.
In this volume the story continues to develop, and more of Kamui’s background is shown. His aunt comes and tells him about his mother’s background. After acknowledging the reason behind his mother’s death, he goes in the state of disbelief. A few scenes later, we observe something that can raise a few eyebrows. Kamui’s aunt dies in a car accident. She was also a member of the Magami clan, known for their ‘Shadow Sacrifices.’ Did she sacrificed herself for Kamui just like his mother did or was it just that she got killed…
Moving on. The Dragons of Heaven starts gathering. Hinoto shows Kamui her dream of the future, while suddenly being ruined by her sister Kanoe. The story thus far is very entertaining. There were quite a few fights in this volume and each had cool effects. Yoshiaki Kawajiri does a fine job in directing something that draws a difference between the Manga and the Animation. X: THREE comes out this month! Watch out for it!
The Breakdown
I wonder what is coming up in the next volume.
» The Pros
The story is definitely getting better as the series continues. The questions that are brought up at times are interesting and the action scenes are amazing.
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» The Cons
I promise I'll stop complaining about the three episodes per DVD thing in the future ^_^.
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» Animation
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Already rated in Volume 1 review. |
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» Sound
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Already rated in Volume 1 review. |
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» Story
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Already rated in Volume 1 review. |
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» Recommend
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I recommended this volume to ChamberX and he loved me for it. So... I don't think Mr. Critique Alpha's reviews can be wrong. Well, I will recommend this volume to the volume one owners. |
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» Other Information
Language: English/Japanese language with English Subtitles
Extras: Director Yoshiaki Kawajiri Interview, Pioneer Animation Previews.
Package: Very sleek black slip-case, with a cool picture of Kamui with a white wing and a black wing holding the divine sword (Shinken). |