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Welcome back, comic book fans to another episode of Lyfeblerd. Today, we plunge into the captivating world of Osamu Tezuka's masterpiece - Dororo. I'm your host Cryptte, and I can't wait to share my thoughts on this iconic manga.
Set in a war-torn feudal Japan, Dororo tells the story of a warrior named Hyakkimaru. Born without several body parts due to a demonic pact made by his father, Daigo Kagemitsu, Hyakkimaru sets off on a journey to reclaim what he has lost. Early in his travels, he comes across the young orphan thief named Dororo and together they face a horde of terrifying demons and other challenges.
The duo forge a deep bond that defines the heart of this manga, as we see Hyakkimaru attempt to regain his humanity while inadvertently becoming weaker. It is a dark tale that is warmed by Dororo's charm and unwavering loyalty, making this a truly gripping and emotionally charged narrative.
For those who try and love Dororo, I recommend checking out other works by Osamu Tezuka, such as Astro Boy or Naoki Urasawa’s Pluto, which is based on Astro Boy’s "The Greatest Robot on Earth story arc.
- Dororo, written and illustrated by Osamu Tezuka - https://amzn.to/3YjBuww
- Astro Boy, Vol. 1, written and illustrated by Osamu Tezuka - https://amzn.to/3rMFSrF
- Pluto: Urasawa x Tezuka, Vol. 1, written by Naoki Urasawa & Takashi Nagasaki and illustrated by Naoki Urasawa - https://amzn.to/3Qk5uGI
For those looking for something lighter or just different, pick up March Comes in Like a Lion by Chica Umino. It is a heartwarming and introspective look into the world of shogi.
Fans of the superhero genre can also read My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi.
- March Comes in Like a Lion, Vol. 1, written and illustrated by Chica Umino - https://amzn.to/458h2S9
- My Hero Academia, Vol. 1, written and illustrated by Kohei Horikoshi - https://amzn.to/3KsiAOt
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That wraps up my review of Osamu Tezuka's Dororo. I hope you enjoyed this episode of Lyfeblerd. If you did, please subscribe and review on iTunes or anywhere else you get your podcasts. Follow on social media @lyfeblerd and keep reading the books you love.
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