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Ultraman: Heroes Comics
Ultraman, Vol. 6
Decades ago, a being known as the Giant of Light joined together with Shin Hayata of the Science Special Search Party to save Earth from an invasion of terrifying monsters called Kaiju. Now, many years later, those dark days are fading into memory, and the world is at peace. But in the shadows a new threat is growing, a danger that can only be faced by a new kind of hero—a new kind of Ultraman…
Who is Hokuto, really, and why has he shown up in the middle of a battle wearing an unsanctioned and unidentified Ultraman suit? His appearance is just another mystery on Shinjiro’s list of unanswered questions. The machinations of shadowy enemies are emerging, and Shinjiro finds himself even more shocked as events unfold.
Who is Hokuto, really, and why has he shown up in the middle of a battle wearing an unsanctioned and unidentified Ultraman suit? His appearance is just another mystery on Shinjiro’s list of unanswered questions. The machinations of shadowy enemies are emerging, and Shinjiro finds himself even more shocked as events unfold.
196 pages, Paperback
First published July 4, 2015
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October 26, 2017
As I had missed this volume during my prior reads of this series, I thought I would get the most out of it if I binge read the entire eight volumes I had access to. For me this worked, because I wasn't hvaing to piece together what happened before and after this volume for everything to make senses. But, I don;t see a need to go back and redo the reviews for volumes 7 and 8. Since I don;t know when I'll get to volume 9, this is pretty a review of the series to date.
Superhero comics are pretty much unique to the USA. The genre was created here, and for better or worse dominates the graphic market. Other countries have tried their spin on this genre, and in Japan there are even franchises like the USA, but the continuity isn't as strict as say Marvel Comics. In Japan these franchises include Kamen Rider, the various Sentai shows, and Ultraman.
This take on Ultraman is apparently meant to be more of a straight sequel to the original and first Ultraman series. Shin Hayata is much older, and his teenage son Shinjiro has inherited Ultraman's abilities (which appear to be growing as the series progresses). In various volumes there are nods to the first Ultraman series (Pigmon, Ide, and Fuji) and the various series that followed (Dan Moroboshi as an example).
The emphasis is not so much as each volume's battle with a giant monster. The series tries, and to some extant succeeds, as trying to develop Shinjiro into a three dimensional character, while not neglecting character development for some of the others (Shin Hayata as a conflicted father and in some ways his son's superior/training officer).
There is also a conspiracy going on. Aliens have been immigrating to Earth on the sly, mostly using holographic disguises or living in slums. The Star Cluster Alliance approved this and they even have a liaison with the SSP (for whom the Hayata's work).
But, did the Alliance engineer the murder of their first contact team 15 years ago, and how do they really feel about Earth/Alien relations?
It is these larger X-Files like overtones, if you will, that really starts to drive the story and character development in the later volumes.
Superhero comics are pretty much unique to the USA. The genre was created here, and for better or worse dominates the graphic market. Other countries have tried their spin on this genre, and in Japan there are even franchises like the USA, but the continuity isn't as strict as say Marvel Comics. In Japan these franchises include Kamen Rider, the various Sentai shows, and Ultraman.
This take on Ultraman is apparently meant to be more of a straight sequel to the original and first Ultraman series. Shin Hayata is much older, and his teenage son Shinjiro has inherited Ultraman's abilities (which appear to be growing as the series progresses). In various volumes there are nods to the first Ultraman series (Pigmon, Ide, and Fuji) and the various series that followed (Dan Moroboshi as an example).
The emphasis is not so much as each volume's battle with a giant monster. The series tries, and to some extant succeeds, as trying to develop Shinjiro into a three dimensional character, while not neglecting character development for some of the others (Shin Hayata as a conflicted father and in some ways his son's superior/training officer).
There is also a conspiracy going on. Aliens have been immigrating to Earth on the sly, mostly using holographic disguises or living in slums. The Star Cluster Alliance approved this and they even have a liaison with the SSP (for whom the Hayata's work).
But, did the Alliance engineer the murder of their first contact team 15 years ago, and how do they really feel about Earth/Alien relations?
It is these larger X-Files like overtones, if you will, that really starts to drive the story and character development in the later volumes.
July 27, 2017
This feels like enough content for half of an Anime episode. The result is a well-paced, absorbing narrative...but I feel like, had I purchased six volumes rather than library'd them, I would feel a bit shafted.
February 9, 2025
The story continues as now we get to meet a new Ultraman, Ultraman Ace makes his apprerence and seems to know all about Shinjiro and the SSSP but is he an ally or an ememy.
The art in this series continues to be amazing and really delivers with every action scene.
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💙💙💙💙🖤 = Great 😁 (4.0/5.0)
Im still loving this series and really enjoying getting stuck into each volume, Ultraman Ace takes centre stage in this volume and it was really fun getting to find out more about Ace and his mysterious origin.
As every volume so far this has been an easy read with loads of action and leaves me wanting more and ready to dive into the next volume.
The art in this series continues to be amazing and really delivers with every action scene.
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💙💙💙💙🖤 = Great 😁 (4.0/5.0)
Im still loving this series and really enjoying getting stuck into each volume, Ultraman Ace takes centre stage in this volume and it was really fun getting to find out more about Ace and his mysterious origin.
As every volume so far this has been an easy read with loads of action and leaves me wanting more and ready to dive into the next volume.
June 17, 2017
The original television show was my favorite growing up so I'm partial to this series but I like that the writers, while respecting the past,are making this into their own.I also dig the artwork and will be reading more of these soon.
January 21, 2018
In this, we get a lot of new plot exposition, but done in a way much better than at the last volume. We get to know a bit more about Hokuto, some tips about Bemular's reasons, and some world building.
It's a nice volume with a good mix of action, plot, and character development.
It's a nice volume with a good mix of action, plot, and character development.
January 15, 2019
News story arc, which started the last volume kicks into high gear here with the first look at this version of Ace. And the difference between him and Shinjo. This one just getting started so it's hard to judge the story properly. But some information about Dan does come up by the end.
June 24, 2019
Ace's story takes centre stage this volume but we get more hints at the mystery of Bemular and Shinjiro gets closer to Rena. Still fun times.
June 14, 2021
1.5 stars.
December 1, 2021
I’m still having a lot of fun reading this and immersing myself in the Ultraman world. My only gripe is I wish they would use more of the cool alien monsters.
July 9, 2017
~3/5
I'm not following this series at all, and have only read one volume before. But this is still a pretty simple series to get into, and I can see the attraction to it.
In this volume, Shinjiro is struggling with his crush on the idol while she's obsessing over Ultraman. He's also dealing with a new Ultraman who's shown up and keeps taking over his cases. To me, Shinjiro seems very much like a kid, and one who doesn't take his job and secrecy very seriously—not too surprising, as he is a teenager. The whole crush matter, though, feels like it's going to cause major problems.
This isn't a series that I'm particularly interested in, but it is easy to read. The artwork is nice, though a little messy during fight scenes.
A review copy was provided by the publisher, VIZ Media, for an honest review. Thank you so, so much!
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I'm not following this series at all, and have only read one volume before. But this is still a pretty simple series to get into, and I can see the attraction to it.
In this volume, Shinjiro is struggling with his crush on the idol while she's obsessing over Ultraman. He's also dealing with a new Ultraman who's shown up and keeps taking over his cases. To me, Shinjiro seems very much like a kid, and one who doesn't take his job and secrecy very seriously—not too surprising, as he is a teenager. The whole crush matter, though, feels like it's going to cause major problems.
This isn't a series that I'm particularly interested in, but it is easy to read. The artwork is nice, though a little messy during fight scenes.
A review copy was provided by the publisher, VIZ Media, for an honest review. Thank you so, so much!
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
February 3, 2017
Better then the last 2 and some satisfaction towards the end.
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