.hack//Legend of the Twilight 1-3: The Complete Collection

.hack//Legend of the Twilight #1-3

by Rei Izumi (Illustrator), Tatsuya Hamazaki

Excellent Book

Genres: Manga, Fantasy, Magic, Canon, Science Fiction, Romance

664 pages, Paperback

First published September 13, 2005

About the author

Rei Idumi or Rei Izumi 依澄れい is a female Japanese manga artist. She is well known for being the artist to the manga .hack//Legend of the Twilight, and Hibiki's Magic.

Reviews

[Kyla Sixkiller · Rating 5 out of 5]

This omnibus dives headfirst into ".hack//Legend of the Twilight," a captivating manga series set within the beloved ".hack//" universe. Following twins Shugo and Rena, the story throws them into the immersive online world known as "The World." As they navigate the game with their unique characters, they encounter a lively cast – a treasure hunter, a powerful shape-shifter, and a kind foreign player.

Beyond the standard MMORPG experience, ".hack//Legend of the Twilight" delves into a rich fantasy narrative. The connections to legendary ".hackers" add depth, while themes of love and betrayal keep the story engaging. This collection offers a satisfying entry point, hinting at a vast world beyond the pages.

The artwork is another highlight. Rei Idumi delivers stunning character designs, striking a perfect balance between "sexy" and "cute." From the chibi avatars to the detailed player models, every character is visually distinct. Breathtaking splash pages showcase the beauty of "The World."

This complete collection boasts more than just the three core volumes. Bonus content includes character artwork, promotional materials, and even back-up stories. A personal favorite is the collection of character sketches depicting their real-life appearances alongside their in-game personas.

Overall, ".hack//Legend of the Twilight" is a fantastic adventure for fans of the ".hack//" universe and newcomers alike. With its engaging story, stunning visuals, and comprehensive collection of content, this series is a must-read.

[Manmangaboy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Slow beginning rushed ending overall more satisfying than I thought

[Jamie · Rating 4 out of 5]

8/10

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun and mostly lighthearted read, this book is probably best suited for 13-15 year olds. The art is clean and cute, and it's easy to tell the characters apart just by looking at them. The story was too fast-paced for my liking; for instance, I would have liked more time developing Shugo's abilities--he sucks at everything and then is suddenly awesome. The book had more humor about breasts and such than I'd like, too, but there were also moments of wisdom as Rena and Shugo grow to understand "The World" and their roles in it. I really liked Mireille and Ouka, though I felt like everyone could have used some more characterization, so they weren't all so stereotypical. You had the brute, the rare-item hunter, the animal lover, the newb, the creeper, and the innocent gorgeous one, and there wasn't time for character development to flesh them out.

I also think I would have enjoyed this book a lot more if I'd read the original one first, as it referenced it constantly. I still got what was going on, though.

[Pcx · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a copy of this manga collection, and this is what got me into shows about games. Quoth Bill and Ted: "Excellent!"

[Kurtis Burkhardt · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not the best rpg/mmo mangas out there, the story isn’t that good but I liked the character designs and art was pretty good😁❤️🎮

[Spira Virgo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Review in process~