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カラーレス
70
7
Finished
Jan 11, 2019 to Nov 11, 2022
9.0/10
Average Review Score
100%
Recommend It
1
Reviews Worldwide
"Colorless" is a groundbreaking manga that employs "color" as more than just a visual element, rather a powerful narrative device. This approach adds layers of meaning to each panel where color appears, creating a immersive experience. Further enhanced by the gritty and harsh environment, bringing the world to life in a way that feels both vivid and bleak. With its exceptional world-building and storytelling, "Colorless" stands out as a work of respectable quality. However, every great story needs a compelling antagonist, and this is where "Colorless" falls short. The antagonist’s actions are predictable and lack depth, though this is somewhat offset by the characters' cleverways of confronting them. The fight scenes are a highlight, beautifully choreographed and structured - though a bit difficut to follow - helps tie everything together with some action. One of the manga’s more frustrating aspects is its tendency to leave too much unexplained. The story introduces interesting side characters and concepts but fails to develop them fully, leaving them feeling abandoned. While this might be acceptable for casual readers, it can be disappointing for those who want to dive deep into the story and its characters. Without its unique use of "color" as a storytelling tool, "Colorless" might end up being just another manga with a decent plot. Yet, this creative choice elevates the entire reading experience, making "Colorless" a memorable and impactful work.
A cosmic disaster changed the Earth forever, stripping away every last drop of color from the world. Mankind also changed: the familiar human face is almost forgotten in a world now populated wholly by mutants. Against the backdrop of a moody urban landscape, a lone-wolf investigator named Avidia relies on both his wits and extraordinary gun to hunt down the world's last hidden scraps of color. He soon crosses paths with a very special girl—one who just might hold the key to bringing back what the world has lost. (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)
