Wild Ones

I dunno how helpful this review will be but I just had to write one since I enjoyed the manga so much (as you can see I gave it the perfect 10 score) :) I think that the proof of a really good manga is when the reader becomes emotionally invested in what they're reading. I really liked this manga because of the range of feelings I felt when reading it..one moment I was crying and the next I was laughing, then feeling frustrated (read it and you'd know why). It's the kind of story that makes you happy and scream kyahhh!! I thinkthe story was well executed too. The pacing was perfect, the fillers/side stories didn't make it dull and dragging and the characters were so lovable (especially the yakuza gang! hahaha!). The art was beautiful as well. I mean, Rakuto's so hot what else can a girl ask for? :)

Arakure aka the wild ones is a good series that shows that reusing ideas can be done well. Story:9/10 Well for story its already done before as we see the main lead looses a family member and is taking in by a other relative. But I think that the part when she realize he is the leader of the Yakuza is just awesome. The way how she needs to adapt that she is part of it really stands outs as original. It also has some really funny and clever moments which I like. So story while its overuse, it did well. Art:10/10 The art is welldone. The looks on the characters are really beautiful especially on the old looking people. Not a lot to say other than it looks good. Characters:8/10 For the main female lead, Sachie did almost of a good job as she is a very strong character. But at times she needs to be rescue which really isn't necessary. Why is it that shojo manga have to make women the damsel in distress. I'm a guy and I'm tired of seeing that but with her strong since of justice it balance it out even when it get her in trouble. Rukuto while not original in some way, he is very complex. He is afraid of the what the future lies ahead which works for his character. The rest is pretty typical but are there for support and some laughs every once in a while. Enjoyment:8/10 The unoriginal plot kinda knock my enjoyment down. But as I get farther into it, I see that its very enjoyable. Overall:9/10 Almost being perfect

Wild Ones was the first manga that I ever completed and had me hooked after the first volume. I loved watching Rakuto and Satchie grow through the series.Although it was predictable at times, the occasional intense moment between Rakuto and Satchie was enough to spice things up and make me crave more. I also enjoyed the cute awkward moments. All in all it was a really sweet manga in which multiple characters overcame the wounds of their pasts and learned how to move forward with their lives. There was also rivalry, comedy, and of course romance. I thought that the ending was cute, but Iwanted more. In particular, I would like to have seen some of the supporting characters more in the ending. There was more I would like to have known about some characters and it just didn't feel as complete as other endings like that of Inuyasha. (Absolutly love Rakuto.)

If you like 'princess and bodyguard' type romances, this series might be what you're looking next for. In my case, that was what hooked me in. But what got me turning pages from start to finish was the combination of cute romance, lightheartedness, yakuza comedy and BL subtle jokes. Not the best, not the worst, an overall enjoyable manga. Story -- As you've probably read from the synopsis, the main character, Wakamura Sachie is taken in by her grandfather after the death of her mother. There she finds out that her grandpa is actually the boss of a yakuza clan. Igarashi Rakuto, a boy aroundher age, is assigned to be her caretaker. From there the plot follows the development of their relationship. How they overcome their troubles, their insecurities, how they build up confidence and get closer to each other. It was quite the sweet, lighthearted story. Here I might add though, too lighthearted? Some challenges were overcome way too easily or so it seemed to me? Art-- While the art is fairly good, I just couldn't help but notice some problems with how the author draws the eyes of some characters. Character-- I liked all the characters, they were relatable, they had a message to tell. The ones standing out the most are, of course, the main character and her love interest. I was surprised to see that the girl's personality was actually befitting of her position of an yakuza princess. Strong willed and kind, she got the admiration and acceptance of everyone in her clan. She also is cutely naive and clumsy sometimes, but I felt this part was to be expected of a 15 year old. As for Rakuto, I found his character to be quite realistic as well: fitting the image of a dream caretaker, but also having realistic flaws and weaknesses. The two make a great pair and the approach to love was also fresh and clear of angst and unneeded drama. Enjoyment-- It was funny, adorable, all in all an enjoyable and easy read. Overall-- While I don't feel that it's a must read, it's not a waste of time either. It's a nice manga to brighten your day and I recommend it to all who like comedy, yakuza themes and shoujo manga in general.