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東京喰種-トーキョーグール- [JACK]
7
1
Finished
Aug 2013 to Sep 2013
7.3/10
Average Review Score
75%
Recommend It
4
Reviews Worldwide
"Jack" is somewhat intriguing, even if it's not necessary at all for the Tokyo Ghoul mythos. The plot and art are decent enough to carry how paper-thin the characterization is. If you want more details, read on. [Story - 6] The story follows a ghoul case pursued by the then-teenaged Kishou Arima, the Reaper of the CCG in the main series. He is accompanied by a 'classmate', Taishi Fura, a tertiary character in the main series and arguably the actual protagonist of this miniseries. The mystery in this story is pretty predictable, but the build-up towards it makes the climax as depressing as what the original TG pumpedout in its prime. Thankfully, with 7 chapters, the pacing is tightly packed. While there's nothing particularly deep about this story, it continues exploring the themes of mainline TG: what IS humanity and its place in the 'food chain, along with how we handle the knowledge of said food chain. [Art - 7] The artwork is admittedly gorgeous here. Perhaps because of its setting in terms of the timeline, Ishida uses an even murkier artstyle here than before. This gives the whole story an atmosphere of hazy reflection and detachment developed through time. This is made more poignant right at the end, when the art starts to sharpen more to resemble the main series. Action here is rendered adequately, but not to the heights of the original manga. Character design is fairly plain, but since the core cast is so small this time around, everyone is able to stand out. Special mention goes to Yamori's protomask and Kishou's significantly darker hair, since they tickle my fancy. [Character - 5] This is probably the aspect of this sidestory that I found the most lacking. I can't really say much, since these characters either show up in the main title in some capacity (Arima and Fura) or are pretty one-note to complement the former type (EVERYONE else, even Yamori). All I can really say is that it's serviceable for this story only. [Enjoyment/Overall - 6] It's not bad by any means, but as stated before it is completely unnecessary in the grander mythos of Ishida's work. Read it if you love Arima, I guess.
Long before becoming the infamous "Reaper" of the Commission of Counter Ghoul, a young Kishou Arima was once assigned to attend high school in order to investigate a series of murders caused by a ghoul with a fervent appetite. What was supposed to be a solo mission changed very quickly for the young genius as he became involved with his delinquent classmate Taishi Fura. When Fura witnesses the brutal death of his best friend at the hands of a masked ghoul named "Lantern," it seems certain he will meet a similar fate. At the last minute he is saved by Arima, giving Fura a glimpse into the world of a ghoul investigator. Although the ghoul escapes, Fura decides to join forces with his savior and classmate, vowing to bring Lantern to justice. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Tokyo Ghoul: "Jack" is a 7 chapters short story featuring Arima Kosho, the infamous Special Investigator at CCG. It's only 1 volume with 350 pages total, but it can be completed within 20-30 minutes since the reading experience is similar to a webtoon. I'm pretty sure it is all done digitally. While the story is interesting, it only shows a single part of Arima in his young days. It's nothing more than a small fragment of his entire life. One may be slightly disappointed for not getting to read more, but at the moment this is the only thing available to us. Personally I suggestthose who have read the parent story: Tokyo Ghoul to give it a try as it will leave a good aftertaste before or after reading Tokyo Ghoul:re.
Honestly a really fun short read. Story (6/10); pretty basic lol. it's quickly-paced and it has a nice little twist at the end but it won't take you more than an hour to read. Art (9/10); the art is really good, he uses a unique style that adds to the atmosphere of the story, and the fights are nicely done some of it seems like sketches but it all works in a really nice way. Characters (6/10); nothing special honestly but Arima is pretty cool so is the girl Enjoyment (9/10); i thought it was a really fun read the art style is gorgeous the story is enjoyable evenif its nothing special and it flows really well! Overall (8/10); a fun read and definitely worth checking out!
A remarkably well-constructed spin-off that adds a great deal to the Tokyo Ghoul universe. This work focuses on exploring the youth of Arima Kishou, the legendary ghoul exterminator known for his coldness, efficiency, and near invincibility. Here, we have the opportunity to see what he was like before becoming this almost mythical figure within the CCG. We follow his first steps, his still-developing way of acting, and, above all, how he demonstrated an extraordinary talent from an early age. One of the most interesting points is precisely observing how Arima interacted with other characters before they all assumed their roles as investigators. These interactions help to humanizesomeone who, in the main work, often seems distant and unreachable. Even so, it's clear that he was always seen as a role model, someone who naturally inspires respect and admiration. What most appeals to me in this spin-off is how it delves into Arima's psychological side. At various moments, we see behaviors and thoughts that deviate from the norm, bringing a sense of strangeness to the character. At the same time, this only makes it more interesting. The metaphor of the "caged bird," for example, is extremely powerful and helps to understand how he sees himself within that world: someone powerful, but still trapped by a destiny and a system from which he cannot escape. Another great merit of the work is being a canonical spin-off that truly adds value to the main story of Tokyo Ghoul. It's not just extra content, but something that enriches the understanding of the universe, especially for those who already know the weight Arima has in the original narrative. The art also deserves highlighting. It's clear how much the author's style has evolved since the beginning of Tokyo Ghoul. The drawings are more refined, with a cleaner and more expressive composition, without losing the characteristic intensity of the work. The action scenes are well-constructed and easy to follow, while the quieter moments manage to convey a lot just with expressions and framing. Narratively, the manga manages to balance two approaches well: on one hand, we have a more reflective story, focused on Arima and his worldview; on the other, we follow an engaging investigation from beginning to end. This investigative case has a vibe reminiscent of classic serial killer stories, almost like a "Jack the Ripper" within the Tokyo Ghoul universe, with the difference that here the killer is a ghoul. This mystery gives the reading a very good pace and maintains constant interest. Furthermore, the relationship between Arima and Fura is one of the most captivating aspects of the work. The dynamic between the two brings a more human and even lighter side at certain moments, creating an interesting contrast with the darker tone of the narrative. These bonds help to give more emotional depth to the story. Overall, it's a manga that doesn't disappoint. It expands the universe, deepens one of the most iconic characters in the series, and still delivers an engaging story in its own right. I highly recommend it to Tokyo Ghoul fans, as it adds important layers to Arima's character. But it can also serve as an entry point for new readers, since it presents well the tone, themes, and type of narrative that the main work offers. Final score: 8/10. =================================================================================================================Versão em Português===================================== Um spin-off extremamente bem construído e que acrescenta muito ao universo de Tokyo Ghoul. Essa obra tem como foco principal explorar a juventude de Arima Kishou, o lendário exterminador de ghouls conhecido por sua frieza, eficiência e praticamente invencibilidade. Aqui, temos a oportunidade de ver como ele era antes de se tornar essa figura quase mítica dentro da CCG. Acompanhamos seus primeiros passos, sua forma de agir ainda em desenvolvimento e, principalmente, como ele já demonstrava desde cedo um talento fora do comum. Um dos pontos mais interessantes é justamente observar como Arima se relacionava com outros personagens antes de todos assumirem seus papéis como investigadores. Essas interações ajudam a humanizar alguém que, na obra principal, muitas vezes parece distante e inalcançável. Mesmo assim, já fica claro que ele sempre foi visto como um modelo, alguém que naturalmente inspira respeito e admiração. O que mais me chama atenção nesse spin-off é como ele aprofunda o lado psicológico do Arima. Em vários momentos, vemos comportamentos e pensamentos que fogem do padrão, trazendo uma sensação de estranheza ao personagem. Ao mesmo tempo, isso só o torna mais interessante. A metáfora do “pássaro engaiolado”, por exemplo, é extremamente forte e ajuda a entender como ele se enxerga dentro daquele mundo: alguém poderoso, mas ainda assim preso a um destino e a um sistema do qual não pode escapar. Outro grande mérito da obra é ser um spin-off canônico que realmente agrega valor à história principal de Tokyo Ghoul. Não é apenas um conteúdo extra, mas sim algo que enriquece o entendimento do universo, principalmente para quem já conhece o peso que Arima tem na narrativa original. A arte também merece destaque. É nítido o quanto o traço do autor evoluiu em relação ao início de Tokyo Ghoul. Os desenhos estão mais refinados, com uma composição mais limpa e expressiva, sem perder a intensidade característica da obra. As cenas de ação são bem construídas e fáceis de acompanhar, enquanto os momentos mais silenciosos conseguem transmitir muito apenas com expressões e enquadramentos. Narrativamente, o mangá consegue equilibrar bem duas propostas: por um lado, temos uma história mais reflexiva, focada no Arima e em sua visão de mundo; por outro, acompanhamos uma investigação envolvente do começo ao fim. Esse caso investigativo traz uma vibe que lembra histórias clássicas de serial killers, quase como um “Jack, o Estripador” dentro do universo de Tokyo Ghoul, com a diferença de que aqui o assassino é um ghoul. Esse mistério dá um ritmo muito bom à leitura e mantém o interesse constante. Além disso, a relação entre Arima e Fura é um dos pontos mais cativantes da obra. A dinâmica entre os dois traz um lado mais humano e até mais leve em certos momentos, criando um contraste interessante com o tom mais sombrio da narrativa. Esses laços ajudam a dar mais profundidade emocional à história. No geral, é um mangá que não decepciona. Ele expande o universo, aprofunda um dos personagens mais icônicos da série e ainda entrega uma história envolvente por si só. Recomendo fortemente para fãs de Tokyo Ghoul, pois adiciona camadas importantes ao personagem do Arima. Mas também pode funcionar como uma porta de entrada para novos leitores, já que apresenta bem o tom, os temas e o tipo de narrativa que a obra principal oferece. Nota final: 8/10.