Reiko the Zombie Shop: Volume 2
by Rei Mikamoto
Things take an interesting turn in Reiko 2. Where Volume 1 was mostly a series of short stories revolving around the resurrection of recently killed corpses, Volume 2 tells one long tale, actually the first half of a single story about the battle between Reiko and "The Master”, an evil summoner who wants to rule the world with an army of zombies.
This transformation in story structure also leads to a transformation in the mood of the book. The crisp look of Rei Mikamoto’s style is unique for a horror manga, and it made for a somewhat jarring, but refreshing contrast. Reiko 2 definitely has some scenes of horror, but employs more of an action feel. Reiko isn’t the only necromancer in the land, and in this volume we are introduced to several of her allies and enemies as the stage is set for a battle royale between the mysterious “Master” and Reiko and her friends.
Reiko takes a big turn in Volume 2, but it isn’t a change for the worst. Many new characters are introduced, and the more intricate storyline requires a little more attention from the readers. (One cannot help but think the sheer volume of new speaking roles might not be a little bit of a joke on the reader, because… well… we aren’t going to be the ones to ruin the surprise!)
Along with the brethren of new summoners we meet, we learn that every necromancer has his or her own zombie to call for battle.
This is one of the most unique aspects of this book. Each summoned zombie was usually some kind of killer in life, whether it is a World War II Nazi, a crazy cowboy from the Wild West, or a mummified Egyptian king. Others were'nt even human. Some summoned take orders better than others, and the interaction between the zombies and their masters makes for some very clever and original fight scenes.
The dialog is still very fresh and the art is crisp. It’s easy to get spoiled by Mikamoto’s truly dynamic drawings. Although this first half of two-part story is more straight-forward than the twisted vine-like vignettes of Volume 1, it is still a gripping page-turner, compelling the reader to pick up Volume 3 before Volume 2 hits the shelf.
Things take an interesting turn in Reiko 2. Where Volume 1 was mostly a series of short stories revolving around the resurrection of recently killed corpses, Volume 2 tells one long tale, actually the first half of a single story about the battle between Reiko and "The Master”, an evil summoner who wants to rule the world with an army of zombies.
This transformation in story structure also leads to a transformation in the mood of the book. The crisp look of Rei Mikamoto’s style is unique for a horror manga, and it made for a somewhat jarring, but refreshing contrast. Reiko 2 definitely has some scenes of horror, but employs more of an action feel. Reiko isn’t the only necromancer in the land, and in this volume we are introduced to several of her allies and enemies as the stage is set for a battle royale between the mysterious “Master” and Reiko and her friends.Reiko takes a big turn in Volume 2, but it isn’t a change for the worst. Many new characters are introduced, and the more intricate storyline requires a little more attention from the readers. (One cannot help but think the sheer volume of new speaking roles might not be a little bit of a joke on the reader, because… well… we aren’t going to be the ones to ruin the surprise!)
Along with the brethren of new summoners we meet, we learn that every necromancer has his or her own zombie to call for battle.
This is one of the most unique aspects of this book. Each summoned zombie was usually some kind of killer in life, whether it is a World War II Nazi, a crazy cowboy from the Wild West, or a mummified Egyptian king. Others were'nt even human. Some summoned take orders better than others, and the interaction between the zombies and their masters makes for some very clever and original fight scenes.The dialog is still very fresh and the art is crisp. It’s easy to get spoiled by Mikamoto’s truly dynamic drawings. Although this first half of two-part story is more straight-forward than the twisted vine-like vignettes of Volume 1, it is still a gripping page-turner, compelling the reader to pick up Volume 3 before Volume 2 hits the shelf.
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