Magic Knight Rayearth is a Japanese comic series written and illustrated by Clamp. It was serialized in the magazine Nakayoshi from 1993 to 1996 and was later compiled into three tankōbon volumes. The story follows three junior high school girls who find themselves transported to a magical world called Cephiro while on a field trip in Tokyo Tower. They are tasked with rescuing the Princess Emeraude, who is being held captive by the evil High Priest Zagato. In order to do so, they must become the legendary Magic Knights and wield the power of the Rune-Gods. As they journey through Cephiro, the girls discover the true nature of their powers and the importance of friendship and determination.
The tale of three Tokyo teenagers who cross through a magical portal and become the champions of another world is a modern manga classic. This box set includes three volumes of manga covering the entire first series of Magic Knight Rayearth, plus the series's super-rare full-color art book companion, all printed at a larger size than ever before, on premium paper featuring a newly-revised translation and lettering, and exquisite foil-stamped covers. A strictly limited edition, this will be gone in a flash!
This limited-edition hardcover box set contains the complete first arc of CLAMP s masterwork Magic Knight Rayearth, with a new translation, new designs, and a color art book, all at a super-large size with gold foil. Now accompanied by Mokona, the girls then travel to the Forest of Silence to meet with Presea, the artisan who will create for them the weapons they need to battle Zagato and revive the Mashin.
As they journey through Cephiro, the girls discover the true nature of their powers and the importance of friendship and determination. Throughout its run, Magic Knight Rayearth received critical acclaim for its captivating storyline, dynamic artwork, and complex characters. It has since become a popular franchise with numerous adaptations, including an anime series, video games, and merchandise.
Magic Knight Rayearth (Manga)
Magic Knight Rayearth ( 魔法騎士 マジックナイト レイアース , Majikku Naito Reiāsu ? ) is a Japanese manga series created by Clamp, an all-female manga artist team consisting of Satsuki Igarashi, Ageha Ohkawa, Tsubaki Nekoi and Mokona. Appearing as a serial in the manga magazine Nakayoshi from November 1993 to February 1995, the chapters of Magic Knight Rayearth were collected into three bound volumes by Kodansha and published from July 1994 to March 1995. It was licensed by Tokyopop for North America in 1997.
A sequel, Magic Knight Rayearth II, was serialized in the same manga magazine from March 1995 to April 1996 issue and was published by Kodansha in three bound volumes from July 1995 to April 1996. Magic Knight Rayearth II volumes #1-3 were numbered as Magic Knight Rayearth volumes "#4-6" as serialization of the original series.
The comic continues to be praised for its timeless appeal and remains a beloved part of Clamp's catalog..
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1. Jessica - 2/5 - I was really excited to read "Magic Knight Rayearth" after hearing so many good things about it, but I couldn't help but feel disappointed. The characters were underdeveloped and lacked depth, making it hard for me to connect with them. The plot was also quite predictable and lacked originality. Overall, I found the comic to be average at best and wasn't as captivated by it as I had hoped.
2. Andrew - 3/5 - While "Magic Knight Rayearth" had its moments of intrigue, I found myself feeling quite confused and lost throughout the story. The pacing was off at times, with important plot points being rushed or not effectively explained. Additionally, I found it difficult to keep up with the large cast of characters, as they weren't always well-defined or memorable. Despite its flaws, there were still some enjoyable aspects, but overall, I can't say it was a comic that left a lasting impression on me.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - I struggled to get through "Magic Knight Rayearth" as I found the art style and overall aesthetics to be quite unappealing. The character designs were too simplistic for my taste, and the action sequences didn't have the impact I was hoping for. Furthermore, the dialogue felt stilted and unnatural, making it hard for me to fully immerse myself in the story. While I can definitely see why some people might enjoy this comic, it just wasn't my cup of tea.