The Evolution of Witchcraft in Tite Kubo's Manga

Kindling the Witch is a series of novels written by Tite Kubo, the renowned creator of the wildly popular manga and anime, Bleach. The series follows the story of Kaito Yashio, a high school student who discovers that he is the descendant of a powerful witch bloodline and is tasked with protecting the world from an ancient evil. The main idea of Kindling the Witch is the exploration of the supernatural world and the complex relationships between humans and witches. The series delves into the history of witches and their connection to magic, as well as the struggles and challenges faced by individuals who possess magical abilities. Kubo's storytelling is rich in detail and his ability to create compelling characters is evident in Kindling the Witch. Kaito is portrayed as a relatable protagonist, torn between his desire for a normal life and his responsibilities as a witch.

I can dig it. Hoping he's learned a few lessons from Bleach about story arcs, but it's nice to see him back in action.

I still can t recommend it as it falls off a cliff when Squad Zero gets introduced, but honestly it s like 5,000x better than the ending of Game of Thrones. They see an explosion, go to check it out, and figure out that the illegally bred dragon is responsible and the person that was raising it, Macy, was previously in the same idol group as Ninny.

Kaito is portrayed as a relatable protagonist, torn between his desire for a normal life and his responsibilities as a witch. His journey towards self-discovery and acceptance forms the core of the narrative. One of the standout aspects of Kindling the Witch is Kubo's vivid and imaginative world-building.

Tite Kubo's Burn the Witch manga getting a Season 2

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hypno

Source is not an official shonen jump account but a leaker.

Joni

Beautiful Ninja

Is Tite Kubo still going full Hideo Kojima with his work, or does he have an editor that actually tells him to stop this time?

Qvoth

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Is Tite Kubo still going full Hideo Kojima with his work, or does he have an editor that actually tells him to stop this time?

Mediking

Final Fantasy Best Boy (Grip)

Hagi

Saw this coming the 4 issue mini has a lot going for it I would have been surprised if it didn't get a continuation in some form. Hopefully the anime is cool.

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Say what you want about it's quality, but Bleach in manga is more popular than any Kojima game in gaming.

Bleach is the 10th best selling manga series of all time. It has 5 movies and a tv series that ran for 8 years. Plus the tv show is returning as well.

Imperfected

I'm down, it's been decent so far. I imagine it'll be at least a full arc before the original impetus driving him runs out of steam and he starts spinning his wheels.

Mr. Virus

I can dig it. Hoping he's learned a few lessons from Bleach about story arcs, but it's nice to see him back in action.

wwm0nkey

fertygo

WellbornWarrior

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

fertygo

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

Because its made with inhumane schedule.

Many more people need to think twice before trashing and throwing extremely rude word to these weekly comic creator that got their body and mental health destroyed in very extreme work schedule.

WellbornWarrior

Didn't Kubo even take extra time to plan the last arc and it was a dumpster fire of epic proportions regardless?

Mediking

Final Fantasy Best Boy (Grip)

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

Spinky

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

UnluckyKate

NewErakid

Surprised this is getting pushed so hard,I've been reading it and I find it either really boring or really annoying when that pervert guy is on screen. I guess Japanese audiences like it.

Qvoth

I am of the opinion only bleach 1st SS arc is good
Did not care much about the subsequent arcs, and kubo introduces way too many side characters that are irrelevant
There's a reason why there's a meme about how kubo solves things by introducing a new character

WellbornWarrior

I thought the consensus, which I agree with, is that it all went down to shit after the Soul Society arc?

zswordsman

The fuck? The guy pretty much disappeared after Bleach minus his one-shot.

Thesee takes are wild.

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

The nostalgia. While there's some cool moments throughout the series, I doubt any of these guys would watch the whole thing again. It hasn't aged well, especially when it released during the golden age of filler arcs.

I'll try and watch an episode every couple of years because of nostalgia and just nope right out after the cool part ends.

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Imperfected

Why do people feel the need to defend Bleach when it pulled a Game of Thrones before Game of Thrones was a thing?

I reread the Thousand Year Blood War during quarantine. (It's quarantine, there's only so much to do.) I still can't recommend it as it falls off a cliff when Squad Zero gets introduced, but honestly it's like 5,000x better than the ending of Game of Thrones.

Like, it's not some grand betrayal of every character's basic personality and a failure to actualize any of the existing character arcs. It's not an embarrassing fart in the wind that fails to even attempt to resolve every dangling plot thread to any satisfaction. It's just. mediocre and sort of "more of the same".

It's honestly probably not even as bad as the Lost Agent arc.

Joni

I reread the Thousand Year Blood War during quarantine. (It's quarantine, there's only so much to do.) I still can't recommend it as it falls off a cliff when Squad Zero gets introduced, but honestly it's like 5,000x better than the ending of Game of Thrones.

Like, it's not some grand betrayal of every character's basic personality and a failure to actualize any of the existing character arcs. It's not an embarrassing fart in the wind that fails to even attempt to resolve every dangling plot thread to any satisfaction. It's just. mediocre and sort of "more of the same".

It's honestly probably not even as bad as the Lost Agent arc.

Indeed. it just has the same problem as every Bleach arc, keeping introducing new powers and powers over that. But at least it managed to solve questions from the beginning of the series with who Whitey is.

The nostalgia. While there's some cool moments throughout the series, I doubt any of these guys would watch the whole thing again. It hasn't aged well, especially when it released during the golden age of filler arcs.

Currently up to episode 162, including Bount Arc. On Naruto I skipped cannon episodes for being boring.

Schreckstoff

Tite Kubo absolutely didn't pull a Game of thrones, bleach was terrible way earlier so the last arc sucking wasn't much of a surprise

SatoAilDarko

I am of the opinion only bleach 1st SS arc is good
Did not care much about the subsequent arcs, and kubo introduces way too many side characters that are irrelevant
There's a reason why there's a meme about how kubo solves things by introducing a new character

Mediking

Final Fantasy Best Boy (Grip)

I thought the consensus, which I agree with, is that it all went down to shit after the Soul Society arc?

Plenty of hype stuff came after Soul Society.

Schreckstoff

There absolutely were amazing fights and visuals after Soul Society but the story was just nonsense and people often morons

Imperfected

There's enough individual panels that are excellent to make me think Kubo actually had pretty good storyboards for the major beats of the last arc, but he really lets the fights drag well beyond the limits of his seemingly prepared material just across the board. It's a shame, because when it's quick and punchy (like the first invasion), it's actually way better than when it's trying to do the trope-addled 5-volume marathon fights.

ArgyleReptile

I definitely figured something like this had to happen. Burn The Witch had way to much set up to just be limited to 4 chapters.

The weekly schedule with Bleach nearly busted his arm and burned him out, which is why it ended prematurely and why he disappeared for a bit. So I imagine this new schedule is him flexing his tenure and Jump is playing ball.

Mendrox

The fuck? The guy pretty much disappeared after Bleach minus his one-shot.

Thesee takes are wild.

Your take is wild. Kubo was sick as hell and bedridden when the last chapters were drawn. Any time there was a double issue he stayed in bed for a whole week. He got cold after cold.

Dude was under so much stress even though he wanted to show everything. Every Bankai, every story bit he planned. What pushed him was a letter from a sick boy that told him that his medicine doesn't work anymore and that Kubo should write and finish Bleach his way and that he wanted to die with 18 months to live, but held on because he wanted to read the next volume.

Makes sense letting him rest and getting everything together again and not being in the public the whole time, huh? Most mangaka kill themselves weekly through this stress. And even after finishing up Bleach he still was there to fill in the gaps he couldn't show through Novels. So really not surprising he is not out in the public like Kojima currrently. But he's back now and will do his own pace.

I mean I get that white backgrounds, stupid fights ala "No I have the perfect counter for your counter" and all of the end are things which we make fun of, but Kubo is still pretty big nowadays and does a lot of things still.

Is Tite Kubo still going full Hideo Kojima with his work, or does he have an editor that actually tells him to stop this time?

He creates a fantastical universe where witches coexist with humans, each with their own unique powers and abilities. The author skillfully intertwines elements of mythology, folklore, and modern-day settings to create a vibrant and believable world for his characters to inhabit. In addition to the captivating world-building, the themes explored in Kindling the Witch are thought-provoking and resonate with readers. The series touches on topics such as identity, the power of belief, and the consequences of choices, all while maintaining a sense of adventure and mystery. Overall, Kindling the Witch is a captivating series that showcases Tite Kubo's talent for storytelling and world-building. It offers readers a thrilling and imaginative experience, while also delving into deeper themes and questions about the nature of magic, power, and the human condition. Fans of Kubo's previous works, as well as those who enjoy supernatural and fantasy genres, are sure to find this series a compelling read..

Reviews for "Kindling the Witchcraft Subtext in Tite Kubo's Storylines"

1. Susan - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Kindling the Witch Tite Kubo". I was excited to read a book by the renowned Tite Kubo, but this one fell flat for me. The plot was confusing and hard to follow, and the characters lacked depth. Additionally, the writing style felt forced and unnatural. Overall, I did not enjoy this book and I wouldn't recommend it to others.

2. Mark - 1/5 stars - I can't believe this book was written by the same author who brought us Bleach. "Kindling the Witch Tite Kubo" was a complete letdown. The story was incredibly boring and dragged on for way too long. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any real development. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the overall writing style was dull. I was truly disappointed with this book and I wouldn't waste my time reading it again.

3. Emily - 3/5 stars - "Kindling the Witch Tite Kubo" was an okay read for me. While I loved the author's previous works, this one didn't capture my attention as much. The plot was intriguing, but it lacked depth and could have been better developed. The characters were interesting, but they needed more fleshing out. Overall, it was an average book that had potential, but it didn't quite live up to my expectations.

The Intriguing Witchcraft Symbolism in Tite Kubo's Artwork