- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: Dark Horse Comics,U.S. (19 Dec 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1569715270
- ISBN-13: 978-1569715277
- Product Dimensions: 25.1 x 18 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,182,727 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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IN THE 21ST CENTURY, the once glittering Neo-Tokyo lies in ruin, leveled in minutes by the infinite power of the child psychic Akira. From the flooded wasteland of rubble and anarchy rises the Great Tokyo Empire, populated by a ragtag army of zealots and crazies who worship and fear Akria ad his mad prime minister, Tetsuo, and angry teen with immense powers of his own– and equally immense, twisted ambitions. The world at large is not taking the threat lying down, and the military strength of the planet is massing to take on the empire, but will technology's most advanced weaponry be enough to destroy Akira? And are Tetsuo's rapidly growing paranormal abilities a potentially greater threat?
A mind-blowing epic, Akira is a sweeping graphic-novel tour de force of awe-inspiring vision and gut-wrenching intensity– and the inspiration for the brilliant Akira animated film. Creator Katsuhiro Otomo has influenced a generation of graphic novelists and animators and is universally acknowledged as a storyteller of extraordinary skill, standing alongside the finest writers and directors of science fiction. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
A mind-blowing epic, Akira is a sweeping graphic-novel tour de force of awe-inspiring vision and gut-wrenching intensity– and the inspiration for the brilliant Akira animated film. Creator Katsuhiro Otomo has influenced a generation of graphic novelists and animators and is universally acknowledged as a storyteller of extraordinary skill, standing alongside the finest writers and directors of science fiction. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Katsuhiro Otomo goes from strength to strength...,
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This review is from: Akira: v. 5 (Akira (Dark Horse)) (Paperback)
...as Akira: Volume 5 hits our shores. Having built up the complex layers of this incredible Manga epic, the quality hits a new high. As an American fleet approaches the borders of Neo-Tokyo, Tetsuo's evolution continues and his power reaches phenomenal levels. The resistance against Akira and Testuo's Neo-Tokyo empire are gathering, and Kaneda and Kei both launch their own assaults against the psychic rulers. Suffice to say, the spectacles presented in this volume are incredible, the depth and scale of vision building up to the climax of the series (roll on Volume 6). Readers of the previous episodes will be familiar with the amazing artwork in these graphic novels - and if you haven't read them, go get 'em! The characterization is nothing short of brilliance - from Kaneda's progression from cheeky juvenile deliquent to, uh, cheeky juvenile deliquent with a mission, and Tetsuo's evil and madness, each character is perfectly developed through the plot and artwork. In short, this is the definative manga series, and anyone with the slightest interest in this style of artwork - or those without, for that matter - should own the entire set.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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the epic tale continues....,
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This review is from: Akira: v. 5 (Akira (Dark Horse)) (Paperback)
I can't really say much about this one book on its own because i consider it to be part of a much greater book. If you are a fan of the film then all i can say is get it. I my opinion it is far better then the film. After reading these books you see how much they have cut out. Everything about the series is great from the art to the story, and especially the characterisation.If you have read Domu then and liked it then you must get this. Buy them, buy them all!
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4.5 out of 5 stars (6 customer reviews) 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Greatest Story Ever,
By ZHyde - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Akira: v. 5 (Akira (Dark Horse)) (Paperback)
Could I give this six stars? When I was 13 I saw AKIRA in my local theater. Needless to say I was blown away and hooked for life. Imagine my surprise when, years later I found out about the manga! For anyone who has seen the movie but not read the manga you are missing out on about 80% of the story (The movie was condensed from over 2000 pages). The manga answers all the questions left from the movie and adds so much more to the story. The artwork is better than the movie even though the book is in black and white. The story and art crackle off of the pages like electricity. Otomo has such an amazing style that he has ruined other comics for me. Nothing quite compares to his mix of technical and human drawing prowess and his storytelling is second to none.In book 5, the special forces, american Navy, and various cult groups are all after the power of AKIRA even as Tetsuo's power continues to grow. Kaneda, Kei, and the Colonel play bigger roles in book 5, but the real star here is Tetsuo. His powers are immense and the destruction he causes is beyond belief. I wont spoil it for you but beleive me its amazing. The most enduring quailty of AKIRA for me is the fact that the movies and manga require your attention. This isnt a thrown together story where nothing really holds up, if you think there are plot holes you havent figured the story out. Its expertly crafted by Otoma-san and never strays from his vision. The story of AKIRA is excellence of the highest caliber. I love everything about AKIRA and this book is a testament to that. This is just my opinion and I happen to be a BIG AKIRA freak. I have the McFarlane toys, three versions of the movie, and even a back up DVD which has never been opened just in case. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Amazing,
By "acerman" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Akira: v. 5 (Akira (Dark Horse)) (Paperback)
This is not only the longest volume in the series so far, it is also the the best and most pivotal. Characters both new and old are revisited, and IMMENSE character development is undertaken. Since Tetsuo is the main focal point for this volume, the story lets the reader see yet another side to him (as well as a rather grotesque sequence in which his fake arm takes over his body). Also, shockingly enough, Kaneda and Kei *ACTUALLY SHOW FEELINGS FOR ONE ANOTHER*!! And as if THAT wasn't enough, Kaneda's ol' pal Joker shows up again. He's changed sides, however, and reveals that he's a technical whiz, which will undoubtedly come in very handy.But enough rambling about that. The action is top-notch (as always), as the armies of the world are crouched, muscles tensed, ready to spring at a moment's notice. Kaneda has amassed a small army of his own, and they have already taken the offensive against Tetsuo. Kei undergoes psychic training by the last survivors of the Project, and is preparing to challenge the teenage time bomb herself. The cliffhanger ending shows that the dominoes are set up, needing only the hand to push the first to start the show. And I know it's going to be a spectacular display. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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The Preparations Begin For The Final Battle....,
By Daniel V. Reilly - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Akira: v. 5 (Akira (Dark Horse)) (Paperback)
With the Psychic powerhouse Akira awakened, the mad Tetsuo becoming more and more powerful by the moment, and the World super-powers massing their fleets just outside of Japan, could things possibly get any worse for the citizens of the ruined Neo-Tokyo? Well.....yeah! Tetsuo is becoming SO powerful, his body is starting to mutate....in some pretty gross ways.On the flip side, Kaneda, presumed dead, returns, and he has some really great scenes with Kei. Chiyoko and The Colonel also get a chance to shine, and we get some insight into the mind of Lady Miyako. Otomo's art is still great, and the amout of detail he puts into each panel is staggering; It's almost criminal to read the story too fast. You don't want to risk missing ANY of his spectacular linework. Akira 5 will certainly have you awaiting the final chapter with great anticipation. |
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