![]() ![]() The art style is not as detailed as some of Clamp's other works. The concept of battle dolls is interesting though, and sets Clamp up nicely for their more famous series, Chobits. Things are left unexplained and relationships are created with little real reason other than to tie up the series. ![]() The development of Misaki's skills is not shown, so it difficult to connect to Misaki as a character because there is not enough detail in the story to give her development. The pacing was good, until the end when it all seemed rushed. I was expecting a few tournaments, some decent rivals and a love triangle, but none of these seemed to develop, though they would have all been possible in a longer series. Clamp attempted to have some shock twists but they are basic and can be guessed a mile off. The story of Angelic Layer is simple, with limited twists and turns. only 5 volumes, so I finished it before I continued with the anime. I read this after seeing an episode or two or the anime. It is set in the same universe as Chobits, and contains similar themes, such as the relationships between created beings/robots/toys and humans. This manga is Clamp's attempt at a battle manga. ![]()
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