Akumetsu
I don't deny the fact that Akumetsu's very existence is morally reprehensible. But seeing the villains being spat out by even nastier villains was rather cathartic. So much so that it's a tragedy, in more ways than one.
Katekyo Hitman Reborn!
The entire horde of characters are... ヽ(≧ω≦)/ It's illegal how most, if not all, of the characters are quirky. While "outlandish/weird" is nothing entirely new, Amano-sensei designed them in such a way that it instead gives them individualities we can recognize as very much their own. I am most definitely pleased... 人´∀｀)
Haikyuu!!
[ SPOILERS ] . . . . . . . . . Haikyuu's All Japan Youth Camp and Spring Tournament Arc was, in ways, disappointing. As a reader, I was looking forward to getting introduced to the players they'd inevitably face-off against in the Nationals. We are merely given names to attach to faces and most of the characters have little to no screen time. It was an arc too enthusiastically truncated. A full Little Giant match? Highschool tournament highlights from the Top 3 Aces (minus Ushiwaka)? What about Hoshiumi? We get so much foreshadowing for him but barely got to know him. Besides that particular snag, I'm happy to say I enjoyed it (with or without the flaws). Everything about this manga has already been said...the only thing I can say is that it deserves the popularity it boasts, and more.
Pandora Hearts
Captivating. Phenomenal. Beautifully rendered.
Vagabond
A detail oriented and beautifully drawn tale of a young man's journey to find what life holds for him and in the process, finds himself instead. Breathtakingly masterful, artwise and storywise...I don't have enough thumbs to show my appreciation and adoration. Thank you, Inoue-sensei.
Slam Dunk
Pave the way for the self-proclaimed genius, Hanamichi Sakuragi! This aggressive redhead is about to make his mark on the jungle that the ball court could be... Admittedly talented, this not-so-bright rookie will have to hack his way through the long and increasingly arduous path to the end of the court. ᕦ(✧≖ ʖ̯≖)ᕥ I absolutely adore this MC... an all-time favourite character of mine.
Shinobi no Kuni