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We begin our adventure here! But why 2 volume? Simply, Volume 1 had very alterations (NO CENSORSHIP), all done in the first TokyoPop Release. Real "Authentc" TP

Let's Begin!

For standard printing differences

TokyoPop originally used HOLOGRAPHIC COVERS (and special hardcover versions for libraries). This would change later

Color pages are black and white in almost TokyoPop releases. Forums claim English color versions exist and scans online have them but I've never seen it in real life

Now a weird one. TokyoPop changed a reference to Obake no Q-Taro (an early manga by Doraemon creator Fujiko Fujio. Official English name "Q the Spook" as of a rare 1971 English version only availible in Japan) to 80's cartoon "The Real Ghostbusters.

Luckily, Volume 1 got a fan translation before TokyoPop got the license so I can compare IN ENGLISH

the Japanese text around Keroro still has the stylized Q. Whoops

This fan translation also includes the full color pages and is more readily availible online than the TokyoPop version if your region doesn't have the ViZ website

I always loved early color manga

ONTO VOLUME 2!!

Here we already have 3 VERSIONS!!!

The original uncut Japanese release

The Early English TokyoPop releases with some censorship, and

The far more censored ViZ Reprints (which according to forums, were done by TokyoPop's reprints as early as 2005. Mainly on SOME non-holographic paperback copies. Late releases anyway)

FIRST EDIT!!!

Immediately in Chapter 11 (Page 14), TokyoPop initally let Natsumi's chest uncensored. However by the later publication by ViZ, it's drawn over

The next edit is even earlier in the 4th page of Chapter 12!

TokyoPop covered up Angol Moa's panties in all versions so I'll be using the high quality digital ViZ scan. This won't be the last time they do this but I'm gonna remind you that as of Volumes 1-3. NATSUMI's underwear is never altered. Smooth moves, TokyoPop...

CHAPTER 16! Another Late Stage Natsumi chest edit. This time only her nipples instead of her entire chest (i thought we only censored female nipples cause of boobs). One again, only from ViZ and super late TokyoPop

That's the end of lewdness but as a bonus, one more thing is cut from ALL ENGLISH RELEASES

Evidently, some sort of cross promotion for a manga TokyoPop doesn't own. I don't actually know what this is.

That's all for now!! Ciao

Evil Crusher Maya by Masami Kurumada

Read the full thing here

Or if you can't download because the file size is too big: Part 1 & Part 2

Those of you who know Masami Kurumada probably know him as the creator of Saint Seiya. However, he has made several other series before and after Seiya like B't X, Fuma no Kojiro, and of course, Ring ni Kakero. Evil Crusher Maya is a one shot that came out around the same time as B't X (which is where his art was at its peak), and was published by Enix's Monthly Shonen Gangan in 1996. The protagonist, Maya, is also different from Kurumada's usual shonen MCs, who are high-spirited and hot-blooded. He is instead calm and collected, sometimes broody, but only wants to regain his humanity in the end. Summary of the story as stated in the tankōbon:

This absolute stunner of a cover for Volume 8 came with it and it is the chef-iest of kisses. ♡ ～('▽^人)

(THIS COVER Y'ALL we cannot wait to catch up to the newest chapters, just a week until 35, we're getting there also OMG ARE THEY NOT GORGEOUS!?)

Please refer to our resources page if you want to preorder a copy of this volume in Japanese. It's available for preorder on AmiAmi as well.

Reminder: JBS does not get any cut of sales, we do not own Raise, the links we post are not affiliates. The only thing we get when you click and/or buy is the satisfaction of knowing we've pointed you in the right direction so that you too can own digitals or physicals of this amazing work. ♡♡♡

Chapter | Wiki | Blog | Reddit | 2021.07.11 | Translated by fallen-slayer

Naver Endnote: White’s power turns not only Bam, but also the author into a giant corrupted flaming black dragon... 

Tdoay’s drawing is White. As White can swing his longsword freely with just one of his wrists, there is little need for him to take stances found in human swordplay, so that's something that disappoints me sometimes. It would be fun if he would actually put some effort into swinging his swords and such, but he swings them like they're some sticks hehe. So I drew White handling a sword as if it's heavy for practice..

​The reason White is so obsessed with Baam I think is something that's inevitable. Anyone who becomes a Slayer hates Zahard and the 10 Families, so in a way Baam is someone to hate for every Slayer. Wouldn't it be nice if they Slayers were actually nice to the rookie ^^;

Recently, I've been drawing a lot of animal-people and animals, and it’s hard for me to draw all by myself, so the staff has been helping me a lot. I am always thankful to those who work with me.  We are always recruiting staff, so if you're interested, always feel free to shoot an email to [email protected] with a copy of your resume and portfolio (surprise?)

The weather's getting hotter, and while my particular area didn't rain a lot, I heard there are other regions that received a lot of rain. I hope nobody got hurt from it.

COVID-19 is also getting worse again, so everyone please take care of yourselves. I thankfully work from home, but I hope those of you who work in person at cafes, restaurants or other shops, stay cautious and stay strong. ​

Especially at times like these I want to do my best and make fun comics, but I never know if I'm doing well. Everyone says I'm hard working, but... It may not be easy, but I will work harder. I wonder how many more years this wretched body must draw for it to feel more confident.

I hope you guys have a healthy week filled with good events. Thank you, stay happy^^

Ah, also in regards to the physical book release last week, https://smartstore.naver.com/webtoonfriends/products/5687981102 📷 [단행본] 신의탑 Vol. 7-8 세트 (한정판) : WEBTOONFRIENDS [WEBTOONFRIENDS] 네이버 웹툰프렌즈 smartstore.naver.com

You can buy the pre-order here. It feels like you have to buy them as soon as possible since it says limited edition, right? It feels like you have to buy all the previous volumes because it comes with a box, right? haha. I wasn't aware of the exact schedule, but apparently they go on sale starting 14th of July. I mean that's it. If you buy a lot of them I'll put that money to good use and also buy good food for myself as well hehe.

Now, I'll really be going _ _