Although his exposition of the way of the sword as a path to enlightenment and self-knowledge is brilliant in the handling of metaphors and the purest action, with those swordsmen bordering on a nearly Teresian ecstasy in combat, I still don't understand what the hell the poor group of survivors of the Battle of Sekigahara, who are also carrying a wounded companion, are getting into by looking for a fight with Kojiro.
It seems rather strange and perhaps a bit foolhardy. They have already endured the hardships and losses of a major battle, and yet they choose to engage in another dangerous encounter. Maybe there is some hidden motivation or purpose that is not immediately clear. Or perhaps they are simply driven by a sense of honor or a desire for revenge.
Whatever the reason, their decision to seek out Kojiro is sure to lead to more conflict and potentially more bloodshed. It will be interesting to see how this situation plays out and what the consequences will be for all involved.
Y llegamos al último tomo protagonizado por Kojiro y con el que completamos su largo flashback. This volume holds great significance as it ties up the loose ends of Kojiro's story.
Continuando justo por donde lo dejó el anterior, Kojiro se enfrenta a la escuadra del señor Sadakore en una última batalla por la supervivencia para ambos. The intensity of this battle is palpable, as both sides are fighting for their lives.
Tras derrotar en una honorable batalla singular a Sadakore, sus compañeros y alumnos no podrán dejarlo pasar y decidirán enfrentarse a Kojiro movidos no tanto por la venganza, sino por su propia honra, la oportunidad de demostrar su valía y poder morir en un digno combate como auténticos guerreros. Kojiro now faces a new set of challenges as he takes on those who seek to prove themselves against him.
Así Kojiro se enfrentará en duelos uno contra uno primero al joven Ichizou y finalmente al mejor de la escuadra, Koun, aprendido Kojiro por el camino otra lección y una de las más importantes, quedando completo su entrenamiento y convirtiéndose definitivamente en una bestia imparable. Through these duels, Kojiro not only hones his skills but also learns valuable lessons that will shape his future.
Un tomo con el que todos los engranajes del destino terminan de quedar conectados y con el que comprendemos la influencia directa de Kojiro en personajes y sucesos ocurridos en el manga, así como la indirecta que ha tenido en las vidas de Musashi y Matahachi. This volume reveals the far-reaching consequences of Kojiro's actions and how they have impacted the lives of those around him.
En definitiva, uno de los mejores flashbacks jamás hechos. It is truly a remarkable and engaging flashback that adds depth and complexity to the overall story.
Finally, Arco Kogyo ends and we return to the volume of the Mushashi story (and by finally, finally, it means).
On 5 - 10 - 2023, this interesting journey seems to have come to a certain conclusion. The story of Arco Kogyo has likely had its share of excitement and twists, and now the focus shifts back to the captivating tale of Mushashi. As we look at the various images provided, they might offer glimpses into the different aspects and scenes of these stories. Each image could potentially tell a story of its own, adding depth and visual interest to the overall narrative. Whether it's the detailed illustrations or the specific moments captured, they all contribute to the rich tapestry of these literary works.
It had been a long time since I continued this series. It was like reuniting with an old friend.
I had missed the characters and the storylines that had once captivated me. Picking it up again felt both familiar and exciting.
As I delved into the pages, I was immediately drawn back into the world that the author had created. The vivid descriptions and engaging plot made it difficult to put the book down.
It was as if no time had passed at all, and I was once again fully immersed in the adventures and emotions of the characters. It was a wonderful feeling to reconnect with this series and I couldn't wait to see what would happen next.