(L) Negima Manga Discussion

[panzerfan]

Akamatsu-sensei dropped a huge bombshell with 127. I am just dying to find out what's to come.

(On a totally unrelated note... a few days after I seen the dramatic cliffhanger of 127, I re-watched AIR and at the end of SUMMER arc I was thinking "wait. Yue's design seems to resemble Kannabi no Mikoto somehow, with the bell and all..." This thought leaves me more than a little disturbed)

[TnAdct1]

Originally Posted by Jalexster

Look... like I said over on the other forums, it doesn't matter when the RAW comes out, IT'S STILL ILLEGAL. Therefore, RAW discussion is just as ok as it is after monday. Which basically means "Talk, but don't link". Or something to that effect.

Okay, however I'm still going to save the information that I have until Monday (unless someone else decides to mention what I was going to say).

EDIT: It's Monday, so I'm now going to mention the big thing that happened in the latest chapter:

Spoiler for chapter 128:

Yue has become the fifth girl to make a Pactio with Negi.

[Limiter]

Im a usual lunker here.

Things just got too intense in 127, now that 128 is out, I need to know what happens next.

[TnAdct1]

Originally Posted by Limiter

Im a usual lunker here.

Things just got too intense in 127, now that 128 is out, I need to know what happens next.

See the post above for the big event of chapter 128. However, in case you need information of what happened altogether in the chapter (warning this next part will contain spoilers):

Spoiler for chapter 128 summary:

Nodoka, upon hearing Yue jump off the bookcase-made cliff, uses the Diarium Ejus to find out about how Yue, out of fear that her feelings for Negi will result in the loss of a friend, tried to keep it a secret from her. Upon confronting Yue on the watery bottom of the cliff, Nodoka then literally slaps some sense into Yue and tells her that while she herself finds it uneasy to accept this news, she's okay with Yue having feelings for Negi. The last four pages involve Negi making a Pactio with Yue, with Chamo and the rest of the 3-A Library Club members watching (and, in the case of Konoka and Haruna, encouraging Negi and Yue to go through with the procedure). As the chapter ends, Haruna tries to get Negi to make a Pactio with her (we won't know if the Pactio happened or not until next week).

[Limiter]

I read a part of it. just a little, but I'll hold out till the translation comes. thanks though.

[Tiberium Wolf]

Originally Posted by TnAdct1

See the post above for the big event of chapter 128. However, in case you need information of what happened altogether in the chapter (warning this next part will contain spoilers):

Spoiler for chapter 128 summary:

Nodoka, upon hearing Yue jump off the bookcase-made cliff, uses the Diarium Ejus to find out about how Yue, out of fear that her feelings for Negi will result in the loss of a friend, tried to keep it a secret from her. Upon confronting Yue on the watery bottom of the cliff, Nodoka then literally slaps some sense into Yue and tells her that while she herself finds it uneasy to accept this news, she's okay with Yue having feelings for Negi. The last four pages involve Negi making a Pactio with Yue, with Chamo and the rest of the 3-A Library Club members watching (and, in the case of Konoka and Haruna, encouraging Negi and Yue to go through with the procedure). As the chapter ends, Haruna tries to get Negi to make a Pactio with her (we won't know if the Pactio happened or not until next week).

What's the artifact of Yue???

[Vexx]

Slow poke waiting for Del Ray here finally read book 9.
Nice... a fair amount of my more favorite characters (Chach, Sayo, amongst others)
Story was a bit disorganized and jumped around.... but I've seen worse from Ken A.

Its getting hard to tell who is *left* that doesn't know about Negi and magic

I'm actually a bit disappointed in Sayo's little arc... the anime episode was really much better. Its fun watching Chach grind her gears about Negi but I can't say I'm too attached to her creator-"mother".

No series is complete without at least one fanservice school festival I suppose....

(steadfastly refusing to look ahead and trying to defocus on the other posts)

[rooboy]

Originally Posted by Vexx

Slow poke waiting for Del Ray here finally read book 9.
Nice... a fair amount of my more favorite characters (Chach, Sayo, amongst others)

HA! Well, I'll discuss book 9 (I got my copy last week I think). I've never really cared much for Sayo, but I actually loved the Hakase/Chachamaru chapter (I think it might be in my top 10 chapters of the entire series).

Originally Posted by Vexx

Story was a bit disorganized and jumped around.... but I've seen worse from Ken A.

Yeah, though, in fairness, I think it's at least partially to show the craziness in preparation for the Mahora Festival.

Originally Posted by Vexx

Its getting hard to tell who is *left* that doesn't know about Negi and magic

It's a suitably small number. Though I actually think the series would be worse if all of the people in his class don't find out at some point. It would be the kind of secret that I imagine would be difficult to keep while you're fighting demons on class trips

Originally Posted by Vexx

I'm actually a bit disappointed in Sayo's little arc... the anime episode was really much better. Its fun watching Chach grind her gears about Negi but I can't say I'm too attached to her creator-"mother".

I agree that I thought the anime handled that part better, but I'm hoping that (unlike the anime) Sayo gets more time as the series progresses. As for Hakase, I never thought about her much until her chapter came along. Now I wish they would show her more, I've always loved the mad scientist type. Though I find them kind of irritating if they're combined with the genki character (like Suu in Love Hina or Ed in Cowboy Bebop). I especially loved the part where she had no problem wrapping her head around the concept of magic but couldn't figure out how Chachamaru could fall in love.

Originally Posted by Vexx

No series is complete without at least one fanservice school festival I suppose....
(steadfastly refusing to look ahead and trying to defocus on the other posts)

As for the school festival, I hope you're not going to be too disappointed, but it's going to be around for awhile. This volume is technically just the preparations for the Festival (it actually starts at the second to last page). The raws we're discussing are still set during the school festival, though it does look like it's finally winding down. Plus there's time in this volume for Yotsuba, Zazie actually speaks, and it introduces the next "big" arc (the mystery of Chao Lingshen).
Actually, I can't wait for the school festival to be over so I can re-read the whole thing from the beginning without interruption. There are a LOT of clues scattered through these earlier chapters, and I did notice a fair amount of spoilerish information in this volume that I didn't pick up on the first time through. I can't imagine how much more I'll get when I can sit down with the whole arc and read them through.

[Dark Steno]

Originally Posted by Vexx

Slow poke waiting for Del Ray here finally read book 9.

At least it's arrived at your place. I didnt find yet Book 8 at mine.

[rooboy]

Originally Posted by Dark Steno

At least it's arrived at your place. I didnt find yet Book 8 at mine.

ACK! That totally sucks! I thought Malaysia actually got manga BEFORE the U.S.

[Vexx]

I actually had to order the darn thing (as with most of the other volumes after volume 5). My local bookstores are doing a horrid job of keeping up with series - so I end up just ordering most of them online.

Liked the comments from rooboy and no, I've got no problem if the school festival takes a volume or two (thats where interesting things usually happen). I also liked hearing Hakase ramble about improvements to Chach's skin texture and stuff.
And yes, Zazie speaks

I've only quickly read volume nine .... it is packed with enough details I figure I'll read it a few more times.... maybe with a magnifying glass for some of it (all that detail).

[Peppermint]

A good friend from me is a huge fan of Negima.
Actually, he was my ex-boyfriend... well, i taked a peek on it too and i think, it is cute.
But i use my money currently for too much other manga, maybe i'll buy it later.

[Dark Steno]

Originally Posted by rooboy666

ACK! That totally sucks! I thought Malaysia actually got manga BEFORE the U.S.

Of course we do receive Japanese mangas earlier than US. But mostly are in Chinese and I can't read that. Some may turn it into Malay language but I don't like it. It is because they are using Chinese translated stuff into Malay. The translation might be Chinese-ish (sometimes with Chinese names). Plus double scanning sucks. Japanese > Chinese > Malay. That's a LOL job.

But of course that there are local magazines that do the same thing like Shounen Jump magazine and others. Some of it even translated directly from them. Those are cool stuffs plus Malaysia and other Asian countries have special relationship with Japan. In fact, Naruto (I dont like Naruto. I just want to point out) anime was being dubbed into local here earlier than in US. And of course, it was licensed earlier in this country. Same goes to Gundam Seed (I dont like Gundam too).

[Proto]

Aw well, time to inject some life back into this thread

Spoiler for 130's summary:

The chapter starts with Asuna and Takahata's rendevous. Asuna says the typical sorry for being late. Takahata is about to reply with the equally typical "I just arrived here" but something surprises him. Asuna's asumes its about how her new look doesn't fit her, but Takahata reasures her that she looks good. Meanwhile, our stalking bunch comments on how good they look, what a good vibe they give, etc. On another hand, because of Misora's concealment disguise Negi hasn't been able to recognize her The chapter continues with some small talk between the pair (it has been long since the two of us walked like this, etc.), but internally Asuna is resolving to confess his feelings to Takahata. Meanwhile Kamo and Negi start their mental bothering, by telling Asuna to try her best etc. to which he replies to just shut up, only to later realize that they are in fact following her

Back to the stalking group, Negi comments on how surprised he was to know that Takahata was such a famous person, to which Mei replies that Negi is quite a wonderful mage himself, and after some flattering, she asks him for his autograph (with the corresponding scold from her Onee-sama) Later Takane asks what was that thing about Takahata being Asuna's caretaker while she was a child, to which Konoka replies that Asuna is an orphan. She arrived to Mahora elementary school, and then Takahate acted as her tutor then. Continuing with the lovey dovey pair, Takahata asks if Asuna has had fun in the school, and... more small talk. It ends with Takahata commening on how brightful she has become, and how that relieves him a lot. During the tournament a lot of thing which made him remember about the past happened, that's why. Then he flatters Asuna a little, which makes her embarrased. The next part is quite graphical so I'll skip till page 10 lower frames, when Asuna thinks how childish she is acting etc, but Takahata calmes her anxieties...

Later they find a lost child, and they agree to help her find his mom. Back at the group Takane is asking Mei just to stop this stalking feast, to which Mei replies to wait just a little more. They end up finding his mom and the problem is solver... but things are starting to get more troublesome when they find the fighting and karate clubs at it again, Takahate tries to stop them peacefully but they treat him so he has no other way but to absolutely and utterly wipe them out (... yeah right...) they fight some other difficulties which ends up in Asuna having to draw out her sword and Takamichi realizing that she can use kanka.

Later on, they comment on how they were glad that no one was hurt, and Takahata says how helping people in trouble is the job of mages after all. Asuna replies how she wanted to talk about lots of things, because she knew nothing of Takahata as a mage... Takahata replies how he wanted to wait a litte more, but it seemed the time had come...

*past reminiscence*

Asuna: Look... its snow!
Takamichi: Indeed, it started snowing
Asuna: What will we do from now on?
Takamichi: We will go to Japan
Asuna: Japan...? What will we do there?
Takamichi:We will search for happiness there
So that you can forget everything...

[animernq]

Originally Posted by ProtoMan

Aw well, time to inject some life back into this thread

Spoiler for 130's summary:

The chapter starts with Asuna and Takahata's rendevous. Asuna says the typical sorry for being late. Takahata is about to reply with the equally typical "I just arrived here" but something surprises him. Asuna's asumes its about how her new look doesn't fit her, but Takahata reasures her that she looks good. Meanwhile, our stalking bunch comments on how good they look, what a good vibe they give, etc. On another hand, because of Misora's concealment disguise Negi hasn't been able to recognize her The chapter continues with some small talk between the pair (it has been long since the two of us walked like this, etc.), but internally Asuna is resolving to confess his feelings to Takahata. Meanwhile Kamo and Negi start their mental bothering, by telling Asuna to try her best etc. to which he replies to just shut up, only to later realize that they are in fact following her

Back to the stalking group, Negi comments on how surprised he was to know that Takahata was such a famous person, to which Mei replies that Negi is quite a wonderful mage himself, and after some flattering, she asks him for his autograph (with the corresponding scold from her Onee-sama) Later Takane asks what was that thing about Takahata being Asuna's caretaker while she was a child, to which Konoka replies that Asuna is an orphan. She arrived to Mahora elementary school, and then Takahate acted as her tutor then. Continuing with the lovey dovey pair, Takahata asks if Asuna has had fun in the school, and... more small talk. It ends with Takahata commening on how brightful she has become, and how that relieves him a lot. During the tournament a lot of thing which made him remember about the past happened, that's why. Then he flatters Asuna a little, which makes her embarrased. The next part is quite graphical so I'll skip till page 10 lower frames, when Asuna thinks how childish she is acting etc, but Takahata calmes her anxieties...

Later they find a lost child, and they agree to help her find his mom. Back at the group Takane is asking Mei just to stop this stalking feast, to which Mei replies to wait just a little more. They end up finding his mom and the problem is solver... but things are starting to get more troublesome when they find the fighting and karate clubs at it again, Takahate tries to stop them peacefully but they treat him so he has no other way but to absolutely and utterly wipe them out (... yeah right...) they fight some other difficulties which ends up in Asuna having to draw out her sword and Takamichi realizing that she can use kanka.

Later on, they comment on how they were glad that no one was hurt, and Takahata says how helping people in trouble is the job of mages after all. Asuna replies how she wanted to talk about lots of things, because she knew nothing of Takahata as a mage... Takahata replies how he wanted to wait a litte more, but it seemed the time had come...

*past reminiscence*

Asuna: Look... its snow!
Takamichi: Indeed, it started snowing
Asuna: What will we do from now on?
Takamichi: We will go to Japan
Asuna: Japan...? What will we do there?
Takamichi:We will search for happiness there
So that you can forget everything...

Can you do a summary for 129 as well.

[Akane]

this manga is great I love Kens work ^^ I cant wait to get the next book when it comes out

[ShadowClone]

Originally Posted by AtmaWeapon

thanks Razer_2mb for the info. I kinda was hoping they'd have drawn them in. It's not a question "jerk-off" potential, it just looks so ridiculously CONTRIVED when the hair always cascades in just the right place. In fact, i would prefer if they didn't have those nude bath scenes at all cause there's always going to be something every-so-deliberatly and strategically placed in the most glaringly predictable place imagineable.

That being said, i enjoy every single panty shot considerably. ^^

No, Razer is right, there is FULL NUDITY in this manga, but no "nipples" ( let's not talk "bush" yet coz well, since Asuna's a "paipan" ) are drawn in. There ARE some contrived scenes where something covers them, but not ALL. So naked girls are drawn "Barbie-doll style" here.

Ah but panties and asses are another story! PANTSU BANZAI!

[Dark Steno]

What to expect from a former hentai doujinshi author?

[OutPhase]

Perhaps some horrible rape that we can all live without?

[Diaphanus]

Originally Posted by Tiberium Wolf

What's the artifact of Yue???

I hope it is the book that says "Orbis Sensualium Pictus."