Title: Kamudo 1.2
Manga Writer and Artist team: Akira Himekawa
Released: 10-19-2024
Kamudo 1.2 Review | STC 85 – Swinging Through Comics
Kamudo Notes
QUOTES
“Boredom is a luxury” -Shiguru
“An ancient myth says the child born of the last egg will eithr be the greatest or the most ill-fated.” – Spectator at the Birthing
PROPS
Kamudo – The Gate through which Prana flows
PLACES
Ryujinkyo – Treetop village where the old Dragon Elder lives, story starts here
PLAYERS
Lady Ryusui – Dragon Demi-goddess
Elder Gara – Dragon Elder who spoke with Lady Ryusui, receiving her prophetic warning of doom, at least thousands of years old
Lady Ribeka – Granddaughter of Elder Gara, she is about to have an egg hatch into a child
Miss Sagume – A old Dragon lady, she names at least some children
Totsuka – Demi-Dragon serving under Elder Gara as a messenger, she summoned the Council of Eight
Shiguru – Demi-Wolf lady
Kugui – Demi-Wolf, Shiguru’s son, he is missing taken
Laseri – Demi-Dragon little girl
Gindu – Laseri’s little brother, born the same day as X, Gindu means “Unparalleled Strength”
Kamuna – Divine Child, grandson of Elder Gara, son of Lady Ribeka. He was nearly killed or purged or “returned” before his grandfather saved him and named him.
The Council of Eight – Protectors of Ryujinkyo
Demi-Beings – Are there a TOTAL of 8? Is the Council of Eight made up of one of each of the Demi-Beings? So far, I count 8:
1 Bird
2 Boar
3 Cattle
4 Deer
5 Dragon
6 Monkey
7 Leopard
8 Wolf
THE LANDLESS – The Demi-Monkey encountered in the market is one of the Landless who resent Ryujinko, according to Shiguru
BLOG VERSION
Kamudo Chapter 1.2 Analysis: Birth of a Human Hero
Hey there, manga fans! It’s MJ here, diving into Chapter 1.2 of Kamudo. This conclusion to the first chapter delivers fascinating world-building and character introductions that set up what promises to be an epic fantasy tale.
Key Characters
Kamuna
- First human/demi-being hybrid
- Born with dragon scales on left hand
- Mostly human appearance with a short tail
- Potentially destined to replace Lady Ryusui
Important Supporting Characters
- Elder Gara: Dragon priest, Kamuna’s grandfather
- Lady Ryusui: Dragon goddess, creator figure
- Laseri: Young dragon girl
- Shiguru: Wolf warrior who lost her cub
- The Leopard antagonist
World-Building Elements
Social Structure
- Council of Eight representing different lands
- Concept of “landless people”
- Complex relationship between different demi-being species
- Egg-hatching customs and ceremonies
Mythology and Prophecy
- Lady Ryusui’s impending departure
- The significance of being last-hatched
- The value of dragon eggs
- The Kamudo’s role in world maintenance
Emotional Depth
The chapter shows surprising emotional complexity through:
- Shiguru’s loss of her cub
- The community’s reaction to a unique child
- Themes of acceptance and protection
- Family bonds transcending species
Artistic Highlights
- Beautiful hatching ceremony scenes
- Distinct character designs
- Dynamic action sequences
- Expressive character moments
Looking Forward
The story sets up several intriguing elements:
- Kamuna’s role in saving/transforming the world
- The mystery of how this fantasy realm becomes our world
- The development of various character relationships
- The broader implications of Lady Ryusui’s departure
Final Thoughts
Kamudo continues to impress with its blend of high fantasy, compelling characters, and beautiful artwork. The bi-monthly release schedule should give us time to digest each chapter’s rich content.
What are your thoughts on these developments? How do you see Kamuna’s story unfolding? Let me know in the comments!
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