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学戦都市アスタリスク
Original Japanese Title
Also known as: The Asterisk War: The Academy City on the Water, 学戦都市アスタリスク
By miyazaki yuu
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- Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
- Status
- Completed
- Chapters
- 17 volumes
- Original Publisher
- media factory
- English Publisher
- yen press
17 volumes
2012
Description
The Academy City on water, “Rikka”. This city, otherwise known as ‘Asterisk’, was famous for being the world’s largest stage for the integrated battle entertainment . The young boys and girls of the belonging to the six academies made their wishes with Shining Armaments in their hands, vying for supremacy — Amagiri Ayato is one of them. Ayato arrived at Rikka at the invitation of the Student Council President of the Seidoukan Academy, Claudia, and right after that he incurred the wrath of the Julis, and ended up having to duel her.
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- Original Publisher
- media factory
- English Publisher
- yen press
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
Gakusen Toshi Asterisk Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Gakusen Toshi Asterisk
First Impressions
Alright, let's dive into Gakusen Toshi Asterisk. From the get-go, you're thrown into a battle academy setting – think a city-sized island buzzing with six different schools, each with its own flavor and specialty. Our main guy is a powerful dude, but of course, there's a catch! He's got sealed powers that he's trying to unlock. It's a classic setup, but honestly, I was intrigued enough to keep reading. The premise of corporations controlling most countries also gave it an interesting edge.
What Works Well
What I appreciated most was the world-building. While it might not reinvent the wheel, the city of Asterisk feels alive, with a distinct dark underbelly lurking beneath the shiny academy facade. The characters, while hitting some familiar archetypes like the princess and childhood friend, manage to have their own motivations and goals beyond just fawning over the protagonist. This is a huge plus in the harem genre! The fight sequences are also well-written, both during the interschool competitions and in the more clandestine battles. I found myself enjoying the blend of action and slice-of-life moments, which kept the story from becoming too monotonous. I also enjoyed the unique setting and story.
Areas of Concern
While I enjoyed the story, it's important to note that the battle academy trope is very common, and while Gakusen Toshi Asterisk has its own spin, it might not appeal to those looking for something completely fresh.
Final Verdict
Overall, Gakusen Toshi Asterisk is a solid entry in the battle academy genre. If you're a fan of action, school life, and a bit of harem mixed with a darker, intriguing plot, you could do a lot worse. It's not groundbreaking, but it's a fun and engaging read that kept me entertained. I'd recommend giving it a shot if you're looking for a well-executed example of the genre.
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