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Noragami Volume 1

Stray God
By Adachitoka
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Noragami Volume 1 by Adachitoka follows Yato, a minor god striving to gain recognition and followers by offering to help solve people's problems for a small fee. Alongside his weapon partner, Yukine, and a girl named Hiyori whose life was altered by an accident, they navigate the challenges of both the human world and the spiritual realm, facing various supernatural encounters. It's a tale of friendship, adventure, and the quest for identity and purpose.
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You might enjoy this graphic novel if you're a fan of dynamic storytelling with a blend of action, fantasy, and humour. The story follows a quirky god and a spirited girl navigating their intertwined fates, filled with witty dialogue and engaging artwork. If you appreciate tales of adventure with a touch of the supernatural, this book may appeal to you.

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Yato is a homeless god. He doesn t even have a shrine, let alone any worshippers! So, to achieve his ambitious goals, he s set up a service to help those in need. He hopes that one day he ll be able to build the temple he feels he deserves, but for now he can t be picky about the jobs that he chooses to accept.

A supernatural action-comedy series with themes similar to Bleach, Soul Eater, and Death Note.

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Fans of anime are raving about this new series as it unfolds online - now read the manga adaptation!

Noragami Volume 1 introduces us to Yato, a homeless god. He doesn't even have a shrine, let alone any worshippers! So, to achieve his ambitious goals, he's set up a service to help those in need (for a small fee, of course).

He hopes that one day he'll be able to build the temple he feels he deserves, but for now, he can't be picky about the jobs he chooses to accept. From finding lost kittens to overcoming school bullies, Yato is divinely intervening all over the place!

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Noragami Volume 1 by Adachitoka is praised for its engaging artwork and intriguing storyline. Many reviewers appreciate the blend of humour, action, and fantasy elements, making it a captivating read. The character development, particularly of the protagonist Yato, is highlighted as a strong point, drawing readers into a world where gods and spirits interact with the human realm.

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ISBN: 9781612629063

Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 September 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Kodansha Comics

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 192g

Pages: 200

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AdachiToka is the mash-up pen name for two female artists- Adachi draws the foreground characters and Tokashiki draws the backgrounds. They have previously worked on Alive, which was published in the US by Del Rey Manga.

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