Here's this week's manga update from my reading list. It's a pretty big week for shounen manga's top titles. I especially enjoyed the return of One Piece after missing out last week, now that the flashbacks are done and the Straw Hat pirates are all together again and ready to fight. Bleach served a pretty interesting surprise. Reborn! starts a new arc. No Sekirei again this week.
Spoilers ahead! So if you would prefer to read it yourself, please visit your favorite scanlation sites.
Naruto Chapter 549: Itachi's Question
Naruto and Killer Bee face off with Itachi and Nagato. Nagato notices the change in Naruto, and asks if he has conquered his hatred. As they are talking, Kabuto takes over Itachi and Nagato's powers, causing them to attack Naruto and Killer Bee. As they fight, Itachi asks about Sasuke, and is surprised to find out about why his brother hasn't returned to the village. Naruto confronts Itachi about his secret mission, and Itachi instructs him to continue keeping it a secret to preserve the name of Uchiha, and further tells Naruto that he has placed his trust on him well to take care of Sasuke. Nagato summons beasts to fight Naruto, while Itachi fights with Killer Bee, both giving instructions on how to evade their attacks.
Bleach Chapter 458: End of All Bonds
Ichigo watches as Ginjo falls to the ground after being struck by Tsukishima, feeling despair that Ginjo would also be affected by the ability "Book of the End" and consider Tsukishima his ally. Ginjo wakes to warn Ichigo, who was able to deflect Tsukishima's attack from behind. Ginjo explains that he still considers Tsukishima an enemy, and Ichigo his ally, and wonders if it takes time for "Book of the End" to activate. He decides that they must defeat Tsukishima before it does or else, they would be left with no hope. Before they can make their move, Ishida appears behind them. Ishida summons his weapon and calls Ichigo to his side, who is still unsure of his allegiance. Ishida shouts that the man who attacked him stood behind Ichigo, referring to Ginjo, who slashes Ichigo while Tsukishima attacks Ishida. Ginjo reveals that he had Tsukishima cut him twice so he could return to normal. He informs Ichigo that he will be taking his fullbring powers, then stabs him.
One Piece Chapter 633: Friend or Foe?
Hody confronts Princess Shirahoshi about her statement that she knew that he was her mother's killer. She reveals that it was Megalo the shark who told her, after witnessing the event when he was still the Neptune army's pet. She also reveals that she didn't tell the others because that would cause them to hate Hody, which would have made Queen Otohime sad. She had held on to the promise not to hate her mother's killer, keeping the secret as she was locked in the tower for the past ten years. Hody laughs at her, and calls her stupid for not telling the others about his role in the assassination, which would have caused them to catch him earlier, ruining his plans. He then uses his power to attack the king and the princes. Children, echoed by the adults, start asking Madam Shirley when Luffy would arrive to destroy their island, saying that they would prefer that he arrive then to stop Hody even at the cost of their homeland. Megalo then spits out Luffy in time to stop Hody from killing King Neptune. Nami reveals herself from her mirage concealment courtesy of the clima-tac, after stealing the Tenryuubito's letter from one of the pirates, while Robin steals the keys and frees the fishmen officials. Franky attacks and saves the royal family, bearing them out of danger. The Thousand Sunny falls out of the sky, revealing the entire Straw Hat crew.
Katekyo Hitman Reborn! Chapter 347: Marmon and the New Battle Force
A new arc begins at the headquarters of Varia, Vongola's assassination unit. Marmon, illusionist of the Varia, receives a letter from Reborn, who informs his fellow Arcobaleno that he may have found a clue regarding their cursed state during Tsuna's fight with Daemon. But before he can read the entire letter, he is called to a meeting where Squalo announces that they must search for a new leader of the Varia. Taking into consideration their vision of the future, they talk about recruiting the future member Flan, which is met with chagrin by everyone who remembers that he insulted pretty much everyone in Varia. During the meal, food was spilled on Reborn's letter, causing the rest to be illegible. After learning that they must leave for Jura in France, Marmon feels hope that he can go to Pacifier Spring, which will lend his pacifier stronger light, allowing him to read the rest of Reborn's letter. When they arrive at the island, they search for Flan at a nearby river, where they encounter Rokudo Mukuro and his companions. Then they hear Flan's voice contemplating making trouble, wearing a very different head gear than he did in the future.
Fairy Tail Chapter 244: Thunder Crashes
Natsu, Lucy, Gray and Erza watch in horror as Wendy disappeared, leaving only her clothes behind. But much to Hades' surprise, everyone hears Wendy's voice assuring them she's fine. She was saved by the Celestial Key Hologorium, which activated its automatic danger response mode, an ability that can only be used to protect them once. Hades tells them that he was the second Fairy Tail guild master, Purehito, and proceeds to easily attack the members of the guild. He claims that he it was a mistake leaving the guild with Makarov, and that it was Makarov's fault the guild had to suffer. Meanwhile, the Exceeds Happy, Charle and Lily continue to search the ship. The Magic Council learns that Zeref might use Acnologia, causing them to finish their mission at Tenrou Island and evacuate. As Hades prepares to kill Natsu, a lightning struck the Grimoire Heart ship. Laxus Dreyar arrives in time to hear Hades' words and saves Natsu.
History's Strongest Disciple Kenichi Chapter 440: Suzuki Hajime's Dream
The fight between Sakaki and Hongo continue to be intense. Even witnessing the fight from a distance prove to be dangerous to Kenichi and Miu, who have to consider that they themselves are fighting to avoid getting hurt. Sakaki and Hongo continue to remember their younger days, continuing their fight against armed members of Yami, with Sakaki's sister bringing them lunch despite the obvious danger. Suzuki Hajime fights alongside Sakaki and Hongo, who both notice his aptitude in adapting their fighting style, and wonders if he is stronger than both of them. In the midst of fighting, the enemies escape with the weapons in their truck. Suzuki encourages them to go ahead, saying that he has to protect their bento, but Hongo sees through him, and the two see him collapse. He claims to have just overexerted himself when asked. But as the days pass, the two notice that he is growing thinner, and ask if he has gone to see a doctor. Suzuki answers that he has not because he hates doctors, and that he would rather dedicate his life to the things he love if he is going to die. As the sparring tally reaches a tie at 125, Suzuki tells them that he would like to fight the winner so he can fulfill his dream to become the strongest karate master.
The World God Only Knows Chapter 152: Brand New Guests
Haqua wonders how he can warn Katsuragi that Vintage will be searching for Fiore. Meanwhile, a strange girl who appears to be a member of the Spirit Hunter Squad is at a taiyaki shop. When jostled by others, she expresses contempt against humans and acts strangely by stabbing her own hand, causing the humans to run away. She receives a call, and reveals herself to be Lune and was asked to check on other members of Vintage in the area. She sends out a message via the modified spirit sensor. With Katsuragi sick and unable to respond, Fiore is filled with hope that Vintage would find out that something is wrong. However, Asama Ryo arrives to stop the sensor during the second signal, just in time before Lune could enter Katsuragi's house. Despite suffering from the cold, Katsuragi uses his mobile phone to initiate the next conquest.
All images courtesy of Manga Stream and Manga Fox.
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Happy Reading!!Labels: Bleach, Fairy Tail, HSDK, Manga, Naruto, One Piece, Reborn, TWGOK
