Attack on Titan: Colossal Edition 1 (ATTACK ON TITAN COLOSSAL ED TP)

Attack on Titan speaks for itself, one of the most popular animes right now so I don't really think I need to describe it in detail to you. If your here because you loved the anime and wanted to give the manga a go and are debating on the individual volumes or the colossal edition then this review might help you there. If you aren't sure what Attack on Titan is just read the back cover in the photos and if you have some free money and want to give it a go I highly suggest doing so, it's as good as you heard. For starters I never owned the individual volumes physically but have seen the sizes and quality. So on we go to the colossal edition volume 1 for Attack on Titan.The colossal edition volume 1 collects the first 5 volumes of Attack on Titan and at a very reasonable price point on top of that, if you buy the individual volumes it would cost more and take up a wider shelf space if you're trying to save space. The name colossal is truly fitting for the name of this collection, coming it not far off 1000 pages, comparable in size, weight, and thickness to a school textbook it indeed lives up to its name. If you plan on storing this on a bookshelf with other mangas be sure to check the height of the manga to ensure it fits as it way taller than any I've seen. Only manga I've seen that's thicker is Death Note all in one edition (which I would very highly recommend). This manga is paperback and due to its weight and large size I would really suggest you handle this carefully as some have had theirs split in the middle. The paper quality is nice, it's also similar to graphic novels/textbook gloss paper except is thinner than comics, because of the slightly thin paper there can be very small bleed through where you can see the page behind but it's very minor and didn't affect me from enjoying the story. I only really noticed the bleed through when the whole page was a single panel, but it's not really noticeable when there's several panels on the page. One thing I appreciate about the colossal edition is that it's larger and because of this the panels and artwork is larger so it's easier to read and appreciate.The only reason I could think of someone preferring the single volumes instead is if you take your mangas with you and read them while you out or traveling, in that instance it might not be the best but that's up to you to decide. Overall I'm very pleased with my purchase and can't wait to get into the second volume that I purchased at the same time. If you are considering purchasing this volume once again I suggest doing so if you are a fan of Attack on Titan or if you don't know much but want to dive in, it's well worth it.Hopefully you found this review helpful and happy reading.Update: 15/12/19I decided to give this edition another read and thought I'd give my updated thoughts along with more pictures of the content and comparing the size of the collection compared to other mangas.First and foremost, this thing is heavy so i suggest reading this at a desk or a table as opposed to holding it as after a while it gets quite uncomfortable. The biggest benefit of this oversize collection aside from collecting 5 volumes in one is the larger artwork and text, it really does make a difference and lets you pick up more on the subtle details. I did notice a panel that had misprinted on the speech bubble but luckily it wasn't over the text. I don't regret the purchase however the size and weight depending on when and how you read, this could be situational or put you off. Regardless for the price and the larger artwork it's still worth a purchase.Hopefully this update and more pictures was helpful.

This series was my first foray into manga and I loved it. It really is different storytelling and artwork from the Western comics and graphic novels. The story that unfolds in Attack on Titan is very enjoyable with the characters having depth and development. The art is beautiful - black and white which is common in manga given how quickly they are produced. The pages this is printed on are glossy, so it's a step up from trade paperbacks. The whole book itself is oversized so it's a really nice edition for collectors or first time readers who want to catch up on the series. I'd highly recommend it. It's been my first manga series, it won't be my last.One minor grip I have has nothing to do with the book or story, but the packaging Amazon sent this in. It was actually quite embarrassing. This is a big, heavy book that should have been wrapped up properly and delivered in a cardboard box. Instead Amazon delivered it in a slightly bigger envelope with a thin layer of already burst bubble wrap on the inside of the envelope. Suffice to say when the book came it was pretty badly bashed, particularly at the corners and part of the front cover was completely bent back which left it creased. I sent it back and left them a complaint and to their credit they were very quick to send me out a new copy. It wasn't much better, nor was the packaging but I just kept it because I wanted to read the series. Hopefully these packaging issues have been resolved now though

I'll not beat around the bush. If you're looking into this you probably already know about Attack On Titan. It's a gripping action/horror/mystery story which tells of humanities struggle again the apex predators known as 'Titans'. Knowing the story (at least as far as the anime has reached up to) really helps you to see the little hints that foretold events that were to come. The art, although not to the level to something like One Punch Man is fascinating in itself, especially in how Isayama uses lines and uses facial expressions masterfully to portray characters and their emotions. The action is gripping, and sometimes the horror elements are absolutely horrifying. But, there are so many nuances in this series that beg to be explored, from human nature and even fear itself, and how by embracing our unique individuality we can fulfil roles which can help the group, without having to completely conform to what is expected of us. Goes without saying, this is a brilliant manga/comic which if you're a fan of the medium then you should get into.

Amazing collection of one of the most interesting and horrific Mangas to be released in the last decade. Printed in large format and on glossy paper, this is the way to read manga.Although the art itself isn't initially much too look at, the cartoonist style lulls readers into a false sense of security. As Attack on Titan features a mi-rad of messed up situations, both psychological and physical that plays out unexpectedly well given the art style.For fans of Lord of the flies, Battle Royale, Gantz and media alike, this is the one for you.

I'd only read the first volume before I found out about the Colossal Edition and I'm glad I decided to get it. The book is big and I like that as it feels full and that you are getting your moneys worth. The artwork look great on the bigger pages and the colour pages simply pop. I recommend to all those who love the series.

I'd only read the first volume before I found out about the Colossal Edition and I'm glad I decided to get it. The book is big and I like that as it feels full and that you are getting your moneys worth. The artwork look great on the bigger pages and the colour pages simply pop. I recommend to all those who love the series.

Horrible delivery packaging caused bent corners on arrival.Like manga/Arabic books you read this Right to LeftA good read. Large print and a nicely detailed hefty book.