let's go exploring

Okay! A long, long time ago, bell and I decided to reread Fruits Basket together. However, because of time constraints and delays, we've been going at a fairly slow pace. But since I wanted to resume our project again, I've been typing out this post as fast as I can.

For a start, this is volume six. It's memorable for me, because this is 1) the first volume I ever bought, and 2) the point I mark for when the Serious Business truly begins. These are definitely the darkest chapters I've reread, and from this point on, it only continues to grow darker. It still does a great job of balancing angst with light-hearted humor (contrast the main chapters with Kyou's past -- this really is his volume -- to the last couple of chapters where Yuki visits Ayame's store), but the shift is getting clearer.

Also, my apology in advance: I don't have my copy of the manga with me, so I'm relying on scanlations for this volume. PLEASE DON'T KILL ME.

I'm also going to try a new format for my soapbox ranting this time.

( General reactions )
( Stuff I loved )
( Stuff I don't like )
( Something I'm still wondering )
( Overall )

Links to previous volumes:

Volume One
Volume Two
Volume Three
Volume Four
Volume Five