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The series ' art stylus is distinct from its peers , wee Ohkubo ’s other serial , likeFireforce , at once recognizable . He favors enlarged anatomy , bright shades among thick black , and straightforward block formation and food coloring . Despite its simpleness , the illustrator finds ways to make spine - chill visual pastime , addingglowing details , threatening face , or otherworldly motion .

10Unlikely Resonance

Volume 13

intensity 13 sports Black Star and Tsubaki Nakatsukasa , posed ready to oppose . The bright white background pull readers ' centre to the deep fateful designs on Tsubaki ’s number , the beam metal of Black Star ’s weapons , and his blue pop of hair . Many of the manga covers for this serial have a simple background , often choose out of elaborate surroundings and or else focusing on the story ’s beloved characters . Ohkubo ’s artwork style is exaggerated and fun , giving the part a fun and dynamic pose , mirroring the movement in the plot ’s action chronological sequence .

Despite Black Star ’s infantile behavior and self - rivet behaviour , his maintenance and keep for Tsubaki is apparent , as hers is for him . With Tsubaki ’s terrible syndicate history and Black Star ’s lack of personal bonds , the two come together to occupy in each other ’s break and extend support , admiration , and talent to formulate a powerful partnership .

9The Youthful Mains

Volume 16

Although the common art vogue forSoul Eateris mostly exaggerated , mediaeval , and sometimes creepy , some illustration stand out as cute in color , bewilder , and behaviour . Issue 16 offers the main characters calmly saunter by , wear a different outfit than their usual attire . Readers see protagonist Maka Albarn softly floating to the right hand with Soul " Eater " Evans walk to her side . Blair , in cat form , stands at the bottom of the page and gazes up , wearing her signature lid .

As exciting as it is to seethe sentient weapon charactersdrawn quick to battle , this glance of Soul in his human body next to his Meister is a sweet and unagitated snapshot of the two . This cover is bright and unused , exuding the youthful and witchy vibes found throughout the serial . To do so , the illustrator adds interest group and world - building with his unique outfit and character excogitation . Through fun colouring choices , magnified facial feature , or peculiar torso language , Ohkubo ’s vogue is unlike any other .

8Holy Madness

Volume 21

loudness 21 ’s cover is colour with a nerveless palette of murky green and ash gray , drawing eye to the flaming ’ lively blues that spew across the good side of the page . Incorporating weaponry into the consistence is an interesting design and premiss for the character pairings and battle chronological succession . With this presentiment yet somber representative , readers see a guillotine attached to the fond human body slowly burn .

Although the illustrator choose for gloom and gore in his mangas , his incorporation of people of color and vibrancy adds a needed whimsy that makes the darkness even more impactful . Through back - story and struggle , viewers can see the lingering shadows that cross even the brightest of characters . With this duality , the definition of ‘ unspoilt ’ and ‘ wickedness ’ are call into question in this story of ridiculousness and existentialism .

7Role Models?

Volume 5

Volume 5 is an ode to two older characters : Maka ’s father , Spirit Albarn , and teacher , Franken Stein . Stein sits in his chairwoman leaning over with a cigarette lit in his rima oris while Spirit broods to the side . Their outfit designs are relatively simple , as Spirit sports a cool courting and cross tie . With his companion , rooter see the nervous imagination that nods to the 1818 Mary Shelley novel , Frankenstein , that gave him his name .

Although these two are not the show ’s front - moon curser , they are well - known character for their power , design , and interesting share history . Despite being adult , teachers , and supposed part models , Stein and Spirit are not without faults . Franken ’s lack of emotional understanding makes him villainous at times , while Spirit ’s womanizing ways drive a sub between him and his daughter . The earth ofSoul Eaterplays with the margin of morality , and this powerful Meister - Weapon duo fits that utterly .

6Rectifying Madness

Volume 24

Readers can instantly place the remarkable imagery on bulk 24 ’s cover . The deep , punchy Negroid covers the majority , adding a depth and eerieness that is not image in manga ’s earlier issues . Readers see the renowned Death standing tall to the right while Asura creepily grins on the leftfield . The current of air seems to blow past both characters , all while the horrendous and legendary moon smile in the background .

Two characters connected by past mistakes and the need for rectification : even as demise rules over the land as a respected and well-disposed figure , his good intentions and goofy nature have unpleasant consequence . His web with Asura proves that his high land has come at the price of another , as he brush aside the incarnate anatomy of his unease . While other character in the series deal with insanity and distortion , Asura is the primary antagonist the audience sees give in to and squeeze treachery and lyssa .

5Misled Innocence

Volume 17

The illustrator habituate interesting report and view , which alters the symmetry into something deform and otherworldly . Crona Gorgon on the cover of military issue 17 is a perfect example . Their body is long and curve backward as witness stand up above . Their dark outfit and munition contrast their scented pink hair and childish face , fitting their story essence . Crona ’s ‘ power ’ has them twisted in cold direction during battles , and this cover is another exemplification depicting the gross ‘ relationship ’ they share within their body as the ‘ Demon Sword ’ .

Crona is take up advantage of and abused by their nascence mother Wiccan Medusa Gorgon , who manipulates their self - deserving and worldly perception . interpret Crona ’s meek personality and sweetness bleed through as they cut across way with Maka and the other students , buff ca n’t help but sympathize with the unenlightened andtragic baddie .

4The Star

Volume 18

Black Star fuck the spotlight , and he gets just that on the cover of loudness 18 . This bright and zesty illustration adds some light to the manga ’s latter one-half , which is mostly get over with darkness as the series draws to a close . The young fighter draws his blade with a white cloak fluttering behind him in the breeze . His shock of blue hair instantly sop up center and congratulate the drop a line details around the borders . On his right shoulder joint is his key signature star tattoo : a symbolic representation of his inheritance and mission .

In the animated serial , Black Star does not get the fleshed - out character development he needs . With this small snap , fans easy find him grating or troublesome ; however , in original written employment , with his rivalry with Death the Kid , his continued support for Tsubaki , and his growing strength , he becomes a more reliable fellow despite his persist foolhardiness .

3Rivals, Friends

Volume 23

The figures are lengthen , colored with paled gentle and swampy dark-green hues contrasting the overwhelming apparition . Its malformed perspective creates a playfulness composition similar to a childlike record album screen . It draws reader ’ attending from the blade at the bottom , up to the two bodies , and finally to the bombastic title at the top . Star holds his Katana adorn with his name , as Kid holds his gun upside down . Both smirk at the audience , adding to the playful zip of this fashionable artwork .

Both boy characters have eccentric personalities and interesting foible . When it comes to designing , presence , and fighting capabilities , they go toe - to - toe as Black Star ’s exclaim competitor . The root of their relationship started somewhat stony but encouraged by the sweet disposition of the friendly weapon Liz and Patty Thompson and ardent Tsubaki , the two grow nearer as fellow meisters and friends .

2Dark & Light

Volume 25

The final cover version forSoul Eateris a sweet solicitation ofthe beloved main theatrical role layer together . Backed with a simple ashen setting , Kid , Black Star , and Maka afford their weapon acquaintance as Crona wait somber in the posterior , . mass 25 ’s art seems fresh compare to the start handout , as the linework is sharper , colors more pronounce , and proportions more found .

Unfortunately , devotee of the series are let down bythe canon - diverging liven serial that cuts out much of the original plot . fortuitously for reader , they get to see the art style and difference evolve with more deepness as it goes on . As the manga take up to a close , it reinforces the message of faith , friendship , and the collective strength needed to vote down rage and tyranny .

1Balance in the Shadows

Volume 19

Volume 19 is the most artistically experimental of the crowd , as it switches up textures and style for a painterly look . decease the Kid smugly scowls under the smeared ink strokes adorning the varlet . The lines mimic a ribcage along his consistency , playing on his bony imagery . The simple disastrous - and - snowy background is ironic as it get Kid ’s nonsymmetrical detail stand out more . This art is alone and visually pleasing , using easiness , cohesive grain , and solid character design refulgence .

As the series progresses and the author finds his stride , the nontextual matter becomes more detailed and engrossing for reader . Even when choosing to limit the coloring pallet , Ohkubo makes an encroachment with the monochromatic character . Kid ’s need for balance becomes not only a funny and vexing personality trait , but a matching head of conflict as he seeks equilibrium through his madness .

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Soul Eater is an anime serial publication correct in the Death Weapon Meister Academy , where students train to become meisters and weapon partners to hunt down evil soulfulness . The protagonist , Maka Albarn , along with her populate weapon partner Soul Eater , aim to transubstantiate Soul into a powerful Death Scythe . The serial explores their battles against various supernatural menace and the complex moral force within the honorary society .

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Soul Eater is an anime series set in the Death Weapon Meister Academy, where students train to become meisters and weapon partners to hunt evil souls. The protagonist, Maka Albarn, along with her living weapon partner Soul Eater, aim to transform Soul into a powerful Death Scythe. The series explores their battles against various supernatural threats and the complex dynamics within the academy.

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Soul Eater is an anime series set in the Death Weapon Meister Academy, where students train to become meisters and weapon partners to hunt evil souls. The protagonist, Maka Albarn, along with her living weapon partner Soul Eater, aim to transform Soul into a powerful Death Scythe. The series explores their battles against various supernatural threats and the complex dynamics within the academy.

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