Title

Kingdom Hearts

Also known as: キングダムハーツ, KH, Disney Square Enix's Kingdom Hearts, Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Kammatsu Yomikiri: Winnie the Pooh

by Shiro Amano

Score from AniList: 69/100finished4 volumes43 chapters

AdventureFantasy

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Sora is a young energetic boy looking forward to exploring the world with his friends, Riku and Kairi. The threesome is working hard on completing a raft that will allow them to leave their island but one day a mysterious force causes Sora to gain a special weapon known as the Keyblade. He fights some weird monsters and gets transported to a strange town. Meanwhile, Donald and Goofy leave their castle to search for the king and the chosen one who holds the "key" to saving the world. Sora is attacked again by creatures known as Heartless but is helped out by an old man named Cid and a warrior named Leon. He eventually meets up with Donald and Goofy and they join forces to go search for his friends and the King. (Source: TOKYOPOP)

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3/5

A crossover-flavoured adventure where three friends set out on a magical journey, and the video-game roots give it a bright, boyish sense of wonder.

Pros

Bright, adventurous energy
Easy-to-follow friendship at its heart

Cons

The game-based story can feel familiar
Some character arcs are thin

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Read the full take

Sora is a young, energetic boy looking forward to exploring the world with his friends, Riku and Kairi. The threesome is working hard on competing in a grand adventure, and the premise is a classic friendship-driven quest. The series draws on a famous game world, giving the journey a familiar and exciting shape.The strength is the energy. Sora's enthusiasm is infectious, and the trio's bond gives the adventure heart. The magic and action are clear and fun to follow.The weaknesses are clear. The game-based story can feel familiar to readers who know the source, and some character arcs remain thin. Newcomers may find the world less rich than they'd like.Recommended for fans of friendship-led fantasy adventures. Expect an upbeat, familiar quest.