Title

Lady Snowblood

Also known as: Shura Yukihime, 修羅雪姫, Yuki, Princess Snowblood, Shurayuki-hime, Yuki: Vingança na Neve

by Kazuo Koike, Kazuo Kamimura

Score from AniList: 71/100finished3 volumes51 chapters

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A story of pure vengeance, Lady Snowblood tells the tale of a daughter born of a singular purpose, to avenge the death of her family at the hands of a gang of thugs, a purpose woven into her soul from the time of her gestation. (Source: Dark Horse)

Chapters available: 51
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A classic revenge saga about a woman raised for a single purpose, with stylish, brutal set pieces that still hold up.

Pros

Iconic, stylised storytelling
Strong, unforgettable lead

Cons

Violence is intense and frequent
Dated pacing and some ecchi moments

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Read the full take

Lady Snowblood is born with a single purpose: to avenge the death of her family at the hands of a gang of thugs. That purpose is woven into her soul from the start. The premise is a classic revenge story, told with a hard, stylised edge that has inspired many later works.The strength is the style. The art is bold, the set pieces are striking, and the lead's cold determination is memorable. The story moves with a clear sense of purpose, and its influence on later revenge stories is easy to see.The weaknesses are its age and its content. The violence is intense, and the pacing feels dated by modern standards. A few ecchi moments sit awkwardly with the rest of the tone.Recommended for fans of revenge classics who can handle brutal material. Expect a grim, stylish read that pays off its premise.