Title

InuYasha

Also known as: 犬夜叉, Inu-Yasha, Inu Yasha, Inu-Yasha. Baśń z feudalnych czasów, 이누야샤

by Rumiko Takahashi

Score from AniList: 77/100finished56 volumes558 chapters

AdventureComedyDramaFantasy

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Kagome is a modern Japanese high school girl. Never the type to believe in myths and legends, her world view dramatically changes when, one day, she's pulled out of her own time and into another! There, in Japan's ancient past, Kagome discovers more than a few of those dusty old legends are true, and that her destiny is linked to one legendary creature in particular--the dog-like half-demon called Inuyasha! That same trick of fate also ties them both to the Shikon Jewel, or "Jewel of Four Souls." But demons beware...the smallest shard of the Shikon Jewel can give the user unimaginable power. (Source: VIZ Media)

Chapters available: 558
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 4/5

A classic feudal-fantasy romance and adventure about a modern schoolgirl pulled into the past, with warm humour and a memorable cast of demons and companions.

Pros

A beloved, iconic cast of characters
Warm humour balanced with real emotional beats
A lively quest for the shattered jewel

Cons

The long run can become repetitive
The early art and pacing feel dated

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Read the full take

InuYasha is a classic feudal-fantasy adventure with a premise that still works. A modern high-school girl is pulled through a well into ancient Japan, where she discovers that legends she never believed are real. She is tied to a half-demon and to a legendary jewel that has been shattered and scattered across the land. The quest to gather the pieces gives the series a steady engine, and the cast of demons, companions and villains is memorable and colourful. The humour is warm, and the emotional beats land well. The honest cons: the long run can become repetitive as the same threats and quests recur, and the early art and pacing feel dated next to modern shounen. Some arcs stretch out longer than they need to. Still, it is a beloved, heartfelt classic for fans of supernatural adventure. If you enjoy a quest with a found-family heart, this is essential.