Vinland Saga Deluxe 1 Hardcover Overview

One of my most anticipated releases of the year if finally here!!! This is my overview of Vinland Saga Deluxe 1 from Kodansha Comics!
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[@lotsofmos]

the success of berserk's deluxe treatment spreading it's way to different publishers and series is so refreshing. i hope this becomes a trend in the manga world-- there are so many series i need in oversized format!!

[@Annotate_]

I'm seriously hoping they do them for Attack on Titan.

[@MYTHNL90]

@@Annotate_ The colossal editions were before oversized hardcovers were a thing in the manga industry, in 1-2 years they’ll do it. Kodansha will milk that cow for sure. They released it in basically every possible size so far and it’s their biggest title

[@Annotate_]

@@MYTHNL90 I've got the entire series in standard size, but I'll definitely invest in the hardcover collection when Kodansha does it.

[@wolfbrigade8042]

Viz should start making these Deluxe Editions as well. Vagabond in the form of a Deluxe Edition would be incredible. That way we'd also have what's often called the "big 3 of Seinen manga" complete in Deluxe format.

[@MYTHNL90]

@@wolfbrigade8042Viz actually did with the Nausicaa boxset! But most of their hardcovers are 1.5 or 2-in-1 editions like Jojo, FotNS and FMA. IMO those 3 don’t really need bigger art but Vagabond would be amazing as an oversized deluxe

[@tkim72003]

I wish vagabond got a deluxe hardcover edition the art alone deserves that treatment

[@danielvorster541]

It might seem crazy what i'm about to say...

[@johnboman738]

Lone Wolf and Cub. That’s all I need in this format.

[@davidvoja]

I totally agree

[@ChewieD2]

Fair warning. That barcode sticker on back does not come off without leaving a stain!! I half peeled mine off but the red underneath is different colour!

[@andrecrispim3209]

It’s just a sticker, why bother peeling off?

[@danielslawecki6911]

The paper in the first edition hasn't 'yellowed', it's just different, creamy, often used in manga (and easier for an eye). Also, the binding in first edition is sewn not just glued, far from perfect, but still.

[@chienandalou9609]

Thank you very much Omar. That’s a nice format for this great story!

[@jono3290]

A masterpiece, the story is a brilliant examination of conflict and our responses to it, highly recommended in any format!

[@MrLeo34]

I know they're kinda cheaply made but I like the original hardcovers enough to stick with those. I don't think I could justify rebuying the entire series just to have the bigger art.

[@turtleanton6539]

Fair😊

[@zatalbert61]

I'm doing the same, but actually because once I saw the finished product, I just don't like how it looks. For some reason his art style looks better on the rough off white pages of the original release than this smooth blinding white copier paper. Something like Berserk with a lot of shading and black in the backgrounds fits better, but idk I'm just not a fan here. Also, finding out that they're changing color every 2 books is such a weird choice.

[@Manuel_D_night]

22:49 not gutter loss but loss on the right edge

[@williamoutlaw28]

When are we getting your Top 10 Most Wanted Deluxe Manga? I thought you had mentioned it coming about a year ago.

[@NearMintCondition]

More like three years ago. Time to do it!

[@turtleanton6539]

​@@NearMintConditionGANTZ

[@MYTHNL90]

Still waiting for that manga tour in the new house too 😜 Omar is a busy man

[@Rockies007]

Ordered and should be arriving tomorrow. Very much looking forward to reading this.

[@James-ip7zk]

So they should be 9 volumes at least. I need a new kallax.

[@serbiansauvage]

I feel your pain, I might have to get a fourth one…

[@turtleanton6539]

Indeed😊

[@elvaquerovaquero5243]

Okay, you talked me into it! I'm in.

[@MYTHNL90]

Mine should be here Wednesday, man I can’t wait!

[@lukehymers417]

I just started watching Vinland saga last night this is perfect timing

[@megmegflans3268]

season 1 vs season 2 is like night and day in the most fascinating way possible. enjoy the show 😁

[@MrMiCruz]

same, i going pre order this book!

[@Jotaro_kun4k20]

But season 2>>>s1​@@megmegflans3268

[@fireboy312002]

Already order. Love this story and excited for this version

[@mannyc19]

I watched the 1st season of the anime as it aired and bought the bluray set. Then watched Season 2 last Spring and cannot wait to get it on Bluray with a Dub. I pre ordered the 1st 3 of these last week.

[@rap3208]

I already have the run in the hardback edition, much as I like to have the deluxe edition, I'm not gonna double dip.

[@alibaba0428]

I would buy a vagabond deluxe in a fucking heart beat

[@MeldinX2]

The ''yellowish'' tone is something that was there from the beginning i think. Atleast my volumes are the same.

[@cartidelux8573]

Thank you!

[@Dominik-jv5vm]

I will receive mine today! Can‘t wait to read! ❤

[@starscream1988boss]

Awesome video as always. Yes I will be double dipping.

[@wolfbrigade8042]

Absolutely gorgeous edition. I just hope Kodansha won't cheap out on the quality of later reprints like Dark Horse did with Berserk for example. With Berserk, the embossed stuff kinda got more shallow in later reprints and the later volumes in general unfortunately. Not a deal breaker by any means but it's noticable.

[@redscomicscorner3112]

I purchased this blind just a few minutes ago hopefully the story is good. Cool vid Omar.

[@BowmansWorld]

It is the best manga ever written. Trust me.

[@shaanwayne815]

It is great

[@trishb.6398]

Well here is another to add to my list. :)

[@Joenah5]

I’m glad I held off on buying the series until now

[@s84xl]

You need to watch the animated adaptation omar !!!

[@KillerTacos54]

Beautiful book

[@joshuahelmeke]

Omar says: “Absolute is the BEST way to own a copy volume.”

[@projektvyking7521]

I am rather new to Manga. Thus far, I have read Berserk, Fist of the North Star, and Girl from the Otherside; Trigun and Maison Ikkoku on order. Should I be seeking this out and are there any other recommendations from the Minties?

[@jono3290]

I am a limited Manga reader (budgets and space have to draw lines somewhere) but was introduced to this through a library copy of volume 1 of the previous hardback 2 in 1 versions and found myself catching up very quickly. I would say seek this out, it is an exceptional story. With this and Maison Ikkoku to go as you mention that's a lot of good reading in front of you!

[@MYTHNL90]

If you like Berserk I’m convinced you would love Vinland Saga as well, they’re my 2 favorite manga. I would also recommend Vagabond to complete the holy trinity of seinen manga (seinen means male mature audience) lol. Death Note, Parasyte, Solanin, Monster and Pluto are highly recommended as well Also all of those besides Vagabond and Solanin have great anime you can watch. Maybe you can try to watch it first to see if it’s for you

[@projektvyking7521]

After looking up Vagabond, it is a definite lock for me; I encourage everyone to read the Five Rings

[@Emma-R]

I noticed that more Deluxe Editions have very white paper whereas the tankobons had yellower pages. I actually prefer the yellow because it resembles more like old mystical books with stories or myths from an exotic, mysterious country. That’s how I approach manga. I’m crazy that way. But the bigger size sure is tempting as well.

[@BradLad56]

9:07 Actually the pronunciation is more closer to Asherladd.

[@drock6287]

Berserk, Hellsing, Blade of the Immortal are the only other series that have been collected recently in the deluxe style, correct?

[@jamestate5865]

Ghost in the Shell (as seen in this video) And upcoming they have Trigun and HP Lovecraft's at the mountain of madness both coming from Dark Horse.

[@MrMiCruz]

in future, Gantz is good option too for deluxe (i don´t like omnibus)@@jamestate5865

[@MYTHNL90]

Dark Horse - Berserk - Hellsing - Blade of the Immortal - Trigun and Trigun Maximum (not released yet) - H.P. Lovecraft’s at the Mountains of Madness (not yet released) Kodansha - Akira (absolutely beautiful boxset btw!) - Magical Knight Rayearth boxsets - A Silent Voice collector’s edition - Ghost in the Shell box or all in one edition - Battle Angel Alita 1-5/box Viz media - Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind boxset - Revolutionary Girl Utena boxset (slightly smaller + out of print) - Tekkonkinkreet Probably a few more I can’t think of right now

[@laslo9463]

I am afriad of tugging the spine and thus pelling of the glue in order to achieve that rounded spine. Would it do any harm doing so? (Update: I gently tried tugging the spine and now half of the karton on the back of the binding came loose from it, because it ripped half way through the book, I don't know if I should return it)

[@DarkSitari]

How many chapters are in the deluxe?

[@neet0burrit035]

I do love how clean and simple the manga deluxe editions have been, but there is a part of me that wishes they got more creative with the cover art. Maybe do a dust jacket or something

[@turtleanton6539]

Good idea😊

[@hilalayaz9332]

I would like to buy the all series but ı dont have enough many

[@madmarco9012]

How many of them are there going to be when the series is finished?

[@MYTHNL90]

Hard to tell, the series is not finished yet but it’s in its final arc so it should finish within a couple of years. Currently there are 13 2-in-1 released but I’m guessing there will be 10-11 deluxe editions

[@justinrehberg296]

I saw on PRH that the color of the books will not all be the same. If it's the case that will be a bummer. Omar do you know if all the books will be the same or will they be mixed?

[@arturoleecomics]

Retailer here, Volumes 1 and 2 are the same reddish color, however Volumes 3 and 4 (and apparently Volume 5) are black-colored.

[@ChewieD2]

@@arturoleecomicsthat’s wild, if you’re gunna change colours then each one should be contrasting not two reds, three black and then who knows!

[@sharebear421]

@@ChewieD2it’s because the first 6 volumes (first two deluxe editions) make up the prologue. From then on is a vastly different story

[@justinrehberg296]

​@@arturoleecomicsi was afraid of that, man that sucks.

[@arturoleecomics]

​@@sharebear421yeah, it seems that's their reasoning behind changing colors.

[@mohammedhanif6780]

I. returning my copy as the binding is ultra tight and the paper is too white. A great shame.

[@Faalhang]

Right when I just used my money for something else

[@woundedidiot429]

I orefer the 2in ones cause its easy to use. I think itll be kinda hard to use these ones, havent tried tho

[@fishin4bass2002]

Why are you reading it backwards? Is it a manufacturers defect?🤔

[@wolfbrigade8042]

Manga are read right-to-left unlike your average western comic/novel.

[@caesarchaves07]

I hope they make Akame Ga kill Deluxe edition or Blood C or Tokyo Ghoul Or Gan z Or other Gore anime❤

[@pierre-olivierl5897]

Personally i wont do the switch for these deluxe! The 2 in 1 Hardcovers full of colors is already a really nice edition, just fine for me.

[@BowmansWorld]

Vinland saga is the best manga and anime hands down.

[@JosephMichael23]

Lol, Berserk says no (in terms of manga, at least).

[@kamikaze5528]

Why do they change the sound effects? It ruins the original art, makes them look off.

[@ignatiusklepto5136]

Is this a norm for Manga to be read Right to Left? This is so weird for me to watch

[@mohammedhanif6780]

yes

[@MYTHNL90]

It’s made in JAPAN! They read right to left. And you can’t always just flip/mirror the art to make it left to right

[@SebHighDef]

yes, its been a standard for manga released in the west since at least the 90s