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After a week-long hiatus, Ken Wakui Astro Royale returns with Chapter 4, “The Ikebukuro Two”, This chapter begins directly after the events of the previous chapter. Chapter 3 pits Hibaru against his most beloved brother, Terasu, as they disagree on how to handle the inevitable war launched by their adoptive brother Shio. While Hibaru still believes they can win this war with pure conviction and reason, Terasu does not. In fact, Terasu fears things could become extremely violent and, as such, chooses to open the Yotsugiri arsenal. This triggers Hibaru, leading the two brothers to face off in a confrontation.

The twists and turns in Astro Royale Chapter 3 didn't stop thereHowever, the confrontation itself opened the door for Terasu to reveal that he possesses his own Astro ability. Terasu's ability, Shield Astro, allows him to manifest a shield strong enough to stop Hibaru's bullet punch. Once the confrontation ends, the two brothers accept their opposing views. Terasu decides to follow Hibaru's plan to try and reason with his adoptive brothers and prevent the conflict from escalating, thus ending the third chapter.

Where do Hibaru and Terasu go in Chapter 4 of Astro Royale?

Hibaru and Terasu are heading to Ikebukuro to meet one of their brothers.

If we can get Kuran on our side, then Kou will definitely follow us.

– Terasu, Astro Royale, Chapter 4

Astro Royale Chapter 4 begins immediately after the end of Chapter 3. With Hibaru and Terasu arriving in Ikebukuro, the area their brother Kuran is responsible for. This is part of Hibaru's mission to speak with his brothers one by one and hopefully get them to unite and remain together as one. Upon arriving, the brothers witness a thief stealing a woman's purse and, moments later, are knocked unconscious by a man wearing a jacket with an insignia. Without wasting time, Wakui expands the world and introduces a new faction.

The Sanmenroppi, or three faces and six arms, is a security squad formed by delinquents that Kuran gathered and tasked with keeping the city of Ikebukuro safe. Delinquents being used as protectors of the peace is not an unusual trope for this type of genre, so it's not at all surprising that Wakui brings it into the mix. Astro Royale The world as well. With this discovery, Wakui also begins to prepare the ground and prepare the ground for more revelations. Terasu and Hibaru are pleasantly shocked to learn of this change.

What does the Astro Royale What makes this reading so enjoyable is that the story's revelations are experienced simultaneously by the reader and Hibaru for the first time. While the two-week knockout might have seemed like a cliché at first, it's actually proving to be a very strategic narrative decision by Wakui to level the playing field between the reader and Hibaru. Astro Royaleprotagonist. This keeps each chapter engaging and captivating, allowing each plot twist to be effective.

Who are the two Yotsugiri brothers introduced in Chapter 4 of Astro Royale?

Kuran Yotsugiri, the tenth adopted son;

The world has always treated me like trash. I was holding this lighter when I made my wish…

Sincerely, Astro Royale, Chapter 4

While Astro Royale Chapter 4 is a bit quiet, the new entry includes the introduction of two new brothers into the Yotsugiri family: Kuran and KouChapter 3 establishes a promise of who Kuran is, as the final panels of the chapter show him sitting in a chair in the middle of a furious club. “The Ikebukuro Two” builds upon this, and yet Wakui brilliantly finds a way to subvert expectations. Everything about Kuran points to strength, confidence, and leadership. This is far from the truth, however.

What Hibaru and Terasu discover may seriously affect how the narrative progresses. Hibaru's plan to go to Ikebukuro first was due to his assumption and hope that his brother Kuran would be the easiest to convince to join for a reason. Things don't go as planned, however, when, much to Hibaru's disappointment, Kuran says he can't stay by Hibaru's side. Shocked by this, Hibaru questions Kuran only to discover that his tenth adopted brother is no longer in charge of Ikebukuro and the Sanmenroppi.

Continuing the long string of changes to the status quo, when the meteor struck, it granted one of its most despicable brothers, and the one with the weakest backbone, a very powerful Astro. Kou has an ability called Astro Asura that grants him six hands.This power was granted to him through a wish he made while holding a lighter that bore what appeared to be a spiritual symbol with six hands surrounding a lotus flower. However, his erratic behavior doesn't entirely convey the energy of a dangerous enemy.

Is Astro Royale in danger of becoming repetitive?

Hibaru's journey up the ladder may end up being repetitive.

Perfect. Because you're the first person I've ever wanted to kill. You little brat with the coat tail.

Sincerely, Astro Royale, Chapter 4

Ken Wakui Astro Royale It has all the right elements to make it an excellent and popular manga, but there's one aspect that could lead to its failure. That aspect, unfortunately, lies within its narrative formula. From the very beginning, Astro Royale It presents itself as a story about a difficult climb to unite a family after the patriarch's passing. Hibaru's journey to convince each of his siblings to join him without an all-out war seems like a great premise, but it could also make it very repetitive. Wakui has managed to keep things interesting, and although some elements are repeated, there are enough new elements to tip the scales in the manga's favor.

Ultimately, all shonen manga have recurring elements, from fights and villains returning from the dead to the power of love and family being the solution to apocalyptic problems. Considering all this, these stories have become iconic and beloved by readers who have become devoted fans. For now. Astro Royale You might find Hibaru slowly confronting each of his brothers, but as long as Wakui's character development and narrative strategies remain as strong as they have been so far, then fans will have no real reason to worry. Chapter 4 of Astro Royale builds on the best chapter of the manga and continues to move the story forward while exploring the fascinating world created by Ken Wakui.

Astro Royale Chapter 5 will be released on Monday, May 18, 2024.