My local library didn't have book one so I'm really glad I've already watched this anime or I probably would have been a tad lost here!
In this volume the princes get a taste of what it is like to live outside of the palace, we meet the King, and Prince Leonhard must either pass his test with sixty points or become ineligible to even compete against his brothers for the crown!
This is one of my favorite series and one of my favorite volumes because like Assassination Classroom Akai addresses an important topic; not everyone learns the same way. And no I don't mean the whole visual vs auditory learn thing. I mean that a problem placed in certain contexts becomes easier for a learner to understand. In this case, Leonhard can barely do math at all but once Heine uses food (specifically torte) to have him solve math problems he catches on rapidly. That seems incredibly silly but it really is an important aspect of learning that too many children are not introduced to until later in life.
I really enjoy the relationships between the Princes as well, in this volume we get to see more of their interpersonal dynamics on a one-on-one scale as well as in the group. They are so dedicated to each other and as a parent that is absolutely heartwarming to see. If one of them has a problem they all pitch in to help even if they aren't always helpful they appreciate each other for at least trying. And we also get to see what about their individual personalities rubs the other brothers the wrong way and that is again nice to see as well. No matter how dedicated the siblings are they are not always going to get along and that should be represented in a realistic manner. Akai does an excellent job of showing that in Chapter 11; the fact that Bruno and Licht get into a huge fight over something small is so incredibly realistic if you have children or siblings.
The Character design in this one is amazing as well, while each brother has their own unique look when you are introduced to the King you can really see a resemblance that isn't just the artist making an "older" appearing version of the brothers. They look like a real family that shares genes!
Overall, a fantastic series and I'd recommend it for fans of Assassination Classroom who are looking for something that is a little bit more lighthearted, and let's be honest doesn't make you cry for a month in the end. Fans of Ouran High School as well it's got that coming-of-age vibe minus the romance of course.
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