#Oniokoshi-hen

[rougeprunea]

ひぐらしのなく頃に令  鬼熾し編

Higurashi: When They Cry Rei: Demon-Kindling Chapter

[theviolenttomboy]

I just found out the Higurashi got another sequel/continuation via manga, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei, and I'm finding them a whole lot more enjoyable than Gou/Sotsu. So far there are two completed question arcs and currently on-going answer one.

It's modern day, and Hinamizawa was at risk of becoming a ghost town due to the rapidly shrinking population, but a few years ago, what appears to be a cult, Polaris, was permitted to move in so that government support could continue. Because the newcomers keep entirely to themselves, not even responding to casual greetings, the Hinamizawa locals are wary and don't trust them.

Enter our protagonist, Maebara Keitaro, Keiichi's son, who, while often visited the village during vacation, has now permanently moved in. His personal goal in life is to make friends with literally everyone he meets because his dad stressed to him the importance of communication. He decides that this extends to the members of Polaris, and hopes that everyone can get along in the future as well. Unfortunately, his old friends (the old cast's kids) don't approve, especially since Oyashiro's curse is seemingly back...

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So yeah, there's a new mystery that ends with the traditional blood bath, but like before, you gotta see the whole picture to see what does and doesn't make sense. Proper communication once again is key here, along with other messages, like you really can't stick to the old ways when it's actively causing harm, while also stressing that there's a limit to how much you can push someone out of their comfort zone.

Another thing I really like that I don't think is too much of a spoiler is that when the old gang does finally properly get together again to discuss what's going on, it's clear how much they still trust each other, and that Keiichi (a politician's secretary) and Mion (clan head) fully utilize their adult positions to help out.

I don't think it's officially out in English yet so mangadex links :

Oniokoshi-hen Hoshiwatashi-hen Irotoutoshi-hen

[roseofcards90]

This was announced like a few days ago but WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THE NEW MANGA WITH KEIICHI’S SON AND SOME OTHER GUY??

[certainwill]

Finally got around to reading oniokoshi-hen and i’m actually enjoying it a lot..........

and i might. have to pick up kururu as a muse at some point. listen-

[pinkie-satan]

Just read Oniokoshi-hen and despite all the ship drama, it seems to be quite interesting,,, and I live for Natsumi Kei's art!