Oshi No Ko 6 maintains the series as the most realistic manga portrayal of the ins and outs of the industry, with a murder mystery sprinkled in.
With Oshi No Ko 6, readers see the heavy toll that Ai’s death and Aqua’s subsequent guilt takes on him. While he was only a child, it does not matter, given his reincarnated status. However, the volume is not all doom and gloom but shows the growth of some as they prepare for the 2.5D play. Oshi No Ko 6 maintains the series as the most realistic manga portrayal of the ins and outs of the industry, with a murder mystery sprinkled in.
Penned by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari, Oshi No Ko 6 starts with Aqua’s trauma surging to the fore. The Yen Press manga, in just a few panels, shows the horror and anger Aqua continues feeling as he recalls the moment Ai died. With everything happening around Aqua and his need to improve his acting enough, there’s room to delve into what holds his talent back. In fact, this volume’s primary focus is pulling out what’s necessary to deliver a memorable performance for the Tokyo Blade play.
Oshi No Ko 6 Brings Clever Akane Back
In case readers forgot, Akane is a genius on the stage. That’s precisely why Aqua keeps her close. Her ability to break down a person’s life and motivations is how she surmised that Ai had a child. Although, she used it to fill in the blank of why Ai’s behavior changed and she did not realize it was twins. But thanks to her helping Aqua after his PTSD and hearing him say Ai’s name while asleep, she put the rest of the pieces together.
On the one hand, her skill is admirable. But on the other, it’s worrisome. After all, Aqua needs her to find Ai’s killer, their father. This is someone dangerous. So, the risk is substantial, especially if she figures it out in front of their father and her face gives her away. Oshi No Ko 6 shows a stronger Akane, but also someone readers will worry about going forward.
Growth and Competition
Oshi No Ko 6 gives the ins and outs of working on plays while making time to show the people rehearsing. Akane and Kana’s competitive natures take center stage, as Aqua’s put between them. While Akane’s his work girlfriend, Kana brings out his more animated side. The series continues demonstrating its talent for relaying information that naturally fits the situation.
In Oshi No Ko 6, the stand out is when Akane and Kana take hilarious verbal swipes at each other. After learning that Akane entered into acting because Kana was her inspiration, then readers learn what changed. She met the pre-humbled kid Kana. So, Akane had the “never meet your idol” experience with Kana. Still, the series highlights their mutual respect and how each inspires the other.
Oshi No Ko 6 is a setup between Akane and Kana to see who reigns supreme in this play. The worthwhile message of not dimming yourself and compelling others around you to shine or at least keep up resounds on the pages. Akane’s determination to force Kana to unleash her talent rather than play down spotlights how their experiences in the industry shaped them. The last panel in Oshi No Ko 6, with Akane’s star eyes overwhelming Kana, captures the powerhouse that is Akane and ramps up overwhelming excitement for what’s to come.
