My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 sets up Isuzu’s real name like Beatrix Kiddo’s in Kill Bill.
My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 enlightens readers about Isuzu’s past. But more questions remain. Funny moments are in short supply this volume as action and fights take center stage. Amidst the battles is jealousy because too many supernatural beings want Isuzu while others cannot fathom their attachment. The mystery is interesting. However, My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 feels a bit hollow compared to previous volumes.
Created by Chisaki Kanai, translated by Giuseppe di Martino, and lettered by Anthony Quintessenza, it picks up where the previous one left off, with the vampires arriving to fight. The Yen Press manga maintains its suggestive covers with Isuzu caught between Baroque and Tsukuyomi, but it drags too much. The focus seems to be more on Isuzu’s unknown past. As such, not enough memorable moments occur in the volume, making it feel disjointed.
My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 Adds More Vampires
Once Tsukuyomi steals Isuzu away, the series focuses on her and the other vampires in her group. Still, the story makes readers curious about Tsukuyomi’s companions. For animal fans, Woelfra will bring smiles. He looks so adorable with his furry ears. But one in particular stands out even more. Heliolite does not like Isuzu. It could be jealousy that makes them angry. So, My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 builds up curiosity about Heliolite and Tsukuyomi’s relationship. After all, they go as far as to torture Isuzu to figure out what makes him unique.
Harem With Whoever
Rather than traditional harem manga, where it’s one man surrounded by multiple women, My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 lets anyone join the harem. So, guys like Lapis join the crew. This is the better harem between the two because it allows for more diverse storytelling and relationships. But the series is pretty tame despite the saucy cover to reel readers in. Plus, the series shines more when it’s Isuzu, Baroque, and Lapis. Tsukuyomi and her companions are not as interesting yet, except when engaging with this trio.
What’s In a Name? A Lot
One fascinating aspect is learning about Tsukuyomi’s possible ability. How when she knows someone’s name, she can control them. My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 sets up Isuzu’s real name like Beatrix Kiddo’s in Kill Bill. His real name is scratched out every time Tsukuyomi uses it in the manga. That unique addition increases the tension as it’s intentional for the reader rather than the characters.
The mystery surrounding Isuzu’s past remains murky. All the volume makes clear is that he and Tsukuyomi cared for each other. However, he was more of an adorable pet to her than a partner. But a sorcerer went to great lengths to erase his and Tsukuyomi’s memories. If not for the way his blood tastes, she would not recognize him either. The volume sets up more mystery on top, but it feels a bit lackluster without Baroque and Lapis scattered across the pages.
My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 drags a bit because two-thirds of the main characters take a back seat in this volume. There are humorous moments like dark looks and stomach rumbles, but it needed better balance. Tsukuyomi is more annoying rather than cute and funny. As such, My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress 4 struggles to immerse readers in the volume; however, it does set up an exciting confrontation for the next.
