Shuumatsu no Valkyrie: Record of Ragnarok, tomo 1

This serves as a great introduction to the series, world, and stakes as a whole, thus why people might be just a little disappointed when picking this up and expecting the whole fight to conclude within this volume. I believe the author decided to do this at the beginning in order for the rest of the fights to not be dragged with needless explanations of the major plot.

Hey, I personally loved this approach, even though my expectations weren't met.

The fight itself is awesome, as they explain the background of the fighters while building each individual, thus setting the stakes of it. At first, you don't see much of a personality when they start to fight... but when you realize just what they were doing, then adding their background, suddenly you see the actual fight start, with a revelation that will remind «Naruto» fans of a very iconic fight. And yes, it's an “OHHH SHIIIIT” moment.

Overall, I loved the character designs (Thor's is just...wow), the art, and the role of the valkyries. Brunhilde, in my opinion, and if her character is handled correctly, could be one of the best female protagonists I've seen. She has great potential, and her relationship with Göll is just cute/funny/heartwarming.

Honestly, can't wait to pick up the second volume.