: It frequently features established archetypes—such as the "step-family" dynamic or "childhood friend"—but emphasizes the internal psychological perspectives of the characters through long-form dialogue scenes, a rarity for the genre.
A semi-fictionalized account of the life of swordsman Miyamoto Musashi, praised for its philosophical depth and stunning brushwork. Fullmetal Alchemist (Hiromu Arakawa):
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