Pokémon Schwarz und Weiss, Bd. 5

The illustrations really bring the Pokémon world to life. I'm curious how the artist balances action and emotion across panels.

The friendships and rivalries felt genuine and earned, but I wonder if that was planned from the beginning or developed organically.

The battles feel more intense and realistic than in some adaptations. I wonder if the author aimed to teach kids about strategy or just wanted exciting fights.