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[48] Peter Fobian of Crunchyroll commented that Slam Dunk's Hanamichi Sakuragi and Musashi are similar protagonists being young, egotistical prodigies, but that "Musashi is a force of nature. " He went to call Inoue's take on Musashi unique when compared to the ones often depicted in fiction. [49] Comic Book Resources praised the way Musashi addresses Bushido, the Code of the Samurai, which makes him honorable. [50] The story arc where Musashi tries to take care of villagers as it retains the handling of Bushido but without relying on action and using other types of strength, was praised for retaining its pacing. [51][52] Japan Times regarded Musashi's growth from the ruthless warrior to a wise monk warrior to be well executed across the narrative. [53] While comparing the manga with the original novel, William Scott Wilson, the author of The Lone Samurai: The Life of Miyamoto Musashi, noted that the manga is darker and more mature; yet, although "extraordinarily well drawn", it is "no substitute for Yoshikawa Eiji's work". [54] Los Angeles Times regarded Vagabond as a "samurai masterpiece" for the contrast it makes with the novel by deepening the characterization of Musashi and alternate take on the rival Kojiro. Another aspect praised by Los Angeles Times was how the protagonist makes philosophy about strength and his goal as the arc of the Yoshioka where the main character kills 70 men ends with him retaining severe wound on his foot that weakens him and makes him question what is being invincible. [55] According to Hobby Consolas, Vagabond deserves the praise it gets both in narrative and artwork theme. [56] One Piece manga artist Eiichiro Oda claimed he enjoyed the manga for touching deep themes and how it helped Inoue grow as an artist. [57] Notes[edit] ^ It started in the magazine's 40th issue of 1998 (cover date September 17),[20][21] released on September 3 of that same year.