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クリスタルジュエルチビz Kurisutarujueru ChibiZ | |
Genre | Action, Adventure, Romance, Comedy, Gag |
Written by | Tokiiro Asuka |
Illustrated by | Ayana Watasho |
Publisher | BangBang Power |
English Publisher | NAMangaMedia SGBangBang Power Asia Ching Yi |
Demographic | Shonen |
Magazine | Crystal Jewels the Manga |
Original run | May 1994 - present |
Volumes | 51 (List of volumes) |
Crystal Jewels MiniZ (クリスタルジュエルチビz Kurisutarujueru ChibiZ) is the Japanese kodomo manga series written by Tokiiro Asuka, and Illustrated by Ayana Watasho. Currently, there are 766 chapters[www.crystaljewelsminiz.org] (15 chapters in each 51 volumes), and all the characters are based on their series, which focuses on their worlds. The crossover phenomenon grabs all the reader's attention stating, "Characters from their world makes a difference in this manga! (世界のキャラクターがこのマンガに違いを生む!Sekai no kyarakutā ga kono manga ni chigai o umu![Crystal Jewels MiniZ. June 2000])" However, it is the 88th longest-running manga in Japan[“88th longest-running manga in Japan!”, AnimenewsNetwork, March 2018]. The first chapter was a “Pilot chapter”, which was first released in December 1993[Crystal Jewels’s “Guardian of the Faith” (1993). Retrieved May 2004] before they created the series in 1994. The manga was published in BangBang Power[BangBang Power focuses on Crystal Jewels MiniZ. Retrived on March 2005] since their first volume in May 19, 1994 in Japan, which is the 80th longest running manga in Japan worldwide. In November 1998, Ching Yi starts publishing Crystal Jewels MiniZ in English[Ching Yi translations [[www.chingyi.com]]]. Creator of the Crystal Jewels series, Maruko Jinko, stated that Crystal Jewels MiniZ is one of his favorite Crystal Jewels manga in the franchise.[Maruko Jinko review. https/www.animenewsnetwork.com/maruko-jinko retrieved March 2004] Renammed "The Manga of Crystal Jewels" in the hardcover version, Mangamedia releases Volumes 1-5 in their hardcover version in 2002-03. In the magazine version (Crystal Jewels the Manga)[Crystal Jewels the Manga. Retrieved November 2000 in AnimeNews network], it selects each of the five chapters in each volumes. The manga was renamed New Crystal Jewels MiniZsince volume 41. The creator of the Crystal Jewels series, Maruko Jinko, explains that the manga series have slapstick violence, fouth-wall breaking, crude humor, and various of crossovers.
Crystal Jewels MiniZ now have released over Japan and United States, united Kingdom, Ireland,[Over the world Crystal Jewels MiniZ] and other countries. Tokiiro Asuka and Ayana Watasho have worked together, and agreed to make a Crystal Jewels MiniZ community. Asuka once stated, “I will have my life to work for this awesome series, Crystal Jewels MiniZ!”[“I will have my life to work for this awesome series, Crystal Jewels MiniZ!” Asuka, Tokiiro] Watasho then was able to agree about Asuka after the cancellation of Leader of Skills[Leader of Skills. erotica June 2000] in June 1993, then they decided to create the Crystal Jewels long-running manga series. The manga series was today one of the best-selling manga in the US. It then inspires people and young and old readers to read it again, and it became a popular Crystal Jewels manga series in the Crystal Jewels franchise. Maruko Jinko once stated, “i couldn’t just help it! I can’t give up Crystal Jewels MiniZ! We have to make an impact!”["Media Factory Poll: Which Novel/Manga Do You Want Animated (Updated)". Anime News Network. February 24, 2012. Retrieved February 25, 2012.] Maruko Jinko was then challenged in the interview about the manga. Crystal Jewels MiniZ, known as Kurisutarujueru ChibiZ, was the longest running series.
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Plot
Crystal Jewels MiniZ
A 14-year old named Daigo mMiyo is the high school freshman in Japan. Later, unexpectedly, he touches the Crystal Ball and got teleported in the Crystal World. In the Crystal World, he found out that his high school friends, Chiaki Chikae, and Taichi Sumatoto has been teleported in the Crystal World, too. After befriending Ninecoat, Plantmore, and Mouselette, Daigo, Chiaki, and Taichi explores the Crystal World. Daigo did not decided to get all the 8 medals, however, he becomes a Crystal Brawler. With no other high school students around, the students participates in Crystal Brawling battle. When the world is in danger, it is up to the students to save it. The saga ran from Volume 1 through Volume 8. The original series of Crystal Jewels MiniZ started on May 19, 1994 and ended on April 9, 1998.
Crystal Jewels MiniZ: Farko Quest
A sequel to the Original series, Daigo, Chiaki, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Farko region. Daigo and the crew have met Shari’s daughter, Samantha Shari. Daigo and the crew have met Kouchu, Marcy, and Sakuro, and Ryan. Amanda was introduced. Necessary for Daigo to meet Cytree, he wanted to catch it, but he failed. Daigo and the crew have explored the Farko region, until there is an evil Crystal Monster, here to cause chaos in Farko, led by hunter Grai. Daigo and the crew must save earth with kouchu and his friends. Once Kouchu made an agreement, he turned into a stone and wasn’t morged. The saga started in August 19, 1998 and ended in March 20, 2002. Ran from Volume 9-16
Crystal Jewels MiniZ: Advanced
A sequel to the Original series, Daigo, Chiaki, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Orbon region. They have met a new student at their high school, Eliza Raichiku, with pink and purple hair, and she manages to join Daigo to keep Orbon safe. They met lucas and Emma, and they were shocked that Eliza was Emma’s cousin. Lucas tries to impress Emma. The Big Orbon Tournament began, from No.1 Tyson to No.99 Hykle, the champion was revealed to be mike, which he stole a Fossolant, a Laxmore, and a Tencoat, all powerful for the tournament. The world is in danger again when Devil J summons the powerful, evil version of Iccrus. The world is saved again. Daigo and the crew travels to Orbon. The saga began in July 10, 2002 and ended in Februrary 20, 2006. Ran from 17-24
Crystal Jewels MiniZ:Next Quest
A sequel to the Advanced series, Daigo, Chiaki, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Oregon region. They have met Waiva Ru, their new classmate at high school and known to be Noah’s cousin. In Oregon, they explore the parts of the oregon region. They have participated in the tag-team tournament, which Daigo ran second place. However, Daigo have sawed Parcc after his match at the tournament. Daigo and the crew knew that Parcc and his dimensionals are wrecking chaos in Oregon region. The saga began on May 19, 2006 and ended in April 19, 2010. Ran from 25 and 32.
Crystal Jewels MiniZ:Advanced Kingdom
A sequel to the Next Quest series, Daigo, Chiaki, Waiva, Eliza and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Jarbon region. After Kouchu’s revival by Iccrus, he manages to find Daigo because he knows that Parcc will return to earth. Daigo, Chiaki, Taichi, Eliza, and Waiva went with kouchu to the Portal of Protection (P.O.P), and they got vests so they can trigger Parcc’s distractions. Finally, Parcc calmed down and the world is in peace. Since this saga is short, Daigo and the crew travels back to Jarbon. The saga began on June 18, 2010 and ended on September 9, 2010. Ran from 33 and 34.
Crystal Jewels MiniZ: Dandfordon Dreams
A sequel to Advanced Kingdom series, Daigo, Chiaki, Waiva, Eliza, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Dandfordon region. The Crystal Brawlers now met Daniel and his Crystal Monsters. Hydorath and Gilga is the new member of the Mega-Five after understanding Hunter Grai of the mysterious creature. Daigo and the crew have once met the mysterious creature. They have been caught in the trap by Mega Five and release the creature to destroy the world. Daigo and the crew have to stop the mysterious creature. Later, they found out that the mysterious creature was Tynamous.Daigo and the crew travels to Dandfordon. The saga began on December 18, 2010 and ended on March 9, 2014. In Crystal Jewels MiniZ Dandfordon Dreams, Daigo and crew travels to Dandfordon. It was almost the end of the Crystal world, and it is up to Daigo and crew to stop it. Ran from 35-40.
New Crystal Jewels MiniZ
A sequel to Dandfordon Dreams series, Daigo, Chiaki, Waiva, Eliza, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Daro region. They are now all 17-year old Crystal Brawlers. Daigo and his friends then explores the Daro region. Daigo and the crew went to the Masican Plaza, a linkable place to link with others. Daigo was unable to call Shari, Kouchu, nor Dustin. But what he was able to do is that they can help Legenda discover all legendary Crystal Monsters. However, the legendary Crystal Monsters came to take over Daro. In New Crystal Jewels MiniZ, after two years, Daigo and crew graduates from high school and travelled to Daro region.The crew encounters Hunter Grai and his soulfather, Devil Jin, took over Daro.Daigo and the crew travels to Daro. The saga began on July 12, 2014 and ends on April 4, 2017. Ran from 41-48.
New Crystal Jewels MiniZ GT
A sequel to the New series, Daigo, Chiaki, Waiva, Eliza, and Taichi got teleported again in the Crystal World, in the Natalie region. They encounter Evan and Adriana, which was Crystal Brawlers, too. They have met Tetsu, Alica, and was able to help Aroku, Asuna, and Ruby, topaz, and Emerald, with their research. They have sailed to Orb Islands. In New Crystal Jewels MiniZ GT, Daigo and the crew traveled to Natalie. Ran since volume 49. It started in August 2017.
Characters
Protagonists
- Daigo Miyo (
飲因 鵜斡 Miyo Daigo)- A highschool freshman and a Crystal Brawler whose willing to be the strongest in the world. Named Max Damian in the hardcover version. Daigo is balanced, orderly, and organized. Daigo like his ducks in a row. Daigo is powerful and competent, especially in the workplace. People can see Daigo as stubborn and headstrong. Daigo definitely have a dominant personality. Daigo is usually the best at everything ... Daigo strive for perfection. Daigo is confident, authoritative, and aggressive. Daigo have the classic "Type A" personality.
Daigo tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get Daigo excited... which can be a good or bad thing. Daigo have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. Daigo don't stick with any one thing for very long. Daigo have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. his biggest problem is making sure Daigo finish the projects Daigo start. Daigo is deeply philosophical and thoughtful. Daigo tend to analyze every aspect of his life. Daigo is intuitive, brilliant, and quite introverted. Daigo value his time alone. Often times, Daigo is grumpy with other people. Daigo don't appreciate them trying to interfere in his affairs. Daigo is well rounded, with a complete perspective on life. Daigo is solid and dependable. Daigo is loyal, and people can count on Daigo. At times, Daigo can be a bit too serious. Daigo tend to put too much pressure on himself.
- Chikae Chiaki (
過旭 過帰 Chiaki Chikae)- A highschool freshman and a Crystal Monster whose hoping to get over 999,999,999,999 yen for the princess champion reward. Named Cathrine Casey in the hardcover version. Chikae is very open. Chikae communicate well, and Chikae connect with other people easily.
Chikae is a naturally creative person. Ideas just flow from Chikaer mind. A true chameleon, Chikae is many things at different points in Chikaer life. Chikae is very adaptable. Chikae is truly an original person. Chikae have amazing ideas, and the power to carry them out. Success comes rather easily for Chikae... especially in business and academia. Some people find Chikae to be selfish and a bit overbearing. Chikae're a strong person. Chikae tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get Chikae excited... which can be a good or bad thing. Chikae have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. Chikae don't stick with any one thing for very long. Chikae have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Chikaer biggest problem is making sure Chikae finish the projects Chikae start. Chikae is a seeker of knowledge, and Chikae have learned many things in Chikaer life. Chikae is also a keeper of knowledge - meaning Chikae don't spill secrets or spread gossip. People sometimes think Chikae're snobby or aloof, but Chikae're just too deep in thought to pay attention to them. Chikae is usually the best at everything ... Chikae strive for perfection. Chikae is confident, authoritative, and aggressive. Chikae have the classic "Type A" personality. Chikae is friendly, charming, and warm. Chikae get along with almost everyone. Chikae work hard not to rock the boat. Chikaer easy going attitude brings people together. At times, Chikae can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, Chikae pull it together.
- Taichi Sumatoto (
澂依依夷即 Sumatoto Taichi)- Also a highschool freshman and originally Daigo's rival, he travels as a companion of Daigo and Chiaki. He was hoping to be sucessful on the battle trazzle. Named Tim Stevenson in the hardcover version. Taichi is a seeker. Taichi often find himself restless - and Taichi have a lot of questions about life.
Taichi tend to travel often, to fairly random locations. Taichi're most comfortable when Taichi're far away from home. Taichi is quite passionate and easily tempted. his impulses sometimes get Taichi into trouble. Taichi is usually the best at everything ... Taichi strive for perfection. Taichi is confident, authoritative, and aggressive. Taichi have the classic "Type A" personality. Taichi tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get Taichi excited... which can be a good or bad thing. Taichi have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. Taichi don't stick with any one thing for very long. Taichi have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. his biggest problem is making sure Taichi finish the projects Taichi start. Taichi is very open. Taichi communicate well, and Taichi connect with other people easily. Taichi is a naturally creative person. Ideas just flow from his mind. A true chameleon, Taichi is many things at different points in his life. Taichi is very adaptable. Taichi is truly an original person. Taichi have amazing ideas, and the power to carry them out. Success comes rather easily for Taichi... especially in business and academia. Some people find Taichi to be selfish and a bit overbearing. Taichi're a strong person.
- Eliza Raichiku (
壘築襟坂 Raichiku Eriza)- An Crystal Brawler. Eliza is friendly, charming, and warm. Eliza get along with almost everyone. Eliza work hard not to rock their boat. her easy going attitude brings people together. At times, Eliza can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, Eliza pull it together. Eliza is relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with their flow.
Eliza is light hearted and accepting. Eliza don't get worked up easily. Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what her secret to life is. Eliza tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get Eliza excited... which can be a good or bad thing. Eliza have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades ratElizar quickly. Eliza don't stick with any one thing for very long. Eliza have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. her biggest problem is making sure Eliza finish the projects Eliza start. Eliza is incredibly wise and perceptive. Eliza have a lot of life experience. Eliza is a natural peacemaker, and Eliza is especially good at helping others get along. But keeping the peace in her own life is not easy. Eliza see things very differently, and it's hard to get Eliza to budge. Eliza is usually the best at everything ... Eliza strive for perfection. Eliza is confident, authoritative, and aggressive. Eliza have the classic "Type A" personality.
- Waiva Chu (
酎歪英 Chu Waira)- A Crystal Brawler. Waiva is very charming... dangerously so. Waiva have the potential to break a lot of hearts. Waiva know how what he want, how to get it, and that Waiva will get it. Waiva have the power to rule the world. Let's hope Waiva's a benevolent dictator! Waiva is usually the best at everything ... Waiva strive for perfection. Waiva is confident, authoritative, and aggressive. Waiva have the classic "Type A" personality. Waiva tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get Waiva excited... which can be a good or bad thing. Waiva have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. Waiva don't stick with any one thing for very long.
Waiva have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Waivar biggest problem is making sure Waiva finish the projects Waiva start. Waiva is very hyper. Waiva never slow down, even when it's killing Waiva. Waiva're the type of person who can be a workaholic during the day... and still have the energy to party all night. Waivar energy is definitely a magnet for those around Waiva. People is addicted to Waivar vibe.
Other characters
The other characters come from other Crystal Jewels Manga, the Crystal Jewels anime series, and the Crystal Jewels video game and card game series, making it a crossover manga of different kinds. Various of characters somehow came from other anime , manga, and video games, even real people appears in this manga. Such as there are 4 Professor Shari(s);one from the video game, one from the anime, one from the Crystal Jewels Go! series, and one in Crystal Jewels MiniZ. However, the characters are not the same characters from their counterparts, thus, they have different personalities from their counterparts in the manga. The characters differs from their original appearance, making it an crossover manga. Not all the characters are listed here, but there are the several characters here, although we couldn't put the Japabese name and full description:
- Emma (
丑棚 Hirodana)- Cousin of Eliza. Another version of Emma is one of Kouchu Misako's companions and Daigo's rival. She is based on her game counterpart, and her other version is based on her anime counterpart. - Kouchu (
佼厨 Kouchu)- A champion of Jarbon. He turned into stone, which was revived by Iccrus's energy. He is a rival of Marcy. He is based on his game counterpart. Not to be confused with his anime counterpart, Kouchu Misako, his real name was Kouchu Kurisutaru (栗廃阿佼厨 Kurisutaru Kouchu, "Kouchu Crystal".) - Kouchu Misako(
代謳攸 , also known as操越代謳攸 Misako Kouchu)- Appears in Crystal Jewels MiniZ several chapters. Not to be confused with various versions of Kouchu, he is originally based on his video game counterpart, which appears or not, to be Kouchu Crystal. This Kouchu Misako is based on his anime counterpart of the popular anime. He appears frequently with Roaracryst ,also known as (後旭住斉 Roakijushiku). - Marcy (
沈松 Shinsho)- She is Kouchu Misako's rival as the anime version;her game version is a friend of Daigo. She is based on her video game counterpart and for her anime version, she is based on her anime counterpart. She was shown eith Marukas in her anime version. Not to be confused, the video game counterpart named Shinsho Kimensho. - Shauna Genga (しゃんじ Shanji, also known as
減珂上芽 Genga Shanji)- One of Kouchu Misako's companion, and based on her anime counterpart. - Sakuro Himensho (サクロ Sakuro, also known as Sakuro Himensho
媛金斗拆後 - As his anime version, he is Kouchu's companion, and as his video game counterpart, he is Daigo's rival and video game version Kouchu's childhood friend.
- Noah Kimeka (シンチャン Shinoshan, also known as Shinoshan Kimeka
卿郁篠上 Kimeka Shinoshan) One of Kouchu's companions and based on the anime. Appears in various chapters.
- Sarah Kimeka (きめしゃ Kimesha, also known as Kimesha Kimeka
卿郁卿上 Kimeka Kimesha) One of Kouchu's companions and based on the anime. Appears in various chapters.
- Steven Jakoshu (アクンギギ Akungigi, also known as Jakoshu
戯黄秀鷽衣過 Jakoshu Akungigi) One of Kouchu's companions and based on the anime. Appears in various chapters.
- Ichigo Musaki (いちご Ichigo, also known as Musaki Ichigo
悪往苺 )-Kouchu Misako's love interest in the anime version.
- Alan(
海五 Hirochi)- One of Kouchu’s companions.
- Akura(
臥貴臥貴 Fugifugi)- One of Kouchu’s companions.
- Mahuna (
勾ふな Mahuna)- One of Kouchu’s companipons.
Other characters:
- Garnet
- Turquoise
- Evan
- Lucas
- Stephanie
- Adriana
- Oroku (GO!)
- Mike
- Asuka Shari- Professor of Jarbon
- Ryan
- Gean
- Luke
- Emma
- Mike Firemunks
- Ekusu no Tame characters
- Shogumon characters
- One Piece characters
- Dragon ball characters
- Pokemon characters
- Super Ninja characters
- Etes characters
- Sororo characters
- Cidz characters
- Shogumon League characters
- Dustin Withness
- Asukan
- Kouchuna
- Rai
- Father Fright
- Mother might
- Roaracryst
- Ninecoat
- Mouselette
- Plantmore
Antagonists
Furious Five is the evil organization which they steal Crystal Jewels for the evil doer, Hunter Grai, to suceed to take over the world. Same for Thunder Five, Aqua Five, Plaza Five, Magma Five, Galaxy Five. Hunter Grai is led by the evilest being in the world, Devil J.
English translations
Crystal Jewels MiniZ has been licensed for English translation by three different companies: Manga Media[Crystal Jewels MiniZ (1994)- MangaMedia [www.mangamedia.com/crystal-jewels-miniz-series]. Retrieved in November 2014], located in the United States, Ching Yi, located in Singapore, and BangBang Power Asia, also located in Singapore.
Beginning in June 2000, MangaMedia supports Ching Yi to translate Kurisutarujueru ChibiZ to Crystal Jewels MiniZ in English. In October 2000, the magazines were released: the first 10 chapters monthly/$2 and then currently monthly/$2.50.[Crystal Jewels MiniZ, [http://www.comicbookdb.com/title.php?ID=58861] ; Comic Book DB. Retrieved 2001][Crystal Jewels MiniZ, [http://www.comicbookdb.com/title.php?ID=58861] ; Comic Book DB. Retrieved 2005][Crystal Jewels MiniZ, [http://www.comicbookdb.com/title.php?ID=58861] ; Comic Book DB. Retrieved 2011][Crystal Jewels MiniZ, [http://www.comicbookdb.com/title.php?ID=58861] ; Comic Book DB. Retrieved 2015] The original translation were released in left-to-right format like the graphic novel, and so does the hardcover. In March 2005, the manga begans to release in right-to-left format.
In May 2006, MangaMedia starts publishing Crystal Jewels MiniZ in English and on stores. There are several scenes that have been edites, like in Volume 1[Asuka, Tokiiro; Watasho Ayana (1994). Crystal Jewels MiniZ Volume 1. BangBang Power.] Chapter 12, which Daigo yells out a curse word and changes it to "jerk!"; and which in Volume 12[Asuka, Tokiiro; Watasho Ayana (1994). Crystal Jewels MiniZ Volume 12. BangBang Power.], Kaigona wore a black shirt and black pants, and her chest were bigger, which was edited to her white shirt and decreases her chest size. In Volume 19, Emma punches Lucas,but edited to Emma shoves Lucas.
June 2009, MangaMedia began re-releasing the series beginning from Volume 1. Rather than just reissue the previous translations, Manga Media opted for a "second edition" - these volumes feature a new translation, with the right-to-left artwork and all of the content omitted from the previous translation restored. However, the new translation still follows closely to the original translation, containing some of the same dialogue and all the same titles for the rounds, as well as a lack of names of characters. In addition, these second editions contain edits not found in the first edition
In March 2013, Manga launched the CircleDot[Asuka, Tokiiro; Watasho Ayana (1994). Crystal Jewels MiniZ Volume 1. BlueDot.] app for the iPad. It allowed users to buy digital copies of children's manga and American comics. Crystal Jewels MiniZ is among those included on the app. So far, only Volumes 1-24 have been made available. These same volumes have also been released on the Kindle and Nook eBook stores as well.
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Related links
- http://crystal-jewels-manga.wikia.com/wiki/Crystal_Jewels_MiniZ
- http://www.comicbookdb.com/title.php?ID=58861
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