Ouran Highschool Host Club Manga Volume 18
Okay, let's talk Ouran Highschool Host Club. Specifically, Volume 18. You know, the very last one. The big finale!
Everyone loves a good ending, right? But… am I the only one who felt… slightly underwhelmed?
The Grand Finale (Sort Of?)
Don't get me wrong! There are some super cute moments. We get to see how everyone's futures are shaping up.
But was it the earth-shattering, tear-jerking, OMG-I-can't-believe-it's-over ending I was expecting? Not quite, in my humble opinion.
The Haruhi-Tamaki Situation
Of course, the core romance is Haruhi and Tamaki. Their relationship is the whole point, arguably. Do they finally solidify things?
Yes! But it feels a little… rushed? Like, all this build-up, and then *poof*, it's done.
Maybe I'm just greedy. I wanted MORE awkward confessions! MORE misunderstandings! MORE Tamaki being adorably clueless!
The Other Host Club Members
What about the rest of the gang? Kyoya, Hikaru, Kaoru, Honey, and Mori all get a bit of screen time.
Their individual paths are interesting. But I felt like I needed a little more closure. What happens *after* they leave Ouran?
Did Hikaru and Kaoru ever truly stop being… attached at the hip? Does Honey ever stop eating cake? These are the important questions!
My Unpopular Opinion: It's Good, Not Great
Hear me out. I *adore* Ouran Highschool Host Club. It's funny, sweet, and has some seriously lovable characters.
But Volume 18? It's... fine. Just fine. Maybe even good!
The pacing feels a little off. It's like the author was trying to wrap everything up neatly and quickly. Which is understandable, but still…
"Maybe I'm just being overly critical. After all, it's hard to say goodbye to such a beloved series."
Maybe that's it. Maybe my expectations were too high. Maybe I just didn't want it to end.
Still, I can't help but feel like Volume 18 could have been… more. More emotional. More impactful. More… *something*.
Don't Hate Me!
I know, I know. Some of you are probably clutching your Ouran manga to your chests, ready to defend Volume 18 with your lives.
And that's okay! Art is subjective! Maybe you loved the ending.
But am I truly alone in thinking it was just… okay? Is there anyone else out there who feels the same way?
Let me know in the comments! Maybe we can commiserate together. Or maybe you can convince me why I'm wrong. Either way, let's talk Ouran!
At the end of the day, Ouran Highschool Host Club will always hold a special place in my heart.
Even if its ending wasn’t quite the perfect cherry on top I was hoping for. It's still a fantastic series to revisit.
And who knows, maybe with another read, I'll change my mind about Volume 18. Stranger things have happened!
