Set in 1955, the first chapter of " Rainbow: Nisha Rokubou no Shichinin
serves as the series’ inciting incident, introducing the protagonist, the oppressive environment of the “Sixth Ward” (六房), and the core group of seven young men whose fates become intertwined. rainbow nisha rokubou no shichinin chapter 1 full
The chapter introduces us to the main characters, Nisha and her friends, who are all students at a high school. The story begins with Nisha, a cheerful and energetic student, who is known for her kindness and friendship with her classmates. We are also introduced to the other six main characters, each with their unique personalities. Set in 1955, the first chapter of "
| Manga | Tone | Opening Chapter Impact | |--------|------|------------------------| | Rainbow | Brutal, realistic, emotional | 10/10 – Immediate gut-punch | | Berserk | Dark fantasy, gore, trauma | 9/10 – Iconic but more fantastical | | Monster | Psychological thriller | 8/10 – Slower burn | | Shamo | Extreme violence, criminal underworld | 9/10 – Comparable brutality | We are also introduced to the other six
| Source | Summary | |--------|----------| | | Praised the gritty realism and strong character introductions; warned about graphic violence but noted emotional depth. | | MangaDex Community | Readers highlighted the “instant connection” with the Seven and appreciated the historical backdrop. | | Academic Paper – Post‑War Narrative in Seinen Manga (2021) | Cited Chapter 1 as an exemplar of how post‑war trauma is visualized through institutional oppression. | | Sales Data | First tankōbon volume sold >150,000 copies in Japan within its first month, indicating strong market interest. |
| Element | Manga (Chapter 1) | Anime (Episode 1) | |---------|-------------------|-------------------| | | Detailed panel progression, internal monologue. | Condensed to a 30‑second montage, accompanied by orchestral score. | | Character Introductions | Individual panels focusing on each of the Seven. | Group shot with voice‑over narration; less emphasis on each’s backstory. | | Violence Tone | Graphic (blood splatter, explicit wounds). | Moderated for broadcast standards (implied rather than shown). | | Foreshadowing (Doctor) | Silent watchful figure, close‑up on scar. | Omitted entirely from episode 1 (appears later). |