Diksia.com - Kirby is a popular video game franchise that features a pink puffball hero who can inhale enemies and copy their abilities.
The games are known for their colorful graphics, whimsical music, and charming characters. But did you know that there is also a series of light novels based on the Kirby games?
Light novels are short books that are usually aimed at young readers and often include illustrations. They are very popular in Japan, where they cover a wide range of genres and topics.
The Kirby light novels are written by Mie Takase and illustrated by sisters Tau Karino and Poto Karono. They are published by Kadokawa Tsubasa Bunko, a label that specializes in children’s literature.
The first Kirby light novel was released in August 2013 and is still ongoing. The series adapts some of the games, such as Kirby’s Return to Dream Land, Kirby: Triple Deluxe, and Kirby Star Allies, but also features original stories that can only be read in the novels.
The novels follow the adventures of Kirby, Waddle Dee, King Dedede, and Meta Knight as they solve the mysteries and problems that occur in Dream Land, a peaceful world full of wonder and magic.
What Makes the Kirby Light Novels Special?
The Kirby light novels are not just simple retellings of the games. They add extra details, characters, and twists that make the stories more engaging and surprising.
For example, in the novel based on Kirby Battle Royale, it is revealed that the Kirby Printer that creates copies of Kirby also made copies of Waddle Dee before.
In the novel based on Kirby Fighters 2, it is explained how the Buddy Fighters Tower came to be and what role the mysterious Masks of Dark Bonds play in it.
The novels also explore the personalities and backgrounds of the main characters, giving them more depth and development.
For instance, in the novel based on Kirby’s Return to Dream Land, it is shown how Magolor found and repaired the Lor Starcutter, a spaceship that has a mind of its own.
In some novels, Meta Knight or King Dedede take the spotlight as the protagonists, showing their perspectives and motivations.
The novels also introduce new characters that are exclusive to the series, such as Taranza of the Dream Kingdom, who is influenced by a Black Mirror in Kirby Clash Team Unite!, or Malice Crystal, a powerful artifact that corrupts anyone who touches it in Kirby: The Crystal Shards.
Some of these characters are allies or friends of Kirby, while others are enemies or rivals.
The novels are full of humor, action, mystery, and emotion. They capture the essence of the games while adding their own flavor and charm. They are suitable for readers of all ages who enjoy fantasy and adventure stories.
How to Read the Kirby Light Novels?
The Kirby light novels are currently only available in Japanese and French. The Japanese versions can be ordered online from sites like Amazon Japan or Rakuten Books.
The French versions are published by Mana Books and can be found in bookstores or online shops in France or other French-speaking countries.
There are 18 volumes in total as of July 2023, with more to come in the future.
Each volume has around 200 pages and costs about 600 yen (or 7 euros) for the paperback edition. The novels have colorful covers and illustrations that match the style of the games.
If you are a fan of Kirby or light novels in general, you should definitely give the Kirby light novels a try. They are a delightful way to experience the world of Dream Land and its lovable inhabitants.
You will not regret joining Kirby and his friends on their exciting adventures!
