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Shouyou Hinata is out to prove that in volleyball you don’t need to be tall to fly! After losing his first and last volleyball match against Tobio Kageyama, “the King of the Court,” Shouyou Hinata swears to become his rival after graduating middle school. But what happens when the guy he wants to defeat ends up being his teammate?! (Source: VIZ Media) Notes: - Winner of the 61st Shogakukan Manga Award in the Shounen Category in 2017.
- Includes two extra chapters.
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What is Haikyu!! about?
Haikyu!! follows Shouyou Hinata, a short but determined volleyball player who wants to prove that height is not the only path to success. His rivalry with Tobio Kageyama begins after their middle-school match and continues when they become teammates.
Who are Shouyou Hinata and Tobio Kageyama?
Hinata is an energetic attacker who relies on speed, jumping, and determination, while Kageyama is a highly skilled setter known as the “King of the Court.” Their contrasting skills become the core partnership of the Karasuno volleyball team.
Why is Hinata's height important to the story?
Hinata is smaller than many opposing blockers, so he develops unusual speed, timing, and jumping ability to compete. The series uses that physical disadvantage to drive his training and tactical growth.
Is Haikyu!! a volleyball manga or a general school comedy?
It is primarily a sports manga centered on volleyball matches, training, teamwork, and rivalry. School life and comedy are important parts of the cast's relationships, but the competitive volleyball story remains the main focus.
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