A story about a group of people locked together in a strange place being killed off one-by-one: sounds fun, right? Well, that is if you're a horror buff. Even though this plot has been done to death (hehe, look at the puns a rollin'!) "Doubt" brings some new charm and perspective to the table with its telling.
First off, the most enjoyable and engaging part of this manga to me was the cell-phone based game that frames the overall story. The game deals with a group of rabbits who are being murdered one-by-one by a wolf hiding amongst them. So what do these little critters do?
...
Why, pick a rabbit they suspect is the wolf and kill it, of course! If the rabbits pick wisely, they all live (yay!), if not, then they've just murdered one of their own (whoopsie!) and are still at risk of dying themselves (boo!). It's really sort of like the card game Mafia, but with demented looking bunnies. Call me morbid, but I wish that this cell-game depicted in the manga really existed. It sounds like fun to me.
Anyway, this cell game becomes the framework for the twisted game in which the characters of the manga find themselves. They, like the bunnies, are slowly being murdered and have to try to discover the wolf among them before it's too late. Unfortunately, the "wolf", at least who towards the end you think is the wolf, was painfully apparent to me from the get go. However, it turns out that there's a big twist at the end so that this foregone conclusion isn't quite what you're led to expect. That's a good thing, right? Wrong! The actual truth about the wolf as revealed in the last two chapters was so far-fetched and out there that I would have far preferred the obvious wolf to the actual one. I can't and won't give specifics because that would spoil it, but I will say the ending adds an element of the supernatural world a la JJ Abrams style that is hard to swallow (no disrespect to Mr. Abrams, I love you and "Lost" rocks!). And sadly, the issues extend beyond that.
There are so many twists by the end of the story that you get the impression that the artist/author put a ton of ideas in a hat, picked them out one-by-one, and played one twist out until the height of tension was found only to shout "BUT THEN...*insert random twist*". Some of the twists worked for the story and kept it from being boring. However, there were some that not only didn't seem to have a place and were hard to swallow, but that actually left you wondering what the point of them was, slapping a hand to your cheek, and saying an underwhelmed "Uh Huh". It gave the overall impression that the author was saying, "Hey! Look at how witty I am!" rather than trying to formulate a cohesive and entertaining plot.
As for characters, well, I thought they were all decent. Some more development would have been nice, but they all served their purpose. It really did play out like a horror movie in this fashion (you know, you've got a group of people, they all have their own issues, but those issues are largely irrelevant because they're all going to die anyway). I will say that I did ultimately feel that Mitsuki was done well and was highly intriguing in certain parts. Hajime was also a forerunner for good character, but then a certain hastily tacked on twist involving him ruined him for me. Especially because said twist didn't seem to serve any purpose other than being there for added shock value.
The art fit the style, and I noticed that the way the clothing wrinkled was particularly well done. Also, the numerous shots of the gosh darn creepy rabbit suit heads maintained a frightening tone and will ensure that you never look at bunnies the same way again. They were a great signature to the story. I want a poster...maybe not in my bedroom though. Waking up to those freaky rabbit heads looking at me would only inspire some acid trippy nightmares. The one downside to the art was that there were a few scenes drawn in such a way that it was difficult at first to figure out the action and what was happening. Also, there seem to be points in which action is implied rather than shown. For example, there's a scene in which three characters are together in a room, then abruptly, one of them is gone. It's implied that this character walked away, however, there's no panel actually showing this action, so it was somewhat confusing. *POOF* Now you see 'em, now you don't.
Overall, it was a very enjoyable series...until the end completely destroyed it and made me laugh at how ridiculous it was. So, if you like suspense, horror, are a patient person (some of the story does seem rather drawn out at points), and are willing to stretch your imagination to accept unlikely plot twists at the end, you'll enjoy this manga. Basically, if you have the time, give it a go. If your time is precious and you value endings that make perfect sense, I'd try something else.
 Alternative TitlesJapanese: Doubt More titlesInformationType: Manga
Volumes: 4
Chapters: 21
Status: Finished
Published: Jul 12, 2007 to Feb 12, 2009
Theme:
Psychological
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Shounen
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Shounen Gangan Authors:
Tonogai, Yoshiki (Story & Art) Statistics Ranked: #77842 2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded. Popularity: #170
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Mar 15, 2009
A story about a group of people locked together in a strange place being killed off one-by-one: sounds fun, right? Well, that is if you're a horror buff. Even though this plot has been done to death (hehe, look at the puns a rollin'!) "Doubt" brings some new charm and perspective to the table with its telling.
First off, the most enjoyable and engaging part of this manga to me was the cell-phone based game that frames the overall story. The game deals with a group of rabbits who are being murdered one-by-one by a wolf hiding amongst them. So what do these little critters do? ... 
Sep 2, 2009
I would not recommend this anime at all. There was barely any character development, the plot consisted of... well, killing, and the whole manga was stretched to the max (they obviously wanted to sell their product for a longer period of time).
Here's a little checklist: - Plot twists can not make up for a lack of plot, character development - Cliffhangers are pathetic suspense - builders - Not all readers are unable to see the Saw II parallels (a horrible sequel, by the way) Thoroughly disappointed, Cries 
Mar 13, 2009
It's basically a game of guessing. If you guess right, you survive. If you guess wrong, you'll die. Now, this isn't just a game for children. It required hard thinking and strong determination.
The intention of this Manga is to make it's readers doubt and think. The manga wants us to think alongside, to guess who the killer truly is. And of course, we as the readers succumb to this feeling and guess. However, this is where my first disappointment came into the picture. There are varieties of personalities and character present to make the manga interesting. All it needed was more doubt among themselves; more drama, more ... 
Sep 13, 2008
Whats is the one thing in the world that you can never doubt?
That my friend, is doubt itself. If you doubt the existence of doubt, you are contradicting yourself. Since doubting doubt, ultimately means you believe in doubt. In a room filled with five people each of them has a their own bar code, and grotesque body hanging before them. There is a wolf masquerading as a rabbit. If they can find the wolf, they will survive. Choose the wrong rabbit, and all the rabbits will die. This manga is very engrossing. After the first chapter, I was quickly hook in the world of Doubt. As the title ... 
Mar 1, 2015
[Light spoilers]
As someone who likes this genre, I can say with confidence that Doubt was, by far, one of the most disappointing, pathetically thrown together anime OR manga I've picked up so far. Reading this manga, I was completely appalled with how much of a train wreck this was. At first glance, this seems like an interesting story concept, and it is. I've read and seen my fair share in the "survival game" genre, and this is an awesome story concept with a lot of potential, which got me interested to begin with. That's why it's so easy to see where Doubt totally blew ... 
May 25, 2008
For some strange reason, I am absolutely infatuated with this manga. It's sick, demented, and twisted... and I love it. Doubt is an online game come to life, where each character is slowly being cut out and killed. Who is first, who is next? Nobody knows except the killer wolf. A completely demented manga that makes you go, quote, "Hm... interesting opener... decent characters, kinda funky, good art... HOLY SHIT." unquote.
All the characters of Doubt have their own special persona. Each one from a different "cliq" and you get to see how the characters begin to develop bonds between one and another despite their ... 
Aug 28, 2008
I’m a guro fiend. Meaning, I love a manga that has gore and blood and horror in it. But finding a manga that isn’t gratuitous? That’s hard to find.
Enter “Doubt”: a gore manga with a plot. A plot that revolves around a group of “Rabbits” (i.e. the protagonists) to find the “Wolf”, as illustrated in the very beginning of the book—like a cruel, taunting tease of what is to come. Needless to say, as people begin to die within the group, people go absolutely nuts and start to accuse people, exact revenge, and have their whole world cave ...
Sep 10, 2009
I found out about this manga just yesterday,it was a recommendation to another one in this site.Thought I'd try it,so tomorrow I started reading it.Firstly I have to say that I loved the atmosphere,I've always loved buildings like that in horror movies,or in this case let's say manga.They fit best if you want to creep out the readers.
Now let's start on the review. Story 6/10 Something I've heard before again and something I'd think of it too,if I were to create a manga.Didn't give me a "Wow" when I read the summary but sometimes all it matters is how the story develops later.Now that I just mentioned ... 
May 26, 2010
Doubt, just as the name says, is all about doubting. The game of “Rabbit Doubt” is basically about finding the lying “wolf” amongst the group of “rabbits.”
You would expect this manga to be all about backstabbing, distrust, and a whole lot of confusion. But essentially what Doubt boils down to is hardly more than a manga version of the Saw movies –– especially, the first one. You remember Saw, right? That movie where people get kidnapped and tortured? Well, there’s no torture or traps here, but the similarities between the two are uncanny. The manga starts off normally enough, when a group of strangers meet ... 
Aug 7, 2020
After so many instances of hearing people talk about this manga and hyping it up, claiming it was full of suspense and mystery, I finally caved in and gave it a shot. I went in with full expectations. And I came out thinking just one thing:
My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined. Art: 7 The art wasn't very distinctive or unique, but it wasn't bad either. It was just fine. In some instances, like murder scenes or moments of 'suspense', the quality got slightly higher, but it still wasn't much to write home about. Characters: 2 This is the second biggest thing I dislike about this ... 
Jul 5, 2008
when members of an online game went on for an offline meeting, everybody started to end up dead. the plot of this manga is cliche with any other thriller plot but unique in its own sense with the application of newer trends. so to speak, the manga is so good that readers would find themselves involved at the story and its characters, questioning what these people have in common? why should they die? how the story would end. what secrets would be revealed.
it's too early to comment on possible endings with how the story is progressing and always catching the reader's thoughts but if you're ...
Oct 26, 2009
Doubt, on the surface, sounds amazingly interesting kids participating in a game of death, dying one by one and the killer is (surprise) one of them. It sounds reminiscent of series like Battle Royale, but where BR succeeds Doubt ultimately fails.
Storywise Doubt starts of as an enthralling thiller, it's paced very well and strikes a great balance between doling out enough info to keep the reader interested and keeping enough draped in mystery that you want to read more. And you will read more you will read and read and read up to the climax of the story but then it falls flat on ... 
Aug 21, 2009
Well well well, this is one suspense story that really keep me on my toes and I'm serious about it. Normally there's hardly any suspense manga that will let me finish the entire manga in one plus hour time.
The story really builds on itself and it's not predictable like other mangas around, and just when you think that its the end, the author will provide another element that totally throws you out of the track. The storyline is perfect and 20 chapters are just nice for the manga, but beware, this is not for those who are faint-hearted because of its fast paceness... A perfect read at ... 
May 28, 2013
This manga is very good up to the last two chapters. It is very entertaining and the art is good. I don´t find the plot similar to "Battle Royale" as many people do... in Battle Royale the players are openly forced to kill each other. In the Rabbit Doubt game, the rabbits (the players) are not told to kill each other. In this game, there is a wolf hidden among the rabbits, and the players end up trying to find a way to escape from the building where they are imprisoned and trying to discover who the wolf is, in order to avoid being killed.
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Jan 28, 2009
Who Doubt still has not read, it should be read quickly.
The story is really good.and for those who liked the Saw series then you'll probably see some parallel. Story: The story begins with a rather creepy story about a wolf who snuck in disguised as a bunny into a group of bunnies and one by one killed the bunnies. The bunnies realized that one among them was the wolf, and that if they killed the correct one, then they'd be safe, but otherwise, they'd all of the wolf as the fed on. The manga states then this is such a game, and transitions to a group ... 
Jan 1, 2021
Spoilers ahead I guess:
As soon as I saw the faces of the characters in chapter 1 this is what I thought: Bully ass looking guy gonna die Innocent looking guy is mc and gonna survive cuz mc Wheelchair girl gonna be loved by everyone and die straight off just to be revealed to be mastermind Normal girl gonna be mc's love interest and gonna go crazy or something but survive Choker girl gonna die ... 
Dec 30, 2009
At first, I saw this Manga and thought it didn't seem great. But the first chapter hooked me in, and it seemed like I was going to be forced into riding this killing game that has been set forth. This is definitely a manga I would tell all of you to read if you haven't, yet.
The story revolves around a game of 'Rabbit Doubt'. There's a group of people and everyone is labeled as a rabbit. Someone within them is in a disguise, but is truly a wolf who seeks to murder the innocent. It's a lying game. If the wolves are gone before the ... 
Mar 17, 2019
I thought that I was edgy enough to pick up any horror manga and immediately love it. I was wrong
The worst element of this manga in my opinion is the complete and utter lack of character development. Throughout the entire manga, I felt no strong emotions towards any of the characters, and when they started to die .. I cared so little it was almost comical. Character development, especially in horror, is SO important to making a good story. We want to care about the characters, we want to know their back stories, what makes them tick, and we want to try and find a ... 
Nov 6, 2018
1) The art is really unclear, making it sometimes hard to understand what's going on. It's not ugly, just really average without any style of it's own.
2) The set-up to the story is really cliche, and does nothing but stick to the formula.The characters are your standard stereotypes from every high-school drama ever. Besides, no one gets any real development or backstory untill it becomes relevant to the story. 3) The writing is baaaad. The mystery genre is supposed to have some nice twists and turns along the way and Doubt... Let's just say that the reveal is comparable to "Luke,I'm your father". It reeks of ... 
Feb 20, 2018
Not to brag or anything, but I figured out the fucking culprit in chapter 2, my suspicion was later confirmed in chapter 6
v--SPOILERS ALERT--v Rule number 1 of murder mystery: It is forbidden for the culprit to be anyone not mentioned in the early part of the story Therefore we have 6 suspects: - The protagonist can't be the culprit cuz he's tied up - The other two girls (Mitsuki and Haruka) can't be the culprit cuz they were being observed by mc through the camera monitors - The other guy can't be the culprit cuz Eiji was immediately killed right after he left the room, therefore, he is not ... |
