Dengeki Daisy

The female lead, Teru started as a cheerful, intelligent, funny character with a tragic past. As the story progressed, she became more gloomy, and began doing one idiotic action after another. It seems like she purposely puts herself in danger to be rescued by Daisy.

Daisy started as a guardian angel and pillar of support for Teru behind the scenes, and I loved it. However, Daisy also changed a not as competent guardian angel as before and became more in Teru's life. This guy is supposed to be smart and will do everything to protect Teru. Yet, when he confronted someone that was trying to hurt Teru, that person attacked Daisy (pretty much admitted that she was trying to hurt Teru) and he let the person go. So, you do not need any spoilers to figure out what happened next.

I liked some of the other characters, but the story focused on Teru and Daisy going back and forth regarding each other's feelings, but not being frank about it. Then, Daisy wanting to disappear because he did not deserve Teru, and Teru afraid Daisy would leave. Maybe that is the plot of the story, because he became too repetitive.

When I was first advised to read this, i thought it wouldn't be that good and that it was simply overrated
HOLY F*CKING GOD I WAS WRONG
Dengeki daisy is the most amazing manga ever, I'm not going to go in very far and give a detailed report but I will say that EVERYTHING about this manga is amazing, it is an absolute masterpiece. The synopsis does it no justice, it in fact makes it sound like a 6/10 manga.
Just read it, damn you! READ IT!

this manga is really good! i release all my exam's stress by reading this. i keep laughing when teru say "GO BALD KUROSAKI!" hahhaha... that's my favourite line ^^

Dengeki Daisy.
Where do I begin?

This manga is in its own league.
I haven't read anything like this before and I don't regret reading this manga at 2 in the morning.

Its not really romantic honestly, it's more story based instead of just romantic crap. Its one of a kind.

When I started the manga I hoped for the relationship between Teru (the female protagonist) and Kurosaki (the male protagonist) to develop quickly. But it didn't and that's perfectly fine.

If you carry on with the story you see characters develop, build relationships with others and its amazing to read. Not just the characters developing but the background story!

Its full of programming, hackers, crackers and codes.
Its an absolute gem among manga's honestly.

The art is amazing, except I think Teru's head is a bit too big (honest opinion, sorry) but how can you resist Kurosaki in glasses.

Story is a 10, hands down.

I recommend this manga to anyone who's looking for a love story that is really truly about the characters or rather I recommend this to anyone looking for a good story.

What an incredible manga. I devoured all I could find in one sitting. At the beginning, the plot seems ordinary at best, mysterious guy protecting a poor and innocent girl? I've read TONS of mangas like that. But Dengeki Dadisy is different.

First of all, the art is stunning. I don't think I've ever seen more beautifully drawn characters; they really are gorgeous, and I'm reading more of this mangaka's work simply to savor the beautiful drawings. Not a single detail is ever missed.

As for the storyline, there's a unique spin to the protection storyline - "Daisy" is a text friend to Teru, so they've never really met... or have they? Daisy's always kind, but he's a computer hacker? What kind of person is he - kind or evil? Teru wrestles with all these issues in a very realistic, endearing, and enthralling way. She even has to tackle many of them herself - she's not just your typical innocent and naive heroine. She makes some difficult realizations about herself and her greatest friend that are truly unique and admirable.

The story doesn't only focus on their relationship, however. There's so much more to the plot - a whole cast of characters with their own distinct, unique personalities and backgrounds, a mysterious fake Daisy hacker that threatens Teru's very life... It will keep you turning pages till the very end. I'm desperate for more chapters!

i have been looking for a manga like this for so long! its perfect. I was really skeptical about it at first cause of the name, actually hahaha. "daisy" sounded lame, so i was about to skip over it. im soo glad i gave it a chance though, because this manga is amazing! For one, the female lead in this manga is honestly just a normal girl - ive found a lot of other shoujo girls to be ridiculous; they are too sweet, have no backbone, fall too easily. it weirds me out, and bothers the hell out of me when i read those because i cant relate at all. BUT the girl in this manga (Teru), is awesome :) shes sweet when she needs to be but at the same time shes gutsy and isnt afraid to tease the guy she loves ^.^
The male lead, on the other hand, is beautifully drawn and is a really interesting character. Hes tsundere; when she meets him at first hes cold hearted but eventually he warms up to her and reveals vulnerable and caring parts of himself to her.
The storyline is really well done, unlike other shoujos ive read or seen, it actually has another good story going on while still focusing on their relationship. I love the fact that in this manga, it isnt just "love at first sight" and then 2 pages in their already kissing eachother. the relationship progresses slowly, but it makes it all the more meaningful. the author sprinkles in just the right amount of intimacy at the right times. its innocent and cute love, the type that will give you butterflies. i stronglyyyy suggest reading this manga ^.^

Dengeki Daisy is one of the best shoujo manga I've ever read. Okay, I have to admit it, It really is the best one.

The story is really interesting, It's about a orphan girl named Teru, and the only thing left from her family: her phone and the contact to Daisy.
Daisy is really hot when he's smoking, and Teru is the second girl I was able to stomach in shoujo manga (the other one was Haruhi from Ouran Host Club).

The art is really detailed, I love to read it slowly, realising every single detail involved to the story. At some parts, I want to cry badly and sometimes It's able to cheer my mood like nothing else. I recommend this manga to everyone, you won't regret this :)

Very awesome! I really adore Motomi Kyousuke-sensei!

The storyline is fresh, complex, enjoyable, just like real life! I found many shoujo mangas has common storyline, and a bit crazy, too many love scenes. This manga really different. I swear you'll really love it and laugh a lot!

I (and all the fans) really hope it has it own anime!

I usually wait until I'm finished with a series before I review, buuuut I can't wait any longer.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that Dengeki Daisy is competing for the number one favorite manga spot in my head against Fruits Basket. Quite a few months ago, I picked up this series and honestly could not stop reading it once I started.

The unique storyline caught me hook line and sinker. It's not everyday that you read a manga about a girl who keeps in contact with a mysterious man (codename: DAISY) that her brother provided for her right before he died through a cell phone. Kuirosaki is a typical pervert Tsundere and Teru is a typical flat-chested Shoujo girl, even though her attitude is very likeable as well as relatable. I guess she can be considered a type of Tsundere as well, depending on how you look at it.

The art was very masculine (I believed it was because it was written and drawn by a male, but then I realized it was a female so...) but I found that the Motomi captures her characters quite beautifully as well as comically when the time calls for it. Kurosaki -the blonde, perverted lolicon janitor that's actually not so perverted after all- is really the DAISY that Teru contacts with, although she doesn't know this at first. He's handsome. I find him attractive. Although, I can't really recall Teru ever stating what she thinks about his looks, even when her friends constantly do.

The duo's bickering is downright hilarious (Go bald, Kurosaki!!!) even if it tends to be rather predictable and somewhat repetetive at times.

Dengeki Daisy never fails to keep you interested and continually coming back for more. The plot keeps developing and reeling you in with each chapter, but not so much that you can't keep up and end up getting confused. The characters are consistant, and I heard a rumor that this series is going to be coming to a close soon, which is too sad to think about!!

One of the best Shoujo series ever. Read it. And root for an anime with me :3

To start off i must say i am absolutly loving this manga the story line is of teru and tasaku. Tasaku is the school custodian and teru is a student she breaks a window by acciddent and to pay it off she becomes tasakus slave. That is where it all begins. Teru has a friend daisy through her phone in wich was given to her from her brother before he died. Though teru doesnt know who diasy is in real life although that he is always very kind.

Teru goes on the be a slave of tasaku(not the kind your thinking just does all his custodian work) as they go on they become closer and closer, it becomes so obvious of there feelings as they go on. A sweet romance almost like i am here! But slightly diffrent. Dengeki daisy consists of 16 amazing volumes and when your feeling down or just want a good manga to read this is the manga to read.

thanks for reading!

I give this manga 10s all across the board. It's AMAZING. The story is extremely enjoyable and the characters are contrast from those that you usually see in shoujo manga. The girl has spunk and she's not afraid to say what she feels. The guy isn't the easiest to deal with, but he cares for the heroine in his own special ways. The story also includes tons of mystery and suspense since as of now, the readers have no idea on what the future holds in story. MORE RELEASES ARE NEEDED

This is something that you can expect more out of a shoujo manga. Not only the storyline is really interesting that is very attracting, it makes you want more of this manga. If you are the kind that hates crying and irritating female leads, expect none from this manga! *Time to rejoice*
The female lead (Teru) is a very very strong girl and has a very likable character, I really like her.

This is not your typical romance story where the two male and female leads get together in the first few chapters. There's more to it; that can make you happy, and sad.

As for the art, it's pretty awesome, it's one of the fewer mangas out there that has such nicely draw art, and lovely storyline with strong characters. I'm pretty impressed. Not to forget Kurosaki, the male lead is... really HOT!

What I really like about this manga is the characters, every single one of them left an impression on me, because they were all quite outstanding in their own way. Because normally when you read a manga, you'd tend to forget the characters, but not for DD.

The captivating storyline, strong characters, beautiful art, what more can you expect? It's the perfect manga that everyone should read.

* P/S: This manga shot up to number 1 ranking amongst all the mangas I've read once I started on it, craving for more everyday.
BE PREPARED TO GET ADDICTED.

I can't believe that there isn't any review yet.

The story is just amazing.

The art is really detailed. en kurosaki is just hot. Motomi Kyousuke is a really nice drawer. The art has it own style, if you see it, you know that Motomi Kyousuke is the drawer, because al of his characters in al of his manga's are the same, and that means. really much hotties^^

Characters are just amazing either, the female lead, teru, is strong willed, and really sturborn, she is not a annoying weak girl, but she ins't to perfect either, its a nice combination, and kurosaki, the male lead, is really not to perfect, but really nice. he looks like he's mean, but that is just a act, beceause in reality, he's just someone who worries a lot.

Enjoyment is definitelly a 10+. I really fell laughing out of my chair.

I just can't give any less than a 10.
This review ir probally full of unreadable senctaces, because my english is really bad. But i just wanted to write a review (this one is my first either XD) zo my apologizes.

Okay, let me start with: Motomi Kyousuke, you fucking genius.
i don't remember how i came across this manga, but thank you God for showing me it.
seriously, thank you.
i love the idea, the art is frickin' awesome, and i had to show my reaction every time i read this manga somewhere. this manga made me laugh my soul out and i'm not joking.
Art 1000/10
as you can see, i like the art a lot.
plus, Kurosaki kun is so damn hot and cute!!!!
i love him!

story 10/10
the story is original and interesting and i love it!!!

character 10/10
awasome. i adore them.
Teru chan is so cute and Kurosaki kun is so hot!
my friends already know almost everything about him because of me..

enjoyment 100000000000000000000/10
as you can see again, i enjoyed and still enjoy this manga very much.

overall 100000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10
i love you, dengeki daisy. i love you a lot.

I recall my initial thoughts on Dengeki Daisy as I first came across its information page: Another overrated shoujo manga with a simple plot and the cliche catch phrase "I'll protect you".

Oh, how wrong was I.

Shoujo is known for its obscenely perfect guys as well as the air-headed heroines who fall for them. On the outside, our cast here seems to be no exception. However, the protagonists contain a surprisingly high amount of depth. In essence, we follow the lives of two characters at the same time. Teru, who is cheered on by a text-friend whom she has never met, and Kurosaki, who lives a double-life of a school janitor and a hacker. Teru is a girl with a strong will and great sense of justice. She also maintains the common sense that shoujo girls tend to lack. Kurosaki protects Teru behind the shadows, both insuring her safety and comforting her when she feels down. Behind his cruel, extortionist attitude, lies a side of him that is kind, determined, and thoughtful. What is really special about this situation is the fact that we know more--yet less--than both of the main characters.

The plot is, without a doubt, original. If so, what makes it so special? To put it in simple words, it is the pacing in which the story progresses. While the pace of the manga seems trivial to it's overall enjoyment, it is one of the important elements that make Dengeki Daisy truly great. Instead of a sudden twist that tries to force the readers to gain interest, it discretely leaves us hints and slowly reveals the secrets that we are so dying to know. It does not unveil high amounts of information at a time, and yet it does not make us wait for it. The execution is flawless. In this manga, we start out knowing nothing. Conflicts continue to arise as we are given pieces to a puzzle which will explain just what exactly drives the characters to act as they do.

What are DAISY's motivations? How will the character's relationships evolve? What is the truth behind the secret surrounding Teru? For a manga that has so well exceeded many people's expectations so far, there is no doubt that it will continue to deliver a unique and interesting story here on out. Definitely a recommended read.

This is one of my favorite series cause it has everything I'm looking for in a shoujo manga:
- An emotionally strong heroine
- Likeable and interesting characters
- An original and unpredictable plot
- Plenty of romantic scenes between a very functional pairing
- Character development
- Beautiful and unique art style
- Too many laugh-out-loud moments

But more importantly, what I enjoyed the most in this manga is the relationship between the two main characters: Teru and Kurosaki.

I've read plenty of older guy/younger girl series where the male lead has to act as the wise and responsible one - traits that make him more superior to the heroine. It also doesn't help if the female lead is passive and easily intimidated. With such combination, it makes the balance between them seems off. I would drop a series if the pairing doesn't appeal me (yes, no matter how good the plot is).

It's very different in Dengeki Daisy, however. Teru is introduced as a spunky, cheerful and goofy girl but is showed to be more mature, intelligent and independent for her age. As for Kurosaki - although he's a grown-up man, there are times when he acts like a kid around Teru (especially when he's teasing her).

And this is what makes them stand out for me. Despite their age difference, they act more like equals around each other. Their amazing chemistry really made me not mind their slow (but certainly not boring) romance. Aside from their fun teasing/bickering dynamic, I believe that both parties having to compress their feelings makes their romantic scenes deeper and more heart-throbbing. You also get to see them not only grow as a couple, but also as individuals - all because of each other's influence.

If there's something that it lacks, it's an anime series. Really, I can't believe there isn't one yet!

Overall, it's a very awesome and enjoyable series that I actually find myself re-reading my favorite moments and chapters from time to time. Highly recommended!

If there were one shoujo manga I could have everyone read, regardless of gender or personal preference, it'd be this one.

I first heard of it when it began being scanlated (is that a word??) and the summary made me scoff. "I will always protect you.."? What kind of crap is that? Sometime in early 2010, I went by the Dengeki Daisy page on mangaupdates.com and looking at the ratings, I was shocked. An average of 9.1/10? It is a standard unheard of in shoujo manga. The shoujo genre is always one riddled with criticism due to its reliance on cliches and stock characters, however, this one had one glowing review after the other. There must be something great about it if it were rated so high...right?

This led to the following lesson - never underestimate overtly good ratings.

I would start by stating that Dengeki Daisy (or DD, as it will be called now on) is not some incredibly ingenious and new story. I am pretty sure that this story has been done in a lot of media, by a lot of people and to death. Where it differs is execution. Motomi Kyosuke is a brilliant storyteller - he takes this mundane and done concept and puts his own spin on things. He knows what the target demographic wants and he gives it to them without making it obvious and leaving room for wanting more.

STORY - 9/10

There is no surprise in who Daisy is - it is made pretty clear in the first chapter itself. The events that unfold in the manga speak of a larger plot point and the proceedings towards it has been great. What I liked best about it is that despite the fact that DD is a predictable story, the mangaka handles it well. Everytime we're told a little something more about the story, I wasn't surprised by it but it didn't make me bang my head against the wall or scream at the computer screen in frustration. I consider that a good thing in any shoujo manga.

Another great thing about DD is that the romance flows at a believable pace. Midway into the 7th volume and nothing really earthshattering has occured between Teru and Kurosaki but whatever has leaves me to think that this is one of the sweetest shoujo romances I have read in a long time. And how the age difference between these two doesn't bother me is a testament to how great I think this manga is.

The comic timing here is nothing short of absolutely flawless. All comedy comes whenever you least expect it, literally doubling the funny factor. I particularly like the self aware nature of the manga and its cracks on the shoujo genre. An early example of this comes in the first chapter itself when Teru, rather honestly, proclaims that she was the one to break the window and is poor. Kurosaki sweetly claims that it'd be alright and not to worry about it but takes it back almost immediately stating incredulously, "You really think I was going to say that???"

ART - 8/10

I don't judge manga based on art but the story it is telling. I am yet to decided if this is a good thing or bad. DD has a typical shoujo style without being excessively flowery. I enjoyed seeing all of Kurosaki's overhyped reactions and getting his ass kicked by Riko. I must say, Motomi Kyosuke does a great dark and dangerous Kurosaki face.

CHARACTERS - 9/10

DD has a great array of characters. That said, my issue was definitely the fact that some of the back characters stay exactly that till the 7th volume. I could even go far as to state that only Teru and Kurosaki have received any development. However, I am willing to overlook that since the manga isn't finished yet.

Teru is a great shoujo protagonist and I love her to bits. She is the main reason I read shoujo, hoping to find someone like her. While she has suffered hardships in her life, she does not dwell on it and instead chooses to move forward. She does not have any of the unnaturally excessive traits I have come to liken with typical shoujo girls - unwavering optimism, airheadness, naivete and helplessness. Teru is far from these stereotypes. She is independent, intelligent and rational. There are times in the manga when she reacts in what I call a typical shoujo-girl reaction but she always, always turns it right around and surprises me. I love the fact that she breaks all these molds but remains pretty damn human as well, with her own weaknesses.

Kurosaki Tesuku is close and at the same time, pretty far from the shoujo boy stereotype. He is a tsundere character (always my favorite type) which lends to much in terms of the shoujo bashing I mentioned earlier. He is flawed - excessively so. He is rude, violent, mean and he smokes like a chimney (I usually hate that) but is remarkably intelligent and a competent hacker. But offsetting this 'bad' side of him is his inner turmoil relating to the main plot and his feelings for Teru as both Daisy and himself. In these places he is vulnerable and sweet. I love this guy, his dedication to Teru yet the distance he puts between himself and her is a part of the plot too and I am frankly dying to know more.

That said, my favorite back character is definitely Teru's brother, Souchirou. At least the incredibly idiotic side of him. He is hilarious with his sister complex! I am pretty sure we'll be seeing more of him.

ENJOYMENT - 10/10

DD caters to all my needs - shoujo romance, mature angst, nerdy factor (well, I am a computer engineer...) and most of all, comedy. Best of all, its well put. I enjoyed it a lot. My biggest complaint is its addictive nature. DD is so good without it being overtly in your face. It leaves subtle hints along the way making you want to read more - just another volume. Not much to ask right? I can't stop wishing for faster scans.

OVERALL - 9/10

DD is a great manga. I can't stress that enough. While it is no epic love story, it works with what it has so well, you can't help but want more. That is one of the primary reasons I want it to end soon - if it did, I could read the whole thing with satisfaction and stop checking if the latest scans are in yet or not like an obsessive fangirl that I am.

Even though I don't usually read Shoujo, after going back to Kaichou wa Maid-sama, I found this Dengeki Daisy. I thought 'since they are similar why not try it?'

I didn't regret my choice at all, because I do love this manga. I've just recently started, and in just a few hours, I can't stop reading, I've cried MORE than just "a couple times," but I've also laughed, actually laugh.

The art is great; the story line is very interesting and mysterious; even though it has many cliche ideas like hot springs trip and whatnot, it still manages to make it look unique and just plainly interesting. It doesn't have many complicated factors, and just makes everything interesting with just a few jokes. The pace is also good, it's not developing too fast, but not too slow either.

Overall, I would rate this as a 10 because it managed to make me, a yaoi-only-lover, read a shoujo manga.

This manga, is amazing.
Ever since i finished this manga, I kinda find it hard to read other ones because there just not as good as this one.
Everything about it just perfect.. no. More then perfect.
The two main characters in this Manga are really lovable, even the main woman character is lovable. And for me, liking the main woman character never happens.
The love between them is just amazing as well.
There is no sex, there might be a shirtless guy, but as far as I know, this manga is not really a mature one.
Even though its not mature this is definitely a Must Read for me and a lot others.
If you didn't read this manga yet, then your missing out.
Please read it.
You won't regret it.
And if you do, then you either don't like anything interesting or you don't like manga's.

“No matter what happens, I’ll protect you.”

Where have I read this line? Wait. Let me think.

Oh right, from oodles of shoujo mangas I read. I remembered dropping a lot because they were a lot too similar to each other. It just differs from the art to its supporting characters and leads. There’re a lot of arcs being used over and over and over again. Hotsprings, going on field trips, getting locked in a gym storage room and whatnot.

Of course, Dengeki Daisy springs out the cliché plots at its peak.

As another fan of the shoujo genre, I am once again amused on how Motomi Kyousuke handles his way of manga clichés. I never imagined myself loving another shoujo manga to this point. And to add up to that, the author is male. A he, making a shoujo manga that gets a high popularity, now this is something.

So what makes it differ from the others?

Is it the art?

The art is dramatic and humorous often times. Fully detailed, from emotions to bony structures. One thing I noticed was the eyes for every character describes what they are. For instance, Teru’s eyes. They were set to kill. It helps her give the impression of a strong and honest girl. For Kurosaki’s, his eyes gives off the mysterious and arrogant feel. Not that it isn’t cliché, but it gives the characters a sense of individuality.

Is it the storyline?

It follows a story of Teru, a smart girl who lives alone with a cellphone as a memento from her late older brother and Kurosaki, some weird janitor slash programmer who is actually in imminent danger of having his head bald. Joking aside, the cellphone serves as a communication device between Teru and an unknown guy who he calls himself as DAISY. Teru finds him as her security blanket and often emails him on what is going on with her everyday life. Kurosaki, however comes up and treats her as a servant because Teru, as we all know, is poor. She agrees to be his servant to pay off a debt. The story goes on and eventually, this two, seems closer than before. So at the end of reading a short sneakpeak, you end up questioning yourself, who is DAISY? What happens to Teru and Kurosaki?

Dengeki Daisy is actually easy to predict, at first. But then, when you are at the point of making sure that this event is going to happen, it surprises you with another blast, and this is what makes the story interesting.

Is it the humor? The drama?

There’s always a page or two that you can’t help but laugh. A dramatic or romantic scene abruptly shifts to a comical scene makes it double the laughs. It just pops out when you least expected it. I avoid comparing a manga from another but for Dengeki Daisy, in terms of comedy is one of the best I have read. It feels all natural and not too much of a trying hard.

Dengeki Daisy clearly defines what the word drama means. Its emotionality and depth makes the characters more realistic and melodramatic. Though I say it is dramatic, it can be more of mysteric.

Motomi’s good sense of humor and drama makes every chapter healthy in a theoretical sense. He knows what shoujo manga fans look for and he blends it amazingly well together.

Taking a quick look of another shoujo manga wouldn’t hurt, why not give it a try for a change? You’ll never really know unless you give one. You might end up getting bald if you don’t.