>>30695004It really depends on the person. I've seen varying opinions ranging from rage-inducing, downright boredom, to hype incarnate, no matter the arc.
Also note, everything in this series takes place in the same world, so even if one arc is stand-alone, you can bet those characters and events will be referenced or even make cameos/major appearances in later arcs down the line. This doesn't guarantee spoilers, but it helps when you encounter people you don't reconize from previous arcs that suddenly appear out of nowhere.
Anyway, if you want a brief overview:
>RGB: 3 volumes, Kanto region. Red is the main character with his rivals Green and Blue. Basic shounen fare, but very nostalgic if you enjoyed the first gen Pokemon games.
>Yellow:4 volumes, Kanto. Direct sequel to RGB. Yellow is a decent main character that people seem to love or hate. Lots of RGB cameos, highly recommend reading that before this one. Involves PETA and terrorism (years before it became a plotpoint in GenV).
>GSC: 8 volumes, Johto. Many references and major cameos from RGB and Yellow, and directly continues their story 2 years later. Story COMPLETELY deviates from the game's plot, but is generally received as having one of the best finales.
>RS: You've read it, and it's a stand-alone arc anyway, so not many cameos or references. For someone else reading, it's 8 volumes, Hoenn, and is basically a romance monster movie drama.
>FRLG: 3 volumes, Kanto. Takes place 5 years after RGB, Yellow, and GSC. Characters from RGB and GSC make appearances and is a continuation to those arcs. Main story revolves around the Sevii Islands and Team Rocket.
>Emerald: 4 volumes, Hoenn. Is a direct sequel to FRLG and RS. Every previous arc is relevant during this story, and a majority of the main characters make an appearance. Emerald is generally considered one of the worst mains, but the finale is worth it for most.
