First off i would like to say i haven't actually ever read any Outlaw Star mangas cuz to be honest I've never actually ever found one but if i do I'll be sure to fill you in on how it was compared to the anime that we all know and love. Still I did some lookin up on the net and found out a little bout the manga first off the people look more rugged and edgier and the story line is sorta the same but there are some small differences and some big differences. Well thats all I know about the manga take a look at some pictures that i have of the manga.