A Dark Fantasy World Where Gods are a Double-Edged Sword in 'After God'
In a world where gods have descended upon humanity, sifting through the noise to find something with staying power can be overwhelming. However, 'After God' by Sumi Eno has captured the attention of manga enthusiasts everywhere. This dark-fantasy series quietly builds an intriguing premise that will leave readers both entranced and unsettled.
The premise revolves around creatures known as gods, who are so powerful that they cannot be captured through photographs. To see them is to risk being transformed into water - a fate worse than death for any human. The only way to look at these beings is to do so in person, with all the emotional trauma and destruction that comes with it.
The series takes a unique approach by exploring the complexities of polytheism in the modern age. As gods begin to invade human society, various factions emerge: those who worship them as deities, anti-god researchers seeking to eradicate them, and individuals who see them as threats to their humanity. This duality creates a moral gray area that raises more questions than answers.
Waka Kamikura, the protagonist of 'After God,' is a high school student searching for her missing friend. Her journey leads her into a world of danger zones where gods reside, leaving ecological disasters in their wake. As she navigates this treacherous landscape, Waka discovers that she has the eyes of a god and harbors a more violent identity.
Throughout the series, Eno's artwork brings to life these dark creatures with haunting beauty. The illustrator masterfully crafts an atmosphere of distrust, as characters use each other for their own gain. This is offset by moments of humor and pathos, making 'After God' a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will keep readers hooked.
Ultimately, this series is perfect for those seeking a manga experience with complex world-building, a diverse cast, and stunning visuals. The adult themes, moral ambiguity, and dark fantasy elements make it an unforgettable read. If you're ready to dive into a thought-provoking and visually stunning series, 'After God' is definitely worth adding to your shelf.
In a world where gods have descended upon humanity, sifting through the noise to find something with staying power can be overwhelming. However, 'After God' by Sumi Eno has captured the attention of manga enthusiasts everywhere. This dark-fantasy series quietly builds an intriguing premise that will leave readers both entranced and unsettled.
The premise revolves around creatures known as gods, who are so powerful that they cannot be captured through photographs. To see them is to risk being transformed into water - a fate worse than death for any human. The only way to look at these beings is to do so in person, with all the emotional trauma and destruction that comes with it.
The series takes a unique approach by exploring the complexities of polytheism in the modern age. As gods begin to invade human society, various factions emerge: those who worship them as deities, anti-god researchers seeking to eradicate them, and individuals who see them as threats to their humanity. This duality creates a moral gray area that raises more questions than answers.
Waka Kamikura, the protagonist of 'After God,' is a high school student searching for her missing friend. Her journey leads her into a world of danger zones where gods reside, leaving ecological disasters in their wake. As she navigates this treacherous landscape, Waka discovers that she has the eyes of a god and harbors a more violent identity.
Throughout the series, Eno's artwork brings to life these dark creatures with haunting beauty. The illustrator masterfully crafts an atmosphere of distrust, as characters use each other for their own gain. This is offset by moments of humor and pathos, making 'After God' a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will keep readers hooked.
Ultimately, this series is perfect for those seeking a manga experience with complex world-building, a diverse cast, and stunning visuals. The adult themes, moral ambiguity, and dark fantasy elements make it an unforgettable read. If you're ready to dive into a thought-provoking and visually stunning series, 'After God' is definitely worth adding to your shelf.
, like something out of a psychological horror movie. And the fact that Waka has godly eyes and is hiding her true self? Mind blown 
. I love how it explores polytheism and the gray areas between worshiping them as gods or seeing them as threats. The artwork sounds stunning too 
. But what really caught my attention was how 'After God' isn't just about action & fantasy – it's also a deep dive into human psychology, emotions & relationships 
. Overall, I think fans of dark fantasy and complex storytelling will love this series!
... so gods can't be photographed because they'd turn you into water? that's literally insane 
... and the fact that humans are divided on whether to worship or destroy them creates such a moral grey area 
... i need more info on waka kamikura tho, who is she and what makes her special? 
what kind of themes can you expect from this series? 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to see a god up close, but also risk becoming water 
? It's like a paradox.
. Overall, I think this series is going to be a wild ride - full of twists and turns that will keep me hooked! 
& can we pls talk about the "protagonist" aka waka? girl's got some major issues 
she literally hunts down these powerful beings without a care, meanwhile her friend's still missin' 
doesn't make sense to me. btw the artwork is def on point tho 
. THE ARTWORK IS TRULY STUNNING, WITH EACH PAGE FEELING LIKE A MASTERPIECE 
the way they explore polytheism in our modern world is so fascinating, especially with how it's portrayed as both powerful & destructive. I also love Waka's character development - she's got a great balance between vulnerability & strength 
. And can we talk about the artwork? Sumi Eno's style is just gorgeous 
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! Waka's transformation from normal high school girl to god-like being is so unsettling it's like you're right there with her 
I think 'After God' does a great job of making us question those assumptions.
. i love how this series explores polytheism in modern times too - it's like, we're living in a world where mythology is all around us, but we don't always know what's real and what's not.
. I'm shipping this series to everyone I know, trust me you guys will LOVE it 
it's got everything: dark fantasy, mystery, romance... what more could you want?! 
. The whole premise of these gods descending upon humanity, with all the craziness that comes with it... it's like something straight outta a H.P. Lovecraft novel! But what really gets me is how it explores polytheism in modern times - it's like they're trying to tackle the same themes we used to debate about online forums back when we were just discovering anime and manga 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to be a high school student with godly eyes? But for real though, Eno's artwork is top-notch - it's like you're right there in the midst of all that chaos and destruction 
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. And let's talk about Eno's artwork, it's like nothing I've ever seen before 
! The way she brings these dark creatures to life with such beauty and menace is just stunning.
. These gods might be powerful, but they're also flawed and multifaceted, just like us 
. And the way the author explores polytheism in modern society, with all its complexities and moral gray areas... it's like, whoa! 
. The concept of gods being a double-edged sword is so intriguing, especially with the whole transformation into water thing... that's just wild