The story centers on the members of Paperboy as they plot their final act of vengeance against a corrupt politician. Tension escalates when one co-conspirator, plagued by guilt, betrays the group by alerting the police. As the Anti Cyber Crimes Division intensifies its pursuit, the stakes rise for the remaining members, highlighting themes of loyalty, morality, and the consequences of their actions.
In a gripping narrative, two Japanese detectives, Ken Mizoguchi and Nao Inoue, delve into a series of gruesome murders linked to a looming global pandemic. As they piece together clues, they uncover a deadly parasite threatening millions. Their investigation leads them to a mysterious photographer, but the clock is ticking as the infection spreads. This horror-thriller intertwines elements of detective work with biological terror, promising a fast-paced and suspenseful read that explores the depths of human intrigue and the fight against an unseen enemy.
As Paperboy starts to issue video warnings of crims they plan to commit against ever-larger targets of internet outrage, Lt. Yoshino and the Anti-Cyber Crimes Division attempt to get one step ahead of the newspaper-masked terrorist group. But even as these vigilantes contend with the authorities, the greatest threat to their master plans may come from a totally unexpected place--within their tightly-knit core.
Set against the backdrop of the digital age, a vigilante dons a newspaper mask and livestreams his acts of revenge, challenging societal norms. Meanwhile, a newly established police division confronts the rise of internet crime. As a group of marginalized individuals seeks justice for a lost friend, they navigate the complexities of online power dynamics, raising questions about morality, justice, and the impact of technology on society.
Amidst a looming manmade pandemic, two detectives investigate a series of mysterious deaths linked to active mosquitoes carrying the filariasis parasite. Inspector Mizoguchi is determined to track down his main suspect, but his exposure to an infected individual puts him in a race against time. This gripping horror-thriller intertwines a detective narrative with biological horror, as the characters confront a deadly conspiracy that could lead to a catastrophic outbreak. Tetsuya Tsutsui's artwork enhances the tension in this tightly paced story.
Two detectives, Ken Mizoguchi and Nao Inoue, navigate a chilling investigation filled with mysterious deaths that leads them to a sinister conspiracy involving a biological threat. As they connect the dots between a naked man, a roundworm from Botswana, and a series of murders, they uncover a plot that could unleash a deadly epidemic. The mastermind behind this scheme is driven by deep resentment and a desire to expose society's failings. The gripping narrative culminates in a race against time to thwart his deadly plan.
IT’S NOT A JOKE ANYMORE Can a masked internet vigilante who foretells his real-life acts of vengeance before committing them rattle society into human decency, at long last? Finally available as a one-volume complete edition, Prophecy's stunning prescience only burns brighter since its first serialization in 2011. Winner of the Japan Media Arts Festival Manga Excellence Prize and le Prix Asie de la Critique ACBD laureate Tetsuya Tsutsui has published hard-hitting comics since the dawn of our brave new century. Prophecy was adapted into a live-action theatrical feature as well as a TV drama. PRAISE FOR THE ORIGINAL NORTH AMERICAN RELEASE "Prophecy seems more relevant than ever now [...] A tough manga to put down, and it doesn'’t let up until the case is fully closed." —Otaku USA "It’s the old vigilante conundrum brought into a very present day, and Prophecy really is hard to put down. […] It feels like a timely book, but more than that it’s a good one and one that keeps you thinking throughout." —Anime News Network "Prophecy is a mature, chilling, and realistic series […] One of the strongest series to debut this year.—Manga Bookshelf
Der spektakuläre neue Thriller von Tetsuya Tsutsui! Die zweibändige Geschichte spielt 2019 in Tokyo. Im Vorfeld der Olympischen Spiele bricht sich der Puritanismus Bahn: bei Säuberungsaktionen wird vermeintlich Anstößiges aus dem Stadtbild eliminiert, und das gesellschaftliche Klima wird immer angespannter. Zeitgleich muss ein junger Nachwuchszeichner zusehen, wie sein Horror-Manga vom Markt genommen wird, weil er bestimmten Personen ein Dorn im Auge ist... Eine spannender, realitätsnahe Story, in dem Tsutsui die Themen Zensur und Meinungsfreiheit - und sogar die historische Comic-Hatz der 50er- und 60er-Jahre in den USA - in einen sehr glaubwürdigen Reality-Thriller verpackt. Im Anhang erläutert Tsutsui dabei auch seine persönliche Motivation hinter der Entstehung dieser Geschichte.
Mit Hilfe eines Hackers folgt die Polizei den Spuren, die der Verursacher der Filarien-Epidemie hinterlassen hat. Doch dann bricht die Krankheit bei Kommissar Mizoguchi aus. Mit trauriger Entschlossenheit und dem Mut der Verzweiflung macht Inoue auf eigene Faust weiter. Währenddessen wird bereits der nächste bioterroristische Anschlag vorbereitet…
Ein gefährlicher Parasit hält die Polizei in Atem. Die Kommissare Mizoguchi und Inoue finden heraus, dass diese Würmer wohl absichtlich nach Tokyo gebracht wurden, um Verbrecher zu infizieren und diese damit zu bestrafen. Durch eine Verkettung unglücklicher Umstände greift die Infektion allerdings auf die Bevölkerung über und droht, sich zu einer schlimmen Epidemie auszuweiten...
