Berserk

A manga by Hajime Isayama. The story of humanity's fight for freedom in a world dominated by Titans earned international acclaim for its dark, complex worldview that transcended conventional shonen manga. Its anime adaptation turned it into a global cultural phenomenon.

A grand dark fantasy manga by Kentaro Miura. Set in a medieval European-inspired world, it depicts the brutal revenge saga of one-eyed swordsman Guts. With its overwhelming artistry and profound themes, it is a legendary work that influenced many titles including Dark Souls.

A dark fantasy by Sui Ishida. The story of a protagonist torn between ghouls and humans exceeded 47 million copies worldwide, with particular European popularity.

A dark fantasy manga by Kentaro Miura following swordsman Guts, serializing since 1989. Set in a medieval fantasy world, it depicts characters struggling against tragic fate. Known for its deep psychological insights and epic narrative, it achieved international acclaim as a masterpiece in manga.

A psychological thriller manga by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. A high school student acquires a notebook that kills when he writes names in it, attempting to become a god. Featuring intricate strategy and psychological tension, it inspired anime and live-action film adaptations achieving international acclaim. It established new methods of depicting psychological warfare in shonen manga.

An adult dark fantasy manga by Kentaro Miura depicting swordmaster Guts' epic journey through a brutal world. Its overwhelmingly superior artwork, profound narrative, and mature darkness transcended shonen manga conventions, achieving international critical acclaim. It significantly contributed to establishing the dark fantasy genre.