It is the quintessential psychological thriller. The intellectual battle between Light and L is legendary. Monster (Manga highly recommended) The Vibe: A grounded, chilling neo-noir mystery.
Guts, a lone mercenary, wanders a world filled with demons and betrayal.
| Manga | Why read it? | Status | | --------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------- | | | Dark fantasy masterpiece. Intense art, deep themes. | Ongoing (hiatus) | | One Piece | Longest-running adventure epic. World-building unmatched. | Ongoing | | Vagabond | Samurai philosophical drama based on Miyamoto Musashi. Gorgeous art. | Hiatus | | Goodnight Punpun | Psychological coming-of-age. Beautifully bleak. | Complete | | Chainsaw Man | Wild, gory, unpredictable. Fast-paced and funny. | Part 2 ongoing | | Solo Leveling (manhwa) | Korean webtoon – weak hunter becomes OP. Addictive power fantasy. | Complete | | 20th Century Boys | Mystery thriller spanning decades. From creator of Monster . | Complete |
Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a talented brain surgeon, chooses to save a young boy's life over a powerful politician's. Years later, he discovers that the boy he saved has grown into a cold-blooded serial killer.