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In a city so dismal it's known only as "the Hole," a clan of Sorcerers have been plucking people off the streets to use as guinea pigs for atrocious "experiments" in the black arts. In a dark alley, Nikaido found Caiman, a man with a reptile head and a bad case of amnesia. To undo the spell, they're hunting and killing the Sorcerers in the Hole, hoping that eventually they'll kill the right one. But when En, the head Sorcerer, gets word of a lizard-man slaughtering his people, he sends a crew of "cleaners" into the Hole, igniting a war between two worlds. -- VIZ Media
In the grim city of 'the Hole,' where Sorcerers experiment on unwilling victims, a reptilian-headed amnesiac named Caiman and his ally Nikaido hunt down those responsible for his condition. Caiman, driven by the need to regain his memories and undo the spell that transformed him, faces relentless opposition from the powerful Sorcerers who control the city. The narrative unfolds through a gritty, often surreal lens, depicting a brutal struggle for survival and identity within a world governed by dark magic and violence. The story follows Caiman and Nikaido as they navigate the dangerous underworld, clashing with En, the formidable head Sorcerer, and his elite
Dorohedoro, Vol. 1 is a manga that plunges readers into a uniquely grim and violent world, immediately establishing its distinctive tone and premise. The narrative's strength lies in its visceral depiction of a brutal urban landscape and the desperate quest of its amnesiac protagonist. Readers are drawn into the chaotic struggle between Caiman and the powerful Sorcerers, setting the stage for a complex and often shocking series. The artwork and imaginative, albeit disturbing, concepts contribute to its memorable impact. The initial volume effectively hooks the audience with its blend of dark fantasy, action, and a compelling mystery surrounding Caiman's identity and curse.
Page Count:
167
Publication Date:
2012-09-11
Publisher:
VIZ Media LLC
ISBN-10:
1421552094
ISBN-13:
9781421552095
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