Screw is both written and illustrated by Kaori Yuki, the creator behind the Godchild series. Unlike her usual gothic fiction and mystery works, this manga dives into science fiction and action. In 1992, Neji and his fiancée are kidnapped and brutally murdered. For reasons yet unknown, Neji is cryogenically frozen by a mysterious organization called GERA.
By 2033, Neji has become a Reverent, a scientifically engineered undead with incredible supernatural powers. He emerges as a skilled assassin but struggles with blurred memories of his past. GERA assigns Neji alongside two other undead killers, Luzer and Batsu, to eliminate their enemies.
Neji discovers that GERA plans to conduct medical experiments on his fiancée, prompting him to rebel against them and go rogue. Joining forces with Luzer and Batsu, he sets out to stop the malevolent GERA organization.
The futuristic world's design is intricately detailed, reminiscent of Kaori Yuki's fantasy-oriented works.
The manga is divided into three chapters, each with its own narrative. The absence of padding or filler ensures a fast-paced storyline, giving readers only a brief introduction to the characters and their roles. The plot twists are effective, keeping the story unpredictable. It shares similarities with James O Barr's "The Crow" graphic novel, blending similar motifs and writing styles while retaining themes from Kaori Yuki’s works like Godchild.
The undead characters retain human traits, all having lost loved ones during their lifetimes, carrying painful memories of their deaths. Each page unveils snippets of the characters' past lives, adding depth and evoking sympathy from the reader. Neji and his companions find it challenging to adapt to the new environment, striving to survive in it.
Overall, the story ideas are intriguing and thought-provoking, especially considering the real-life trend of people freezing their bodies with hopes of future revival. The art style is highly detailed, drawing readers into the pages. Character designs are unique with relatable goals. However, the personalities of the characters feel underdeveloped, leaving much of the world's lore unexplained. Some characters serve merely as plot devices, lacking substantial involvement in the story. There is limited character development throughout the narrative.
The villains lack memorability, with GERA being another stereotypical evil corporation aiming to dominate the world through illegal means such as human experimentation and slavery.
This manga offers an acceptable story that could have been more compelling. <p>
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By 2033, Neji has become a Reverent, a scientifically engineered undead with incredible supernatural powers. He emerges as a skilled assassin but struggles with blurred memories of his past. GERA assigns Neji alongside two other undead killers, Luzer and Batsu, to eliminate their enemies.
Neji discovers that GERA plans to conduct medical experiments on his fiancée, prompting him to rebel against them and go rogue. Joining forces with Luzer and Batsu, he sets out to stop the malevolent GERA organization.
The futuristic world's design is intricately detailed, reminiscent of Kaori Yuki's fantasy-oriented works.
The manga is divided into three chapters, each with its own narrative. The absence of padding or filler ensures a fast-paced storyline, giving readers only a brief introduction to the characters and their roles. The plot twists are effective, keeping the story unpredictable. It shares similarities with James O Barr's "The Crow" graphic novel, blending similar motifs and writing styles while retaining themes from Kaori Yuki’s works like Godchild.
The undead characters retain human traits, all having lost loved ones during their lifetimes, carrying painful memories of their deaths. Each page unveils snippets of the characters' past lives, adding depth and evoking sympathy from the reader. Neji and his companions find it challenging to adapt to the new environment, striving to survive in it.
Overall, the story ideas are intriguing and thought-provoking, especially considering the real-life trend of people freezing their bodies with hopes of future revival. The art style is highly detailed, drawing readers into the pages. Character designs are unique with relatable goals. However, the personalities of the characters feel underdeveloped, leaving much of the world's lore unexplained. Some characters serve merely as plot devices, lacking substantial involvement in the story. There is limited character development throughout the narrative.
The villains lack memorability, with GERA being another stereotypical evil corporation aiming to dominate the world through illegal means such as human experimentation and slavery.
This manga offers an acceptable story that could have been more compelling. <p>
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