Evolution System: Rise of the Devourer

By the way, what is the name of the girl that one of the world powers took

try Glory(esports) if you havent read it already, it would probably bust your gut from laughter or make you hide in your pillow from time to time due to the shamelessness of the ML, there are also sad parts but it's really good

someone give me an overview of this novel before i read it rq

Incest is a highly taboo subject, and rightly so. The greatest accomplishment of Koi Kaze is its ability to tackle this topic in a balanced and mature manner, avoiding both trivialization and excessive sexualization. For this reason, I must commend it.

The storyline is fairly straightforward: two siblings unknowingly meet before realizing their blood relation, sharing a fleeting romantic connection. Upon discovering the truth, they grapple with the conflicting emotions of attraction and the desire to adhere to societal norms.

The characters are predominantly ordinary individuals who respond realistically to the situation. The main character, while somewhat flawed, remains sympathetic.

The art style is consistently solid; however, it's typical for an early 2000s manga, nothing extraordinary.

In terms of critique, the series is somewhat brief—there was certainly potential to extend the narrative and introduce more developments.

In the end, this is a forbidden love story that is equally sorrowful and sweet. It's worth reading, even if the subject matter causes discomfort.

Plot: 7  
Characters: 7.5  
Art: 7.5  
Enjoyment: 9.5

Koi Kaze is a manga series created by Motoi Yoshida, exploring a taboo relationship between two closely related characters, in a familial context. Indeed, the sweet and innocent depiction of the main character on the cover of the first volume served as a smokescreen.

While it had a celebrated anime adaptation and was available in North America as a DVD release, the manga itself never received an official English translation. This is unfortunate because the manga offered a more complete narrative compared to its anime counterpart.

Though the story tackled mature themes, the author skillfully navigated them. The story certainly made you feel uneasy, but it was never gratuitous.

It all began when Nanaoka and Koushirou had a memorable meeting in the subway, which led to the high school girl and the salaryman sharing a ferris wheel gondola. As they hovered mid-air above the city, they shared their recent heartbreaks, with Nanaoka offering comfort to the older man. After the ride, they discovered that they were estranged siblings.

In Koi Kaze, the author crafted a well-written story with well-developed characters. The art style effectively conveys the emotions of the characters. It is a beautifully tragic love story that delves into the taboo subject in a mature and realistic way.

I'm glad I read it.  

Much smarter than all mangas with a similar topic that I've read, and not as mainstream as the majority of manga in general—that's why I loved reading this one so much.  

I think the fact that the hero is an adult is really cool. There aren't many mangas like that, at least not that I know of (like Monster, Rurouni Kensin, partly Death Note, Gintama...), and it's much more enjoyable to read them because, as a reader, you're not treated like a 13-year-old child. The plot is mature, and not so random or senseless.

story:  
The story is exquisitely tragic. The profound sense of sorrow that stems from the notion of forbidden, impossible love is powerfully conveyed in 'Koi Kaze.' Many people undoubtedly harbor disdain for incestuous relationships. Why? Because such unions are deemed immoral, or perhaps they simply cannot fathom falling in love with their own sibling. However, this manga challenges these often self-centered preconceptions about incestuous connections.  

Two siblings reunite after being separated for nearly eighteen years and fall deeply in love. This kind of love is often dismissed as "wrong." Yet, 'Koi Kaze' questions the rationale behind such judgments by offering a glimpse into the struggles faced by its protagonists as they embark on a journey to find their answers. A love that cannot be fulfilled, unsupported by anyone, and seemingly destined not to exist—why must it be so?  

The concept of this forbidden relationship carries an undeniable melancholy, and I truly believe the manga has been crafted skillfully to reflect this. Nevertheless, I feel it could have been more dramatic. Despite the plot's potential, I found that even during the most intense, climactic moments, it lacked the emotional punch to deeply resonate with me. Still, it was sufficient to make me empathize with the protagonists' perspectives and imagine their pain, sorrow, depression, and countless other emotions.  

art:  
This was a drawback for me. The artwork was somewhat lackluster and almost led me to abandon the manga altogether if not for the compelling plot, which made up for the dull visuals.  

Characters:  
The character designs represent ordinary individuals. The protagonists are neither excessively wealthy nor impoverished. The male lead isn't the stereotypical prince charming surrounded by admirers, nor is the female lead a beauty idolized by everyone at school. They are simply typical, relatable people like you and me. This aspect was crucial in giving the manga a realistic tone and enhancing the plot's effectiveness.  

Overall, I highly recommend 'Koi Kaze,' particularly to those who detest incestuous relationships. I believe this manga has the power to transform opinions—from hatred to understanding, from revulsion to compassion.  

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Incest. One of the numerous taboos imposed by a judgmental society. It's universally regarded as immoral and wrong in every possible way. To put it metaphorically, incest is akin to a visually-disastrous model that neither an average painter nor photographer would ever consider; it's that unappealing, no matter which angle it's viewed from. Particularly if this topic were to be discussed in my home country, the Philippines, known as the only country in Asia where Roman Catholicism is the predominant religion. The mere suggestion of bringing up such a discussion in my homeland could lead one to be suspected of harboring those tendencies, and worse still, being ostracized by society for a long time...

Story-wise, Koi Kaze narrates the struggles of 27-year-old Koshiro Saeki and 15-year-old Nanoka Kohinata, actual blood-related siblings who haven't seen each other for over a decade. A fateful meeting between them sets the stage for a breathtaking plot that gradually unfolds over time. While many critique the ending for leaving readers to speculate about what happens next, I find this entirely understandable. If this were a real-life story, only an unseen 'Supreme Being' could answer the unspoken questions in the minds of those concerned about the two. After all, 'the future's not ours to see,' as a song lyric goes. For Koshiro and Nanoka, 'whatever will be, will be.'

Admittedly, if the story wasn't so realistic and compelling, I wouldn't have bothered reading a single page of this manga due to its artwork at first glance. However, the more I read, the more my opinion on the artwork evolved. Sure, it may not match the quality of even more recent and contemporary manga titles, but given the primary theme of this manga and the pacing of the plot, the artwork feels mellow and relaxing in contrast.

Character-wise, Koshiro and Nanoka are portrayed in the most realistic manner possible for an incest-themed story. Their struggle with their feelings for each other, despite the obvious taboo surrounding their developing relationship, adds depth to the plot. Their efforts to conceal their relationship from the prying eyes and ears of society mirror what one might encounter in real life, should they know or be acquainted with someone in such a situation.

Initially, upon discovering this title through random searches on Wikipedia, I didn't expect much. I thought no other incest-themed anime or manga could satisfy me like Yosuga no Sora and Aki Sora. However, Koi Kaze proved me wrong in many ways, leaving me utterly astonished. By the time I finished reading, I found myself enjoying Koi Kaze more than I had enjoyed or been satisfied with the aforementioned two titles.

Overall, Koi Kaze is a must-read for those with an open mind towards the sensitive taboo subject it addresses. It's something I would recommend with probably a dozen words of caution to those unfamiliar with this theme in any work of fiction across any medium of presentation.