King of Thorn
Also known as: Ibara no Ou, いばらの王, Ibara no Oh, King of Thorns, O Senhor dos Espinhos, Le Roi des Ronces, Повелители терний, König der Dornen, 古城荆棘王
by Yuuji Iwahara
Two twins, separated by fatal illness and a selective cure. Kasumi and her sister, Shizuku, were infected with the Medusa virus, which slowly turns the victim to stone. There is no cure, but of the two only Kasumi is selected to go into a sort of cryogenically frozen state along with 159 others until a cure is found. At some point in the undetermined future, Kasumi awakens to find herself and others who were in suspended animation in an unfamiliar world with violent monsters. Resolving to unlock the mysteries of her current situation and the fate of her twin sister, Kasumi struggles to survive in a treacherous world. (Source: TOKYOPOP)
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The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A grim, thoughtful sci-fi drama about twins fighting a stone-turning plague, with a bleak but compelling vision of the future.
Pros
- Striking, dark sci-fi concept
- Thoughtful themes about sacrifice and survival
Cons
- Violence and tragedy are heavy
- Pacing can slow during reflective stretches
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Two twins, Kasumi and Shizuku, were infected with the Medusa virus, which slowly turns its victims to stone. There is no cure, but of the two sisters, one may be able to survive. The premise is a bleak sci-fi drama about sacrifice, survival and the cost of a choice made under terrible pressure.The strength is the concept. The stone-turning disease is a striking and unsettling idea, and the bond between the twins gives the story emotional weight. The art and world design are atmospheric and cold.The weaknesses are about tone. The story is heavy and tragic, and some reflective passages slow the momentum. Readers wanting a lighter read will find it difficult.Recommended for fans of dark, thoughtful sci-fi with emotional stakes. Expect a sombre, rewarding read that does not look away from its tragedy.
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