Title

Historie

Also known as: ヒストリエ, HISTORIĒ, ยูเมเนส จอมคนพลิกโลก

by Hitoshi Iwaaki

Score from AniList: 81/100releasing

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After shocking the world with Parasyte, Hitoshi Iwaaki is back with a series he's been aching to tackle since even before his pro manga debut! A historical epic set in ancient times, Historie tells the story of Eumenes, a young man with quick wits and a vast destiny to fulfill. In time, he'll become a famed army commander and personal secretary to Alexander the Great—but the road to this glory is fraught with danger… " (Source: K MANGA) Note: Won the 16th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize's Grand Prize in 2012 and the 14th Japan Media Arts Festival Grand Prize for Manga.

Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 4/5

A sweeping ancient-history epic from Hitoshi Iwaaki, following a clever young man's rise through the wars of Alexander's world.

Pros

Thoughtful, layered political and military drama
Strong sense of ancient history and era
Clever lead whose wit drives the plot

Cons

Dense and talky in places
Historical detail can be heavy going

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From the creator of Parasyte comes a historical epic set in ancient times. The lead is a young man with quick wits and a destiny far bigger than his origins, and the road ahead is full of danger.The strongest element is the sense of history. The political and military manoeuvring feels grounded, and the era comes alive through its courts, camps and campaigns. The lead's cleverness drives the plot, and the story rewards careful reading.The weakness is density. The series can be talky, and some stretches of historical detail are heavy going. Readers who want fast action may find the pace slow to start.If you enjoy seinen historical drama with political depth, this is a standout. It asks you to pay attention, and it repays that attention. Expect sharp minds, layered intrigue and a story that treats history as a living thing.