The Summit of the Gods
Also known as: Kamigami no Itadaki, 神々の山嶺, Gipfel der Götter, La cumbre de los dioses, Le Sommet des Dieux, La vetta degli dei, 神之山岭, Szczyt bogów, Vrh bogova
by Baku Yumemakura, Jirou Taniguchi
With what may be Mallory’s camera found and lost, photographer Fukamachi delves deeper into the life of the mysterious character Bikha Sanp – the “Venomous Snake” – convinced that he is, in reality, the legendary mountaineer Jouji Habu. The more he digs the more he reveals of the lives of both Habu and his constant nemesis Tsuneo Hase as they each struggle against their own limitations and the perceived achievements of the other. It is a tale of obsession to succeed, to be the first – always. But as he penetrates the darkness of these men’s psyches he finds himself being laid bare and bound to the mountain in this raw human drama. (Source: Potent Mon)
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The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A gripping mountaineering mystery about obsession, rivalry and the cost of being first, with stunning mountain art and a stubborn intensity.
Pros
- Breathtaking mountain scenes and atmosphere
- Layered mystery that unfolds with real patience
- Complicated rivalry explored with depth
Cons
- Dense and text-heavy at times
- Deliberate pacing may test some readers
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Read the full take
A photographer chasing a camera lost on a mountain becomes obsessed with a mysterious climber known by a nickname. The premise is a mystery wrapped around a real rivalry, and it grows more gripping as the trail leads back in time.The strongest element is the art. The mountain scenes are breathtaking, and the sense of altitude and danger comes through in every panel. The patient structure lets the rivalry unfold in layers, and both men are drawn with real depth.The weakness is pace. The series is deliberate, dense and at times text-heavy, and readers who want quick payoffs may find it slow. The mystery demands attention, and some stretches are heavy on exposition.If you enjoy thoughtful, adult drama about ambition and obsession, this is essential. It is a slow climb to a dramatic summit. Expect breathtaking scenery, an ambitious rivalry and a story that asks what success really costs.
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