Title

Innocent

Also known as: イノサン, 純真之人

by Shinichi Sakamoto, Masakatsu Adachi

Score from AniList: 81/100finished9 volumes99 chapters

Drama Psychological More like Innocent

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In the 18th century, seeking "freedom and equality," the event that gave birth to modern French society, the French Revolution, began. There was one protagonist that lived within the darkness, Charles-Henri Sanson. He was the fourth-generation head of the Sanson family, and the executioner of Paris. This is the story of a man nobly facing his harsh fate... (Source: Shueisha, translated) Notes: - Nominated for the 18th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize "Reader Award" in 2014 - Nominated for the 8th Manga Taishou Award in 2015.

Chapters available: 99
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A grim, historically rooted drama about a family of executioners during the French Revolution, with a sober tone and real moral weight.

Pros

A striking, historically grounded premise
A thoughtful look at duty and moral conflict
Serious, measured storytelling

Cons

The violence and gore are intense
The tone is bleak for much of the run

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Innocent is a grim, historically rooted drama set during the French Revolution. Its lead is the head of a family of executioners in Paris, and the story is about a man facing a harsh fate with a sense of duty and moral weight. The premise is striking, and the historical detail is carefully handled. The series treats its protagonist seriously, and its questions about violence, responsibility and the cost of loyalty are thoughtful. The storytelling is measured and serious, which gives it a distinct tone. The honest cons: the violence and gore are intense, and the bleakness can be hard to sit with over the full run. The pacing is deliberate, and some readers may want more forward motion. Still, it is a mature, sobering work for readers who want historical drama with teeth. If you can handle its darkness, it is worth reading.