[Rogozhin]

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20th Century Boys / 20 Seiki Shounen

Story : About a guy named Kenji and his friends, highlighting certain years in their lives. One of his childhood friends, whose identity remains unknown until later in the story, labels himself as "Friend" ("Friend" garners public support by prophesising and showcasing his supernatural powers via seminars). He has wicked intentions however and uses the childhood creations of Kenji and co. to cause mayhem (enacting the dreadful events stated in the book of prophecy, making use of the robot and weapon designs etc). He eventually becomes an extremely powerful figure through deception, consuming the government and molding his own society, one in which he reigns supreme and the citizens are brainwashed into believing his lies. His committee keep dissidents in check, either having them "excommunicated" (killed) or sent off to "amusement" parks to have their principles reworked.

Complicated with plenty of twists, the plot is very well developed and unpredictable. Nothing cliche and nothing haphazardly thrown in.

Art - Beautiful, detailed drawings. Characters look more human than in most anime/manga I've come across.

Overall - 9.5/10 Very interesting and thought provoking. There's always something that you're dying to find out because something is always left unknown. Give it a go.