The famous duo of mangakas Akira Himekawaknown for its iconic manga adaptation of The Legend of Zelda, has launched a new project titled Kamudo.
After almost 25 years of dedication to the Zelda franchise and more than 30 years in the industry, these talented creators venture into an epic original story, released in October 2024.
Kamudoserialized by VIZ Mediais a fantasy story that explores a world created by dragons and maintained over millions of years, now on the verge of collapse.
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A Story Rich in Fantasy: The fascinating universe of Kamudo
From its first page, Kamudo transports the reader to a stunning visual setting: a young man watches an erupting volcano from a cliff, while other disasters shake the ocean. We soon discover that the young man has an arm non-humanwhich adds mystery to his figure.
This prologue is intertwined with a narrative rich in mythology: the land known as Ofa formerly floating archipelago called Hinoruchiwas ruled by half-human and half-beast beings called demi-beings, before the arrival of humans.
The story begins with Elder Garaan old demi dragon who tells young dragons the origin of the world: a portal called Kamudo, which channels the “breath of God” (Prana) and gave life to the first dragon.
This dragon created the Dragon Pulsethe energy that flows through all life. The runes and engravings used to manipulate this Pulse give a glimpse into the world's power system.
An Absorbing Home: The Impressive Aesthetics of Kamudo
The opening chapter divides its narrative into two parts. The first establishes the foundations of the universe and its lore, introducing us to the utopian domain of Ryūgū-jōa sanctuary of the demi-dragons built on an immense Pulse Tree.
This place is the epicenter of New Winds Festivala celebration of new births that occurs every two cycles. Himekawa stands out for an exhibition that, combined with meticulous art, perfectly reflects the fantastic character of the world.
Each panel is packed with detail, from the vibrant landscapes to the unique design of each demi-dragon.
However, the calm is broken when Lady Ryusuithe first immortal dragon, warns We are about his imminent death, signaling the beginning of an era of change.
Promising Characters: Careful presentations that predict conflict
Towards the end of the first chapter, he is introduced to Shigurua traveling demi-wolf scarred by the kidnapping of his son at the hands of bandits. Shiguru is located in Ryūgū-jō just as the festival reaches its climax. A conflict breaks out when a demi-leopard attempts to steal a priceless dragon egg, a symbol of fortune or calamity.
In a brief but intense fight, Shiguru saves the egg just before a unique creature is born: a being with human characteristics and a draconic arm.
Elder recognizes this creature as Manthe “son of God” and a harbinger of the end of a millennial era. Kamuna's story officially begins in the second chapter, which moves a few years into the future.
An Unmissable Experience
with his art flawlessa world vibrant full of possibilities and a narrative promisingKamudo is emerging as a essential. Available on the website of VIZ Mediais a work that the followers of Himekawa and fans of the genre won't want to miss it.
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