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Mentioned in 2 episodes

20th century boys

Book • 2003
The story follows Kenji Endo, a middle-aged man who manages a convenience store and takes care of his niece Kanna.

After his friend Donkey's reported suicide, Kenji discovers that a cult led by 'Friend' is enacting a plan from their childhood 'Book of Prophecy'.

As events unfold, Kenji and his former classmates must piece together the prophecy to stop Friend's sinister plans, which include a terrorist attack on New Year's Eve 2000 and a global pandemic.

The series explores themes of nostalgia, friendship, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences on adult life.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentionné par
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Guillaume Poggiaspalla
, qui associe la campagne publicitaire de Friend.com à ce manga.
45 snips
Les AMI IA du 21ème siècle
Mentioned by
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Ada Palmer
when discussing the trauma of growing up expecting the city of tomorrow and then hitting the year 2000.
17 snips
Existential Hope Special: Ada Palmer | On How Speculative Worlds Can Help Us Demand A Better Future
Recommended by
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Federico Vitici
as his all-time favorite manga, praising its unique story and plot twists.
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